LIPSHOK has been around for a while...not that long of course....but LIPSHOK started as an original band playing the songs written by Debbi (Scarlett Dark) and performing. Their first  CD "LIPSHOK: Electress" still shows up now and then with the "easy listening heavy metal" theme....Then they became a successful dance/party corporate band and played ALOT, the money was good, but they lost the whole reason they started playing in the first place. Now, LIPSHOK is back with all new originals and an incredible gothic, haunting, ethereal style that is progressive, symphonic, somewhat metal and highly commercial! They are on the gigging scene with new members and are working on a new CD release "LIPSHOK: In Darkness, Light" due to be out in late 2010!!!

Members:

Scarlett Dark (Debbi Douglas): Lead vocals and keyboards

Mike Fairley: Guitar

Phil Jameson: Bass

Joe Londeree: Drums

LIPSHOK has seen many members over the years, probably about 100! We are now so lucky to have Mike on the guitar and Joe on the drums. Phil and Scarlett have of course been there almost the whole time, and Scarlett of course named and started the band back when.

Scarlett Dark: Lead vocals, keyboards and songwriter for the band. Having been classically trained and performing since age 5, Scarlett brings her unique melodies and songwriting abilities to this new LIPSHOK configuration. Her new songs have haunting and mysterious melodies and intricate harmonies that even she didin't know she could do! "Where does this stuff come from?" is often asked by Joe, the drummer, and the answer is Fantasyland...

Mike Fairley: Guitar.  Mike brings his amazing guitar abilities to LIPSHOK and they are so thankful. How he interprets the guitar parts on songs is nothing short of incredible, and he seems to have ESP when creating and contributing. Besides being a great musician, he is a great guy and a pleasure to work with and LIPSHOK is thrilled to have him join!!!

Phil Jameson: Bass. Well, Phil (sometimes known as Chunky) is of course the backbone behind LIPSHOK and has always been. His creative bass lines and his love of doing music always shows through in rehearsals, the studio, and especially live performances. Having had to move all the equipment alone for many years of playing covers, he is reveling in the original scene and the enthusiasm shows!!

Joe Londeree: Drums. Where Joe came from, we don't know, but man, LIPSHOK is sure happy he showed up. What a lightning ball of drumming energy!! He is is fast on the fills and meticulous on timing, and yet so dynamic and fun to work with. Easy going and humble, LIPSHOK is eternally grateful he has joined the team and brought his unique style and versatility. A metal fan, with a unique perspective, he fills the the rhythms in with textbook accuracy!!