Sonic Artistry: Brandon Gaines of WormWood Project Talks Music, Art, and Tone

In the world of gritty, atmospheric music, few bands capture the raw essence of Southern Gothic Grunge quite like the WormWood Project. At the heart of their distinctive sound is guitarist Brandon Gaines, whose partnership with M2 Labs' Bomber overdrive pedal is creating waves in the music scene.

In a recent interview, Gaines opens up about his musical journey, the evolution of WormWood Project, and how the right equipment can transform a musician's creative landscape. As an M2 Labs endorsed artist, Gaines has discovered what he calls "a sweet spot with my tone that could tear your face off" using the Bomber overdrive pedal, elevating the band's sound as they work on their upcoming EP "Ashes."

What makes Gaines particularly fascinating is his multifaceted artistic expression. Beyond music, he's also a talented artist and leather worker with his company Dastardly Designed – Laser and Leather, where he preserves historic and often overlooked creepy art on leather, creating pieces that will endure longer than their paper originals.

The WormWood Project itself has a compelling story—formed two decades ago, the band went on hiatus after the tragic loss of drummer Wes Kalberg, only to reform years later with a powerhouse rhythm section that Gaines describes as "an absolute beastly combo." Their debut EP "Ghosts" pays tribute to lives lost, with frontman Aubrey Britt Bailey's haunting lyrics exploring addiction, loss, and redemption.

For the full, in-depth conversation with Brandon Gaines, I encourage you to check out the complete interview. You'll discover more about his musical inspirations (which surprisingly include Charles Mingus and Tom Waits), his artistic process, and how M2 Labs' gear has become instrumental in shaping WormWood Project's evolving sound.

Read the complete article here: Meet Brandon Gaines | WormWood guitarist & Bomber overdrive user