I Defy was originally formed in late 1999 when Raoul (singer of Veil) and Frank (Former Miozän Bassplayer, now Souls On Fire) hung out one afternoon at a hardcore show and talked about the idea of forming a hardcore project. After exchanging phone numbers, a few weeks of on and off in discussing potential allies, two good friends and talented musicians, Flo (Drummer of Veil) and Mathias (Guitarist in United Mutations) joined the team and the project was formed. Since all members were still engaged in their main bands and busy touring, recording etcetera I Defy was
While their debut MCD "The First Strike" is a good hinch of what you might have the expect, this first full-length blew us away! Tons of variety and a great sound. Fast energetic, yet really melodic hardcore. Add to that great and personal lyrics and we dare to say I Defy is definitely one of Europe's current best hardcore bands! THE FIRING LINE AT FIRST SIGHT UNCONDITIONAL MOMENT OF TRUTH REMINISCE I DEFY BACK TO INNOCENCE POWER OF DOUBT SAD STORY NEVER UNDERSTAND TOMORROWS DREAM HOME KEINE TITELINFORMATION
