OBITUARY Drummer Discusses TARDY BROTHERS Project; Video Available

April 21, 2009

Holland's Toazted conducted an interview with drummer Donald Tardy of Florida death metal legends OBITUARY about his new side-project with his brother, OBITUARY frontman John, called TARDY BROTHERS. The chat, which was taped on March 5, 2009 at Patronaat in Haarlem, Holland, can be viewed in two parts below.

With their debut release, "Bloodline", TARDY BROTHERS expand their musical playcard showcasing not only a new artistic outlet but also extending opportunity for them to take their global fanbase on an exciting new journey.

"Bloodline" features guitar work by Ralph Santolla (OBITUARY, DEATH, DEICIDE) and original XECUTIONER (pre-OBITUARY) guitarist Jerry Tidwell and solo work from 19-year-old John Lee and longtime friend Scott Johnson.

Said John Tardy of the project: "This is something Donald and I have talked about and planned for many years and we just never had the time to do it. With the addition of our new studio, it has finally given us the abilitity to get this music recorded. It is not going to affect anything that OBITUARY is doing nor is it supposed to sound like OBITUARY."

"Bloodline" is the first of several planned releases for the duo. Inviting some of their many musician friends, the pair hopes to explore ranges outside the norm of their regular recording commitments and avenues (Donald stepped out from behind the kit to tackle many of the rhythm guitar duties on "Bloodline").

TARDY BROTHERS are planning some live performances while preparing to release the new OBITUARY album, "Darkest Day", in June via Candlelight Records.

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