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'''Biohazard''' is a band originally based in ], ]. They are acknowledged as one of the earliest bands to fuse ] and ] with elements of ]. The earliest lineup consisted of bassist/vocalist ], guitarist Bobby Hambel, and drummer Anthony Meo. Guitarist/vocalist ] would join the band soon after, changing the band to a four-piece. As of 2012, the lineup consists of Billy Graziadei, Bobby Hambel, Danny Schuler, and Scott Roberts. '''Biohazard''' is an American ] band formed in ], New York City, in 1987. They are one of the earliest bands to fuse hardcore punk and ] with elements of ].<ref name="allmusic" >{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/artist/biohazard-mn0000097325|title=Biohazard|publisher=]}}</ref> The original lineup consisted of bassist/vocalist ], guitarist Bobby Hambel, and drummer Anthony Meo. Guitarist/vocalist ] joined soon after, and drummer Danny Schuler replaced Meo before the recording of their first album, thus solidifying the band's lineup from 1988 to 1995.


After several lineup changes, a breakup, a 2008 reunion, and a seven-year period of inactivity, the classic lineup of Seinfeld, Graziadei, Hambel, and Schuler reunited in 2022 and announced upcoming performances in 2023.
==Band history==
===Early years===
The band formed in ] in 1987. Their first demo, released in 1988, caused a stir with journalists who felt that some of the band's lyrics displayed ] and ] views, ignoring the fact that both Seinfeld and Schuler are Jewish. The accusations of racism in their music were something strenuously denied by the band but in later interviews, Seinfeld and Graziadei explained that it had been a publicity stunt to win over the band ] and their fans.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.metal-sludge.com/20QuestionsEvan.htm |title=20 QUESTIONS WITH... Biohazard Singer & Bass Player Evan Seinfeld|author=Metal Sludge|publisher=metal-sludge.com|accessdate=2012-01-30|month=|year= |archiveurl = http://web.archive.org/web/20040420111030/http://www.metal-sludge.com/20QuestionsEvan.htm |archivedate = 2004-04-20}}</ref> Additionally, Seinfeld has defended the lyrics of songs such as "Master Race" and "America" as metaphors meant to shock and get the listener's attention.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=12464 |title=BIOHAZARD's SEINFELD Says He Would Love To Silence FRED DURST Once And For All|author=blabbermouth.net|publisher=blabbermouth.net|accessdate=2012-03-04|month=|year= |archiveurl = http://web.archive.org/web/20050914012957/http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=12464 |archivedate = 2005-08-14}}</ref> The band has long since preached a message of tolerance and anti-racism. After the release of the first demo, Anthony Meo left the band and drummer Danny Schuler replaced him. A second demo tape followed in 1989.


==History==
Although Biohazard never truly considered themselves a hardcore band, Biohazard often found themselves sharing stages with bands associated with the ] scene, such as the ] and ]. They also shared stages with the New Jersey band, ] and a friendship between the two bands developed.
===Early years: 1987–1990===
Biohazard formed in ] in 1987. Their ], released in 1988, caused a stir with journalists who felt that some of the band's lyrics displayed ] and ] views, overlooking the fact that both Seinfeld and Schuler were, themselves, Jewish. The accusations of racism in their music were denied by the group but in later interviews, Seinfeld and Graziadei explained that it had been a publicity stunt to win over the band ] and their fans.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.metal-sludge.com/20QuestionsEvan.htm |title=20 QUESTIONS WITH... Biohazard Singer & Bass Player Evan Seinfeld|author=Metal Sludge|publisher=metal-sludge.com|access-date=January 30, 2012|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20040420111030/http://www.metal-sludge.com/20QuestionsEvan.htm |archive-date = April 20, 2004}}</ref> Additionally, Seinfeld has defended the lyrics of songs such as "Master Race" and "America" as metaphors meant to gain the attention of listeners, and he maintains that the band was never racist.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=12464 |title=BIOHAZARD's SEINFELD Says He Would Love To Silence FRED DURST Once And For All|author=|website=Blabbermouth.net|access-date=March 4, 2012|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20050914012957/http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=12464 |archive-date=September 14, 2005 }}</ref> After the release of the first demo, Anthony Meo left the band and drummer Danny Schuler replaced him. A second demo tape followed in 1989.


Although Biohazard did not present themselves as a hardcore band, they shared stages with groups associated with the ] scene, such as the ] and ]. They also shared stages with the New Jersey band ], and a friendship between the two groups developed.
===Maze Records===
In 1990, Biohazard signed a recording contract with Maze Records. The band's ] was poorly promoted by the label and sold approximately 40,000 copies. The album's subject matter revolved around Brooklyn, gang-wars, drugs, and violence. It was during their first European tour that the band realized that the problems they sang about on their first record were not limited to their Brooklyn hometown.


Biohazard's ] was released in June 1990 through Magnetic Air Records, and in spite of being poorly promoted, it went on to sell 23,000 copies in the US by 1994<ref>{{Cite book |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=UQgEAAAAMBAJ&dq=biohazard+state+of+the+world+address&pg=PA1 |title=Billboard |date=June 18, 1994 |publisher=Nielsen Business Media, Inc.}}</ref> and approximately 40,000 copies by 2001.<ref>{{Cite web |date=December 19, 2001 |title=Biohazard > The Official Site |url=http://www.biohazard.com/biography.htm |access-date=November 15, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20011219155912/http://www.biohazard.com/biography.htm |archive-date=December 19, 2001 }}</ref> The album's subject matter revolved around Brooklyn, gang wars, drugs, and violence.
One year after the release of their debut album, Seinfeld and Graziadei contributed vocals to the song "Three Dead Gophers" from Mucky Pup's third album, '']''. The album was released on ], who would soon release Biohazard's second album.


One year after the release, Seinfeld and Graziadei contributed vocals to the song "Three Dead Gophers" from Mucky Pup's third album, '']''. The record was released on ], who would soon issue Biohazard's second album.
===Roadrunner Records===
In 1992, Biohazard signed with Roadrunner Records and released ''],'' which gave the band national and worldwide attention in both the heavy metal and hardcore communities. The video for the song "Punishment" became the most played video in the history of ]'s ], and the album sold over one million copies. The band also began opening for larger acts such as ], ], ], and ].


===Roadrunner Records and initial mainstream exposure: 1991–1993===
In 1993, the ] group ] recorded an alternate "Bionyx" version of their hit single "]" with Biohazard as their backup band. This led to a collaboration on the title track of the ]. The soundtrack would go on to sell over two million copies in the United States.
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In 1992, Biohazard signed with Roadrunner Records and released ''],'' which gave the band national and worldwide attention in both the heavy metal and hardcore communities. The band also began opening for larger acts, such as ], ], ], and ].
===Warner Bros.===
Months later, the band left Roadrunner Records and signed with ] who released their third studio LP, ''].'' The album was produced by Ed Stasium in Los Angeles and contained the single "How It Is" featuring ] of ], for which a video was also shot. During their 1994 tour, the band made an appearance on the second stage at the ] festival held at ]. ''State of the World Address'' went on to sell over one million copies, and ] magazine selected the Biohazard logo as the best logo of the year. This was the last Biohazard album with Bobby Hambel, who left due to differences with the rest of the band. Hambel spent time in White Devil, also featuring members of the Cro-Mags, before seemingly leaving the music business entirely. In late 1995, the band, along with ] and ], contributed remixes to the ] album ].


In 1993, the ] group ] recorded an alternate "Bionyx" version of their hit single "]", with Biohazard as their backup band. This led to a collaboration on the title track of the ]. The soundtrack would go on to sell over two million copies in the United States.
The band recorded their fourth studio album, '']'', as a three piece in 1996. It was produced with the help of Dave Jerden. For the 1996-97 Mata Leao Tour, the band hired former ] guitarist Rob Echeverria. The band also played on the ] mainstage alongside ], ], ], ], and Sepultura.


===Warner Bros. and Hambel's departure: 1994–1998===
While touring Europe in support of the Mata Leao album, the band recorded their Hamburg, Germany, show for their first live album, ''] (Live in Europe)'', which was released in 1997 through their former label, Roadrunner Records.
Months later, the band left Roadrunner Records and signed with ], who released their third studio LP, '']''. The album was produced by Ed Stasium in Los Angeles and contained the single "How It Is", featuring ] of ], for which a video was also shot. During their 1994 tour, the band made an appearance on the second stage at the ] festival, held at ]. ''State of the World Address'' went on to sell over one million copies. This was the last Biohazard album with Bobby Hambel, who left due to differences with the rest of the band. In late 1995, the band, along with ] and ], contributed remixes to the ] album '']''.


