The unabashed, melodic, hard rock band, Versus the Nothing is a quintet that focuses on writing solid songs with tight, energetic performances. Their music combines heavy guitars, with powerful, melodic vocals that are propelled by driving rhythms and anthemic choruses. Clean, quiet moments swell into raging guitars, punctuated by short blasts of gang vocals as they rise into crashing sing-along choruses, accented by hopeful lyrics.
Their namesake draws upon that same energy, inspired by The Neverending Story, where an evil force called The Nothing tries to take over everything in existence. It’s a journey from pain to joy; a story that encourages us to believe that happiness is achievable even in the most dire of circumstances.”
Versus the Nothing independently released their debut album “Let it all Come Down” in 2008, with the track “Bleed the Ocean” quickly being snapped up by Mazda for an online campaign. They soon caught the attention of the Canadian Music Industry, leading them to a coveted Top 5 winner in the esteemed Vancouver CFOX 2008 Seeds contest (responsible for helping break some of the biggest bands on the rock scene such as Nickelback,Bif Naked, Default, Theory of a Deadman, and Art of Dying).
The album’s title track “Let it all Come Down” has been getting steady spins at Canadian radio ever since, in addition to spins on American stations WLIX 104.5fm, Indie 104fm, KERX 95.3fm, WAMX 106.3fm, WEGW 107.5fm, and WHBR 103.1fm.
Non-stop gigging and a tireless work ethic have transformed Vancouver’s Versus the Nothing into one of the new rock acts to emerge out of Western Canada. Their goal is a modest one, one that reflects the true essence and sincerity of their music; to get on the road, tour non-stop, and be heard by as many new people as possible.
They’re creating a unique future for themselves, carving a path that’s full of opportunities for such a young group. The book is wide open for Versus the Nothing, and their neverending story has only just begun.
Versus the Nothing are:
Ross – Vocals
Jason – Bass
Chris – Guitar, Vocals
Ande – Guitar, Vocals
Denham – Drums
The new video is finally here and the single is now available for pre-order over on our Hoover Dams Myspace.
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Next live - 8th Jan - Primrose, Leeds 16th Jan - Live Lounge, Blackburn
VTN today on Doc's Alternative Universe - check out the K94rocks premiere of tracks from Vancouver's own, Versus The Nothing! 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. PT only on www.k94rocks.com (VTN will be on in the second hour) Jump into the chat room, no registration necessary and tell them how much you love NOTHING!
I will be live on the Todd & Karen show today between 4 & 5 pm... Review the past couple of games and predict the outcome of the Devils\ Canucks game tomorrow night... Join us on 99.3 cfox or www.cfox.com The Fox Rocks y'all...... Mr T
Hey, How have you been? I hope everything is going good for you today. I haven't heard from you in a good minute or maybe it's because we never do try to communicate with each other even though were on each others friend list. How sad. Anyway I wish you the best. Take care and Keep In Touch! I'll be here if you need me for anything. Check out my page sometime. I'm always updating information on it. Peace!
My Dear Versus The Nothing, I want you to know that your music and your songs are my passion. I am addicted to Versus The Nothing. There is something that pulls me towards them. Do PS:Follow Me Twitter at http://twitter.com/iaent
Thanks to in larger the support of our Myspace Friends in helping get the word out, Feed the Homelesss 5 was a huge success!
A near record crowd enjoyed amazing sets by Jill Zmud, Huntley Slim, and Arms of the Girl .
There was a well attended fun after party with Legendary Zaphod's DJ's Kerri and Arun... Cody Doby Much of Music VJ Contest fame, did a brillant job as MC.