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Official HEMI Merchandise is now available including t-shirts, hats, buttons, pins, stickers, and more. Please visit our online store for our complete catalog and ordering information.We are currently being featured in a contest sponsored by Chicago radio station Q101. There is a voting system that helps rank the bands and build their exposure within the station and the local area. We want to be contenders in this contest so we are asking everyone to click the above link and VOTE for HEMI. You can only vote once a day but please pass the word on and get as many people as you can to help us dominate! (click the graphic above to be redirected to the site)HEMI has been signed up for MTV2's On the Rise contest where up and coming artists get noticed by votes. We need 5,000 votes to reach level 2 of the contest so please visit the site and cast your vote for HEMI! You can vote as many times as you want at any time. (click the graphic above to be redirected to the site)Visit HEMI at PUREVOLUME and check out the tracks and information. Sign up for a "Listener" account and join our Fans page.Check out HEMI at GARAGEBAND and see reviews by listeners and fans. HEMI will also be competing in several sponsored contests that Garageband.com is hosting so check back often and be sure to vote for HEMI!JOIN HEMI's OFFICIAL MYSPACE GROUP for complete news, tour and merchandise updates! (click the graphic above to be redirected to the group page)HEMI ON FACEBOOK! Join HEMI's OFFICIAL Facebook group for complete tour and merchandise updates! (click the graphic above to be redirected to the group page. You must have a Facebook account in order to join, membership is free).
ABBREVIATED BIOGRAPHY
HEMI was formed in 2003 with the intention of bringing back the original sound of Heavy Metal music. Gathering influences from such bands as Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Metallica, Megadeth, and Motorhead the band spent it’s developmental years writing material that would stand true to the sound they were trying to portray while giving it a feel for today’s generation of fans.Throughout several lineup and directional changes the band found it’s ideal members consisting of Trent Zuberi (Lead Vocals), Erik Alvarez (Lead Guitar), Kat Klueppel (Rhythm Guitar), David Alvarez (Bass Guitar/Backing Vocals), and Mike “Guppy” Cieplik (Drums and Percussion).Through countless efforts of promotion, advertising, and live performances HEMI has been able to garner a reputation and recognition as one of the premier featured bands in the Chicagoland area. With numerous headlining shows under their belt along with a strong fanbase, HEMI has been able to define a position for themselves as a serious and professional act hell bent on having their music heard by as many people as possible.With their efforts in recent years, HEMI has obtained mainstream attention with such radio and industry sources as Q101 Radio (101.1FM), Rebel Radio Chicago (1240AM), MTV2’s On the Rise program, MySpace Music (over 22,000 plays), and Producer Michael Wagener (Ozzy, Metallica, Dokken, Skid Row) who gave the bands early work very positive reviews.With the release of their debut album Fire in the Sky HEMI is one-step closer to bringing their music to the masses. Featuring such hits as “Last Regret”, “Dark”, “Battle of Britain”, and “The Leash”, the album is complete Heavy Metal aggression from start to finish. Released by the band in September of 2007, the album has been very well received by fans and critics alike obtaining exclusive distribution with Hot Topic stores across the country. It exemplifies the culmination of years of hard work and dedication by the band and proves why HEMI has persevered through anything that has been put in their path.With subsequent tours and promotion to follow, HEMI is dedicated to promoting their album and not only gaining more attention and popularity but also becoming major players in the industry. As their name suggests, HEMI is a powerful and dedicated machine geared towards achieving their dreams of one day becoming true superstars in the music world. SHOW PHOTOS
Click the links below to view photos from the following shows.
Ye Old Town Inn 5-20-2006: THE RETURN
The Mutiny 8-10-2006: MUTINY on the METAL
The Mutiny 10-18-2006: WALK THE PLANK
Red Line Tap 11-19-2006: DERAILED
The Brauerhouse 12-16-2006: PERSISTENCE OF TIME
US Beer Company 3-9-2007: LETHAL LOCKDOWN
Nite Cap 6-21-2007: MOBfest 2007
Penny Road Pub 9-21-07: BLACK REIGN
Double Door 7-25-2008: SOUND OF VIOLENCE MUSIC VIDEOS
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HEMI - FIRE IN THE SKY
Produced by Nicholas J. Michelak/Ravensfilm Productions (2008)
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HEMI - FIRE IN THE SKY (Performance Version)
Produced by Nicholas J. Michelak/Ravensfilm Productions (2009)
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"Fire In The Sky" - HEMI (Official Music Video v2)
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HEMI - BATTLE OF BRITAIN
Produced by Erik Alvarez/Leash Records (2007)
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Member Since: 10/21/2004
Band Website: http://www.hemimusic.com
Band Members: Trent Zuberi - Lead Vocals & Bass GuitarKat Klueppel - Lead Guitar & Backing VocalsMr. Mad - Rhythm GuitarMike "Guppy" Cieplik - Drums and Percussion
Influences: Black Sabbath, Megadeth, Metallica, Iron Maiden, Pantera, DIO, Motorhead, Judas Priest, Tesla, Anthrax, Thin Lizzy, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Alice Cooper, Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Rush, Van Halen, The Scorpions, Guns N' Roses
Sounds Like: Iron Maiden, Megadeth, Metallica, Black Sabbath, Motorhead
Record Label: Leash Records/HEMI Music Productions
Type of Label: Unsigned