Biohazard recorded their fourth studio album, '']'', as a three-piece in 1996. It was produced with the help of Dave Jerden. For the 1996–97 Mata Leao Tour, the band hired former ] guitarist Rob Echeverria. They also played on the ] mainstage, alongside ], ], ], ], and ].
In 1998, Seinfeld began his acting career playing ] on ]'s award winning series '']''. The character was introduced in the second season and appeared throughout the series' sixth and final season.


While touring Europe in support of ''Mata Leao'', the band recorded their Hamburg, Germany show for their first live album, ''] (Live in Europe)'', which was released in 1997 through Roadrunner Records.
===Mercury Records===
The band signed to ] and released their fifth studio album, ''],'' in 1999, once again with Ed Stasium as a producer. The relationship with Mercury Records soured quickly as the band felt betrayed and misunderstood by the label. They severed their ties with the label amidst the merger of Mercury Records, ], ], and ] into the ].


In 1998, Seinfeld began his acting career, playing Jaz Hoyt on ]'s award-winning series '']''. The character was introduced in the second season and appeared throughout the sixth and final season.<ref name="auto">{{cite web|last=Asbury |first=Ryan |url=http://www.mxdwn.com/2011/06/10/news/biohazards-seinfeld-moves-on/ |title="Biohazard's Seinfeld Moves On" – June 10, 2011 |publisher=mxdwn.com |date=June 10, 2011 |access-date=October 3, 2011}}</ref>
In 2000, the band continued to tour Europe and Japan, without the support of a record label or management. In 2001, the band released a compilation album titled '']''. The album consisted of various B-sides and remixes from various eras in the band's recording history. The album was released by the Phantom Sound & Vision label. After the release of ''Tales From The B-Side'', Rob Echeverria resigned from the band in order to get married. Leo Curley, of Outline and All Means Necessary, was hired as his replacement.


===SPV/Sanctuary Records=== ===Mercury Records: 1999–2000===
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In the same year, Biohazard signed two new record deals with ] in Europe and ] for the remainder of the world. Despite the new record deals, the band took some personal time in order to work on other projects.


Biohazard signed to ] and released their fifth studio album, ''],'' in 1999, once again with Ed Stasium as producer. The relationship with Mercury Records soured quickly as the band felt betrayed and misunderstood by the label. They severed their ties amidst the merger of Mercury Records, ], ], and ] into the ].
Graziadei briefly formed a ] project with Jenifer Bair of the ] band Hilo. After writing and recording approximately twenty songs for the project named Blu, Bair relocated to ] to continue an art career and the project dissolved. Graziadei also began work on a book, ''Tales From The Hardside.'' Schuler used his downtime to perform with New York band Among Thieves as a replacement drummer for the departing Will Shepler.


In 2000, the band continued to tour Europe and Japan, without the support of a record label or management. In 2001, they released a compilation album titled '']''. The record consisted of various B-sides and remixes from various eras in the band's recording history. The album was released by the Phantom Sound & Vision label. After the publication of ''Tales from the B-Side'', Rob Echeverria resigned from the band in order to get married. Leo Curley, of Outline and All Means Necessary, was hired as his replacement.
Graziadei and Schuler also collaborated in transforming the band's rehearsal Brooklyn studio into a digital recording studio, known as Rat Piss Studios and soon after changed the name to Underground Sound Studios. Re-investing into the band, Graziadei and Schuler honed their engineering and productions skills while recording and producing local acts and new Biohazard demos. The band then undertook the process of writing, recording, and producing their own music.


===New record deals and side projects: 2000–2004===
Their studio work led to the band's sixth studio album, ''],'' released in September 2001. The album featured several guest appearances by members of bands such as Agnostic Front, ], ], ], Sepultura, Cypress Hill, Skarhead, and ]. Shortly after the release of ''Uncivilization,'' Leo Curley left the band to focus on writing his own music. He was replaced by former Nucleus member Carmine Vincent, who had previously toured with Biohazard as part of their road crew.
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In the same year, Biohazard signed two new record deals, with ] in Europe and ] for the remainder of the world. Despite the new record deals, the band took some personal time in order to work on other projects.
In 2002, Seinfeld became engaged to ] ]. Patrick had never heard of Seinfeld prior to seeing one of his nude scenes on ''Oz.'' After making several phone calls, Patrick was able to contact Seinfeld, who had never heard of her either, and the two began dating.


Graziadei briefly formed a ] project, named Blu, with Jenifer Bair of the ] band Hilo. After writing and recording approximately twenty songs for the project, Bair relocated to Los Angeles to continue an art career, and the project dissolved. Graziadei also began work on a book, ''Tales From the Hardside''. Schuler used his downtime to perform with New York band Among Thieves as a replacement drummer for the departing Will Shepler.
The band had to cancel scheduled European festival dates when Carmine Vincent underwent major surgery. The band did manage to find a temporary guitarist, Scott Roberts, formerly of the Cro-Mags and the Spudmonsters, in time to join the ] with Agnostic Front, Hatebreed, Discipline, Death Threat, Born From Pain and All Boro Kings.


Graziadei and Schuler also collaborated in transforming Biohazard's Brooklyn rehearsal space into a digital recording studio, known as Rat Piss Studios, and soon after changed the name to Underground Sound Studios. Reinvesting into the band, Graziadei and Schuler honed their engineering and productions skills while recording and producing local acts and new Biohazard demos. The band then undertook the process of writing, recording, and producing their own music. Their studio work led to Biohazard's sixth album, '']'', released in September 2001. It featured several guest appearances by members of bands such as Agnostic Front, ], ], ], ], Cypress Hill, Skarhead, and ]. Shortly after the release, Leo Curley left the band. He was replaced by former Nucleus member Carmine Vincent, who had previously toured with Biohazard as part of their road crew.{{Citation needed|date=February 2024}}
Biohazard completed their seventh studio album in seventeen days; '']'' was released in 2003. While touring North America with ], ] and ], Biohazard announced that Roberts would remain as their permanent lead guitarist. The tour was curtailed when it was announced that Seinfeld had fallen ill.


With more downtime due to Seinfeld's illness, Graziadei and Schuler collaborated to mix ]'s live comeback album, ''River Runs Again: Live 2003.'' Once Seinfeld was healthy again, the band toured ] and North America, headlining over bands such as Hatebreed, Agnostic Front, ], and ]. Biohazard completed their seventh studio album, '']'', in 2003. While touring North America with ], ], and ], the band announced that Roberts would remain as their permanent lead guitarist. The tour was curtailed when it was announced that Seinfeld had fallen ill. With more downtime due to Seinfeld's illness, Graziadei and Schuler collaborated to mix ]'s live comeback album, ''River Runs Again: Live 2003''. Once Seinfeld was healthy again, the band toured Japan and North America, headlining for bands such as Hatebreed, Agnostic Front, ], and ].


Once home, Seinfeld began recording and circulating demos for his own ] project named Triplesicks. For a brief time, Graziadei and his wife moved to ] where their daughter was born. While there, Graziadei struck up a friendship with drummer Fernandao Schafer. After jamming together in the studio, Schafer formed the band Ink which Graziadei would eventually produce and later join. It wasn't long before Ink was renamed Endrah and an EP titled ''DEMONstration'' was released. Once Graziadei returned to ], the logistical problems of traveling back and forth caused Graziadei to quit Endrah. Once home, Seinfeld began recording and circulating demos for his own trip hop project, named Triplesicks. For a brief time, Graziadei and his wife moved to Brazil, where their daughter was born. While there, Graziadei struck up a friendship with drummer Fernandao Schafer. After jamming together in the studio, Schafer formed the band Ink, which Graziadei would eventually produce and later join. It wasn't long before Ink was renamed Endrah and an EP, titled ''DEMONstration'', was released. Once Graziadei returned to New York City, the logistical problems of traveling back and forth led him to quit Endrah.


