History of Storm the Sky in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 15, 2026

Storm the Sky was an Australian rock band from Melbourne, active from 2010 to 2018. Over their career, they evolved from a post-hardcore and metalcore foundation toward a more experimental alternative rock and pop-infused sound. They gained significant recognition through their debut studio album, Permanence, which showcased a blend of aggressive instrumentation and melodic hooks. As the band progressed, particularly with their final album, Sin Will Find You, they leaned into atmospheric production and emotive songwriting. Despite their relatively short tenure, they made a notable impact on the Australian alternative music scene, consistently pushing genre boundaries and cultivating a dedicated fanbase before announcing their disbandment in 2018 to allow the members to pursue different creative paths.

2011: Formation of Storm the Sky

In 2011, the band Storm the Sky was officially formed in Melbourne, Australia, featuring a lineup of vocalists Daniel Breen and William Jarratt, guitarists Andy Szetho and Billy Green, bassist Kristian Evangelistis, and drummer Alex Trail.

2012: Release of self-titled MCD

In 2012, Storm the Sky released their self-titled MCD, marking a significant early milestone in the band's history.

November 2014: Signing to UNFD

During November 2014, Storm the Sky officially signed a recording contract with the label UNFD and announced plans to release their debut studio album early the following year.

February 2015: Supporting Chiodos on Australian Tour

Throughout January and February 2015, Storm the Sky served as a supporting act for the American rock band Chiodos during their tour across Australia.

2015: Release of debut album Permanence

In 2015, the band released their debut album titled Permanence, which featured a guest appearance by Matty Mullins and successfully charted at number 45 on the Australian Albums charts.

2016: Touring and Promotion

During 2016, Storm the Sky participated in the Australian leg of Pierce the Veil's 'Misadventures' world tour and also embarked on their own headlining tour to promote their new music.

2016: Vocalist Daniel Breen Departs and Band Shifts Musical Direction

In early 2016, vocalist Daniel Breen departed from Storm the Sky, prompting the band to pivot away from their established metalcore and post-hardcore sound toward a new musical direction.

January 2017: Alex Trail Announces Departure from Storm the Sky

On 10 January 2017, the band Storm the Sky shared a video update on their Facebook page confirming that their drummer, Alex Trail, would be departing from the group. It was further announced that his final live performance with the band would take place during their set at the UNIFY Gathering 2017 festival.

November 2018: Storm the Sky Announces Disbandment

In November 2018, the band Storm the Sky officially announced their decision to disband following a final Australian tour scheduled for 2019, noting that members wished to pursue individual creative interests.

2019: Final Tour and Member Projects

Throughout 2019, the band performed their final Australian tour with the 'Permanence-era' lineup before officially separating to focus on new projects, including William Jarratt's solo project Saint Rien, Andy Szetho's project Soft Powder, and Daniel Breen's project Steadfast.

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5 August 2016: Release of Sin Will Find You

On 5 August 2016, Storm the Sky released their follow-up record titled 'Sin Will Find You,' which achieved a peak position of number 30 on the Australian Albums charts.