Artist description melody driven hardcore with a twist of emo to die for

Music Style Hardcore Punk Emo

Musical Influences Cody Frisch

Similar Artists Grade, Hot Water Music, Good Riddance, As Friends Rust, Saved By Grace, Thursday, Piebald

Artist History Chapter 1: On January 26, 2001, we lost two special friends, Andy T. Maas and Cody J. Frisch. They were traveling southbound to Marshfield, Wisconsin when they hit a patch of ice. The vehicle lost traction and slid into oncoming traffic when another car struck them from the side. The car was split in half leaving the two passengers in the front with minor injuries. The two in the back, (Cody and Andy) however, didn’t make it. This day will never be erased from our minds and not a day goes by that we don’t think of them. Cold January Farewell, originally known as Glimpse of Hope, was formed by Cody and Adam, in Adam’s garage during the summer of 2000. They continued writing songs, and soon after, Cory Kromray joined the band as the bass player. Also, at the beginning of the school year, a foreign exchange student, named Sebastian Ostreich, tried out at singing, and had an incredible voice. As the songs got more technical and harder, his voice matured into an amazing scream, which left the band with many options of song style. At this time, Cody was also in a band called First Class Failure with Erick (drums) and Zack (bass/vocals). As time went on, the two bands merged and Erick and Zack joined Glimpse of Hope as well. Zack took over on bass and backup vocals and Erick played drums. For a few months everything went great and the band was writing amazing songs and was scheduled to record sometime in mid-February. However, two weeks before the recording date, the accident occurred and many things changed…Cold January Farewell Chapter 2: Upon Cody’s death, Cold January Farewell was left as a four-piece. But in time, Sebastian returned to Germany and the band was then left to a three-piece. Determined to keep Cody’s life and spirit alive through music, the remaining members (Zack, Erick, Adam) began playing with Ross Bruggink on guitar, who was in a punk band called Ten Fists Strong. Ross quickly became the newest member. Zack, Erick, and Ross equally assumed the responsibilities of vocals, and CJF played for much of their existence as a four-piece. Cold January Farewell returned to the studio in the fall of 2002 to record the follow up to “For Now Until Forever”. Upon completion, CJF began a search for a new lead singer. After practicing with Adam Reek, also formerly of Ten Fists Strong and currently in The Recoil Effect, the band was sure he was a perfect fit.Cold January Farewell, now consisting of Adam Ebbert, Erick Boustead, Zack Boustead, Ross Bruggink, and Adam Reek, continue to create heartfelt, passionate melodies, influenced by hardcore, punk, and emotive rock, harmonizing the joyous musical spirit of Cody James Frisch. To Be Continued…

Group Members Adam Ebbert-Guitar/Growls, Ross Bruggink-Guitar/Vocals, Zack Boustead-Bass/Vocals, Erick Boustead-Drums/Sreams, Adam Reek-Vocals

Instruments epitphone les paul custom, epiphone G-400 SG, Alvarez, Mapex Pro-M all maple SE clear coated 6 piece zilgian cymbals vater sticks DW pedal

Albums For Now Until Forever, A Glimpse of Hope

Press Reviews We sound like ENYA

Additional Info buy cds via email coldjanuaryfarewell@hotmail.com

Location Minocqua, Wisconsin - USA

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