List of Maryland music groups

This is a list of Maryland music groups, consisting of groups of Marylanders who are musically notable, musically notable groups of people with a connection to Maryland, and other groups who are notable within the music of Maryland. Groups listed may be relevant to the state of Maryland, the Province of Maryland or the area now known as Maryland before it was either a state or colony.

Name Notes Reference ImageAgainst NatureBaltimore-based doom metal band, consisting of John Brenner, Bert Hall and Steve BranaganAlcian BlueTakoma Park based shoegaze/electro new wave band consisting of Sam Chintha, Jacob Reid, Kim Reid, Clark Stacy, and Matt Welsh.All Time LowTowson-based pop punk band, consisting of Alex Gaskarth, Jack Barakat, Zack Merrick and Rian DawsonAnimal CollectiveNeo-psychedelia group originally from BaltimoreAnnapolis Symphony OrchestraAnnapolis-based symphonyArion BandCommunity band based in Frostburg, established in 1877Bad Seed RisingHard rock band based in Frederick, established in 2012The Bakerton GroupSide project of Germantown-based stoner rock band ClutchBallyhoo!An Aberdeen, Maryland based punk/pop/reggae bandBaltimore Chamber OrchestraChamber orchestra, based in Baltimore, led by Music Director Markand Thakar.Baltimore Colored Symphony OrchestraAfrican American orchestra, founded by Charles L. Harris, from 1929 to 1939Baltimore Opera CompanyBaltimore-based opera companyBaltimore Symphony OrchestraBaltimore-based symphonyBaltimore's Marching RavensThe official marching band of the Baltimore Ravens American football team. They were founded as the Baltimore Colts' Marching Band on September 7, 1947 and have continuously operated ever since, supporting three separate football franchises.Beach HouseIndie rock duo from Baltimore, consisting of Alex Scally and Victoria Legrand The BlentonesAfrican American vocal group from BaltimoreBraddock HeightsBlues Rock band from Frederick Maryland formed by Aidan and Zach Brown and their group of friends Nick Young, Aidan Twentey, Alex Harris, and Olivia ErreraThe BraxtonsR&B group from Severn, consisting of Toni Braxton and her sistersBreathing WalkerEmo band based in Annapolis, consisting originally of Jonathan Vance and Mark Laurence of Moss Icon, with Alex Badertscher, Zak Fusciello and Tim Horner, later adding Monica DiGalleonardo and Tonie Joy, both of Moss IconBrothers Osborne Country music duo from Deale, Maryland.The BuddiesAfrican American vocal group from Baltimore, with Savoy Records, consisting of Leon "Larry" Harrison, who formed the group after the dissolution of The Four Buddies, with Roger Wainwright, Luther Dixon and Danny FergusonThe CardinalsAfrican American vocal group from Baltimore, with Atlantic RecordsCelebrationBaltimore-based rock band, consisting of Katrina Ford, Sean Antanaitis and David BerganderCentral Maryland ChoraleVocal classical group, based in Laurel, and having evolved from the Laurel Oratorio SocietyChannelsBaltimore-based rock band, consisting of J. Robbins, Darren Zentek and Janet MorganClutchGermantown-based metal bandColumbia Concert BandPerformance group based in ColumbiaColumbia Jazz BandPerformance group based in ColumbiaCreditoIndie/folk band based in BaltimoreDan DeaconBaltimore-based composer and electronic musicianDog Fashion DiscoRockville-based experimental bandDouble DaggerBaltimore-based rock band, consisting of Nolen Strals, Brian Dubin, Denny Bowen and Bruce WillenDying FetusAnnapolis-based death metal band, currently consisting of John Gallagher, Sean Beasley and Trey WilliamsEarthrideMaryland-based doom metal band, consisting of Dave Sherman, Kyle Van Steinberg, Rob Hampshire and Eric LittleEnd ItBaltimore-based hardcore punk band formed in 2017 known for energetic performancesElectric