Margin of Error

DESTROY.CREATE.REPEAT. RE-RELEASED 4 YEARS LATER

margin — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 17:14:17 +0000

Four years ago there was hype surrounding a record that was said to change the way people viewed the creative cycle. Margin of Error was a band that only underground industrial-metal fans had even heard of, yet even before its release, the fans knew that this record would be special. Destroy.Create.Repeat. set a new standard for what people should expect from a band. This self-released juggernaut boasted so much before it was even seen by the world. The music was one thing, but the imagery and conceptual continuity took this record to uncharted heights for an underground band from Cleveland, Ohio. ”I really wanted to create something that was more than a record,” said frontman Travis Meyers. ”It was our full length debut and I thought it was important to set the tone for what Margin of Error was capable of. The whole presentation of this record is what I am most proud of looking back on it 4 years later. The insert is a masterpiece of imagery that really reflects the creative cycle which is what the record is all about. Gone are the days of attention to detail and conceptual continuity and I am very proud to say that we were never a part of that decline.” One of the most interesting elements contained in this record beyond the songs, is the extremely recognizable imagery. The record had a style all its own in the midst of a time where everyone was trying to emulate the current trend. Destroy.Create.Repeat. is a concept record that I am sure many bands would love to call their debut, but only Margin of Error was capable of. It’s a bold, creative risk in a time where music was playing it safe. Four years later you can see what Margin of Error was trying to do, jolt life back into what had become of a once interesting and creative music scene. ”Look, if people want to look at what I do and think of this project as just a band, that’s fine,” continued Travis Meyers. The people who actually own our records, and follow what we do know that we have always been much more than that. Those fans keep me creating in this bleak and miserable time to be an artist. Thank you to the people who don’t settle for the current boring state of music, you guys have the ability to change things for the better.”

ORDER THE RE-RELEASE OF “DESTROY.CREATE.REPEAT.” HERE

PERFECTION LIES IN FINALITY – THE DEMISE PATTERN

margin — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 05:00:04 +0000

I come to you from an undisclosed location from no particular time or space. I’ve sat alone waiting for the perfect time and conditions to address all of you. The pews are filling and the time to grab your seat is now. As I look out into this world I recognize what it has taken and the ground I’ve stood to get to this point. I have shape-shifted and given my followers many gifts and tragedies along the way. I have revealed the creative cycle that was Destroy.Create.Repeat.. I tried to become human and show how the lines can blur when an artist takes things too far with What You Are About to Witness. I now realize that trying to be human was a mistake, because I am not. I also understand that this needed to occur so I could learn who my betrayers are. You tried to kill me, but on December 25th, 2011 my resurrection has begun. The Demise Pattern will be the perfect storm. It will complete the true trinity and will represent the third head. The forty legions are waiting to be called upon as repercussions will finally be handed out to the pathetic. I think the world has been waiting for someone to take action in an age where many are content to watch this meaningless shit take front stage. I am ready to take the vacant throne. I am ready to make promises and keep them to my followers. And we, together, will begin to rid the waste of the naysayers. Please do not mistake me for god as I will actually appear. The 1st Age is approaching as the black winged messengers have foretold a demise that I will lead.

Soon the transformation will be complete and the forty legions will be called upon. The next time you see me, you won’t recognize me.
Travis

“YOUR LIFE IN PLAYBACK” MUSIC VIDEO EARNS AWARD FROM FEARnet!

margin — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 19:53:40 +0000

Even long after the release of the controversial music video for “Your Life in Playback” it is still continuing to gain attention, this time in award winning fashion. FEARnet held their Best of 2011 Music Awards and Margin of Error landed the “Sickest” Music Video of the Year! ”It’s an honor to be among some of the top music of the year on FEARnet, said Travis Meyers. I’ve seen all the artists they cover from Cradle of Filth to Carnifex and we’re very proud to win such a fitting award for us. I want to thank my band and my good friend and director Steve Shilson for helping me to bring my vision to life in an extraordinary way. Lastly, I want to thank FEARnet for debuting this music video in its entirety when many other websites wanted to censor it.” You can check out the full article over at FEARnet below and check out what they had to say about “Your Life in Playback.”

