![]() Since then they have played a smattering of shows and are on the verge of releasing their long overdue third album and follow up to ‘Manic Compression’, entitled ‘Interiors’, next month on Epitaph Records. As for Cage, he has worked and contributed to the likes of Enemy, 108 and New Idea Society.īy 2012, after performing as an unannounced guest at Revelation Records’ 25th anniversary shows, the post hardcore act would reform permanently. Then we come to Vega, who from 2010 filled in for Deftones bassist Chi Cheng whilst he was in a coma, only to become a permanent member when Cheng tragically passed away in 2013. Schreifels formed the equally influential Rival Schools from 1999 to 2003 (they would reform in 2008) and indie rockers Walking Concert, whilst Capone has been a member of alt rockers Instruction. Over the next decade, the band’s members would involve themselves in various projects. This would lead to the discarding of unreleased material for a third album they were in the middle of recording. After briefly diverging with their own projects, they would reform for a year and a half from 1998 to 1999, yet this was short lived and premature due to the previous internal issues not being fully mended at this point. Yet internal conflict and the stress from frequent touring eventually led to the group’s first break up in 1995. Stylistically both records created quite a stir in the underground scene as they showed off Quicksand’s inspirational concoction. This led to the release of their two highly influential albums, including 1993 debut ‘Slip’ on Polydor Records and 1995’s sophomore effort ‘Manic Compression’. After releasing a self-titled EP on Revelation Records the same year they formed, as well as gaining exposure via shows with the likes of Fugazi, Anthrax, Helmet and Rage Against the Machine, they were courted by major label interest. Together they crafted their own spin on the post hardcore genre, taking the heavier metallic punk elements adopted by many of the New York hardcore bands in that era, and remolding it with a mix of dynamic rhythms, anthemic verve, subtle pop and a sonic majesty. ![]() Filling out the line up with Schreifels as the lead vocalist/guitarist was guitarist Tom Capone (Beyond, Bold), bassist Sergio Vega (Collapse, Absolution) and drummer Alan Cage (Beyond, Burn). Walter Schreifels, the primary songwriter/guitarist of Gorilla Biscuits and Youth Of Today bassist, formed the post hardcore group in 1990, following the dissolution of his previous band Moondog. The band who we know as Quicksand owes its origins to the New York hardcore scene of the late ’80s and early ’90s. In other words, in this guide we go through a band's discography album by album, telling you our thoughts on each record, as well as giving insight into the band themselves and why we recommend them for your listening pleasure. I'll be finishing up the Clutch tour and then also doing all of the remaining headlining dates the band has scheduled.This is a spin off of our "Where to Start" series! In this feature we provide an overview on the obscure and relatively unknown acts with fewer than five albums. Steve has been a friend for many many years and he is a great guitar player and performer. Slinging guitar for Quicksand up until October 5th is Stephen Brodsky of Cave In, Old Man Gloom and Mutoid Man. I cannot wait to get up on stage with the band and make some noise.Īt this time, the band is on the road with a great tour package led by the kings of stoner rock Clutch along with one of alternative metals greatest to ever do the thing, Helmet, and opening the tour is JD Pinkus (Butthole Surfers). So to say that I am excited about this is truly an understatement. Just rehearsing with the band and the awesome hangs we have had alone have been a blast. This experience has already been so rewarding. I absolutely love it and I can't wait to get on the road and support it for this run of dates. The songs, the performances, the lyrical content and the production are some of the very best that Quicksand has had to offer since the band's inception. Their latest album 'Distant Populations' was my favorite album that came out in 2021. The band was ahead of their time and changed the game in the NYC underground music scene and have continued to inspire generations of bands to follow including my own. ![]() I have been a fan of Quicksand since their first full-length album 'Slip' came out in 1993. ![]() John shared the following comments about joining the tour: I am truly delighted to announce that I will be playing guitar for Quicksand for a bunch of tour dates they have coming up starting October 6th in Las Vegas, NV.
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