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| caption = Aaron Dalbec and Aaron Bedard live at [[Hellfest (French music festival)|Hellfest]] 2013
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| alias = Gateway
| alias = Gateway (1994)
| origin = [[Worcester, Massachusetts]], U.S.
| origin = [[Worcester, Massachusetts]], U.S.
| genre = [[Hardcore punk]]
| genre = [[Hardcore punk]]
| years_active = {{start date|1995}}–2016, 2021, 2023
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| label = [[Equal Vision Records|Equal Vision]]
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| associated_acts = Backbone, Antagonize, [[Silent Drive]], Ink Cartridge Funeral, Barritt, [[Converge (band)|Converge]], [[Only Crime]]
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'''Bane''' is an American [[hardcore punk]] band that began in 1995 as a side project between Aaron Dalbec (then of [[Converge (band)|Converge]]) and Damon Bellorado. Dalbec approached Matt Firestone to sing and they played under the moniker of Gateway for a few shows, before Firestone parted ways to focus on other projects. Dalbec then approached Aaron Bedard (who had previously sung for the [[Worcester, Massachusetts]] hardcore band Backbone) about singing for Bane. They went into the studio in December 1995 with a few friends and released a five-song demo. The next year saw the release of their first EP, and many shows throughout central Massachusetts. In early 1997, Bane released ''Free to Think, Free to Be'' EP, and in 1998 the band released the ''[[Holding This Moment]]'' 7" and CD collection, and embarked upon their first US tour. Like many other hardcore bands, Bane are known for their promotion of tolerance and unity within the scene.
'''Bane''' is an American [[hardcore punk]] band that began in 1995 as a side project between Aaron Dalbec (then of [[Converge (band)|Converge]]) and Damon Bellorado. Dalbec approached Matt Firestone to sing and they played under the moniker of Gateway for a few shows, before Firestone parted ways to focus on other projects. Dalbec then approached Aaron Bedard (who had previously sung for the [[Worcester, Massachusetts]] hardcore band Backbone) about singing for Bane. They went into the studio in December 1995 with a few friends and released a five-song demo. The next year saw the release of their first EP, and many shows throughout central Massachusetts. In early 1997, Bane released ''Free to Think, Free to Be'' EP, and in 1998 the band released the ''[[Holding This Moment]]'' 7" and CD collection, and embarked upon their first US tour. Like many other hardcore bands, Bane are known for their promotion of tolerance and unity within the scene.


In 2014, Bane released their final album, [[Don't Wait Up (album)|''Don't Wait Up'']], with the band stating that they still plan to tour. They played their last show on June 18, 2016, at the [[Worcester Palladium]].
In 2014, Bane released their final album, [[Don't Wait Up (album)|''Don't Wait Up'']], with the band stating that they still plan to tour.


==History==
== History ==
{{unreferenced section|date=August 2015}}
{{unreferenced section|date=August 2015}}
The band was founded in 1994 under the name '''Gateway'''. It was supposed to be intended only as a side project to Aaron Dalbec’s actual band Converge. In 1995 singer Aaron Bedard was asked to take over frontman duties. They quickly recorded a first demo, which contained five songs. Pete Chilton was added as bassist while Zach Jordan joined the band as second guitarist. Damon Bellorado, also a member of Converge, took over drumming duties.
The band was founded in 1994 under the name '''Gateway'''. It was originally intended to be only a side project to Aaron Dalbec's main band Converge. In 1995 singer Aaron Bedard was asked to take over frontman duties. They quickly recorded a first demo, which contained five songs. Pete Chilton was added as bassist while Zach Jordan joined the band as second guitarist. Damon Bellorado, also a member of Converge, took over drumming duties.


