Artist to Know: Still I Stand

 Albany based metal group, Still I Stand is this week's "Artist to Know!" 

Formed in July 2012, the progressive metal group consists of vocalist Andre Williams, guitarists Anthony Vincent and Josh Whaley, rounded out by Kyle Kazor on bass.

Unique within a genre, which is assumed to be associated with death and a negative message overall, Still I Stand sets out to inspire their fans, writing music with a positive message challenging them to inquire and access life and challenging situations.

As explained in the band's  Facebook "about" message: 

"The purpose of our music is to help anyone feeling any sort of negativity in their lives. we strive to write positive songs that will help people get through tough situations of any sort with a level head. All of us had had our issues in the past, but what's done is done. We will no longer add to the statistics; Instead, Still I Stand tries to do their part to help people in anyway no matter how small through our music and performances. We are all human beings and we share common ground, and that will never change."

In a time where there is a lot of superficiality and negativity in music, I applaud these guys for going against the grain and uplifting their fans.

They are currently preparing for a busy summer - last week, they digitally released their EP, "Fortitude" and will be touring this summer. They are also competing for a chance to open for the Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival and an opportunity to get signed with Leakmob Records. 

If you want to check these amazing guys out, find out tour dates, download the EP - follow them on: 

Twitter - @StillIStand518

Facebook - www.faceboook.com/StillIStand518

                                                           Listen to the teaser of E.P "Fortitude"!

                                       


Hope to see you guys out on the road! #SupportIndieMusic!