In early 2004, Graziadei teamed up with ] DJ Rob Gee to help write and produce his music. When a few albums were completed, Graziadei joined Schuler, Roberts, DJ Starscream (aka ] of Slipknot), Jeff Anthony, and Keith Rooney, both of Gutwrench, to form Ampt. The band combined gabber music with hardcore and heavy metal. After writing several songs and putting together a live band, Graziadei and Schuler left the project in order to continue with Biohazard. Ampt has gone through several additional lineup changes since. In early 2004, Graziadei teamed up with ] DJ Rob Gee to help write and produce his music. When a few albums were completed, Graziadei joined Schuler, Roberts, DJ Starscream (aka ] of Slipknot), Jeff Anthony, and Keith Rooney, to form Ampt. The band combined gabber music with hardcore and heavy metal. After writing several songs and putting together a live band, Graziadei and Schuler left the project in order to continue with Biohazard. By the end of 2004, the band had begun recording its eighth studio album, '']''. The completed album was lost in a studio disaster, forcing the band to completely re-record it. It was released in August 2005.{{Citation needed|date=February 2024}}


===Breakup: 2004–2007===
Also in 2004, Seinfeld, now residing in Los Angeles, California, married his fiancée of two years, Tera Patrick.
In the meantime, Graziadei had formed another new band with former members of Kitte and The Groovenics. Originally named Rodek, the group eventually changed its name to ]. In October 2004, Graziadei announced that ''Means to an End'' had been the final Biohazard album and that he would continue playing with Suicide City as his main focus. One month later, on the Biohazard website, it was announced that there would in fact be a 2005 Biohazard tour.


On December 15, Seinfeld and Graziadei participated in the ] conglomerate event at the Nokia Theater in New York City, for an all-star event. The show opened with Biohazard's "Punishment", performed by Seinfeld, Graziadei, Sepultura's ], former Fear Factory member ], and Slipknot's ].
By the end of 2004, the band had begun recording its eighth studio album, ''].'' The completed album was lost in a studio disaster, forcing the band to completely re-record the album, which was finally released in August 2005.


In 2005, Seinfeld and Patrick formed The Tera Patrick Agency, with the goal of representing talent in both the adult and mainstream entertainment business. The same year, Suicide City released their first EP, ''Not My Year'', and continued to tour as an opening act for such bands as Danzig, Taking Back Sunday, Mindless Self Indulgence, Otep, and Gwar. The band's full-length album, ''Frenzy'', followed in 2009.
===Temporarily disbanded===
In the meantime, Graziadei had formed another new band with former members of Kitte and The Groovenics. Originally named Rodek, the band eventually changed their name to ]. In October 2004, Graziadei announced that ''Means To An End'' had been the final Biohazard album and that he would continue playing with Suicide City as his main focus. One month later, on the Biohazard website, it was announced that there would in fact be a 2005 Biohazard tour.


In January 2006, Danny Schuler announced his resignation from Biohazard and the formation of Bloodclot with singer Jon Joseph of the Cro-Mags, guitarist Scott Roberts, and bassist Craig Setari of Sick of It All. Roberts later announced that he would also be leaving Biohazard to focus on Bloodclot with Schuler. The same month, Graziadei announced that Biohazard would not go on a farewell tour after all.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.metalisrael.com/?p=113 |title=Exclusive: Billy Graziadei of Biohazard/Suicide City!!!…with some bad news |publisher=Metal Israel |date=January 17, 2006 |access-date=October 3, 2011}}</ref>
On December 15, Seinfeld and Graziadei participated in the ] conglomerate event at the Nokia Theater in ] for an all-star event. The show opened with Biohazard's "Punishment," performed by Seinfeld, Graziadei, Sepultura's ], former Fear Factory member ], and Slipknot's ].


Graziadei and Schuler relocated their recording studio to ], and renamed it Underground Sound Studios. The space was renovated to include a live room with {{convert|20|ft|m|adj=on}} ceilings and {{convert|4000|sqft|m2}} of studio space. After Schuler's departure from the studio business, Graziadei relocated the studio to Los Angeles and changed the name to Firewater Studios.
In 2005, Seinfeld and Patrick formed The Tera Patrick Agency with the goal of representing talent in both the adult and mainstream entertainment business. That same year, Suicide City released their first EP, ''Not My Year'', and continued to tour as an opening act for acts such as Danzig, Taking Back Sunday, Mindless Self Indulgence, Otep and Gwar. The band's full-length album, ''Frenzy'', followed in 2009.


In February 2006, Seinfeld participated in the filming of '']'', a ] reality television series also starring ], ], ], and ] as a ] named Damnocracy. The show debuted on May 21, 2006.
In January 2006, Danny Schuler announced his resignation from Biohazard and the formation of Bloodclot with singer Jon Joseph of the Cro-Mags, guitarist Scott Roberts and bassist Craig Setari of Sick of it All. Roberts later announced that he would also be leaving the band to focus on Bloodclot with Schuler. That same month, Graziadei announced that Biohazard would not go on a farewell tour after all.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.metalisrael.com/?p=113 |title=Exclusive: Billy Graziadei of Biohazard/Suicide City!!!…with some bad news" |publisher=Metal Israel |date=2006-01-17 |accessdate=2011-10-03}}</ref>


In March 2007, Seinfeld debuted his new band, The Spyderz, as an opening act for a ] performance. The group was originally named White Line Fever, until it was discovered that a UK band already owned the name. The Spyderz also featured guitarist ], formerly of ] and ] In October 2008, Seinfeld also briefly joined Tattooed Millionaires as a bassist and co-vocalist. Seinfeld and Tera Patrick separated in 2009 and divorced in 2010.
Graziadei and Schuler relocated their recording studio to ] where it thrived as Underground Sound Studios. The studio was renovated to include a live room with {{convert|20|ft|m|sing=on}} ceilings and {{convert|4000|sqft|m2}} of studio space. After Schuler's departure from the studio business, Graziadei relocated the studio to Los Angeles and changed the name to Firewater Studios.


===Reunion and departure of Seinfeld: 2008–2021===
In February 2006, Seinfeld participated in the filming of '']'', a ] reality television series also starring ], ], ] and ] as a ] named Damnocracy. The show debuted on May 21, 2006.
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In January 2008, Biohazard's classic lineup of Evan Seinfeld, Billy Graziadei, Danny Schuler, and Bobby Hambel made the announcement that rehearsals had begun for a 2008 summer tour, to commemorate the band's twentieth anniversary.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.komodorock.com/latest-news/latest-news/biohazard%3a-original-lineup-to-reform-for-20th-anniversary-200801223663/ |title=Biohazard: Original Lineup To Reform For 20th Anniversary |publisher=Komodo Rock |date=January 22, 2008 |access-date=October 3, 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110816012128/http://www.komodorock.com/latest-news/latest-news/biohazard%3a-original-lineup-to-reform-for-20th-anniversary-200801223663/ |archive-date=August 16, 2011 |url-status=dead }}</ref> They toured Australia and New Zealand in April with ], ], ], and headliners ]. The band also took part in Persistence Tour 2009 and announced at one of their shows that they were working on a new record.<ref name="auto"/> It was also noted that the album would be dedicated to Type O Negative frontman ], who died in April 2010.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=139301 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120909092341/http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=139301 |url-status=dead |archive-date=September 9, 2012 |title=Blabbermouth.net &#124; EVAN SEINFELD Says Next BIOHAZARD Album Will Be Dedicated To PETER STEELE – Apr. 28, 2010 |website=Roadrunnerrecords.com |access-date=October 3, 2011 }}</ref> Biohazard brought in producer Toby Wright to work on the album and after several months at Graziadei's Firewater Studios in Los Angeles, the band completed their recording sessions.
In March 2007, Evan Seinfeld debuted his new band, The Spyderz, as an opening act for a ] performance. The band was originally named White Line Fever, until it was discovered that a UK band already owned the name. The Spyderz also featured guitarist ], formerly of ] and ]. In October 2008, Seinfeld also briefly joined Tattooed Millionaires as a bassist and co-vocalist. Seinfeld and Tera Patrick separated in 2009 and divorced in 2010.


