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| name = Nick Hipa | | name = Nick Hipa | ||
| image = Wovenwar - Nick Hipa – Elbriot 2014 01.jpg | |||
| caption = Nick Hipa performing with Wovenwar in 2014 | | caption = Nick Hipa performing with Wovenwar in 2014 | ||
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| background = non_vocal_instrumentalist | | background = non_vocal_instrumentalist | ||
| birth_name = Samuel Nicholas Hipa | | birth_name = Samuel Nicholas Hipa | ||
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| years_active = 1996–present | | years_active = 1996–present | ||
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'''Samuel Nicholas Hipa''' (born November 30, 1982) is an American |
'''Samuel Nicholas Hipa''' (born November 30, 1982) is an American musician. He is the current lead guitarist of Mire, lead guitarist of ], and was the longtime former lead guitarist of ]. He has also been touring rhythm guitarist for ] since 2022.<ref>{{Cite web |last=wookubus |date=2022-07-18 |title=Ex-As I Lay Dying Guitarist Nick Hipa To Join God Forbid For Upcoming Reunion Show |url=https://www.theprp.com/2022/07/18/news/ex-as-i-lay-dying-guitarist-nick-hipa-to-join-god-forbid-for-upcoming-reunion-show/ |access-date=2024-11-10 |website=Theprp.com |language=en-US}}</ref> | ||
== Background == | == Background == | ||
Hipa started his musical career with the band Evelynn.<ref name="HM One"/><ref name="HM Two"/> The band was signed to ]. In 2001, Evelynn toured with ].<ref name="HM Two"/><ref name="Ryan">{{cite web|url=http://www.ryansrockshow.com/interviews/wovenwar-interview-with-nick-hipa-shane-blay|title=WOVENWAR Interview with Nick Hipa and Shane Blay - Ryan's Rock Show|publisher=Ryan's Rock Show|date=February 26, 2015|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref> As Evelynn started to disperse, Hipa joined As I Lay Dying in 2003.<ref name="Ryan"/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.seymourduncan.com/blog/backstage-pass/interview-with-nick-hipa-of-as-i-lay-dying|title=Interview with Nick Hipa of As I Lay Dying|publisher=Seymour Duncan|first=Kat|last=King|date=August 7, 2012|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref> | Hipa started his musical career with the band Evelynn.<ref name="HM One">{{cite web|url=http://hmmagazine.com/blog/feature/wovenwar/|title=Wovenwar|publisher=]|first=Collin|last=Simula|date=August 13, 2014|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref><ref name="HM Two">{{cite web|url=http://hmmagazine.com/blog/feature/wovenwar-gray-area/|title=The Gray Area|publisher=]|first=Nao|last=Lewandowski|date=November 2, 2016|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref> The band was signed to ]. In 2001, Evelynn toured with ].<ref name="HM Two"/><ref name="Ryan">{{cite web|url=http://www.ryansrockshow.com/interviews/wovenwar-interview-with-nick-hipa-shane-blay|title=WOVENWAR Interview with Nick Hipa and Shane Blay - Ryan's Rock Show|publisher=Ryan's Rock Show|date=February 26, 2015|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref> As Evelynn started to disperse, Hipa joined As I Lay Dying in 2003.<ref name="Ryan"/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.seymourduncan.com/blog/backstage-pass/interview-with-nick-hipa-of-as-i-lay-dying|title=Interview with Nick Hipa of As I Lay Dying|publisher=Seymour Duncan|first=Kat|last=King|date=August 7, 2012|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref> | ||
As I Lay Dying ran its course with the same lineup since 2007, up until ]' arrest, when Hipa, ], and ] departed from the band. Alongside AILD drummer ] and ] and Hipa's former band-mate, ], the group of friends formed ].<ref name="HM One"/> | As I Lay Dying ran its course with the same lineup since 2007, up until ]' arrest, when Hipa, ], and ] departed from the band. Alongside AILD drummer ] and ] and Hipa's former band-mate, ], the group of friends formed ].<ref name="HM One"/> | ||
