Before Their Eyes
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Before Their Eyes is a post-hardcore
band from Findlay
, Ohio
. The band is currently signed to InVogue Records
. Founded by vocalist Nick Moore
and former guitarist James Nahorny, the name of the band is taken from the New Testament
verse Romans 3:18: "There is no fear of God before their eyes." As of June 2011, Jarrett Hottman and Nick Moore are the last two original members. Their second album, The Dawn of My Death
, was released October 28, 2008. The album reached #10 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. Their third album, "Untouchable
", was released March 16, 2010. The album reached #22 on the Billboard Heatseekers Chart.
The band has played many tours, including: the upcoming Vans Warped Tour 2011, "Spring Break Your Heart Tour" with Forever The Sickest Kids
, Tonight Alive, We Are The In Crowd
& Breathe Carolina
, "The Bangover Tour" with blessthefall
, the "Coaxial Flutter Tour" alongside Saosin
, the Hot N' Heavy Tour alongside Drop Dead, Gorgeous
, and He Is Legend
, the Artery Across The Nation Tour with A Skylit Drive
and Four Letter Lie
, the Black on Black Tour with Escape the Fate
, the Scream the Prayer Tour in 2008 with Here I Come Falling
, and Agraceful, and the One Moment Management Tour with Eyes Set to Kill
, Ice Nine Kills
, I See Stars
, Oceana
, and LoveHateHero
.
Recently the band posted on Facebook, they are tracking a new album called "Redemption" that will be out in early 2012.
On February 5, 2010, Before Their Eyes released two more new songs, "Rick Vs Nick" and "Love Is Misery".
On March 9, the band released their third studio album, Untouchable
; the first single from the album is the song "Sing To Me".
On April 18, 2010, Nick Moore
(lead singer, keys, programming) announced that he was no longer in Before Their Eyes and asked for support for his new side project. This was announced on his Twitter page where he tweeted "I am no longer in Before Their Eyes. I hope you all support my new project like u did BTE when I started it.Official statement soon! Love,N".
On May 5, 2010, Landon Tewers (guitar and vocals) announced that he was leaving Before Their Eyes and that he would finish the remaining shows posted on the band's MySpace. This was announced on his Twitter and Live Journal. He is now in the band The Plot In You on Rise Records
as their lead singer.
On August 8, 2010, Elliott Gruenberg (guitar) announced that he was leaving Before Their Eyes. He would go to play with the band Legacy as their guitarist and, then join Blessthefall, later on.
According to the band's official Facebook page, they have gained three new members, a vocalist and two guitarists, and will be announcing a new one every Wednesday, beginning August 18, 2010. The first member announced was guitarist Jordan Disorbo. On Wednesday, August 25, 2010, Before Their Eyes posted a second video on their Facebook announcing the second new member of the band, Evan McKeever, who will be playing guitar and doing backup vocals for the band http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=801957593600 Though the band was unable to post an official video introduction for the new lead vocalist, the third and final new member, they have revealed him to be James Arnold, formerly of Ghosts Among Us & HiFi Horizon. The band has recently released a short song clip via Facebook featuring the new members.
They have recently posted a link to their website. The website is a page that consists of a few pictures of the band members with a microphone centered, the band name, the words "Mixing Business With Pleasure", and what was a countdown meter http://www.beforetheireyes.com/
On Dec. 13, 2010 they updated the www.beforetheireyes.com with what looked to be studio pictures and a microphone with the writing "Mixing Business with Pleasure" and had a countdown to early morning of Dec. 26th. With the site updated yet again, there is now a small video of a studio update from the band. In the video you can clearly see that vocalist Nicholas Moore is rehearsing vocals.
On Dec. 26, 2010 Nicholas Moore and the band announced via Facebook and Twitter that Moore was once again the band's lead vocalist. The band also said that they have a new single that will become available on iTunes within the next few weeks (through InVogue Records) and they have been writing & recording a new album that will be out early 2011.
On Jan. 2nd, the band announced that their single will be available on January 10, 2011 via i-tunes. The band also said the name of the single is "This Fantasy." The single was released as promised and has been added to the band's Facebook page. The song displays a noticeable change in Moore's singing voice, which has become more harsh and guttural, in contrast to the high, smooth voice he displayed on previous albums.
