Decadence is soon to be Newberry's loudest and proudest band. A Modern Hard Rock band based out of Newberry SC, We believe in playing true to the heart music. No frills, no bullshit expression of life is our purpose. That means real life situation turned into a melody. Started in August of 2007, we are getting ready to show the nation what Decadence is about. Your guaranteed to get your stomach full of raw and intense emotion when you experience one of our shows. Still in the process of developing an experienced combination of talent, we have already written close to 20 or more songs. With many more to come by the time we get a full group together, when we put out our first release it's bound to be full of great and complex pieces. Be on the lookout for Decadence very soon. We already have a large fan base that is guaranteed to continue to grow. Our band members and short personal biographies are as follows:
JD Whitman is the lead and rhythym guitarist. JD is a seasoned musician with over 15 years of experience in both guitar and vocals. He hails from Dallas TX. with ties also in Six Mile SC, as well as Atlanta GA. JD cut his teeth in the music industry in the high profile music scene that is Dallas, TX. JD has been in several local SC bands such as, Examining Emma and War From Brotherhood. Also had some roles in bands out in Texas. JD has an uncanny ability to write in a number of styles, and serve as the rhythm and lead parts. From Chunky Rhythm parts to screaming leads he can manage it all. At this time JD is using Schecter guitars and Marshall amps. In the near future he will be adding PRS and Hughes and Kettner to that repotoire. He uses Ernie Ball Strings. As of right now JD is living here in Newberry SC.
Josh Rowe is the frontman for Decadence. Born and raised here in Newberry, Josh is right in his comfort zone to write the lyrics that portray Decadence. Josh has been in one previous band, that being Examining Emma. With almost 2 years of experience around the entire state of SC, Josh has become comfortable in delivering like a frontman should. Easily you can see the raw techniques of his main influences Shaun Morgan and Corey Taylor in his vocals, with the ability to change to the more clear and clean vocals of his own unique style. With guitar experience as well it makes for a great writing combination for JD and Josh. Josh uses Shure and AKG mics. with Kustom and Peavey monitors and PA.
Jonathan king is the drummer for Decadence. Jonathan hails from Clinton SC. He has been behind a drumset the majority of his life, but as a serious player for about 7 years, with 1 year of onstage experience. He has been in two prior bands, Downpour and Calling For Liberty. Jonathan is a very artistic and precise drummer, and you can see many of his influences such as, Tool, Sevendust, Breaking Benjamin, etc. in his playing. He uses Pearl Drums, with Zildjian and Sabian cymbals. Vic Firth and Vater are his sticks of choice.
