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Iced Earth is an American heavy metal band from Tampa, Florida. Formed in 1985 under the name Purgatory, the group originally consisted of vocalist Gene Adam, lead guitarist Bill Owen, rhythm guitarist Jon Schaffer, bassist Richard Bateman and drummer Greg Seymour. The band has been inactive since February 2021, when vocalist Stu Block, lead guitarist Jake Dreyer and bassist Luke Appleton left in response to band leader Schaffer's involvement in the 2021 United States Capitol attack. History 1985–1998 Jon Schaffer and Greg Seymour officially formed Iced Earth (originally known as Purgatory) on January 20, 1985. The first full lineup was completed shortly thereafter with the addition of Gene Adam, Bill Owen and Richard Bateman. The original incarnation released two demos in 1985 – ''Burning Oasis'' and ''Psychotic Dreams'' – before Bateman was replaced by Dave Abell in time for the recording of a third, ''Horror Show''. In 1987, Owen made way for new lead guitarist Randa ...
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