Artist description thundercore bring together a unique blend of hardcore and groove that is raw and in your face. They will groove you into the mosh pit and have you begging for more!

Music Style Heavy

Musical Influences Way too many to list. Visit www.thundercore.com...go to the bottom of the BAND page...and check out the individual Bios. This will give you a clearer understanding of where we come from, musically speaking.

Similar Artists Pantera, Fear Factory, Sepultura, Hatebreed

Artist History “Building on personal experiences is a very important part of our writing style,” admits Rob Mason, guitarist for Sonic Attack recording artist Thundercore. “We’re a live band, and we play with conviction. In order to do that and make the audience feel it, you have to have a personal connection with your songs.” And that is what you get with this Indianapolis-area band: eye-gouging riffs, driving rhythms, and direct, throaty vocals. Thundercore puts all of their energy into every single show, and their fans react to it. Thundercore is tremendously influenced by bands like Pantera, Fear Factory, Sepultura, Hatebreed, and even Kiss – particularly their stage shows and how they interact with a crowd. The band has developed a following by playing countless shows in and around the Midwest – on their own, with local heavyweights, even with several national acts – building a reputation for their live performances. The state of their art Since the beginning, Thundercore’s goal has been simple: to make groove-oriented, aggressive music that is equal parts hardcore and new-school thrash, creating something unique and fresh. The approach began to pay off in February of 2000 when the band was ask to contribute a recording to the Suicidal Tendencies Tribute Album, “Suicide In Venice,” available on Dwell Records. Their debut album was released shortly after that, and the band was signed to the Sonic Attack label (a division of Germany’s Modern Music) in September. From this release have come a handful of crowd favorites, including the lightning quick “Dragging the Death Chain,” the melodic “Lost,” and the homage to late night binges “Brew Chronic Fix” – rubbery bass lines and all. The band is scheduled to release their second full-length album in the summer of 2001. The new CD and appearances at MetalFest, Twisted Music Festival and Liquid Magazine’s Memorial Day Metal Massacre will continue to keep The Core red-hot. Roots The roots of Thundercore lie in the Midwest, specifically in the rural town of Spencer, Ind. Four of the members have lived there at one time or another. Guitarist Dan Morley and Rob played in a band called Outrage where they realized they shared a common bond in both direction and vision. When Outrage shifted its musical focus, Dan and Rob left to form Thundercore – a band that allows them to maintain their own musical vision. Soon, bassist Chris Morley, Dan’s brother, was added to the line-up. At first, the guys were a bit skeptical about Chris because of the brother dynamic, not knowing how that would affect the band long-term. But within a short period of time, they knew he was the one. The band looked a little further away from home to round out the group. Vocalist Bret Simmons was found back in Connecticut through a referral service (“When his tape arrived, we were blown away,” says Rob). Tennessee native Stacy Copas dragged his drum kit half way across the nation for his audition. ("I've seen drum kits that big before,” says Rob, “but never in my living room!"). In the end… The media is picking up on the buzz. Rock Reunion Review said Thundercore is “definitely worth a look!” and rated the debut album an 8. Eternal Jam Magazine said Thundercore “rocks” and that their first recordings show “they are off to a great start.” Ultimately the band hopes to have the opportunity to tour extensively and continue making records with a U.S. label. “This is what we love to do,” explains Rob, “We strive to give our audiences what bands like Pantera and Sepultura gave us.” What the fans are saying Lori - Detroit, MI “Lions and tigers and bears, oh my...They bring a lot of energy - a crowd-pleaser.” Taz - Pasadena, CA “This is one of the best (bands) I've heard in a long time!”

Group Members Bret Simmons, Rob Mason, Dan Morley, Chris Morley, Stacy Copas

Instruments Rob plays a Washburn BlackJack and Dimebolt Signature Customs, and an Alvarez Dana Scoop. Dan plays a B.C. Rich Warlock and an Ibanez Voyager. Chris plays ESP basses.

