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{{Infobox musical artist
{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Crossfade
| name = Crossfade
| image =
| image =
| alias = The Nothing (1993–2000), Sugardaddy Superstar (2000–2002)
| alias = The Nothing (1991–2000), Sugardaddy Superstar (2000–2002)
| origin = [[Columbia, South Carolina]], U.S.
| origin = {{nowrap|[[Columbia, South Carolina]], U.S.}}
| years_active = 1993–present
| years_active = 1991–present
| label = {{hlist|[[Eleven Seven Music|Eleven Seven]]|[[Columbia Records|Columbia]]}}
| label = {{hlist|[[Eleven Seven Music|Eleven Seven]]|[[Columbia Records|Columbia]]}}
| genre = {{hlist|[[Alternative rock]]|[[alternative metal]]|[[post-grunge]]|[[nu metal]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rockfeed.net/2017/08/10/top-10-nu-metal-songs-listen-telling-mom-dont-want-clean-room/|title=Top 10 Nu Metal Songs to Listen to While Telling Your Mom You Don't Want to Clean Your Room|website=Rock Feed|date=August 10, 2017|access-date=April 13, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180503153424/http://www.rockfeed.net/2017/08/10/top-10-nu-metal-songs-listen-telling-mom-dont-want-clean-room/|archive-date=May 3, 2018|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|first=Isamu|last=Jordan|url=http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2005/apr/15/crossfade-spins-a-unique-blend-of-rock-and-rap/%3Famp-content%3Damp/|title=Crossfade spins a unique blend of rock and rap|website=[[The Spokesman-Review]]|date=April 15, 2005|access-date=April 13, 2018}}</ref>}}
| genre = {{hlist|[[Alternative rock]]|[[alternative metal]]|[[post-grunge]]|[[nu&nbsp;metal]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rockfeed.net/2017/08/10/top-10-nu-metal-songs-listen-telling-mom-dont-want-clean-room/|title=Top 10 Nu Metal Songs to Listen to While Telling Your Mom You Don't Want to Clean Your Room|website=Rock Feed|date=August 10, 2017|access-date=April 13, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180503153424/http://www.rockfeed.net/2017/08/10/top-10-nu-metal-songs-listen-telling-mom-dont-want-clean-room/|archive-date=May 3, 2018|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|first=Isamu|last=Jordan|url=http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2005/apr/15/crossfade-spins-a-unique-blend-of-rock-and-rap/%3Famp-content%3Damp/|title=Crossfade spins a unique blend of rock and rap|website=[[The Spokesman-Review]]|date=April 15, 2005|access-date=April 13, 2018}}</ref>}}
| current_members = * Ed Sloan
| current_members = * Ed Sloan
* Mitch James
* Mitch James
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* [[Mark Castillo]]
* [[Mark Castillo]]
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'''Crossfade''' is an American [[rock music|rock]] band formed in [[Columbia, South Carolina]], in 1993. Before settling on the Crossfade name in 2002, the band had previously existed under the names The Nothing and Sugardaddy Superstar.<ref name="crossfade rocks">{{cite web|title=Crossfade Rocks|url=http://nogivingupnow.tripod.com/|website=nogivingupnow.tripod.com}}</ref> As of 2019, their current lineup includes Ed Sloan on lead [[singing|vocals]] and [[guitar]], [[Les Hall]] on lead guitar, [[keyboard instrument|keyboard]], and backing vocals, Mitch James on backing vocals and [[bass guitar|bass]] and Ryan Yerdon on [[Drum kit|drums]]. Since their formation, Crossfade has released three studio albums – their [[Crossfade (album)|self-titled debut album]] in 2004, ''[[Falling Away (album)|Falling Away]]'' in 2006, and ''[[We All Bleed]]'' in 2011.
'''Crossfade''' is an American [[rock music|rock]] band formed in [[Columbia, South Carolina]], in 1991. Before settling on the Crossfade name in 2002, the band had previously existed under the names The Nothing and Sugardaddy Superstar.<ref name="crossfade rocks">{{cite web|title=Crossfade Rocks|url=http://nogivingupnow.tripod.com/|website=nogivingupnow.tripod.com|access-date=December 6, 2019|archive-date=December 6, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191206191900/http://nogivingupnow.tripod.com/|url-status=dead}}</ref> Their current lineup includes lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Ed Sloan, bassist and backing vocalist Mitch James and lead guitarist, keyboardist, and backing vocalist [[Les Hall]]. Since their formation, Crossfade has released three studio albums – their [[Crossfade (album)|self-titled debut album]] in 2004, ''[[Falling Away (album)|Falling Away]]'' in 2006, and ''[[We All Bleed]]'' in 2011.


