Career
Gant is most recognized for his association with the band. In the late 1980s, Gant entered the local music scene with hard rock band Drastic Measures. During Gant"s tenure with Drastic Measures, one full length album and one demo were released.
In 1989, Gant was recruited by Chris Bombeke to play guitar with.
However, shortly after doing a series of shows and recording several songs with, Gant auditioned and was hired to play for the thrash metal band. In 1990, 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,, and the live album Wrecking Your Neck.
Gant appeared in several music videos featured on Music Television, including the thrash metal anthem "Horrorscope." In 1995, Gant and Cannavino both left.
After leaving, Gant"s involvement in the music industry evolved beyond being just a guitar player. Gant currently plays, engineers, and produces music in several bands, including his experimental music project In 2001, released Bludgeoning Timbre and in 2003, Null Evil.
In 2009, Gant also laid down several guitar tracks for New Jersey band, Dearly Beloved.
In June 2009, "" released a new album, Instruments of Death, featuring Gant on four previously unreleased tracks recorded in 1990. He owns & operates a music learning center & recording studio in his hometown.
Gant also teaches Audio Engineering at Cumberland County College.