Albums current cd - thundercore,

Press Reviews The following information can also be viewed on the NEWS page at http://www.thundercore.com Press inquiries may be forwarded to Steve Johnson at Rujo Publicity: http://www.rujopublicity.com -or- mail@rujopublicity.com Booking or Release inquiries, as well as general questions, may be forwarded to J. Summerlot at Hittin J. Management: http://www.hittinjmanagement.com -or- hittinjmanagement@thundercore.com July 18th, 2002: Guitar Legend and Producer, Michael Angelo is putting the finishing touches on the new CD. According to Angelo, "It is going to be a metal classic. It smokes." The band is due for one final visit to Monster Mix Studio, according to their manager, Jeremy Summerlot, to clean up some vocal and bass tracks, and assist with rough mixing. A tremendous international buzz has developed around the forthcoming release. Summerlot says that he's received a number of calls from record labels interested in hearing the Angelo-produced CD, including the president of a well-known West Coast label, who apparently requested that Summerlot send the finished product directly to him. When asked about upcoming shows and tours, Summerlot said that the band is taking a break until the record is done. Bret Simmons is visiting family and friends in Connecticut, Stacy Copas is on his way to Las Vegas, and Rob Mason is vacationing in Florida until early August. "They are taking a well-earned break. They worked very hard to make this record, and plan to work even harder to support it when it's released. People will be surprised by what they hear - it's the best work they've ever done - and one of the best metal records I've ever heard." Summerlot also credits Angelo's production and engineering skills as a major influence on the album. The CD has a current working title of "Five Deaths", which is how the band feels about where they had to go emotionally to make the record. "I think this release will appeal to a lot of people, not just hardcore metal fans. It's got something for everyone. People are going to freak when they hear it." But, according to Summerlot, Thundercore's intense riffage will appease even the most die-hard metal head. "It's heavier than hell! But it has something that most metal albums lack - substance. It isn't just speed and noise for the sake of speed and noise." Sonic Attack - September, 2000 Guitarists Rob Mason and Dan Morley formed Thundercore in 1996 with the sole intention of performing original, groove-oriented, heavy music. Since then Thundercore have created a distinctive sound and superb onstage image that is entirely their own. An integral part of that sound is the rhythm section comprised of percussionist Nathan Poorman and bassist Chris Morley. Poorman's contribution is immeasurable, combining unbelievable speed and precision, while maintaining an underlying groove that gives Thundercore a fresh sound. This combined with the huge bass sound, ala Chris Morley, crushing guitars, via Mason and Morley and frontman Bret Simmons who is on a mission to get the audience's attention and keep it, makes Thundercore one of the most exciting prospects in the the music world.Sonic Attack - September, 2000This is the self-titled debut album from Indianapolis based, US metalcore band Thundercore. The band play a hard mixture of new school hardcore elements mixed with a classic metal sound. Singer, Bret's explosive screams are not a million miles away from those of Sick Of It All vocalist Lou Koller. To try and compare the overall sound to any other band would be impossible but the best description would be Hatebreed and Pantera. This may be a low budget album but it was recorded 'live' in the studio and all of the passion that comes through in their live shows is here for all to hear. To miss this would be madness as it captures a band that will one day be one of the world's most well known bands.Rock Reunion Review - July, 2000 Thundercore - dto.