One could say Centershift has been a band in-the-making since the mid-’90s when vocalist/guitarist Jasan Radford started Onesidezero During the early-’00s rock radio craze, they played with System Of A Down, Static X, Incubus and a host of other bands that would make any post-grunge fan’s toes curl. Through touring, Radford met Centershift bassist Ted Wenri of Bemus fame when both their bands toured with Dredg. In 2022, the band solidified their standing as a nü-metal powerhouse with the addition of Shuvel guitarist Ryan Shane Stuber and drummer Stefan Storace. “Over the years, we got together, formulated songs and always knew we wanted to play together. Finally, through the stars aligning, we created Centershift,” says Radford.
By Kamil Bobin
Discovered via Musosoup
By Ryan of Centershift
Hey Centershift, super nice to have the chance to chat with you. What first got you into music?
Thank you for having us! I think as a whole, the initial shockwave of seeing or hearing music on the radio or TV that actually spoke to us individually whether it be punk, metal, or the OG classics. I think we all had a point in our youth when we heard a song and felt like it was written for us personally, as we could relate to the words or sounds at the moment in time, it became the soundtrack of our lives.. shaped the we way dressed, to who we hung around with, like minded people who felt the same way about the special power of music.
Who would you most like to collaborate with?
Jacob Collier, Rick Rubin, Stevie Wonder, Thom Yorke, Sting, Dr Dre, Quincy Jones, Billy Corgan, Paul McCartney.
Your latest song is 'Falling Into'. Can you tell us more about the making of it and if there were any unusual things happening during the process?
The song originally came from Ted our bass player, we all heard it and loved the vibe and energy, and then we changed everything. Haha Just a joke! We added our touches but mainly stayed intact to his great idea from the start, really cool that everyone in the band writes and participates in the writing process.
How do you know when a work is finished?
As artists, we are constantly changing and evolving to whatever piques our interest at that time, once a song is recorded it is captured in that moment.
I think we will always improve a little, and try to improve minor things within the structure when played live. But as far as the writing process , when we are seeing what is what, and what songs make the cut, it is usually the songs that give that simultaneous feeling of approval between all of us.
What are you most proud of?
I am proud that we all have been through multiple bands, record deals, tours, and experiences that have made us who we are today. I am personally proud of simply being able to write and play music with individuals who are on the same page, and all have mutual respect for one another. Also, to play in front of people, if it helps one person connect with us and the music, then that is my proudest moment.
What is the biggest challenge of being an artist?
The head and the heart are the biggest challenges to me personally, my heart wants to play music all day long and get lost in melodies and compositions, but my brain says you gotta work and pay bills, and take care of life’s responsibilities. Sometimes it’s hard to get out of life mode, and get into artist‘s mode with all that is going on in the world. And the business side of things can easily get you uninspired and overthinking, when one should hopefully be able to continue to create and liberate their soul.
How do you structure your day?
Depending on where l have to be, l always try to make time to practice / rehearse songs, and write new music. Whether in the morning or late at night.
Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of music?
I love to cook, grow cannabis, and try to get out in nature when possible, and traveling.
Do you sing in the shower? What songs?
No l don’t sing, but l do happen to come up with melodies from time to time.
What are your plans for the future?
To achieve the dream of solely playing music for a living, touring and recording albums, so we can open our chain of bars and restaurants haha!
In all seriousness, just keep grinding and doing all we can collectively to continue playing and writing music for everyone to hear. And keep spreading the word and power of music.