They announced that Landon Tewers (Ex-Guitarist) is producing and Joey Sturgis is mastering the new record.
On August 15, 2011 Before Their Eyes post an old demo "BREAK" on their Facebook page and youtube channel Invogue Records.
Before Their Eyes are currently finishing up "Redemption."
Former members
Post-hardcore
Post-hardcore is a genre of music that developed from hardcore punk, itself an offshoot of the broader punk rock movement. Like post-punk, post-hardcore is a term for a broad constellation of groups...
band from Findlay
Findlay, Ohio
As of the census of 2000, there were 38,967 people, 15,905 households, and 10,004 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,266.3 people per square mile . There were 17,152 housing units at an average density of 997.6 per square mile...
, Ohio
Ohio
Ohio is a Midwestern state in the United States. The 34th largest state by area in the U.S.,it is the 7th‑most populous with over 11.5 million residents, containing several major American cities and seven metropolitan areas with populations of 500,000 or more.The state's capital is Columbus...
. The band is currently signed to InVogue Records
InVogue Records
InVogue Records is a record company based in Findlay, Ohio. It was founded by Nick Moore, lead singer of Before Their Eyes in 2009. In the fall of 2011 InVogue Records signed a distribution deal with Independent Label Group and and Alternative Distribution Alliance.-Current inVogue Records...
. Founded by vocalist Nick Moore
Nick Moore (musician)
Nick Moore is an American Christian musician from Findlay, Ohio. He is most notably known for being the lead vocalist and primary songwriter of Billboard charting band Before Their Eyes on Rise Records....
and former guitarist James Nahorny, the name of the band is taken from the New Testament
New Testament
The New Testament is the second major division of the Christian biblical canon, the first such division being the much longer Old Testament....
verse Romans 3:18: "There is no fear of God before their eyes." As of June 2011, Jarrett Hottman and Nick Moore are the last two original members. Their second album, The Dawn of My Death
The Dawn of My Death
The Dawn of My Death is the second studio album by Before Their Eyes, released in 2008 under the label Rise Records.-Track listing:All tracks by Nick Moore#"Life Was All a Dream" - 3:57#"...Because 7 Ate 9" - 2:56#"The Beast Within" - 3:15...
, was released October 28, 2008. The album reached #10 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. Their third album, "Untouchable
Untouchable (Before Their Eyes album)
-Personnel:* Nick Moore - lead vocals, keyboards* Landon Tewers - rhythm and lead guitar, vocals* Jarrett Hottman - drums, percussion* Anthony Damschroder - bass* Elliott Gruenberg - rhythm and lead guitar...
", was released March 16, 2010. The album reached #22 on the Billboard Heatseekers Chart.
The band has played many tours, including: the upcoming Vans Warped Tour 2011, "Spring Break Your Heart Tour" with Forever The Sickest Kids
Forever the Sickest Kids
Forever the Sickest Kids is an American pop punk band from Dallas, Texas, who have yet to be signed to a new label after the closure of Universal Motown Records. In issue 228 of Alternative Press, the group was named the number one underground band in the "22 Best Underground Bands". Their first...
, Tonight Alive, We Are The In Crowd
We Are the In Crowd
We Are the In Crowd is an American pop punk band from Poughkeepsie, New York, formed in 2009. The band consists of Taylor Jardine , Jordan Eckes , Mike Ferri , Rob Chianelli , and Cameron Hurley...
& Breathe Carolina
Breathe Carolina
Breathe Carolina is an American electronic rock musical duo from Denver, Colorado, composed of David Schmitt and Kyle Even. Breathe Carolina have released three albums, one EP, and five music videos to date.-Beginnings :...
, "The Bangover Tour" with blessthefall
Blessthefall
Blessthefall is an American metalcore band from Phoenix, Arizona, currently signed to Fearless Records. The band was founded in 2003 by guitarist Mike Frisby, drummer Matt Traynor, and bassist Jared Warth. Their debut album, His Last Walk, with original vocalist Craig Mabbitt, was released April...