In June 2011, Biohazard announced that they had amicably parted ways with Evan Seinfeld.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=159103 |title=Biohazard Parts Ways With Evan Seinfeld |publisher=Roadrunner Records |access-date=October 3, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110820072905/http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=159103 |archive-date=August 20, 2011 }}</ref> Scott Roberts returned to replace Seinfeld for two UK dates, but no decision regarding a permanent replacement was made.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=159821 |title=BIOHAZARD's BILLY GRAZIADEI Says EVAN SEINFELD's Exit 'Dropped Like A Bombshell' |publisher=Roadrunner Records |access-date=October 3, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110822161517/http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=159821 |archive-date=August 22, 2011 }}</ref> In August 2011, the band announced that they were searching for a full-time singer to replace Seinfeld and opened auditions to the public.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://metalriot.com/news/biohazard-in-search-of-new-singer/ |title=Biohazard in search of new singer |publisher=metalriot.com |access-date=November 3, 2011}}</ref> In September 2011, three months after his departure from Biohazard, Seinfeld joined Los Angeles-based heavy metal band Attika 7, which also featured ], formerly of Soulfly and Static-X, and Rusty Coones.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=163311 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20130104183108/http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=163311 |url-status=dead |archive-date=January 4, 2013 |title=Former BIOHAZARD Frontman Joins ATTIKA7 |publisher=Roadrunner Records |access-date=October 3, 2011 }}</ref> Attika 7 began recording their debut album for THC Music/Rocket Science in February 2012.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=169546 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120911152540/http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=169546 |url-status=dead |archive-date=September 11, 2012 |title=Former BIOHAZARD Frontman Recording 'Timeless Heavy Metal' Debut With ATTIKA 7 |publisher=Roadrunner Records |date=February 10, 2011 |access-date=February 10, 2011 }}</ref> After several lineup changes, including the departure of Campos, the band's debut album, ''Blood of my Enemies'', was released in 2013. Seinfeld also continues to work in adult entertainment as Spyder Jonez, most notably through his production company, Iron Cross Entertainment and Teravison, which he co-owns with his former wife, Tera Patrick, as well as his own Rockstar Pornstar website.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.teethofthedivine.com/site/featured/interview-with-evan-seinfeld/ |title=Interview with Evan Seinfeld – I put the fuck in the "I don't give a fuck!" |publisher=Teeth of the Divine |date=April 26, 2010 |access-date=October 3, 2011}}</ref>
===Reunion and departure of Seinfeld===
In January 2008, the classic lineup of Evan Seinfeld, Billy Graziadei, Danny Schuler and Bobby Hambel made the announcement that rehearsals had begun for a 2008 summer tour to commemorate the band's 20th anniversary.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.komodorock.com/latest-news/latest-news/biohazard%3a-original-lineup-to-reform-for-20th-anniversary-200801223663/ |title=Biohazard: Original Lineup To Reform For 20th Anniversary |publisher=Komodo Rock |date=2008-01-22 |accessdate=2011-10-03}}</ref> They toured Australia and New Zealand in April with ], ], ] and headliners ] to celebrate their newly declared reunion.<ref></ref> The band also took part in ] 2009, and announced at one of their shows that they were working on a new record.<ref>{{cite web|last=Asbury |first=Ryan |url=http://www.mxdwn.com/2011/06/10/news/biohazards-seinfeld-moves-on/ |title="Biohazard’s Seinfeld Moves On" - June 10, 2011 |publisher=mxdwn.com |date=2011-06-10 |accessdate=2011-10-03}}</ref> It was also noted that the album would be dedicated to Type O Negative frontman ] who died in April 2010.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=139301 |title=Blabbermouth.net &#124; EVAN SEINFELD Says Next BIOHAZARD Album Will Be Dedicated To PETER STEELE - Apr. 28, 2010 |publisher=Roadrunnerrecords.com |date= |accessdate=2011-10-03}}</ref> Biohazard brought in producer Toby Wright to work on the album and after several months at Graziadei's Firewater Studios in Los Angeles, the band completed their recording sessions.


In January 2012, Biohazard decided that Scott Roberts would remain with the band as a permanent member. Their new album, '']'', was released worldwide, with the exception of North America, on January 20, 2012, through the Nuclear Blast label. The band originally planned to offer a digital edition of the album as a free download for American fans on the same date, but those plans were canceled at the last moment.<ref name="roadrunnerrecords1">{{cite web|url=http://loudwire.com/biohazard-bassist-hospitalized-band-free-download-canceled/ |title=Biohazard Bassist Hospitalized Before and After Gig |publisher=Loudwire.com |date=January 2, 2012|access-date=February 3, 2012}}</ref> The album never received a United States label partner or release.
In June 2011, Biohazard announced that they had amicably parted ways with Evan Seinfeld.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=159103 |title="Biohazard Parts Ways With Evan Seinfeld" |publisher=Roadrunner Records |date= |accessdate=2011-10-03}}</ref> Scott Roberts returned to replace Seinfeld for two UK dates but no decision regarding a permanent replacement was made.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=159821 |title=BIOHAZARD's BILLY GRAZIADEI Says EVAN SEINFELD's Exit 'Dropped Like A Bombshell' |publisher=Roadrunner Records |date= |accessdate=2011-10-03}}</ref> In August 2011, the band announced that they were searching for a full-time singer to replace Seinfeld and opened auditions to the public.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://metalriot.com/news/biohazard-in-search-of-new-singer/ |title=Biohazard in search of new singer |publisher=metalriot.com |date= |accessdate=2011-11-03}}</ref> In September 2011, three months after his departure from Biohazard, Seinfeld joined Los Angeles-based heavy metal band, Attika 7.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=163311 |title="Former BIOHAZARD Frontman Joins ATTIKA7" |publisher=Roadrunner Records |date= |accessdate=2011-10-03}}</ref> Attika 7, which also features ], formerly of Soulfly and Static-X, and Rusty Coones, began recording their debut album for THC Music/Rocket Science in February 2012.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=169546 |title="Former BIOHAZARD Frontman Recording 'Timeless Heavy Metal' Debut With ATTIKA 7" |publisher=Roadrunner Records |date=2011-02-10 |accessdate=2011-02-10}}</ref> Seinfeld also continues to work in adult entertainment as Spyder Jonez, most notably through his production company, Iron Cross Entertainment and Teravison, the production company he co-owns with his former wife, Tera Patrick, as well as his own "Rockstar Pornstar" website.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.teethofthedivine.com/site/featured/interview-with-evan-seinfeld/ |title=Interview with Evan Seinfeld - I put the fuck in the “I don’t give a fuck!” |publisher=Teeth of the Divine |date=2010-04-26 |accessdate=2011-10-03}}</ref>


In January 2012, the band decided that Scott Roberts would remain with the band as a permanent member. The new album, '']'', was released worldwide, with the exception of North America, on January 20, 2012 through the Nuclear Blast label. The band originally planned to offer a digital edition of the album as a free download for American fans on the same date but these plans were canceled at the last moment.<ref name="roadrunnerrecords1">{{cite web|url=http://loudwire.com/biohazard-bassist-hospitalized-band-free-download-canceled/ |title=Biohazard Bassist Hospitalized Before and After Gig |publisher=Loudwire.com |date=2012-01-02|accessdate=2012-02-03}}</ref> A United States label partner and release date has yet to be announced.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=163876 |title=Blabbermouth.net &#124; BIOHAZARD's 'Reborn In Defiance' Due In January - Sep. 28, 2011 |publisher=Roadrunnerrecords.com |date= |accessdate=2011-10-03}}</ref> In support of the record, Biohazard embarked on a short co-headlining tour of Europe with ] in the latter half of January 2012.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://metalriot.com/news/biohazard-announce-co-headlining-euro-tour-with-suicidal-tendencies/ |title=Tour Biohazard announce co-headlining Euro tour with Suicidal Tendencies |publisher=metalriot.com |access-date=November 3, 2011}}</ref> The band arrived in Belgium to begin the tour on January 20, where abruptly, Scott Roberts was rushed to the hospital. After going through several tests and receiving no answers concerning his ailment, Roberts checked himself out of the hospital in time to perform with the band. After their set, Roberts was rushed back to the hospital.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://loudwire.com/biohazard-bassist-hospitalized-band-free-download-canceled/ |title=Biohazard Bassist Hospitalized Before and After Gig |publisher=Loudwire.com |date=January 20, 2012 |access-date=February 3, 2012}}</ref> Roberts was released from the hospital in time to continue on with the tour at the next stop in Oberhausen, Germany, on January 21.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=168619 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120909174101/http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=168619 |url-status=dead |archive-date=September 9, 2012 |title=BIOHAZARD Frontman 'Never Missed A Step' |publisher=Roadrunnerrecords.com |date=January 22, 2012 |access-date=February 3, 2012 }}</ref> On January 22, Schuler left the tour in order to return home and be with his wife for the birth of their baby. ] of ] and Suicide City stepped in to replace Schuler until he was able to return.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=168655 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20130202092910/http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=168655 |url-status=dead |archive-date=February 2, 2013 |title='BIOHAZARD Drummer Heads Home For Birth Of Baby; SWORN ENEMY's DANNY LAMAGNA Steps In' |publisher=Roadrunnerrecords.com |date=January 23, 2012 |access-date=February 3, 2012 }}</ref>


