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Battle of the Bands
Round 1 March 25
Line up:
Deciphering the Pale, Hangman's Daughter, Stone Blind, April, Breaking Still, Hatevil, Welland Wasted
Round 2 May 27
Lineup:
CITRUS ALL-STARS, Crooked Control, The Masquerade, S.I.N. , Chaos Above Glory, Slightly Intoxicated
Round 3 June 24
Battle bands:
Advocates of none
Stone Blind
Hatevil
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Supporting Finalists Lineup
SIN
Breaking Still
Chaos above Glory
Crooked Control
Finals: July 29
Finalist:
Hatevil, Crooked Control APRIL Stone Blind Stuck in Neutral Breaking Still Chaos Above Glory
battle of the bands Rd1
Deciphering the Pale
Deciphering the Pale
Gord Westwater -Lead Guitar
Shane Pale -- Vocals
Lukas McCabe –Drums
John Marouf -- Bass Guitar
Musical Influences -- Sepultura, Machine Head, Cradle of Filth, Korn, Kreator, Limp Bizkit, Dimmu Borgir
Links:
Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/DecipheringThePale
Youtube -- https://www.youtube.com/user/DecipheringThePale
Reverbnation -- https://www.reverbnation.com/decipheringthepale
Bandcamp -- https://decipheringthepale.bandcamp.com/releases
Deciphering The Pale are from Port Colborne, Ontario. The band was created with the intent of bringing metal to the masses that is without borders or classification in just one genre. Deciphering The Pale, center their music around a heavy crunch sound with groove laden riffs destined to get the audience moving either via audio or seeing them live. Their metal sound will prove over time to be not only captivating but also a force to be reckoned with in the musical world. Behold the wonder that is Deciphering The Pale!
Stone Blind
Stone Blind
Michaela Evans-Lead Vocals
Eric Bauer-Guitar/Backing Vocals Anthony Arcuri-Bass
Zac Vanderberg-Drums
Musical influences: Guns n' Roses, Led Zeppelin, Rammstein, Smashing Pumpkins, Judas Priest, Black Sabbath
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/stoneblindrockband
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stoneblindtherockband/
Reverbnation: https://www.reverbnation.com/stoneblind3...
Combining elements of classic and modern music coming out of Niagara Falls, Stone Blind brings electrifying originals and respectful renditions of classics to every gig. Primarily influenced by the likes of Guns n Roses, the Pretty Reckless, Smashing Pumpkins, and Rammstein, Stone Blind have coined the term "blues metal" to describe their music.
APRIL
April
PJ Reynolds - Drums/Vocals
Evan Bowker - Vocals
Stacy Stray - Guitar/Vocals
Eric Meloche - Bass/Vocals
April www.instagram.com/aprilmusic.xo Reverbnation.com/aprilmusicxo https://youtu.be/EKp4UqHftD4
Born from a city with a known history of gritty, honest rock/punk music, Hamilton’s APRIL are recreating the artwork to perfection, unleashing a new brand of audio assault to an ever-growing fan base. Originally the brainchild of (bassist) Eric Meloche, who had a clear vision of what he wanted to achieve and how to go about it. Job one was writing the music, which flowed from Meloche like lava. He first recruited like-minded, long-time friend and drummer PJ Reynolds, the two having previously found their rhythmic groove on a prior project, and through countless Hamilton stages. Reynolds skill and aggression behind the kit was a perfect fit for setting the heavy foundation. Read more about the becoming of April on their Reverbnation link.
Breaking Still
Breaking Still
Justin Deschamps- Vocalist
Nic Nello- Bassist
Rob Lock- guitar
Cat Jones- guitar
Chris Boboros- drums
Musical Influences- 3DG/ Saint Asonia, Finger 11, Tool, Led Zeppelin, Judas priest
www.breakingstill.com https://www.facebook.com/breakingstillmusic https://www.instagram.com/breakingstillofficial/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@breakingstillofficial https://twitter.com/breaking_still
Delivering power and nuance in equal measure, Welland, Ontario’s Breaking Still offers a fresh hard rock sound, with a turn-of-the-century alternative sensibility. After having spent a small handful of years playing local shows and events, including the Niagara Music Awards in 2019, the quintet fronted by founder and vocalist Jus-tin Deschamps, have solidified their lineup and a strong local following. Unified by a love of eclectic influences spanning generations, and a firm belief in music as a vessel for positive change, the group’s lineup is filled out by bassist, Nic Nello, gui-tarists, Rob Lock & Cat Jones, and drummer, Chris Boboros. A tight live band with as much an emphasis on ear-catching melodies as there is energy and drive, the five-piece offers a strong variety of original tunes in their set, a handful of which have been recorded for their debut studio effort, including the musically and emotionally churning lead single “No Place”. Breaking Still’s music has been described as pervasive, as the subjects of mental health and addiction, handled with surprisingly potent and engaging delicacy through Deschamps’ lyrics, can be felt to one's core. The frontman notes the importance to both himself personally, as well as at large, to continue shedding light on these often hidden topics, and again, inspire positivity, through the expression of perseverance. The band strives to exemplify their message outside of music, having participated in multiple charitable efforts throughout their community. Altogether, Breaking Still is a modern hard rock powerhouse with an engaging live show, honest and clever lyricism, and a wonderfully healthy helping of hooks, riffs, melodies, and moshable moments woven throughout their repertoire.
Hatevil
Hatevil Greg King-Lead and rhythm guitars Shannon Baines- Lead and background vocals, Rhythm guitar Tom Milmine- bass, Lead and background vocals George Klimek- drums Musical influences- Metallica, slayer, Big 4 metal bands, classical music, classic rock Hatevil is a Four-piece Heavy Metal Band from Hamilton, ON. https://www.facebook.com/groups/4778273471/?ref=share https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UV34As4He7E
Welland Wasted
Welland Wasted
Welland Wasted
Welland Wasted https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063473440102 https://open.spotify.com/artist/7lwxOlK789OjrWbpD88wE9...
