About Mere Civilians

We have set out not to be in any particular genre. We create what comes to mind at that time. We don't want to be produced in the never ending sound alike sound. The production of songs these days make all songs sound like the same group.

Eric and Tim met at Iowa State University in the dorms and formed a few cover bands. (Risk 1992-1996, Naked Pancake 1996-1997, Slow Children 1997-1998) Gary is a brother of a friend of Tim's. He was introduced to Tim and began jamming. He fell right into cover mix at the time. After many member changes the three remaining decided to do original music. During 1998 and 1999 a four song demo went over well. This was soon followed by the first cd release CIVILIZED in 2000.
The internet was just begining to set forth in the music industry. We have had nice success with fans, hits, and sales.
Due to job changes Gary and Eric were forced to move from Ames in 2002.
In 2008, Tim asked Gary and Eric if they would be intereseted in doing a long distance cd. They agreed and we will soon be relaeasing RECREATION our second cd.

Band Members