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Victim Mentality formed in Seoul, South Korea in 2009 and play a fun and powerful mix of ‘80s-inspired heavy metal and glam metal.

Originally started as a duo, the members took their time crafting material for their first EP, “Magic Finger,” writing the songs in 2009 and 2010 and recording them in 2012 and 2013. In February 2013, bassist Skorpion joined the band and in July 2013 Victim Mentality finally made their live debut. Not yet having a drummer, they relied on a drum machine for their initial gigs until finally finding a drummer in February 2014.

Wanting their wardrobe to fit with their sound, Victim Mentality adopted a look that pays homage to metal’s heyday. And to keep audiences further entertained, flamboyant frontman Krocodile often brandishes a bullwhip while delivering his impassioned wails. Quickly winning over fans and capturing the attention of the Korean music industry, in May 2014 – less than a year after their first live show – the group played at Seoul’s Green Plugged festival and later that summer appeared at the Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival.

In March 2015, Victim Mentality played their first overseas gigs at South by Southwest (SXSW) in the United States. The group’s three performances at the renowned event were well received and earned accolades from the likes of The Austin Chronicle. In April 2015, Victim Mentality issued their “Heavy Metal Is Back” full-length debut. Wanting to showcase the album’s catchy, playful cuts to both the metal loving masses and regular music fans, in July 2015 Victim Mentality appeared at Korea’s top musical outing – the Ansan M Valley Rock Festival – and in August they traveled to Russia to perform at the V-Rox festival. November 2015 saw the act parting ways with guitarist Kyungho Sohn and drummer Tarantula. But a new chapter in the band’s history began in January 2016 with the arrival of guitarist Die-Amond.

March 2016 will see the group releasing a new single and returning stateside once again for another SXSW appearance. Regardless of whether they are gigging at home or abroad, Victim Mentality has only one mission – to show everyone that “Heavy Metal Is Back!”

Press Quotes:

“Glam metal dead? Not on your life. It’s simply changed hemispheres and now thrives on kimchi instead of the more traditional fare of blow, booze, and babes.” – The Austin Chronicle

“Embodying the rockstar persona in every aspect of their lives, these four ’80s metal lovers live and breathe the rock and roll attitude in every way. Paired with their killer talent, they are without a doubt a force to be reckoned with.” – Seoulbeats

“Victim Mentality’s glam metal should be an immediate throwback and a rise in the devil horns. It’s make up, big hair and massive licks, everything awesome about 80’s metal.” – Neaux Clicked on It

“From the moment Victim Mentality takes the stage you can’t take your eyes off of them.” Oh! Asia

“Victim Mentality is one of those bands whose performances you’re never going to forget- EVER.” – YAM Magazine

/ DISCOGRAPHY /
“Magic Finger” (2013)
“Heavy Metal Is Back” (2015)
"I Hate Hiphop" (2016)

/ MEMBERS /
Krocodile – Vocals
Skorpion – Bass
Die-Amond – Guitar

/ AWARDS & HONORS /
2015 KoreanIndie.com : Album of the Year (Readers Poll : Nominee)

/ INTERNATIONAL FESTIVALS /
2016 SXSW South By Southwest [Austin TX]
2015 V-Rox [Vladivostok RUS]
2015 Ansan M Vally Rock Festival [Ansan KOR]
2015 Zandari Festa [Seoul KOR]
2014 Zandari Festa [Seoul KOR]
2014 Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival [Incheon KOR]
2013 Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival [Incheon KOR]