NOTE: "Beloved (US)", a now-disbanded hardcore group, is frequently referred to as "Beloved" in the United States, despite no link with the preceding (and still existing) British band named Beloved. Scroll down for the U.S. band's biography. This bio is for Beloved (US). Beloved (US) was an alternative rock / melodic hardcore band from Winston-Salem, North Carolina. They were well-known for their unique three-guitar style, as well as the dueling vocals of singer/guitarist Josh Moore and screamer/drummer Joe Musten. Beloved recorded and released their debut EP, The Running (on the now defunct Vindicated Records), when they were only in their teens (Josh was only 16 at the time of recording). They caught the attention of Solid State Records and shifted their sound towards melodic hardcore while retaining strong rock influences. In 2003 they released their debut full-length, Failure On. In 2004, drummer Joe Musten got married, and determined that it would not be possible to continue to tour with the band. They discussed replacements, but ultimately determined that the band's sound was largely defined by Joe and they could not continue under the name of Beloved. On January 14th, 2005, in their hometown, they played their final show, along with Classic Case, Underoath, Glass Casket, and a surprise appearance by Norma Jean. Guitarist Dusty currently play
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