Napoleon

Napoleon is a German group made up of David Jonathan and Sven Michelson. The name also appears on records and artist listings for several unrelated acts, but this entry concerns the German band.

Style and background

The band is associated with melodic hardcore, hardcore, metalcore and progressive influences. In its earliest described form, Napoleon begins in Exeter, England and forms in 2011, gaining attention in the British hardcore scene through a melody-driven approach to hardcore. That version of the group releases its debut EP What We See after early positive reception for the single Rituals.

Debut release

What We See is a four-track EP and is recorded with Stu McKay at Studio 6. It also features Jonny OC of the Canadian hardcore band Liferuiner. The release is made available as a free download through the band’s official website.

Membership

The band line-up given for the act includes Wes Thompson on vocals, Samuel Osborn on guitar, Jacob Brelsford on bass and James Mendoza on drums.