Destroy the Runner

Destroy the Runner
Also known asDie Like Me (2004–2006)
OriginSan Diego, California, U.S.
GenresMelodic metalcore[1]
Years active2004–2010, 2016–present
LabelsSolid State
MembersDuane Reed
Nick "Maldy" Maldonado
Kyle Setter
Marc Kohlbry
Past membersChad Ackerman
Tanner Sparks
Jeremiah Crespo
Mike Catalano

Destroy the Runner is an American melodic metalcore band from San Diego, California. The band released two full-length albums via Solid State Records prior to going on hiatus in 2010. In 2016 the band's original members reunited and independently released the band's latest effort Void.[2]

The band is closely linked with fellow San Diego metal outfit As I Lay Dying. Both bands have shared members and personnel throughout their careers, and members from both bands have collaborated on various projects together.[3][4] Additionally, As I Lay Dying vocalist Tim Lambesis managed Destroy the Runner for their albums Saints, and did so again with Jason Rudolph for their second album I, Lucifer.

Destroy the Runner are considered a Christian metal band.[5][6]

  1. ^ "Destroy the Runner Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More". AllMusic.
  2. ^ "Destroy The Runner Reunite, Crowdfunding New EP". May 2, 2016. Retrieved April 17, 2023.
  3. ^ "Exclusive Interview with Chad Ackerman of Destroy the Runner". June 30, 2010. Retrieved April 17, 2023.
  4. ^ "Destroy the Runner". October 12, 2006. Retrieved April 17, 2023.
  5. ^ Apar, Corey. "Destroy the Runner – Artist Biography". AllMusic. Retrieved April 17, 2023.
  6. ^ "Onward Christian Rockers". October 12, 2006. Retrieved April 17, 2023.