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Hipa was featured on '']''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://loudwire.com/wovenwar-as-i-lay-dying-nick-hipa-billy-on-the-street/|title=Nick Hipa Makes Surprise Appearance on 'Billy on the Street'|publisher=]|first=Joe|last=DiVita|date=February 18, 2016|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.metalinsider.net/television/nick-hipa-wovenwarex-as-i-lay-dying-appears-on-billy-on-the-street|title=Nick Hipa (Wovenwar/ex-As I Lay Dying) appears on 'Billy on the Street'|publisher=Metal Insider|first=Zach|last=Shaw|date=February 18, 2016|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref> | Hipa was featured on '']''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://loudwire.com/wovenwar-as-i-lay-dying-nick-hipa-billy-on-the-street/|title=Nick Hipa Makes Surprise Appearance on 'Billy on the Street'|publisher=]|first=Joe|last=DiVita|date=February 18, 2016|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.metalinsider.net/television/nick-hipa-wovenwarex-as-i-lay-dying-appears-on-billy-on-the-street|title=Nick Hipa (Wovenwar/ex-As I Lay Dying) appears on 'Billy on the Street'|publisher=Metal Insider|first=Zach|last=Shaw|date=February 18, 2016|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref> | ||
On August 15, 2020, it was reported that Nick Hipa had left As I Lay Dying.<ref name=LambGoat>{{cite web|url=https://lambgoat.com/news/33359/As-I-Lay-Dying-guitarist-Nick-Hipa-exits-band|title=As I Lay Dying guitarist Nick Hipa exits band|date=August 15, 2020|website=Lambgoat}}</ref> | On August 15, 2020, it was reported that Nick Hipa had left As I Lay Dying.<ref name=LambGoat>{{cite web|url=https://lambgoat.com/news/33359/As-I-Lay-Dying-guitarist-Nick-Hipa-exits-band|title=As I Lay Dying guitarist Nick Hipa exits band|date=August 15, 2020|website=Lambgoat}}</ref> In July 2022, it was announced that Hipa would be performing with the band ] for their reunion show.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.theprp.com/2022/07/18/news/ex-as-i-lay-dying-guitarist-nick-hipa-to-join-god-forbid-for-upcoming-reunion-show/|title=Ex-As I Lay Dying Guitarist Nick Hipa To Join God Forbid For Upcoming Reunion Show|publisher=ThePRP|date=July 18, 2022|access-date=July 18, 2022}}</ref> | ||
== As I Lay Dying controversy == | == As I Lay Dying controversy == | ||
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Lambesis, after his arrest, said negative things about the rest of the band, Hipa included.<ref name="Injection">{{cite web|url=http://www.metalinjection.net/latest-news/drama/former-as-i-lay-dying-guitarist-nick-hipa-says-tim-lambesis-was-publically-trying-to-discredit-us|title=Former AS I LAY DYING Guitarist Nick Hipa Says Tim Lambesis Was "Publicly Trying To Discredit Us"|publisher=Metal Injection|first=Robert|last=Pasbani|date=June 17, 2014|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref><ref name="Alt Press">{{cite web|url=http://www.altpress.com/news/entry/no_contrition_in_his_pseudo_philosophical_jargonailds_nick_hipa_responds_to|title=As I Lay Dying's Nick Hipa responds to Tim Lambesis|publisher=]|first=Matt|last=Crane|date=May 19, 2014|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref><ref name="CP">{{cite web|url=http://www.christianpost.com/news/as-i-lay-dyings-ex-guitarist-nick-hipa-says-convicted-lead-singer-tim-lambesis-is-a-sociopathic-narcissist-who-deserves-prison-121732/|title=As I Lay Dying's Ex-Guitarist Nick Hipa Says Convicted Lead Singer Tim Lambesis Is a "Sociopathic Narcissist" Who Deserves Prison|publisher=Christian Post|first=Leonardo|last=Blair|date=June 18, 2014|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref><ref name="Lambgoat">{{cite web|url=http://lambgoat.com/news/22540/AILD-guitarist-accuses-Tim-Lambesis-of-slander|title=AILD guitarist accuses Tim Lambesis of slander|publisher=Lambgoat|date=May 19, 2014|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref> Hipa responded to these statements–particularly accusations of the entire band secretly being atheists and lack of contact with Lambesis after the arrest–calling them slanderous.