(self release)This is the self-titled debut album of Indianapolis-based US-Metalcore band Thundercore. The bands plays a pretty hard mixture of both new school hardcore elements mixed with certain metal influences. Singer Brets middle-orientated screams give the whole album a very aggressive moment sometimes reminding of Sick of it all voice Lou Koller. The whole guitar arrangments make the sound seem pretty "down-tuned". As the band members name e.g. Hatebreed and Pantera as influences for their musical journey, the album is pretty varied for the band tries to catch every glimpse of metal and hardcore elements making slow tunes as "Leave me alone" and sample enhanced tracks like "Brew-Chronic Fix". Even if the CD is a low budget production, and was recorded during a "live" session in the studio, the sound of the record is pretty good. The band recently signed a record deal with a divison of the german Modern Music label called Sonic Attack, which will offer them new possibilities to gain acceptance in the european countries. You can also check out the Thundercore interview within the interview area of the Noize Section. This bands will soon be of interest for the european hardcore/metalcore fans. Definitely worth a look !Rating: 8Band homepage: www.thundercore.comRock Reunion Interview - July, 2000Thundercore Interview1.) THUNDECORE are making a very fat mixture of hardcore and metal elements.Who�s the main song- writer of the band, and how do the songs emerge? Is someone thinking out riffs at home, or are the riffs product of jam sessions? Dan: Sometimes it's Rob, sometimes me. Maybe someone just has a riff or an idea in his head, which he brings to practice. Everybody jumps on it like a pack of wolves; if the riff or the idea survives, we know we have something cool running...2.) How long did it take to record the actual self-titled output ? Which studio have you been to and is THUNDERCORE self-producing their CD�s or did you have a "professional" producer?Rob: Believe it or not, the album was recorded in a single session at Airtime Studios. We really wanted to capture the raw sound and energy of our live performances; we even stood up and grooved while we played.Dan: We produced it ourselves, I think for the first time out we needed to. Another person wouldn't know what we're about, we didn't want anyone leading us in a direction that wasn't us.3.) THUNDERCORE are from Indianapolis, IN. How can you describe the hardcore/metal scene over there? Is there a club scene with opportunities for hard bands to make gigs?Chris: There are several venues around which cater to heavier music. Rob: The scene is alive and well here, but bands really have to work hard to bring in a good crowd. There are lots of opportunities for bands here...but if it's money you seek...FORGET ABOUT IT! Dan: It's getting easier with hardcore being more mainstream.4.) In Germany, it is very hard for younger bands to find their way for promoting and clubbing. There are only few opportunities to play. Do you think that this is different in the US?Rob: It depends on where you are. Unless you are in a major metropolitan area, it is hard to find a decent gig, as well as acceptance. We live in an area referred to as "The Bible Belt", and it's pretty conservative. People hear your music and automatically associate you with Satan!!Chris: There are many opportunities for bands and there are places willing to give bands a break. Like anything else , with some effort, bands can keep busy and prosper.5.) What do you think about the US Hardcore Scene concerning the fact, that Hardcore more and more is in fluenced by even harder metal styles which makes this element now more and more "necessary" for new school HC ?Chris: The basics of hardcore derive from metal. It's obviously an extreme form of music. Influences from other genres is a natural thing.Rob: I don't know if I agree that the U.S. hardcore scene is being overtly influenced by more extreme metal styles. We are obviously an exception to that, but when I hear the term "hardcore", more likely than not, those bands have a rap-core influence, because that's the new thing. In my opinion, since hardcore has emerged into the mainstream, playing heavier is necessary separating yourself from all of the wannabe bands and KORN/LIMP BIZKIT clones.6.) THUNDERCORE was formed way back in 1996. Did you have any line-up changes or do THUNDERCORE still play in their first line-up ?Chris: A full line-up was established in 1998. No changes have been made. 7.) Are there any sideprojects members of THUNDERCORE have ?Chris: Everyone's focus is totally on THUNDERCORE.8.) Which are the topics your texts dealing with ? Who writes the lyrics for THUNDERCORE? Do you think that "hard music needs hard lyrics" ?Chris: Lyrics are written from personal experiencs and emotions. Bret writes the bulk of the lyrics. Lyrics need not to be "hard" as long as they convey the song's meaning and equal it's intensity.Dan: (in reference to "hard music needing hard lyrics") Most of the time, but contrast is good also.Rob: I think Bret does a great job at conveying vocally what we are trying to say. As far as hard music and hard