History
Protest the Hero
Protest the Hero is a progressive metal band hailing from Whitby, Ontario, Canada. Initially formed under the name Happy Go Lucky, the group adopted the moniker Protest the Hero shortly before issuing their debut EP, Search for the Truth, in 2002.
Early Releases and Independent Success
The band's first full-length album, Kezia, was released in 2005 through the independent label Underground Operations. This release garnered significant attention, leading to a deal with Vagrant Records for the album's American distribution on April 4, 2006.
Major Label Expansion and Subsequent Albums
Protest the Hero's second album, Fortress, arrived on January 29, 2008. It was released by Underground Operations in Canada and distributed worldwide by Vagrant Records. Their third studio album, Scurrilous, followed on March 22, 2011. The band continued their independent path with their latest album, Volition, released on October 29, 2013.
