Bryan Garris
Bryan Garris | |
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 Bryan Garris performing with Knocked Loose in 2018 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | September 6, 1993 |
| Origin | Kentucky, U.S. |
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| Years active | 2013–present |
| Labels | Pure Noise |
| Member of | |
| Formerly of | Heartstopper |
Bryan Garris (born September 6, 1993) is an American musician best known as the vocalist of the hardcore punk band Knocked Loose, which was formed in 2013. He has contributed to the band's recording and touring activities, helping them become a prominent act within the modern hardcore scene.
Career
[edit]In 2013, Garris co-founded Knocked Loose in Oldham County, Kentucky, along with other local musicians. The band, initially performing under a different name, later adopted the name Knocked Loose and released several recordings, including:
- Laugh Tracks (2016)
- A Different Shade of Blue (2019)
- A Tear in the Fabric of Life (2021)
- You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To (2024)[1]
Garris' vocal delivery is a core element of the band's sound, and his performance style has been discussed in various reviews and interviews. In a 2024 interview, he spoke about the band's creative process and the evolution of their sound.[2]
Other projects
[edit]Garris previously was the bassist of hardcore band Heartstopper, which he formed alongside three former members of the band Nine Eyes. The band's drummer was Knocked Loose guitar Issac Hale.[3]
Garris plays bass in the straight edge hardcore supergroup XweaponX (or Weapon X). The band was formed by Garris, guitarist Isaac Hale ( also a member of Knocked Loose), drummer Trey Garris (Bryan's brother, and drummer for deathcore band Gates To Hell) and vocalist Dave Baugher.[4] On March 13, 2023, the band surprise dropped a split EP with World Of Pleasure, which was XweaponX's first release to feature additional guitarist Bo Lueders of Harm's Way.[5] The band released their second demo on April 18, 2025.[6]
On May 13, 2022, Garris was featured on the Motionless in White single "Slaughterhouse".[7] Knocked Loose would later record their own sequel to the song for You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To, entitled "Slaughterhouse 2" and featuring Motionless in White vocalist Chris Motionless.[8]
Musical impact
[edit]Under Garris' leadership, Knocked Loose has become known for its energetic live performances and has played a significant role in the resurgence of hardcore punk and metalcore in the United States. Reviews of the band's work have noted the high-energy and aggressive style that Garris helps to drive, contributing to their influence on the modern hardcore scene.[9]
Discography
[edit]With Knocked Loose
[edit]- Pop Culture (2014)
- Laugh Tracks (2016)
- A Different Shade of Blue (2019)
- A Tear in the Fabric of Life (2021)
- You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To (2024)
References
[edit]- ^ "About Knocked Loose". Knocked Loose. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
- ^ "Interview: Bryan Garris of Knocked Loose Talks 'You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To'". New Noise Magazine. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
- ^ Holehan, Jeremy. "Bassist Spotlight: Bryan Garris (Heartstopper, Knocked Loose)". Retrieved 16 May 2025.
- ^ Galiher, Stephen Andrew. "XweaponX Drops Thunderous New Song 'Everybody Breaks'". Vice Media. Retrieved 16 May 2025.
- ^ "xWEAPONx and World Of Pleasure drop surprise split". Retrieved 16 May 2025.
- ^ Breiham, Tom. "Stream xWeaponx's Ridiculously Heavy New Demo". Stereogum. Retrieved 16 May 2025.
- ^ Childers, Chad. "Knocked Loose Singer Crushes on New Motionless in White Song 'Slaughterhouse'". Loudwire. Retrieved 16 May 2025.
- ^ Hopkins, Manus (May 7, 2024). "Knocked Loose Polish Their Blade on 'You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To'". Exclaim!. Retrieved May 9, 2024.
- ^ "Knocked Loose: "We're always going to be a heavy band"". NME. Retrieved May 15, 2025.