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Members: Ryan:Vocals, Guitars Eli:Guitars, Backing Vocals Shawn:Bass Joe:Drums

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Glyphic: What you've been waiting for
By: Tory Reade

The literal meaning of Glyphic is: "a symbolic figure usually incised or carved in relief." Take that translation, add some staggeringly good instrumentals and lyrics that mean something more than what can be found in a thirteen year olds diary, and you have Glyphic, the band.


Based out of Denver, Colorado, Glyphic is comprised of four musicians who come from solid musical backgrounds. Eli (guitar, vocals), Joe (drums), Shawn (bass), and Ryan (vocals, guitar), prove they are the real deal. While all members have been parts of different musical ventures before, they've managed to put their past experiences to their advantage, helping Glyphic stand apart from the masses.


Possessing the edge that's required to truly be considered rock in the sea of pre-fabricated pop-punk that's out there today, Glyphic's sound is as original as it is solid. Tracks such as Guardian, Phobic and Plastic Girl display the talent and hard work that can be heard clearly in the instrumentals that flow seamlessly from verse to bridge to chorus and back again. With guitar solos reminiscent of Scandinavian metal band Opeth's earlier work, lending a an almost haunting melodic quality to the music, Glyphic makes sure there is nothing average about their music.


Lyrically speaking, Glyphic isn't screaming about how miserable they are, nor have the succumbed to the "fame-denouncement" that seems to be so popular with kids today. Keeping lyrics melodic allows the heavier guitar riffs to stand out in stark contrast, giving songs a unique quality. That being said, vocals don't take a back seat on these tracks. Ryan delivers lyrics with a powerful, yet almost regretful tone, adding to the atmosphere of songs like Walk Away, a song that seems to showcase everyone's talent from being able to hear every drum beat, bass line, guitar riff and word from start to finish.


With their self-titled EP having been released in July/06, its clear that Glyphic is well on their way to achieving their common goal of being a success in the music industry. Their obvious talent, determination and the timeless quality their music possesses, it's clear that Glyphic is here to stay.



Tory Reade is a writer for Urbane Magazine out of Calgary. Check out Urbane at www.urbaneonline.ca