The band has been on and off since it formed. Its future now seems uncertain due to drummer Dave Lombardo now returning as a full-time member of Slayer and the death of [[Gus Chambers]].
==Bio==
Then Ex-Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo put Grip Inc. together in the mid-'90s after leaving one of metal's most successful acts in order to better manage his personal life and expand his creative possibilities. Lombardo was idolized by fans and musicians in awe of the power, speed, and control he exhibited on the drum kit while with Slayer, and the more dynamic but still quite heavy music of Grip Inc. only enhanced the drummer's reputation as a true metal virtuoso. While Grip Inc. is clearly led by Lombardo, the group's records are much more than the percussion exercises some listeners might expect. Vocalist Gus Chambers and guitarist/producer Waldemar Sorychta each play essential roles in the band's creative process and manage never to get overrun on record by Lombardo's unstoppable, massive drumming. The group debuted in 1995 on Metal Blade Records with the release Power of Inner Strength. The most relentless collection of their career, this first offering displayed Lombardo's musical depth and commitment to power, while his band mate's (including bassist Jason Viebrooks) deftly rode Lombardo's rhythmic wave like surfers gliding over gushing molten rock.
Grip Inc. followed up Power of Inner Strength with Nemesis in 1997. This follow-up definitely followed the formula established two years earlier, but with some added progressive flavor and a few quieter moments. In 1999, bassist Stuart Caruthers replaced Viebrooks and Solidify was released featuring the updated lineup. Aptly titled, the group's third disc is perhaps their most accomplished and ambitious work. Solidify certainly furthered Grip Inc.'s trend toward more progressive and exotic rhythms, structures, and instrumentation, while never compromising intensity. Sorychta's producing efforts on each of the three recordings deserves special mention. The guitarist's blistering riffs are equaled if not eclipsed by his impressive tones and mixes that have a strengthening affect on the group's aggressive metal.
Waldemar and Gus stopped feeling "hungry" to create and Dave Lombardo left the group later on to reunite with Slayer in 2002 luckily that did not spell the end for Grip Inc. as they regrouped in 2004 to record what could possibly be the best album of their career Incorporated. It still carries the unique vibrant original vibe of Solidify however traces of influence from all their albums can be found. All done with the raw sound analog Incorporated is crushing and in your face but with a quality that any listener can appreciate. With their commitment to musical growth and artistic integrity they will always be remembered by their core fanbase as one of the greatest musical acts of all time of any genre.
Gus Chambers was found dead on 13 October 2008, his untimely death shocked and upset many fans. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest front man and lyricist of all time.
<!---In 1993, Lombardo formed Grip Inc. with Voodoocult guitarist [[Waldemar Sorychta]].
The pair recruited bassist Jason Viebrooks and vocalist Gus Chambers to complete the line-up, releasing their debut record in 1995. Entitled ''[[Power of Inner Strength]]'', the album was distributed via California-based label [[Metal Blade Records]]. Prior to the album's release Lombardo described leaving Slayer as a career low, because he did not know what type of music to play.
The band released ''[[Nemesis (album)|Nemesis]]'' in 1997.
Bassist Viebrooks left the band and was replaced by Stuart Caruthers in 1999. With a new bassist, the band released ''[[Solidify]]'' that same year.--->
==Current Line-up ?==
*'''[[Gus Chambers]]'''
- (1958 – 13 October 2008) took over vocals in Coventry Punk band ''Squad'' (formed late 1977) from Terry Hall (who left to form ''The Specials''). They released their first single ''Red Alert'' in 1978. Terry Hall had helped pen several of the tracks on the first single before he left.
Chambers later went on to form ''Grip Inc''. in 1993 as well as ''Squad 21'' and ''Squealer A.D.'' He died on 13 October 2008 of an apparent suicide.
*'''Chaz Grimaldi'''- played bass for the band, he is - currently with ''The Steve Grimmett Band'' & ''Isolation'' in the U.K. He was with Baltimore band ''Unbroken'' from October 2004 to January 2008. *'''Bobby Gustafson'''- played guitar for the group before it really got going. There was a demo sample offered in 1993 for free that included Gustafson.
*'''Jason Viebrooks'''- played bass before his departure. He is - currently playing bass with Cincinnati outfit ''Lorenzo''.
*'''Stuart Carruthers'''- player for the band and is bass- currently playing bass with Vancouver, Canada's 'Golers''.==releases==*1995: ''[[Power of Inner Strength]]''*1997: ''[[Nemesis (album)|Nemesis]]'Golers'*1999: ''[[Solidify (Grip Inc.album)|Solidify]]''*2004: ''[[Incorporated (album)|Incorporated]]''
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