Profile: From Ritual to Romance

Band Members:
Ruben Val Verde ( vocals )
Macario Gutierrez ( lead guitar )
David Nieto ( rhythm guitar )
Benjamin Nieto ( bass )
Davit Hootman ( drums )
How did you pick the band name?
David got it from his english teacher and he liked it and mentioned it to us and we all liked it. so we picked it, and it's based off a book about King Arthur trying to find the Holy Grail.
How would your define your sound?
We are what would happen if Eric Clapton and Led Zeppelin made a love child ... with a little mix of mariachi and experimental salsa, and some screaming guy. Just kidding. Some new rock mixed with the classic rock sound. plus we put our own sound in it. We have an 80's metal edge, and some screamo with exploding guitar riffs.
Describe your creative process for writing and composing music?
Well, it starts off as an idea and then it gets transcribed into an intricate guitar melody, or riff. Then from there, we jam it out and structure the pieces we have formed to create the basic form of our song. From there, we just add parts and take away parts to finally make the instrumental part of the song. After that the lyrics and vocals are added to complement the over all feeling of the song.
If you guys were to play with another band, which would it be?
If we could play with any band it would be, hands down, At The Drive In.
Where / how often / how do you guys practice?
We practice in a secluded area where we won't be bothered by anyone except the pizza delivery guy. Our schedule is Thurs. - Sat. with a minimum of 5 hours spent practicing.
Finally, why do men have nipples?
Because they have to be albe to make CSM on pancakes.
