SOULBENDER: Soulbender

Soulbender

Soulbender

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Soulbender is a dark, heavy rock band from Seattle and Vancouver. The band consists of Queensryche guitarist Michael Wilton, ex-My Sister's Machine singer Nick Pollock, guitarist Dave Groves, and drummer Wes Hallam.

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Soulbender is a collaboration of experienced Metal musicians from all over the Northwest. Singer Nick Pollock comes from the Seattle band 'My Sisters Machine' who made a mark for themselves in the early 90s touring the country on major label album releases 'Diva' and 'Wallflower'. Nicks' lyrical content comes from deep within, with subtle meanings that aren't so well defined on the surface. You have to travel deep down the 'Rabbit Hole' to fully comprehend.

Michael Wilton needs no introduction. For over two decades and more Michael..aka... 'Whip' has been a founding member of Queensryche and toured the world 10 times over, sold millions of records and graces the wheels of Soulbender with screaming melodic riffs and leads that have a signature sound embedded in the foundation of metal roots from the Northwest and around the world.

Dave Groves with his monstrous guitar leads and riffs adds another edge to the mechanics and songwriting of Soulbender that only a mother could love. Dave comes from Vancouver Canada out of Tin Pan and Fallen Angel, two Canadian based metal bands.

As a major collaborator and master of odd time signatures, pounding drum machine Wes Hallam also hails from Vancouver. Wes played in both Assault and Fallen Angel before founding Soulbender with Michael and Dave in 2003.

In late 2005 Bassist Chuck Miller from Peace and Silence and Dr. Unknown teamed up with long time friend Michael Wilton to round out and add his 3 finger string pounding bass grooves to the Soulbender Familia. Soulbender is currently working on their sophomore release titled 'Thereism' scheduled for release some time in mid to late 2007.

The band has currently gone under some member changes. At the end of Jan 2007, Nick Pollock and Wes Hallam have stepped down from their roles as lead singer and drummer of the band. The band is currently trying out new singers and drummers and writing new songs. Currently on Drumms is Van Williams from Nevermore, and on Vocals Travis Bracht from Second Coming. Stay tuned for more info as it comes we will post, Thanks for all your support!!!

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  • Cool
    author: Kim Andrè Tangstad

    That was really cool music Reminds a little of Dope, just a... softer version. Stay strong, rock on ;D

  • Rock On
    author: PilsnerRyche

    Found the link on Whip's my space page so being a big time Queensryche fan I had to gave it a quick listen and knew I had to own it. Love it and am trying to recruit new SB fans. Can't wait to hear the next.

  • WOW!!! This is so cool!!!!
    author: Stephen Albanese

    I'm a big fan of Queensryche and I really liked My Sisters Machine but thought they were extint so when I stumbled on Soulbender and found out they had Nick the vocalist from My Sisters Machine and Michael Wilton on guitar I had to check it out...and my expectations were high...too make a long story short this disc blew me away...it was every bit as good as I thought it would be and then some...it reminds me of a more metallic M.S.M. with killer guitar work. If you like heavy modern music this CD kills...now buy it...or wish you had when they're gone.

  • good stuff
    author: matt

    sweet shit

  • The heavier side of Wilton's playing unleashed
    author: Lisa R.

    Once I finally heard this whole cd, I was kicking myself for procrastinating about buying it for so long...it kicks major ass! This is way BETTER than most of the popular bands of this genre (i.e. Godsmack). I really dig the Alice in Chains-esque overtones that the vocals invoke, and most of all, really love the heavy riffs and the killer solos by Michael Wilton and Dave Groves. "The Ocean" and "Three Towers" are stuck in my mind. Definitely worth buying.

  • Really good stuff.
    author: Rattlehead

    Can't believe I waited three years to buy it. Really awesome disc this one.

  • Developing Band with Incredible Potential
    author: J

    The songwriting is good, the feel is heavy, the guitar work is tasty, and the bass is busy when it needs to be and fills in the sound nicely. Unfortunately the vocals on the album are flat, lacking the presence & energy to compliment the rest of the group - a problem their new singer seems to have no trouble resolving. The CD is good, but I would wager that once the material is re-recorded with Travis Bracht's pipes it'll be on a whole new level.

