The Abyss (band)

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The Abyss
Origin Houston, Texas, U.S.
Genres Alternative rock, post-punk, gothic rock, darkwave
Years active2007–present
LabelsUnsigned
MembersSean Ozz
Website theabyssband.com

The Abyss is an American alternative rock band based out of Houston, Texas, that was founded in 2007 by Sean Ozz and Ronnie Kopal. [1]

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Musical development

The Cure, Jane's Addiction, Radiohead, Joy Division, Muse, PiL, and The Smashing Pumpkins are considered to be the underlying influences of The Abyss' musical style. [1] [2] Heavily influenced by visual art, the sound of The Abyss has been described[ by whom? ] to capture the dark emotional underpinnings from life in a way that transforms those emotions into something that can be felt through sound.

The band has appeared in performances with PiL (Public Image Limited), ORGY, Boys Don't Cry, The Razorblade Dolls, and The Scars Heal in Time. They have appeared at multiple performances for the Houston Zombie Walk and The Houston Press Music Awards.

Awards and recognitions

The Abyss was nominated for Best Modern Rock Band at the 2013 Houston Press Music Awards, for Best Modern Rock Band at the 2012 Houston Press Music Awards, [3] [4] and for Best Modern Rock Band at the 2011 Houston Press Music Awards. [5]

Band members

Current

Former

Paul Cannon [7] — drums, percussion, and songwriter (2010–2012) Paul was a driving member along with Sean and Ronnie. He departed the music scene to focus on his family and law practice in 2012.

Discography

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See also

Houston Press (October 17, 2010). "Houston Press Band Feature on The Abyss". Houston Press. Jef With One F.
Houston Underground Music (May 3, 2011). "The Scoop on The Abyss". Houston Underground. Ashley the Intern.
Houston Press (March 3, 2011). "Musicians Unite to Help Abyss Singer's Injured Son". Houston Press. Rocks Off.
Jake Brown (October 12, 2010). "Jane's Addiction: In The Studio". Amazon. ISBN   978-0972614276.
Jef With One F (November 3, 2011). "A Nomenclature Battle: What's in an Abyss?". Houston Press. Rocks Off.