In July 2015, Schuler indicated that the band was actively working on a new album.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/biohazards-danny-schuler-i-dont-understand-how-people-could-just-steal-music/ |title=Biohazard's Danny Schuler: 'I Don't Understand How People Could Just Steal Music' |publisher=Blabbermouth.net |date=July 31, 2015 |access-date=October 9, 2015}}</ref> On February 10, 2016, Biohazard announced that previously scheduled upcoming shows had been canceled and that Scott Roberts was no longer a member of the band.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.facebook.com/BiohazardDFL/posts/1069616109725858 |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/facebook/168971139790364/1069616109725858 |archive-date=February 26, 2022 |url-access=limited|title=Biohazard|website=www.Facebook.com|access-date=March 7, 2019}}{{cbignore}}</ref> In December 2017, Roberts clarified that he had quit the band due to not getting along with one of the other members and not enjoying being in the group anymore.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/former-biohazard-frontman-scott-roberts-says-he-quit-because-he-wasnt-enjoying-it-anymore/ |title=Former BIOHAZARD Frontman SCOTT ROBERTS Says He Quit Because He 'Wasn't Enjoying' It Anymore |publisher=Blabbermouth.net |date=December 27, 2017 |access-date=February 21, 2018}}</ref>
In support of the album, Biohazard embarked on a short co-headlining tour of Europe with ] in the latter half of January 2012.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://metalriot.com/news/biohazard-announce-co-headlining-euro-tour-with-suicidal-tendencies/ |title=Tour
Biohazard announce co-headlining Euro tour with Suicidal Tendencies |publisher=metalriot.com |date= |accessdate=2011-11-03}}</ref> The band arrived in Belgium to begin the tour on January 20 and Roberts was rushed to the hospital. After going through several tests and receiving no answers concerning his ailment, Roberts checked himself out of the hospital to perform with the band. After their set, Roberts was rushed back to the hospital.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://loudwire.com/biohazard-bassist-hospitalized-band-free-download-canceled/ |title=Biohazard Bassist Hospitalized Before and After Gig |publisher=Loudwire.com |date=2012-01-20 |accessdate=2012-02-03}}</ref> Roberts was released from the hospital in time to continue on with the tour at the next stop in Oberhausen, Germany on January 21.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=168619 |title=BIOHAZARD Frontman 'Never Missed A Step' |publisher=Roadrunnerrecords.com |date=2012-01-22 |accessdate=2012-02-03}}</ref> On January 22, Schuler left the tour to in order to return home and be with his wife for the birth of their baby. ] of ] and Suicide City stepped in to replace Schuler until he was able to return.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=168655 |title='BIOHAZARD Drummer Heads Home For Birth Of Baby; SWORN ENEMY's DANNY LAMAGNA Steps In' |publisher=Roadrunnerrecords.com |date=2012-01-23 |accessdate=2012-02-03}}</ref>


On June 23, 2017, the debut album from Graziadei's new band ] was released. Graziadei formed the band with Sen Dog (Senen Reyes) of ], Rogelio Lozano of ], and Christian Olde Wolbers of ].{{Citation needed|date=January 2018}} A follow-up EP, titled ''Bring That Shit Back'', came out in June 2018. Coinciding with the EP's release, it was also announced that Graziadei would be releasing a solo album later in the year, under the name BillyBio. It was also stated that BillyBio would serve as the opening act on the European dates of Life of Agony's Rise of the Underground tour in October.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/biohazards-billy-graziadei-is-psyched-to-release-solo-music-as-billybio/ |title=BIOHAZARD's BILLY GRAZIADEI Is 'Psyched' To Release Solo Music As BILLYBIO |publisher=Blabbermouth.net |date=June 12, 2018 |access-date=September 3, 2018 }}</ref> The first BillyBio album, ''Feed the Fire'', was released on November 30, 2018.
==Band Members==
*Bobby Hambel - guitar (1987-1994, 2008-present)
*Billy Graziadei - guitar, vocals (1987-2006, 2008-present)
*Danny Schuler - drums (1988-2006, 2008-present)
*Scott Roberts - lead guitar (2002-2005); bass, vocals (2011-present)


In January 2019, Graziadei explained that, despite not performing or recording since 2015, Biohazard still existed as a band and that when the time was right, there would be a new record.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://loudwire.com/billy-graziadei-biohazard-still-a-band/ |title=Billy Graziadei: 'There's Still a Biohazard' |publisher=loudwire.com |date=January 29, 2019 |access-date=January 25, 2020 }}</ref>
;Former members
*Evan Seinfeld - lead vocals, bass (1987-2006, 2008-2011)
*Anthony Meo - drums (1987)
*Rob Echeverria - guitar (1996-2000)
*Leo Curley - guitar (2000-2002)
*Carmine Vincent - guitar (2002)


===Second reunion with Seinfeld: 2022–present===
==Discography==
In October 2022, it was reported that the lineup of Seinfeld, Graziadei, Hambel, and Schuler had reunited. Seinfeld credited a chance encounter with Schuler's brother as inspiration to reconnect with his former bandmates,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://blabbermouth.net/news/evan-seinfeld-on-reunited-biohazard-it-needed-to-go-away-for-10-years-for-everyone-to-get-rejuvenated|title=Evan Seinfeld on Reunited Biohazard: 'It Needed to Go Away for 10 Years for Everyone to Get Rejuvenated'|date=March 7, 2024|website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET}}</ref> while Graziadei credited former manager Scott Koenig with inspiring the reunion. Koenig had been adamant on the band's reforming but died before Graziadei could be convinced. Graziadei then met Seinfeld at Koenig's memorial and began a conversation about getting back together.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://blabbermouth.net/news/biohazard-is-officially-working-on-new-album-were-back-stronger-than-ever|title=Biohazard Is Officially Working on New Album: 'We're Back Stronger Than Ever'|date=February 17, 2024|website=Blabbermouth.net}}</ref>
===Demos===
*First demo tape (1988)
*Second demo tape (1989)


The band announced two concerts for 2023, one at ] and another at ].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://blabbermouth.net/news/biohazards-classic-lineup-to-reunite-for-next-years-bloodstock-open-air-festival |title=Biohazard's Classic Lineup to Reunite for European Festival Appearances in 2023 |website=] |date=October 11, 2022 |access-date=October 11, 2022}}</ref> On March 10, 2023, Biohazard was announced as the headliner for the first day of Milwaukee Metal Fest, the band's first concert since reuniting.<ref>{{Cite web |date=April 7, 2023 |title=Lamb of God, Anthrax, Biohazard headlining relaunched Milwaukee Metal Fest |url=https://www.revolvermag.com/events/lamb-god-anthrax-biohazard-headlining-relaunched-milwaukee-metal-fest |access-date=December 6, 2023 |website=Revolver}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Blabbermouth |date=May 27, 2023 |title=Watch: Original Biohazard Lineup Performs Live for First Time in 12 Years |url=https://blabbermouth.net/news/watch-original-biohazard-lineup-performs-live-for-first-time-in-12-years |access-date=December 6, 2023 |website=blabbermouth.net}}</ref> This was the first show for the band overall since 2015 and the first with Seinfeld since 2012. Later in June, Seinfeld noted that a new album and a documentary, directed by ],<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://blabbermouth.net/news/biohazards-danny-schuler-talks-new-music-upcoming-documentary|title=Biohazard's Danny Schuler Talks New Music, Upcoming Documentary|date=February 8, 2024|website=Blabbermouth.net}}</ref> were in the works.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://blabbermouth.net/news/evan-seinfeld-says-reunited-biohazard-will-work-on-new-studio-album|title=Evan Seinfeld Says Reunited Biohazard Will Work on New Studio Album|date=June 8, 2023|website=blabbermouth.net}}</ref> On July 14, 2023, it was reported that original drummer Anthony Meo had died of cancer; Graziadei and Schuler posted tributes via their social media pages.<ref name="MeoDeath">{{cite news|title=Founding Biohazard Drummer Anthony Meo Has Died |url=https://metalinjection.net/this-is-just-a-tribute/founding-biohazard-drummer-anthony-meo-has-died |website=metalinjection.net |date=July 14, 2023 |access-date=July 14, 2023}}</ref>
===Studio albums===
*'']'' (1990)
*'']'' (1992)
*'']'' (1994)
*'']'' (1996)
*'']'' (1999)
*'']'' (2001)
*'']'' (2003)
*'']'' (2005)
*'']'' (2012)<ref name="roadrunnerrecords1"/>


