Artist description The Prize - Boston Herald 02/04/01 "A retro-metal movement in Boston? Believe it. The Prize, like Waltham and a surging number of other Hub bands, shuns the tough-guy pimpcore scene for a more polished rock sound, reminiscient of early '80's metal - without the spandex and hairspray. On their self-titled debut,The Prize proudly and unabashedly cranks out anthemic metal in the vein of Queensryche and early Van Halen, while their youthful exuberance hints at Aussie grungers Silverchair. Songs like "Deer Women" and "I Hope" are catchy hard rockers, complete with heavy guitar hooks, sweeping choruses, and impressive metal solos by lead axeman Dave Martel. The band not only shows metal prowess, but also their Hub roots on "Neely", a tribute to former Bruin Cam." Dave Wedge, Boston Herald, 2/04/01

Music Style Rock Originals

Musical Influences Van Halen, Led Zeppelin, Hendrix, etc

Similar Artists People have said we sound like early Van Halen, Waltham (local boston band), Silverchair, and Led Zeppelin

Artist History The Prize has been a band for 4 years. Originally called No Warning, they worked their way up into the Boston music scene. This past May (2002), The Prize relocated to Los Angeles, where they are currently working hard to build a following with the MANY shows they have pending!

Group Members Andy Gullinello - Vocals Dave Martel - Guitars Mike Grillo - Drums and Percussion Kyler Clark - Electric Bass, Backing vocals

Instruments Bass, Guitar, Vocals, Drums

Albums Hell's Best Friend (01), Neely (00), Burndown (98)

Press Reviews The Prize - Boston Herald 02/04/01 "A retro-metal movement in Boston? Believe it. The Prize, like Waltham and a surging number of other Hub bands, shuns the tough-guy pimpcore scene for a more polished rock sound, reminiscient of early '80's metal - without the spandex and hairspray. On their self-titled debut,The Prize proudly and unabashedly cranks out anthemic metal in the vein of Queensryche and early Van Halen, while their youthful exuberance hints at Aussie grungers Silverchair. Songs like "Deer Women" and "I Hope" are catchy hard rockers, complete with heavy guitar hooks, sweeping choruses, and impressive metal solos by lead axeman Dave Martel. The band not only shows metal prowess, but also their Hub roots on "Neely", a tribute to former Bruin Cam." Dave Wedge, Boston Herald, 2/04/02 Moving Up - Brockton Enterprise 11/11/01 Just about every child who learned to play guitar or drums has had a "garage band" at some time or another.  One band, which began here in Brockton, is moving up the gig road and has played the Hard Rock Cafe among other big time venues.  The performers - Andy Gulinello, Mike Grillo, Kyler Clarke, and Dave Martel - make up The Prize; a power trio with vocalizations by Gulinello.  I got hold of a CD to hear what was being produced by local studio owner Lou Villani at the Track Shack, and reminisced to a sound that might best describe my high school years...hard rock! With influences that range from Zappa, Clapton, Zeppelin, and even Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, these guys are finding their own sound.  Brockton is indeed bursting with talent! by Andrea Bates, Brockton Enterprise Executive Director for the Brockton Symphony

Additional Info 15425 Sherman Way, #209 Van Nuys, CA 91406

Location Van Nuys, CA - USA

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