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The Kickass is a 3 piece American progressive rock band from Jacksonville, North Carolina that started in 2000. Their releases are known for being entirely instrumental and very technical. The band comprises of drummer Benie Poweo, guitar player Andy Townsend, and bass player Eric Murillo. They self released their debut album Death Metal is for Pussies in 2004 and they followed by releasing Don't Cry for me Japan in 2005. They have signed with Bifocal Media and have toured with acts such as Valiant Thor across the United States.

Andy townsend is also the touring guitar tech for the band Between the Buried and Me

History
The Kickass formed in 2000 in Jacksonville, North carolina. After playing shows localy and releasing their first album, the band went on an 8 year touring hiatus and didn't tour again until the summer of 2012, where they toured the United States accompanied by Valiant Thor and a selection of other bands. The Kickass has self-released all albums but is currently signed to Bifocal media.

Current band members
Andy Townsend-Guitar/keys

Benie Poweo-Drums(also drummer for Valient Thor)

Eric Murillo-bass(2006-current)

Former members
Tony Nurnahan-Bass(2000-2006)

Discography
Death Metal is for Pussies(2004)

Dont Cry for Me Japan(2005)

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