Toronto hardcore band Grade comprised singer
Kyle Bishop, guitarists
Greg Taylor and
Shawn Magill, bassist
Matt Jones and Chris Danner. Issuing their debut EP Separate the Magnets in 1998, the group also earned notoriety opening bands including
Fugazi,
Jimmy Eat World and
the Promise Ring; upon signing to Victory Records, in 1999 Grade issued the single "Triumph and Tragedy," followed later that year by the full-length
Under the Radar. Embarrassing Past was issued in fall 2000 as well as a shift in band members.
Charles Moniz (drums) and
Brad Casarin (guitar) replaced Danner and Taylor in time for a sophomore effort, 2001's
Headfirst Straight to Hell. ~ Jason Ankeny