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F R I DAY, O C TO B E R 29, 2010 t VOLUME 2, ISSUE 3 14000 WECKFORD BLVD. HOUSTON, T X
HEATING UP THE MIC
Back Page n Ramon Vassquez, ‘12, and teacher Wendy Bethany dressed up for Nerd Day. Check out Page 8 for more highlights from spirit day.
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Treavor Taylor, ‘12, is the lead singer of I Christen It Legion. He also showed his skills on acoustic guitar at last year’s talent show.
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Treavor Taylor, ‘12, Jose Puga, ‘12, Tyler Larson, ‘12, and Ian Dartez, ‘12, huddle to pray before a performance at Grace Church on Sept. 22. The group was performing at a See You After the Pole celebration. They have already performed at a number of local venues, and they have aspirations of someday being signed by a major record label.
Band fueled by ‘rush’ of being on stage Similar passion for music and performing keeps ICIL members focused on their dreams of performing
By Starr Jauregui Staff reporter At some point in time, every child wants to be something out of the ordinary whether it be an actor, the President or a rock star. Unfortunately, as they get older the majority of kids seldom know how to make those dreams come true. A few, however, seem to have everything going for them. Some are blessed with talent. Some happen to be at the right place at the right time. Some work very hard to see those dreams become reality. I Christen It Legion is a Christian hardcore metal band whose members are working hard to achieve their dreams and make their way to the top. ICIL’s drummer, Jose Puga, ‘12, became interested in music in the sixth grade. At that time music became a main factor in his life. “Music is important to me specifically because it keeps me going on a daily basis,” Puga said. “It can brighten up my day or it can explain my feelings to another person.” Coming Together I Christen It Legion came together at the end of their sophomore year. Treavor Taylor, ‘12, and Puga were the two original members of the band who started playing covers of songs from other bands. The boys both shared a love for music and decided they wanted to make their own. Taylor tried to teach Puga how to play guitar but later realized that he had a natural talent with the drums after pulling out his dad’s old drum set out of curiosity. “We were a two-man band for a while, practicing in the garage with a small Line 6 amp and an antique drum set,” Taylor said. “It was hot and sweaty, but those are good memories.” Tyler Larson, ‘12, and Ian Dartez, ‘12, came later while Taylor and Puga were recruiting new members to form a full band. “I was by accident,” Larson said. “Treavor remembered that I played guitar and so he asked me if I could
play bass. We’ve all been close ever since.” Dartez had already been in a band and was looking for something different. “Treavor and Jose needed a guitarist, and I agreed to be their temp,” Dartez said. “I felt like I belonged in the band since I love the guys like brothers, and our music was sparking a new attraction.” Becoming Interested The boys all became interested in music at young ages. They were surrounded by the sound throughout their childhood. “Way back when I was little I remember jamming out to Van Halen and Ozzy (Osborne),” Larson said. “There was just something about the guitar that moved me.” Dartez has played instruments since he was young. “I started drums when I was three and played until I was eight,” Dartez said. “Then I picked up guitar, and I’ve been in love ever since.” Taylor was brought to music by listening to other bands while growing up. “The very first band that I was obsessed with was Korn back in middle school. Their eccentric music style got me into heavy music, and it made me want to play and make it myself,” Taylor said. “So I bought a guitar and expanded my knowledge of various music styles.” Taylor and Puga decided on the name together one day while hanging out. The boys wanted a name that would describe what they wanted to do as a band. The meaning behind I Christen It Legion is “to baptize an army.” “When we play we want God’s word to touch many peoples’ hearts in a positive way, therefore, changing the legion,” Puga said. The First Show ICIL played and headlined their first show on June 11, 2010, at Fuel Cyber Cafe, 120 E Main St. All four boys were stoked to play a show in front of their friends.
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Jose Puga, ‘12, fell in love with music in sixth grade and was one of the two original members of ICIL. He is the drummer.
Tyler Larson, ‘12, started out playing guitar and now plays bass in ICIL. He used to listen to Van Halen and Ozzy Osbourne when he was younger.
Ian Dartez, ‘12, started playing the drums when he was three. He now plays guitar for ICIL and performed with Treavor Taylor, ‘12, in the talent show last spring.