SongVault Artist Profile

Distilled Spirits were formed in 1984 in Whittier, Ca. When it comes to rehearsal, fans aren't allowed in without beer for the band. Each person who shows up at the studio and wants to watch rehearsal always see's the sign on the door. Alcohol or no entry. The presence of alcohol quickly became a standard and the name Distilled Spirits was born. Co founder David Johan on guitar, and always will be, Lonny Simpkins on percussion, Doug Nihan lead vokills Rick Everett on rhythm guitar and backup vokills, and finally lightening fingers Mike Brindisi on bass. The bands stage presence is one of intensity and fun. Metal meets the Melvins. Mr. Nihan gets that crowd sucked into whatever mood he is in at the moment and you have a fun show with intense mayhem that erupts on the stage. There is nothing like preforming a live show in front of masses of people. We get a high from each and every opportunity we have had preforming in front of a audience arena size or not. Our Special moments would be gigs with Yngwie Malmsteen The Off Spring, Pantera, Lynch Mob, Dark Angel and Slayer just to name a few. New stuff coming at you this Dec of 2011. We are working on the new album and it will be recorded with our good friend Tom Parham very soon. Peace out and thanks for supporting Distilled Spirits.