CHIMAIRA IS THE WANDERLEI SILVA OF METAL

For some reason it makes sense that Mark Hunter from Chimaira is a martial artist and fan of MMA. Furthermore it also makes sense that one of his favorite fighters is the one and only Wanderlei “The Axe Murderer” Silva, who is known for being both aggressive and technical. Mark had this to say to MMA Insider about “The Axe Murderer”:

“When I watch him, I try to emulate him quite a bit. He’s got the staredown to end all staredowns.”

One of Mark’s other favorite, who should come as no surprise, is none other than Clay “The Carpenter” Guida, who gets his nickname by being a workhorse who always delivers exciting fights, win or lose. Once you see “The Carpenter” fight once or twice, it doesn’t matter if he wins or loses, the crowd always loves him. He is so energetic that he has been compared to the energizer bunny.

Earlier this evening I gave 2007’s Resurrection a listen keeping this in mind and for some reason, it just made sense. A common theme across
most martial arts is channeling one’s energy and personal growth through training and discipline. I could feel those themes coming through the speakers. Or maybe I just forgot to take my meds. Either way it made me appreciate Chimaira in a slightly new way.

The breif article on MMAWeekly’s MMA Insider Blog also touches on some of Mark’s own training in the martial arts, which to me makes him that much cooler. I’d love to ask him how his training affects his music and vice versa.

Read the whole article here:

-MPg