Craig Owens (musician)
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Craigery Michael "Craig" Owens is an American musician from Davison, Michigan
. He is best known as the former lead vocalist of Chiodos
and has had an involvement in various side projects such as Cinematic Sunrise
, and the supergroup Isles & Glaciers
. He was part of The Sound of Animals Fighting
and was given an offer to reprise his role in their third album, The Ocean and the Sun
, but declined due to a full schedule. He is the current lead vocalist for the band Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows.
Owens also stated afterward that he had not suffered any permanent physical damage from the incident and that he couldn't wait to embark on his next tour with Chiodos. Owens had booked over 300 Chiodos concerts before the group was signed to Equal Vision Records.
On December 15, 2008, a new side project was revealed to be called Isles & Glaciers
that included Owens, Jonny Craig
(Dance Gavin Dance
, Emarosa
) providing vocals, Vic Fuentes
(Pierce the Veil
) on guitar and backing vocals, Nick Martin (Underminded
, Cinematic Sunrise
) on guitar and backing vocals, Matt Goddard (Chiodos) on bass, Brian Southall (The Receiving End of Sirens
) on programming/guitar, and Mike Fuentes
(Pierce the Veil
) on drums/percussion. Their songs include "Hills Like White Elephants", "Clush", "Viola Lion", and "Cemetery Weather".
Florida post-hardcore band, Broadway featured Owens and Jonny Craig
as guest vocalists on their debut album Kingdoms, which was released July 7, 2009. Owens was also featured in the song "The Road to Hell Is Paved With Good Intentions" for the band In Fear and Faith
.
Isles & Glaciers made their first live debut at the 2009 SXSW showcase show in Austin, Texas, which was presented by Alternative Press. At the show, the band announced that they have finished recording their debut EP and that it was to be released sometime in the summer of 2009.
On May 4, 2009, on an acoustic/PodCast Alternative Press Magazine session with Tyler Lawless(former guitarist of xBLANKETx), Craig Owens revealed three facts about himself. He stated that he's a huge Detroit Pistons
fan; his favorite player was Chauncey Billups
(who has since been traded to the New York Knicks
). Secondly, he stated that if he only had to watch three television shows for the rest of his life, they would be Flight Of The Conchords
, The Office, and Eastbound And Down.
from Anberlin
, Mark Farner
from Grand Funk Railroad
, Josh Epstein and Cassie Verass of The Silent Years, and Vince Moreno of Kid Brother Collective.
Owens announced the name of his new solo EP via Twitter, "Με την αγάπη
" which is Greek for "with love" and is pronounced "me tin agapi" in English.
On July 21, 2009 Craig Owens announced on Twitter that the album would be released in September. On September 15, 2009, "Με την αγάπη (With Love)
" was released via Equal Vision Records
.
On June 28th, 2011, Owens released a new song, "Bibles and Badges" (featuring Aaron Stern on drums) via Twitter and Facebook, as well as a remix created by Matt Good
. In between touring with Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows, Owens is playing solo shows across the U.S; the dates are being announced via Owens' twitter.
(Underminded
, Cinematic Sunrise
, Isles & Glaciers
), Matt Good
(From First to Last
), Aaron Stern (Matchbook Romance
) and Adam Russell (Story of the Year
).
The self-titled album, D.R.U.G.S.
was released February 22, 2011, hitting #1 on Billboard's U.S. Hard Rock list.
Via Twitter, Owens stated that the band booked the Rise From The Ashes tour (with Eyes Set to Kill
and New Medicine
as opening acts).
The band played on the Alternative Press Tour Spring 2011 co-headlining with the band Black Veil Brides
and openers being I See Stars
, VersaEmerge
, and Conditions. Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows performed at the 2011 Vans Warped Tour in its entirety, with the exception of July 17th, 19th, and 20th.
On July 12, 2011, D.R.U.G.S. released a live EP titled "Live From Hot Topic", which includes 5 live songs: "The Only Thing You Talk About", "My Swagger has a First Name", "Mr. Owl Ate My Metal Worm", "Graveyard Dancing" and "If You Think This Song is About You, It Probably Is".
The band is currently playing the Soundwave Revolution tour in Australia, and is set to play the World War III tour with Asking Alexandria
and Hollywood Undead
from November 1st to November 19th.
Since then, Craig has tagged the upcoming movie #K11 in his tweets, has mentioned Jules-Mann Stewart (mother of Kristen Stewart
/ director of K-11), and posted a picture of himself alongside Tommy 'Tiny' Lister. The movie is due for 2012 release.
