Jason Richardson (musician)

Jason Reeves Richardson[1] (born July 30, 1991) is an American guitarist. He is known for his work as a guitarist in both Born of Osiris and Chelsea Grin. He currently works as both a solo artist and as an official member of All That Remains.

Jason Richardson
Richardson performing in 2023
Richardson performing in 2023
Background information
Born (1991-07-30) July 30, 1991 (age 33)
Manassas, Virginia, U.S.
Genres
OccupationMusician
InstrumentGuitar
Member ofAll That Remains
Formerly ofAll Shall Perish, Born of Osiris, Chelsea Grin
Websitejasonrichardsonmusic.com

Career

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On February 5, 2009, age 17, Richardson replaced Chris Storey of All Shall Perish as a touring member.

In late 2011, Richardson parted ways with Born of Osiris. Then, in early 2012, he joined Chelsea Grin. On September 12, 2015, Richardson announced his departure from the band to focus on a solo career.[2]

In 2016, Richardson released his debut solo album entitled I.[3] produced by Taylor Larson. The album featured ex- The Word Alive drummer Luke Holland as a member. Along with Holland, the album had many guest appearances from the likes of Periphery's Mark Holcomb & Spencer Sotelo, Vocalist Lukas Magyar of Veil of Maya, and Jeff Loomis.[3]

In 2017, he embarked on his first tour as a solo act with instrumental, progressive metal band Polyphia and math rock band Covet.[4]

On November 9, 2018, it was reported that Richardson would replace the deceased Oli Herbert as live member for All That Remains Europe tour scheduled with Sevendust in December.[5] As of February 5, 2019, he is a full-time member of the group.[6]

Between 2018 and 2022, Jason released 4 singles; "Tendinitis", "Upside Down (Featuring Tim Henson of Polyphia)", "Ishimura" and "p00mbachu" from his Sophomore album titled II, which was released on July 15, 2022. II features Luke Holland on drums. He was featured on Falling in Reverse's song Ronald.

Discography

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Born of Osiris (2009–2011)

Chelsea Grin (2012–2015)

As solo artist

  • I (2016)
  • I (The Orchestral Sessions) (2020)
  • II (2022)

As featured artist

  • Suffokate – "Vanishing" (feat. Jason Richardson) (2011)
  • Polyphia – "Aviator" (feat. Jason Richardson) (2015)
  • Purge of Lilith – "Warrior" (feat. Jason Richardson) (2015)
  • Veil of Maya – "Teleute" (feat. Jason Richardson) (2015)
  • Polyphia – "Nasty" (feat. Jason Richardson) (2018)
  • Within Destruction – "Sakura" (feat. Jason Richardson) (2020)
  • SION – "A Constant Reminder" (feat. Jason Richardson) (2021)
  • G2 – "Our Way" (feat. Jason Richardson, Tina Guo, Luke Holland, Carlos Ocelote, Taylor Davis, Noora Louhimo) (2022)
  • August Burns Red – "Tightrope" – (feat. Jason Richardson) (2023)
  • Termina – "Under Your Knife" – (feat. Saxl Rose and Jason Richardson) (2023)
  • Falling in ReverseRonald (feat Tech N9ne, Alex Terrible) (2024)

As live member

References

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  1. ^ "Hos Down (feat. Rick Graham) – Song by Jason Richardson – Apple Music". Retrieved February 26, 2024.
  2. ^ Kennelty, Greg (September 22, 2015). "Jason Richardson Leaves CHELSEA GRIN For A Solo Career". Metal Injection. Retrieved November 3, 2024.
  3. ^ a b "I by Jason Richardson on Apple Music". iTunes. Retrieved March 24, 2017.
  4. ^ "Polyphia, Jason Richardson & Covet Tour Announced". Theprp.com. November 30, 2016. Retrieved March 24, 2017.
  5. ^ "ALL THAT REMAINS Recruits Guitarist JASON RICHARDSON, Plans To Honor OLI HERBERT On Upcoming Tour". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. November 9, 2018. Retrieved November 12, 2018.
  6. ^ Richard Bienstock (February 6, 2019). "All That Remains Officially Announce Jason Richardson as New Guitarist". guitarworld. Retrieved August 30, 2023.