Gland

Biography

Gland is a hard rock and glam metal band known for channeling the decadent spirit of 1980s rock. The group was formed in 2007 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, when a group of friends, inspired by the energy and style of classic glam metal, decided to recreate the era's sound and spectacle. Their debut performance at Riders Saloon was met with enthusiastic support, prompting the band to continue and expand their lineup.

Initially a five-piece ensemble, Gland added a keyboardist in 2013, solidifying their six-member configuration. Their musical style is rooted in the glam metal tradition, characterized by catchy hooks, powerful guitar riffs, and theatrical stage presence. Drawing inspiration from legendary acts like Aerosmith, Alice Cooper, Cheap Trick, Kiss, The New York Dolls, and Van Halen, Gland has become a staple in the Midwest live music scene, performing high-energy shows that celebrate the glam metal legacy. Over nearly two decades, they have built a reputation for delivering authentic and entertaining tributes to the genre's heyday, keeping the spirit of 80s hard rock alive for new generations.

Fun Facts

• Gland was formed after a spontaneous conversation among friends at a bar about their love for 80s rock.
• Their debut show was on a Tuesday night, an unusual choice that still drew a large, enthusiastic crowd.
• The band expanded from five to six members with the addition of a keyboardist in 2013, enhancing their sound.
• Gland is known for elaborate costumes and stage theatrics, echoing the glam metal era's visual flair.

Musical Connections

Mentors/Influences

• Aerosmith - Major stylistic influence, inspiring the band's approach to hard rock and showmanship. (General influence, no direct collaboration.) [1970s–present (influence ongoing)]
• Kiss - Influenced Gland's theatrical stage presence and glam metal sound. (General influence, no direct collaboration.) [1970s–present (influence ongoing)]

Key Collaborators

• Original Gland Band Members - Founding members and ongoing bandmates, performing together since 2007. (Live performances, local shows.) [2007–present]
• Keyboardist (added in 2013) - Expanded the band's sound and lineup. (Live performances since 2013.) [2013–present]

Artists Influenced

• Local Midwest Cover Bands - Inspired other regional acts to revive and perform glam metal classics. (Live shows, tribute acts.) [2010s–present]

Discography

Albums

Top Tracks

1. Yankee Rose (Eat 'Em and Smile)
2. Just Like Paradise (Skyscraper)
3. Just a Gigolo / I Ain't Got Nobody - 45 Version
4. A Lil' Ain't Enough (A Little Ain't Enough)
5. California Girls (Crazy from the Heat)
6. Goin' Crazy (Loco del Calor) (Eat 'Em and Smile)
7. Ladies' Nite in Buffalo? (Noche de Ronda en la Ciudad) (Eat 'Em and Smile)
8. Tobacco Road (La Calle del Tabaco) (Eat 'Em and Smile)
9. Yankee Rose
10. Shyboy (Timido) (Eat 'Em and Smile)

External Links

• Spotify
• MusicBrainz