In the daytime, they are known separately as a bouncer, a bar manager, a tattoo artist, a resident DJ, a Sheetz employee and a college student. At night, they're known as hard rock band This Day I Prevail.

They very-well may be the most eclectic band in town.

And the band says they're making things happen fast. After being together just weeks, they have already drawn upon mass public and social network interest, including catching the eye of big name Chicago native Jaime Radar (New Trigger Media). TDIP includes tour veterans Layton Cross, vocals (Set In Stone/RC Records) and Tony Frazier, drums, (Sin For the Fallen/X Fest), as well as Michael Clester, guitar; Cory Carlyle, guitar; Daniel Wall, bass and Chris Aman, synthesizer.

TDIP is endorsed by Saluda Cymbals, Knucklehead Strings and New Trigger Media.

“TDIP promises a fun and outgoing stage presence at every show,” said Cross. “Playing recent shows to sold out crowds in Eastern NC has geared TDIP up for the next step. Look for them on their East Coast tour in March.”

Before heading out on tour, check out the Feb. 27 at Live. They will be recording their EP this month in Greensboro, as well, before starting their tour with the Relics March 4 at The Tank.

Cross also spent some time answering questions for this month's Music Box:

mixer: How did so many people with such different backgrounds come to play music together?

Cross: Being that about 80 percent of our band is comprised of downtown Greenville employees, word gets around quick about talent and musicianship. Although we all come from different backgrounds, we all have one common love for music — to include creating/writing.

mixer: How do you think the synthesizer adds to your music?

Cross: The synthesizer completely changes the metal game. It adds diversity, layers our harmonies and brings a whole different energy to the table.

mixer: What do you hope for the local hardcore rock scene in 2011?

Cross: In 2011, we hope to see more opportunities for hardcore rock bands to play in the area. In a town that is dominated by the popularity of jam/cover bands, we rely on very few venues and makeshift shows to perform. We can only hope that the public can be open to our movement and what we are trying to do.

mixer: What bands (local or national) do you think will be big this year?

Cross: Locally, I see The Ethnographers really taking off this year. They are a truly talented group of musicians writing really catchy, beautiful stuff.

mixer: What CDs are in your collection that people would be surprised to see?

Cross: This Day I Prevail's music tastes are very eclectic, we may be a metal core band but don't put it past us to see anything from Justin Bieber to Lady Gaga.

mixer: What should metal-show virgins know before coming to a concert?

Cross: Before coming to a This Day I Prevail show, they should be fully prepared to witness an on stage energy and crowd participation that is not seen anywhere else.

Find out more at www.facebook.com/thisdayiprevail and www.reverbnation.com/thisdayiprevail.

Contact Kristin Day at kday@reflector.com or 329-9579.