Best of 2011: FEARnet Music Awards

THE 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF “WITNESS”

margin — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 20:31:37 +0000

On this day 2 years ago Margin of Error released a record titled “What You Are About to Witness” to the world. The album was a huge stepping stone for the band and people fully recognized that they are willing to push the envelope and not be bound by any genre. Going from a more industrial based metal project to showing a heavier side of what they’re capable of was something the entire band wanted to experiment with. ”I think some people think we turned our back on our old sound, but that wasn’t the case at all, said Travis Meyers. We thought this was our next step as a band toward finding the exact sound that makes us who we are. I think every time we create something new we are taking a risk. That’s what art is about, and that’s what we will always be about.” The controversy of this record helped it succeed, but the great reviews prove its a great record and why people are still talking about it 2 years later. The music video for “Your Life in Playback” had many sites who wanted to debut it, but wanted to censor parts of it in order to show it. Margin of Error wanted no part in the censorship even if it meant less publicity for the video. After the horror giant FEARnet got wind of the video, they wanted it and they wanted it in its violent entirety. Now two years after the release that shook up how people looked at Margin of Error the band will embark on their third record that has been titled, but beyond that no one knows much about. ”I think people have no idea what we’re going to do next based on our last two records, and I like that. We are capable of many faces and what is coming will be no different. Although we may contort and shape-shift, our formula is still the same and it always will be. People not hearing about the new record is not an accident. You will know more about the new record soon, and I assure you this will be the biggest thing we’ve ever done”, Travis added.

Buy “What You Are About to Witness” on iTunes
Buy “What You Are About to Witness” at our Official Store

THE TIME TO SUFFER TOUR BEGINS

margin — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 20:57:40 +0000

What You Are About to Witness has brought on many opinions since its November 2009 release. It has been called controversial. It has been called inventive and unique, but the overwhelming majority have declared it a solid step forward. The music video for the single Your Life in Playback even had to be debuted by the horror giant FEARnet after other websites refused to show it without censorship. Whether you love Margin of Error or hate them, the band is still standing independently after 5 plus years. Now they embark on their last few tour dates of the year celebrating the anniversary and saying farewell to their latest record What You Are About to Witness. “It’s a special time for the band right now because we and our fans get to connect with a lot of these songs for the last time in a live environment, said Travis Meyers. This record has been something that wouldn’t die as its continued to pick up steam and popularity long after its initial release. Now we get to give it a final farewell the way it should be given.” Rumors have already started to circulate on what is coming next for the band, as many fans cannot wait to see what Margin of Error has left in their bag of tricks. ”I’m not going to specifically address what is coming next yet beyond the record’s title which you already know, but I will say we have been building to this from the beginning. The conditions are almost right to reveal the final chapter of the trinity.”

Margin of Error has always stood up for their art whether the music world has agreed or not. Come out and help them celebrate Witness on these last few dates!

TIME TO SUFFER TOUR 2011 – A farewell to Witness
11/11/11 Gullifty’s Underground in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania – Doors at 8pm
11/18/11 The Phantasy in Lakewood, Ohio – Doors at 8pm
11/19/11 The Underground in Sandusky, Ohio – Doors at 8pm

NOIZZ WEBZINE AND TASTES LIKE ROCK WEIGH IN ON ‘WITNESS’

margin — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 05:18:16 +0000

Two new reviews on “What You Are About to Witness” have recently been published by Noizz Webzine and Tastes Like Rock Magazine. Noizz Webzine gave the concept record an 8/10 saying that ‘Witness’ is “Wicked, dirty, violent and disturbing.” Taste Like Rock Magazine also couldn’t resist the controversy as they talked about the record. “This album deserves the ‘Mature Content’ warning label, and this writer supposes the controversy it’s subject matter brings with it; though this reviewer applauds any band or artist that can make people think outside their self-imposed boxes. Even when that ‘outside’ is uncomfortable. The pacing is hard, fast, and lethal,” said Tastes Like Rock Magazine.

