Local Band Network Member Since: April 23, 2012
Last Update: August 7, 2012
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Music types:
Rock, Metal
Description:
Despite The Ruin is a Western Massachusetts based hard rock band with heavy drive and melody. D.T.R. brings together old style rock with new flavor sound. Our sound displays smooth vocal harmonies and ripping riffs. The Members of the band are all seasoned artists with various backgrounds. D.T.R.'s first album "Up from the ashes" which continues to be a huge success for the band, is currently featured on iTunes, Pandora Radio, Jango.com and Reverbnation.com. Despite The Ruin is also played regularly on Massachusetts local rock station: Lazer 99.3. With just three hours a night, one night a week to record, Paul and Jeremy had gone through a few different musicians over the years. But now with the strength of their current band members they are a force to be reckoned with, Despite The Ruin is here to stay.
Band Members:
Jeremy Jones, (singer/songwriter and founder of D.T.R.) Jeremy's musical talents began around 9 yrs of age. Along with vocals they include guitar, bass and drums, with a bit of melody writing on the piano. Most influencial Bands are: Pink Floyd, Alice in Chains, All that Remains, Staind, Tool, Metallica. He is a former member of the local bands: Alice In Chains Tribute and Angry Chair.
Paul Interlande, (drummer/producer/owner of Angry Chair Recording Studios and co-founder of D.T.R.) A former member of the band: Angry Chair.
Kevin Prefontaine, (guitarist/vocals) Kevin picked up a guitar at 15 and there was no turning back!! Musical influences include but are not limited to: Tool, Radiohead, Alice in Chains, Deftones, and Zepplin. He is a former member of the bands: Douglas Black and The Stone Temple Pilots Tribute band: Wicked Garden.
Steve Sakowicz, (bassist) A former member of the band: Heroes.
Mark Perry, (guitarist) a current member of band: Bamblusion and a former member of L.A. Based progressive rock band: Medium.
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