Nikki Volponi : Vocals
John Boyce : Guitar, Vocals
Ethan Brockelman : Guitar, Vocals
Ian VanDenbergh : Lead Guitar

When Man Meets His Maker began as a raw spark in the backyards and basements of Bristol, Pennsylvania, dating all the way back to 2005. Fueled by a shared obsession with crushing riffs, melodic leads, and the cathartic power of heavy music, the band spent years refining their craft in the shadows of the local scene. Drawing inspiration from the chaos of daily life, personal demons, and the relentless grind of existence, WMMHM forged a sound that balances sheer ferocity with dark, melodic finesse.

What started as a few teenagers trading riffs after school has evolved into a punishing yet precise force — where soaring harmonies and intricate guitar work cut through walls of guttural vocals and earth-shaking breakdowns. Influenced by the spirit of melodic death metal and the rawness of metalcore and deathcore, the band’s music stands as both an embrace and a rejection of modern decay.

Their upcoming debut full-length, The Hell In Heaven, captures everything the band has built over nearly two decades: razor-sharp technicality, haunting melodies, and lyrics born from years spent grappling with loss, rage, and resilience. For When Man Meets His Maker, it’s never been about trends or fleeting hype — it’s about pouring every scar, riff, and scream into songs that speak to those who find beauty in darkness.

As they step from the underground into a broader light, WMMHM remains fiercely true to their roots: uncompromising, unpolished, and unshakably dedicated to the melodic power and punishing weight of heavy music.