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Intensity, emotion, and raw power are three ways to describe Dayton, OHs THE PARAMEDIC. But to pigeonhole the band with just three words would simply be an injustice to this group. Formed in late 2010 by friends Jake Nolan (Guitar), Travis Adkins (Bass), Tony Hovater (Drums), Sean Salasny (Guitar), and Mike Luciano (Lead Vocals), THE PARAMEDIC is poised to spearhead the next generation of dynamic metalcore bands, thanks in part to Lucianos diverse R&B background. The band delivers a unique mix blending the insanity of ASKING ALEXANDRIA, the electro-sensibilities of ATTACK ATTACK, and the soulfulness of Jonny Craig. Living the dream is a philosophy that Mike Luciano and the guys thrive to live out on a daily basis and will have nothing stand in their way. Against his parents wishes, Luciano dropped out of college to pursue his dream of making it in the world of music. This intense internal struggle has made Lucianos lyrics a personal one-of-a-kind statement that range from raising awareness about rape to standing up for what you believe in. Judging by the nearly 300,000 views of their cover of Lil Waynes "6 Foot 7 Foot" on YouTube and their 40,000 fans on Facebook, all of the hard work and life-altering decisions have been worth it. In early 2012, the bands dream finally came together when New Jersey-based record label Bullet Tooth signed THE PARAMEDIC to a deal. Joining other acts such as AFFIANCE and SERIANNA, the band is sure to reach new audiences that they only ever dreamed about. "Its been our dream to not only be signed to a label, but also to a label that we know and trust and with Bullet Tooth, we know we are getting just that" said vocalist Mike Luciano.