Blackwood

In the spring of 2003 Blackwood formed when Richie Blackwood met Johnny Raven. Richie had been trying for awhile to form a heavy metal band. One day, while in his travels, Richie saw Johnny's flyer at a local music store and decided to call him. During the phone call, Richie and Johnny realized that they shared the same interests and both agreed to meet. The meeting was a success and Blackwood was formed. The two started rehearsing as a duo and later started auditioning vocalists and drummers. Eventually, the band hired Alex Knight, Richie's brother on vocals. The band was still looking for a drummer, but later Michael Vincent saw one of the band's wanted ads and joined Blackwood, and the band's lineup was complete.