lyrics are concerned, it would sound silly if you were screaming, "Baby, I love you!" over some crushing riff, and I personally wouldn't want to hear something that lame. So yes, hard music needs a lyrical equivalent!9.) Do you think, like it is very often in th HC-scene, that it is better to promote and sell an album by yourself because of the aspect to be free within the creative process ?Chris: That isn't necessarily just for hardcore. It's difficult to promote and sell yourself. It is important to have that freedom for a band to express itself. The industry should help bands but most end up doing it themselves orselling out to make it. 10.) In Europe, you have pretty "strong" differencs between the countryside and the city: the hard music scene over here only lives in the cities. Is it the same in the US, or can you name differences concerning that fact ?Dan: There is a difference but not as extreme.Chris: We all come from small towns. There are fans and musicians everywhere but you have to go to bigger cities to find the clubs.11.) Hardcore in the US often means also working within certain social organizations, because of the social "background" some of the bands involve within the HC-"idea". Do you feel responsible for such things just because of the music style you are playing?Rob: Absolutely not! We're definitely not into the "straight-edge" ideal and, although each of us have a social and environmental conscience, we don't feel that it's appropriate to preach or force our views on others. We write and perform because it's what we love to do. If another HC band doesn't like our approach, that's on them. We only cater to ourselves and our fans.Chris: THUNDERCORE is not a typical hardcore band. For the most part we're non-political and our songs reflect more of a personal perspective.12.) Can we expect a larger US tour within this year?Chris: We have some things in the works, but nothing set in stone as yet.Rob: We are playing a few festival gigs including METAL FEST in Los Angeles in November, and an East Coast tour in October, but the rest is up to our new label.13.) Did you ever make a gig over here in Europe? Are there any chances to sooner or later see the band in Europe for a few gigs?Chris: We haven't been to Europe yet but it would definitely be something we're into.Rob: I see it happening, and probably sooner than later. We just signed with Sonic Attack, a subsidiary of Modern Music. Since our label is located in Europe, we hope to tour there soon. I've heard the HC scene there is killer...and I want to be a part of it!14.) Name some of your main musical influences for THUNDERCORE !Dan: FEAR FACTORY, PANTERA, CHRIS MORLEY.Chris: SEPULTURA, SOULFLY, HATEBREED, MACHINE HEAD.Rob: NAILBOMB, SLAYER, and of course, IRON MAIDEN !15.) Which band(s) would you really appreciate to be on tour with?All: FEAR FACTORY or SOULFLY!!Interview done by Seb!!! We thank THUNDERCORE for the interview !!!visit their homepage :http://www.thundercore.com/http://www.thundercore.com/Bliss magazine: Summer 2000Thundercore is a very hard hitting band that has good original music are very deeply oriented. Good luck Guys!RG: Tell me what you want everyone to know about Thundercore.Rob Mason: Thundercore is basically a bunch of guys who wanted to get together to bang out some really heinous, vicious, loud music, because there isn't enough of it around!RG: The name Thundercore, where did you get it?Chris Morley: It's basically descriptive of the music as a blend of metal and hardcore; Metalcore just wouldn't go. RG: How long has the band been together?RM: Since June of 1996.RG: Is the line-up that you have now all the original members?RM: By '98, everybody who was in the band has been in the band since. We had a fill-in drummer in the early days, but for the most part, he was never a permanent fixture in the band. RG: Who writes the music on your songs?RM: I'm gonna have to say it's a group effort.RG: Who would you say your influences are?CM: Fear Factory, Sepultura, Pantera, and just about anybody who is heavy. Individually, they go from 311 to Elvis and Lycia. I have a wide variety of influences. RM: Slipknot definitely comes to mind. Iron Maiden; they were bad ass!RG: Has it been hard making a name for yourself? RM: You have to work a hell of a lot harder here (Indianapolis). For the most part, the only way to make a name for yourself is by promoting the shows, doing a good job onstage, and hopefully they keep coming back. The biggest problem is getting paid. We find when we go to other markets like Chicago, for