Stefano G- Vocalist
Stefano Gugliotta is the lead vocalist and songwriter of Dark Ritual, channeling a lifelong devotion to heavy metal into every lyric and performance. A metalhead since age 10, he blends influences from across the genre to create a sound that's both personal and powerful. As a songwriter, Stefano draws from the ferocity of death metal giants like Death and Carcass, the aggression of thrash icons like Testament and Razor, and the epic weight of doom legends such as Candlemass. His music fuses these styles in tribute to his heroes, while remaining uniquely his own. Vocally, Stefano is both powerful and versatile, shaped by legends like Ronnie James Dio, Bruce Dickinson, Chuck Schuldiner, and King Diamond. His stage presence is bold, theatrical, and captivating—turning every show into an unforgettable experience. Whether live or in the studio, Stefano is driven by a passion for metal that’s dark, intense, and deeply authentic.
Matt (Wolfgang Lindner) - Guitarist
Wolfgang Lindner is the guitarist of Dark Ritual, bringing both crushing rhythm work and razor-sharp leads to the band’s sound. Influenced by the raw aggression and technical brilliance of bands like Toxik, Morbid Angel, Death, and Nasty Savage, he blends old-school metal intensity with his own dark, uncompromising style.
As more of a rhythm player at heart, Wolfgang thrives on creating heavy, driving riffs that form the backbone of Dark Ritual’s music, while also stepping into lead territory when the moment calls for fire and precision. His goal is simple: to channel the energy of classic metal into something powerful, haunting, and unforgettable.
Evie Austin- Bassist
Evie Austin is Dark Ritual's bassist hailing from the hellish swamps of South Florida. A purveyor of all things dark, technical, and aggressive, Evie's approach to bass playing brings a punishing low end to the sound of Dark Ritual. You'll find those gut-churning bass licks not only bolstering the already doom-laden, gritty sound of the band, but also adding a clever counterpoint to the crunchy guitar riffs and soaring vocals.
Lucas Moore- Drummer
Lucas Moore is the beast behind the kit for Dark Ritual, bringing his characteristic sense of groove to the crushing caverns of the band's doomy riffage. His background in technical and off-beat drumming adds the spice that separates Dark Ritual's riff changes from that of other bands. Not only does he bring the sound, but he also brings out a performance, making it so that even from behind the kit he conveys his powerful and unique stage presence.