Prong
Est. 1986, lower east side NYC. Country of origin: United States Location: New York, New York Status: Active Formed in: 1986 Genre: Crossover/Thrash Metal (early/later); Groove/Industrial Metal (mid) Themes: Life, Hardships, Struggles, Depression, Social issues, Freedom Current label: Steamhammer Years active: 1986-1997, 2002-present Prong combines New York hardcore and thrash influences with industrial overtones and also a bit of groove in the Pantera style. Tommy Victor got his start with Prong while being a soundcheck man at the world-famous punk venue CBGB's in New York City. He met some people there who were interested in creating a hardcore/crossover band and thus was born Prong. Tommy Victor is the only original member left in Prong. When Prong was put on ice in 1997, Tommy went on to collaborate with the likes of Rob Zombie and Danzig. Tommy decided to part ways with Danzig to concentrate on Prong, his first priority band, however, he has returned to Danzig as of 2010. Troy also auditioned for bass in Metallica following Cliff's death. He was among the few who were considered for the role. Tommy Victor joined the industrial metallers Ministry in 2006, handling guitar duties.
