In January of 2005 when guitarist Steve Harvey, formerly of GRUMPY,CHOKEHOLD, lashed out at the world by stitching together a band with more than melody and innovation. Over the top and sometimes introspective lyrics that relay the thoughts of us all that live and breath. Upon forming the concept behind the band, Steve asked his longtime friend Darin Foxx to join his crusade by filling the front man spot.
Steve & Darin auditioned many a drummer that could possibly fit the character of the sound they were aiming for. This sound was found quite unexpectedly in former choke hold drummer Aaron D.. After writing a few songs WHO WAS I was in need of their fourth and final member to complete this puzzle, and they found that final piece when they called on another long time friend and long time '4' stringer Ed "Scheidde" Rogers .
With all their talents and influences combined WHO WAS I has re-mastered the art of the show with hard work and an inexhaustible furvor to entertain and capture the audiences attention whether they like it or not (you will leave impressed no matter what music you like).
WHO WAS I is continually challenging the future while honoring their respective pasts.
The power and passion of Darin and Steves vocalizations flow freely from spot on harmonies to growling and guttural screams. Vocals perfectly matched to Steve's unique writing style and innovative rhythms powered forward by the booming solidity of Ed and Aaron drum and bass assault.
WHO WAS I is a forward-thinking, high-octane musical entity of the First Order.
The depth and range of the talent in this band is staggering.
Connections Magazine says, "...magnificent melodic metal songwriting with hints of American 80's metal as well."
WHO WAS I continues to pound the central Florida music scene with sonic fury and lofty goals, and are well on their way of seeing these goals come to fruition. These four talents represent musical expression like no other. The music that they bring to the world is the next step in the evolution of hard rock/metal; WHO WAS I will shape the future of music.