Nodes (n. pl.) of Ran•vier (rän'vyā, rän-vyā', räɴ-vi-é)
A constriction in the myelin sheath, occurring at varying intervals along the length of a nerve fiber. (see also; Brutal Metal)
The bleak plains of Sioux Falls, South Dakota are more accustomed to being associated with 4H club meetings and rodeos than blistering, aggressive metal, but the five members of Nodes Of Ranvier are out to change all that.
Naming your band after the gaps within neurons, isn’t what you would expect from a metal band. One would think metal names should have references to blood, or impending doom. Then again, Nodes Of Ranvier isn’t your typical metal band.
In a genre full of bands that can all seemingly follow the same standard song writing formulas, Nodes Of Ranvier have risen up creating their own niche in the metal/hardcore scene. Unique and original song arrangements that vary from breakdowns of epic proportions overlaid with harsh, deep vocals to hand clapping choruses with catchy melodies have caused the press to praise their "Self-Titled" album (2003) saying it was "one of the top ten albums of the year, if not of all time".
Nodes Of Ranvier have made an indelible imprint in the metal and hardcore underworld. Formed 7 years ago, Nodes Of Ranvier released several records on the renowned indie, FACEDOWN RECORDS and began to make their mark. Touring the globe in support of their three releases in the last 5 years had quite an impression on VICTORY RECORDS. So much so, that the pair teamed up for the band’s most ambitious release of their career, Defined By Struggle.
Their latest record, Defined By Struggle, is an impressive and epic collection of anthems that will drill the listener’s head as soon as the first riffs of “Sermon” coming blaring out the speakers. It is a perfect extension to 2005’s The Years To Come and exactly what fans of LAMB OF GOD, DARKEST HOUR and CHILDREN OF BODOM will want for their metal fix.
The music may be deadly but the album carries an uplifting message about the importance of dealing with life’s trials with faith and personal integrity intact. It’s a message that NODES OF RANVIER will be spreading throughout the world.
Band Professional Life: 2000 – Present
Band Members:
Kyle Benecke – vocals
Jake Stefek – guitar
Josh Ferrie – drums
Jon Parker – guitar
David Wick – bass
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