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86 To Nowhere is an American rock band that was formed in 2008 in Jamestown, New York. It consists of lead singer Kendall Morris, guitarist Corry Palmisano, bassist [Korey Bastian] and drummer [[Kyle Johnson]. Palmisano, Bastian, and Johnson named the group after I-86 which runs through Southern New York State connecting the home of the instrumentalists to the home of Morris.

Formation (2008)
86 To Nowhere was formed when guitarist Corry Palmisano and drummer Kyle Johnson, who had been in several bands together previously, came together with bass player Korey Bastian in October of 2007. The initial vocalist search involved the tryout of several singers over the next year. While band members were away at college in September 2008, Bastian met Kendall Morris at SUNY Fredonia while studying under Gerardo Brindise of SONY entertainment and Armand Petri, former manager of the Goo Goo Dolls. He auditioned in September 2008 and an instant connection with the musicality and timbre of his voice made his selection an easy decision; the band was complete. The name derives from I-86, an interstate which runs through western New York, the area where they all reside. They are within a few hours from many major cities (Pittsburgh, Rochester, Buffalo, Cleveland, Toronto), but the area lives in the shadows of these major cities and is essentially nowhere.

Current activities and future plans (2012–present)
The instrumental members of 86 To Nowhere live in Jamestown, NY and are writing for the next album. Kendall resides in Buffalo, NY and is focused on creating material both for 86 To Nowhere and his side project, Optic Oppression. They intend to continue touring throughout the summer and focus on the next album in the upcoming winter.

Musical style
86 To Nowhere's music is often noted to contain a wide variety of sound within itself, opening the doors to a large audience. As John Doan put it in his Music Frenzy review of the album, "You may ask 'Why would a band put two versions of the same song on their album?” I thought that initially as well until I heard both versions. It's like picking whether to drive a Mercedes or a Cadillac.  They both kick ass but it's hard to decide on which to drive.'" Their music has been listed under several genres including rock, hard rock, alternative metal, post-grunge, heavy metal, and progressive metal.

86 To Nowhere's music is co-written and arranged by the band and the band's lyrics are written primarily by Morris. The music is heavily guitar driven with a unique drum style that progresses in intricacy throughout each song. The lyrics on the debut album mainly touches on personal life experiences, turning what they can into triumph, and accepting the failures their parents generation. One important focus is not holding on to a fantasy that no longer exists and learning to let go with your head held high.

Image and Message
86 To Nowhere's merchandise contains selection not common for rock bands including thongs, boy-shorts, and condoms. This selection of merchandise, along with the standard t-shirts, posters, stickers, and CD's has allowed the band to connect to its fans on a level that many bands may miss out on.

Band members

 * Kendall Morris – lead vocals
 * Corry Palmisano – lead guitar
 * Korey Bastian – bass
 * Kyle Johnson – drums, percussion

Discography

 * The Price I Pay (2012)