Im Oktober 2016 fanden sich Axel (ex Through Devastation), Matze ( In Quiet Hour, Remover), Zimbo ( ex Soultrader), Patrick ( ex Omaha Beach, Inner Strength, Colder Than Ice) und Mike zusammen, um ein Projekt zu gründen auf das wir einfach Bock hatten. Es soll einfach unsere Leidenschaft zum Hardcore verbinden.
In a stagnate musical climate in Los Angeles, saturated by “djent” and metal bands, it can be daunting to find a sound that stands out. Hard pressed to find a band who did just that, Marc Motley, Kevin Kincaid, and Eric Carrizales, heavily influenced by Every Time I Die, The Chariot and Eighteen Visions, decided that they would take a stab at making a sound like their predecessors and created “The Arson Choir” in 2014. Veterans of the LA scene, the trio has played in several bands like ‘Arm’s Like Yours” and “In An Emergency” who were in talks with several labels before the bands demise. This did not discourage the trio who has over the years developed a great bond not just musically but as brothers.
The only thing missing was the right vocalist who would complete the idea that they were creating. After numerous auditions, the boys were at their wits-end with the lackluster candidates that auditioned. Bring into the line-up Chicago native Bryan Christopher. A breath of fresh air to the Whittier based trio, Bryan stepped into the role and blew them away.
Each song leads the listener on a journey of dueling sounds rounded out by hard-hitting drums and a varied range of vocals. The Arson Choir offers an authentic experience with Eric’s melodic chords, harmonizing with the chaotic layering of Marc’s guitar and bass combo. Energy seeps out of every hit taken by Kevin, which is only complimented by Bryan’s voice, which varies from haunting screams to clean choruses. The Arson choir’s music is reminiscent to the music that shaped their youth. Fans will enjoy the nostalgic melodies coupled with a raw organic sound. With each song pushing the limits of their sound, The Arson Choir is a force that cannot be stopped.
