Once Human Members, Gear & Sound

Once Human is a formidable metal band formed in Los Angeles in 2014, renowned for their unique blend of groove metal and melodic death metal. The group was founded by Logan Mader (guitar), a former member of Machine Head and Soulfly, and Lauren Hart (vocals), whose powerful and emotive voice serves as a key element of their sound. The band’s lineup is completed by Damien Rainaud (bass), Dillon Trollope (drums), and Max Karon (guitar), each contributing to their robust and dynamic sound. Once Human has carved a niche in the metal scene with their intense live performances and a dedication to crafting intricate yet accessible metal anthems.

Once Human's sound is characterized by its aggressive and intricate sonic landscape, blending heavy, down-tuned guitar riffs with melodic yet guttural vocals. Logan Mader's use of the Ibanez Lacs RG and Gibson Flying V, paired with the powerful Peavey 5150 120-Watt Head and Mesa/Boogie Engineering 4x12 OS Recto Cab, delivers a crushing wall of sound that is both raw and polished. The band’s rhythm section, powered by Damien Rainaud’s thunderous bass lines on the Ibanez SR505, complements the dual-guitar assault with a heavy groove that enhances their melodic complexity. Lauren Hart's commanding vocal presence, often transmitted through a Sennheiser XSW 35-A Wireless Handheld Vocal Set A, brings an emotional depth to their intense compositions, making Once Human’s music both viscerally powerful and engagingly emotive.