Gothic Theatre
Between the Buried and Me
Between the Buried and Me was a thinking man’s hardcore unit who hailed from Raleigh, NC. The band began in 2000 after the dissolution of vocalist Tommy Rogers and guitarist Paul Waggoner’s previous group, Prayer for Cleansing. Rogers and Waggoner completed their new lineup with the addition of guitarist Nick Fletcher, bassist Jason King (ex-Azazel), and drummer Mark Castillo, formerly of Bury Your Dead. An eponymous debut soon appeared, issued through the German indie Lifeforce, and the band supported it with an avid tour schedule. Between the Buried and Me signed with Chicago hardcore powerhouse Victory in summer 2002 and began work on its debut for the label. The Silent Circus appeared in late October of the following year; it showcased a more focused fusion of the group’s math rock, heavy metal, and post-hardcore influences. ~ Johnny Loftus, All Music Guide
