Everdown
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1992 |
| Headquarters | Manchester, New Hampshire , United States |
| Products | Christian metal music |
Everdown is a Christian metal group originating from Manchester, New Hampshire, United States. Initially formed in 1992, the ensemble ceased activities in 1998 but reassembled in 2009, subsequently producing two new tracks. The lineup has featured drummer Chris Wible, lead guitarist Nate Shumaker, vocalist Erik Adams, rhythm guitarists John Helmig, Dave Ball, Rob Wolfe (who also briefly served as lead vocalist), alongside bassists John Becht, Ryan Leech, Zach Wells, Chris Allain, Bryan Young, and Mark "Rug" Fields.
History
The band was established in 1992 under the name Dry Bones with Erik Adams on vocals, Nate Shumaker as lead guitarist, and Chris Wible on drums. They released a 7" vinyl EP titled Dry Bones that same year, followed by a demo in 1993 before adopting the name Crawlspace. Adams departed in 1993 and was temporarily replaced by Rob Wolffe, formerly of Sacrament, until 1994.
Their first full-length album, Sicken, was produced and engineered by Kurt Bachman and Joey Daub of Believer at Trauma Studios located in Colebrook, Pennsylvania.
Influences
Everdown acknowledges inspiration from bands such as Sam Black Church, Only Living Witness, Stomp Box, The Crucified, Living Sacrifice, Metallica, and Sick of it All.
Members
- Current
- John Helmig – rhythm guitar and backing vocals (1995–1998, 2009–present)
- Erik Adams – lead vocals (1992–1993, 1994–1998, 2009–present)
- Chris Wible – drums (1992–1998, 2009–present)
- John Becht – bass guitar (1995–1998, 2009–present)
- Nate Shumaker – lead guitar (1992–1998)
- Former
- Ryan Leach – bass guitar (1995)
- Zack Wells – bass guitar (1995)
- Chris Allain – bass guitar (1992–1993, 1994–1995)
- Bryan Young – bass guitar (1993–1994)
- Rob Wolfe – rhythm guitar and vocals (1993–1994) (ex-Sacrament)
- Mark "Rug" Fields – bass guitar (1998) (ex-Proclamation)
- Dave Ball – rhythm guitar (1994–1995)
Timeline
Discography
- As Dry Bones
- Dry Bones (EP; 1992)
- Demo (Demo; 1993)
- As Crawlspace
- Shelter (EP; 1994)
- As Everdown
- Sicken (Album; 1995)
- Straining (Album; 1996)
- WD40/Black Clover (EP; 2009)
- Coleman/MR. Brown (EP; 2015)
Bibliography
- A. Jenison, David (March 1995). "ever down". Heaven's Metal Magazine. Retrieved on March 16, 2018.
- Pelt, Doug Van (March 1995). "Sicken". Heaven's Metal Magazine. Retrieved on March 16, 2018.
- Hill, Don (1996). "Straining". Cornerstone. Retrieved on March 16, 2018.
- Pelt, Doug Van (February 1996). "Straining". HM Magazine. Retrieved on March 16, 2018.
- "Straining". Garlic Press. Spring 1996. Retrieved on March 16, 2018.
- "Everdown". 7ball. March 1996. Retrieved on March 16, 2018.
- Hershey, Brent (April 1996). "Everdown". HM Magazine. Retrieved on March 16, 2018.
- "Hardnews: Everdown". HM Magazine. July 1997. Retrieved on March 16, 2018.
- Powell, Mark Allan (2002). "Everdown". The Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music. Retrieved on March 16, 2018.
External links
- Episode 10 – Chris Wible on Urban Achiever Podcast