ARTIST

Evanescence

This four-piece epic rock outfit from Little Rock, Arkansas arose in the late '90s, escaping the town's stagnant soft rock and death metal scenes. Co-founders Amy Lee (vocalist) and Ben Moody (lead guitarist) met at a junior high summer camp, where Moody was so impressed by Lee's piano rendition of Meat Loaf's "I'd Do Anything For Love" that he asked the young talent to join him in a band; the two clicked instantly as songwriting soulmates, influenced by the likes of Bjork, Tori Amos, and Danny Elfman as well as classical and grunge music.

Even though the duo couldn't afford to form a complete band for their live performances, Evanescence gained popularity through their self-released EPs and local radio play for their gothic anthem, "Understanding,"...
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