Tetrarch is an American nu metal band originally from Atlanta, Georgia, and now based in Los Angeles. The group has released three EPs, five singles, and three studio albums: "Freak" (2017), "Unstable" (2021), and "The Ugly Side of Me" (2025). Their most recent single, "Best of Luck," was released in 2025.

Formed during their middle school years by vocalist and guitarist Josh Fore, lead guitarist Diamond Rowe, bassist Ryan Lerner, and drummer Ruben Limas, Tetrarch is known for blending heavy metal power with melodic hooks. Their music reflects a sense of individuality and outsider identity, embracing listeners who identify as misfits or outsiders. The band emphasizes inclusivity and connection through themes of acceptance and perseverance.

Their debut album "Freak" was produced by Dave Otero and the band, combining intense heaviness with accessible melodies. The album’s title track achieved a Top 50 position on the Active Rock charts and received significant airplay on SiriusXM’s Octane and Liquid Metal. The band gained attention from media outlets such as Alternative Press, Loudwire, Revolver, and Guitar World. Diamond Rowe also became the first African American female lead guitarist in heavy metal to be featured in major guitar publications.

Following the release of "Freak," Tetrarch toured extensively, performing at festivals like Epicenter and Exit 111, and sharing stages with bands including Avenged Sevenfold, Korn, Alter Bridge, and DevilDriver. Their second album, "Unstable," also produced by Otero, showcased a more refined sound with a blend of heavy riffs, melodic choruses, and varied dynamics. The single "I’m Not Right" from "Unstable" became their most successful track to date, reaching the Top 30 on the Mediabase Active Rock chart and earning over 1.5 million streams across platforms.

With their signing to Napalm Records and continued critical and commercial growth, Tetrarch has been recognized as one of the rising bands in modern heavy metal. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.