Over a Decade of Psychedelic Progressive Rock

Then, Now and Tomorrow.

Battling Delirium combines elements of progressive rock, metal, and classic rock to create a versatile and psychedelic sound. It is equal doses of mind and soul that make their songs so mezmirizing and emotional, but also intricate and technical. The story starts with four friends in Alabama finding an undeniable common-ship in music and arts. Front man, Andrew Overstreet, started this wild adventure in 1997 as a couch-hopping, jobless and drugged out teen. His drug influences kept him below conformity, while taking him above and beyond sober artistry. Now, grown-up and sober, he and new-comer, Michael Poling, decided to record and release their passion to the world. Original guitarist, Joe Silva and original bassist, Michael Edington, were invited back to share the dream. Battling Delirium is a mind altering powerhouse with progressive rock and classic rock influences. Drawing on their various musical, artistic and cultural backgrounds, Battling Delirium have truly reinvented ear candy for the masses.  

From it's inception (in it's naming) in 1998, Battling Delirium has gone through a neverending metamorphasis. It was originally named "Children of Delirium (1997)" with Eduardo Leon (Guitar, Now Frontman for Brown Kid), Jason Albright (Guitar), Michael Edington (Bass), one whos name we can't remember (Drums) and Andrew Overstreet (Vocals). In 1999 Andrew decided to take the project to Atlanta, Ga, where in 2000, the band (Andrew (Vocals), Ricky ? (Bass), Joe Sylva (Guitar) and Trey Billingsley (Drums) ) gained a shotty manager, "Joe the Shitbag," who took them all the way to commercial interest by Crysalis Records, Peavy and Jack Daniels. Under Joe's (Manager) reign, Battling Delirium appeared in New Orleans, LA to perform at the Playboy Mansion Mardi Gras Extravaganza. After several arguements with Crysalis, Peavy and Jack Daniels, who all wanted control of the band's image and sound, Andrew made an executive decision, "Fuck you, fuck you and fuck you too! I will never sign with a label now that I know how it all works." Joe (manager) was furious, yet begging for Andrew's consent. Andrew simply fired Joe (manager), packed up and went home. Nuff said about the beginning.  

Now, with it's roots planted, Battling Delirium has truly mastered both image and sound with a small but dedicated following. "We'll never be rock stars in the lime light. That's not what we want. However, I believe we will be remembered and honored as one of the most giving bands ever," explains Andrew, Deep South Music Interview, 2009. Andrew decided in 2010 that the digital version of the albums should be free to all. Andrew, "if they want the music...give it to them. If they want the album art, sell them the CD. I don't care as long as they listen to what I've created for them." How do they survive like this? Royalties from radio, commercial use, last.fm scrobbles and perseverance. Andrew simply leaves the band's success in the ears and actions of the fans. Albums "Natualdelia" and "Locust" grew rapid public response clear accross the globe and still find new ears everyday and with steady interest in the release of "Super Psychedelic Love Songs for the Dark Hearted," the music seams to be viral and addictive.  

What's next? A whole shit-load! New videos, a movie and of course future music endeavors.