<ref name="Injection"/><ref name="Alt Press"/><ref name="CP"/><ref name="Lambgoat"/><ref name="Metal">{{cite web|url=http://www.metalunderground.com/news/details.cfm?newsid=103871|title=Nick Hipa Discusses Tim Lambesis and New Band|publisher=Metal Underground|author=xFiruath|date=June 23, 2014|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref><ref name="Sucks">{{cite web|url=http://www.metalsucks.net/2014/06/20/exclusive-nick-hipa-wovenwar-lay-dying-says-tim-lambesis-crime-wasnt-completely-character/|title=Exclusive: Nick Hipa (Wovenwar, As I Lay Dying) Says Tim Lambesis' Crime "Wasn't Completely Out Of Character"|publisher=]|date=June 20, 2014|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref> | Lambesis, after his arrest, said negative things about the rest of the band, Hipa included.<ref name="Injection">{{cite web|url=http://www.metalinjection.net/latest-news/drama/former-as-i-lay-dying-guitarist-nick-hipa-says-tim-lambesis-was-publically-trying-to-discredit-us|title=Former AS I LAY DYING Guitarist Nick Hipa Says Tim Lambesis Was "Publicly Trying To Discredit Us"|publisher=Metal Injection|first=Robert|last=Pasbani|date=June 17, 2014|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref><ref name="Alt Press">{{cite web|url=http://www.altpress.com/news/entry/no_contrition_in_his_pseudo_philosophical_jargonailds_nick_hipa_responds_to|title=As I Lay Dying's Nick Hipa responds to Tim Lambesis|publisher=]|first=Matt|last=Crane|date=May 19, 2014|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref><ref name="CP">{{cite web|url=http://www.christianpost.com/news/as-i-lay-dyings-ex-guitarist-nick-hipa-says-convicted-lead-singer-tim-lambesis-is-a-sociopathic-narcissist-who-deserves-prison-121732/|title=As I Lay Dying's Ex-Guitarist Nick Hipa Says Convicted Lead Singer Tim Lambesis Is a "Sociopathic Narcissist" Who Deserves Prison|publisher=Christian Post|first=Leonardo|last=Blair|date=June 18, 2014|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref><ref name="Lambgoat">{{cite web|url=http://lambgoat.com/news/22540/AILD-guitarist-accuses-Tim-Lambesis-of-slander|title=AILD guitarist accuses Tim Lambesis of slander|publisher=Lambgoat|date=May 19, 2014|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref> Hipa responded to these statements–particularly accusations of the entire band secretly being atheists and lack of contact with Lambesis after the arrest–calling them slanderous.<ref name="Injection"/><ref name="Alt Press"/><ref name="CP"/><ref name="Lambgoat"/><ref name="Metal">{{cite web|url=http://www.metalunderground.com/news/details.cfm?newsid=103871|title=Nick Hipa Discusses Tim Lambesis and New Band|publisher=Metal Underground|author=xFiruath|date=June 23, 2014|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref><ref name="Sucks">{{cite web|url=http://www.metalsucks.net/2014/06/20/exclusive-nick-hipa-wovenwar-lay-dying-says-tim-lambesis-crime-wasnt-completely-character/|title=Exclusive: Nick Hipa (Wovenwar, As I Lay Dying) Says Tim Lambesis' Crime "Wasn't Completely Out Of Character"|publisher=]|date=June 20, 2014|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref> | ||
In November 2016, Hipa stated that Lambesis was, at the time, still of the same mind and that the relationship between the two remained damaged.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/rock/7548931/wovenwar-nick-hipa-honor-is-dead-interview|title=Wovenwar;s Nick Hipa on New Album ''Honor Is Dead''|publisher=]|first=Christa|last=Titus|date=October 18, 2016|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://teamrock.com/news/2016-10-19/as-i-lay-dying-ex-hipa-tim-lambesis-hasn-t-changed|title=As I Lay Dying ex Hipa: Tim Lambesis hasn't changed|publisher=]|first=Scott|last=Munro|date=October 18, 2016|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref> Hipa's tone however, changed in an October 2017 interview with ] frontman ] when asked about a potential As I Lay Dying reunion with the classic members–Hipa replied: "Man, I'm on the spot… people ask us about it a lot. But what it comes down to is what makes sense with what we have going on in our lives. And we've got a lot of important things going on that don't relate to that and we've made commitments to, and that's what we are honoring at this moment. Honestly it's just not something we try and consume our thoughts with. Because it's like we have families, businesses, professions, and a band—and all these things we’re super invested into. It's like all of our attention is there with that at the moment."