Origin San Jose, California, U.S. Genres Heavy metal Years active 1980–1986, 2002, 2011–present Labels Metal Blade, Drakkar Warlord is an American heavy metal band, formed in 1980 and based in Los Angeles, California. Since its formation the band was led by guitarist William J Tsamis and drummer Mark Zonder. Line-up: Mark Zonder – Drums Philip Bynoe – Bass Eric Juris – Guitars Jimmy Waldo – Keyboards Giles Lavery – Vocals