Orange Goblin
Long-running London stoner and heavy metal juggernaut led by towering frontman Ben Ward, delivering thunderous twin-guitar riffs and biker-rock swagger.
👥 Personnel & Lineage (4)
Tap any band to hopBen Ward
Lead Vocals
Joe Hoare
Lead Guitar
Chris Turner
Drums
Harry Armstrong
Bass
⏳ Past Members (2)
Martyn Millard
Bass
Pete O'Malley
Guitar
📜 Archival Liner Notes & Thank-Yous
Physical Vinyl Inserts★ Thanked by Orange Goblin (0)
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The Historical Lineage of Orange Goblin
Orange Goblin emerged out of London, England starting in 1995, contributing distinctive energy to the Stoner Rock and Heavy Metal landscape. Anchored by personnel including Ben Ward, Joe Hoare, Chris Turner, Harry Armstrong, the band forms vital family tree connections across the scene, notably through Ben Ward (also of Orange Goblin), Joe Hoare (also of Orange Goblin), Chris Turner (also of Orange Goblin). Their recorded output is documented across catalog releases on Rise Above Records and Peaceville Records, acting as a tangible historical bridge in the independent music ecosystem.
Archival Entry Points & Significance
To explore Orange Goblin's place in the knowledge graph, begin by examining their personnel roster and shared scene bridges. Immediate lineage hops connect directly to Orange Goblin (Shared member Ben Ward), Electric Wizard (Label roster peer on Rise Above Records), Electric Wizard (Label roster peer on Rise Above Records). Use the interactive Bridge Finder below to calculate the shortest path between Orange Goblin and other scene originators.
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