  • Definitely worth having
    author: welo

    A solid effort in both production and performance. The only reason I'm not giving it five stars is because I'm saving that for the next album. Be advised however that they lost the singer from this record (Pollock), so if you see the show live it won't sound quite the same.

  • Soulbender Rocks...
    author: rychehead88

    Soulbender is a great CD filled with amazing guitar rifs and sound...its is an amazing CD that i enjoy listening to all the time.... Soulbender Rocks... Ryche on....

  • A MUST HAVE CD!!!
    author: RycheFan156

    This CD is awesome. I would give it 10 stars!

  • DUDE THIS ROCKS! Lets get together and do some VIDEOs
    author: Riki Frank

    This is it! The real way to Rock!

  • surprising discovery
    author: florence

    I bought SOULBENDER because i love QUEENSRYCHE I was so surprised to discover the MY SISTER'S MACHINE voice!!!!! Heavy and dark music with melodies..... If you love ALICE IN CHAINS this band is for you !

  • I love Soulbender so much, I bought 3 more for family
    author: Chasing Blue Sky

    the cd rocks, i already own it, and i turned my daughters and boyfriend onto Soulbender so i bought the 3 of them their own cds for christmas !!!! Keep em comin guys!!

  • Most awesome!
    author: Tere

    Great music on the CD - LOVE IT!!!!!!!!! The lyrics are great, too!

  • author: James

    As a Micheal Wilton and Queensryche fan, I had to purchase Soulbender. Never heard it before,but, took a chance. Can't go wrong with something like this. The band rocks and the guitars are awesome.

  • Worth listening to!
    author: Heather

    As a HUGE Queensryche fan, I had to give it a listen. I think Michael Wilton is a premier guitarist and the cd is great. It could use a little more variety to the songs, but when you listen to the radio these days and all the crap that's out there it's great to hear a good rock band. It's a nice mix of heavy and some grunge, but they have their own sound, it doesn't sound recycled at all. It's on my ipod and will stay there! And thumbs up to CD Baby, will definitely order again! :)

  • Extention
    author: Pointyguitars

    This is the evolution of Mike's previous bands music, The path of the music, not the concepts. I can only hope for more. Maybe with a special guest (for some harmony guitar parts) wink wink Thanks

  • great
    author: tina

    great cd. Soulbender rocks

  • omg, this cd rocks. i love soulbender!
    author: Jodi

    i am so glad i have the soulbender cd. it rocks! i cant stop listening to it! and i cant wait for the next one!! whip and the band kick ass and take names!!

  • Renewed hope in music!!!
    author: rycher

    I'd had just about given up on anything musically coming out to not disappoint me, this cd was a pleasant surprise. Very tight and agressive riffs, thought provoking lyrics, definately doesn't sound like a "side" project. Great cd, check it out!

  • This CD rocks. Awesome sound.
    author: Jeff

    This CD rocks!!! Incredible sound.

  • Heavy is back!
    author: Raina

    This is the cd that I have been waiting for for YEARS!!! It is so refreshing to have a heavy ROCK album again. Music has been so bad for so long now - nice to have a breath of fresh air again. Michael keep this going - you have got to do more. Well worth the wait it took to get this disc back in stock.

  • EVERY SONG IS GREAT AND WORTH LISTENING TO!!
    author: steve

    I had been waiting a long time for this SoulBender CD. I heard one song: Rabbit Hole, and was instantly hooked. I had to hear the other songs, and once I did, I knew I had to have it. Very, very, very rarely do I listen to a new CD and get the opportunity to enjoy each and every song on the disk. With SoulBender this was made possible. 5 STARS!!!

  • This is an AWESOME cd! Get out and BUY IT!!! :)
    author: Leigh - Spankmoo

    Michael Wilton, the WHIP, is no doubt one of the greatest guitarists out there! This cd is a total pleasure to listen to everytime I put it on! I can't wait to hear the next release by SOULBENDER!!!!

  • Dark and Agressive
    author: Jim

    This album is amazing. Samsara is one of the most agressive songs ever, and Three Towers has a great vintage metal feel, but the whole album sounds modern at the same time. This album kicks ass from start to finish.

