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DARK SECRET is composed with a bay area stench and Cleveland metal punch.  
In 2017 guitarist - Mark Shea and bassist - Al Wojtonek collided at a local metal venue in Cleveland, Ohio and have become inseparable. With the addition of drummer - Lou Barkley, guitarist - Brian Steele, and vocalist - Jeff Emilio this lineup played their first concert February of 2020 and hasn't looked back. While playing venues in the Cleveland/Akron area the band has gained traction fast while winning crowds over and adding fans. 
In the summer of 2021 Dark Secret were named "Ohio's Most Metal Band" in a battle of bands judged by none other than That Metal Show's Don Jamieson. 
The band’s captivating, high-energy performances transport audiences back in time with musicianship, creativity and tradition.

Dark Secret has recently completed their self-titled release which is currently available on hard copy at all live performances, various media outlets, and on all streaming networks. 

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Jeff

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Mark

Brian

JEFF  EMILIO - Vocals

MARK SHEA - Guitars, Vocals

BRIAN STEELE - Guitars, Vocals

AL WOJTONEK - Bass, Vocals

LOU BARKLEY - Drums, Percussion

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Cap'n Lou

Al

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