He will be the character, Ian Sheffield, in the movie "K-11", which was written by Jules-Mann Stewart.
Davison, Michigan
Davison is a city in Genesee County in the U.S. state of Michigan and a suburb of Flint. The population was 5,536 at the 2000 census. Davison is located within Davison Township, but is administratively autonomous....
. He is best known as the former lead vocalist of Chiodos
Chiodos
Chiodos is an American post hardcore band from Davison, Michigan. Formed in 2001, the group was originally known as "The Chiodos Bros," the band's name was a tribute to filmmakers Stephen, Charles, and Edward Chiodo, responsible for the film Killer Klowns from Outer Space. Chiodos released their...
and has had an involvement in various side projects such as Cinematic Sunrise
Cinematic Sunrise
Cinematic Sunrise was an American rock band signed to Equal Vision Records. It consisted of Craig Owens and Bradley Bell , along with Bryan Beeler , Marcus VanKirk , Nick Martin , and Dave Shapiro .-History:...
, and the supergroup Isles & Glaciers
Isles & Glaciers
Isles & Glaciers was an American rock supergroup formed in 2008. The band consisted of members from Chiodos, Emarosa, Pierce the Veil, Cinematic Sunrise, The Receiving End of Sirens, Underminded, and former members of The Sound of Animals Fighting and Boys Night Out...
. He was part of The Sound of Animals Fighting
The Sound of Animals Fighting
The Sound of Animals Fighting was an American rock supergroup founded by Rich Balling of Rx Bandits. They released a trilogy of records between 2004 and 2008, and performed only four live shows, following their second release in 2006...
and was given an offer to reprise his role in their third album, The Ocean and the Sun
The Ocean and the Sun
The Ocean and the Sun is the third and final album by experimental rock band, The Sound of Animals Fighting. The album features only the four core members that had appeared on both the first and second albums: the Nightingale, the Walrus, the Lynx, and The Skunk.The first song, Intro, is the...
, but declined due to a full schedule. He is the current lead vocalist for the band Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows.
Biography
On July 20, 2008, Owens attempted to overdose on prescription Xanax in his Michigan home. Owens stated he had been suffering from manic depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety attacks.Owens also stated afterward that he had not suffered any permanent physical damage from the incident and that he couldn't wait to embark on his next tour with Chiodos. Owens had booked over 300 Chiodos concerts before the group was signed to Equal Vision Records.
On December 15, 2008, a new side project was revealed to be called Isles & Glaciers
Isles & Glaciers
Isles & Glaciers was an American rock supergroup formed in 2008. The band consisted of members from Chiodos, Emarosa, Pierce the Veil, Cinematic Sunrise, The Receiving End of Sirens, Underminded, and former members of The Sound of Animals Fighting and Boys Night Out...
that included Owens, Jonny Craig
Jonny Craig
Jonathan Monroe Craig is a Canadian-American singer. He is currently the lead vocalist for the band Dance Gavin Dance, and former vocalist of the bands Emarosa and Ghost Runner on Third. He has an eponymous solo project, with which he has released one studio album and a live album to date...
(Dance Gavin Dance
Dance Gavin Dance
Dance Gavin Dance was an American post-hardcore band formed in Sacramento, California in 2005. They released four full length studio albums and one EP...
, Emarosa
Emarosa
Emarosa is an American rock band from Lexington, Kentucky. Formed in 2006, they released one EP in 2007 titled This Is Your Way Out, and shortly after, the group underwent significant lineup and sound changes, dropping their heavy metal influence and leaning toward a soul inspiration...
) providing vocals, Vic Fuentes
Vic Fuentes
Victor Vincent "Vic" Fuentes is the guitarist and lead vocalist for post-hardcore band Pierce the Veil alongside his brother Mike Fuentes on drums. He also provides vocals and guitar for Isles & Glaciers and also played guitar and backup vocals for Cinematic Sunrise in their mid 2008 tour...
(Pierce the Veil
Pierce the Veil
Pierce the Veil is an American post-hardcore band from San Diego, California. Formed in 2006, the group was founded by brothers Vic and Mike Fuentes after the disbandment of the group Early Times which was formed out of the San Diego punk rock scene...
) on guitar and backing vocals, Nick Martin (Underminded
Underminded
Underminded is a hardcore band from San Diego, California. The band is currently taking a break as its members concentrate on side projects. Frontman Nick Martin is currently in Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows and drummer Tanner Wayne is now drumming for Chiodos.-History:Band members Nick Martin...
