Artist description Divided by Zero is an original band from San Diego that fuses elements of melodic hard rock, punk, and reggae to create a highly original sound that combines metal's aggressiveness with classic hooks and melodies. Divided by Zero originally began as Ghoulspoon, a band that mixed hard rock with live hip-hop and creepy reggae, usually in the same song. The live shows included elaborate stage props and often featured cover songs by Bob Marley, Pixies, Motley Crue, Bad Brains, Stevie Wonder, The Cars, Slayer, and Devo. These eclectic influences earned the band a diverse and loyal following throughout Southern California. Over the years, the band has played hundreds of shows with many rising acts such as 311, Korn, Deftones, Incubus, Foo Fighters, Sugar Ray, Sublime, Kottonmouth Kings, Kid Rock, P.O.D., Zebrahead, Coal Chamber, (HED)pe, and No Doubt. Without the benefit of a manager, agent, or major label, the band independently sold tens of thousands of demos, 7-inches, and CD's including 1994's "To Serve Man", 1996's "Medication", and 1999's "Fever", which became the #1 selling album in San Diego and was nominated for Best Rock Album at the 2000 San Diego Music Awards. In addition to having songs on the soundtracks to many surf/skate/snow films and countless compilation albums, the band's music was also featured on Jim Rome's nationally syndicated sports talk show, "The Jungle", and on the soundtrack for the video games Twisted Metal 4 and TJ Lavin's Ultimate BMX. In 2000, they were chosen out of all the local San Diego bands to open up for KIOZ Rock 105.3's "When Bands Attack" which featured The Cult, Foo Fighters, Deftones, Incubus, and Taproot. After being named Best Hard Rock/Metal Band at the 2001 San Diego Music Awards, Ghoulspoon went through a lineup change and was reborn as Divided By Zero. The band released the 4-song "Separation Ep" in Summer 2003, and the disc was quickly nominated as Best Hard Rock Album at the 2003 San Diego Music Awards. With a renewed sense of purpose and an album's worth of material ready to record, Divided by Zero is splitting its time between touring the Southwest and completing a full-length album.

Music Style Heavy and melodic with a bit of hip-hop and reggae

Musical Influences Slayer, Bob Marley, Devo and Billie Holiday

Similar Artists Incubus, 311, Mr. Bungle, Deftones

Group Members Zach Goode-Vocals, Jeremy Ronstadt-Guitar, James Albers-Guitar, Rice-Bass, Steven Moran-Drums

Albums The Separation Ep

Press Reviews From www.thescenela.com Divided By Zero at The Viper Room Friday, June 21 2002 by Caren Spitler This band is just another reason to get off your ass and turn off the TV. If you can catch these San Diego madmen in town playing a local haunt, I suggest you do just that... get off the couch and go! This was the first show for the newly renamed band. Divided by Zero is a band that by any other name still rocks! Bringing you the storm of sound are guitarist Jeremy Ronstadt, on bass Rice Enright, drummer Jason Vick, vocalist Zach Goode, and the newest addition on the second axe James Albers. Divided by Zero are heavily percussive and tighter than ever they pulled out a forceful groove that had the crowd wanting more. Intense vocals give this band life, but the spirit truly lives in the rhythm section. Jason's beats keep it moving strong at moments bringing you to the edge just before he switches and give you sweet release. Rice on the other end helps you feel the groove down to the bone, he works the bass like few do, but more should. Those who have known the band over the years as Ghoulspoon know that they pull their musical power from many different styles. What has emerged over time is a style that is completely unique to the band. There's still a slight taste of influences here and there, of everything from Bob Marley to Zeppelin with some Chili Peppers thrown into the mix. What you end up with in the end is a metallic mixture that has both balls and a soul. Divided by Zero is a band to watch cause they are definitely ready to step up to the next phase. The Viper Room Friday, June 21st by Caren Spitler This band is just another reason to get off your ass and turn off the TV. If you can catch these San Diego madmen in town playing a local haunt, I suggest you do just that... get off the couch and go! This was the first show for the newly renamed band. Divided by Zero is a band that by any other name still rocks! Bringing you the storm of sound are guitarist Jeremy Ronstadt, on bass Rice Enright, drummer Jason Vick, vocalist Zach Goode, and the newest addition on the second axe James Albers. Divided by Zero are heavily percussive and tighter than ever they pulled out a forceful grove that had the crowd wanting more. Intense vocals give this band life, but the spirit truly lives in the rhythm section. Jason's beats keep it moving strong at moments bringing you to the edge just before he switches and give you sweet release. Rice on the other end helps you feel the grove down to the bone, he works the bass like few do, but more should. Those who have known the band over the years as Ghoulspoon know that they pull their musical power from many different styles. What has emerged over time is a style that is completely unique to the band. There's still a slight taste of influences here and there, of everything from Bob Marley to Zeppelin with some Chili Peppers thrown into the mix. What you end up with in the end is a metallic mixture that has both balls and a soul. Divided by Zero is a band to watch cause they are definitely ready to step up to the next phase. We'll be watching to see what this band does next until then check them out at www.dividedbyzero.tv.

Location San Diego, CA - USA

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