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Illustrious
Illustrious came together in the late 1990s, with Ethan James on vocals, Daniel Reynolds on guitar, Alex Cross on bass, and Jake Thompson on drums. They...
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Illustrious came together in the late 1990s, with Ethan James on vocals, Daniel Reynolds on guitar, Alex Cross on bass, and Jake Thompson on drums. They signed with Vision Records in 2001 and put out their first album, 'Evolution,' which got some attention for its mix of styles and thoughtful lyrics.
Their second album in 2003 was called 'By Design,' and the title track became their big hit. The song had a haunting quality that connected with listeners, and it pushed the band into a wider spotlight. It's the song most people still know them by.
As things got bigger, the band dealt with internal strains and personal issues, including James's substance abuse problems. The pressures that came with their growing profile created friction within the group.
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