Resident Alien
Resident Alien is a christian rock band from Eugene, Oregon. Their music ranges from pop-rock that will make you want to jump up and down on the pews, to acoustic rock that is just plain fun to hear. Their lyrics address the human condition from a spiritual perspective, but they are not above using a little humor to lighten the mood.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Since most of you don't know us you probably don't want to hear too much detail, so I will keep it short...
John (guitar, vocals) is the choir director and band leader at church. Ben (guitar, mandolin, vocals) joined the church and started singing in the choir. John asked Ben to join the Praise Band and they soon started getting together to play guitar and write songs.
David (drums, keyboard, vocals) met Michelle (bass, vocals) at college where John also works. David and Michelle fell in love and got married. John suggested that David and Michelle get together with John and Ben and play some of the songs they had written.
Now everyone writes and Resident Alien is on a roll!
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Resident Alien performs at coffee houses, churches, festivals, etc. Currently, we are focusing much of our time on recording.
Your musical influences
Resident Alien is influenced by christian rock bands like Small Town Poets, Reliant K, Big Tent Revival, Jars of Clay as well as blues, classic rock, newgrass, you name it and we've probably listened to it!
What equipment do you use?
Guitars: Godin LGX, Fender Nashville Tele, Gibson Les Paul, Epiphone Dot 335, Yamaha AEX-502, Martin D-35, Taylor, Epiphone El Capitan acoustic-electric bass.
Amps: Mesa Boogie Subway Rocket
