UCHIKATSU, taking its name from the Japanese word for a great overcoming or conquering, is a metal band from Long Island, NY, comprised of five members. It's original conception began in 2019. when founding members and primary writers, Jonathan Rosario and Laurance Grube began toying with the idea of combining writing styles. Grube being a composer and producer, and Rosario being a lyricist and vocalist.
Drawing a unique sound from styles reminiscent of "Nu-Metal," various "core" elements. Heavily saturated in horror sound and imagery, the presence of classic film samples, cinematic synth backings, and intentional film-esque sound scores.Uchikatsu drags listeners on a hellride into a world and lore created with their unique sound and visual aspects.
Grim retellings of Rosario's experiences seeped into the bands powerful lyrics. Conveying themes of real-life trauma, violence, and desperation. An unrelenting anger and agony ever present in the gritty vocal delivery, leaving a lasting impact on audiences.
In 2022 the bands visual elements drew the attention of Long Island's Darkside Haunted House, upon which vocalist Jonathan Rosario and his visual team began producing commercials for in their unique style. With intentions of bringing a visual performance art aspect to their live experience, Uchikatsu uses extensive live show performances similar to that of a haunted house attraction in their live sets. Incorporating carnival characters and sideshow freaks to interact with the audience.
A fully immersive horror & live music experience.
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