In May 1996, Bane released the EP ''Forked Tongue'' and in 1997, ''Free to Think, Free to Be'' followed. Both EPs appeared on Life Records. It was around this time that drummer Bellorado left the band in order to concentrate fully on Converge. Bellorado was briefly replaced by Ten Yard Fight drummer Ben Chused, before he was replaced in mid-1998 by the 19-year-old Nick Branigan (Close Call). A tour followed the release of Holding This Moment, which was actually a compilation of previously released EPs. In addition, the band held a US tour starting with Saves the Day.
In May 1996, Bane released the EP ''Forked Tongue'' and in 1997, ''Free to Think, Free to Be'' followed. Both EPs appeared on Life Records. It was around this time that drummer Bellorado left the band in order to concentrate fully on Converge. Bellorado was briefly replaced by Ten Yard Fight drummer Ben Chused, before he was replaced in mid-1998 by the 19-year-old Nick Branigan (Close Call). A tour followed the release of Holding This Moment, which was actually a compilation of previously released EPs. In addition, the band held a US tour starting with Saves the Day.
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The album [[It All Comes Down to This (album)|''It All Comes Down to This'']] was recorded in June 1999 in Austin Enterprises in Clinton, Massachusetts. The album was released on Equal Vision Records. In 2000, a tour followed by North America with Death by Stereo and Adamantium, as well as performances in Europe. In early September 2000, the band went into the studio again, where Converge Member Kurt Ballou worked as a producer to record two songs for a split release with Adamantium, which appeared on Indecision Records. Their second album Give Blood, which was released in 2001 was recorded and produced by [[Brian McTernan]] in Beltsville, Maryland. The release was followed with a tour of the USA along with Agnostic. In 2003, drummer Branigan left the band and was replaced by Bob Mahoney. Bane followed with another tour of the USA, as well as a two-week tour of Japan in April 2004.
The album [[It All Comes Down to This (album)|''It All Comes Down to This'']] was recorded in June 1999 in Austin Enterprises in Clinton, Massachusetts. The album was released on Equal Vision Records. In 2000, a tour followed by North America with Death by Stereo and Adamantium, as well as performances in Europe. In early September 2000, the band went into the studio again, where Converge Member Kurt Ballou worked as a producer to record two songs for a split release with Adamantium, which appeared on Indecision Records. Their second album Give Blood, which was released in 2001 was recorded and produced by [[Brian McTernan]] in Beltsville, Maryland. The release was followed with a tour of the USA along with Agnostic. In 2003, drummer Branigan left the band and was replaced by Bob Mahoney. Bane followed with another tour of the USA, as well as a two-week tour of Japan in April 2004.


In 2005 the band then went into the Salad Days Studios to record their next album titled The Note with producer McTernan, which appeared on Equal Vision Records. In March 2005, the band held a US tour with Comeback Kid and With Honour. In 2014, Bane released their final album, [[Don't Wait Up (album)|''Don't Wait Up'']], with the band stating that they still plan to tour.<ref>{{cite web
In 2005 the band then went into the Salad Days Studios to record their next album titled The Note with producer McTernan, which appeared on Equal Vision Records. In March 2005, the band held a US tour with Comeback Kid and With Honor. In 2014, Bane released their final album, [[Don't Wait Up (album)|''Don't Wait Up'']], with the band stating that they still plan to tour.<ref>{{cite web
|url=http://www.altpress.com/features/entry/bane_dont_wait_up_album_premiere
|url=http://www.altpress.com/features/entry/bane_dont_wait_up_album_premiere
|title=Bane - 'Don't Wait Up' album premiere|last1=Whitt|first1=Cassie|date=May 8, 2014|website=Alternative Press|access-date=August 12, 2014}}</ref> They played their last show on June 18, 2016, at the [[Worcester Palladium]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Bane's final show to feature Terror, The Promise, more |url=https://lambgoat.com/news/26366/Banes-final-show-to-feature-Terror-The-Promise-more |website=Lambgoat |access-date=July 4, 2021}}</ref>
|title=Bane – 'Don't Wait Up' album premiere|last1=Whitt|first1=Cassie|date=May 8, 2014|website=Alternative Press|access-date=August 12, 2014}}</ref> They played their last show on June 18, 2016, at the [[Worcester Palladium]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Bane's final show to feature Terror, The Promise, more |url=https://lambgoat.com/news/26366/Banes-final-show-to-feature-Terror-The-Promise-more |website=Lambgoat |access-date=July 4, 2021}}</ref>


