Info
- Genre
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Metal
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- Members
- Grizz Gagnon-Guitars
- Chris Abbott-Guitars
- Erik Zarazinski-Drums
- Jake O’Connor-Bass
- Trey Holton-Vocals
- Hometown
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Worcester, MA
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- About
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“River Neva shows us, that keeping it simple is an atrocity, yet they have this unpredictable aura that differs them from every other metal, dark, or progressive band out there. The River Neva is definitely a band to follow for upcoming releases.”..
- Biography
- Described as a melodic yet violent take on progressive metal, The River Neva has provided a fresh outlook on the genre with their debut Ep “Chemistry of Holocaust”. It is clear that their thrash and progressive roots are on display in spades on “Holocaust” as Neva finds a way to create a roiling blend of catchy melodic progressions and furious brutality that produces a flawless taste of metal goodness that will make any fan of heavy music salivate. The collaboration between Neva and producer/engineer Rob Gil (who also worked with Hatebreed, Shadows Fall, and Unearth) is a match made in metal heaven as the songs are crafted masterfully and the sonic onslaught only leaves the listener craving more. Ettore Rigotti’s (Disarmonia Mundi, Destrage, Rise to Fall) mastering provides a distinct European flavor that makes the sound complete and chaotically unique.
The River Neva is comprised of five veterans of the Massachusetts metal scene and have made a name for themselves amongst peers and metalheads alike across the region. Having yet to unleash “Holocaust” on the world they have been previewing their wares live accompanied by an unmatched stage presence that enraptures audiences. The force of The River Neva dispenses effects of despair, anguish, and total infatuation, and draws you nearer. Taste a dark melodic metal progression unlike anything else you’ve experienced. The River Neva shows us that keeping it simple is an atrocity and induces violence in their wake.
- Described as a melodic yet violent take on progressive metal, The River Neva has provided a fresh outlook on the genre with their debut Ep “Chemistry of Holocaust”. It is clear that their thrash and progressive roots are on display in spades on “Holocaust” as Neva finds a way to create a roiling blend of catchy melodic progressions and furious brutality that produces a flawless taste of metal goodness that will make any fan of heavy music salivate. The collaboration between Neva and producer/engineer Rob Gil (who also worked with Hatebreed, Shadows Fall, and Unearth) is a match made in metal heaven as the songs are crafted masterfully and the sonic onslaught only leaves the listener craving more. Ettore Rigotti’s (Disarmonia Mundi, Destrage, Rise to Fall) mastering provides a distinct European flavor that makes the sound complete and chaotically unique.
- Current Location
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Worcester, MA
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- Press Contact
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Trey @ twelvestep32@yahoo.com
- Booking Agent
- Trey @ twelvestep32@yahoo.com
- Band Interests
- riva neva guy,hahvest cheddah
- Likes
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Thrash N’ Bang, UNregular Radio, I Support Local Music in Massachusetts, Swarm of Eyes, Nasty Promotions, My Bitter End (official), G.A.R.D.A.R. Entertainment, The Lucky Dog Music Hall, The Summoned, A Breath Of Metal Productions, Abaddon Industries, MusicInPictures.net, 7 Minute Stagger, Excrecor, jUNT, Widow Sunday, Hope Before The Fall, Under Lying Truth, PATHOGENIC, Hope Lies Within, Guru room, WrenchNeck, Zombie Fighter, Impressions In Flesh, Speed Demon Promotions, Burns From Within, HIVESMASHER, Engraved In Bone, 18 Wheels Of Justice, Naegleria, Western Massacre, As The Dead Rise, Acaro, Sorrows of Autumn, MechWarrior: Living Legends, *MusicPreViews*, Nefarious Realm Productions, METAL, METAL, METAL, Hurt Reynolds Clothing Metal Friday, Hurt Reynolds Clothing Co., Return To The Pit, Local Metal Band Exclusive, New England Local Metal, Open The Pit, HELL WITHIN, The Aberration, Born of Osiris, VEIL OF MAYA, Scaphism, The Black Heart Epidemic, A Wanted Awakening, The Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster
- Websites
Press
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“With guitarist Grizz Gagnon back from a year in Afghanistan, and a new EP in the works, local heavies The River Neva are building up some steam. And deservedly so. This band has a way of borrowing some of the elements of metal’s past and present, and mixing them. At times sounding right in line with contemporary hard-core, Neva has a habit of mixing things up — shifting time signatures, switching up vocal styles, introducing guitar riffs that feel ripped from the guitar-driven heyday of bands such as Judas Priest and Iron Maiden. This is fun stuff. Smart, adrenaline-soaked metal, played exquisitely well. The River Neva performs with 18 Wheels of Justice, Hope Before the Fall and Hell Within at 9 p.m. Friday at Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St., Worcester. (Victor D. Infante)” – Victor D. Infante – Worcester Telegram and Gazette
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“Worcester has always been known as a city that loves metal. But a lot of bands play something they call metal, but is really closer to, say, Godsmack. Newcomers The River Neva are avoiding the trend and keeping things totally real.” – Alex Kantarelis – The Pulse Magazine
