A Bullet for Pretty Boy was an American metalcore band from Longview, Texas. Formed in 2006, the band independently released the EP Beauty in the Eyes of the Beholder (2008) before signing to Razor & Tie and Artery Recordings, where they released the studio albums Revision:Revise (2010) and Symbiosis (2012). The group went on hiatus in 2015; vocalist Danon Saylor subsequently joined with members of For Today and Silent Planet to form the supergroup Nothing Left.[1]
A Bullet for Pretty Boy | |
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| Origin | Longview, Texas, U.S. |
| Genres | |
| Years active | 2006–2015 |
| Labels | Razor & Tie, Artery |
| Spinoffs | Nothing Left |
| Past members |
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| Website | facebook |
History
editA Bullet for Pretty Boy formed in Longview, Texas in 2006, with members having previously played in other local bands.[2][3] Contrary to early misconceptions that the group's name was homophobic, it was in fact taken from the 1970 film of the same name, a biopic of gangster Pretty Boy Floyd, as the members resonated with its message about the futility of revenge.[2] The band's lineup as of June 2015 consisted of vocalist Danon Saylor, guitarist Chris Johnston, and vocalist/keyboardist Josh Modisette, and had previously included vocalist/guitarist Derrick Sechrist, bassists Bryan Bingham and Taylor Kimball, and drummer Josh Trammel.[4]
The band debuted with the self-released EP Beauty in the Eyes of the Beholder, released on March 8, 2008,[4] They subsequently signed to Razor & Tie and Artery Recordings, where they released their debut studio album, Revision:Revise, on November 9, 2010.[5][6][7] Their second studio album, Symbiosis, was released on the same labels on July 31, 2012.[8][9][10]
Musical style
editA Bullet for Pretty Boy was primarily identified as metalcore, post-hardcore, melodic hardcore, and screamo.[10][8][6][11] Alternative Press noted that Josh Modisette's keyboard work on Symbiosis gave the band's songs a "Deftones-ish depth".[8] In a 2009 interview with Indie Vision Music, guitarist Chris Johnston described the band's sound as "a mix of hardcore breakdowns, progressive / ambience, and catchy choruses," and listed Underoath, early As Cities Burn, August Burns Red, and Circa Survive as the group's main influences.[2]
Members
editFormer
edit- Danon Saylor – unclean vocals (2007–2015)
- Chris Johnston – lead guitar, backing vocals (2006–2015)
- Josh Modisette – keyboards, backing and later clean vocals (2006–2015)
- Derrick Sechrist – rhythm guitar, clean vocals (2006–2011)
- Jared Easterling – drums (2010–2011)
- Taylor Kimball – bass guitar (2010–2011)
- Bryan Bingham – bass guitar (2008–2010)
- Kasey Moore - bass guitar (2006-2008)
- Josh Trammel – drums, clean vocals (2006–2010)
- Scott Carter – unclean vocals (2006–2007)
Touring
edit- Zane Callister – rhythm guitar (2012–2015)
- Patrick Little – bass guitar (2012–2015)
- William Steffen – drums (2012–2015)
- Garrett Jensen – drums (2011)
Discography
editStudio albums
edit- Revision:Revise (November 9, 2010, Razor & Tie/Artery)
- Symbiosis (July 31, 2012, Razor & Tie/Artery)
EPs
editReleased in 2008, Beauty In The Eyes Of The Beholder was the first release by the band. It was self produced by the band
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Dial M For Murder" | 3:40 |
| 2. | "Bears, Beets, Battlestar Galactica" | 4:12 |
| 3. | "The Hope I Confide In" | 3:29 |
| 4. | "And Still You Chose Surrender" | 1:30 |
| 5. | "Pale Horse" | 2:30 |
| 6. | "Beauty In The Eyes Of The Beholder" | 3:28 |
| Total length: | 18:49 | |
References
edit- ^ Dickman, Maggie (October 26, 2016). "For Today members form heavy new band, release new song – listen". Alternative Press. Retrieved October 27, 2016.
- ^ a b c Hamm, Josh (August 20, 2009). "Interview : A Bullet for Pretty Boy". Indie Vision Music. Retrieved June 20, 2015.
- ^ Sputnikmusic. "A Bullet for Pretty Boy". Sputnikmusic. Retrieved June 20, 2015.
- ^ a b Jesus Freak Hideout. "A Bullet for Pretty Boy". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved June 20, 2015.
- ^ Gardner, Ryan (November 8, 2010). "Bullet For Pretty Boy, A – Revision:Revise Review". AbsolutePunk. Retrieved June 20, 2015.
- ^ a b Van Pelt, Doug. "A Bullet for Pretty Boy – Revision:Revise". HM Magazine (Jan/Feb/Mar 2011): 38. Retrieved June 20, 2015.
- ^ Velliquette, Josh (November 9, 2010). "A Bullet for Pretty Boy – Revision:Revise". The New Review. Archived from the original on May 26, 2012. Retrieved June 20, 2015.
- ^ a b c Freeman, Phil (July 31, 2012). "A Bullet for Pretty Boy – Symbiosis". Alternative Press. Retrieved June 20, 2015.
- ^ Bryant, Anthony (September 6, 2012). "A Bullet for Pretty Boy – Symbiosis". HM Magazine. Retrieved June 20, 2015.
- ^ a b Lyons, Todd. "A Bullet For Pretty Boy – Symbiosis Review". About.com. Archived from the original on June 20, 2015. Retrieved June 20, 2015.
- ^ Steve (October 24, 2010). "A Bullet for Pretty Boy - Revision:Revise - Reviews". Indie Vision Music. Retrieved December 30, 2023.