My Blog

HEMI NOW ON iTUNES, NAPSTER, AMAZON AND MORE! DOWNLOAD NOW!

HEMI HAS OFFICIALLY GONE DIGITAL. The tracks from our debut album, FIRE IN THE SKY are now available for download on several digital download websites as well as purchase of the full length CD at sel...
Posted by on Wed, 05 Nov 2008 17:50:00 GMT

FEARLESS RADIO REVIEW

Southside from Fearless Radio has posted a review of our Double Door show from July. It was our biggest show to date and we are extremely proud that it made an impact worthy of such an honorable...
Posted by on Sat, 13 Sep 2008 11:28:00 GMT

HEMI TO BE FEATURED ON MOVIE SOUNDTRACK

It is official as of last Thursday. HEMI has signed a deal with RAVENSFILM PRODUCTIONS to have the title track from our debut album  FIRE IN THE SKY featured in the upcoming movie called THE...
Posted by on Mon, 24 Mar 2008 23:00:00 GMT

THE ALBUM IS OUT!

As of October 2nd  we have officially released our debut album, "FIRE IN THE SKY." The album features 9 original tracks of pure HEAVY METAL insanity that have all been written and ...
Posted by on Thu, 11 Oct 2007 01:32:00 GMT

UPCOMING ALBUM

We have completed the tracks for our forthcoming album titled "FIRE IN THE SKY" to be commercially released in the next few weeks! We will have details on the album and how to purchase copies by ...
Posted by on Mon, 25 Jun 2007 13:05:00 GMT

REHEARSAL STUDIO

It is official. HEMI is now part of the Dickens music complex. As of February 1st, we will be moving into our very own professional rehearsal studio! We signed the lease this past Friday, got the keys...
Posted by on Tue, 23 Jan 2007 12:56:00 GMT

MERCHANDISE NOW AVAILABLE!

A full line of HEMI merchandise is now available!!All transactions are safe and secure through CafePress.com and merchandise is ready for shipping!Feedback is definitely welcome!click the link below ...
Posted by on Wed, 15 Nov 2006 23:52:00 GMT

PHOTOS FROM RETURN TOUR

We have some photos up from the first 2 shows of the comeback up at the following links thanks for Kat's brother, Noe. He was kind enough to take and host them for us so please check 'em out!   T...
Posted by on Wed, 23 Aug 2006 16:42:00 GMT

THE RETURN PART 2

We have yet another welcoming to report for HEMI. As most have heard, our scheduled comeback show was cancelled due to the parting of ways with Jeff Iversen and Erik Robles. We felt that things were ...
Posted by on Wed, 08 Mar 2006 12:12:00 GMT

THE RETURN

After months of searching and lineup changes, HEMI is proud to announce the addition of a new member and the return of on of it's founders. We would like to welcome Mr. Jeff Iversen to the band. Jeff...
Posted by on Wed, 04 Jan 2006 14:34:00 GMT