== History ==
== History ==
=== Early years, ''Crossfade'' and ''Falling Away'' (1993–2007) ===
=== Early years, ''Crossfade'' and ''Falling Away'' (1991–2007) ===
Crossfade was formed in 1993, originally under the name The Nothing. The band consisted of Ed Sloan on lead guitar and vocals, Mitch James on [[bass guitar]] and [[Backing vocalist|backing vocals]], and Brian Geiger on [[Drum kit|drums]]. They released two records, ''The Nothing'' (1994) and ''Numb'' (1998).<ref name="crossfade rocks" /> The song "Breathing Slowly", originally from ''Numb'', was re-recorded eight years later on ''[[Falling Away (album)|Falling Away]]''. By 2000, The Nothing had changed their name to Sugardaddy Superstar, after vocalist and DJ Tony Byroads joined the band.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/crossfade/artist.jhtml |title=Crossfade &#124; New Music And Songs &#124; |publisher=Mtv.com |date=August 21, 2013 |access-date=May 19, 2015}}</ref> The band recorded songs in the "Sugardaddy Studio," a studio that lead singer Ed Sloan had built in his garage. The songs eventually attracted the interest of the Los Angeles A&R company Taxi (Independent A&R), and HitPredictor co-founder and FG Records/Earshot head Doug Ford which ultimately led to the signing of a record deal with the FG Records/Earshot division of [[Columbia Records]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.allmusic.com/artist/crossfade-p646608/biography |title= Crossfade > Biography |access-date=September 13, 2008 |last=Ruhlmann |first=William |work=[[AllMusic]] |publisher=[[Rovi Corporation|Macrovision]]}}</ref>
Crossfade was formed in 1991, originally under the name The Nothing. The band consisted of Ed Sloan on lead guitar and vocals, Mitch James on bass and backing vocals, and Brian Geiger on drums. They released two records, ''The Nothing'' (1994) and ''Numb'' (1998).<ref name="crossfade rocks" /> The song "Breathing Slowly", originally from ''Numb'', was re-recorded eight years later on ''[[Falling Away (album)|Falling Away]]''. By 2000, The Nothing had changed their name to Sugardaddy Superstar, after vocalist and DJ Tony Byroads joined the band.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/crossfade/artist.jhtml |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060104084047/http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/crossfade/artist.jhtml |url-status=dead |archive-date=January 4, 2006 |title=Crossfade &#124; New Music And Songs &#124; |publisher=Mtv.com |date=August 21, 2013 |access-date=May 19, 2015}}</ref> The band recorded songs in the "Sugardaddy Studio", a studio that lead singer Ed Sloan had built in his garage. The songs eventually attracted the interest of the Los Angeles A&R company Taxi (Independent A&R), and HitPredictor co-founder and FG Records/Earshot head Doug Ford which ultimately led to the signing of a record deal with the FG Records/Earshot division of [[Columbia Records]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.allmusic.com/artist/crossfade-p646608/biography |title= Crossfade > Biography |access-date=September 13, 2008 |last=Ruhlmann |first=William |work=[[AllMusic]] |publisher=[[Rovi Corporation|Macrovision]]}}</ref>


