Dead Child, formed in 2005 in Louisville, Kentucky, was an American independent rock and alternative metal band consisting of former members of the American independent music scene. The lineup included David Pajo, Todd Cook, Michael McMahan, Tony Bailey, and Dahm, who had previously played with groups including Slint, Shipping News, and Phantom Family Halo. The band played its first concert at Lisa's Oak Street Lounge on August 19, 2006. The group debuted with the EP Dead Child, released on February 6, 2007 through Cold Sweat Records, which featured the song “Never Bet the Devil Your Head” that also appeared in the DVD series Burn to Shine. Their debut studio album, Attack, was released on April 8, 2008 through Quarterstick Records and was produced by Brad Wood. The music video for the song “Sweet Chariot” was broadcast on the MTV2 show Headbangers Ball in the summer of 2008. The band ceased activity in 2008.
