The Departed

A band that does not follow "typical guidelines" for genre specifics. Our style of music is a question that can never truly be defined, nor described--just enjoyed. We'd like to coin the term "post-hardcore technical pop metal"; a combination of bands like: Chiodos, The Used, Silverstein, Emery, Alexisonfire, Every Time I Die, Coheed & Cambria, etc. We create technical guitar riffs, but keep it heavy and/or poppy at times as well. A drummer who can utilize technical fills and beats, but keep it simple and powerful if need be. A keyboardist who sings with official experience, as well as a guitar player who is of equal caliber in singing strength who, together, can harmonize on the fly--live. To top it off we make use of a screamer as well. Our music spans genres, smoothly, but aims to please a majority of listeners. The best thing we can say, is just come and listen--judge for yourself.