Bane reunited for a surprise appearance at a benefit show on July 2, 2021, in tribute to former band member Brendan "Stu" Maguire, who died due to pancreatic cancer on June 27, 2021.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Marple |first1=Krista |title=Bane Reunite at Tribute Show to Late Bassist Brendan "Stu" Maguire Who Died From Cancer This Week |url=https://music.mxdwn.com/2021/07/02/news/bane-reunite-at-tribute-show-to-late-bassist-brendan-stu-maguire-who-died-from-cancer-this-week/ |website=mxdwn Music |access-date=July 4, 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |last1=Kamiński |first1=Karol |title=Brendan "Stu" Maguire (BANE, REACH THE SKY) fights with cancer, needs help |url=https://idioteq.com/brendan-stu-maguire-bane-reach-the-sky-fights-with-cancer-needs-help/ |website=IDIOTEQ |access-date=July 4, 2021}}</ref> The band played beside fellow bands [[The Bouncing Souls]], [[Sick of It All]], and [[H2O (American band)|H<sub>2</sub>O]] respectively. In early February of 2023 Bane began a "countdown" on their social media with each day posting a single letter of the band's name. Speculation from fans expected various outcomes such as a full reunion, a repressing of their discography and an appearance at that year's Furnace Fest. In the early hours of February 7, 2023 Bane announced a reunion for a two night event held at Roadrunner in [[Boston]]. <ref>{{cite web |title=Bane is back! Reunion shows announced - see details here! |url=https://idioteq.com/bane-is-back-reunion-shows-announced-see-details-here/ |website=IdiotEQ |access-date=February 8, 2023}}</ref>
Bane reunited for a surprise appearance at a benefit show on July 2, 2021, in tribute to former band member Brendan "Stu" Maguire, who died due to pancreatic cancer on June 27, 2021.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Marple |first1=Krista |title=Bane Reunite at Tribute Show to Late Bassist Brendan "Stu" Maguire Who Died From Cancer This Week |url=https://music.mxdwn.com/2021/07/02/news/bane-reunite-at-tribute-show-to-late-bassist-brendan-stu-maguire-who-died-from-cancer-this-week/ |website=mxdwn Music |date=July 2, 2021 |access-date=July 4, 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |last1=Kamiński |first1=Karol |title=Brendan "Stu" Maguire (BANE, REACH THE SKY) fights with cancer, needs help |url=https://idioteq.com/brendan-stu-maguire-bane-reach-the-sky-fights-with-cancer-needs-help/ |website=IDIOTEQ |date=January 12, 2020 |access-date=July 4, 2021}}</ref> The band played beside fellow bands [[The Bouncing Souls]], [[Sick of It All]], [[H2O (American band)|H<sub>2</sub>O]], and Rebuilder. In early February of 2023 Bane began a "countdown" on their social media with each day posting a single letter of the band's name. Speculation from fans expected various outcomes such as a full reunion, a repressing of their discography and an appearance at that year's Furnace Fest. In the early hours of February 7, 2023 Bane announced a reunion for a two night event held at Roadrunner in [[Boston]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Bane is back! Reunion shows announced – see details here! |url=https://idioteq.com/bane-is-back-reunion-shows-announced-see-details-here/ |website=IdiotEQ |date=February 7, 2023 |access-date=February 8, 2023}}</ref>


==Influences==
Since their last album, and beforehand, there have been many allegations to the sexual misconduct of singer Aaron Bedard. From domestic violence charges, underage solicitation, inappropriate social media posts (since removed after being called out) and several underage girlfriends (this man is 54)<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Hardcore/comments/10yxkso/if_bane_is_going_to_reunite_then_people_should_to/.</ref>
They have cited influences including [[Unbroken (band)|Unbroken]], YDI, [[Chain of Strength]], [[Void (band)|Void]], [[Hatebreed]],<ref>{{cite web |title=Bane |url=https://www.punkrocktheory.com/interviews/bane |access-date=5 December 2024}}</ref> [[Burn (band)|Burn]],<ref>{{cite web |title=Listen to a Song from Bane’s Final Album |url=https://www.vice.com/en/article/bane-all-the-way-through/ |website=[[Vice Media]] |access-date=5 December 2024}}</ref> Underdog, [[Youth of Today]],<ref>{{cite web |last1=Scancarelli |first1=Derek |title=Final Backward Glance: An Interview with Bane’s Aaron Bedard and Aaron Dalbec |url=https://www.vice.com/en/article/bane-interview-2015/ |website=[[Vice Media]] |access-date=5 December 2024}}</ref> [[Rites of Spring]], [[Minor Threat]], the [[Cro-Mags]], [[Embrace (American band)|Embrace]], [[Walter Schreifels]]'s work in [[Quicksand (band)|Quicksand]] and [[Dave Smalley]]'s work in [[Dag Nasty]], [[All (band)|All]] and [[Down by Law (band)|Down by Law]].<ref>{{cite web |last1=Van Horn |first1=Ray |title=Avoiding Pigeonholes: An Interview with Aaron Bedard of BANE |url=http://www.roughedge.com/features/bane2005.htm |access-date=5 December 2024}}</ref>


