A Cheltenham, England-based metal band that draws influence from power metal giants like Iron Maiden and more mainstream acts like Metallica, Isolation -- Al (vocals), Mawg (guitar), Will (guitar), Joe (bass), and Paul (drums) -- released their debut album in November of 2007, entitled Lockdown. The band signed a deal with Copro/Casket Records after building a buzz through its well-received performances all over England. The band's next move was the obvious one, that is to say spending the next few months -- and a good chunk of 2008 -- on the road, touring to promote the record. ~ Chris True