Artist description Q has a unique sound, one that has been quoted as “Completely new and refreshing”. With styles & influences ranging from “industrial”, “heavy metal” and “techno”. Q uses programmed sequences that adds to their music and creates a fuller, almost orchestral sound. Their style is heavy but melodic and produces songs with an almost pop sensibility. During the writing process much thought it directed towards the live presentation. Nothing is written without the ability of being able to recreate it live. Amongst their growing list of accomplishments the band was voted the #1 progressive/experimental band in 2002 Valley ADVOCATE “GRAND BAND SLAM”. The voting consisted of mailed-in & online ballots from the W.Mass readers/ club goers. The main focus of the band is the writing and the performance of the music. Each member of Q has a wide variety of influences that would be too long to list. The band pours their heart and soul into every note. Therefore the end result of all four members creates the band Q. This is real. This is Q

Music Style Industrial Metal

Musical Influences Faith No More, Nine Inch Nails, Ministry, The Misfits, Tori Amos

Similar Artists Faith No More, Nine Inch Nails, Ministry, The Misfits, Tori Amos, Mudvayne

Artist History Q is based out of the Springfield Mass area. The band was founded in the year 2000 by the three original members. Jason Hyde - guitars and programming. Melissa Benerakis - vocals. Eric White- drums and most recently Eric Bousquet- Bass.

Group Members Melissa Benerakis - Vocals Jason Hyde - Guitar & Programing Eric White - Drums Eric Bousquet - Bass

Instruments Guitar, Keyboard, Drums & Bass

Press Reviews WORMTOWN.ORG “Just another Thursday night in the underbelly? Uhhhh I don’t think so!!!” Review of Thurs, February 15, 2003 @ THE LUCKY DOG MUSIC HALL. 89 Green ST. Worcester, MA 01604 By: WEDNESDAY We were about to be treated to waves of richly textured full bodied sound delivered by 4 artists from western mass simply called Q. Not only was the music intense, but their stage presence nearly catapulted us into sensory overload. Out of the initial darkness on stage emerged well placed visual effects that kept all eyes glued to Q’s set. Blue tube lights wound through the drum kit as complex and powerful rhythms set the foundation. A neon glow edged the lead guitar as slick riffs flowed effortlessly from these talented hands. We were pummeled by a powerful and intelligent bass line that was both scary and teasing as it drew us in closer. And in the center of the storm was an incredibly strong vocal performance delivered by an almost dreamlike siren who lurked… prowled… crept…and just plain took control from her first note. There just aren’t enough adjectives to describe Q. This is a band you just got to experience. So check them out…You’ll thank me. To read the whole night’s review click here: http://www.wormtown.org/images/wednesday/jVSMreview.jpg

Location Springfield, ma - USA

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