==Straight edge==
== Straight edge ==
In an early album Bane claimed [[straight edge]], however it was never their main lyrical focus. The current original members are straight edge; Bob Mahoney and Stu are not. They still perform early songs with straight edge references, such as "Count Me Out" which includes the lyric "Just like this X on the back of my hand, I'm not going nowhere". However the lyrics to the song "Wasted On The Young", on Bane's album ''[[The Note (album)|The Note]]'' can be interpreted as criticism of people who ignorantly claim straight edge too early in their life.
In an early album Bane claimed [[straight edge]], however it was never their main lyrical focus. The current original members are straight edge; Bob Mahoney and Stu are not. They still perform early songs with straight edge references, such as "Count Me Out" which includes the lyric "Just like this X on the back of my hand, I'm not going nowhere". However the lyrics to the song "Wasted On The Young", on Bane's album ''[[The Note (album)|The Note]]'' can be interpreted as criticism of people who ignorantly claim straight edge too early in their life.


==Members==
== Members ==
===Final line-up===
=== Final line-up ===
* Aaron Bedard – vocals <small>(1995–2016; 2021)</small>; guitar <small>(1994–1995)</small>
* Aaron Bedard – vocals <small>(1995–2016; 2021, 2023)</small>; guitar <small>(1994–1995)</small>
* Aaron Dalbec – guitar <small>(1994–2016; 2021)</small>
* Aaron Dalbec – guitar <small>(1994–2016; 2021, 2023)</small>
* Zach Jordan – guitar <small>(1995–2016; 2021)</small>
* Zach Jordan – guitar <small>(1995–2016; 2021, 2023)</small>
* James Siboni – bass <small>(2015–2016; 2021)</small>
* James Siboni – bass <small>(2014–2016; 2021, 2023)</small>
* Bob Mahoney – drums <small>(2003–2016; 2021)</small>
* Bob Mahoney – drums <small>(2003–2016; 2021, 2023)</small>


===Former===
=== Former ===
* Pete Chilton – bass <small>(1994–2006; 2012–2015)</small>
* Pete Chilton – bass <small>(1994–2007; 2015)</small>
* Brendan "Stu" Maguire – bass <small>(2006–2012; died 2021)</small>
* Brendan "Stu" Maguire – bass <small>(2008–2012; died 2021)</small>
* Damon Bellardo – drums <small>(1995–1997)</small>
* Chris Linkovich – bass <small>(2012–2014)</small>
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* Damon Bellorado – drums <small>(1995–1997)</small>
* Ben Chused – drums <small>(1997–1998)</small>
* Ben Chused – drums <small>(1997–1998)</small>
* Nick Branigan – drums <small>(1998–2003)</small>
* Nick Branigan – drums <small>(1998–2003)</small>
* Matthew Firestone – vocals <small>(Gateway)</small>
* Joe "Lumpy" Lawrence – vocals <small>(Gateway)</small>
* Christopher Cardone – bass <small>(Gateway)</small>
* Tim Cabana – bass <small>(Gateway)</small>
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* Brian Hull – drums <small>(Gateway)</small>


===Guest musicians===
=== Guest musicians ===
* Kurt Ballou – guitar
* Kurt Ballou – guitar
* Chris Linkovich – bass


===Timeline===
=== Timeline ===
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==Discography==
== Discography ==


===Studio albums===
=== Studio albums ===
* ''[[It All Comes Down to This (album)|It All Comes Down to This]]'' (1999, [[Equal Vision Records|Equal Vision]])
* ''[[It All Comes Down to This (album)|It All Comes Down to This]]'' (1999, [[Equal Vision Records|Equal Vision]])
* ''[[Give Blood (Bane album)|Give Blood]]'' (2001, Equal Vision)
* ''[[Give Blood (Bane album)|Give Blood]]'' (2001, Equal Vision)
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* ''[[Don't Wait Up (album)|Don't Wait Up]]'' (2014, Equal Vision)<ref>{{cite web| last = Crane| first = Matt| title = Bane begin recording final album| work = [[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]| date = December 21, 2013| url = http://www.altpress.com/news/entry/bane_begin_recording_final_album| access-date = December 21, 2013}}</ref>
* ''[[Don't Wait Up (album)|Don't Wait Up]]'' (2014, Equal Vision)<ref>{{cite web| last = Crane| first = Matt| title = Bane begin recording final album| work = [[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]| date = December 21, 2013| url = http://www.altpress.com/news/entry/bane_begin_recording_final_album| access-date = December 21, 2013}}</ref>