In 2002, they changed their name once again, this time to Crossfade.<ref name="crossfade rocks" /> That year the band entered the studio to record two more songs to add to the eight they had recorded in the "Sugardaddy Studio" for their debut album. before the album was released James Branham replace drummer Brian Geiger who left the band in dedicated himself to his auto detailing business and James Branham was in the Cold music video and the colors music video. They released their first album, ''[[Crossfade (album)|Crossfade]],'' on April 13, 2004. The first single off the album, "[[Cold (Crossfade song)|Cold]]," gave the band significant mainstream exposure. Two singles followed afterward in 2005: "So Far Away" and "Colors." In February 2005, their ''Crossfade'' album was certified [[RIAA certification|Gold]] by the [[Recording Industry Association of America|RIAA]] and was later certified Platinum in August 2005. Crossfade had with "So Far Away" their debut radio broadcast on 94.5 the Buzz (Houston, Texas) Cage Match at 10 o'clock p.m. where it competed with a new song every night and won out over the competition for over three weeks. At the time, Crossfade's single had been the longest lasting song on the Cage Match since its founding. That year, Tony Byroads left the band to start a family and was not replaced.
In 2002, they changed their name once again, this time to Crossfade.<ref name="crossfade rocks" /> That year the band entered the studio to record two more songs to add to the eight they had recorded in the "Sugardaddy Studio" for their debut album. Brian Geiger left the band before the album was released, and was replaced by James Branham. They released their first album, ''[[Crossfade (album)|Crossfade]],'' on April 13, 2004. The first single off the album, "[[Cold (Crossfade song)|Cold]]", gave the band significant mainstream exposure. Two singles followed afterward in 2005: "So Far Away" and "Colors". In February 2005, their ''Crossfade'' album was certified [[RIAA certification|Gold]] by the [[Recording Industry Association of America|RIAA]] and was later certified Platinum in August 2005. Crossfade had with "So Far Away" their debut radio broadcast on 94.5 the Buzz (Houston, Texas) Cage Match at 10 o'clock p.m. where it competed with a new song every night and won out over the competition for over three weeks. At the time, Crossfade's single had been the longest lasting song on the Cage Match since its founding. That year, Tony Byroads left the band to start a family and was not replaced.


After coming off the success of their first album, the band began to write a follow-up. In 2006,. Crossfade's second album, ''[[Falling Away (album)|Falling Away]],'' was released on August 29, 2006. The album spawned three singles: "Invincible," "Drown You Out," and "Already Gone." After releasing the album, they needed another guitarist for their upcoming tour. [[Les Hall]], an old friend of Ed Sloan, filled the position. After touring, Hall wanted to become an official member of the band and he asked if he could take part in the songwriting. Sloan accepted and Les Hall became Crossfade's lead guitarist and keyboardist. Though their debut album sold over one million copies, ''Falling Away'' only sold 200,000.
After coming off the success of their first album, the band began to write a follow-up. In 2006,. Crossfade's second album, ''[[Falling Away (album)|Falling Away]],'' was released on August 29, 2006. The album spawned three singles: "Invincible", "Drown You Out", and "Already Gone". After releasing the album, they needed another guitarist for their upcoming tour. [[Les Hall]], an old friend of Ed Sloan, filled the position. After touring, Hall wanted to become an official member of the band and he asked if he could take part in the songwriting. Sloan accepted and Les Hall became Crossfade's lead guitarist and keyboardist. Though their debut album sold over one million copies, ''Falling Away'' only sold 200,000.


=== New label, switching drummers, ''We All Bleed'' and hiatus (2008–2018) ===
=== New label, switching drummers, ''We All Bleed'' and hiatus (2008–present) ===
In 2008, the band was dropped from Columbia Records. The band signed with [[Eleven Seven Music]]. After drummer James Branham left and formed a new band, A Fall From Down, he was replaced by temporary member [[Will Hunt]] for the recording of the album.
In 2008, the band was dropped from Columbia Records. The band signed with [[Eleven Seven Music]]. After drummer James Branham left and formed a new band, A Fall From Down, he was replaced by temporary member [[Will Hunt]] for the recording of the album.


