Jason Richardson (musician)

Jason Richardson (born July 30, 1991) is an American guitarist. He is best known for his work as a guitarist in both Born of Osiris and Chelsea Grin. His playing style is extremely fast and technical. He currently works as both a solo artist and as an official member of All That Remains. He is also a sponsored artist of Ernie Ball Music Man.[1]

Jason Richardson
Richardson performing with Chelsea Grin in 2013
Background information
Born (1991-07-30) July 30, 1991
Manassas, Virginia, United States
GenresDeathcore, metalcore, progressive metal, djent
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsGuitar, Bass, Drums, Piano
Associated actsAll Shall Perish, Born of Osiris, Chelsea Grin, All That Remains, Luke Holland, Polyphia, Suffokate, Veil of Maya
Websitejasonrichardsonmusic.com

On February 5, 2009, age 17, Richardson replaced Chris Storey of All Shall Perish as a touring member. In early 2010, Richardson left All Shall Perish and was asked to join Born of Osiris as a full-time guitarist.

In late 2011, Richardson parted ways with Born of Osiris. Then, in early 2012, he joined Chelsea Grin.

On September 21, 2015, Richardson chose to leave Chelsea Grin and form his own solo band.

In 2016, Richardson released his debut solo album entitled I.[2] produced by Taylor Larson. The album featured ex- The Word Alive drummer Luke Holland as a member. Along with Holland, the album had many guest appearances from the likes of Periphery's Mark Holcomb & Spencer Sotelo, Vocalist Lukas Magyar of Veil of Maya, and Jeff Loomis.[2]

In 2017, he embarked on his first tour as a solo act with instrumental, progressive metal band Polyphia and math rock band Covet.[3]

On November 9, 2018, it was reported that Richardson would replace the deceased Oli Herbert as live member for All That Remains Europe tour scheduled with Sevendust in December[4]. Richardson has claimed he’s been a fan of All That Remains since he was in high school. As of February 5, 2019, he is a full-time member of the group.

Discography

Born of Osiris (2009–2011)

Chelsea Grin (2012–2015)

Jason Richardson

  • Thought - Single (2013)
  • I (2016)
  • Tendinitis - Single (2018)

Featured Artist

  • Suffokate - "Vanishing" (feat. Jason Richardson) (2011)
  • Polyphia - "Aviator" (feat. Jason Richardson) (2015)
  • Purge of Lilith - "Warrior" (feat. Jason Richardson) (2015)
  • Veil of Maya - "Teleute" (feat. Jason Richardson) (2015)
  • Polyphia - "Nasty" (feat. Jason Richardson) (2018)
  • Within Destruction - "Sakura" (feat. Jason Richardson) (2020)

As live member

References
  1. "Artists". Ernie Ball Music Man. Retrieved March 24, 2017.
  2. "I by Jason Richardson on Apple Music". iTunes. Retrieved March 24, 2017.
  3. "Polyphia, Jason Richardson & Covet Tour Announced". Theprp.com. November 30, 2016. Retrieved March 24, 2017.
  4. "ALL THAT REMAINS Recruits Guitarist JASON RICHARDSON, Plans To Honor OLI HERBERT On Upcoming Tour". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. November 9, 2018. Retrieved November 12, 2018.


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