Melodic metal trio Lower 13 was formed in Parma, Ohio in March 2006 and comprises of Eric Kruger (drums), Sean Balog (bass, vocals), and Patrick Capretta (guitars,vocals). They strive to carve their own identity in the metal scene, blending styles and pulling from their various influences. Lower 13 creates their own brand of metal laced with crushing riffs, grooves, and dual vocal harmonies.

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They have opened stages in Cleveland for the likes of GOJIRA, DARKEST HOUR, SOILWORK, and INTRONAUT. 

 

Lower 13 released their fifth studio release, Deception, on November 10, 2023.

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​"Known for their complex musicianship and hard hitting compositions, Lower 13 is among Cleveland’s must see acts. They pack a dual Vocal attack, with a wide spectrum of range. From high end cleans, to deep guttural growls, Lower 13 brings it all to the table." -ZM Delgado (Rustbelt Rock Review)​

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​"Lower 13 create the sound of a far bigger band with their sonic abominations, punching with the weight of a five piece as they build their sound with clever layering. The collective are a band who defy genres..." - DJ Vapour (metalnoise.net)

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"The playing here is so intensively intricate, it’s likely to draw comparisons to prog acts like Rush, and that’s a real testament to the band’s terrific musicianship." -Jeff Niesel (Cleveland Scene Magazine)