Artist description Heavy, detuned guitars, throaty vocals with thoughtful lyrics.. Energetic and powerful music that doesn't take itself too seriously. If you like any one of the bands listed in the "sounds like" field, you'll probably find something that'll grab you.

Music Style Heavy enough to make you wanna kick your dog.

Musical Influences Way too diverse to get into here

Similar Artists Vision of Disorder, Coalesce, Botch, Crowbar, Compression, Poison the Well, Snapcase

Artist History Formed in Jan. '97, This Was Your Life has under- gone membership changes, their share of hard times and a ton of growth. TWYL's played with several national artists, including opening spots for Dog Fashion Disco, Boiler, and Compression. They rip tits. Unfortunately, they're defunct. If you're down with TWYL, you'll definitely love Tu Madre (http://www.mp3.com/tumadre), cuz Tu Madre features ex-TWYL members, vocalist Josh Nelson & guitarist Matt Defir. In fact, the 3 tracks off of the newest TWYL demo "Plowing Her South Forty" have wormed their way into Tu Madre's set. Don't miss the opportunity to check these guys out!

Group Members Josh Nelson - Vocals Matt DeFir - Guitars, Backing Vox Brian Cadd - Bass Guitar Chase Permann - Drums and Aux. Percussion

Instruments Shure Mics, Jackson Guitars, Tama Drums, SWR Bass Amplification, Zildjian Cymbals, Mesa Boogie AMPs

Albums Pure American Ugly

Location Virginia Beach, VA - USA

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