  • Rivalling the sweetest nightmare
    author: jordan

    There`s no doubt in my mind that this is the best cd that I have listened to since Q2k. Food for the body, soul, and mind.

  • something for queensryche to contend with.
    author: Jordan Fetherolf

    Queensryche is my favorite, I love every single song with a passion, but Now that I`ve heard soulbender, I think that they are going to take their place as number one in my mind. I first heard their music when I went to a queensryche concert about seven months ago, and they were selling soulbender at the stand. Ever since then I`ve been hooked. I listen to it all the time and when I`m not listening to it, I`m thinking about listening to it. I hope they come out with some other albums soon.

  • michael wilton is the best
    author: mwfan

    This album is awsome. Michael Wilton is the best guitarist i've ever seen. Something can be good but he makes it better.

  • Dark but strangely uplifting album. A singular success !
    author: Dave Ormston

    My 12 YO Daughter loves my 'My Sisters Machine' CDs and asked what became of Nick Pollock. My search led to this album. Doesn't sound AT ALL like a 'side project', but a coherent band performance. Pollocks vocals distinctive and still wonderful a decade on. Band REALLY tight, and an unusal level of musicality ( I guess catalysed by Wilton) for a grunge-nouveau band. Decent lyrics, tunes you can whistle and riffs like an alien war machine, this is truly one of the best hard rock collections I have heard in a long time. I never dreamed a widdler like Wilton could make such VITAL , visercal and darkly beautiful album given the overblown nature of his day job's output. And Nick, DO give up the day job ! You HAVE To make more music with that GREAT voice and songwriting !

  • great stuff
    author: curtis

    i have been missing those 'my sisters machine' vocals for years.........nice to see them return with such a great line-up........great sound with just the right edge. i want more sooner than later!

  • Great!
    author: philip hauser

    very good rawk n roll music.

  • Excellent
    author: Patti

    I listen to this CD everyday. I can't wait until the next one comes out.

  • Can't stop listening to this CD!
    author: Shawn

    It's been said already, but I'll say it again. This is a great CD! My boss is a die-hard Queensryche fan, so I bought this for him. As it turns out, I'M the one who can't stop listening to it! Be sure to check it out.

  • SoulBender's got it...and their CD, you Have to have it!
    author: Chad

    Here's a cliché to be sure but True non-the less. Metal Mastery, this also sums up the final product from listening to this CD. Michael, Nick, Dave and Wes pull their collective talents and styles to produce a debut album that should be in Every Metal CD collection PERIOD. Plus, lying under the dark, heavy and melodic structure is something rare to find in music today and this is a true testament to the long road traveled by the SoulBender boys, to metal itself and more importantly their passion for music. Concordant perfection, its Mature Metal(music) at it's best and this only happens when a group of musicians connect on a sonic level. When a single note compliments a riff compliments a note, or there isn't a single note out of place, not just in tune but connecting with the song on many different levels then your hearing/feeling a connection that compels musicians to write what your listening to. This is what inspires me in music and it's very refreshing to see this find it's way back into metal again. But hey, don't take my word for it...listen to the CD and find out for your self. So in short, SoulBender's got it...and their CD, you Have to have it! Excellent work guys, I hope you keep 'em coming and thanks for the incredible music.

  • A Must For Queensryche Fans

    Good solid rock c.d. First 5 songs lack the finesse of Queensryche but they get more interesting after that. Needs the Queensryche 7 listens to really get to know it.

  • Best CD of 2004!!!
    author: Kriss

    I love QR so that's why I had to buy this. This is the only time I have bought a CD through the mail and can't believe this CD isn't in every record store yet. Soulbender smokes anything QR have done in the past 10 years in my opinion. Heavy guitars, pounding drums and great melodies and songs. Great job Michael, keep it up and I am anxiously waiting for the next Soulbender release and tour

  • What a album!!!!!!!!
    author: Ricky Gregg

    This is a great cd.Michael Wilton and company rock the house.From the first riff to the last leaves you wanting to put your cd player on repeat.Cant get enough of it.Thanx guys for some great music.

  • Absolute Metal!!!!!
    author: Andy Peacock

    Absolute Metal Perfection, nuff said.

