Composition and songwriting

Much of Velvet Acid Christ's musical composition has been produced with synthesizers and computer software (see Computer music). Other instruments used by the band include sequencers such as drum machines and electric guitars with effects pedals.^[3] Sampling, which is the use of sound clips as part of a new recording, is another technique commonly employed by the band. These duties have been shared by a host of musicians, with Bryan Erickson acting as lead composer.

The focus of the band's lyrical content, most of which has been written and performed by Erickson, is varied. Depression, love, misanthropy, drugs, hate, and religion are a few of the subjects which have been explored by the band, often simultaneously. Many of the topics addressed in the group's songs were written by Erickson as a means of expressive release during personally challenging times.

Influences

In the past, Velvet Acid Christ has cited an exhaustive number of sources — especially other bands — as being inspirational upon their music and style. For specific lists, see the band's MySpace page and VAC: FAQ.

History

Early projects, early changes, and first albums (1990–1995)

Label interest, touring, and a troubled rise (1996–2000)

A change of pace, new early material, and beyond (2001–)

Audio samples

Personnel

Current members

• Bryan Erickson (1990–) – lead vocals, composition, guitar, lyrics, mixing, production, various
• Todd Loomis (2005–) – guitar, composition
• Dan Olson (1995–) – engineering, samples

Composition and songwriting

Much of Velvet Acid Christ's musical composition has been produced with synthesizers and computer software (see Computer music). Other instruments used by the band include sequencers such as drum machines and electric guitars with effects pedals.^[3] Sampling, which is the use of sound clips as part of a new recording, is another technique commonly employed by the band. These duties have been shared by a host of musicians, with Bryan Erickson acting as lead composer.

Influences

In the past, Velvet Acid Christ has cited an exhaustive number of sources — especially other bands — as being inspirational upon their music and style. For specific lists, see the band's MySpace page and VAC: FAQ.

History

Early projects, early changes, and first albums (1990–1995)

Label interest, touring, and a troubled rise (1996–2000)

A change of pace, new early material, and beyond (2001–)

Audio samples

Personnel

Current members

• Bryan Erickson (1990–) – lead vocals, composition, guitar, lyrics, mixing, production, various
• Todd Loomis (2005–) – guitar, composition
• Dan Olson (1995–) – engineering, samples

Studio contributors

Musicians who have previously contributed to the band's albums (with approximate years):

Live contributors

Musicians who have toured with the band (one tour in 1998, two in 2000):

Discography

Note: Sales statistics for most releases have not been publicly disclosed.

Albums and EPs

Re-releases, compilations, and box sets

Singles

1. ^ ^a b "Official VAC MySpace Page!", MySpace, 2006-04-01.
2. ^ "news: 12/12/2005", Velvet Acid Christ Forums, 2005-12-12.
3. ^ "VAC: Gear", Velvet Acid Christ, 2006-05-12.
4. ^ ^{a b c d e} "VAC: Time Line", Velvet Acid Christ, 2006-05-15.
5. ^ "Velvet Acid Christ // About ..", Velvet Acid Christ Fanlisting, 2005-07-28.
6. ^ "Bryan Erickson of Velvet Acid Christ -- An Interview / Fun With Knives", Last Sigh Magazine, 2005-08-14.
7. ^ "Interview: Velvet Acid Christ - 12/9/97", Sonic Boom, 2006-05-17.
8. ^ ^a b "VAC: Lyrics", Velvet Acid Christ, 2006-05-17.
9. ^ "VAC: The Hand", Velvet Acid Christ, 2005-12-09.
10. ^ "VAC: Pretty Toy", Velvet Acid Christ, 2005-12-09.