On January 2, 2009, Crossfade released a demo track entitled "[[We All Bleed (Crossfade song)|We All Bleed]]."<ref name=xfademyspace>{{cite web |url=http://www.myspace.com/crossfade |title=Crossfade Myspace|publisher=Myspace.com |access-date=September 2, 2008}}</ref> It was announced that they would be releasing a new album later that year. According to the band, the new album would have a darker, and possibly different, sound than their previous releases.<ref name=xfadetwitter>{{cite web |url=https://twitter.com/crossfademusic |title=Crossfade Twitter|publisher=Twitter.com |access-date=July 21, 2009}}</ref><ref>[http://newmedia.10thst.com/crossfade/bio.html] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110707054547/http://newmedia.10thst.com/crossfade/bio.html|date=July 7, 2011}}</ref>
On January 2, 2009, Crossfade released a demo track entitled "[[We All Bleed (Crossfade song)|We All Bleed]]".<ref name=xfademyspace>{{cite web |url=http://www.myspace.com/crossfade |title=Crossfade Myspace|publisher=Myspace.com |access-date=September 2, 2008}}</ref> It was announced that they would be releasing a new album later that year. According to the band, the new album would have a darker, and possibly different, sound than their previous releases.<ref name=xfadetwitter>{{cite web |url=https://twitter.com/crossfademusic |title=Crossfade Twitter|publisher=Twitter.com |access-date=July 21, 2009}}</ref><ref>[http://newmedia.10thst.com/crossfade/bio.html] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110707054547/http://newmedia.10thst.com/crossfade/bio.html|date=July 7, 2011}}</ref>


In June 2010, the track listing for ''We All Bleed'' was revealed, and the first single, "Killing Me Inside," was released along with a music video. The release date for ''We All Bleed'' was originally October 26, 2010, but was pushed back first to January 2011, then April 12, 2011, before being pushed back a third time to June 21, 2011. The album closer track "Make Me A Believer" was made available for download for free in the meantime, which is the longest song the band has ever recorded. Around that time after the album was finished recording, studio drummer [[Will Hunt]] became the drummer of American rock band, [[Evanescence]], with whom he toured in 2007.
In June 2010, the track listing for ''We All Bleed'' was revealed, and the first single, "Killing Me Inside", was released along with a music video. The release date for ''We All Bleed'' was originally October 26, 2010, but was pushed back first to January 2011, then April 12, 2011, before being pushed back a third time to June 21, 2011. The album closer track "Make Me A Believer" was made available for download for free in the meantime, which is the longest song the band has ever recorded. Around that time after the album was finished recording, studio drummer [[Will Hunt]] became the drummer of American rock band, [[Evanescence]], with whom he toured in 2007.


On November 24, 2010, Crossfade announced on their YouTube channel, CrossfadeMusicTV, that Mark Castillo from the metalcore band [[Bury Your Dead]] would be the band's new drummer.
In November 2010, Crossfade announced on their YouTube channel, CrossfadeMusicTV, that Mark Castillo from the metalcore band [[Bury Your Dead]] would be the band's new drummer.


The same day that the first single "[[Killing Me Inside (song)|Killing Me Inside]]" was officially released to digital retailers, the band announced on their Twitter that the album would finally be released on June 21, 2011. In November, the band also released the second single, "Prove You Wrong," and released the music video for the song in December.
The same day that the first single "[[Killing Me Inside (song)|Killing Me Inside]]" was officially released to digital retailers, the band announced on their Twitter that the album would finally be released on June 21, 2011. In November, the band also released the second single, "Prove You Wrong", and released the music video for the song in December.