, Cinematic Sunrise
Cinematic Sunrise
Cinematic Sunrise was an American rock band signed to Equal Vision Records. It consisted of Craig Owens and Bradley Bell , along with Bryan Beeler , Marcus VanKirk , Nick Martin , and Dave Shapiro .-History:...
) on guitar and backing vocals, Matt Goddard (Chiodos) on bass, Brian Southall (The Receiving End of Sirens
The Receiving End of Sirens
The Receiving End of Sirens is a rock band from Boston, Massachusetts, formed in 2003.-Overview:The band played on the 2005 Warped Tour and has toured with such acts as Gatsbys American Dream, A Wilhelm Scream, 30 Seconds to Mars, Funeral for a Friend, Saves the Day, Senses Fail, Thrice, and New...
) on programming/guitar, and Mike Fuentes
Mike Fuentes (musician)
Michael Fuentes is the drummer for post-hardcore band Pierce the Veil alongside his brother Vic Fuentes who sings and plays guitar in the band...
(Pierce the Veil
Pierce the Veil
Pierce the Veil is an American post-hardcore band from San Diego, California. Formed in 2006, the group was founded by brothers Vic and Mike Fuentes after the disbandment of the group Early Times which was formed out of the San Diego punk rock scene...
) on drums/percussion. Their songs include "Hills Like White Elephants", "Clush", "Viola Lion", and "Cemetery Weather".
Florida post-hardcore band, Broadway featured Owens and Jonny Craig
Jonny Craig
Jonathan Monroe Craig is a Canadian-American singer. He is currently the lead vocalist for the band Dance Gavin Dance, and former vocalist of the bands Emarosa and Ghost Runner on Third. He has an eponymous solo project, with which he has released one studio album and a live album to date...
as guest vocalists on their debut album Kingdoms, which was released July 7, 2009. Owens was also featured in the song "The Road to Hell Is Paved With Good Intentions" for the band In Fear and Faith
In Fear and Faith
In Fear and Faith is an American rock band from San Diego, California. Formed in 2006, the group is currently signed to Rise Records and have released two studio albums and two EPs. Their debut full-length, Your World on Fire, being released nearly a year after the band's signing to Rise in 2008,...
.
Isles & Glaciers made their first live debut at the 2009 SXSW showcase show in Austin, Texas, which was presented by Alternative Press. At the show, the band announced that they have finished recording their debut EP and that it was to be released sometime in the summer of 2009.
On May 4, 2009, on an acoustic/PodCast Alternative Press Magazine session with Tyler Lawless(former guitarist of xBLANKETx), Craig Owens revealed three facts about himself. He stated that he's a huge Detroit Pistons
Detroit Pistons
The Detroit Pistons are a franchise of the National Basketball Association based in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The team's home arena is The Palace of Auburn Hills. It was originally founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana as the Fort Wayne Pistons as a member of the National Basketball League in 1941, where...
fan; his favorite player was Chauncey Billups
Chauncey Billups
Chauncey Ray Billups is an American professional basketball point guard for the New York Knicks of the National Basketball Association . He has also played for Team USA. Billups won the NBA Finals MVP in 2004, helping the Detroit Pistons beat the Los Angeles Lakers in the Finals, and was given the...
(who has since been traded to the New York Knicks
New York Knicks
The New York Knickerbockers, prominently known as the Knicks, are a professional basketball team based in New York City. They are part of the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference in the National Basketball Association...
). Secondly, he stated that if he only had to watch three television shows for the rest of his life, they would be Flight Of The Conchords
Flight of the Conchords
Flight of the Conchords are a New Zealand-based comedy duo composed of Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement. The duo's comedy and music became the basis of a BBC radio series and then an American television series, which premiered in 2007 on HBO, also called Flight of the Conchords.They were named...
, The Office, and Eastbound And Down.
Solo work
Owens' solo record includes a number of guests including Stephen ChristianStephen Christian
Stephen Christian is the lead vocalist of the alternative rock band Anberlin and his side-project Anchor & Braille. He and his bandmates started Anberlin in 2002, after the demise of their previous group, known as SaGoh 24/7...
from Anberlin
Anberlin
Anberlin is an American rock band formed in Winter Haven, Florida in 2002. Since the beginning of 2007, the band has consisted of lead vocalist Stephen Christian, guitarists Joseph Milligan and Christian McAlhaney, bassist Deon Rexroat, and drummer Nathan Young.Members of Anberlin originally formed...
