2014 release. Witch Mountain are probably Portland, Oregon's oldest currently active Metal band; they date back to 1997, formed by guitarist Rob Wrong and drummer Nathan Carson, at a time when Portland's heavy music scene was practically non-existent. After a lengthy hiatus, Witch Mountain regrouped with a new vocalist (Uta Plotkin, taking over vocal duties from Wrong) and self-released their comeback album in 2010's SOUTH OF SALEM to critical acclaim. Plotkin was recognized as one of the most powerful female vocalists in heavy music, and her place was further solidified in 2012 with the release of CAULDRON OF THE WILD to even more widespread acclaim and endless touring.