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Mindset Defect

Rank #2 Goodlettsville, TN Metal / Metalcore / Rock

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Sounds Like: Killswitch Engage, Atreyu, Bullet for My Valentine, Faith No More, All That Remains

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Manager: David Lowry, The Lowry Agency

Bio: The Nashville metalcore band Mindset Defect has been taking the southeast by storm, sharing the stage with Helmet, Straight Line Stitch, Diecast, Almost Kings, Intronaut and Ekotren. Since their conception in 2005 Mindset Defect has worked diligently to bring something different to metal fans. Th... See Full Bio

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“There are metal bands and then there’s Mindset Defect. We featured them as our Band of the Week on Rusty Cooley’s Guitar Asylum TV’s website and the response to their music was phenomenal. Five guys that have their own identities and personalities, but have a synergy on stage that’s electrifying. They are known as the hardest playing band in Nashville, TN and it shows on stage as well as on their CDs. Mindset Defect’s music has a gravitational pull that literally draws you in and that’s what great metal is all about! We can’t wait to get these guys on our television show!”

— Executive Producer Ward W. Bond, Rusty Cooley's Guitar Asylum TV

“Winner of the Music City Mayhem awards for Best Metal Drummer, Comeback Of The Year, and Metal Band Of The Year”

— Bonnie Neves, Dungeon Promotions

“Imagine August Burns Red, Threat Signal, Killswitch Engage, and All That Remains came together to form a gigantic super group of musicality, and that’s close to what Mindset Defect, a four piece band from Nashville, TN, sounds like.”

— Kyle Brady, The Metal Register

“What makes this band different from many of those within similar genres is their choice of tempo and technicality: solos and intricate guitar work are constant throughout the songs, but guitar harmonies and galloping drums have substantial roles in both the verse and chorus, sometimes bringing to mind other bands of similar habits, such as Trivium, Bullet For My Valentine, or, as the originators of this technique, Iron Maiden.”

— Kyle Brady, The Metal Register

“Even though the music of Mindset Defect is heavy, syncopated, and has great focus on highly proficient guitarwork, they choose to step once again outside the expectations of genre by preferring slower tempos than are typical, leading to more focused attention by listeners – who would likely expect a much more brutal rhythm. Without such changes to the musical formulae, these southern rockers would not stand out as original or interesting, but, luckily for fans and listeners, they made the decision to choose creativity over copycat appeal.”

— Kyle Brady, The Metal Register

“Taking over the local rock scene and soon everywhere else with incredible writing on guitars and vocals. A mix between metal and melodic that anyone who appreciates rock will be in awe of.”

— Tony Stone D.J. 102.9 WBUZ, WBUZ

“There is a reason people respond to Mindset Defect. They ROCK! It's the perfect storm of melody, in-your-face metal and killer guitar riffs. That uniqueness and energy comes across in the recording and translates perfectly in their live show. Absolutely mindblowing!”

— Aljon Go Former D.J. 102.9 WBUZ, WBUZ

“this band is going to be up there with my other favorite metal bands, the songs are excellent”

— Nashvillerock.net

“Plenty of metal here, but this band adds to it with the lyrics and some really scorching guitars”

— Nashvillerock.net

“The vocals are fantastic, guitars are some of the best around town, drums and bass give it that great backbeat.”

— Nashvillerock.net

“Nominated for 6 "Buzz Rock Awards" and winner of three for best drummer, best guitarist, and band of the year”

— Aljon Go, 102,9 the buzz

“Winner of "Buzz Rock Awards" Band of the year for 2008”

— Aljon Go, 102.9 The buzz

“4th most requested band on the "Local Buzz" for 2008”

— Aljon Go, 102.9 The Buzz

“I’ve been hearing good things about this band for the past year, If you like metal and haven’t checked out Mindset Defect, you can feel comfortable that you will get your money’s worth”

— Chris Czynszak, nashvillerock.net

“From the first note to the last, this band was all over the place and played with sheer precision through every song.”

— Chris Czynszak, Nashvillerock.net

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o1nastygirl
Freakin awesome music here!!!!! 'By The Way' in my fav's killer guys, Greetings from Australia..x
May 21
Timothy Dean Pirate ...
I am always looking for tracks from musicians that would like some airtime and promotion for their music on TDB Pirate radio. We are also looking for artists to interview...
May 19
LunariaN
yummy metal works here
May 7
CorePreme
great music
May 6
Jacquescoley®
Hey guys: Just voted for ya on Hard Rock Cafe Global Rising. Keep up the great work. You rock. Cheers. J
Apr 18
B.Good
whats good? showing luv and support, playing the tracks. keep doing ya thang and get at the top spot. peace and blessings
Mar 30