Saliva, an alternative metal/hard rock band who makes use of grunge techniques as well as a bit of southern rock. The band was originally founded in September 1996 in Memphis, Tennessee.

While Memphis was an unlikely place for an alternative metal/post-grunge band, Saliva was able to follow in the tradition of crafting hard rock songs in a radio-friendly format popularized by the likes of Creed, Nickelback and Disturbed. After competing in the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences Grammy Showcase competition, where they advanced to the final round in New York City, the group self-released their self-titled debut album which sold over 10,000 copies in their region, prompting Island Records to take notice. Their Island debut Every Six Seconds was released in 2001, followed by Back Into Your System in 2002 which included the chart topping hits 'Always', and 'Rest In Pieces' co-written by James Michael and Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue. The band toured in 2003 opening for Kiss and Aerosmith.

Saliva has a new album coming in January 23, 2007 titled Blood Stained, Love Story. The single, titled "Ladies & Gentlemen" has been released to radio stations and can be heard on their MySpace profile.