  • You Won't Be Disappointed!!
    author: metalvibes

    This disc ROCKS!! I will definatley be recomending this disc to everyone! What more can I say?

  • Refreshing.........
    author: RycheSoldier

    This CD surpassed my expectations 100%. Michael Wilton and co. shine. The dark and moody lyrics remind me a bit of Promised Land. This is a great outlet for Michael to shine and to express himself the way he does here. I hope their follow up is just as great. Thanks, Michael, for such a masterpiece.

  • Excellent hard/prog rock
    author: Jeremy

    This is a very impressive debut CD. Full of dark, complex music, intelligent lyrics, and great melodies. If you're like me, you're hesitant to buy a CD after only listening to samples of the songs, but take the risk on this one, it's well worth it. Wilton and bandmates do an excellent job, and I'm looking forward to more material from this group. Great job, guys.

  • Just one word for it - GREAT!!!
    author: Brit
  • Brilliant!!!
    author: Mark

    Soulbender is billiant! This is my first time with CDBaby...... Superior job guys!

  • great job wilton!
    author: rb, jr.

    interesting music and vocals. michael wilton does himself good with this band!

  • Great CD and Music
    author: J Lyson

    Its Nice to see that somebody can still play rock music and not be afraid to be a heavey!Nice Job to Michael and the guys......

  • Soulbender album worth the wait
    author: En Forcer

    Very impressed with the album. I saw them live when they did their first ever gig opening for GTB (the singer ran out of breath because they had never had a jam session!) and it sounded awesome and raw then. Now it sounds very polished and hits you like a pile driver. Great freeway driving music! Funny how a lot of QRFC folks are posting here... :)

  • great new band.
    author: d. jones

    This disc is a must buy for any heavy metal fan. I cant wait to talk to M. Wilton and congratulate him on some fabulous guitar work. Its almost time to break free of the RYCHE and go on with this adventure. Keep rockin.

  • This is an excellent album.
    author: J Kohls

    This album is dark, and melodic. It is a nice break from Ryche stuff, and Wilton and the band do a great job. I especially like Samsara and rabbitHole and clockwork and Compass. This album proves that metal is not dead.

  • Excellent!! Enjoyed all songs at first listen!
    author: Irma E

    I enjoyed this cd all the way through the first time I heard it. Great music that keeps you rockin' with it to the end!! A MUST BUY!!!!

  • AWESOME!!
    author: Brian Morales

    Michael Wilton has done a great job on putting together some heavy rockin tunes!! I love QR, yet this has a very different sound. Reminds me of some of the early stuff somewhat, with the heavy guitar riffs and great rhythms but sounds much different!! Anyhow Great album looking forward to lots more!!

  • Wilton rules !!!
    author: Roberto

    Good cd, different than other Queensryche' stuff, and this is a nice surprise, expecially for me that i bought this cd cause im a great fan of Michael (and Queensryche of course). Great band too. I could classify (even though i hate classifying music) this cd under the label of "new/classic metal" despite there are notes of power and prog (near to the latest Dream Theater production). Wilton is in good shape. I advice this album to everyone NOT only to Queensryche fans.

  • A must buy... not just for Wilton... Nick is awesome as well!
    author: Jeff Walsh

    I don't see the Tool comparisons much... as I think Nick is far superior to the irritating vocal stylings of the singer of Tool. I am a big fan of hard rock including pre-95 Queensryche and My Sister's Machine (Nick's former band). My Sister's Machine has an excellent album called Wallflower (another I highly recommend)... and I am very pleased that this really reminds me of that. Nick is just a great singer. I would absolutely say that he and Lane Staley were the originators of the grunge/90s alternative vocal sound. BUT, do not let that scare you. Much of that movement plain sucked... but those two really were the pioneers and it shows in their work. Their vocals and lyrics stand out WELL above the rest and are firmly grounded in the metal pioneers before them. I am glad to see Wilton rocking again (Queensryche has been a serious disappointment since Promised Land IMO) but I am even more excited just to reconnect with more of Nick's work! I think the album, the songs, the guitars, the vocals, drums, bass, production... this whole thing is superb! The best new music I have heard since Disturbed and Supermercado hit the scene. Supermercado is another virtually unknown, but incredible hard rocking group from the singer/leader of Mindbomb... You can check them out through www.MattMercado.com... I am not affiliated with the band, just a BIG fan. In any event, Soulbender and Supermercado absolutely get my votes for the best non-mainstream music out there!! It's exciting to see good heavy and melodic music being played on its own terms again!