, the "Coaxial Flutter Tour" alongside Saosin
Saosin
Saosin is an American rock band originally hailing from Newport Beach, California. The band was formed in 2003 and recorded its first EP, Translating the Name, that same year with original singer Anthony Green. Green left Saosin following the band's decision to sign with a commercial label,...
, the Hot N' Heavy Tour alongside Drop Dead, Gorgeous
Drop Dead, Gorgeous
Drop Dead, Gorgeous is a band from Denver, Colorado. They are currently signed to Suretone Records. The band consists of frontman Danny Stillman , Kyle Browning , Jake Hansen and Danny Cooper...
, and He Is Legend
He Is Legend
He Is Legend is a hard rock band formed in Wilmington, North Carolina who signed to Tragic Hero Records in 2009. The band consists of vocalist front man Schuylar Croom, guitarist Adam Tanbouz, drummer Steven Bache, bassist Matt Williams....
, the Artery Across The Nation Tour with A Skylit Drive
A Skylit Drive
A Skylit Drive is an American post-hardcore band from Lodi, California. The band released one DVD, one EP and three studio albums: Wires...and the Concept of Breathing on May 20, 2008, Adelphia on June 9, 2009, and most recently Identity On Fire on February 15, 2011. Michael Jagmin has provided...
and Four Letter Lie
Four Letter Lie
-History:The group formed in 2004 and quickly released an EP entitled Her Escape in May 2005. They followed the release with a heavy tour schedule, which included dates on the Warped Tour and Taste of Chaos tours. The group won an online vote to open the Taste of Chaos date in St. Paul, Minnesota...
, the Black on Black Tour with Escape the Fate
Escape the Fate
Escape the Fate is an American post-hardcore band from Las Vegas, Nevada formed in 2005 and originally from Pahrump, Nevada. They have released three EPs and three full-length studio albums. Dying Is Your Latest Fashion was the band's debut album and only album to feature vocalist Ronnie Radke...
, the Scream the Prayer Tour in 2008 with Here I Come Falling
Here I Come Falling
Here I Come Falling was a Christian hardcore band from Springfield, Missouri, formed in 2005. They were signed to Rise Records. They released one album, Oh Grave, Where Is Thy Victory, on January 4, 2008. The album charted at number 46 on the Top Billboard Christian Albums...
, and Agraceful, and the One Moment Management Tour with Eyes Set to Kill
Eyes Set to Kill
Eyes Set to Kill is an American metalcore band from Tempe, Arizona. Sisters Alexia and Anissa Rodriguez, along with former vocalist Lindsey Vogt started the band in 2003. Lindsey Vogt departed the band in mid-2007 due to issues with management...
, Ice Nine Kills
Ice Nine Kills
Ice Nine Kills is an American metalcore band from Boston, Massachusetts. Formed in 2002 by Spencer Charnas and Jeremy Schwartz, the group originally pursued a style combining emo, post-hardcore and ska into their own innovative blend of rock but have since shifted into more of an experimental...
, I See Stars
I See Stars
I See Stars is a post-hardcore band formed in 2006 from Warren, Michigan. They have released two full length albums. Their debut album, 3-D, featured a guest appearance from Bizzy Bone of Bone Thugs-n-Harmony. The album peaked at #176 on the Billboard 200...
, Oceana
Oceana
Oceana may refer to:* Oceana Keyboardist Derek Sherinian* 224 Oceana, an asteroid* Oceana , an indie rock/post-hardcore band* Oceana , aka Oceana Mahlmann, a German singer...
, and LoveHateHero
LoveHateHero
LoveHateHero is a post-hardcore band from Burbank, California. They are signed to Ferret Records and have released three albums, Just Breathe in May 2005, White Lies in February 2007 and America Underwater in November 2009....
.
Recently the band posted on Facebook, they are tracking a new album called "Redemption" that will be out in early 2012.
2010: Untouchable
On January 19, 2010, the band posted a blog on their Myspace announcing the full track listing for Untouchable. On January 20, 2010, the band posted two new songs from Untouchable entitled "Sing to Me" and "Bulletproof" on their MySpace page.On February 5, 2010, Before Their Eyes released two more new songs, "Rick Vs Nick" and "Love Is Misery".
