bygones Members, Gear & Sound

Bygones is an experimental music project rooted in Sacramento, CA, known for its intricate blend of noise rock, math rock, and mathcore with touches of midwest emo and math pop. The duo consists of Zach Hill, a prolific drummer recognized for his work with bands like Hella and Marnie Stern, and Nick Reinhart, a guitar virtuoso from Tera Melos. Together, they create an unorthodox sound characterized by frenetic rhythms and experimental structures, which defy traditional genre boundaries.

Bygones' sound is a complex tapestry of chaotic, yet precise sonic textures. This dynamic is driven by Reinhart's use of various effects to produce a wide array of distorted and modulated tones. His guitar work often employs the B.C. Rich Warlock Widow and Gibson SG-Z, coupled with the Line 6 FM4 Filter Modeler for its experimental filtering capabilities. Hill's drumming, whether on acoustic kits or Roland V-Drums, weaves a dense, intricate backdrop that complements the swirling chaos of the guitar. The music of Bygones thrives on its unpredictable nature and the interplay between virtuosic drumming and innovative guitar effects, resulting in a soundscape that is both aggressive and mesmerizing.