  • good, not excellent
    author: jschort

    Nice album, not if you compare it with the old QRyche (of course), but nice grungy songs, solo's (!!, we missed them on Tribe!), sometimes a bit repetitive, but overall, nice cd. But Michael, keep the best song-ideas for MindCrime2 and make that one a killer!

  • A great cd and a must have for hard rock fans
    author: Kevin J Rooney

    I have been a Queensryche fan ever since The Warning first appeared all those years ago. After listening to this CD the first thing I thought to myself is why can't Queensryche jam like this? The musicianship is extremelly tight and solid and the songs simply rock. It's nice to hear Michael playing this style of music and I wish he would bring some of that style back to Queensryche. If you are a fan of hard rock than I highly recommend this album.

  • Wilton finally out of DeGarmo's long shadow!
    author: Tamara Jock

    This CD is amazing on so many levels. Not only does Michael Wilton get to shine, but the musicianship and provocative songwriting of the entire band truly puts to shame almost everything else that's currently out there. All I can say is...when's the next CD coming out?

  • Excellent!!! Loved the CD
    author: David Deiter

    I loved the CD. Great music! It is always nice to hear rockin' music!!

  • I love the cd. I would highly recommend it.
    author: Angela

    I love the cd. I listen to it whenever I get the chance. I am a huge Queensryche fan and Michael fan so buying this was obvious to me. I was very pleased, and like the heavier guitar on this cd. I am hoping they will tour and come thru Indy!!!!!!

  • Not a huge fan of heavy, but...
    author: Dennis

    As a fan of Mike's work, I bought the CD even though the samples all sounded harder than I tend to like...and the majority of the album IS dark and driving. That being said, as I listened to it through a couple of times I really began to get into the intricacies that I thought weren't really there in this genre of music (I usually appreciate the balance of styles that Queensryche explores...and they are harder than what I'm normally in to). I really do like these songs...and they are ALL good. Having listened through 7 or 8 times now, I don't find myself skipping over any of them (except Samsra, when my boys are in the car!).

  • Operation: PrimeTime
    author: ScottySANE

    I was browsing through Guitar One magazine and saw a brief, one page article on Michael Wilton and his side project Soulbender, which was up to that point, unknown to me. Being a 20 year fan of his previous efforts, this was a no brainer. i had to check it out!! Great guitar playing (complete with some dual harmony guitar solos!...remember those???), killer hooks, heavy groove-laden rock with a dark, moody vibe. Killer stuff. Hard to pick a favorite track, they all rock! I wish the band much success and hope there will be a tour and another Soulbender cd in the near future!!!

  • This CD is excellent. This band is unbelievably talented!
    author: #1 Fan

    I love the heavy, guitar oriented sound of Soulbender. The CD is fantastic from start to finish. I was thrilled to hear Samsara and Clockwork and Compass on CFOX radio in Vancouver. Can't wait for their Aug. 14th gig. Soulbender rocks!!!

  • Highly recommended.
    author: Cheryl

    A must have for the music connoisseur.

  • Soulbender is an epiphony to what music can be!!
    author: Josh

    Soulbender has released an evocative album that proves a great union of their collectively well-honed musical craft. Start to finish, this recording stays fresh and demands constant reflection. From the aggressive and melodic use of guitars to Nick's witty and in your face vocals, this album's a must!! Queensryche fan's:Michael Wilton's Back!!!!

  • Thumbs up!
    author: WenRock

    When I saw Soulbender at EMP in 2002, it was one of the best shows I've ever seen. They opened for the Geoff Tate band and quite frankly, blew them away!! This is a great band with lots of chemistry and energy. They are completely authentic with no hint of Queensryche whatsoever. (Not that Queensryche is a bad thing mind you.) I've been waiting for their CD ever since the show and it was worth the wait. Now if they would just play some shows....!!!!!