example, the crowds are nuts! They appreciate heavy music. We've had several gigs like that here�it's just how hard you work it. Did you go to the last Fear Factory show here?RG: Yeah. RM: I don't think it is just local bands; I think, in general, there isn't as big a fan base for heavy music in Indianapolis. RG: Let's talk about the CD. What is 'Break Me Down' about?RM: Basically, it is about a situation we had with a producer in Minneapolis, Minnesota; he did our "Shift" EP, and literally spent the entire time just screwing with us. He just kept trying to get under our skin to see what made us tick; presumably to take advantage of us; it was a really bad situation. So we wrote that song in his honor. RG: "A.F.M.D."?C: When our singer, Bret, first moved out here from Connecticut, he looked quite different from the people who live in our hometown. The song is his way of saying, "don't judge me by the way I look, because I see you as a bunch of hicks." RM: I think the actual situation came from the first time we all went to a place called, "The Gosport Tavern". He had only been here for about a week. He had blue dreads at the time, and he has a lot of tattoos. We walked in and some drunk, fat bitch walks up to him and says, "What do you think this is, a fucking Bon Jovi concert?" He just backed up, threw his arms in the air, and said, "What the hell was that all about?" It was a good question; we look nothing like Bon Jovi! (laughs)RG: "Outcast"? C: How honest should I be? (Laughing) So, Bret moves out here and doesn't have a job, or friends outside of the band. He would sit at home all alone and stay up for two and three days at a time, playing Nintendo. He had nothing to do outside of the band; he was missing home and his friends where he had something to do, and it was like a cry for help. RG: Where do you see Thundercore in the next five years?C: I would like to see us expand into a well-known national act; international would be better! (Laughs)RG: If you had your choice to tour with a band, who would it be?RM: Fear Factory or Soulfly.RG: What music do you listen to?C: I've been listening to a lot of local stuff more than anything: Industrial Strength, Lift. Fear Factory, of course. RM: I have five CD's in my CD player right now - and they are: Paradox44, Puya, Pantera's new album, Soulfly, and Coal Chamber's new one. RG: What would you like to say in closing?RM: Check us out on the web at www.thundercore.com. We're also on the Suicidal Tendencies Tribute on Dwell Records. You can pick it up at any major record store, and you can buy our album at www.sonicattack.com, amazon.com, angelo.com, or our web site. Blitz - November, 1999On the spot with thundercore!Thundercore will soon be visible via their first full-length release, which should be out in early 2000. In the meantime, they are accessible online at www.thundercore.com. "Indianapolis has a distinct lack of hardcore bands out there," says guitarist, Rob Mason (far left). "You could say we're new-school hardcore meets old-school thrash." When Thundercore guitarists Rob Mason and Dan Morley first joined forces nearly three years ago, they really had no idea where they were going or where they would end up. All they did know was that they wanted to write music together, and knew the rest would take care of itself. "It was a hard thing to do," Mason says. "We had no idea which way we were going back then. It was just, 'whatever'. Some of the stuff we wrote was really heavy, and some of it was more laid back." They also toggled on their band name. First, Mason and Morley - along with vocalist Bret Simmons, bassist Chris Morley, and drummer Nate Poorman - called themselves Death Chain. And over the years, they also performed as Scarecrow. But in 1998, the band collectively decided on Thundercore - a name that stuck. Along with the permanent name change came a more definite direction in style and the conviction that it was the right way to go. "We do what we want to do and kind of let the fans come to us," says guitarist Morley. "We've pretty much defined our own thing now." That confidence in themselves - and their writing abilities - has helped the hardcore quintet gain support from both the Indianapolis music community and local fans. "We've gotten a lot of positive feedback," says Chris, "We're constantly approached by people who listen to our demos and see our shows. That's pretty good motivation." Mason agrees, "I haven't anything negative yet. We've given away hundreds of demo tapes and, so far, everyone has given us a positive response." The