Now Its Dark
Chicago rock quintet bringing raw sincerity to modern rock music. Influenced by Three Days Grace, Lacuna Coil, and Killswitch Engage, they've shared stages with Icon For Hire, A Killers Confession, and City Of The Weak. Their latest single "Nymph" showcases their mystical rock sound, continuing their evolution with producer Tavis Stanley (Art Of Dying, Saint Asonia, Adelitas Way).
The Band
Meet the Chicago rock quintet
Frost Tayla
The powerful voice behind Now Its Dark's emotionally charged anthems.
Role: Vocals, Songwriter
Style: Raw, emotional delivery
Spidey
The driving force behind the band's heavy sound and powerful riffs.
Role: Lead Guitar, Songwriter
Style: Heavy riffs, melodic solos
Zack
The rhythmic foundation that anchors Now Its Dark's powerful sound.
Role: Bass Guitar, Songwriter
Style: Solid groove, rhythmic foundation
Zachariah Menich
The powerhouse behind the kit, driving the band's intense energy with influences from legendary drummers.
Role: Drums, Percussion
Influences: Bonham, Vinnie Appice, Dave Grohl
Jesse Reyes
The newest addition to the band, bringing dynamic rhythm guitar and vocal harmonies to the mix.
Role: Rhythm Guitar, Vocals
Style: Dynamic rhythm, vocal harmonies
The Complete Quintet: Frost Tayla's powerful vocals, Spidey's driving guitar work, Jesse Reyes' dynamic rhythm guitar and vocal harmonies, Zack's solid bass foundation, and Zachariah Menich's thunderous drums combine to create Now Its Dark's signature Chicago rock sound that has captivated audiences across the Midwest.
Discography
Latest releases and streaming hits
Press & Recognition
What people are saying about Now Its Dark
"Now Its Dark brings a solid rock sound with influences of Three Days Grace, Evanescence, and Killswitch Engage paired with a raw sincerity to making music."
"Their single 'Bother Me' quickly became one of their most streamed songs, showcasing the band's evolution and strong fan reception."
"A quartet that's rehashing 2000s hard rock with a dash of metal, appealing directly to fans of the genre."
Live Performance History
Extensive touring history across the Midwest - 30+ shows since 2023
The Rex Theater
Morenci, MI
Tiki Hut Stage @ Summerfest
Milwaukee, WI
Cubby Bear
Chicago, IL
Magoos
Bedford Park, IL
The Irish Rebel
Oak Lawn, IL
The Forge
Joliet, IL
The Village Spirit Pub
Round Lake Beach, IL
Top Fuel Saloon
Braidwood, IL
Da Bar
with Oblivion Zero and Silence In Numbers
West Allis, WI
The Castle
with Oblivion Zero and Silence In Numbers
Beloit, WI
The Annex
with Oblivion Zero and Silence In Numbers
Madison, WI
WC Social Club
with City of the Weak
West Chicago, IL
WC Social Club
with The Almas
West Chicago, IL
Rochaus
with Plush
West Dundee, IL
New Mill Tap
with Embers Rise
Rockford, IL
The Drunken Donut
with Our Broken View and Spamicidal Jelly
Joliet, IL
Goodfellas Pub
with Would You Kindly?
Marshfield, WI
The Back Bar
with LockJaw
Janesville, WI
Rochaus
with From Ashes To Embers
West Dundee, IL
The W.C. Social Club
with Solar
West Chicago, IL
Alibi Pub and Grub
with Saint Tragedy and Apex Aura
Wonder Lake, IL
Whiskeys Roadhouse
Toys For Tots Fest
Rockford, IL
The W.C Social Club
with A Killer's Confession
West Chicago, IL
Screw City Tavern
with From Ashes To Embers and Discrepancies
Rockford, IL
Sammys Bar
with Prizmo Haze
Wonder Lake, IL
The Underground Lounge
with The Tragedies
Chicago, IL
301 Studios
with Yotuma and Cast In Fire
Portage, WI
Whiskeys Road House
Rockford, IL
The Back Bar
with Escape The Paradigm
Janesville, WI
The W.C. Social Club
with Icon For Hire
West Chicago, IL
Brauerhouse
with Ignescent
Lombard, IL
Whiskeys Roadhouse
with The Almas and Reign of Z
Rockford, IL
Upcoming Tours: Now Its Dark is actively planning small tours and working on new music. Stay connected through their social media for the latest tour announcements.
Professional Collaborations
Working with industry professionals
Tavis Stanley
Now Its Dark has been working extensively with renowned producer Tavis Stanley, known for his work with Art Of Dying, Saint Asonia, and Adelitas Way. This ongoing collaboration has elevated their sound and production quality across multiple singles.
Notable Works: Art Of Dying, Saint Asonia, Adelitas Way
Collaborations: "Bother Me" (2024), "Snow" (2024), "Elusive" (2024), "Shattered Glass and Broken Fingers" (2024), "Nymph" (2025)
Impact: Enhanced production quality and sound evolution across 5 singles
David Wolak & Marco Obaya
Their first full-length album "Notes of Agony" was created in collaboration with Grammy-nominated producer David Wolak and producer/engineer Marco Obaya. Wolak brings Grammy-nominated expertise from his work with Jesse Royal, while Obaya continues to handle recording and engineering for all their current releases.
David Wolak: Jesse Royal (Grammy nominated), The Shades Of Grey
Marco Obaya: Producer/Engineer - Album & ongoing singles
Collaboration: "Notes of Agony" Album (2023) + current recordings