Merritt Gant
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Merritt Gant, born February 18, 1971 in Millville, New Jersey. In 1990, the metal band Overkill held auditions to replace departing guitarist Bobby Gustafson. Gustafson was replaced by two guitarists, Rob Cannavino and Merritt Gant. From 1990 to 1995, Gant toured and recorded on the albums Horrorscope, I Hear Black, W.F.O., and the live album Wrecking Your Neck. Gant appeared in several music videos featured on MTV, including the speed metal anthem "Horrorscope." In 1995, Gant and Cannavino both left Overkill.
Prior to joining Overkill, Gant played with local New Jersey bands Drastic Measures and "Faith or Fear". After leaving Overkill, his involvement in the music industry evolved beyond the role of musician. Currently he produces and creates music with his experimental collaborative music project Blood Audio. Gant is also currently sought out as an accomplished repairman and restorer of vintage and modern electric and acoustic guitars and other stringed instruments.
