Slanderus

Ontario, CA, USA

Slanderus is a progressive metal band from Southern California's Inland Empire, known for delivering high-energy performances and technically masterful compositions. Founded by guitarist Jason J. Kennedy, the band fuses soaring vocals, crushing riffs, and intricate rhythms into a sound that blends the progressive edge of Dream Theater with the aggression of Slipknot and the hooks of Iron Maiden. Since their debut in 2009, Slanderus has shared stages with metal heavyweights like Fear Factory, Adema, and Metal Church, performing at iconic venues including the Whisky A Go Go. Their 2023 single Invert Your Eyes showcases their blend of melody, emotion, and power. Voted “Best Local Band of 2022” by Inland Empire Magazine, Slanderus is on a mission to bring heavy metal to the masses—one epic show at a time.