In 2011, Crossfade headlined Rockapalooza in [[Jackson, Michigan]].
In 2011, Crossfade headlined Rockapalooza in [[Jackson, Michigan]].
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Despite a lengthy period of inactivity, the band had not broken up as of August 2016. Sloan took to Facebook to address rumors of the band's demise in the meantime.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.facebook.com/crossfadeband/posts/1181878741853062 |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/facebook/110697615637852/1181878741853062 |archive-date=February 26, 2022 |url-access=limited|title=Crossfade Official|website=Facebook.com|access-date=October 13, 2020}}{{cbignore}}</ref>
Despite a lengthy period of inactivity, the band had not broken up as of August 2016. Sloan took to Facebook to address rumors of the band's demise in the meantime.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.facebook.com/crossfadeband/posts/1181878741853062 |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/facebook/110697615637852/1181878741853062 |archive-date=February 26, 2022 |url-access=limited|title=Crossfade Official|website=Facebook.com|access-date=October 13, 2020}}{{cbignore}}</ref>


In October 2017, Ed Sloan said on Facebook that an upcoming solo album was underway and that its debut single "Surrender", would be released on November 10. An acoustic version of "Surrender" was later released. On January 1, 2018, former drummer from [[Puddle of Mudd]] Ryan Yerdon joined Crossfade as a new drummer. On February 2, 2018, Ed released his second solo single titled "Alive." An official music video was released a month later. On March 30, 2018, Ed released his third solo single titled "Without You."
In October 2017, Ed Sloan stated on Facebook that an upcoming solo album was underway and that its debut single "Surrender", would be released on November 10. An acoustic version of "Surrender" was later released. On February 2, 2018, Ed released his second solo single titled "Alive". An official music video was released a month later. On March 30, 2018, Ed released his third solo single titled "Without You". Sloan hasn’t posted to social media since 2019, and as of 2024, there have been no updates on Ed Sloan's solo album or Crossfade's future.


== Band members ==
== Band members ==
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'''Current members'''
'''Current members'''
* Ed Sloan – lead vocals, rhythm guitar <small>(1993–present)</small>, lead guitar <small>(1993–2006)</small>
* Ed Sloan – lead vocals, rhythm guitar (1991–present), lead guitar (1991–2006)
* Mitch James – bass, backing vocals <small>(1993–present)</small>
* Mitch James – bass, backing vocals (1991–present)
* [[Les Hall]] – lead guitar, keyboards, sampling, backing vocals <small>(2006–present)</small>
* [[Les Hall]] – lead guitar, keyboards, sampling, backing vocals (2006–present)
* Ryan Yerdon – drums <small>(2018–present)</small>


