Karma Hitlist

Primer 55 is an American nu metal band formed in Memphis, Tennessee in 1997. The name originated from the combination of Primer, meaning "something that's unfinished", and 55, which refers to Interstate 55, "the road that drugs run on to get to Chicago through Memphis". To date, Primer 55 has released two studio albums: Introduction to Mayhem and New Release. After disbanding for the first time in 2003 and reuniting from 2007 to 2015, the band announced another reunion in June 2025. Karma Hitlist vocalist Ty Elam’s musical pedigree runs deep; he previously fronted Videodrone, a band signed to Korn’s Elementree Records alongside Orgy and Deadsy. Videodrone evolved from Cradle of Thorns, previously signed to Triple X Records. Additionally, Ty lent his talents to Sex Art’s sole release, alongside Jonathan Davis of Korn, Ryan Shuck of Orgy/Julien-K, and Dave Deroo of Adema. Hailing from Bakersfield California, Elam along with Mike Montano on Bass, Ryan Vaughan on Guitar, and Maddix Wilson on drums, deliver a poignant mix of raw energy and are positioning Karma Hitlist to be a burgeoning force on the rock scene. Echo Spine is a rising Los Angeles-based nu-metal band known for their high-energy live shows and a sound that blends melodic textures with dynamic, aggressive riffs. Their music combines atmospheric and heavy elements, creating an emotional style rooted in original songwriting and supported by creative, edgy harmonics.