GENRE: Deathcore
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
LABEL: Earache
Q. How did Oceano get started?
A. Oceano got started a few years ago as just a casual high school grind/death metal project. As years went on and changes were made, some of our more serious peers within the scene (including myself) were recruited to fill in the empty positions in the band. From there we set out to play for anyone and everywhere to get the name out there and gain more serious attention for bigger touring opportunities.
Q. Can you describe Oceano's sound?
A. Oceano is just as pummeling and destructive as a devastating tidal wave.
Q. Are there any bands/musicians that have inspired your music?
A. Some of the bands noted direct influences are: Hatebreed, the Acacia Strain, Behemoth, Bloodbath, Decapitated, Deicide, Killswitch Engage
Q. Do you have a favorite song to play at shows?
A. My favorite song as of now, is off our new album "Contagion" its called "Regulated Disposal of Life"
Q. What has been your favorite band to tour with so far, and why?
A. It was a pleasure touring with Bleeding Through. It was like something i never thought would happen yet it did. It was an honor to hang and play with them as all of Oceano had personally been influenced and inspired by that band and their music.
Q. If you could go on tour with any band, who would it be, and why?
A. I'd love to personally tour with Killswitch Engage. They're another band who really inspired me and at least one other of my band mates musically. For ME, they're a big reason I even started doing vocals.
Q. Do any band members have random pet-peeves while on tour?
A. Our guitars, nick and I are very neat and sometimes freak about the cleanliness and overall condition of the van, which essentially IS our home when on the road. Haha
Q. What is the craziest thing that has happened at one of your shows?
A. Every time I See a kid get knocked out at our gigs, I get a big kick out of that, or freak out when I hear about it.
Q. What has been your favorite venue so far?
A. My favorite venue by far is The Croc Rock in Allentown, PA.
The kids are amazing there and get super violent. Nice sized stage and riser.And above all else, there a specialty pizza shop connected to the venue!
Q. If you could give a message to all your fans, what would it be?
A. Do what you truly want to do in YOUR life. Don't conform and be forced to follow the rules forced upon you by government and religion.
Q. And lastly, if you could thank anybody for your success who would it be, and why?
A. Each and everyone of our band mates family as well as all the fans,friends, and supporters of Oceano. All of them are the reason for our (hopeful) continued success! :)
Members:
Adam Warren - Vocals
Nick Conser - Guitar
Devin Shidaker - Guitar
Daniel Terchin - Drums
Jason Jones - Bass