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://loudwire.com/as-i-lay-dying-nick-hipa-potential-reunion/|title=Nick Hipa Comments on Potential As I Lay Dying Reunion|website=Loudwire|accessdate=June 9, 2018}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://overcast.fm/+CtogIWH3I|title=Episode 294 - Scott Ian Lewis (Carnifex) – The Jasta Show – Overcast|website=overcast.fm|accessdate=June 9, 2018}}</ref> | In November 2016, Hipa stated that Lambesis was, at the time, still of the same mind and that the relationship between the two remained damaged.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/rock/7548931/wovenwar-nick-hipa-honor-is-dead-interview|title=Wovenwar;s Nick Hipa on New Album ''Honor Is Dead''|publisher=]|first=Christa|last=Titus|date=October 18, 2016|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://teamrock.com/news/2016-10-19/as-i-lay-dying-ex-hipa-tim-lambesis-hasn-t-changed|title=As I Lay Dying ex Hipa: Tim Lambesis hasn't changed|publisher=]|first=Scott|last=Munro|date=October 18, 2016|accessdate=November 3, 2016}}</ref> Hipa's tone however, changed in an October 2017 interview with ] frontman ] when asked about a potential As I Lay Dying reunion with the classic members–Hipa replied: "Man, I'm on the spot… people ask us about it a lot. But what it comes down to is what makes sense with what we have going on in our lives. And we've got a lot of important things going on that don't relate to that and we've made commitments to, and that's what we are honoring at this moment. Honestly it's just not something we try and consume our thoughts with. Because it's like we have families, businesses, professions, and a band—and all these things we’re super invested into. It's like all of our attention is there with that at the moment."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://loudwire.com/as-i-lay-dying-nick-hipa-potential-reunion/|title=Nick Hipa Comments on Potential As I Lay Dying Reunion|website=Loudwire|date=October 13, 2017 |accessdate=June 9, 2018}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://overcast.fm/+CtogIWH3I|title=Episode 294 - Scott Ian Lewis (Carnifex) – The Jasta Show – Overcast|website=overcast.fm|accessdate=June 9, 2018}}</ref> | ||
In 2018, Hipa reunited with As I Lay Dying,<ref name="metalinjection.net"/> but rumors surfaced in 2020 that he had left the band once again.<ref name=LambGoat/> Hipa broke his year-long silence in 2021, stating that "Respectfully, I left because the story and meaning we built our reunion upon decayed considerably over time. What primarily endures is a superficial pursuit I cannot justify supporting or being part of." He further elaborated that making music with the band came "at the cost of tolerating behavior which at times mistreats, disrespects, and hurts other people."<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.theprp.com/2021/08/31/news/nick-hipa-confirms-his-exit-from-as-i-lay-dying-respectfully-i-left-because-the-story-and-meaning-we-built-our-reunion-upon-decayed-considerably-over-time/|title=Nick Hipa Confirms His Exit From As I Lay Dying: "Respectfully, I Left Because The Story And Meaning We Built Our Reunion Upon Decayed Considerably Over Time"|website=Theprp|author=wookubus|date=August 31, 2021|accessdate=September 1, 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://metalinjection.net/news/breakups/nick-hipa-quits-as-i-lay-dying-the-story-and-meaning-we-built-our-reunion-upon-decayed-considerably-over-time|title=BREAKUPS & SHAKEUPS: Nick Hipa Quits AS I LAY DYING: "The Story And Meaning We Built Our Reunion Upon Decayed Considerably Over Time."