PRP: Hey. Thanks for your time. Well, how did Gryp's members got together to form a band?
Curtis: Johnny D and I were playing in a band together and we formed a new one with Jeremy, and added Jason even later.
PRP: Who are in the band at all?
Curtis: Curtis - Vocals / Johnny Dee - Drums / Jeremy - Bass / Jason - Guitar
PRP: Why you decided to play the instrument you do, or, to sing? Anyone inspired you?
Curtis: I've always admired vocals and guitarists. I use to play guitar and sing in this one as well until we picked up Jason. I put my guitar down since he crushes me.
PRP: How long have you guys been together as a band?
Curtis: 3 years
PRP: Any material released?
Curtis: Our first full length album "Indecision" was released
worldwide Jun 23, 99 on Metro One music / Metrovox.
PRP: How you got your name?
Curtis: It comes from John 10:28 in the Bible. It is about
the grip Christ has on you when you become a Christian.
PRP: How would you describe your band's sound to someone who has never heard you guys?
Curtis: Hard Alternative with a taste of Hardcore. In the vein of Korn, Limp Bizkit, Manson, Deftones, etc.
PRP: How's the process of creating songs? Lyrics first, music second?
Curtis: Always music 1st. The lyrics go with the flow of the music and the topic we choose for me to write about.
PRP: How's the music scene there in Fresno, CA.?
Curtis: There is a small scene but we seem to have a fairly large following here.
PRP: Influences of the band?
Curtis: Korn, Deftones, POD, Limp Bizkit, Snot, Manson etc.
PRP: Best underground band out there, in your opinion?
Curtis: Adeama from Bako. They will be huge! (Forgive me, Mark, if I spelled it wrong)
PRP: All Time Favorite Band?
Curtis: In the 80's it was Motley Crue. Now, the bands I mentioned above including Slipknot.
PRP: What would be the tour of your dreams? Your band plus....?
Curtis: Any of the above mentioned bands.
PRP: Any big plans in the horizon?
Curtis: Touring nonstop.
PRP: Last show you went?
Curtis: The Roxy in Hollywood, CA.
PRP: Anything you wanna add? Last comments?
Curtis: Hey, GRYP will be playing on Wednesday, July 28th, at 3:45pm - 4:15pm on the indoor stage at the TOMFEST northwest in Stevenson, Washington near Portland. (Over 160 of the best alternative bands around) For more info on the TOMFEST go to www.tomfest.com. (GRYP is not listed on the site yet but will be playing in Broomtree's slot) For more info on GRYP go to www.gryp.net. See you in the PIT!
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