BrigadeRock band with the United States Naval Academy BandFangBaltimore-based hardcore punk bandBlush, pg. 250The Four BuddiesAfrican American vocal group from Baltimore, with Savoy Records, consisting of Leon "Larry" Harrison, William "Tommy" Carter, Vernon "Bert" Palmer and John "Gregory" Carroll, with the latter two replaced shortly before breaking up in 1953, by Alvin Bowen and Maurice Hicks.Future IslandsIndie synthpop band from Baltimore signed to 4ADGood CharlottePop punk band originally from Waldorf, consisting of Joel and Benji Madden, Billy Martin, Paul Thomas and Dean ButterworthThe Greenberry WoodsPower pop band from the 1990s, consisting of Matt and Brandt Huseman, Ira Katz and Miles RosenHalf JapanesePunk band from Uniontown, consisting of Jad and David Fair, Mark Jickling and Ricky and John DreyfussBlush, pg. 249Handel Choir of BaltimoreBaltimore-based oratorio society that specializes in baroque, classical and early romantic musicHarmony Express Men's Chorus4-part a cappella men's chorus based in Germantown, Maryland.Have MercyAn American rock band from Baltimore, Maryland currently signed to Hopeless Records.The Hidden HandPotomac-based doom metal band, led by Scott Weinrich with Matt Moulis and Bruce FalkinburgInternal VoidMaryland-based doom metal band, consisting of J. D. Williams, Kelly Carmichael, Adam Heinzmann, and Mike SmailIronChristCrossover speed metal/punk band, based in Annapolis, MD. Consisting of Ned Westrick, Tristan Lentz, Scott Truede and Mike Bullock.Iron ManDoom metal band, based in Maryland, led by Alfred Morris IIIJarflysSide-project for Jimmie's Chicken Shack frontman Jimi HahaJimmie's Chicken ShackAnnapolis-based alternative rock bandJohn Ridgely JazzersFirst band to call its music jazz in Baltimore, led by John Ridgely, and also known as Ridgely 400 Society Jazz Band, with Lewis Flagg, John Tinner, Carlos Dowsy, Rivers Chambers and Alfred HughesKixHagerstown-based metal band that had a gold single with "Don't Close Your Eyes" in 1988, consisting of Ronnie Younkins, Brian Forsythe, Donnie Purnell and Donnie Spence, and later Steve Whiteman and Jimmy ChalfantHale, pg. 183Lake Troutrock, ambient, jazz.Laurel Oratorio SocietyClassical group, founded in 1969, eventually became the Central Maryland Chorale.LungfishBaltimore-area punk band, consisting of Daniel Higgs, Asa Osborne, Sean Meadows, Mitchell Feldstein, John Chriest and Nathan BellMaryland Classic Youth OrchestrasOrganization that runs a harp ensemble, several chamber ensembles, two string orchestras and three full orchestras, constituting a total of five groups: the Chamber Strings (a string orchestra containing kids grade 4 through 6, founded in 1995), the Young Artists (a full orchestra containing kids grade 6 through 8), the Symphony (a full orchestra containing kids grade 7 through 9), the Philharmonic orchestra (a full orchestra containing kids grade 10 through 12), and the Sinfonia (Grades 10-12).Maryland State BoychoirOne of the first boys' choir in Maryland, it is based in Baltimore. Founded in 1987 by Frank Cimino, and designated "Maryland's Official Goodwill Ambassadors" by Maryland Governor William Donald Schaefer, the choir is composed of approximately 150 choristers, ages 7 to 20, who come from a wide range of ethnic, socioeconomic, and religious backgrounds. They perform locally, nationally, and internationally.The MarylandersAfrican American doo wop groupMisery IndexBaltimore-area deathgrind band, consisting of Jason Netherton, Sparky Voyles, Mark Kloeppel and Adam JarvisMoss IconEarly emo band from Annapolis, consisting of Tonie Joy, Jonathan Vance, Monica DiGialleonardo, Mark Laurence, later including Alex BadertscherThe ObsessedPotomac-based doom metal band, led by Scott Weinrich with Scott