Formed in 2004 after numerous changes in the band's line up- emerged the 5 piece metal band known as Black Ritual. Black Ritual consists of: Chuck Calebro (vocals), Rick Spitzer (guitar) Gary Rackley (drums) Andy Pope (guitar) and Eddie "Erock" Cousins on bass. Since the band became complete in mid 2006 They have taken the local metal scene and made it enjoyable again. Black Ritual has power driven vocals, insane guitars, haunting bass, intense drumming, and an amazing stage presence. Packing out shows at some of the Carolinas most well known venues such as : Tremont Music Hall (Charlotte, N.C.) Amos' Southend (Charlotte, N.C.) The Money (Rock Hill, S.C.) The Milestone (Charlotte, N.C.) GroundZero (Spartanburg, S.C.) Black Ritual has shared the stage with such acts as.... Obituary, Unleashed, Canifex, Joey Belladonna, Adema and Stuck Mojo The members of Black Ritual are all about writing music and playing intense live shows.