Drain STH was an all female Swedish metal band. I never got to see them live in concert, but I got to know them from some of their radio singles, like "Simon Says" which was issued on a compilation CD that was a free bonus with another album I bought several years ago. Their lifespan was short, but they put out memorable music during their lifespan.
The group began in 1993 and simply went by Drain at the time. They signed a contract in 1994 with MVG Records. American concert-goers made The band known as Drain STH (STH standing for Stockholm). They released an EP entitled Serve the Shame in 1995 and the full-length albums Horror Wrestling and Freaks of Nature in 1996 and 1999, respectively. Drain STH made an international name for themselves by appearing at the 1997 and 1999 Ozzfests and touring with metal contemporaries including Godsmack, Megadeth, Type O Negative, and many others.
Unfortunately, the group disbanded in 2000. Drummer Martina Axen, bassist Anna Kjellberg, singer (and current wife of Black Sabbath guitarist Tommy Iommi) Maria Sjoholm, and guitarist Flavia Canel have since moved on to other musical projects. It seems rather unlikely that Drain STH will ever re-form, but it's nice to think about possible reunions and enjoy their music in the meantime.
Well, that's all for now. Next time, I'll write about Dark New Day, a supergroup that consisted of members of Sevendust, Stereomud, Creed and other groups. Until then, have a great weekend, everyone!
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