Minus Life

The original inception of Minus Life was formed early in 2002 by members Scott moss (Vox), Ryan O'Connell (Guitars) and Matt Bellette (Keyboards) with the intention of creating an original and modern style of heavy music.



Having shared previous experiences in other bands together the members were familiar with each other's styles, influences, creative ability and ambition. After much deliberation on whether or not a second guitar was needed to achieve a more traditional European sound, the band opted to utilize the keyboards as a dominant instrument, generating a highly orchestrated effect.

With the recent addition of ex-Hollow bass guitarist Kent Haines and ex-Yuri drummer Travis Henderson, Minus Life have risen to the forefront of Australian Metal.



Minus Life have played shows with a musically diverse range of established metal acts such as:

SLAYER

MASTODON

DARK TRANQUILITY

TESTAMENT

NEVERMORE

ARCH ENEMY

THE HAUNTED

WEDNESDAY 13

PSYCROPTIC

ALARUM

ALCHEMIST

THE AMENTA

DEVOLVED

THE BERZERKER

PEGAZUS

BLOOD DUSTER

They have played festivals such as:

METAL FOR THE BRAIN 2005 & 2006 in Canberra

OVERCRANKED 2006 and 2007

MARKET DAY 2006

BIG DAY OUT 07.



Although it is somewhat difficult to describe their music, Minus Life chose to label their style as being 'Symphonic Death Metal'.



Minus Life parted ways in June 07 citing musical differences.



Scott now sings for local band "TRIA MERA" you can listen to music demos @ http://www.myspace.com/triameraband



Kent & Travis continue to play in Hollow - listen to them at www.myspace.com/hollowbandaustralia



The other members Kent, Ryan, Matt and Travis have a project on its way called 'Silver Ocean Storm' so stay tuned for both!