You can read both reviews fully at their respective websites.

“What You Are About to Witness” Reviewed by Noizz Webzine (please note that this review is in Spanish)

“What You Are About to Witness” Reviewed by Tastes Like Rock Magazine

NEW LIVE VIDEO OF “YOUR LIFE IN PLAYBACK” SURFACES

margin — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:28:21 +0000

A new live video of “Your Life in Playback” has been uploaded to Margin of Error’s YouTube account. The video was taken from a headlining show at The Underground in Sandusky, Ohio on June 18th, 2011. ”I think it’s nearly impossible to try to convey our live experience through a video online, said vocalist Travis Meyers. We are something you have to be there in person for to take in fully to understand why our show is so special.” The band takes a lot of pride in translating their record and concepts in the live environment. Check out the newest live video and see what you think.

Check out the live video on YouTube here.

Subscribe to Margin of Error’s YouTube Channel here.

MARGIN OF ERROR SCORES 10/10 FROM METAL BELIEVE REVIEW

margin — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 17:30:10 +0000

Even long after the blood has dried, our latest full length “What You Are About to Witness” is still continually peaking interest and getting attention from many wesbsites. The latest review comes in from Metal Believe and they have scored the record a full 10/10! It seems that our attention to detail, sound, and conceptual continuity did not go unnoticed. Here is an excerpt from the review. ”Insanity. Fear. Hatred. The end – not mine, yours. I’ll come for you even if it’s the last thing I do. – These are the only expressions and terms that can describe the sickness trapped in this record, my brain remaining unable to write down all the thoughts that cross my mind when listening to What You Are About To Witness.”

If you wish to read the full review please check out the link below.
Full Review of “What You Are About to Witness” at Metal Believe

If you wish to purchase our new cd you can do so here:
Margin of Error on iTunes
Margin of Error Official Store

MARGIN OF ERROR ADDED TO DIRTFEST 2011

margin — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 18:11:44 +0000

Margin of Error was recently chosen to play this years annual Michigan festival Dirt Fest. Dirt Fest 2011 is boasting many huge names in music including All That Remains, Alien Ant Farm, Times of Grace, Silverstein, Hawthorne Heights and more. Dirt Fest will take place at the Birch Run Expo Center in Birch Run, Michigan. The festival has grown immensely since its start in 1997 and attracts thousands every year. Margin of Error is set to bring its devastation to the Party Armor stage at 1:20 pm. “We’re really honored to be added to the Dirt Fest lineup, said Margin of Error vocalist Travis Meyers. We’re going to do everything we can to bring as much darkness to our 1:20 pm timeslot as possible.”

Dirt Fest will be held at the Birch Run Expo Center Lot in Birch Run, Michigan on Saturday, August 13th. Doors will open at 12pm. Make sure to show up early and catch Margin of Error on the Party Armor stage at 1:20pm.

TRAVIS BECOMES GUEST WRITER FOR FEARNET

margin — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 17:14:58 +0000

After Margin of Error released their latest record “What You Are About to Witness” based on the thought process of a serial killer (who video tapes his atrocities in a snuff-styled manner) the band has been getting attention from the horror giant FEARnet. The horror based website was the one who stepped up to exclusively premiere the band’s “Your Life in Playback” music video completely uncut in early April. The success of the video and the interest of FEARnet lead to a follow up interview with vocalist Travis Meyers where FEARnet found out how knowledgeable and passionate Travis is about horror films. After the details came out about Travis’ inspiration drawn from “snuff-styled” films the horror website jumped on the opportunity to give Travis a guest writing spot on his Top 5 Snuff-Horror Films of all time. Please take the time to check out some of the films who helped inspire Travis’ latest concept over on FEARnet. ”I was extremely honored to take this guest writing spot opportunity from FEARnet, said Travis Meyers. It feels like a match made in hell. I hope I can offer a different look into some lesser known films that the horror world may have looked over.”

Monsters Within: The Top Five Snuff-Horror Films by Travis Meyers