Artist description A power trio, this band wowed audiences with technically proficient playing and a hyperactive stage show; their powerful harmony vocals and crunching riffs were often compared to great bands like Queensryche and King's X. The live show had no equal -- up front, the guitarist and bassist had completely wireless gear (including headset microphones) and were never in the same place for long. It also wasn't unusual to see Mark jamming on bass and keys while singing (Geddy-style), as Scott sang a harmony line while flailing a pyrotechnic solo. Meanwhile, Mike added a third vocal as he pounded away in 13/8. For just a trio, a whole lot of sound came from the stage. :-)

Music Style Progressive Hard Rock

Musical Influences Queensryche, King's X, Fates Warning, Beatles, Petra

Similar Artists Queensryche, King's X, Fates Warning

Artist History Ransomed Soul played for several years in the early 90's at many fixtures in the Philadelphia area, including the now defunct Bonnie's Roxx and the Cabaret clubs. The band broke up in 1994, and Mark and Scott moved on to form Second Story - check out Second Story here on MP3.com!

Group Members Mark Gollihur (Vocals, Bass, Keyboards) Scott Lewis (Vocals, Guitars) Michael Ormond (Vocals, Drums)

Instruments Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keyboards, Vocal Harmonies

Albums The Seeds of Time (1991), Timeline (1992)

Press Reviews Many...

Location Blackwood, NJ - USA

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