Exit Hope
Exit Hope is everything you've ever wanted. They know that for a fact. You can say they sound like some other band, you can say they suck, but the truth is they don't care. They are making music that is directly from their hearts, music that moves them and means something to them. If you don't like it, don't listen. However, they do have the support of some absolutley amazing fans, and they stand strong because of it. Exit Hope is here, so grab on and come for the ride.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Peter Poor and Thomas Kelly began playing music together in 1999, and the connection the boys developed in unshakeable. After numerous lineup changes spanning 4 bands, Pete and Tom came together with Mike Brown and Andrew Raymond. Andrew is playing bass currently, but a move to guitar is on the horizon once a replacement bassist is found.
The band is confident with is lyrical and musical ability. They weave refreshing, solid songs, never hesitating to expirement with different song structures and styles. They exist to play live, however, and it is evident when one watches them play. They chemistry is undeniable as four bodies collapse into primal feeling. It is all about the moment, and fans know that Exit Hope will pour every ounce of themselves into a show.
Keep your eyes open, these boys are blowin up like whoa.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Yes we play live, anywhere. It is the best feeling in the world everytime all the time...
Your musical influences
Taking Back Sunday, Brand New, Thursday, James Taylor, The Beatles, Glassjaw, CSNY, There are far too many to begin to chronicle.
What equipment do you use?
Mike uses guitars... Andrew uses a bass right now. Pete makes all his own sounds using drums, and Tom's larnyx produces most of the vocals.