Welland Wasted is a powerhouse , powder keg, of complete and total musical destruction. Even if you like us you can easily find a way to hate us. we are that dynamic. Welland Wasted is not for the faint of heart or easily triggered type, but more for the seasoned , grizzled street fighter type. A band that delivers punch in the head music for punch in the head people. Not just punch in the head, a full beat down from ten prison inmates over some jailhouse mashed potatoes. W.W. will not sugar coat back down or roll over for mainstream. If you are a big record label you can fuk off, unless you have deep pockets and big dollars. we are ghetto rich, wasted and famous already. Welland Wasted “ most of today's music is to pretty, and cute, with cookie cutter shit” We play with the hardest, starving, blood thirsty killers in the music scene. We don’t make music for fortune and fame , we make music to fight too. We are so encrusted with awards, we win awards for winning the most awards. a band so against commercialism that we signed a sponsorship deal with Nike and Starbucks instead of Reebok and Tim Hortons. “our private jet runs on premium jet fuel, tears of our loved ones and prayers. Our influences are anything and everything. But first and foremost drugs and alcohol. We have a following of hardcore dedicated fans who pay thousands of dollars to come see us play. We have excellent critiques from the greatest of critics, and still we don’t give a shit. live fast and die!.
Battle of the Bands Rd2
CITRUS ALL-STARS
Citrus all-stars
Guitar/Vocals: Demetrius Patsiatzis
Bass: Ryan Hodgins
Drums: Kyle Bindner
Born in the heart of a pandemic, CITRUS ALL-STARS is looking to rise and take Niagara by storm.
The ALL-STARS have developed their own style that combine the crass rawness of skate punk, and melodic softness of pop punk. So, it’s guaranteed to get you pumped up.
Their zest for a good time is what makes CITRUS ALL-STARS the perfect garnish of the drink of life.
Crooked Control
Founded in Port Colborne, Crooked Control is a group of talented maniacs with a unique alternative sound. On rhythm guitar is Brandon Peets, who founded the band Flat Rate in 2015 which would evolve into what Crooked Control is today. Perry Weaver began playing bass in High School with several bands before joining with Brandon as a founding member. Patrick Delano Kruger picked up his talent for the drums quickly after watching his brother, and joined full time after starting as stand in. Derek Gibbs, a multi-talented musician, also a member of the metal band Goreworm, started playing piano at age 7 and found his passion for guitar at 14. Crooked Control's newest member, and lead vocalist Aaron Ryckman comes from a family of musicians and began his dedication to vocals at a young age. #crookedcontrol
The Masquerade
We are The Masquerade, an alternative rock duo from Grimsby, Ontario. Matty is on Lead Vocals and Guitar and Ethan is on Drums and occasionally Vocals. We have written an album’s worth of original music and are actively participating in the rock/punk scene in Hamilton and Niagara. Our plans are to play bigger and better shows, put out our debut album to be entitled An Hour Alone, and push for a new generation of punk music for the 2020’s. You can reach us best on Instagram @themasqueradevii and we’re on Facebook and YouTube at https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCbjMmj0ciuQtFvb9jsOuvvw.
S.I.N.
SIN (Stuck In Neutral)
Founded in 2021/2022 by D.j Everett(Bassist/Vocalist).
Joined by Andrew Koeber(Rhythm Guitarist/Vocalist) of Damos, Jordan Smith(Lead Guitarist/Vocalist) of Against All Odds, Cameron Willms(Drummer) and
Mic Swords(Lead Vocalist) of Riders of Apocalypse.
We are the visionary for the overall sound and feel of metal.
Our passion is to play and reach out to the world with our art.
Our music is 100% original and written as a group. Our high energy performance is guaranteed to rock your socks off!
Set abit odd ball to the rest, SIN(Stuck In Neutral) is always ready and willing to support their local communities and music scene through anything.
We are SIN.
Chaos Above Glory
Chaos Above Glory is a Hard Rock band hailing from Ontario’s Niagara Region.
This band has managed to make a mark with a distinctive sound. The band’s music is a blend of various influences, channeling the energy of heavy rock with a unique twist.
The group’s most recent studio effort, Planet Divide , stands out as a really fantastic example of their artistry and flow, giving the audience a strong sense of natural character and edgy musicianship that feels spontaneous and natural, yet balanced and creatively thoughtful.
Fans of artists such as Killswitch Engage, TOOL, System Of A Down, A Shamisen Orchestra, Staind and Audioslave are most definitely going to enjoy this band not only because of how their music plays out and unfolds, but also because of how the entirety of their arrangements feel so relatable and well-produced.
The band’s latest single Planet Divide is a really impressive calling card for a band with something to say.
Find out more about Chaos Above Glory at
Band Members;
Mike Tedesco; Vocals
Ian Labrie; Lead Guitar
PJ Steele ; Rhythm Guitar/Backup Vocals
Bill Stevenson; Bass
Sean Mezo; Drums
Slightly Intoxicated
Slightly Intoxicated
Jesse Bourgeois- Guitar
Dan Coplen- Vocals,
Guitar Bryant Hatch - Bass
D - Drums
Musical Influence: Alternative/Grunge https://siofficial3.wixsite.com/slightlyintoxicated When the members are from all over the map and the band is from a different city still, you are most likely talking about Slightly Intoxicated. Coming together in 2019, the band played their first show in February. A year, 1 album and 35+ shows to date, there is no slowing these boys down. Read more on their official site.