===Compilation albums===
=== Compilation albums ===
* ''[[Holding This Moment]]'' (1998, Equal Vision)
* ''[[Holding This Moment]]'' (1998, Equal Vision)
* ''[[Boston 6:58pm|Tokyo 7:58am]]'' (2009, Alliance){{refn|group=fn|''Tokyo 7:58am'' was also released as ''Perth 7:58am'' and ''Curitiba 7:58pm'', and compiles the tracks found on ''[[Boston 6:58pm]]'' and ''[[Los Angeles 3:58pm]]''.}}
* ''[[Boston 6:58pm|Tokyo 7:58am]]'' (2009, Alliance){{refn|group=fn|''Tokyo 7:58am'' was also released as ''Perth 7:58am'' and ''Curitiba 7:58pm'', and compiles the tracks found on ''[[Boston 6:58pm]]'' and ''[[Los Angeles 3:58pm]]''.}}


===Extended plays===
=== Extended plays ===
* ''Bane/Adamantium Split 7"'' (2001, [[Indecision Records|Indecision]])
* ''Bane/Adamantium Split 7"'' (2001, Indecision)
* ''Ten Years Plus E.P.'' (2006, Equal Vision)
* ''Ten Years Plus E.P.'' (2006, Equal Vision)
* ''[[Boston 6:58pm]]'' (2009, Triple-B){{refn|group=fn|''Boston 6:58pm'' was released internationally as ''Dublin 11:58pm''.}}
* ''[[Boston 6:58pm]]'' (2009, Triple-B){{refn|group=fn|''Boston 6:58pm'' was released internationally as ''Dublin 11:58pm''.}}
* ''[[Los Angeles 3:58pm]]'' (2009, 6131){{refn|group=fn|''Los Angeles 3:58pm'' was released internationally as ''Rome 12:58am''.}}
* ''[[Los Angeles 3:58pm]]'' (2009, 6131){{refn|group=fn|''Los Angeles 3:58pm'' was released internationally as ''Rome 12:58am''.}}


===Compilation contributions===
=== Compilation contributions ===
* ''They Came From Massachusetts'' (1996, Big Wheel Recreation) - Both Guns Blazing
* ''They Came From Massachusetts'' (1996, Big Wheel Recreation) – Both Guns Blazing
* ''All Systems Go!'' (2000, Opened Handed Records/UnderEstimated Records) - Just How Much (Chain of Strength cover)
* ''All Systems Go!'' (2000, Opened Handed Records/UnderEstimated Records) – Just How Much (Chain of Strength cover)
* ''Atticus: Dragging the Lake II'' (2003) - Some Came Running
* ''Atticus: Dragging the Lake II'' (2003) – Some Came Running
* ''Our Impact Will Be Felt: A Tribute To Sick of It All'' (2007, Abacus Recordings) - We Stand Alone
* ''Our Impact Will Be Felt: A Tribute to Sick of It All'' (2007, Abacus Recordings) – We Stand Alone
* ''At Both Ends'' (2009, At Both Ends Hardcore Magazine)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://atbothendsmagazine.com/|title=At Both Ends Hardcore Magazine official website|access-date=January 18, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090807071358/http://www.atbothendsmagazine.com/|archive-date=August 7, 2009|url-status=dead}}</ref> - 1. Non-Negotiated 2. Struck Down By Me (re-recording)
* ''At Both Ends'' (2009, At Both Ends Hardcore Magazine)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://atbothendsmagazine.com/|title=At Both Ends Hardcore Magazine official website|access-date=January 18, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090807071358/http://www.atbothendsmagazine.com/|archive-date=August 7, 2009|url-status=dead}}</ref> – 1. Non-Negotiated 2. Struck Down By Me (re-recording)
* ''America's Hardcore Volume 2'' (2012, Triple-B Records) - Satan's Son
* ''America's Hardcore Volume 2'' (2012, Triple-B Records) – Satan's Son


