12v Negative Earth

Combining jagged aggression and strikingly melodic vocals, 12v Negative Earth have created a fresh sounding brand of music that produces an electrifying amount of focused energy coupled with tight mechanical precision. 12v formed in 1996 in Nashville, TN. They began performing at local all ages clubs soon after. They developed a loyal local following that has allowed them to perform w/ such high profile bands as HateBreed, NothingFace and Sevendust.They released the independently produced "Where Did All The Sunshine Go?"in February of 1999 and "BabySteps" in March of 2000. In the process have sold in excess of 3,000 copies during that time period, while extensively touring the Southeast U.S.

Shatter the walls of chaos and harmony that surround 12v Negative Earth’s fourth independent release in eight years and you will find Heroes Defeated, an audible perspective of one’s struggle for recognition and survival. Be forewarned, your sweat will run red and your tears will seep cold as you fight in every direction for release; but, don’t give up my friend. Keep reminding yourself to breathe and realize that it’s all encompassed in the span of just six songs. It will be over soon. Or will it…? With 12v Negative Earth’s lifeline expanding eight years and counting, it is no wonder why an as of yet unsigned metal/hardcore act out of Nashville, TN can fit in with the big boys like none other. Since 1996 the years of blood, sweat, and endurance have polished this rock into a diamond. With the formation now consisting of Jason Carroll (vocals), Cody McCall (guitar/backing vocals), Eli McFadden (guitar), Chris Sprinkle (bass), and Bart Sallee (drums), this band of five Geminis is creating some of the most intense and emotional music of it’s time and having an overwhelming effect on the country it crosses. From New York City to Phoenix, Arizona, 12v has spent the majority of its time in a van conquering city after city in the wake of three independent CD releases and one online only release entitled Remind Me to Breathe (2003). 12v Negative Earth’s first independent release, Where Did All The Sunshine Go? (1999), laid the groundwork for the band on a national scale and established the initial group of fans outside the Nashville area through $7500+ in CD sales throughout the country. The second release entered the world in February of 2000’s aptly named Babysteps (2000). Recorded and produced by Fred Coury (Cinderella), Babysteps was instantly heralded by ThePRP.com as a CD of “vast spanning song structures with shades of a bluesy metal sautéed in an aggro sauce and seasoned with strikingly melodic vocals”, receiving 4.5 stars out of a possible 5. The Babysteps CD release show alone sold over $2000 in CD sales and 12v totaled $10,000+ in sales overall by the time the disc sold out at the end of 2000. With two independent releases under their belt, 12v decided to hit the road for a while. With extensive touring and a “no surrender” attitude, 12v managed to gain a following which lead to headlining shows in both St. Louis with Story Of The Year and New Orleans with Drowning Pool. On a national scale, 12v Negative Earth was gaining major ground and it showed. Opening slots began rolling in alongside Hatebreed, Earth Crisis, The Misfits, and Cold, to name but a few. City by city 12v was dominating and the buzz was growing. People wanted more. In the summer of 2002 more was given. 12v entered the studio a third time to record an EP entitled Remind Me To Breathe (2003) with producer Voytek Kochanek (Ozzy, Steve Vai) at the helm. As a recording meant to reward the fans and their rabid thirst for new 12v negative Earth music, the release was made available exclusively for download at their website www.12vne.com. This much said, it did what it was meant to do in increasing website traffic and increasing an ever growing fanbase. After more opening slots for the likes of Blindside, Nothingface, Burnt By The Sun, and Pissing Razors, 12v decided to enter the studio once again in order to, this time, please their own thirst for a new CD of which to tour in support. Turn your clocks now to November 2, 2004 to the release of 12v Negative Earth’s fourth independent release entitled Heroes Defeated (2004). Mixed by Dave Barrick (Nashville Pussy, Chum), Heroes Defeated is a symbol of 12v’s dedication both to their fans as well as themselves and truly represents all that 12v Negative Earth has encompassed over the last 8 years. “We dedicate ourselves to the music. We build our lives around the music and the music around our lives. This is why we breathe.” Now to the road which lies ahead. With the release of Heroes Defeated, a recent full promotional deal with Jagermeister, the support from both Sirius and XM Satellite Radio, and building their fanbase through constant grassroots touring, the groundwork for 12v Negative Earth has truly been laid and the future of 12v is looking brighter than ever. Cue the lights as the crowds continue their chant…12volt!…12volt!…12volt! Bands played with: Hatebreed, Blindside, P.O.D., Nothingface, Earth Crisis, Burnt By The Sun, Six Feet Under, Premonitions Of War, Misery Index, The Misfits, Internal Bleeding, Pro-Pain, Kid Rock, Everlast, Hole, Stuck Mojo, The Urge, Drown, Cold, Limp Bizkit, Hotwire, Die Trying, Downset, The Kick, Bobaflex, Byzantine.

12v Negative Earth is a band that has successfully fused the aggression and energy of "hardcore" with two and three part harmonies giving them a great melodic advantage over their counterparts. This hybrid has enabled the band to gain a strong following from a wide range of fans thus giving them the opportunity to open for bands with varied sounds from Hatebreed to P.O.D. to The Misfits. 12v Negative Earth's musical creation continually rides along the edge of combusting into an explosion of very emotional, very intense music. Formed in 1996, 12v Negative Earth came together in Nashville, TN, generally regarded with its rich history as a Mecca for country music. Decidedly different from their musical surroundings, 12v successfully molded a unified scene within the region that they now dominate. Since their original formation, the band has spread their sphere of influence from their roots in Nashville throughout the country, regularly playing shows from NYC to Phoenix, AZ. Their first album, "Where Did All The Sunshine Go?" laid the groundwork and demolished the prefixed standards of what a band needed to sound like when playing heavy music. Their second release, "Babysteps" (March 1999), was heralded by ThePRP.com, which significantly increased their already extensive fan base. Their third release, due to be released in 2004, looks to extend the influence of 12v Negative Earth on a national scale as they continue their grassroots push through touring in combination with their recently revamped website at www.12vne.com. Bands played with: Hatebreed, Blindside, P.O.D., Nothingface, Earth Crisis, Burnt By The Sun, Six Feet Under, Premonitions Of War, Misery Index, The Misfits, Internal Bleeding, Pro-Pain, Kid Rock, Everlast, Hole, Stuck Mojo, The Urge, Drown, Cold, Limp Bizkit, Hotwire, Die Trying, Downset, The Kick, Bobaflex, Byzantine. Cities Played: Nashville, TN, Jackson, MS, Louisville, KY, Phoenix, AZ, Chicago, IL, Pittsburg, Pa, Akron, OH, Evansville, IN, Knoxville, TN, Jackson, TN, Wichita, KS, New Orleans, LA, Lexington, KY, Lawrence, KS, Indianapolis, IN, New York City, NY, St. Louis, MO, Topeka, KS, Memphis, TN, Huntington, WV, Sandusky, OH