DRiVEPiN
DRiVEPiN's brand of heavy rock is diverse in texture and delivery. This electrifying four-piece hailing from Southern California has delivered a self-released debut album full of knock-out punches and unruly power. Tracks range in muscularity and subtle nuance, each with devastating riffage and smart vocal passages.
Members include Rich Ducharme (Guitar), Ryan Elias (Bass), Ryan Holmes (Vocals) & Mike Ellison (Drums).
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
DRiVEPiN formed in 2001, recording a three song demo in the Fall and performing their first gig at The Scene, San Diego on Dec. 28th.
In 2002, DRiVEPiN began production of a full-length self-titled album, recording at Double Time Studios in San Diego with Jeff Forrest whose credits include Blink 182, Lucy's Fur Coat and Rocket From The Crypt, all who went on to gaining national attention.
Production of the album was completed in January 2003. The band is currently playing shows throughout Southern California to promote the album.
Visit http://www.drivepin.net for recent band news and information, to view live video performances and explore other media created by DRiVEPiN.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Yes. Some live performance video clips are available at our official website: http://www.drivepin.net
Your musical influences
They're a diverse bunch including 70's punk and rock, 80's rock and metal, 90's grunge and metal, contemporary nu-metal and and just solid rock groups.
What equipment do you use?
Guitars, bass, drums and vocals.
Anything else?
Additional album credits:
Drums - Lou Voutaritsas
Backing Vocals, Synth (intro to 'Cold') -
Jeff Forrest
Mastering - John Golden Mastering
Album Cover Design - Michael Bodine II
MP3 Conversion - Dallas Kitchen
