With an intense sound that punishes unmercifully, yet rewards with captivating harmony, the quintet known as
Rest Among Ruins offers a rich, encompassing style to the Baltimore music scene. Formed in 2006,
Rest Among Ruins advanced from an idea to a body of musicians, comprised of vocalist/songwriter, Mike Semesky; guitarist/backup vocalist, Derrin Ruschell; lead guitarist, Henry Kaldre; bass guitarist, Jason Goldman-Petri; and drummer, Geoff Palmer. The unique style, most easily defined as an aggressive, metal/alternative sound, is an evolving product of diverse musical influences. With the deep screams, heavy drums, and powerful guitar riffs and leads of bands such as Killswitch Engage and All That Remains, combined with the...
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