The band expects to release a new album in 2024 or 2025.<ref>{{cite web|title=Evan Seinfeld: New Biohazard Music Could Arrive 'Early Next Year' |url=https://blabbermouth.net/news/evan-seinfeld-new-biohazard-music-could-arrive-early-next-year |website=blabbermouth.net |date=June 16, 2024 |access-date=July 14, 2024}}</ref>
===Live albums===
*'']'' (1997)
*''Live in San Francisco'' (2007)


==Musical style and legacy==
===Compilation===
Critics have categorized Biohazard's music as ],<ref name="allmusic" /> ],<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/lifestyle/1993/04/02/rap-meets-metal-makes-biohazard/ba61c0c4-41f2-4509-a907-ae5439182dad/|title=Rap meets metal, makes Biohazard |last=Jenkins |first=Mark |date=April 2, 1993 |newspaper=The Washington Post |access-date=May 10, 2023}}</ref> ],<ref>{{cite web |url=http://blogs.villagevoice.com/music/2013/07/top_20_nyhc_metal_albums_all_time.php |title=The Top 20 New York Hardcore and Metal Albums of All Time – New York – Music – Sound of the City |access-date=July 10, 2013 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130711080310/http://blogs.villagevoice.com/music/2013/07/top_20_nyhc_metal_albums_all_time.php |archive-date=July 11, 2013}}</ref> and ].<ref>{{Cite web |date=May 26, 2015 |title=Road Trippin': Biohazard |url=https://www.loudersound.com/features/road-trippin-biohazard |access-date=June 1, 2023 |website=]}}</ref> The band merges elements of ] and ].<ref>{{cite web |last1=Law |first1=Sam |title=The 50 Best Albums from 1990 |url=https://www.kerrang.com/the-50-best-albums-from-1990 |website=] |access-date=October 13, 2024}}</ref> In the book ''Louder Than Hell'', Seinfeld explained that their hip hop influence was derived from how " and Billy were kind of shy about our vocals, so we started this rhythmic delivery because it sounded hard and you didn't have to worry about sounding too happy if you were singing".<ref name="Wiederhorn and Turman" />
*'']'' (2001)

The band have cited influences including ], ], the ], ], ], and ].<ref name="Wiederhorn and Turman">{{cite book |last1=Wiederhorn |first1=Jon |last2=Turman |first2=Katherine |title=Louder Than Hell: The Definitive Oral History of Metal |date=June 5, 2014 |publisher=It Books |pages=236–237 |quote=When I was seventeen, I roadied for Carnivore, which was probably the single biggest influence on Biohazard because Carnivore played thrash metal, but they were somehow fused with the hardcore scene because they had the best skank parts, slow parts, and dance parts. One day I went down with Carnivore to the rehearsal studio to see Agnostic Front. They all had shaved heads, tattoos, and were more punk than Carnivore, but they were starting to play a metal style. I was totally sucked in. I thought, "Wouldn’t it be great to have all of these styles in one band... I was a street kid from Brooklyn, but I got what Biohazard wanted to do because after I went away to college to SUNY Oneonta, my friend Ian gave me the Cro-Mags demo and it totally made sense. That, and Agnostic Front's Victim of Pain blew me away. I knew I wanted to do something that had that vibe, but mixed with Carnivore and early Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, and Iron Maiden.}}</ref>

Biohazard has been said to have influenced the music of ],<ref name="Daniels, 2013">{{cite book |last1=Daniels |first1=Neil |title=Reinventing Metal the True Story of Pantera and the Tragically Short Life of Dimebag Darrell |date=August 2013 |publisher=] |quote=Leaving overzealous fan debates aside, Pantera spent much of 1990 touring in support of Cowboys from Hell. Their first major cross-country jaunt was with thrash bands Exodus and Suicidal Tendencies; after that, they toured with Mind over Four and Prong. Among the venues they played that year was the Ritz in New York City. Phil believed New York was the wildest place the band played—and also the toughest. It was also a great place for Pantera to check out artists and bands that inspired Pantera, among them Slayer; Biohazard; Sepultura; Prong; Sick of It All; Agnostic Front; and Anthrax.}}</ref> ],<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfFnSorGczc&feature=relmfu |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211222/TfFnSorGczc |archive-date=December 22, 2021 |url-status=live|title=Interview Machine Head - Robb Flynn (part 2) |publisher=YouTube |date=January 7, 2011 |access-date=April 15, 2012}}{{cbignore}}</ref> ],<ref>{{cite AV media |people=Sam Trapkin, Colin Young, Beau Leuders |date=September 26, 2024 |title=HardLore: Sam Trapkin (Trapped Under Ice) |type=Podcast |url=https://knotfest.com/blogs/hardlore/hardlore-sam-trapkin-trapped-under-ice |access-date=September 29, 2024 |time=31m40s; 33m20s |publisher=] |quote=I think we had that vision though for the band, cause like again we were coming straight out of a full summer of ''State of the World Address'', which is like a pretty rappy record. Early vision of the band was like heavy, Justice definitely had the Crown of Thornz type of influence... Integrity was pretty popular then, I remember hearing Integrity doing , so I think those were possible influences. I discovered Merauder super early and that was huge.}}</ref> ],<ref>{{cite web |title=Interview Candiria |url=http://metalchoc.chez-alice.fr/candiria.htm |access-date=November 3, 2024}}</ref> ],<ref>{{cite web |title=Sworn Enemy – 02/02/2008 |url=http://www.metal-experience.com/interviews/Interview%20Sworn%20Enemy%202008.htm |access-date=November 3, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130514043804/http://www.metal-experience.com/interviews/Interview%20Sworn%20Enemy%202008.htm |archive-date=May 14, 2013 |quote=Lorenzo and Sal formed as a band in 1997, the band was called Mindset, we played shows as Mindset for a good three years until we changed our self's Sworn Enemy in late 1999. The first EP came out "Negative Outlook" on Stillborn Records in 2000 and from then we toured our asses off. Major musical background: Slayer, Metallica, Cro-Mags, Biohazard, Anthrax, Sick of It All, Agnostic Front, Madball, Pantera, Suicidal Tendencies, D.R.I., etc....}}</ref> ],<ref>{{cite web |last1=Mashurov |first1=NM |title=The definitive oral history of Korn's "Freak on a Leash" |url=https://www.thefader.com/2018/08/14/korn-freak-leash-oral-history |website=] |access-date=October 13, 2024}}</ref> and ].<ref>{{cite web |last1=Hereth |first1=Simon |title=Interview with Seth about the 25 Ta Life comeback |url=https://www.awayfromlife.com/25-ta-life-im-interview/ |access-date=November 3, 2024}}</ref>

==Band members==
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'''Current'''
* ]&nbsp;– vocals, rhythm guitar (1987–2006, 2008–present)
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* Bobby Hambel&nbsp;– lead guitar (1987–1995, 2008–present)
* Danny Schuler&nbsp;– drums (1988–2006, 2008–present)
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* Anthony Meo&nbsp;– drums (1987–1988; died 2023)<ref name="MeoDeath" />
* ]&nbsp;– lead guitar (1996–2000)
* Leo Curley&nbsp;– lead guitar (2000–2002)
* Carmine Vincent&nbsp;– lead guitar (2002–2003)
* Scott Roberts&nbsp;– lead guitar (2003–2006); vocals, bass (2011–2016)<ref name="allmusic" />
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==Discography==
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American metal band

Biohazard
Biohazard performing in 2012Biohazard performing in 2012
Background information
OriginNew York City, U.S.
Genres
Years active
  • 1987–2006
  • 2008–present
Labels
SpinoffsSuicide City, Powerflo
Members
Past members
  • Anthony Meo
  • Rob Echeverria
  • Leo Curley
  • Carmine Vincent
  • Scott Roberts
Websitebiohazard.com

Biohazard is an American hardcore band formed in Brooklyn, New York City, in 1987. They are one of the earliest bands to fuse hardcore punk and heavy metal with elements of hip hop. The original lineup consisted of bassist/vocalist Evan Seinfeld, guitarist Bobby Hambel, and drummer Anthony Meo. Guitarist/vocalist Billy Graziadei joined soon after, and drummer Danny Schuler replaced Meo before the recording of their first album, thus solidifying the band's lineup from 1988 to 1995.

