As I Lay Dying at Hollywood Film Fest

Five years ago, Animals As Leaders guitarist Javier Reyes auditioned for Periphery. “He didn’t make the cut!” jokes lead guitarist Tosin Abasi. As he laughs and shakes his head, Reyes defends himself, “They were 20 years old, and I was 26. I...

About this interview In a 2008 Circa Survive interview with Ryan Minic of Ryan’s Rock Show, members Colin Frangicetto and Anthony Green reflect on the emotional, creative, and spiritual forces that have shaped their journey as a band. Speaking candidly, they dive deep...

There’s no doubt that Animals As Leaders have taken heavy music to a new plateau. What started out as Tosin Abasi’s outlet to express his creativity has turned into a global sensation, resonating in the bloodstream of today’s youth. But the road to...