'''Former touring members'''
'''Former members'''
* [[Will Hunt]] – drums <small>(2008–2010)</small>
* Brian Geiger – drums (1991–2004)
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* Tony Byroads – turntables, vocals, sampling (1999–2005)
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* James Branham – drums (2004–2008)
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* [[Mark Castillo]] – drums (2010–2012)
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'''Former members'''
'''Former touring members'''
* [[Will Hunt]] – drums (2008–2010)
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* Tony Byroads – turntables, vocals, sampling <small>(1999–2005)</small>
* Brian Geiger – drums <small>(1993–2004)</small>
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* James Branham – drums <small>(2004–2008)</small>
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* [[Mark Castillo]] – drums <small>(2010–2012)</small>
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=== Studio albums ===
=== Studio albums ===
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! style="width:35px;"| [[Billboard 200|US]]<br /><ref name="US">Peak chart positions for Crossfade in the United States:
! style="width:35px;"| [[Billboard 200|US]]<br /><ref name="US">Peak chart positions for Crossfade in the United States:
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Billboard 200}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Billboard 200|magazine=Billboard|access-date=December 8, 2010}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Billboard 200}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Billboard 200|magazine=Billboard|access-date=December 8, 2010}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Alternative Albums}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Alternative Albums|magazine=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|publisher=[[Prometheus Global Media]]|access-date=June 30, 2011}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Alternative Albums}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Alternative Albums|magazine=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|access-date=June 30, 2011}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Heatseekers Albums}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Heatseekers Albums|magazine=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|publisher=[[Prometheus Global Media]]|access-date=June 30, 2011}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Heatseekers Albums}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Heatseekers Albums|magazine=Billboard|access-date=June 30, 2011}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Independent Albums}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Independent Albums|magazine=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|publisher=[[Prometheus Global Media]]|access-date=June 30, 2011}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Independent Albums}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Independent Albums|magazine=Billboard|access-date=June 30, 2011}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Rock Albums}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Rock Albums|magazine=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|publisher=[[Prometheus Global Media]]|access-date=December 8, 2010}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Rock Albums}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Rock Albums|magazine=Billboard|access-date=December 8, 2010}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=all}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Hot 100|magazine=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|publisher=[[Prometheus Global Media]]|access-date=December 8, 2010}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=all}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Hot 100|magazine=Billboard|access-date=December 8, 2010}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Alternative Songs}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Alternative Songs|magazine=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|publisher=[[Prometheus Global Media]]|access-date=December 8, 2010}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Alternative Songs}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Alternative Songs|magazine=Billboard|access-date=December 8, 2010}}
* {{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/artist/crossfade-p646608/charts-awards/billboard-singles|title=Crossfade > Allmusic > Billboard Singles|work=[[AllMusic]]|publisher=[[Rovi Corporation]]|access-date=December 8, 2010}}
* {{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/artist/crossfade-p646608/charts-awards/billboard-singles|title=Crossfade > Allmusic > Billboard Singles|work=[[AllMusic]]|access-date=December 8, 2010}}
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Pop Songs B}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Pop Songs|magazine=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|publisher=[[Prometheus Global Media]]|access-date=December 8, 2010}}</ref>
* {{cite magazine|url={{BillboardURLbyName|artist=crossfade|chart=Pop Songs B}}|title=Crossfade Album & Song Chart History – Pop Songs|magazine=Billboard|access-date=December 8, 2010}}</ref>
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* [[Recording Industry Association of America|RIAA]]: Platinum
* [[Recording Industry Association of America|RIAA]]: Platinum<ref name="RIAA">{{cite certification|region=United States|artist=Crossfade|access-date=May 12, 2023}}</ref>
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== External links ==
== External links ==
*{{Official website|http://www.crossfadeband.com/}}
*{{Official website|http://www.crossfadeband.com/}}
*{{cite web|title=Crossfade Showcase|url=https://www.localmusicscenesc.com/crossfade|website=Local Music Scene South Carolina}}


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This article is about the American band. For the audio engineering technique, see Crossfade (audio engineering). For the Swedish rock band, see Crossfade (Swedish band). For other uses, see Crossfade (disambiguation).
Crossfade
Also known asThe Nothing (1991–2000), Sugardaddy Superstar (2000–2002)
OriginColumbia, South Carolina, U.S.
Genres
Years active1991–present
Labels
Members
  • Ed Sloan
  • Mitch James
  • Les Hall
  • Ryan Yerdon
Past members

Crossfade is an American rock band formed in Columbia, South Carolina, in 1991. Before settling on the Crossfade name in 2002, the band had previously existed under the names The Nothing and Sugardaddy Superstar.[3] Their current lineup includes lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Ed Sloan, bassist and backing vocalist Mitch James and lead guitarist, keyboardist, and backing vocalist Les Hall. Since their formation, Crossfade has released three studio albums – their self-titled debut album in 2004, Falling Away in 2006, and We All Bleed in 2011.

