The Burden of Existence
The Burden of Existence is a Melodic Metal recording project started by guitarist/bassist Chris rushing and drummer Hunter Ginn. The Burden strives to combine elements of Progressive metal with more traditional european inspired melodic death metal. Our Music places a strong focus on Melody and Composition.
The demos were written/recorded across the course of 12 rehersals starting in December of 2003. NOTE....Canvas Solaris Fans please do not pester Hunter for information on this project.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
The Burden is a studio collaboration project that was first conceived in December of 2003. Long time friends Hunter Ginn (drums) and Chris Rushing (guitars/bass) teamed up initially for the recording of one song. Considering the small amount of time invested(5 hours for rehersal/recording all in one day),the result was surprisingly solid . Through out the following year, two more recording sessions yielded four more tracks. Combined, the five tracks would become the blueprint for their future E.P. release : "Praying For Deliverance"
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
This is currently a studio only project.
Your musical influences
Opeth, In Flames (pre-Clayman), Vintersorg, Borknagar, Cynic, Spiral Architect, Death, Extol, Blind Guardian, Lost Horizon, Tool, Meshuggah, At the gates, Emperor
What equipment do you use?
Chris- Vintage 1979 les paul custom, Mesa Boogie Nomad 45 head, Marshall head, various marshall cabs.
Hunter-6 piece Yamaha Maple Custom drums with various Zildjian A's/K's cymbals.
Anything else?
We are currently seeking out a vocalist. This project is not intended to be instrumental.
