Coal Chamber

Coal Chamber is an alternative metal act from Los Angeles that is best known for its contributions to the establishment of a darker-themed brand of nu-metal. After spending several years trying to gain a foothold on the burgeoning LA alternative metal scene, Coal Chamber released its eponymous debut album in 1997 to unprecedented critical acclaim, and would later be named as the band's most successful album. Having then established itself as one of the premier acts performing in the nu-metal genre, Coal Chamber made the dubious decision to begin branching out into other sub-genres of metal with their subsequent releases, taking a more listener-friendly and melodic approach to metal that was generally well received by audiences and critics. In 2003, Coal Chamber disbanded when its lead singer decided to pursue an opportunity with another band. However, as of 2011, the band has reunited and is looking forward to continuing where they left off.