Black Lungs

ByLets Go Punk
Canadian punk band Black Lungs channels raw energy and gritty sound

Black Lungs is a Canadian punk rock band formed by Wade MacNeil, known for his work with Alexisonfire and Gallows. Drawing inspiration from his earlier band Plan 9, MacNeil envisioned Black Lungs as a return to raw punk roots. The project initially came together with percussionist Jordan Hastings, keyboardists Sammi Bogdanski, and bassist George Pettit. Their sound mixes energetic punk with a gritty edge, reflecting MacNeil’s passion for the genre.

History

The band released its debut studio album, Send Flowers, in May 2008 on Dine Alone Records, featuring Ian Romano on drums. After the release, Black Lungs toured to support the album with Liam Cormier stepping in on drums. Over time, the lineup shifted, with former members such as Pat Pengelly contributing drums at various points.

In 2008, Black Lungs put out a limited edition 7-inch vinyl with two tracks, followed by another two-song 7-inch titled Valley of the Dolls in 2010 through Deranged Records. On March 8, 2011, Wade MacNeil announced a split EP with fellow Canadians, Cancer Bats. Around this time, the band began recording their second album with producer Nick Blagona. The resulting album, Pagan Holiday, was recorded but shelved for over four years before being released for free online on Halloween 2015.

Band Members

Current members

  • Wade MacNeil – lead vocals, lead guitars & bass (2005–present)
  • Phil Waring – bass (2009–present)
  • Scott Savarie – rhythm guitar (2011–present)
  • George Clark – drums, percussion (2011–present)

Former members

  • George Pettit – rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2005–2006, 2008–2009)
  • Jordan “Ratbeard” Hastings – drums, percussion (2005–2006)
  • Sean “Sickboy” McNab – bass (2005–2006)
  • Liam Cormier – drums, percussion (2008)
  • Haris Cehajic – keyboards, piano (2008–2009)
  • Sammi Bogdanski – keyboards, piano (2008)
  • Ian Romano – drums, percussion (2008)
  • Pat Pengelly – drums, percussion (2008–2011)

Discography

  • Send Flowers (2008)
  • 7-inch EP (June 2008)
  • Valley of the Dolls (2010)
  • Black Lungs/Cancer Bats Split EP (March 2011)
  • Pagan Holiday (2015)

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