Joey DeMaio
Biography
Joey DeMaio (born March 6, 1954) is an American musician who is the bass player and main songwriter for the heavy metal band Manowar which he founded in 1980. He is also the founder and CEO of Magic Circle Music. Biography He is a childhood friend of Manowar singer Eric Adams. DeMaio played bass in several school bands. In the 1970s, he toured with the musical Godspell (premiere in 1971 in New York City), taking musical lessons with the conductor. He worked as a pyro-tech for Black Sabbath during their "Heaven and Hell" tour. In 2006, shortly after creating the record label Magic Circle Music, DeMaio became a manager of the Italian metal band Rhapsody of Fire. He is also a producer for the band HolyHell.
Known For & Full Filmography8 Titles
Movie - 2007, 2h 15m • as Self
Chronicles the 2005 tour and production for the Rhapsody of Fire albums "Symphony of Enchanted Lands, II" and "Triumph or Agony". Includes recordings from the band's first tour through US and Canada as well as their performance at the Eartshaker Fest 2005.
Movie - 2005, 2h 15m • as Self - Bass
On July 23rd of 2005, Manowar headlined the Earthshaker Fest 2005. This performance was a unique historical event as it included a grand finale featuring Manowar members past and present on stage as one powerful, heavy metal legion, as well as an epic set up with a 200-piece choir and orchestra. The majesty and emotion of this event and the overwhelming reaction of more than 25 000 fans in attendance serves as a fantastic example of the preeminence that Manowar embodies. Accompanying this spectacular concert, the Manowar Mega Fan Convention itself was something to marvel at. Thousands of fans from countries across the globe converged on Geiselwind, Germany for three days of Manowar festivities. After witnessing the devotion and commitment of Manowar's fans, it is obvious why the band attests to having "the greatest fans in the world".
Movie - 2002, 2h 15m • as Self - Bass
Fire and Blood is a double-DVD from American heavy metal band Manowar. The first DVD is a documentary that features part 2 of the series "Hell on Earth". With almost two hours of running time "Hell on Earth Part 2" documents the 1998 "Hell on Stage" European Tour with almost 30 shows. The second DVD, Blood in Brazil is their live performance at the Philips Monsters Of Rock in São Paulo, Brazil on September 26, 1998. This was the first a complete concert performance captured in the band's career.
Movie - 2007, 2h 15m • as Self - Bass
Manowar was the headlining act on their own festival, Magic Circle Festival which took place in Bad Arolsen, Germany on the 6th and 7th of July 2007.
Movie - 2008, 2h 15m • as Self - Bass
Featuring never-before-seen footage of songs from the first six Manowar albums - including some songs that have never been performed or presented on CD or DVD before. This is the first opportunity to get songs like "Blow Your Speakers", "Death Tone", "Pleasure Slave", "Violence and Bloodshed" and "Kingdom Come" on DVD. This DVD also includes the first-ever live performance of Manowar's epic "The Crown and the Ring".
Movie - 2006, 2h 15m • as Self - Bass
Bonus DVD: Video Section: * Fan Convention documentary (short version) – 32 min – Stereo * Band rehearsal of “Heart of Steel” in Czech Republic with full orchestra and choir – 6 min – Stereo camera audio * DVD Trailer for “Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005” – 6 min * Slide show of exclusive Manowar live shots and photos submitted by fans Audio Section – 5.1 mixes of the songs: 01. The Ascension (Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005) (2:49) 02. King of Kings (Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005) (4:21) 03. Odin (Orchestral Immortal version) (3:43) 04. Gods of War (Immortal version) (7:49) 05. The Sons of Odin (Immortal version) (6:23)
Movie - 1998, 2h 15m • as Self - Bass, Keyboards
Manowar Blood in Brazil, performed 26th September 1998, Sao Paulo, Brazil. Metal Daze Blood of my Enemies Kill with Power Sign of the Hammer Gates of Valhalla Sting of the Bumblebee The Gods Made Heavy Metal Metal Warriors Kings of Metal The Power Hail and kill Black wind, Fire and Steel The Crown and the King
Movie - 2000, 2h 15m • as Self - Bass
The first of the Unholy Trinity of Manowar DVD releases. Contains videoclips, live material, historical moments, photo gallery etc. Completely overblown, outrageous and bombastic… what more can you expect from the legendary Manowar?!