The David Shankle Group is an American heavy metal band formed by former

Manowar Manowar is an American heavy metal band from Auburn, New York. Formed in 1980, the group is known for lyrics based on fantasy (particularly sword and sorcery) and mythology (particularly Norse mythology and Greco-Roman mythology), as well as n ...

lead guitarist

David Shankle David Lee Shankle (born March 7, 1962) is an American guitarist. He is known for his shred style of playing. Shankle was the guitarist for the heavy metal band Manowar from 1989 to 1995 and played on the album '' The Triumph of Steel''. He was ...

. Their debut album, ''Ashes to Ashes'', was released in June 2003. They released their second album, ''Hellborn'', in July 2007.

Lineup

* David Lee Shankle – guitars *Warren Halvarson – vocals *Michael Streicher – bass *Gabriel Anthony – drums

Former members

* Steve Williams – keyboards (2008–2009) *Trace Edward Zaber – vocals (2001–2003) *Carlos Zema – vocals (2008) *Dennis Hirschauer – vocals (2006–2008) *Brad Sabathne – drums (2006–2008) *Brian Gordon – bass (2001–2003) *Eddy Bethishou – keyboards (2001–2003) *Eddie Foltz – drums (2001–2003) *Mike Dooley – bass (2010–2012)

Discography

* ''Ashes to Ashes'' (2003) * '' Hellborn'' (2007) * ''Still a Warrior'' (2015)

External links

Official website
(archived)
Podcast: Interview with David Shankle
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