On March 9, the band released their third studio album, Untouchable
Untouchable (Before Their Eyes album)
-Personnel:* Nick Moore - lead vocals, keyboards* Landon Tewers - rhythm and lead guitar, vocals* Jarrett Hottman - drums, percussion* Anthony Damschroder - bass* Elliott Gruenberg - rhythm and lead guitar...
; the first single from the album is the song "Sing To Me".
On April 18, 2010, Nick Moore
Nick Moore (musician)
Nick Moore is an American Christian musician from Findlay, Ohio. He is most notably known for being the lead vocalist and primary songwriter of Billboard charting band Before Their Eyes on Rise Records....
(lead singer, keys, programming) announced that he was no longer in Before Their Eyes and asked for support for his new side project. This was announced on his Twitter page where he tweeted "I am no longer in Before Their Eyes. I hope you all support my new project like u did BTE when I started it.Official statement soon! Love,N".
On May 5, 2010, Landon Tewers (guitar and vocals) announced that he was leaving Before Their Eyes and that he would finish the remaining shows posted on the band's MySpace. This was announced on his Twitter and Live Journal. He is now in the band The Plot In You on Rise Records
Rise Records
-History:Rise was founded in 1991 by Craig Ericson in Roseburg, Oregon. He released a small number of 7" records before putting the label on hiatus to attend college. Ericson didn't release anything further until 1999, after moving to Portland, Oregon. He began issuing small-print 7" records, and...
as their lead singer.
On August 8, 2010, Elliott Gruenberg (guitar) announced that he was leaving Before Their Eyes. He would go to play with the band Legacy as their guitarist and, then join Blessthefall, later on.
According to the band's official Facebook page, they have gained three new members, a vocalist and two guitarists, and will be announcing a new one every Wednesday, beginning August 18, 2010. The first member announced was guitarist Jordan Disorbo. On Wednesday, August 25, 2010, Before Their Eyes posted a second video on their Facebook announcing the second new member of the band, Evan McKeever, who will be playing guitar and doing backup vocals for the band http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=801957593600 Though the band was unable to post an official video introduction for the new lead vocalist, the third and final new member, they have revealed him to be James Arnold, formerly of Ghosts Among Us & HiFi Horizon. The band has recently released a short song clip via Facebook featuring the new members.
They have recently posted a link to their website. The website is a page that consists of a few pictures of the band members with a microphone centered, the band name, the words "Mixing Business With Pleasure", and what was a countdown meter http://www.beforetheireyes.com/
On Dec. 13, 2010 they updated the www.beforetheireyes.com with what looked to be studio pictures and a microphone with the writing "Mixing Business with Pleasure" and had a countdown to early morning of Dec. 26th. With the site updated yet again, there is now a small video of a studio update from the band. In the video you can clearly see that vocalist Nicholas Moore is rehearsing vocals.
On Dec. 26, 2010 Nicholas Moore and the band announced via Facebook and Twitter that Moore was once again the band's lead vocalist. The band also said that they have a new single that will become available on iTunes within the next few weeks (through InVogue Records) and they have been writing & recording a new album that will be out early 2011.
On Jan. 2nd, the band announced that their single will be available on January 10, 2011 via i-tunes. The band also said the name of the single is "This Fantasy." The single was released as promised and has been added to the band's Facebook page. The song displays a noticeable change in Moore's singing voice, which has become more harsh and guttural, in contrast to the high, smooth voice he displayed on previous albums.
2011 or 2012 Redemption
On June 12, 2011 Before Their Eyes announced on their Facebook page that their 4th full length album would be titled "Redemption" and would be out March 6th, 2012.They announced that Landon Tewers (Ex-Guitarist) is producing and Joey Sturgis is mastering the new record.
On August 15, 2011 Before Their Eyes post an old demo "BREAK" on their Facebook page and youtube channel Invogue Records.
Before Their Eyes are currently finishing up "Redemption."
