I grew up listening to these guys. We started going to see them every chance we got. They were always just good people, on top of making phenomenal music. After a show at 412 one night, Andy took the time to show me some of his guitar technique (this was even prior to the release of ‘Embrace the Eternal’, so I was learning slightly different stuff than what ‘Songs for the Living’ showcases). I used to occasionally run into Mark randomly, and he was always as friendly as anyone you’d ever hope to meet. All of that made an impression on me, and made me a fan for life. I enjoyed their journey from brutal metal all the way to this, and the “reunion” of the Famine (unfortunately, I was the “Halo of Winter” guy... sorry...). While I was in high school, right around when they were starting to make the transition from metal and Sean had joined, I remember skipping school to go see them promote their ‘upcoming album’ (Narrow Scope) at a mall in Arlington, Tx. I was pretty much grounded forever. Totally worth it. Haha