It Prevails
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It Prevails is a five piece metalcore band from Portland
, Oregon
, formed in 2004. They are composed of vocalist Ian Fike, guitarists Chris Tsanjoures and Jake Harris, bassist Nate Dorval, and drummer Aaron Marsh. The band draws influence from 90s Melodic Metalcore and classic rock
. Bands like Shai Hulud
, Twelve Tribes, Strongarm
, Lifetime
and Hot Water Music
were on constant rotation at hangouts during their inception. A premium was placed on lyrics related to struggles of the human condition and altruistic actions.
It Prevails released a four song EP (Indelible) in 2005, their debut album (The Inspiration) on April 3, 2007, and their most recent effort (Capture & Embrace) on February 17, 2009. A new EP, Findings, was released on May 25 of 2010.
In 2008 It Prevails recorded their sophomore album "Capture and Embrace" for the small independent label, Rain City Records, they teamed up with guitarist and producer Beau Burchell (of Saosin
) to mix the effort, , but the band went on a hiatus period after original drummer Aaron Marsh decided to leave. They also parted ways with a guitarist under "personal reasons". Those issues caused the cancellation of their tours with Ligiea, Since The Flood, Means and Farewell To Freeway. The Capture and Embrace record was not supported by any national tour, save for a brief West Coast tour in 2009 before their first European tour in August of 2009.
from the UK.
Coming back from the UK in 2010, It Prevails teamed up with Canadian up-and-coming acts Counterparts and A Sight For Sewn Eyes. This resulted in It Prevails first tour of Eastern Canada in late 2010, during which the band shot a music video for the song "Placed In My Hands." On the way home from Canada, It Prevails shot the music video for "An Anomaly" outside of Birmingham, AL. In 2011 it was revealed that original drummer, Aaron Marsh would return to the band, and that they have inked a deal with Mediaskare Records. The most recent album entitled Stroma was released on July 19, 2011. The band continues to tour on a sporadic and informal basis.
Portland, Oregon
Portland is a city located in the Pacific Northwest, near the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia rivers in the U.S. state of Oregon. As of the 2010 Census, it had a population of 583,776, making it the 29th most populous city in the United States...
, Oregon
Oregon
Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is located on the Pacific coast, with Washington to the north, California to the south, Nevada on the southeast and Idaho to the east. The Columbia and Snake rivers delineate much of Oregon's northern and eastern...
, formed in 2004. They are composed of vocalist Ian Fike, guitarists Chris Tsanjoures and Jake Harris, bassist Nate Dorval, and drummer Aaron Marsh. The band draws influence from 90s Melodic Metalcore and classic rock
Classic rock
Classic rock is a radio format which developed from the album-oriented rock format in the early 1980s. In the United States, the classic rock format features music ranging generally from the late 1960s to the late 1980s, primarily focusing on the hard rock genre that peaked in popularity in the...
. Bands like Shai Hulud
Shai Hulud
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, Twelve Tribes, Strongarm
Strongarm
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, Lifetime
Lifetime (band)
Lifetime is an American melodic hardcore/emo band from New Jersey. Lifetime was formed in 1990 and disbanded in 1997. In late 2005, they announced their reunion.-History:...
and Hot Water Music
Hot Water Music
Hot Water Music is a punk rock band from Gainesville, Florida. The members of the band are Chuck Ragan, Chris Wollard, Jason Black, and George Rebelo. HWM first formed in 1993...
were on constant rotation at hangouts during their inception. A premium was placed on lyrics related to struggles of the human condition and altruistic actions.
It Prevails released a four song EP (Indelible) in 2005, their debut album (The Inspiration) on April 3, 2007, and their most recent effort (Capture & Embrace) on February 17, 2009. A new EP, Findings, was released on May 25 of 2010.
Beginnings and Capture & Embrace (2004-2009)
The band formed in 2004. Releasing the Indelible EP in 2005. After touring the U.S. West Coast twice in 2006, the quintet finalized their debut album, The Inspiration, which was released in 2007 through Rise Records.In 2008 It Prevails recorded their sophomore album "Capture and Embrace" for the small independent label, Rain City Records, they teamed up with guitarist and producer Beau Burchell (of Saosin
Saosin
Saosin is an American rock band originally hailing from Newport Beach, California. The band was formed in 2003 and recorded its first EP, Translating the Name, that same year with original singer Anthony Green. Green left Saosin following the band's decision to sign with a commercial label,...
) to mix the effort, , but the band went on a hiatus period after original drummer Aaron Marsh decided to leave. They also parted ways with a guitarist under "personal reasons". Those issues caused the cancellation of their tours with Ligiea, Since The Flood, Means and Farewell To Freeway. The Capture and Embrace record was not supported by any national tour, save for a brief West Coast tour in 2009 before their first European tour in August of 2009.
Findings EP and Stroma (2009-present)
After more line-up changes and a relocation to Colorado, It Prevails announced, through their official Myspace page, the addition of guitarist Bobby Valeu and drummer Ian Clark. They also announced the release of a 3-track EP, Findings, and their summer tour with Close Your Eyes. Followed up with a UK and Mainland Europe tour with Heart In HandHeart in Hand
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from the UK.
Coming back from the UK in 2010, It Prevails teamed up with Canadian up-and-coming acts Counterparts and A Sight For Sewn Eyes. This resulted in It Prevails first tour of Eastern Canada in late 2010, during which the band shot a music video for the song "Placed In My Hands." On the way home from Canada, It Prevails shot the music video for "An Anomaly" outside of Birmingham, AL. In 2011 it was revealed that original drummer, Aaron Marsh would return to the band, and that they have inked a deal with Mediaskare Records. The most recent album entitled Stroma was released on July 19, 2011. The band continues to tour on a sporadic and informal basis.
Discography
- Indelible EP (Self-Released, 2005)
- The Inspiration (Rise Records, 2007)
- Capture & Embrace (Rain City Records, 2009)
- Findings EP (The Form Records, 2010)
- Stroma (Mediaskare Records, 2011)
Members
- James Ian Fike - vocals (2004-present)
- Chris Tsanjoures - guitar (2010-present)
- Nic Toten - guitar (2007-2008, 2011-present)
- Nate Dorval - bass (2010-2011)
- Aaron Marsh - drums (2004-2008, 2011)
Past Members
- Brian Blade (2005-2008)
- Cam Bledsoe (2006-2009)
- Alex Kutsche (2004-2006 2009-2010)
- Tanner Bama (2009)
- Ian Clark (2009-2010)
- Danny Harbold (2007-2008)
- Therron Francis (2009) Touring
- Kyle Lottman (2008) Touring
- Bobby Valeu (2010) Touring
- Derek Zook (2010) Touring