Lions at the Gate
Lions at the Gate is an American heavy metal band consisting of former Ill Niño members Diego Verduzco, Cristian Machado, and Ahrue Luster, as well as Josh Cuadra. Their debut studio album, The Excuses We Cannot Make, was released on August 25, 2023
History
Lions at the Gate was formed in 2021 by vocalist Cristian Machado, guitarists Ahrue Luster and Diego Verduzco. All three members left Ill Niño in 2019. They later recruited Westfield Massacre bassist Stephen Brewer and drummer Fern Lemus. Their first single, "Not Even Human", was released on June 4, 2021.Band members
Current- Cristian Machado – vocals
- Diego Verduzco – rhythm guitar
- Ahrue Luster – lead guitar
- Josh Cuadra – drums, percussion
- Fern Lemus – drums, percussion
- Stephen Brewer – bass
Discography
Albums The Excuses We Cannot MakeSingles
| Title | Year | Album |
| "Not Even Human" | 2021 | The Excuses We Cannot Make |
| "Scapegoat" | 2021 | The Excuses We Cannot Make |
| "Bed of Nails" | 2022 | The Excuses We Cannot Make |
| "Find My Way" | 2022 | The Excuses We Cannot Make |
| "The Ledge" | 2023 | The Excuses We Cannot Make |
| "Drain" | 2023 | The Excuses We Cannot Make |
| "Silhouettes of Me" | 2024 | |
| "Burn the Candle" | 2025 |