  • It's about time...
    author: Jason K

    This was the Queensryche album I have been waiting for since Empire. Michael Wilton should go with Soulbender as his full time band. Queensryche should be his side project.

  • Great heavy/melodic CD!
    author: Wayne Duffey

    Great heavy/melodic CD! It reminds me very much of Sevendust's more melodic moments, but with a bit looser feel.

  • author: dave u

    awsome cd. anything dark, and heavy..hey i'm there. my favorite tracks are clockwork and compass, the american dream, samsara, and three towers. i like the guitars. the vocals are strong. intense just the way i like it.

  • All in all a must have for those of us who still like a little dark and heavy m
    author: Al Brown

    Great stuff from Michael and the boys...The album is full of nicely done, dark, brooding,heavy, and thoughtful songs...Straight ahead, in your face, heavy duty, the real deal stuff ....I say buy it now ...

  • THIS BAND WILL HAVE MAINSREAM SUCCESS IF MARKETED/PROMOTED CORRECTLY.
    author: MIKE H.

    Soulbender combines old and new school hard rock to achieve something rare in today's newer rock bands-significance. Songs such as the unforgettable, if lyrically schizophrenic, Samsara demand to be heard and will win an audience if the band's label can secure airplay and mass distribution. Otherwise, they will be our not so little secret.

  • Powerful!!
    author: Steve

    Very dark and powerful. Music keeps it going from start to finish. What are you waiting for, go out and get this CD. A+

  • A MUST HAVE CD
    author: Tina

    I've been waiting somewhat patiently for Soulbender's release....i'm glad my wait is over....you MUST get this CD...Michael Wilton and the rest of the boys are fantastic.

  • Michael Wilton rules!!!!!!!!!
    author: Italianwhip

    I'm a guitar teacher from Italy and "The whip" is my best favourite guitar player! I rather like Queensryche stuff but Soulbender is a great project!

  • author: Brian Snyder

    This is the best album of 2004.(so far)..From start to finish.. Great job guys...

  • a unique metal album
    author: grey

    a much heavier sound to michael wiltons guitaring than his usual queensryche technical sound, but man it works.from the opening track of fix me your gripped mellowing with the 6th track primetime and finishing with track ten's riff filled three towers. in all a very unique album from a great band. stand out track for me is track 2 clockwork and compass. ****

  • Kicked my ass and I begged for more!!!!
    author: Soulbender Slave

    This is the best fucking CD to come out in a very LONG time! Good rock is back! Thank the gods! This is just one of the best bands I have heard in a long time and there ain't one bad track on this album - they all rock!

  • This Band Delievers The Goods!!
    author: RJM3

    After seeing Soulbender's first public performance in 2002, I've been anticipating this album...it was damn well worth the wait! The band explodes with the opener 'Fix Me' and continues the ride with 'Clockwork and Compass', 'Samsara', and what I believe will be the flagship song 'Three Towers'(this song simply kicks some serious ass!). While some solo projects are complete let-downs, Wilton completely sheds his Queensryche identity and sounds with the extraoridnary talents of Wes Hallam, Dave Groves, and Nick Pollock (my new favorite vocalist). This band delivers the goods and needs no hype! This is one of those rare, rare albums where you like all of the tracks! A++++++++++++++

  • ASS KICKING CD
    author: Gary

    This was worth the wait!! Every song on this CD ROCKS!! Way to Micheal and the crew! Keep them comming!

  • Awesome
    author: Dan

    This is the best "new" music I'v heard in a long time. I am a big Queensryche fan and this is like Queensryche, only fresh and in todays style. It's great to hear guitar solos again. I remember in the 80's I used to get excited about new releases; nothing nowadays does that to me, unless it's an 80's band with a new release and then it's usually not up to par with what they did in the 80's. This cd is an exception. It's worth getting excited about. I would love to see these guys live at a club show. Not a bad song in the bunch!

  • This is a great CD, My husband and I keep fighting over who gets to keep in in t
    author: Karen

    We have been waiting for this to come out after hearing them live at the EMP and it was well worth the wait.