==Footnotes==
== Footnotes ==
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==References==
== References ==
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==External links==
== External links ==
{{Commons category|Bane (band)}}
{{Commons category|Bane (band)}}
* [http://www.myspace.com/banecentral Bane's official MySpace page]
* [http://www.myspace.com/banecentral Bane's official MySpace page]
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Bane
Aaron Dalbec and Aaron Bedard live at Hellfest 2013
Background information
Also known asGateway (1994)
OriginWorcester, Massachusetts, U.S.
GenresHardcore punk
Years active
  • 1994 (1994)–2016
  • 2021
  • 2023-present
LabelsEqual Vision
SpinoffsOnly Crime, Silent Drive
Spinoff ofConverge
MembersAaron Bedard
Aaron Dalbec
Zach Jordan
Brendan Maguire
Bob Mahoney

Bane is an American hardcore punk band that began in 1995 as a side project between Aaron Dalbec (then of Converge) and Damon Bellorado. Dalbec approached Matt Firestone to sing and they played under the moniker of Gateway for a few shows, before Firestone parted ways to focus on other projects. Dalbec then approached Aaron Bedard (who had previously sung for the Worcester, Massachusetts hardcore band Backbone) about singing for Bane. They went into the studio in December 1995 with a few friends and released a five-song demo. The next year saw the release of their first EP, and many shows throughout central Massachusetts. In early 1997, Bane released Free to Think, Free to Be EP, and in 1998 the band released the Holding This Moment 7" and CD collection, and embarked upon their first US tour. Like many other hardcore bands, Bane are known for their promotion of tolerance and unity within the scene.

In 2014, Bane released their final album, Don't Wait Up, with the band stating that they still plan to tour.

History

The band was founded in 1994 under the name Gateway. It was originally intended to be only a side project to Aaron Dalbec's main band Converge. In 1995 singer Aaron Bedard was asked to take over frontman duties. They quickly recorded a first demo, which contained five songs. Pete Chilton was added as bassist while Zach Jordan joined the band as second guitarist. Damon Bellorado, also a member of Converge, took over drumming duties.

In May 1996, Bane released the EP Forked Tongue and in 1997, Free to Think, Free to Be followed. Both EPs appeared on Life Records. It was around this time that drummer Bellorado left the band in order to concentrate fully on Converge. Bellorado was briefly replaced by Ten Yard Fight drummer Ben Chused, before he was replaced in mid-1998 by the 19-year-old Nick Branigan (Close Call). A tour followed the release of Holding This Moment, which was actually a compilation of previously released EPs. In addition, the band held a US tour starting with Saves the Day.

The album It All Comes Down to This was recorded in June 1999 in Austin Enterprises in Clinton, Massachusetts. The album was released on Equal Vision Records. In 2000, a tour followed by North America with Death by Stereo and Adamantium, as well as performances in Europe. In early September 2000, the band went into the studio again, where Converge Member Kurt Ballou worked as a producer to record two songs for a split release with Adamantium, which appeared on Indecision Records. Their second album Give Blood, which was released in 2001 was recorded and produced by Brian McTernan in Beltsville, Maryland. The release was followed with a tour of the USA along with Agnostic. In 2003, drummer Branigan left the band and was replaced by Bob Mahoney. Bane followed with another tour of the USA, as well as a two-week tour of Japan in April 2004.

In 2005 the band then went into the Salad Days Studios to record their next album titled The Note with producer McTernan, which appeared on Equal Vision Records. In March 2005, the band held a US tour with Comeback Kid and With Honor. In 2014, Bane released their final album, Don't Wait Up, with the band stating that they still plan to tour.[1] They played their last show on June 18, 2016, at the Worcester Palladium.[2]

Bane reunited for a surprise appearance at a benefit show on July 2, 2021, in tribute to former band member Brendan "Stu" Maguire, who died due to pancreatic cancer on June 27, 2021.[3][4] The band played beside fellow bands The Bouncing Souls, Sick of It All, H2O, and Rebuilder. In early February of 2023 Bane began a "countdown" on their social media with each day posting a single letter of the band's name. Speculation from fans expected various outcomes such as a full reunion, a repressing of their discography and an appearance at that year's Furnace Fest. In the early hours of February 7, 2023 Bane announced a reunion for a two night event held at Roadrunner in Boston.[5]

