Ded
Arizona band bringing back nu metal's downtuned bounce and adding metalcore weight, with Joe Cotela switching between snarled verses and sung hooks.
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About Ded
Ded formed in Arizona in 2016 around vocalist Joe Cotela. The band signed to Suretone Records and released its debut album, Mis•an•thrope, in 2017, a record built on detuned riffs, hip-hop-inflected rhythm and choruses written to be shouted back.
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Questions about Ded
What festivals is Ded playing in 2027?
Ded is booked at 1 festival we cover: Welcome to Rockville 2027.
Is Ded playing Welcome to Rockville 2027?
Yes, Ded is on the Welcome to Rockville 2027 lineup, May 6–9, 2027 at Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach, FL. They play Friday, May 7.
What kind of music does Ded play?
Ded plays hard rock.
Who is in Ded?
Ded is Joe Cotela (lead vocals), Kyle Koelsch (bass, background vocals), David Ludlow (guitar, background vocals) and Matt Reinhard (drums).
When did Ded form?
Ded formed in Arizona in 2016.
What was Ded's first album?
Ded's first album was Mis‐An‐Thrope (2017). The latest is Resent (2025).