actual CD version o f the band's self-titled, full-length debut is currently in the duplication stage - but Mason promises it will be out within the next few months. "The Indianapolis music scene is definitely breaking out of its shell," says Simmons. "It's a good time for the CD to come out. I'm kind of shocked that, in a year, the scene has really turned around." Ultimately, Mason says that, although the Indy scene can sometimes be a challenge, "you get exactly what you put into it."Eternal Jam Magazine Review - August, '99Thundercore - Shift EP (demo) This two song demo tape rocks. If this is the type of sound they are going for, they are off to a great start. "Global" and "Circus of Rats" remind me of stuff by Fear Factory and Sepultura. I look forward to hearing more from Thundercore. They have great potential. Blitz Magazine - August '99 ... New on the scene is Thundercore, featuring Bret Simmons on vocals, Dan Morley and Rob Mason on guitar, Chris Morley on bass, and Nate Poorman on drums. All but Simmons hail from Bloomington and have returned to the Indy scene after recording a full-length project - tentatively called "Crawl" - at Ivory Sound in Minneapolis, Minnesota with producer Freeman James. The quintet was recently featured in regional zine "Eternal Jam" and was compared to Sepultura and Fear Factory. Check them out at the Purple Underground in Indy August 8th or visit them online at www.thundercore.com and get a free tape......the latter half of 1999 will also spawn from many of the area's up-and-comings, including...Thundercore. The Evening World Newspaper - August, '99FIRST ALBUM BY "THUNDERCORE" TO BE RELEASED SOON; GROUP HAS STRONG OWEN CONNECTIONSby Tom DouglasAlthough the band known as "thundercore" was organized in 1996, it appears 1999 may be the year the five members will remember best.Rob Mason, who initially formed the band with Dan S. Morley, recently announced the group has completed a new album that should be available on CD for nationwide distribution in September or early October.The album, with "nine tracks", is currently being mastered professionally and will be available at record stores, as well as on the band's website: www.thundercore.com.Although "thundercore" is home-based in the Indianapolis area, Mason, who lives at Camby, emphasized that every member of the group has ties to Owen County.The band includes Mason and Dan Morley on guitars, Dan's brother Chris Morley, on bass, Nathan Poorman on drums, and Bret Simmons as the vocalist.Mason was born in Owen County and is the son of Catherine Schuler, who currently makes her home in Bloomington, and the late Robert E. Mason. His grandfather, the late Robert J. Mason, was Owen County Sheriff from 1971 to 1978.Dan Morley and his brother Chris, both make their home in Owen County, Dan living in the Cataract area while Chris lives in Spencer. The brothers ar the sons of Judith "Nan" Morley of Freedom and the late Steve Morley.Poorman is also from Owen County and currently resides in Bloomington. His parents are Steve and Mona Poorman. His father lives in Martinsville and is in a band called "Pearl", while his mother lives in Bloomington and is in a well-established country band called " Big Country". According to Mason, "Big Country" is a very popular, successful group that has toured both the U.S. and Canada.The fifth member of "thundercore", Bret Simmons, is originally from Hartford, Connecticut, but now makes his home in Spencer.According to Mason, he and Dan Morley started the band "for the sole purpose of writing and performing original, groove-oriented, heavy music."Accordng to a news release, "In the years since forming the band, "thundercore" has created a distinct sound and an onstage image that is in-your-face and entirely their own. An integral part of their sound is the rhythm section comprised of percussionist Poorman and Chris Morley on bass."Mason emphasized that "Poorman's contribution is immeasurable; combining unbelievable speed and precision, while maintaining an underlying groove that gives "thundercore" a fresh sound without alienating the listener. This, combined with a huge bass sound from Chris Morley, crushing guitars, and front-man Simmons (who is on a mission to get your attention and keep it) makes "thundercore" an extreme, raucous riot; an act you will not soon forget."Mason explained, "After auditioning Bret (Simmons) in June 1998, we were approached by our referral service to provide a current tape of the band featuring Bret on vocals. We sent a three song demo that we recorded at Single