Greg Newton-Topp
Bassist
1. Name - Greg Newton-Topp
2. Role in the Band - Bass Player
3. Hometown - Christchurch
4. Favorite Bands/Influences - Thou, Chained To The Bottom Of The Ocean, Wolves In The Throne Room, Hexis, Krallice, Dystopia.
5. Favorite Song to Play Live - Wretch
6. Signature Move/Performance Style - Can't say I have one to be honest.
7. Dream Collaboration - A split with any sick sludge/doom band
8. Favorite Tour Story/Moment - Fainting twice in the Valhalla carpark and Bo having too many edibles
9. Favorite Food - Shawarma
10. Guilty Pleasure Song/Artist - Wham - Club Tropicana
11. Favorite Saying or Quote - How good!
12. Most Embarrassing Stage Moment - Band mates turning my amp down because I was too drunk to play
13. Favorite Hobby Outside of Music - Cars and low n slow bbq
14. Favorite Piece of Gear - Hughes & Kettner QT600 bass head & Pepers Pedals Humongous Fuzz. I only use cheap bass guitars haha
15. If You Weren't a Musician, What Would You Be? - A boring old nobody
Gregory Newton Topp, known as Greg, or Greggums, is the bassist for BORER. With a rich, resonant bass tone and a wealth of experience from his time with the black metal band Men An Tol, Greg brings a unique perspective to BORER's sludge doom sound. Men An Tol has been a fixture in the Christchurch music scene for over a decade, showcasing Greg's deep roots and versatility as a musician. In BORER, Greg's contributions are marked by inventive riffs and a seamless ability to blend into Sludge Doom, offering a refreshing take on his musical talents. Aside from his musical prowess, Greg is known for his kind and easy-going nature, making him a beloved member of the band. His hobbies include smoking meats and making pickles. Greg's dedication and hard work make him an essential part of BORER, both musically and personally.
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