Bayside epitomize the virtues of timeless, passionate rock of the highest order. A van accident while on tour took the life of drummer John "Beatz" Holohan in 2006 and left bassist Nick Ghanberian in hospital, Anthony Raneri and guitarist Jack O'Shea finished the tour as an acoustic duo, which led to the recording of "Bayside Acoustic", with guest Josh Caterer of The Smoking Popes filling in on bass. Now with drummer Chris Guglielmo taking their fallen drummers stool Raneri refocused his energies back on the music. "Bayside have re emerged stronger, with a commitment to creating the best possible music that reflects their journey through adversity. The Walking Wounded challenges the listener to move forward with a positive and ambitious outlook on life and is not confined to the boundaries that most bands set for themselves. Prepare to be surprised, the Walking Wounded is a revelation!