Rocking With Jam Man Talks With GIZMACHI
Rocking With Jam Man Talks With GIZMACHI about their new single “Look What I’ve Become” off the new album Omega Kaleid. and why it took 16 years to come out, we talk about how they hooked up with Björn “Speed” Strid of Soilwork, what went on during their downtime, the possibility of touring, and what is next for the band
New York-based modern metal band GIZMACHI has revealed a new video for “Look What I’ve
Become,” the second single from the group’s long-awaited sophomore album, Omega Kaleid.
Founded in 1996, GIZMACHI quickly gained popularity among the local Orange County, NY,
hardcore/metal scene. The band caught the eyes and ears of Slipknot percussionist Shawn “Clown”
Crahan and signed to his label, Big Orange Clown (a subsidiary of Sanctuary Records) for the release of
their debut, The Imbuing, in 2005. From 2005-2006, GIZMACHI spent time on the road supporting The
Imbuing, including high profile festivals such as Ozzfest and Rock AM Ring in Europe before going on
an extended 16-year hiatus.
Fast forward to 2021 and the return of GIZMACHI with Omega Kaleid, scheduled for release on March
12, that showcases the group’s signature sound – a mixture of brutally melodic vocals, odd time signatures
and epic guitar solos. The album’s genesis dates back to a 2012 Kickstarter campaign, which was
followed by multiple setbacks, including recording and budget constraints and scheduling conflicts that
ultimately led to a lineup change. GIZMACHI, however, blazed on, determined to fulfill their pledge and
deliver new music. Without a vocalist for the record, GIZMACHI reached out to Strid, who accepted the
band’s offer.
GIZMACHI is:
Jay Hannon – Guitars
Mike Laurino – Guitars/Vocals
Kris Gilmore – Bass
Jimmie Hatcher – Drums
Björn Strid – Vocals