  • Rock Has Returned!
    author: Jon from the gym

    Wow. This album combines beautiful guitarwork, strong vocals, and plenty of crunch. Thanks for the return of rock and guitar solos. Three Towers is as good or better than anything in the majors. Please have another show soon.

  • WOW!
    author: anm156

    This cd was certainly worth the wait. Way to go Michael! How could you not recommend this cd if you like heavy music? BUY IT!!!!!

  • AMAZING!!!!
    author: Someone Else

    This is a cd full of fast and sharp musicianship! One can easily tell it is a side project made for the artists' in their own style and tastes w/o someone telling them how to make it. The end result - AMAZING music! This is a must have CD!!!!

  • Simply awesome
    author: Dave Boulianne

    Soulbender is the masterwork of Michael Wilton of Queensryche, the band is awesome and you can feel by listening to this cd that Michael is a fan of Tool. In fact, songs like american dream or three towers are worthy of Tool best effort. If you are reading this Michael, keep the good works!!!

  • the CD kicks butt!!!!
    author: April

    I love all the songs on the Soulbender CD. Three Towers is an epic.

  • My new favorite band!
    author: Tech9ine

    These guys have managed to combine the sounds of Queensryche and Alice In Chains in a way that is both modern and retro at the same time. This rocks from start to finish. Very technical and raw sounding. Crank it up for best results! Hope to see this band soon.

  • This Rocks!!!!
    author: Tired of Tate's Crap

    This CD is GREAT!!! Hats off to Michael Wilton for stepping outside the disaster modern day Queensryche has become and showing he is current and a master of the guitar. Very, very in tune with today's music versus Tate's pussed out vision of "current" music!! This WILL get airplay unlike "Tripe", "PU-2K" and "Hear In The Less Than Now Frontier". This should be the main project. Focus on this - because it is pure talent and WILL sell. Queensryche should be relegated to "side project" status because unlike their past 3 piss poor releases THIS CD let's the TRUE talent shine through without Yoko Susan's mis-management and lies. Rock on Michael! This is what we all have been waiting for for sooooooooo very long!!!!!!!!!!

  • This cd ROCKS
    author: Eric

    Wow this cd is very good. Ive waited along time to hear it. From the opening song till the end, there is not a bad song. Some highlights are Fix Me, Samsara, and The Three Towers. This is a cd def. worth geting.

  • Kick ASS
    author: dave

    It's about time this cd is worth the wait great sound great lyrics and its dark and hard the way metal is supposed to be!!!!!

  • The most talented musicians I've heard in a while!
    author: Temenos

    Finally, some music I can rave about. This band rocks and I can't wait to see them live. The drummer is amazing!

  • THE SOULBENDER CD KICKS ASS!!!!!!
    author: Mike (The Rycher)

    Michael Wilton told me during one of the Meet and Greets that this CD was going to kick my ass!! He wasn't lying! I've got nothing but good things to say about the new Soulbender CD! Michael Wilton and Dave Groves really smoke on the guitars! Very guitar driven sound! This is the way Michael should be playing the guitar!! They don't call him 'The Whip' for nothing!! Job well done guys!!! Can't wait for you to start your tour....don't forget Peoria, IL!!! Ryche and Roll!!!

  • A GREAT CD!
    author: kirkbu

    This is one of the best CD's I've heard in a long time! The musicianship is great, the lyrics are intelligent, and the production is incredible. You move from one great song to the next in a fluid state. Soulbender is a CD that the artist wanted to make--not a record company Execs idea of what the band's music should be.

  • You Must Buy This Album!!!
    author: Toolman

    This album rocks from start to finish. Awesome players. Three Towers is an EPIC!

  • this album rocks
    author: Wim

    I am a big Queensryche fan and wanted this cd because Michael Wilton plays the guitar on it. I can say, buy this album, it rocks!!!!!!!! I love the raw sound of the music.

  • Wilton does Queensryche ONE BETTER!
    author: CHINASKI (www.cdbaby.com/cd/chinaski)

    On Soulbender, Wilton has produced the freshest and heaviest stuff to come out of Seattle in recent years. This band is tight and the riffs come fast and as sharp as knives. I haven't felt this good about the state of ROCK in quite some time.

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