Influences

They have cited influences including Unbroken, YDI, Chain of Strength, Void, Hatebreed,[6] Burn,[7] Underdog, Youth of Today,[8] Rites of Spring, Minor Threat, the Cro-Mags, Embrace, Walter Schreifels's work in Quicksand and Dave Smalley's work in Dag Nasty, All and Down by Law.[9]

Straight edge

In an early album Bane claimed straight edge, however it was never their main lyrical focus. The current original members are straight edge; Bob Mahoney and Stu are not. They still perform early songs with straight edge references, such as "Count Me Out" which includes the lyric "Just like this X on the back of my hand, I'm not going nowhere". However the lyrics to the song "Wasted On The Young", on Bane's album The Note can be interpreted as criticism of people who ignorantly claim straight edge too early in their life.

Members

Final line-up

  • Aaron Bedard – vocals (1995–2016; 2021, 2023); guitar (1994–1995)
  • Aaron Dalbec – guitar (1994–2016; 2021, 2023)
  • Zach Jordan – guitar (1995–2016; 2021, 2023)
  • James Siboni – bass (2014–2016; 2021, 2023)
  • Bob Mahoney – drums (2003–2016; 2021, 2023)

Former

  • Pete Chilton – bass (1994–2007; 2015)
  • Brendan "Stu" Maguire – bass (2008–2012; died 2021)
  • Chris Linkovich – bass (2012–2014)
  • Damon Bellorado – drums (1995–1997)
  • Ben Chused – drums (1997–1998)
  • Nick Branigan – drums (1998–2003)

Guest musicians

  • Kurt Ballou – guitar

Timeline

Discography

Studio albums

Compilation albums

Extended plays

Compilation contributions

  • They Came From Massachusetts (1996, Big Wheel Recreation) – Both Guns Blazing
  • All Systems Go! (2000, Opened Handed Records/UnderEstimated Records) – Just How Much (Chain of Strength cover)
  • Atticus: Dragging the Lake II (2003) – Some Came Running
  • Our Impact Will Be Felt: A Tribute to Sick of It All (2007, Abacus Recordings) – We Stand Alone
  • At Both Ends (2009, At Both Ends Hardcore Magazine)[11] – 1. Non-Negotiated 2. Struck Down By Me (re-recording)
  • America's Hardcore Volume 2 (2012, Triple-B Records) – Satan's Son

Footnotes

  1. ^ Tokyo 7:58am was also released as Perth 7:58am and Curitiba 7:58pm, and compiles the tracks found on Boston 6:58pm and Los Angeles 3:58pm.
  2. ^ Boston 6:58pm was released internationally as Dublin 11:58pm.
  3. ^ Los Angeles 3:58pm was released internationally as Rome 12:58am.

References

  1. ^ Whitt, Cassie (May 8, 2014). "Bane – 'Don't Wait Up' album premiere". Alternative Press. Retrieved August 12, 2014.
  2. ^ "Bane's final show to feature Terror, The Promise, more". Lambgoat. Retrieved July 4, 2021.
  3. ^ Marple, Krista (July 2, 2021). "Bane Reunite at Tribute Show to Late Bassist Brendan "Stu" Maguire Who Died From Cancer This Week". mxdwn Music. Retrieved July 4, 2021.
  4. ^ Kamiński, Karol (January 12, 2020). "Brendan "Stu" Maguire (BANE, REACH THE SKY) fights with cancer, needs help". IDIOTEQ. Retrieved July 4, 2021.
  5. ^ "Bane is back! Reunion shows announced – see details here!". IdiotEQ. February 7, 2023. Retrieved February 8, 2023.
  6. ^ "Bane". Retrieved December 5, 2024.
  7. ^ "Listen to a Song from Bane's Final Album". Vice Media. Retrieved December 5, 2024.
  8. ^ Scancarelli, Derek. "Final Backward Glance: An Interview with Bane's Aaron Bedard and Aaron Dalbec". Vice Media. Retrieved December 5, 2024.
  9. ^ Van Horn, Ray. "Avoiding Pigeonholes: An Interview with Aaron Bedard of BANE". Retrieved December 5, 2024.
  10. ^ Crane, Matt (December 21, 2013). "Bane begin recording final album". Alternative Press. Retrieved December 21, 2013.
  11. ^ "At Both Ends Hardcore Magazine official website". Archived from the original on August 7, 2009. Retrieved January 18, 2018.
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