, Mark Farner
Mark Farner
Mark Fredrick Farner is an American singer, guitarist and songwriter, best known as the lead singer and lead guitarist for Grand Funk Railroad, and later as a Contemporary Christian Musician.-Early life and career:...
from Grand Funk Railroad
Grand Funk Railroad
Grand Funk Railroad is an American rock band that was highly popular during the 1970s. Grand Funk Railroad toured constantly to packed arenas worldwide. A popular take on the band during its heyday was that, although the critics hated them, audiences loved them...
, Josh Epstein and Cassie Verass of The Silent Years, and Vince Moreno of Kid Brother Collective.
Owens announced the name of his new solo EP via Twitter, "Με την αγάπη
With Love (Craig Owens album)
Με την αγάπη is the debut EP by Craig Owens, ex-vocalist for Chiodos and Cinematic Sunrise. It was released September 15, 2009, via Equal Vision Records....
" which is Greek for "with love" and is pronounced "me tin agapi" in English.
On July 21, 2009 Craig Owens announced on Twitter that the album would be released in September. On September 15, 2009, "Με την αγάπη (With Love)
With Love (Craig Owens album)
Με την αγάπη is the debut EP by Craig Owens, ex-vocalist for Chiodos and Cinematic Sunrise. It was released September 15, 2009, via Equal Vision Records....
" was released via Equal Vision Records
Equal Vision Records
Equal Vision Records is a record label based in Albany, New York, which has a focus in metal or punk-based rock genres. Equal Vision Records was founded in the early 1990s by Ray Cappo ....
.
On June 28th, 2011, Owens released a new song, "Bibles and Badges" (featuring Aaron Stern on drums) via Twitter and Facebook, as well as a remix created by Matt Good
Matt Good
Matt Good is an American guitarist and vocalist. He is best known for being the rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist of post-hardcore band From First to Last from its founding to its hiatus. He was formerly the guitarist of grindcore band The Color of Violence, which featured future From First to...
. In between touring with Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows, Owens is playing solo shows across the U.S; the dates are being announced via Owens' twitter.
Departure from Chiodos
On September 24, 2009, Chiodos announced that they had parted ways with Craig Owens. The band released a statement that read as follows:
"To all of our friends, family, and fans: We would like to let you know that we have let Craig Owens go as the singer of Chiodos. This decision was a necessary one. Out of respect for all of the hard work that we have put in together for all of these years we will not be discussing the specific reasons that this needed to happen. We wish Craig well . We will absolutely be continuing on as a band and we will keep you informed as this next chapter unfolds. Chiodos fans are the best fans in the world and all we can ask of you, after everything you have already given us, is to share in our excitement for this next album. We promise you will not be disappointed............Brad, Jason, Pat, and Matt"
Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows
On August 17, 2010, Owens announced via Twitter his new band will be named Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows (D.R.U.G.S.) Alongside Owens in the band are Nick MartinNick Martin (musician)
Nicholas Anthony Martin is a musician born and raised in San Diego, California, USA. He was the lead guitarist and lead vocalist for the band Underminded since its incarnation in 1999. He is also in the bands Cinematic Sunrise, Isles & Glaciers, and was rumored to be in ex-Chiodos frontman, Craig...
(Underminded
Underminded
Underminded is a hardcore band from San Diego, California. The band is currently taking a break as its members concentrate on side projects. Frontman Nick Martin is currently in Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows and drummer Tanner Wayne is now drumming for Chiodos.-History:Band members Nick Martin...
, Cinematic Sunrise
Cinematic Sunrise
Cinematic Sunrise was an American rock band signed to Equal Vision Records. It consisted of Craig Owens and Bradley Bell , along with Bryan Beeler , Marcus VanKirk , Nick Martin , and Dave Shapiro .-History:...
, Isles & Glaciers
Isles & Glaciers
Isles & Glaciers was an American rock supergroup formed in 2008. The band consisted of members from Chiodos, Emarosa, Pierce the Veil, Cinematic Sunrise, The Receiving End of Sirens, Underminded, and former members of The Sound of Animals Fighting and Boys Night Out...
), Matt Good
Matt Good
Matt Good is an American guitarist and vocalist. He is best known for being the rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist of post-hardcore band From First to Last from its founding to its hiatus. He was formerly the guitarist of grindcore band The Color of Violence, which featured future From First to...
