Lepond, Mike Silent Assassins

2014, Mike LePond, well known as the bass player of the US progressive metal band Symphony X, steps out for the first time to bring you his first solo effort. Mike LePond's SILENT ASSASSINS marks a fantastic heavy, power metal album that combines all influences of Mike LePond's favorite bands from the past and present. This album is packed with kick ass vocals, scorching riffs and epic styling - there's something in there for any style of metal head! The name of the album is Mike LePond's SILENT ASSASSINS and features guest performances by guitarist Metal Mike (Halford, Testament), lead guitarist and drum producer Michael Romeo (Symphony X), vocalist Alan Tecchio ( Hades, Watchtower), and, of course, main man Mike LePond on bass and rhythm guitar. Heavily influenced by a variety of his contemporaries, Gene Simmons (Kiss), his first concert experience, and later further influenced by Geddy Lee ( Rush) and Geezer Butler.