Pro-Pain

The Profile

Pro-Pain is a New York-based crossover/hardcore/thrash band formed by singer/bassist Gary Meskil in 1992. Known for blending 80s hardcore and thrash metal influences, the band has maintained a consistent, politically aware stance across multiple albums.

Founded by Gary Meskil (ex-CRUMBSUCKER) in 1992. Noted for combining 80s hardcore and thrash metal and for political themes opposing aspects of American policy. Core contributors mentioned in reviews include Tom Klimchuck (guitar, original member), Eric Klinger (guitar) and drummer JC Dwyer. The album Age Of Tyranny - The Tenth Crusade is presented as a concept album equating ancient crusades to modern US military actions.

Tenth studio album frames Pro-Pain as a consistent New York crossover/hardcore/thrash band led by Gary Meskil. The record is presented as a concept equating historical crusades with modern US military actions. Review highlights the band's genre-mixing career and recommends the album as a solid introduction.