SWiLL

SWiLL is bent on producing music that defies a simple or generic categorization. Embracing technology, SWiLL employs the use of computers, sequencers, and machines to enhance the music they create. While definite influences can be heard in their sound, the band strives to emulate nobody. Instead, SWiLL strives to create a unique and engaging brand of music that is hard driving and even vulgar at times. Fueled by over-exposure to television and other media overkill, their lyrics are brutally honest and real. Most subjects are tackled with a tongue-in-cheek approach. You will hear no songs about flowers, fresh little candies, or puppy dogs. Expect no sappy laments of love or the heartache of failed relationships. These tired topics have been done to death.
SWiLL was conceived and hatched in 1999 by PHiL SWiLL, who is the chief lyricist, programmer, and vocalist for the band. After scouring the Kansas City well of musicians for the perfect cohorts, he selected Renrag S. to handle the bass guitar chores and Jaymes Boes to carry the heavy weight of the guitar duties. Initially, the band performed live with a drum machine. This piece of technology was soon replaced by Special K. After abruptly leaving the band unannounced, Special K was replaced by the incredible Toby, who now handles the skin beating for SWiLL both live and in the studio. In September of 2006 we lost our formitive Bass player Renrags, during one of the shows, the DEVIL HIMSELF recruited him for his band for a tour of the 7 circles of hell. LOL We were able to sneak in another really great Bassist by the name of Johnny Homicide to fill in his now vacant position. After the crew had their ways with him (and extensive therapy to repair THAT damage!) he has fully established himself as our newest full time beating victim. LOL
The past four years have been a path of growth for SWiLL. They have toured as far east as New York and have found themselves playing with such national acts as Dope, The Peppermint Creeps, Lizzy Borden, Razed In Black, and The Genitorturers to name but a few. SWiLL has earned the reputation as "The Garbage Men of the Midwest" with their raucous live shows. They employ the use of countless confetti canons, toilet paper, and leaf blowers to launch a colossal mess at every show. It is an experience not soon forgotten by anyone who attends one of their live shows.