Hybrid’s music is easily described as old-school thrash with a modern twist which is applied by adding in riffs, ideas and elements from other genres. Rather than sticking to a specific steel frame work of the thrash genre, Hybrid prefers to make kick ass music that sounds good, rather than songs that fit a certain genre or mould. This general principle is then executed by crack musicians.

Nick Curtis is the face melting shredder of the group; he always manages to make sure at least one audience member is left spellbound and mouth agape after performing a mind blowing solo. Nick is currently in study at the University of Adelaide’s Conservatorium and was a music scholarship student at his high school, where the band met.

Tom Gleeson has been playing since he was in grade three and has had a wealth of experience in numerous genres and outings as a drummer and percussionist and has received critical acclaim from accomplished musicians. In his final year of high school, he achieved 19 out of 20 for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) Solo Performance subject. Tom’s goal with his drumming is to try and incorporate different styles and grooves into metal, rather than playing the stereotypical metal phrases.

Alex is the band’s front man, using his big personality, great rhythm skills and husky voice to create a Hetfield inspired link to the audience. Alex is what some would consider a natural at guitar, having quickly picked up the instrument. Riffs flow from his veins and onto the fret board while his lyrics spill from his head and onto the page.

Ryan provides the bottom end to huge sound that is Hybrid. Having started on the guitar Ryan was later influenced by Ryan Martinie, and decided to teach himself bass. Ryan’s bass skills really adds to the iconic Hybrid sound, he does more than fade into the background and makes sure the bass really pile-drives into the heart of the mosh.