A Wilhelm Scream

A Wilhelm Scream, an American melodic hardcore band from New Bedford, Massachusetts, was formed in 1999 by Trevor Reilly and Jonathan Teves. Initially known as Koen and later Smackin' Isaiah, the group released early works like Give Girls More Beer... (1997) and Gets Eaten Alive! (1998). In 2004, they renamed to A Wilhelm Scream and released their debut album Mute Print on Nitro Records, marking a shift towards more aggressive music. Their follow-up album Ruiner, released in 2005, solidified their reputation as one of the most dynamic and innovative bands in punk rock. Subsequent releases include the EP A Wilhelm Scream (2009) and album Partycrasher (2013). In 2022, the band returned with album Lose Your Delusion, followed by Cheap Heat in 2026.