22B
22B is a metal band with a variety of influences ranging from Cannibal Corpse to Stevie Ray Vaughn.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
History:
22B is a band from Maumee, a suburb of Toledo, Ohio. It was formed by singers Darhel "Beef" Baker and Tyler Brebberman. Various lineups included bassist Mike Shimel, drummers Michael Moulin and Tim Burkhart, and D.J. Chris Kohlenberg. Michael Evans initially provided keyboards for the band, but became the band's bass player when guitarist Derek Hastings joined the band. In 2000, Michael Evans became the second guitarist of the band, and Tim left the band, leaving a hole in the lineup. After meandering through the same thirteen songs in the studio several times, the group had all but parted ways. During a major blackout in the Midwest in August of 2003, bassist Mark Lawrence met guitarist Frank Osborn by chance at the apartment complex they were living at. They got together with Darhel Baker to push the idea of reforming the group. Michael Evans and Darhel agreed to try rehearsing with them, and 22B was reborn. In early 2004, Tony Fanelli joined in on the drums.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Yes we play live every chance we get. Currently we have upcoming gigs at Missi Blues and at Club Rain in Toledo. There are always special moments...download our pictures from our site to see.
Your musical influences
Metallica, Rob Zombie/White Zombie, Marilyn Manson, Pantera, AC/DC, Cannibal Corpse, ZZ Top In Flames, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Iron Maiden
