Eyes Set to Kill have taken the hardcore community by storm with an intense live show and a crushing EP. They unleash a whirlwind of melodic guitar riffs that violently flood into the ears of listeners, emotionally capturing screams, and hypnotizing melodic vocal hooks that seethe with emotion.
Originally conceived by as the two piece of consisting of Alexia Rodriguez (Lead Guitar, Vocals), and Anissa Rodriguez (Bass Guitar), this Phoenix , AZ mall emo outfit attempted to create a unique sound that would combine the soft, melodic feel of female vocals and gut-wrenching screaming, backed up by powerful instrumentals with a post-hardcore influence.
“Having a screamer and a melodic singer has just always been our vision. We wanted to try something different because we didn’t want to be the typical mall emo band,” said former singer Lindsey Vogt. “We didn’t try to make our songs a certain sound. We play what we feel.”
Searching the local area for talented and dedicated musicians to create this sound the group was frequently ignored and turned down by sexist musicians, despite their obvious talent and potential. The girls were classified, stereotyped, and rejected by the ignorant music scene before their demo was given a mere listen.
“People just assumed we were going to be just another chick band that has no musical talent,” Vogt said. “Since we were girls, no one took us seriously and assumed that we couldn’t play and write good songs.”