I.S.S. was formed in the summer of 1999. Originally as just a side project, I.S.S. quickly formed into a complete, upcoming metal act. Troll (Justin Kapr) and Tony Gallo, who met as dorm suitemates, formed the core of I.S.S. A short while later Justin later introduced Zach Boswell into the scene. Although Justin and Zach heard of each other through past bands, it wasn’t until a friend’s strong recommendation that he was asked to join. Zach’s stage presence has revolutionized the appearance of I.S.S. He’s the perfect front man. The band was still in need of another guitarist. Then enter Allen Roberts who joined the band through shared interests in heavy metal music, and by songwriting through the use of enhancements rather than riff writing. Take a good riff and add in the seasoning. Allen is the flavor; in and behind the music. Buda arrived next. He was introduced to the band at one of the band’s keg show parties and was asked to join in an effort to end the suffering of an imagination crisis within the band. He was basically stolen from his last band. His bass lines ignite the melody. The Blending of Heavy riffs and melody has created a style of music which is hard to pinpoint.We all have vast and eclectic influences from a wide range of different musical genres.Bands influences such as Quicksand,Tool,Cold,Will Haven and even the Moody Blues have crept their way in to our songs to help create a unique listening experience.
