1) Homage consisted of Chris "Stu" Stewart (drums/vocals), Mark Denato (guitar), and Paul Arciere (bass). The combination of Stewart's powerful yet steady drums, Denato's scorching guitars, and Arciere's nimble basslines set a heavy yet melodic backdrop for Stewart's intelligent and reflective lyrics told through his rough vocals (channeling shades of Layne Staley and Chris Cornell). The band was a local phenomenon in central New Jersey for years until a combination of mishaps and family obligations forced Homage to disband.