Quicksand (band)

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Quicksand

Background information
Origin New York, NY, USA
Genre(s) Post-hardcore
Years active 1990–1995, 1997-1998
Label(s) Island, Polydor, Revelation Records
Associated
acts		 Handsome
Rival Schools
Walking Concert
Seaweed
Former members
Walter Schreifels
Tom Capone
Alan Cage
Sergio Vega

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[edit] History

Quicksand were one of the most influential New York post-hardcore bands of the early to mid-90's, led by Gorilla Biscuits mastermind/guitarist Walter Schreifels. Quicksand provided the blueprint for many bands to follow in their footsteps. British bands such as Hundred Reasons and Hell is for Heroes are two such artists who take their cues from this band. Many fans have noted that popular alt-rock act Tool seem to have molded their "signature" sound after Quicksand's releases.

The band released two widely-acclaimed albums in Slip and Manic Compression before disbanding in 1995. In 1997, Quicksand reunited, and embarked on a successful tour in 1998 with The Deftones. Towards the end of the year they entered the studio to begin work on a follow-up to Manic Compression, but tensions within the band caused them to split up for good.

[edit] Post-Quicksand

Since the band broke up, Walter Schreifels formed alt-rock band Rival Schools, who released one album before splitting. He currently plays in pop-rock band Walking Concert. Guitarist Tom Capone formed Handsome with members of Murphy's Law, Iceburn and Helmet, releasing a self-titled album in 1997. He currently plays guitar for Instruction. Bassist Sergio Vega has since played bass on tour for the Deftones and has also released solo material. Drummer Alan Cage joined alt-rock band Seaweed after Quicksand's split.

[edit] Discography

[edit] Albums

[edit] EPs/singles

  • "Quicksand" (4-song EP) (1990), Revelation Records
  • "Dine Alone" (7" single) (1992), Polydor Records
  • "Fazer" (CD single) (1993), Polydor Records
  • "Dine Alone" (CD single) (1993), Polydor Records
  • "Omission" (CD single) (1993), Polydor Records
  • "Freezing Process" (CD single) (1993), Polydor Records
  • "Divorce" (7" single) (1994), Island Records
  • "Thorn in My Side" (CD single) (1995), Island Records
  • "Landmine Spring" (CD single) (1995), Island Records
  • "Delusional" (CD single) (1995), Island Records

[edit] External links

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