History

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Early years, Crossfade and Falling Away (1991–2007)

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Crossfade was formed in 1991, originally under the name The Nothing. The band consisted of Ed Sloan on lead guitar and vocals, Mitch James on bass and backing vocals, and Brian Geiger on drums. They released two records, The Nothing (1994) and Numb (1998).[3] The song "Breathing Slowly", originally from Numb, was re-recorded eight years later on Falling Away. By 2000, The Nothing had changed their name to Sugardaddy Superstar, after vocalist and DJ Tony Byroads joined the band.[4] The band recorded songs in the "Sugardaddy Studio", a studio that lead singer Ed Sloan had built in his garage. The songs eventually attracted the interest of the Los Angeles A&R company Taxi (Independent A&R), and HitPredictor co-founder and FG Records/Earshot head Doug Ford which ultimately led to the signing of a record deal with the FG Records/Earshot division of Columbia Records.[5]

In 2002, they changed their name once again, this time to Crossfade.[3] That year the band entered the studio to record two more songs to add to the eight they had recorded in the "Sugardaddy Studio" for their debut album. Brian Geiger left the band before the album was released, and was replaced by James Branham. They released their first album, Crossfade, on April 13, 2004. The first single off the album, "Cold", gave the band significant mainstream exposure. Two singles followed afterward in 2005: "So Far Away" and "Colors". In February 2005, their Crossfade album was certified Gold by the RIAA and was later certified Platinum in August 2005. Crossfade had with "So Far Away" their debut radio broadcast on 94.5 the Buzz (Houston, Texas) Cage Match at 10 o'clock p.m. where it competed with a new song every night and won out over the competition for over three weeks. At the time, Crossfade's single had been the longest lasting song on the Cage Match since its founding. That year, Tony Byroads left the band to start a family and was not replaced.

After coming off the success of their first album, the band began to write a follow-up. In 2006,. Crossfade's second album, Falling Away, was released on August 29, 2006. The album spawned three singles: "Invincible", "Drown You Out", and "Already Gone". After releasing the album, they needed another guitarist for their upcoming tour. Les Hall, an old friend of Ed Sloan, filled the position. After touring, Hall wanted to become an official member of the band and he asked if he could take part in the songwriting. Sloan accepted and Les Hall became Crossfade's lead guitarist and keyboardist. Though their debut album sold over one million copies, Falling Away only sold 200,000.

New label, switching drummers, We All Bleed and hiatus (2008–present)

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In 2008, the band was dropped from Columbia Records. The band signed with Eleven Seven Music. After drummer James Branham left and formed a new band, A Fall From Down, he was replaced by temporary member Will Hunt for the recording of the album.

On January 2, 2009, Crossfade released a demo track entitled "We All Bleed".[6] It was announced that they would be releasing a new album later that year. According to the band, the new album would have a darker, and possibly different, sound than their previous releases.[7][8]

In June 2010, the track listing for We All Bleed was revealed, and the first single, "Killing Me Inside", was released along with a music video. The release date for We All Bleed was originally October 26, 2010, but was pushed back first to January 2011, then April 12, 2011, before being pushed back a third time to June 21, 2011. The album closer track "Make Me A Believer" was made available for download for free in the meantime, which is the longest song the band has ever recorded. Around that time after the album was finished recording, studio drummer Will Hunt became the drummer of American rock band, Evanescence, with whom he toured in 2007.

In November 2010, Crossfade announced on their YouTube channel, CrossfadeMusicTV, that Mark Castillo from the metalcore band Bury Your Dead would be the band's new drummer.

The same day that the first single "Killing Me Inside" was officially released to digital retailers, the band announced on their Twitter that the album would finally be released on June 21, 2011. In November, the band also released the second single, "Prove You Wrong", and released the music video for the song in December.

In 2011, Crossfade headlined Rockapalooza in Jackson, Michigan.

Crossfade supported Papa Roach and Buckcherry on the Rock Allegiance Tour in 2011 with Puddle of Mudd, P.O.D., Red, and Drive A.

