Destrage were an Italian progressive metalcore band, formed in 2002. They have released six studio albums and were most recently signed to 3DOT Recordings[1] after leaving their previous label, Metal Blade Records.[2]

Destrage
OriginMilan, Italy
GenresProgressive metalcore, thrash metal (early)
Years active2002–2024
Labels3DOT Recordings, Metal Blade
MembersPaolo Colavolpe
Matteo Di Gioia
Ralph Salati
Federico Paulovich
Past membersGabriel Pignata
Websitewww.destrage.com

On 30 November 2023, the band announced they were breaking up in 2024 following four farewell shows in October celebrating their 2014 record Are You Kidding Me? No.. The final concert took place on 20 October 2024 at the Alactraz in the band's hometown of Milan.[3]

Band members

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Final lineup

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  • Paolo Colavolpe – vocals (2002–2024)
  • Matteo Di Gioia – guitar (2002–2024)
  • Federico Paulovich – drums (2005–2024)
  • Ralph Salati – guitar (2006–2024)
  • Giuseppe Colli – bass (2023–2024)

Former members

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  • Marco Tafuri – guitar (2002–2005)
  • Massimo Raineri – bass (2002–2005)
  • Fabio Vignati – drums (2002–2005)
  • Gabriel Pignata – bass (2005–2019)

Discography

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Studio albums

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References

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  1. ^ [1] 3DOT Recordings page
  2. ^ [2] Metal Blade Records Destrage page
  3. ^ Greg Kennely (November 30, 2023). "DESTRAGE To Break Up In 2024, Announces Final Four Shows". Metal Injection. Retrieved November 30, 2023.
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