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From Minneapolis, Minnesota, Villain of the Story delivers metalcore with radio-friendly rock elements. Formed in 2013–2014 by Christian Grey, Logan Bartholomew, Cody Pauly, and Page Brownie, the group quickly carved a name in the scene with high-energy live shows and a knack for melody within aggression. They’ve earned a national spotlight, including a Battle of the Bands win in 2015 and an opening slot for I Prevail on their Lifelines Tour in 2017. See below for a bio, discography highlights, and upcoming shows as they bring new material to fans in 2025 and beyond.

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Quick Facts About Villain of the Story

Origin: Minneapolis, Minnesota; formed in 2013–2014 by Christian Grey, Logan Bartholomew, Cody Pauly and Page Brownie. ([villainofthestory.com](https://www.villainofthestory.com/about))
Genres: metalcore / post-hardcore with rock influences (described as metalcore with radio-friendly rock elements). ([villainofthestory.bandcamp.com](https://villainofthestory.bandcamp.com/?utm_source=openai))
2025 album: Convergence: Two Minds In One released in 2025 (Out Of Line Music); subsequent CD/vinyl releases appear in late 2025. ([music.apple.com](https://music.apple.com/np/album/convergence-two-minds-in-one/1819944186?utm_source=openai))
Discography (albums, most recent first): Convergence: Two Minds in One (2025, Out Of Line), Divided (2022, Out Of Line), Bloodshot (2020, Stay Sick), Ashes (2018, Stay Sick), Wrapped in Vines, Covered in Thorns (2017, Stay Sick). ([music.apple.com](https://music.apple.com/np/album/convergence-two-minds-in-one/1819944186?utm_source=openai))
Major achievements: Ernie Ball Battle of the Bands winner (2015); opened for I Prevail on the Lifelines Tour (2017). ([villainofthestory.com](https://www.villainofthestory.com/about))
Social media: Instagram @votsbandmn; Facebook /votsbandofficial; YouTube presence; official site links to all platforms. ([morecore.de](https://www.morecore.de/news/villain-of-the-story-droppen-ihren-taufrischen-song-my-own-way/?utm_source=openai))

The records

Villain of the Story Discography

Convergence: Two Minds in One
2025 · Out Of Line Music
Divided
2022 · Out Of Line Music
Bloodshot
2020 · Stay Sick Recordings
Ashes
2018 · Stay Sick Recordings
Wrapped in Vines, Covered in Thorns
2017 · Stay Sick Recordings

The hits

Top Villain of the Story Songs

The First Time
2025 · N/A
The Love You Took Away
2025 · N/A
Broken Promises
2025 · N/A
Face It
2024 · N/A
My Own Way
2024 · N/A
Spiral (feat Left To Suffer)
2024 · N/A
Decade
2023 · N/A
Losing Control
2021 · N/A
Karma
2022 · N/A

Biography

Originating in Minneapolis, Villain of the Story emerged around 2013–2014 when four collaborators combined heavy riffs with melodic hooks. The lineup features Christian Grey, Logan Bartholomew, Cody Pauly, and Page Brownie, who built a following with relentless live performances. Their sound blends metalcore and post-hardcore with rock influences, resulting in songs that hit hard while staying accessible to a broader rock audience.

Over the years, they’ve earned notable achievements and opportunities, including winning the Ernie Ball Battle of the Bands in 2015 and touring as an opener for I Prevail on the Lifelines Tour in 2017. As they entered the 2020s, Villain of the Story continued writing and recording, culminating in a 2025 release that showcases their evolution.

Discography Highlights

Convergence: Two Minds In One (2025, Out Of Line Music) – A defining modern release that pairs heavy guitars with memorable vocal hooks.
Divided (2022, Out Of Line) – Continued growth in heaviness and melody.
Bloodshot (2020, Stay Sick) – Darker tones and aggressive textures.
Ashes (2018, Stay Sick) – A pivotal release shaping their current sound.
Wrapped in Vines, Covered in Thorns (2017, Stay Sick) – Early material highlighting their core style.

For a complete list of releases and streaming options, visit the official artist pages and their Bandcamp/Apple Music profiles.

Upcoming Tour Information

Villain of the Story is actively touring with new material in 2025. Upcoming dates (examples):

Oct 6, 2025 — Preserving Underground, New Kensington, PA
Oct 7, 2025 — Afterlife Live Performance & Recording Studio, Akron, OH
Oct 8, 2025 — Turntable, Indianapolis, IN
Oct 9, 2025 — Lefty’s Live Music, Des Moines, IA
Oct 10, 2025 — Skyway Theatre (Studio B), Minneapolis, MN

Dates are subject to change. Date to be announced for additional markets. For the most up-to-date show listings and to secure your seats, check the artist’s official pages and venue pages.

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