Heart Shaped Box erupts onto the stage like a seismic wave—raw, unfiltered, and unapologetically loud. The crowd, a sea of flannel and frenzy, instantly gets swept into the undertow of distortion and angst. Their frontman, with a tangle of long hair and a voice that cracks like splintered wood, sings not to the audience, but at the world—drenched in melancholy and rage. Every riff claws out of the grave of American youth culture, dragging the disenchanted and disillusioned along for the ride. The band doesn’t play songs—they detonate them, leaving fragments of noise and emotion scattered across the room.
There’s no polished banter, no choreographed lights—just feedback, sweat, and a reckless intimacy that makes it feel like this isn’t meant to last. The drummer pounds with the urgency of a runaway train, the bassist sways like a ghost tethered to a groove, and the frontman teeters between trance and torment. It’s beautiful in its ugliness, a performance stitched together by catharsis and chaos. Heart Shaped Box Here we are now, Entertain us.
PERFORMER BIO:
Mark McHone is a seasoned bassist from Jacksonville, Florida, with a diverse musical background spanning multiple genres and bands. He began playing bass at the age of 13 and has since toured nationally with various signed bands. During his academic years, McHone studied both double bass and electric bass, attending an arts school throughout middle and high school, and later continuing his musical education in college.
Throughout his career, McHone has been involved with over 30 bands, showcasing his dedication and versatility as a musician. His band credits include Last Chance, among others. Notably, he played with the band In Whispers, signed to Bieler Bros label, contributing to their single “Here I Stand,” which was featured in the NHL 2011 video game. In addition to his work with original bands, McHone has performed in cover bands that blend old country and punk rock influences. Beyond performing, McHone is committed to music education, offering bass lessons to younger students, particularly in response to budget cuts affecting school music programs. He emphasizes the importance of music in personal development, reflecting on his own experiences during his school years.
Will Allen-Johnson is a drummer whose passion for rhythm began at the age of three. Growing up with a drummer father, music was a constant presence in his life. He started playing drums in church as a child and quickly progressed, joining his school band as a percussionist. Notably, he made history in high school as the first freshman to secure a spot on the snare line of the drumline, competing in numerous school band competitions throughout his high school years.
At 17, Will began touring with bands, taking his drumming skills to a professional level. After high school, he joined the band Nothing Til Blood, recording three albums with them and securing a record deal with Facedown Records. This marked the beginning of his journey as a sought-after session drummer. Over the years, Will has played with a diverse range of artists, spanning various genres from pop and country to rock and reggae. His versatility has allowed him to work with numerous musicians, also serving as a music director for many of them. Today, Will continues to build on his rich musical legacy, thriving in the ever-evolving world of session work and live performance.
Adam Latiff is a Florida-based guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter whose career has spanned decades, genres, and continents. Starting out in 1989 inspired by the grit of Guns N’ Roses and the depth of grunge legends like Nirvana and Alice In Chains, Adam found his lane as a left-handed guitarist with a love for raw, honest sound. He cut his teeth in progressive rock and reggae with bands like Devereux and SWATT—projects that shaped his signature style: a big sound from tight-knit, three-piece setups.
He went on to tour internationally as rhythm guitarist and vocalist for Puddle of Mudd, sharing some of the world’s largest stages. Alongside that, he launched the long-running Nirvana tribute Heart Shaped Box, and today remains active in two original projects: Vanilla Women, a retro-charged rock band with modern punch, and Say Less, a genre-blending three-piece carrying the spirit of SWATT into a new era. For Adam, music is more than a path—it’s where he’s most alive.
Band Members
Will Johnson - Drums
Mark Mchone - Bass
Adam Latiff - Guitar/Vocals
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