Reeder, Guy Pinhas, Greg Rogers, Mark Laue, Ed Gulli and Dale Crover...Of a Revolution (O.A.R.)Jam band from Rockville, consisting of Marc Roberge, Chris Culos, Richard On, Benj Gershman, Jerry DePizzo, and Mikel ParisThe OriolesPioneering Baltimore-based doo wop group, consisting of Sonny Til (lead tenor), Alexander sharp (high tenor), George Nelson (baritone), Tommy Gaither (guitar) and Johnny Reed (double bass and bass vocals), originally known as The VibranairesThe Peppermint RainbowBaltimore-based psychedelic bandPeripheryProgressive metal band from Bethesda, consisting of Misha "Bulb" Mansoor, Matt Halpern, Jake Bowen, Mark Holcomb, Adam "Nolly" Getgood, and Spencer Sotelo.Pinkshift3 Piece Pop-Punk band from Baltimore, MarylandThe PlantsAfrican American doo wop group, with J&S Records, from the mid-20th century, consisting of James Lawson (musician) (baritone), Thuman Thrower (bass), Steve McDowell (first tenor) and George Jackson (musician) (lead)Polkadot CadaverRockville-based experimental band, consisting of Todd Smith, Jasan Stepp and John EnsmingerPride of Baltimore ChorusBaltimore-based award-winning Sweet Adelines International Barbershop chorus.Reptile HouseBaltimore-based early emo band, consisting of Daniel Higgs and London MayRevelationMaryland-based doom metal band, consisting of John Brenner, Bert Hall, Josh Hart, Andy Kremer, Mike Theiss, and Steve BranaganHale, pg. 282Rivers Chambers OrchestraJazz band led by Rivers ChambersRohrersville Cornet BandRohrersville-based cornet band that claims to be the oldest community music organization in theRoyal Men of RhythmTracy McCleary's band at The Royal in Baltimore[Scary Bare] Baltimore based punk bandThe SkunksSka band from HyattsvilleSnail MailIndie rock solo project of Lindsey Jordan, raised in Ellicott City areaThe SonnetsAfrican American vocal group from BaltimoreSusquehanna Symphony OrchestraSymphony based in Harford County, founded in 1978Symphony Number OneBaltimore-based chamber orchestra devoted to works by emerging composersThe SwallowsAfrican American doo wop group from Baltimore, consisting of Eddie Rich, Frederick Johnson, Herman "Junior" Denby, Norris "Bunky" Mack, and Earl Hurley in its most well-known incarnationTidal WaveRock band with the United States Naval Academy BandThe Track RecordAnnapolis-area pop punk band, consisting of Michael Strackbein, Rob Elson, Hasani Martin and Rob VitiTrapped Under IceBaltimore-based Hardcore punk band, consisting of Justice Tripp, Sam Trapkin, Brad Hyra, Jared Carman, and Brendan Yates.TurnstileBaltimore-based Hardcore punk band and Trapped Under Ice side project consisting of Brendan Yates, Babydick Franz, Daniel Fang, Brady Ebert, and Sean CullenUnited States Naval Academy BandBand based at the United States Naval Academy in AnnapolisUnorthodoxMaryland-based doom metal band, consisting of Dale Flood, Gary Isom and Mark AmmenVoidPunk band from Columbia, consisting of John Weiffenbach, Bubba Dupree, Chris Stover, and Sean FinneganVigilAlternative rock band from Baltimore, consisting of Jo Connor, Andy R, X Factor, and Gregg Maizel. Appeared on the A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master soundtrackViseral Disgorge. Death Metal. BaltimoreWar On WomenCo-ed, feminist hardcore punk band from BaltimoreThe WhatnautsAmerican vocal soul group from Baltimore, Maryland founded in 1969WretchedMaryland-based doom metal band, consisting of Dave Sherman, Jeff Parsons, Dale Flood, John Koutsioukis, Cougin, Gus Baslika and Mike PhillipsWye OakBaltimore indie folk / folk-rock duo named in honor of the former state tree of MarylandYukonBaltimore-based rock band, consisting of Sam Garrett, Nick Podgurski and Brad Smith

See also Music of Annapolis

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