Brian Cook (bassist)
Brian Cook (born July 16, 1977) is an American bass guitarist currently in the bands Russian Circles and Sumac. He was also previously a full-time member of Botch, These Arms Are Snakes and Roy, and also a session musician for Mouth of the Architect. Cook is also a freelance journalist and has published a book titled The Second Chair is Meant for You. He is openly gay.
Brian Cook | |
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| Background information | |
| Born | July 16, 1977 |
| Origin | Tacoma, Washington, U.S. |
| Genres | Metalcore, mathcore, hardcore punk, post-hardcore, post-rock, post-metal, sludge metal |
| Instrument(s) | Bass guitar |
| Years active | 1993–present |
| Labels | Hydra Head, Suicide Squeeze, Jade Tree, Sargent House |
In August 2021, Cook released his first solo album titled We Left a Note with an Apology through Sargent House under the moniker Torment & Glory. The initial concept for the album dates back to the mid-2000s when he listened to Bruce Springsteen's 1982 studio album Nebraska on vinyl that was so covered in dust, the music was heavily distorted with occasional acoustic guitar music.