User:Gutwrench

GUTWRENCH NJ Based Metal/Hardcore Band established in 1994

Sometimes life gets twisted, Hard times can take its toll. It takes a strong will to rise above and channel otherwise dangerous energies creatively. Sometimes a passion like the love of music will reflect what surrounds the musicians. In this such case, Gutwrench, projects the harsh real life "mean streets" from which they come. Living through all these adversities, losing a little blood along the way, They deliver the street news, through the grooves, Passing on the knowledge so you dont get caught out there. Gutwrench is a feeling you get when fear overwhelms you The truth, Hardcore, Spreads fear, So society tries to silence it, Well try to silence this...

Gutwrench draws you into its musical power through strong lyrics and hard driving rhythms without exactly realizing how it happens, You become one with the music and the band. Brian Worland on vocals, Emits rap lyrics with a smooth and fluid grace, quickly shifting into the deep guttural sounds of discontent

John (a.k.a E) on played bass with the band until his utimely demise in 2004 was absolute energy in motion "a lightning bolt unleashed on stage" Jeff Anthony

In 2005 Greg James (Formerly of Antitrust / Barrage /Reverse Peristalisis) Took the reigns as bassist and re-completed an already intense lineup. "Greg brings a lot ot the table for us. It was a tough decision to even carry on after the loss of John. His intense talent and experience is an absolute plus to GUTWRENCH as a whole" Jeff Anthony Jeff Anthony on guitar flows out leads and rhythms with such total concentration that music and musician are fused into one fine tuned instrument. John (Frobag) on rhythm guitar, who's stage presence and style strengthens the links of this hardstyle chain. Matt Gajewski the newest member of this already intense lineup was added in 2006 as their previous drummer was let go. "It was a tough decision for all of us" Gutwrench States. Matt brings a lot to the table being trained in all forms of percussion.

Gutwrench being a word of mouth band, Promoted only by themselves, friends, Flyers and Radio air play. A Bands Band as they have been called by many have held that mantra for over 10 years now. Over the Years the band has been interviewed by many fan-zines and aired on many radio stations, as a result have added new followers who request their music. With two independant releases under their belt, having sold over 10,000 copies at venues and mail order. GUTWRENCH is featured on several world wide compilations composed of unsigned bands. This alone has given them many fans from over seas, who they keep in contact with on a regular basis.

This band contains an energy and genuine dedication so hard to find today, Combined with each of their individual talents, Creativity, and hard work. They invented a style of music they are proud of and which will etch another dimension into the world of music.

(Debut Release) VIOLENT BY CHOICE The second you listen to this recording, You can tell they mean what they say!!! New Jersey is in the fucking house! Six songs of Jersey hardstyle hardcore mixed with BioHazard-ish chants and gangsta style vocals. The look? Legitimate tough guys whose music reflect their lifestyles. Very intense and keeps getting better with every listen.

2nd Release SLAP OF REALITY A Six Song Release. Boy does it stay in the heavy end pounce on each other beats. It is really some stomping music. Play this Sucker loud and you'll get the full effect. This could be a case of the right sound at the right time..Slower grinding core riffs from a nailgun....

GUTWRENCH has completed the preliminary recording of thier 3rd CD which remains untitled as of yet. Recorded at UNDERGROUND Studios in NJ with the help of BIOHAZARD it is collection of Hardstyle riffs Straigt from the mind of Guitarist Jeff Anthony. Overkill Bassist DD Verni's Studio will be completing the mixing and some finishing touches on the CD then it is off to Mastering.

"It's a lot to take in" says bassist Greg James. The fans of GUTWRENCH are hardcore. "I have been in a lot of bands but never one with such a brethren of followers" The songs on the release capture a wide array of topics. Some based solely on deep inner feelings and some more straight forward. The Song Unslayable is dedicated to the Memory of our fallen Brother John (E) Egan whom was taken from us at an early age. Brave is a complex display of our appreciation to those who dedicate their lives to saving others at their expense. Darkest Day is simply a reflecton of the loss of Dime Bag. A Friend to the band and a mentor for all that is Metal.

The Moniker VBC ( Violent By Choice ) has been associated with gang activity. Gutwrench denies any gang related talk but does confirm that there are a lot of fans that have VBC tattooed onto their bodies in various locations.