After several lineup changes, a breakup, a 2008 reunion, and a seven-year period of inactivity, the classic lineup of Seinfeld, Graziadei, Hambel, and Schuler reunited in 2022 and announced upcoming performances in 2023.

History

Early years: 1987–1990

Biohazard formed in Brooklyn in 1987. Their first demo, released in 1988, caused a stir with journalists who felt that some of the band's lyrics displayed fascist and white supremacist views, overlooking the fact that both Seinfeld and Schuler were, themselves, Jewish. The accusations of racism in their music were denied by the group but in later interviews, Seinfeld and Graziadei explained that it had been a publicity stunt to win over the band Carnivore and their fans. Additionally, Seinfeld has defended the lyrics of songs such as "Master Race" and "America" as metaphors meant to gain the attention of listeners, and he maintains that the band was never racist. After the release of the first demo, Anthony Meo left the band and drummer Danny Schuler replaced him. A second demo tape followed in 1989.

Although Biohazard did not present themselves as a hardcore band, they shared stages with groups associated with the New York hardcore scene, such as the Cro-Mags and Agnostic Front. They also shared stages with the New Jersey band Mucky Pup, and a friendship between the two groups developed.

Biohazard's self-titled debut album was released in June 1990 through Magnetic Air Records, and in spite of being poorly promoted, it went on to sell 23,000 copies in the US by 1994 and approximately 40,000 copies by 2001. The album's subject matter revolved around Brooklyn, gang wars, drugs, and violence.

One year after the release, Seinfeld and Graziadei contributed vocals to the song "Three Dead Gophers" from Mucky Pup's third album, Now. The record was released on Roadrunner Records, who would soon issue Biohazard's second album.

Roadrunner Records and initial mainstream exposure: 1991–1993

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In 1992, Biohazard signed with Roadrunner Records and released Urban Discipline, which gave the band national and worldwide attention in both the heavy metal and hardcore communities. The band also began opening for larger acts, such as House of Pain, Sick of It All, Fishbone, and Kyuss.

In 1993, the hardcore rap group Onyx recorded an alternate "Bionyx" version of their hit single "Slam", with Biohazard as their backup band. This led to a collaboration on the title track of the Judgment Night soundtrack. The soundtrack would go on to sell over two million copies in the United States.

Warner Bros. and Hambel's departure: 1994–1998

Months later, the band left Roadrunner Records and signed with Warner Bros. Records, who released their third studio LP, State of the World Address. The album was produced by Ed Stasium in Los Angeles and contained the single "How It Is", featuring Sen Dog of Cypress Hill, for which a video was also shot. During their 1994 tour, the band made an appearance on the second stage at the Monsters of Rock festival, held at Castle Donington. State of the World Address went on to sell over one million copies. This was the last Biohazard album with Bobby Hambel, who left due to differences with the rest of the band. In late 1995, the band, along with Therapy? and Gunshot, contributed remixes to the Pitchshifter album The Remix War.

Biohazard recorded their fourth studio album, Mata Leao, as a three-piece in 1996. It was produced with the help of Dave Jerden. For the 1996–97 Mata Leao Tour, the band hired former Helmet guitarist Rob Echeverria. They also played on the Ozzfest mainstage, alongside Ozzy Osbourne, Slayer, Danzig, Fear Factory, and Sepultura.

While touring Europe in support of Mata Leao, the band recorded their Hamburg, Germany show for their first live album, No Holds Barred (Live in Europe), which was released in 1997 through Roadrunner Records.

In 1998, Seinfeld began his acting career, playing Jaz Hoyt on HBO's award-winning series Oz. The character was introduced in the second season and appeared throughout the sixth and final season.

Mercury Records: 1999–2000

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Biohazard signed to Mercury Records and released their fifth studio album, New World Disorder, in 1999, once again with Ed Stasium as producer. The relationship with Mercury Records soured quickly as the band felt betrayed and misunderstood by the label. They severed their ties amidst the merger of Mercury Records, Island Records, Def Jam Records, and Polygram into the Universal Music Group.

In 2000, the band continued to tour Europe and Japan, without the support of a record label or management. In 2001, they released a compilation album titled Tales from the B-Side. The record consisted of various B-sides and remixes from various eras in the band's recording history. The album was released by the Phantom Sound & Vision label. After the publication of Tales from the B-Side, Rob Echeverria resigned from the band in order to get married. Leo Curley, of Outline and All Means Necessary, was hired as his replacement.

New record deals and side projects: 2000–2004

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Biohazard at the Dour Festival, 2003

In the same year, Biohazard signed two new record deals, with SPV/Steamhammer in Europe and Sanctuary Records for the remainder of the world. Despite the new record deals, the band took some personal time in order to work on other projects.

Graziadei briefly formed a trip hop project, named Blu, with Jenifer Bair of the Ohio band Hilo. After writing and recording approximately twenty songs for the project, Bair relocated to Los Angeles to continue an art career, and the project dissolved. Graziadei also began work on a book, Tales From the Hardside. Schuler used his downtime to perform with New York band Among Thieves as a replacement drummer for the departing Will Shepler.

Graziadei and Schuler also collaborated in transforming Biohazard's Brooklyn rehearsal space into a digital recording studio, known as Rat Piss Studios, and soon after changed the name to Underground Sound Studios. Reinvesting into the band, Graziadei and Schuler honed their engineering and productions skills while recording and producing local acts and new Biohazard demos. The band then undertook the process of writing, recording, and producing their own music. Their studio work led to Biohazard's sixth album, Uncivilization, released in September 2001. It featured several guest appearances by members of bands such as Agnostic Front, Hatebreed, Pantera, Slipknot, Sepultura, Cypress Hill, Skarhead, and Type O Negative. Shortly after the release, Leo Curley left the band. He was replaced by former Nucleus member Carmine Vincent, who had previously toured with Biohazard as part of their road crew.

Biohazard completed their seventh studio album, Kill or Be Killed, in 2003. While touring North America with Kittie, Brand New Sin, and Eighteen Visions, the band announced that Roberts would remain as their permanent lead guitarist. The tour was curtailed when it was announced that Seinfeld had fallen ill. With more downtime due to Seinfeld's illness, Graziadei and Schuler collaborated to mix Life of Agony's live comeback album, River Runs Again: Live 2003. Once Seinfeld was healthy again, the band toured Japan and North America, headlining for bands such as Hatebreed, Agnostic Front, Throwdown, and Full Blown Chaos.

Once home, Seinfeld began recording and circulating demos for his own trip hop project, named Triplesicks. For a brief time, Graziadei and his wife moved to Brazil, where their daughter was born. While there, Graziadei struck up a friendship with drummer Fernandao Schafer. After jamming together in the studio, Schafer formed the band Ink, which Graziadei would eventually produce and later join. It wasn't long before Ink was renamed Endrah and an EP, titled DEMONstration, was released. Once Graziadei returned to New York City, the logistical problems of traveling back and forth led him to quit Endrah.

In early 2004, Graziadei teamed up with gabber DJ Rob Gee to help write and produce his music. When a few albums were completed, Graziadei joined Schuler, Roberts, DJ Starscream (aka Sid Wilson of Slipknot), Jeff Anthony, and Keith Rooney, to form Ampt. The band combined gabber music with hardcore and heavy metal. After writing several songs and putting together a live band, Graziadei and Schuler left the project in order to continue with Biohazard. By the end of 2004, the band had begun recording its eighth studio album, Means to an End. The completed album was lost in a studio disaster, forcing the band to completely re-record it. It was released in August 2005.

Breakup: 2004–2007

In the meantime, Graziadei had formed another new band with former members of Kitte and The Groovenics. Originally named Rodek, the group eventually changed its name to Suicide City. In October 2004, Graziadei announced that Means to an End had been the final Biohazard album and that he would continue playing with Suicide City as his main focus. One month later, on the Biohazard website, it was announced that there would in fact be a 2005 Biohazard tour.

On December 15, Seinfeld and Graziadei participated in the Roadrunner United conglomerate event at the Nokia Theater in New York City, for an all-star event. The show opened with Biohazard's "Punishment", performed by Seinfeld, Graziadei, Sepultura's Andreas Kisser, former Fear Factory member Dino Cazares, and Slipknot's Joey Jordison.

