REdEFIND, a band from Greenville, South Carolina that combines elements of Hard Rock, Nu Metal, Metalcore, and Rap/Rock, recently released a new EP called AudioVideoDisco. The EP is interesting and unique, and definitely would attract listeners of any genre of rock spanning multiple decades.
The band lineup includes: Jordan Caparell (vocals): Dru Woodall (guitar); Drew Porter (bass, vocals); and Dustan Snow (drums). REdEFIND signed with Godsize Records in August 2021. The band is compared to Korn, Sevendust, Deftones, Fire From The Gods, and Beartooth. Personally, I hear influences of Nonpoint, Papa Roach, and From Ashes To New. My boyfriend says they remind him of P.O.D. In all honesty, REdEFIND has their own special style and energy that shows on this EP, as well as important messages to share with their songs.
AudioVideoDisco is the fourth EP released overall by the band, and the third with the current lineup. Physical copies of the EP will be available June 2nd, and will include two bonus tracks: a cover of Halsey’s “I Am Not A Woman I’m A God” and a cover of “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” by Lil Nas X that REdEFIND released during the COVID pandemic for fun. There’s a music video for “Montero”.
REdEFIND has an interesting band history. Dustan and Drew are the two remaining original members. The band was technically formed in 2012, but has gone through a good number of member changes since then. Things really got moving along when Dru, Bobby Lark, and Branden Knapp joined the band. They released an EP called Pros And Cons with that lineup. While recording what would become the Let’s Party EP, Branden was in a terrible motorcycle accident. Due to the injuries and mental strain, he stepped away from the band, wishing them the best of luck finding a new vocalist. A good number of vocalists auditioned. The third one was Jordan. As soon as they started jamming, they knew he was the right guy for the job. After accepting the frontman duties, Jordan hit the studio, and shortly thereafter the band released Let’s Party. Their first video with the new lineup was for the title track of that EP, followed by “Spoiled”, “Dead Boi”, and “Miss Jackson (If Ya Nasty)”.
The writing process for REdEFIND is interesting. As Dustan says, “We tend to write differently. Jordan does most of the lyrics, but is always open to suggestions. Musically. sometimes Dru will come in with a riff or a complete song written. Sometimes I will give Dru a ‘mouth riff’ and he will take whatever idea I give and make it much, much cooler. ‘Big Drew’ normally will structure out a song or he will do the fine tuning on a riff or track and often it’s for the better afterwards.”
Regarding the themes of REdEFIND songs, Dustan shares, “Jordan writes about life from either a personal standpoint or from something he has noticed in society. We are big advocates for mental health. which will come across heavy on AudioVideoDisco.”
The band credits Zack Dufort with Exodian Studios in Black Mountain, NC for his work on the AudioVideoDisco EP. Dustan calls him “a wizard that makes the songs sound the best that they can.” Notable elements of REdEFIND music include chugging guitars, thunderous drums and bass, and powerful vocals – a combination of singing, rapping, and screams.
I want to highlight a few songs on the EP that I really liked.
“This Is Fine”
This is a song about battling mental health issues, but you keep trying to convince everyone you’re “fine”. The lyrics in the chorus sum it up.
“I’m fine!
Even tho I find my own heart and my mind are always constantly battling
I’m ok!
These are the things that we say. Each and every day to hide that we’re caving in”
The middle of this song reminds me of the band Tool. It is slower paced with softer vocals by Jordan and a catchy set of guitar riffs.
“Fake Love”
This is a song about someone whose love is conditional and they’re only around when things are good and “convenient”. This is reflected in the opening verse.
“You only come around
When it’s convenient for you
Think it was easy for me without seeing the Hell I’ve been through
You’re only here for the ups
You’ll never see me when I’m down
If it benefits you that’s the only time you’re around”
“Memories”
This song is a tribute to the fans of REdEFIND! To me, this song isn’t about being famous. It’s a song about wanting to make an impact on people’s lives through music. The third verse shows how much the band loves and appreciates their fans.
“There’s so much that I want to say
But there’s not enough words or hours I could spend in a day
To express the love that’s been expressed to me
You’ve all shown me the things that I just cannot believe
You think you need me well I definitely need you
You wouldn’t believe all the things that you’ve helped me through
If this is the last song I write and the last thing I say
I hope it gives you light to make it through these dark days”
The chorus shows the hope that their music will live on for years to come.
“Even if I go away
Tomorrow or today
Keep me a memory
Remember me”
A line near the end of the song especially moved me. “We’ll still live on. Through all our songs.” I think everyone can relate to wanting to make an impact and leave a lasting legacy, if not with the whole world, at least in their own community or family. The final vocal segment of this song is awesome. It almost reminds me of a choir singing. It’s actually Jordan doing multiple harmonies. He is joined in singing by Cameron Segars, the vocalist of A War Within (Easley, SC), and Zack Dufort, guitarist of Fractured Frames (Asheville, NC) and, as mentioned above, the producer of AudioVideoDisco.
The band members of REdEFIND are always writing and coming up with new riffs and ideas for future songs. Dustan says, “We are planning on trying a few different ways of writing on new material just to see what we come up with.”
REdEFIND has an upcoming tour with Ill Nino, Through Fire, and Dropout Kings. There is a show planned for the physical release of AudioVideoDisco June 2nd at The Radio Room in Greenville SC with Den of Wolves (Charlotte, NC), H3RO (Greenville, SC), and Mydas XXII (Anderson, SC). There are quite a few other shows sprinkled in throughout the rest of the year and another major announcement by the band coming soon!
You can find REdEFIND on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Linktree.
AudioVideoDisco Track Listing
This Is Fine
Outcasts
Progress
Fake Love
Helping Hands
Memories
BONUS TRACKS – PHYSICAL COPIES ONLY – AVAILABLE JUNE 2 ND
I Am Not A Woman I’m A God — Halsey cover
Montero (Call Me By Your Name) – Lil Nas X cover
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