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The Great Explainer is an American punk/post-hardcore band based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Asbury Park, New Jersey. The current line-up is Sean Bystrzycki on guitar and vocals, Nick Rosica on bass, Brian Manser on guitar and Zach Miller on drums.

History
The Great Explainer was formed in 2008 by Sean Bystrzycki and Nick Rosica, along with original members Matt Vaneekhoven on guitar and vocals and Greg Karlowistch on drums.

In 2010, the group its first EP, entitled "The Way Things Swell" on Chunksaah Records  It was recorded , produced and mixed by Pete Steinkopf of The Bouncing Souls

In 2011, Greg joined Luther and was replaced by Zach Miller on drums. In 2012, Matt left the band and was replaced by Brian Manser on guitar.

In 2010, 2011 and 2012, the group performed at The Fest in Gainesville, Florida

In 2013, it was announced that the band's debut full length, Medicine Shield will be available through Panic State Records early 2014.

Band Members

 * Current members
 * Sean Bystrzycki – vocals, guitar (2008–Present)
 * Nick Rosica – bass (2008–Present)
 * Brian Manser – guitar (2012–Present)
 * Zach Miller – drums (2011–Present)


 * Past members
 * Greg Karlowitsch - Drums (2008-2011)
 * Matt Vaneekhoven - Guitar/Vocals (2008-2012)

Albums

 * Medicine Shield (2014, LP – Panic State Records)

EPs

 * The Way Things Swell (2010, 10" – Chunksaah Records)