Blackguard
Blackguard is a Canadian melodic death metal ensemble formed in 2001 in
Montreal. Originally named Profugus Mortis, the group was established by Terry
Deschenes and Justine Ethier. Paul Zinay joined as the vocalist in 2004. The
ensemble released its debut studio recording, So It Begins, in 2007 through
Prodisk. In 2008, the group signed with Nuclear Blast after receiving
recognition in the label's MySpace Band Contest. The band released its eponymous
major-label debut, Profugus Mortis, in 2009. The ensemble transitioned to
Victory Records in 2010 and released the album Firefight ...
