My City August 2022

Vicariant is known for the kind of in-your face music that is not for the faint of heart.

metal but, the band would like to point out, that’s not their only style. “We are the ‘mutt’ of music,” says Curry to the agreement of the rest of the band. “ ere’s variety to what we do.” “We have learned to adapt depending on what the crowd wants,” adds Held. “It’s all part of putting on the best

show.” e variety and freedom to play the type of music he wants to sing to is one of the primary reasons why Curry absolutely loves being in the band. “I’m not pigeonholed into one type of song,” he states. “I don’t have to scream everything ,” laughter lls the room as he continues. “We can do covers, ballads, whatever. All of us bring ideas to the table and have the respect for one another to oer constructive criticism or disagree.” Held adds, “In the majority of bands, there is just one guy who does all the songwriting. We all have equal say.” e feeling is seconded by veteran bassist Asbridge. “I have played in a ton of bands and I feel most comfortable here. We all get to be creative.” at collaboration has produced a trilogy of new songs that will debut this fall. “I love the new songs,” says Held. “I can’t wait to o€cially release them to the world.”

Anyone who has witnessed the phenomenon rst hand will know that Vicariant’s live performance is what sets them apart from the rest; but besides that, the band believes that something else makes them unique in the music world. “It’s our profession alism,” says Morrison. “We are always the rst to arrive, ready to go. We aren’t late. We get there, play the greatest show on this green earth and then support the other bands with us and,” he continues, “we don’t tolerate any big heads. If one of us starts to take themselves a little too seriously, you best believe we will be knocking them down a peg.” e band nods in agreement. “Yeah, that’s something we don’t tolerate at all,” says Held. One thing is obvious: the band is itching to play. “Honestly, that’s all we want to do,” says Held. “I mean, it would be nice to

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