(From First to Last
From First to Last
From First to Last was an American rock band based out of Los Angeles, originally hailing from Valdosta, Georgia and Tampa, Florida. The band released their first EP titled Aesthetic in 2003 with vocalist Phillip Reardon, followed by Dear Diary, My Teen Angst Has a Body Count in 2004 and Heroine in...
), Aaron Stern (Matchbook Romance
Matchbook Romance
Matchbook Romance was an American rock band from Poughkeepsie, New York and was formed in 1997.were signed to Epitaph Records. They released two full length albums and one EP...
) and Adam Russell (Story of the Year
Story of the Year
Story of the Year is an American rock band formed in St. Louis, Missouri in 2000. The band was initially named 67 North but was then changed to Big Blue Monkey...
).
The self-titled album, D.R.U.G.S.
D.R.U.G.S. (album)
-Personnel:Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows*Matt Good – guitars, programming, synthesizers, keyboards, vocals*Nick Martin – guitars, vocals*Craig Owens – lead vocals*Adam Russell – bass guitar*Aaron Stern – drums, percussionProduction...
was released February 22, 2011, hitting #1 on Billboard's U.S. Hard Rock list.
Via Twitter, Owens stated that the band booked the Rise From The Ashes 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...
and New Medicine
New Medicine
New Medicine is an American rock band from Minneapolis, Minnesota, formed in 2009. They signed to Photo Finish Records after forming the new Band . Their debut album, Race You to the Bottom was released September 18, 2010.-Studio albums:-Singles:...
as opening acts).
The band played on the Alternative Press Tour Spring 2011 co-headlining with the band Black Veil Brides
Black Veil Brides
Black Veil Brides is an American rock band based out of Hollywood, California. The group is composed of Andrew Biersack , Ashley Purdy , Jake Pitts , Jinxx , and Christian "CC" Coma...
and openers being 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...
, VersaEmerge
VersaEmerge
VersaEmerge is an American rock band consisting of Sierra Kusterbeck and Blake Harnage, originating from Port St. Lucie, Florida, USA, currently signed to the label Fueled by Ramen. They have three EPs - Cities Built on Sand, Perceptions, and the self-titled release. Their debut album, Fixed at...
, and Conditions. Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows performed at the 2011 Vans Warped Tour in its entirety, with the exception of July 17th, 19th, and 20th.
On July 12, 2011, D.R.U.G.S. released a live EP titled "Live From Hot Topic", which includes 5 live songs: "The Only Thing You Talk About", "My Swagger has a First Name", "Mr. Owl Ate My Metal Worm", "Graveyard Dancing" and "If You Think This Song is About You, It Probably Is".
The band is currently playing the Soundwave Revolution tour in Australia, and is set to play the World War III tour with Asking Alexandria
Asking Alexandria
Asking Alexandria are a British metalcore band from York, North Yorkshire. Founded in 2008 when Ben Bruce contacted his old companions upon returning to the UK after residing in Dubai...
and Hollywood Undead
Hollywood Undead
Hollywood Undead is an American rap rock band from Los Angeles, California. They released their debut album, Swan Songs, on September 2, 2008, and their live CD/DVD Desperate Measures, on November 10, 2009. Their second studio album, American Tragedy, was released April 5, 2011...
from November 1st to November 19th.
Movie career
Craig Owens announced that he would be missing a few dates of Vans Warped Tour to pursue his acting career; he will be appearing in an upcoming movie. Neither he nor D.R.U.G.S. played on the 17th, 19th, and 20th of July. The rest of the band, however, still attended Vans Warped Tour, doing signings. Owens told fans attending to keep their ticket stubs for three shows in the future to make up for the missing dates. Owens said that he and the band would continue playing Vans Warped Tour on the 21st of July.Since then, Craig has tagged the upcoming movie #K11 in his tweets, has mentioned Jules-Mann Stewart (mother of Kristen Stewart
Kristen Stewart
Kristen Jaymes Stewart is an American actress. She is best known for playing Bella Swan in The Twilight Saga. She has also starred in films including Panic Room , Zathura , In the Land of Women , The Messengers , Adventureland and The Runaways .- Early life :Stewart was born and raised in Los...
/ director of K-11), and posted a picture of himself alongside Tommy 'Tiny' Lister. The movie is due for 2012 release.
He will be the character, Ian Sheffield, in the movie "K-11", which was written by Jules-Mann Stewart.