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, Kix, and

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. Originating in the white metal scene, the band has expanded their fan base into mainstream metal over the years. They were named the favorite new band of 1989 by the readers of ''

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''. Their first two albums were produced by

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. After the release of their fifth studio album, ''A World Covered in Blood'', the band toured

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, and performed in the U.S. and Canada. In addition to their concerts and festival appearances, they have opened for such metal bands as Warrant and Paul Dianno. The band performed live with members of Rex Scott's side project GX, and added that material to their live repertoire. Originally announced in 2010, X-Sinner announced an upcoming new album called ''Goin' Out with a Bang''. In 2024, the band significantly updated their Facebook page, announcing that the album was almost done, updating the release year to 2025. They also posted a teaser to their first song from the album, 'World On Fire'.

Members

Current members

* Rex Scott – lead vocals, guitar * Greg Bishop – lead guitar * Glenn Thomas – studio bass * Jason Ellesworth– live bass * Tommy Bozung – live drums

Former members

* David Robbins – vocals (''Get It'') * Mike Buckner – live drums (1989–2013, ''Peace Treaty'')

Discography

References

External links

X-Sinner interview at metalforjesus.org
{{Authority control American Christian metal musical groups Christian rock groups from California Heavy metal musical groups from California Musical groups established in 1988 Musical groups disestablished in 2001 Musical groups reestablished in 2005 1988 establishments in California