Livid is a band of five whom all share one common factor: a deep passion for music. With national rock band comparisons from fans such as Disturbed, Sevendust, Breaking Benjamin, System of a Down, Chevelle, Deftones, P.O.D. and Mudvayne, Cincinnati, OH based Livid bring their talent and ideas to the table in an attempt to share their passion, enjoyment and vision with each other and the audience.
Livid has developed a large and loyal Cincinnati fan base through producing a fresh taste founded with energy, emotion, and intensity motivating the crowd with their huge sound, energy, and vibe that influences urge and appetite for movement.
Experience LIVID!
National Acts of which LIVID has shared the stage include:
Hurt
Flaw
Taproot
Seven Mary Three
Stereomud
The Royce
Hell Within
Sponge
Course of Nature
Mercy Fall
Ugly
Mark Rizzo (Soulfly)
Venue's LIVID has rocked:
The Madison Theatre*
Bogarts*
Annie's Entertainment Complex*
Bad Habitz*
Rhino's*
Sneaky Pete's*
Dirty Jacks*
East End Cafe*
20th Century Theatre*
The Mad Hatter*
The Mad Frog*
The Poison Room *(formerly)
The Blue Note *(formerly)
Whiskey Dicks *(formerly)
WEBN Fireworks *(three consecutive years)
The House of Blues (Cleveland OH)
Frog Bear & Wild Boar (Columbus OH)
CBR's (Columbus OH)
Victory's (Columbus OH)
Headliner's Music Hall (Louisville KY)
A1A Concert Hall (Lexington KY)
Bourbon Street (Clearwater FL)
The Monkey's Tail (Indianapolis IN)
*Cincinnati OH or Northern KY
Band Member Bio's:
Drums, Backup Vocals: Doug Morgan
Influences: Matt McDonough, Joey Jordison, Chris Adler, Morgan Rose, Shannon Larkin, Danny Carey, Mike Wengren, Vinnie Paul, and Josh Freeze.
Resources: Tama Starclassic Maple Drums, Ahead Drumsticks, Axis Longboard Pedals, Zildjian Cymbals, Paiste Cymbals, Countryman Headset, SPDS Sampler Pad, Evans and Remo Drumheads.
Bass: Eric Vogt aka "Huggy" aka "Gary?!" aka "Dad?!"
Influences: Billy Corgan, Ryknow of Mudvayne, Jeff Ament, whiskey, the dynamic elements of Deftones, Tool and Radiohead, Les Claypool. As well as the entire history of music from Classical to Classic Rock. Hip-hop to Heavy Metal. Jazz, Blues, Folk and so on. Everything, with the exception of country (sorry, I just don't get it).
Resources: Warwick and Musicman basses, Markbass amplification, Boss and BBE effects pedals, DR strings, Monster cables, Eric Vogt's fingers, and Jack Daniel's. Lots and lots of Jack Daniel's!
I think that should cover it. I thought about putting habitual masturbation and sex, but I figure, that's more of a hobby than an influence.
Vocals: Christe Ross
Influences: My older brothers Jeff and Dan Ross (hands down amazing lyricists), Shannon Hoon (Blind Melon) for his earthy appeal, Scott Weiland (STP) singing never moved so well inside of the guitar, Lajon Witherspoon (Sevendust) broke the mold of all frontmen, Stephan Richards (Taproot) an example of how different is better.
Guitars: Sean Snyder aka "Seanathon" aka "Supafly" aka "Clown baby?!
Influences: John Frusciante, David Gilmour, Thom Yorke, Mike Einziger, Stephen Carpenter, Dirk Lance, Dave Grohl, Jason Schwartzman, Indiana Jones, Tyler Dirden, Caffeine, Screaming, Music Lovers, Master Shake, Stanley Jordan, Livid.
Resources: Paul Reed Smith, Ibanez, Marshall, Dunlop, Line 6, Boss/Roland, Ernie Ball, Monster Cables, Jack Daniels, Coca Cola Classic, Camel Lights.
Guitars: John Vitellaro aka "Vit"
Influences: David Gilmour, Adam Jones, Joe Perry, Stephen Carpenter, Honesty, Aaron Almashy, Gil Elvgren, Kim Thayil, and Open-toe platform shoes.
Resources: Gibson guitars, Mesa Boogie amplification, Passion, Boss effects pedals, Ernie Ball strings, Jim Dunlop picks, Intensity, Monster cables, Furman Power, Shure Wireless, and Bacardi Superior & Diet Coke.
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