Tree Studios in Bloomington a few weeks later."He continued, "In September the company called us again. Our agent Jan Olsen, said that he had shared the tape with a friend who is a producer, and wanted to know if it would be acceptable to record some songs for him. He requested that we get it to him as quickly as possible, so we recorded twelve songs on my four-track home studio that weekend and rushed it to Jan."From that point, it was just a few days before the band heard from the producer, Freeman James, indicating he listened to the material and was very interested in talking with the group. Mason said, " we teleconfernced with him that same day. Mr. James has been in the industry for many years and has worked with acts like the 'MC5', "Grand Funk Railroad", Elvis Presley and founded the band 'spirit'. After meeting with Mr. James in Minneapolis, Minnesota, he invited us to come back to record a couple of songs at Ivory Sound in Channhassen, which we did at the end of September last year."That tape was mastered, and "thundercore" was invited back to Minneapolis to record an entire album and shoot a video... all at Mr. James' expense.The completed album will simply carry the name of the band "thundercore."In the short time that "thundercore" has been together, they have managed to win a very loyal base of fans that grows with every performance, due in large part to the band's ability to promote itself and impress audiences with explosive performances.In addition to merchandising at live shows and on their website, part of "thundercore's" promotion strategy has been to enlist a growing number of "street team" members to help distribute demo tapes and other promotional materials. The method has been very successful in gainng new fans and, in return, more Sepulcral Zine Interview - September, 2000INTERVIEW TO THUNDERCORE FROM SEPULCRAL ZINE1. Please first tell me some biographic event about the band.Bret: All I have to say is that Thundercore is one of the most "real" bands out there. We all want the same thing: to deliver our experiences to everyone who cares to listen.Rob: Dan and I formed the band out of the ashes of our old band, Outrage, in 1996. From the beginning, we knew that what we wanted to sound like�so it was just a matter of finding our brothers; they share our same vision�and have helped us take it farther than we ever dreamed possible. 2. How emerge the idea to form THUNDERCORE and what are your main goals?Rob: Our goals are really quite simple: to propagate thundercore internationally! Chris: We formed for the love of playing original, heavy music. Our goal is to make this band our careers.Nate: I want people to bang heads and throw elbows.3. Tell us how so you enter to the Underground Music and why you choose to play Metal core music?Dan - It's one of the few types of music that doesn't set limits on sound or lyrical content.Chris: It's only underground because the masses have been brainwashed to believe that it is. Metalgives us a rush and allows more freedom of expression than other genres would.Bret: Well, we are all influenced by different styles of music. For me, metal is my life and that's how I choose to express myself.Nate: Metal is the only music that I can play as fast as I want. Plus I love the way the heavy shit makes me feel.Rob: I am very influenced by bands like Sepultura, Fear Factory and Pantera. I've always related to the aggression of Metal core music. Besides, I would not want to play music that everyone is comfortable with. If you do that, your motives are not pure.4. What is the topic of your lyrics and who writes the music?Rob: It's truly a group effort. Chris: Mostly our songs are based on personal experiences. Bret does most of the lyrics. The music is a group thing.Bret: I write most of the lyrics. We don't limit ourselves; whatever we feel, we write.5. Tell us about the scene in your zone and what other bands into your style exist actually?Chris: Our scene is growing. Crowds can be fickle. Paradox44, Perfect Nothing, Dent and Industrial Strength are some of the many bands who play heavy music locally.Bret: The scene here could be better. Fans usually crowd around bands that they are friends with. Bands like us, Paradox44 and Industrial Strength are getting new fans every day.Dan: The seen it's self has a lot of supporters and has grown a lot since we've started. There are a lot of new metal bands in our area, but none of them really have our distinct sound.Rob: The U.S. scene is alive and well. It's a little harder to break into though�because Underground music is not widely accepted, especially in the Midwest. However, once the fans take a liking to you, you're in like Flynn. 