In January 2012, drummer Mark Castillo announced on his Facebook that he had left Crossfade to pursue a career in the metalcore band Emmure.[9]

Despite a lengthy period of inactivity, the band had not broken up as of August 2016. Sloan took to Facebook to address rumors of the band's demise in the meantime.[10]

In October 2017, Ed Sloan stated on Facebook that an upcoming solo album was underway and that its debut single "Surrender", would be released on November 10. An acoustic version of "Surrender" was later released. On February 2, 2018, Ed released his second solo single titled "Alive". An official music video was released a month later. On March 30, 2018, Ed released his third solo single titled "Without You". Sloan hasn’t posted to social media since 2019, and as of 2024, there have been no updates on Ed Sloan's solo album or Crossfade's future.

Band members

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Timeline

Discography

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Crossfade discography
Studio albums3
Music videos7
Singles10

Studio albums

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Title Album details Peak chart positions Certifications
US
[11] 		US
Alt.
[11] 		US
Heat.
[11] 		US
Ind.
[11] 		US
Rock
[11]
Crossfade
  • Released: April 13, 2004
  • Label: Columbia
 41 — 1 — —
Falling Away
  • Released: August 29, 2006
  • Label: Columbia
 30 — — — 9
We All Bleed 100 14 — 17 26
"—" denotes a release that did not chart.

Singles

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Year Song Peak chart positions Certifications Album
US
[11] 		US
Alt.
[11] 		US
Main.
[11] 		US
Pop
[11] 		SWE
[13]
2004 "Cold" 81 2 3 23 47 Crossfade
2005 "So Far Away" — 14 4 — —
"Colors" — 18 6 — —
2006 "Invincible" — — 18 — — Falling Away
"Drown You Out" — — 21 — —
"Already Gone" — — — — —
2011 "Killing Me Inside" — — 17 — — We All Bleed
"Prove You Wrong" — — 32 — —
2012 "Dear Cocaine" — — — — —
"We All Bleed" — — — — —
"—" denotes a release that did not chart.

Music videos

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  • "Cold" (2004)
  • "Colors" (2005)
  • "Invincible" (2006)
  • "Drown You Out" (2006)
  • "Killing Me Inside" (2011)
  • "Prove You Wrong" (2011)
  • "Dear Cocaine" (2012)

References

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  1. ^ "Top 10 Nu Metal Songs to Listen to While Telling Your Mom You Don't Want to Clean Your Room". Rock Feed. August 10, 2017. Archived from the original on May 3, 2018. Retrieved April 13, 2018.
  2. ^ Jordan, Isamu (April 15, 2005). "Crossfade spins a unique blend of rock and rap". The Spokesman-Review. Retrieved April 13, 2018.
  3. ^ a b c "Crossfade Rocks". nogivingupnow.tripod.com. Archived from the original on December 6, 2019. Retrieved December 6, 2019.
  4. ^ "Crossfade | New Music And Songs |". Mtv.com. August 21, 2013. Archived from the original on January 4, 2006. Retrieved May 19, 2015.
  5. ^ Ruhlmann, William. "Crossfade > Biography". AllMusic. Macrovision. Retrieved September 13, 2008.
  6. ^ "Crossfade Myspace". Myspace.com. Retrieved September 2, 2008.
  7. ^ "Crossfade Twitter". Twitter.com. Retrieved July 21, 2009.
  8. ^ [1] Archived July 7, 2011, at the Wayback Machine
  9. ^ "Mark Castillo". Facebook.com. August 8, 2012. Retrieved May 19, 2015.
  10. ^ "Crossfade Official". Facebook.com. Archived from the original on February 26, 2022. Retrieved October 13, 2020.
  11. ^ a b c d e f g h i Peak chart positions for Crossfade in the United States:
  12. ^ a b "American certifications – Crossfade". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved May 12, 2023.
  13. ^ "swedishcharts.com – Swedish charts portal". Hung Medien. Retrieved December 8, 2010.
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