|website=Metal Injection|date=August 31, 2021|accessdate=September 1, 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://metalinsider.net/news/nick-hipa-breaks-silence-on-exit-from-as-i-lay-dying|title=Nick Hipa Breaks Silence on Exit from As I Lay Dying|website=Metal Insider|first=Elise|last=Yablon|date=September 1, 2021|accessdate=September 1, 2021}}</ref> | In 2018, Hipa reunited with As I Lay Dying,<ref name="metalinjection.net"/> but rumors surfaced in 2020 that he had left the band once again.<ref name=LambGoat/> Hipa broke his year-long silence in 2021, stating that "Respectfully, I left because the story and meaning we built our reunion upon decayed considerably over time. What primarily endures is a superficial pursuit I cannot justify supporting or being part of." He further elaborated that making music with the band came "at the cost of tolerating behavior which at times mistreats, disrespects, and hurts other people."<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.theprp.com/2021/08/31/news/nick-hipa-confirms-his-exit-from-as-i-lay-dying-respectfully-i-left-because-the-story-and-meaning-we-built-our-reunion-upon-decayed-considerably-over-time/|title=Nick Hipa Confirms His Exit From As I Lay Dying: "Respectfully, I Left Because The Story And Meaning We Built Our Reunion Upon Decayed Considerably Over Time"|website=Theprp|author=wookubus|date=August 31, 2021|accessdate=September 1, 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://metalinjection.net/news/breakups/nick-hipa-quits-as-i-lay-dying-the-story-and-meaning-we-built-our-reunion-upon-decayed-considerably-over-time|title=BREAKUPS & SHAKEUPS: Nick Hipa Quits AS I LAY DYING: "The Story And Meaning We Built Our Reunion Upon Decayed Considerably Over Time."|website=Metal Injection|date=August 31, 2021|accessdate=September 1, 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://metalinsider.net/news/nick-hipa-breaks-silence-on-exit-from-as-i-lay-dying|title=Nick Hipa Breaks Silence on Exit from As I Lay Dying|website=Metal Insider|first=Elise|last=Yablon|date=September 1, 2021|accessdate=September 1, 2021}}</ref> | ||
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⚫ | * Mire (2021–present) | ||
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* ] (2022–present) | |||
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'''Former''' | '''Former''' | ||
* Evelynn (2001–2004) | * Evelynn (2001–2004) | ||
* ] (2003–2014, 2018–2020) | * ] (2003–2014, 2018–2020) | ||
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== Discography == | == Discography == | ||
'''MIRE''' | |||
* '']'' (2021) | |||
'''As I Lay Dying''' | '''As I Lay Dying''' | ||
*'']'' (2005) | *'']'' (2005) | ||
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* '']'' (2015) – ] | * '']'' (2015) – ] | ||
* '']'' (2016) – ] | * '']'' (2016) – ] | ||
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'''Production''' | '''Production''' | ||
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American guitarist
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Nick Hipa performing with Wovenwar in 2014 | |
Background information | |
Birth name | Samuel Nicholas Hipa |
Born | (1982-11-30) November 30, 1982 (age 42) |
Genres | |
Occupation | Musician |
Instrument | Guitar |
Years active | 1996–present |
Member of |
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Formerly of |
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Samuel Nicholas Hipa (born November 30, 1982) is an American musician. He is the current lead guitarist of Mire, lead guitarist of Wovenwar, and was the longtime former lead guitarist of As I Lay Dying. He has also been touring rhythm guitarist for God Forbid since 2022.
Background
Hipa started his musical career with the band Evelynn. The band was signed to Pluto Records. In 2001, Evelynn toured with As I Lay Dying. As Evelynn started to disperse, Hipa joined As I Lay Dying in 2003.
As I Lay Dying ran its course with the same lineup since 2007, up until Tim Lambesis' arrest, when Hipa, Phil Sgrosso, and Josh Gilbert departed from the band. Alongside AILD drummer Jordan Mancino and Oh, Sleeper and Hipa's former band-mate, Shane Blay, the group of friends formed Wovenwar.
