Gwen Stacy (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | December 2004 |
| Founder | Brent Schindler, T. J. Sego |
| Defunct | November 7, 2010 (initial disbandment) |
| Fate | Disbanded in 2010; reunion in 2014 |
| Headquarters | Indianapolis , United States |
| Products | Metalcore music |
Gwen Stacy was a metalcore group originating from Indianapolis, Indiana, active between 2004 and 2010, with a reunion announced in April 2014. The band's name was inspired by the character Gwen Stacy from The Amazing Spider-Man.
Origins and initial period (2004–2008)
Gwen Stacy was established in December 2004 by Brent Schindler and T. J. Sego. After several personnel adjustments, the lineup stabilized with Cole Wallace, Brent Schindler, T.J. Sego, Patrick Meadows, and Mike Bryant. In 2007, the band secured a deal with Ferret Records and launched their debut album, The Life I Know, on February 5, 2008. The release garnered mixed critiques; Alternative Press awarded it 1.5 out of 5 stars, whereas AllMusic rated it 2.5 out of 5, highlighting the band's proficient yet somewhat unoriginal approach to metalcore.
Personnel shifts and A Dialogue release (2009)
Towards the end of 2008, vocalist Geoff Jenkins, previously with Once Nothing, joined Gwen Stacy. Throughout 2009, the band embarked on extensive tours supporting groups such as Our Last Night, Vanna, Poison the Well, and 36 Crazy Fists. Guitarist Jordan Tomb, also from Once Nothing, participated in tours during this period.
Their sophomore album was recorded under producer Andreas Magnusson, recognized for his collaborations with Haste the Day and Oh, Sleeper. A Dialogue was released on October 20, 2009 via Solid State Records. The band produced two music videos for tracks "The First Words" and "A Dialogue," both directed by Jeremy E. Jackson and featuring former member Chris Suter.
To support the album, Gwen Stacy toured alongside Ice Nine Kills, Stray from the Path, and subsequently opened for Haste The Day with Amarna Reign in December of that year.
Departure of T.J. Sego and disbandment (2010)
Founding drummer T.J. Sego departed in late May 2010 to focus on academic pursuits and other interests. Shortly after, in early June, Gwen Stacy welcomed Brett Sibley as their new drummer and Matt Strahl as a permanent second guitarist; both musicians had previously played with Venable. This revamped lineup toured with Inhale Exhale and This or the Apocalypse. Additionally, they took part in the No Bummer Summer tour alongside A City Serene and Lower Definition in July. A brief tour commenced on September 2 with Indianapolis-based Amarna Reign. On November 7, 2010, Gwen Stacy announced their dissolution through Myspace and performed their final show at Rhino's in Bloomington, IN on November 20.
Reunion and subsequent activities (2014–present)
In April 2014, original members reunited for a single performance at the Irving Theater in Indianapolis on June 14, sharing the stage with Deadera, Once Nothing, and SpeedGod. An Indiegogo campaign was launched to finance this event, with social media statements clarifying that this reunion was intended as a one-off occasion rather than a full-scale comeback.
In 2015, guitarist Patrick Meadows became part of the Indiana-based band Barricades.
Members
Final lineup
- Geoff Jenkins – lead vocals (2008–2010, 2014), rhythm guitar (2008–2010)
- Brent Schindler – bass guitar, clean vocals (2004–2010, 2014)
- Patrick Meadows – lead guitar (2006–2010, 2014), rhythm guitar (2005–2006)
- Brett Sibley – drums (2010, 2014)
- Matt Strahl – rhythm guitar (2010, 2014)
Former members
- Cole Wallace – lead vocals (2005–2008)
- Chris Suter – lead vocals, rhythm guitar (2004–2005)
- Josh Rickard – lead guitar (2004–2006)
- Bobby Oakley – lead vocals (2008), rhythm guitar (2007–2008)
- T.J Sego – drums (2004–2010)
Timeline
Studio albums
| Release Date | Album Title | Record Label |
| November 20, 2005 | ...I Believe in Humility | Independently released |
| February 5, 2008 | The Life I Know | Ferret Music |
| October 20, 2009 | A Dialogue | Solid State Records |
Music videos
- "The Fear in Your Eyes" featured on The Life I Know
- "The First Words" taken from A Dialogue
- "A Dialogue" title track from A Dialogue