6. Please tell me about the problems do you confront more frequently and how so difficult is for your band to play in live?Rob: The biggest problem is getting paid. Chris: Getting shows is fairly easy. Usually playing is no problem. The scheduling by the venues is generally chaotic and they don't pay well.Bret: The only problem for us is getting up in the morning. As for playing live, we do what we do. People see that and respect it. It's all real.Nate: Cops, police.7. How many shows do you had played and which was the best event?Chris: We've played tons of shows. Our first show at a place called the Lazer Zone stands out. It was a great crowd.Bret: The number of shows is uncountable. The best was Wombat Fest; those kids know how to have a good time.Nate: Never had a satisfying show. It is satisfying to see people get moshed and bashed.Rob: We play countless shows�and the best ones tend to be in the Chicago area. The fans are rabid up there! Dan: We've played to many shows to count. The best I would say was our most recent at Wombat Fest. The support of the fans was awesome.8. Which bands have shared stage with you?Chris: Disarray, Paradox44, Dent, Perfect Nothing, loads of other good bands.Bret: Industrial Strength, Paradox44, Blokhead, Grissel, E-town Concrete. There have been so many.Nate: Good bands, Grissel, Hurt, Industrial Strength.Rob: Some of our favorites are Paradox44, Disarray, Hurt, and Legion.9. How was the response to your CD from the Underground crowd?Chris: People who listen to the album love it.Bret: The only word I can use is awesome. Dan: I think the response from the underground crowd was probably the most significant.Rob: Very positive! 10. How is the promotion for your new CD and how many countries are your band known?Chris: Promotion is going great, the word is spreading. Canada, many European and South American countries have been good to us. I'm not even sure I could give a list.Bret-Promotion could improve no matter where you go. Thundercore can be found in places like Germany, Brazil, and I think we were on the charts in Romania.Rob: We were just picked up by a European label called Sonic Attack; with them behind us, we will break out on a worldwide scale now. Before Sonic Attack, we were getting airplay in Brazil, Romania and Poland. We also have a following in Mexico. The record label is great because the web site allows anyone to download our music. The web site address is http://www.sonicattack.com just search for thundercore.11. Tell us some characteristic about each band member and do you learn to play his instruments?Rob: Nate is the crazy one in the band. If anyone is going to get rowdy, it's definitely him. He gets us moving. Dan is the conscience of the band. He's a very spiritual person, and can be the angel on your shoulder when you're thinking of getting too far out of line - unless it comes to women - then he's just like the rest of us: Hellbound! (laughs) Chris is pretty quiet; he's the thinker. You'll see him sitting back, drinking a St. Pauli Girl and smoking a cigarette. Bret is two different people. When he's just hanging out, he's one of the most laid-back people I have ever met, but put him on a stage and all of that energy and anger and expression comes out in an explosion. It's a pretty amazing transformation to see. As for myself�I'm definitely the most emotional. I tend to wear my nerves on the outside of my skin. One thing everyone should know is that we're all brothers; we love and respect what each of us brings to thundercore. We trade instruments all the time�just for fun. And when Nate has an idea for a song, he'll climb out of his drum set and pick up a guitar. 12. Tell us about your future plans.Rob: We hope to tour the United States and Europe very soon, and hope for the opportunity to play in South America. We've heard the fans there are great! Chris: Definitely more gigs and beginning work on a new album.Dan: To take this band as far as we can go.13. Last words?Rob: Stay heavy and don't let the bastards get you down! Dan: Bring on the women!Chris: I want to come to South America! Nate: I love drugs and alcohol.bookings and press interest in specific areas.Anyone desiring to learn more about booking "thundercore" should call 1-317-767-3609 or email thundercor@aol.comFor tapes, CD's, and other "thundercore merchandise, hit them on the web at www.thundercore.com.

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