Band members
Current- Nicholas MooreNick Moore (musician)Nick Moore is an American Christian musician from Findlay, Ohio. He is most notably known for being the lead vocalist and primary songwriter of Billboard charting band Before Their Eyes on Rise Records....
- Lead Vocals(2006–2010)(2011–Present) - Jordan Disorbo - Lead GuitarLead guitarLead guitar is a guitar part which plays melody lines, instrumental fill passages, guitar solos, and occasionally, some riffs within a song structure...
(2010–Present, formerly of Settle the Sky) - Jarrett Hottman - Drums, percussion (2006–Present)
- Anthony Damschroder - BassBass guitarThe bass guitar is a stringed instrument played primarily with the fingers or thumb , or by using a pick....
,(2006–Present)
Former members
- Landon Tewers - leadLead guitarLead guitar is a guitar part which plays melody lines, instrumental fill passages, guitar solos, and occasionally, some riffs within a song structure...
& rhythm guitarRhythm guitarRhythm guitar is a technique and rôle that performs a combination of two functions: to provide all or part of the rhythmic pulse in conjunction with singers or other instruments; and to provide all or part of the harmony, ie. the chords, where a chord is a group of notes played together...
s, screams/vocals (2008–2010, now lead vocalist for The Plot in You) - Elliott Gruenberg - leadLead guitarLead guitar is a guitar part which plays melody lines, instrumental fill passages, guitar solos, and occasionally, some riffs within a song structure...
& rhythm guitarRhythm guitarRhythm guitar is a technique and rôle that performs a combination of two functions: to provide all or part of the rhythmic pulse in conjunction with singers or other instruments; and to provide all or part of the harmony, ie. the chords, where a chord is a group of notes played together...
s (2009–2010, now guitar for BlessthefallBlessthefallBlessthefall is an American metalcore band from Phoenix, Arizona, currently signed to Fearless Records. The band was founded in 2003 by guitarist Mike Frisby, drummer Matt Traynor, and bassist Jared Warth. Their debut album, His Last Walk, with original vocalist Craig Mabbitt, was released April...
) Ex-Settle the sky, Ex-Legacy - James Arnold - lead vocalsLead vocalistThe lead vocalist is the member of a band who sings the main vocal portions of a song. They may also play one or more instruments. Lead vocalists are sometimes referred to as the frontman or frontwoman, and as such, are usually considered to be the "leader" of the groups they perform in, often the...
, keyboardKeyboard instrumentA keyboard instrument is a musical instrument which is played using a musical keyboard. The most common of these is the piano. Other widely used keyboard instruments include organs of various types as well as other mechanical, electromechanical and electronic instruments...
s (2010, formerly of The Hi-Fi Horizon) - Brenden Zapp - lead guitarLead guitarLead guitar is a guitar part which plays melody lines, instrumental fill passages, guitar solos, and occasionally, some riffs within a song structure...
, backing vocals (2006–2008) - Cory Ridenour - rhythm guitar (2006–2007)
- James Nahorny - rhythm guitar (2006)
- Brandon Howard - bass (2006)
- Nathan Warren - bass (2006)
- Evan McKeever- rhythm guitarRhythm guitarRhythm guitar is a technique and rôle that performs a combination of two functions: to provide all or part of the rhythmic pulse in conjunction with singers or other instruments; and to provide all or part of the harmony, ie. the chords, where a chord is a group of notes played together...
, backing vocals (2010–2011, formerly of Wake Hollywood)
Discography
- Before Their EyesBefore Their Eyes (album)Before Their Eyes is the first studio album by Before Their Eyes, released in 2007, under the label Rise Records. The cover design is an original artwork by Derek Hess.-Track listing:All tracks by Nick Moore#"City in a Snow Globe" - 3:01...
(2007) - The Dawn of My DeathThe Dawn of My DeathThe Dawn of My Death is the second studio album by Before Their Eyes, released in 2008 under the label Rise Records.-Track listing:All tracks by Nick Moore#"Life Was All a Dream" - 3:57#"...Because 7 Ate 9" - 2:56#"The Beast Within" - 3:15...
(2008) - Untouchable (2010)
- Redemption (2012)