In 2005, Seinfeld and Patrick formed The Tera Patrick Agency, with the goal of representing talent in both the adult and mainstream entertainment business. The same year, Suicide City released their first EP, Not My Year, and continued to tour as an opening act for such bands as Danzig, Taking Back Sunday, Mindless Self Indulgence, Otep, and Gwar. The band's full-length album, Frenzy, followed in 2009.

In January 2006, Danny Schuler announced his resignation from Biohazard and the formation of Bloodclot with singer Jon Joseph of the Cro-Mags, guitarist Scott Roberts, and bassist Craig Setari of Sick of It All. Roberts later announced that he would also be leaving Biohazard to focus on Bloodclot with Schuler. The same month, Graziadei announced that Biohazard would not go on a farewell tour after all.

Graziadei and Schuler relocated their recording studio to South Amboy, New Jersey, and renamed it Underground Sound Studios. The space was renovated to include a live room with 20-foot (6.1 m) ceilings and 4,000 square feet (370 m) of studio space. After Schuler's departure from the studio business, Graziadei relocated the studio to Los Angeles and changed the name to Firewater Studios.

In February 2006, Seinfeld participated in the filming of Supergroup, a VH-1 reality television series also starring Ted Nugent, Scott Ian, Sebastian Bach, and Jason Bonham as a supergroup named Damnocracy. The show debuted on May 21, 2006.

In March 2007, Seinfeld debuted his new band, The Spyderz, as an opening act for a Buckcherry performance. The group was originally named White Line Fever, until it was discovered that a UK band already owned the name. The Spyderz also featured guitarist John Monte, formerly of Ministry and M.O.D. In October 2008, Seinfeld also briefly joined Tattooed Millionaires as a bassist and co-vocalist. Seinfeld and Tera Patrick separated in 2009 and divorced in 2010.

Reunion and departure of Seinfeld: 2008–2021

Biohazard at Rockharz Open Air 2015, Germany

In January 2008, Biohazard's classic lineup of Evan Seinfeld, Billy Graziadei, Danny Schuler, and Bobby Hambel made the announcement that rehearsals had begun for a 2008 summer tour, to commemorate the band's twentieth anniversary. They toured Australia and New Zealand in April with Chimaira, Throwdown, Bloodsimple, and headliners Korn. The band also took part in Persistence Tour 2009 and announced at one of their shows that they were working on a new record. It was also noted that the album would be dedicated to Type O Negative frontman Peter Steele, who died in April 2010. Biohazard brought in producer Toby Wright to work on the album and after several months at Graziadei's Firewater Studios in Los Angeles, the band completed their recording sessions.

In June 2011, Biohazard announced that they had amicably parted ways with Evan Seinfeld. Scott Roberts returned to replace Seinfeld for two UK dates, but no decision regarding a permanent replacement was made. In August 2011, the band announced that they were searching for a full-time singer to replace Seinfeld and opened auditions to the public. In September 2011, three months after his departure from Biohazard, Seinfeld joined Los Angeles-based heavy metal band Attika 7, which also featured Tony Campos, formerly of Soulfly and Static-X, and Rusty Coones. Attika 7 began recording their debut album for THC Music/Rocket Science in February 2012. After several lineup changes, including the departure of Campos, the band's debut album, Blood of my Enemies, was released in 2013. Seinfeld also continues to work in adult entertainment as Spyder Jonez, most notably through his production company, Iron Cross Entertainment and Teravison, which he co-owns with his former wife, Tera Patrick, as well as his own Rockstar Pornstar website.

In January 2012, Biohazard decided that Scott Roberts would remain with the band as a permanent member. Their new album, Reborn in Defiance, was released worldwide, with the exception of North America, on January 20, 2012, through the Nuclear Blast label. The band originally planned to offer a digital edition of the album as a free download for American fans on the same date, but those plans were canceled at the last moment. The album never received a United States label partner or release.

In support of the record, Biohazard embarked on a short co-headlining tour of Europe with Suicidal Tendencies in the latter half of January 2012. The band arrived in Belgium to begin the tour on January 20, where abruptly, Scott Roberts was rushed to the hospital. After going through several tests and receiving no answers concerning his ailment, Roberts checked himself out of the hospital in time to perform with the band. After their set, Roberts was rushed back to the hospital. Roberts was released from the hospital in time to continue on with the tour at the next stop in Oberhausen, Germany, on January 21. On January 22, Schuler left the tour in order to return home and be with his wife for the birth of their baby. Danny Lamagna of Sworn Enemy and Suicide City stepped in to replace Schuler until he was able to return.

In July 2015, Schuler indicated that the band was actively working on a new album. On February 10, 2016, Biohazard announced that previously scheduled upcoming shows had been canceled and that Scott Roberts was no longer a member of the band. In December 2017, Roberts clarified that he had quit the band due to not getting along with one of the other members and not enjoying being in the group anymore.

On June 23, 2017, the debut album from Graziadei's new band Powerflo was released. Graziadei formed the band with Sen Dog (Senen Reyes) of Cypress Hill, Rogelio Lozano of Downset., and Christian Olde Wolbers of Fear Factory. A follow-up EP, titled Bring That Shit Back, came out in June 2018. Coinciding with the EP's release, it was also announced that Graziadei would be releasing a solo album later in the year, under the name BillyBio. It was also stated that BillyBio would serve as the opening act on the European dates of Life of Agony's Rise of the Underground tour in October. The first BillyBio album, Feed the Fire, was released on November 30, 2018.

In January 2019, Graziadei explained that, despite not performing or recording since 2015, Biohazard still existed as a band and that when the time was right, there would be a new record.

Second reunion with Seinfeld: 2022–present

In October 2022, it was reported that the lineup of Seinfeld, Graziadei, Hambel, and Schuler had reunited. Seinfeld credited a chance encounter with Schuler's brother as inspiration to reconnect with his former bandmates, while Graziadei credited former manager Scott Koenig with inspiring the reunion. Koenig had been adamant on the band's reforming but died before Graziadei could be convinced. Graziadei then met Seinfeld at Koenig's memorial and began a conversation about getting back together.

The band announced two concerts for 2023, one at Bloodstock Open Air and another at Dynamo Metalfest. On March 10, 2023, Biohazard was announced as the headliner for the first day of Milwaukee Metal Fest, the band's first concert since reuniting. This was the first show for the band overall since 2015 and the first with Seinfeld since 2012. Later in June, Seinfeld noted that a new album and a documentary, directed by Drew Stone, were in the works. On July 14, 2023, it was reported that original drummer Anthony Meo had died of cancer; Graziadei and Schuler posted tributes via their social media pages.

The band expects to release a new album in 2024 or 2025.

Musical style and legacy

Critics have categorized Biohazard's music as hardcore punk, rap metal, groove metal, and crossover thrash. The band merges elements of tough guy hardcore and hip hop. In the book Louder Than Hell, Seinfeld explained that their hip hop influence was derived from how " and Billy were kind of shy about our vocals, so we started this rhythmic delivery because it sounded hard and you didn't have to worry about sounding too happy if you were singing".

The band have cited influences including Carnivore, Agnostic Front, the Cro-Mags, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, and Judas Priest.

Biohazard has been said to have influenced the music of Pantera, Machine Head, Trapped Under Ice, Candiria, Sworn Enemy, Korn, and 25 ta Life.

Band members

Current

  • Billy Graziadei – vocals, rhythm guitar (1987–2006, 2008–present)
  • Evan Seinfeld – vocals, bass (1987–2006, 2008–2011, 2022–present)
  • Bobby Hambel – lead guitar (1987–1995, 2008–present)
  • Danny Schuler – drums (1988–2006, 2008–present)

Former

  • Anthony Meo – drums (1987–1988; died 2023)
  • Rob Echeverria – lead guitar (1996–2000)
  • Leo Curley – lead guitar (2000–2002)
  • Carmine Vincent – lead guitar (2002–2003)
  • Scott Roberts – lead guitar (2003–2006); vocals, bass (2011–2016)

Timeline

Discography

Main article: Biohazard discography

References

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  7. "Exclusive: Billy Graziadei of Biohazard/Suicide City!!!…with some bad news". Metal Israel. January 17, 2006. Retrieved October 3, 2011.
  8. "Biohazard: Original Lineup To Reform For 20th Anniversary". Komodo Rock. January 22, 2008. Archived from the original on August 16, 2011. Retrieved October 3, 2011.
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