A hard-hitting noise metal outfit based out of Sacramento, California, Will Haven formed in 1995 after the dissolution of popular area hardcore unit Sock. Taking their moniker from a self-created, fictional character, the band was founded by Grady Avenell (vocals) and Jeff Irwin (guitar) -- both of the late Sock -- Mike Martin (bass), and Wayne Morse (drums). By 1996, the group had become a fixture on the live circuit, sharing stages with the Beastie Boys and releasing an eponymous EP via Landscape Records. They inked a deal with Revelation Records in 1997 and issued their ful...