Giving In to Ghosts

Giving in to Ghosts are a Cardiff based Post-Hardcore band originally formed briefly in 2010 before being reformed in late 2012 with their current lineup.

Of Dust and Nations (2009 - 2010)
James Hardiman and Mikey Thomas began jamming together in 2009 after they had met in university, they formed a band called "Of Dust and Nations" which never really got off the ground and after playing a single show, the drummer and lead guitarist left the band.

Formation of Giving in to Ghosts (2010)
They later started jamming with Julian Thomas, who was a friend of James'. They began writing some material under the name Giving in to Ghosts, later recruiting Toby O' Reilly on drums via an ad placed around University. After only one show Toby had to leave the band due to work commitments.

Reboot and Chasing Waves (2012 - Present)
After a long, arduous search Alexander Bargh joined the band in December 2012 and the band wrote a whole new set of material, effectively starting from scratch, playing their first show in January 2013. Later in 2013 the band went into the studio at Notinpill, Newport to record their debut EP "Chasing Waves" with Matt Bond and Martyn 'Ginge' Ford. They released a video at the end of 2013 for the song "Rapture" before releasing Chasing Waves in March 2014. The band have since developed, playing shows with more established bands including The Browning, Acoda and Hawthorne Heights. The band are currently working on material for their second EP.

Style and Influences
The band are primarily a Post-Hardcore band that have elements of Metalcore in their sound, combining heavy sections with catchier upbeat melodies. The main influences of the band include Thrice, Alexisonfire, A Day To Remember, letlive. and Acoda.

Current Members
James Hardiman - Vocals/Bass (2010 - Present)

Michael Thomas - Vocals/Guitar (2010 - Present)

Julian Thomas - Guitar (2010 - Present)

Alexander Bargh - Drums (2012 - Present)

Former Members
Toby O' Reilly - Drums (2010)

EP
Chasing Caves (2014)

Singles
Rapture (2013)

Links
Facebook - www.facebook.com/givingintoghosts

Bigcartel - www.givingintoghosts.bigcartel.com