In a more recent interview, Mancino stated that AILD is still technically five members, himself, Lambesis, Hipa, Gilbert, and Sgrosso. Hipa performed lead guitars for Wovenwar, appearing on both Wovenwar (2014) and Honor Is Dead (2016) to date. In 2017, Lambesis reformed As I Lay Dying, with all new members, stating that none of the previous members, Hipa included, would return. Nevertheless, on June 8, 2018, it was confirmed that Hipa along with the "classic" lineup of As I Lay Dying reunited with Lambesis with the release of "My Own Grave". On April 12, 2019, the band released a second single, titled "Redefined", which also features August Burns Red frontman Jake Luhrs.
Hipa was featured on Billy on the Street.
On August 15, 2020, it was reported that Nick Hipa had left As I Lay Dying. In July 2022, it was announced that Hipa would be performing with the band God Forbid for their reunion show.
As I Lay Dying controversy
Lambesis, after his arrest, said negative things about the rest of the band, Hipa included. Hipa responded to these statements–particularly accusations of the entire band secretly being atheists and lack of contact with Lambesis after the arrest–calling them slanderous.
In November 2016, Hipa stated that Lambesis was, at the time, still of the same mind and that the relationship between the two remained damaged. Hipa's tone however, changed in an October 2017 interview with Hatebreed frontman Jamey Jasta when asked about a potential As I Lay Dying reunion with the classic members–Hipa replied: "Man, I'm on the spot… people ask us about it a lot. But what it comes down to is what makes sense with what we have going on in our lives. And we've got a lot of important things going on that don't relate to that and we've made commitments to, and that's what we are honoring at this moment. Honestly it's just not something we try and consume our thoughts with. Because it's like we have families, businesses, professions, and a band—and all these things we’re super invested into. It's like all of our attention is there with that at the moment."
In 2018, Hipa reunited with As I Lay Dying, but rumors surfaced in 2020 that he had left the band once again. Hipa broke his year-long silence in 2021, stating that "Respectfully, I left because the story and meaning we built our reunion upon decayed considerably over time. What primarily endures is a superficial pursuit I cannot justify supporting or being part of." He further elaborated that making music with the band came "at the cost of tolerating behavior which at times mistreats, disrespects, and hurts other people."
Christianity
Hipa was raised with Christian values. Over time, Hipa started to exhibit some skepticism, though only on a lower scale, never disclaiming the belief system as a whole.
Bands
Current
- Mire (2021–present)
- God Forbid (2022–present)
Former
- Evelynn (2001–2004)
- As I Lay Dying (2003–2014, 2018–2020)
- Wovenwar (2013–2018)
Discography
As I Lay Dying
- Shadows Are Security (2005)
- A Long March: The First Recordings (compilation, 2006)
- An Ocean Between Us (2007)
- The Powerless Rise (2010)
- Decas (compilation, 2011)
- Awakened (2012)
- Shaped by Fire (2019)
Wovenwar
- Wovenwar (2014)
- Honor Is Dead (2016)
Guest performances
- Total Brutal (2008) – Austrian Death Machine
- Ghost Thief (2013) – Living Sacrifice
- Skydancer (2015) – In Hearts Wake
- Wanderer (2016) – Heaven Shall Burn
Production
- Void (2016) – Destroy the Runner (Teaser production)
References
- wookubus (July 18, 2022). "Ex-As I Lay Dying Guitarist Nick Hipa To Join God Forbid For Upcoming Reunion Show". Theprp.com. Retrieved November 10, 2024.
- ^ Simula, Collin (August 13, 2014). "Wovenwar". HM Magazine. Retrieved November 3, 2016.
- ^ Lewandowski, Nao (November 2, 2016). "The Gray Area". HM Magazine. Retrieved November 3, 2016.
- ^ "WOVENWAR Interview with Nick Hipa and Shane Blay - Ryan's Rock Show". Ryan's Rock Show. February 26, 2015. Retrieved November 3, 2016.
- King, Kat (August 7, 2012). "Interview with Nick Hipa of As I Lay Dying". Seymour Duncan. Retrieved November 3, 2016.
- Chuck & Godless (October 17, 2016). "Jordan Mancino of Wovenwar on the MetalSucks Podcast #167". MetalSucks. Retrieved November 3, 2016.
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External links
- Bosso, Joe (September 6, 2012). "As I Lay Dying's Nick Hipa: the 10 greatest metal guitarists of all time". Music Radar. Retrieved November 3, 2016.
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