Eyeshine - The Band

CRYSTAL: Bass - Back Vocals

Crystal Mesina is the newest member of Eyeshine, finding motivation from Funk and Spanish Music to form unique basslines rare to Modern Rock genres.

She was born in the San Fernando Valley and raised under specific family values which did not allow for a career in music. Despite this strict upbringing she still felt drawn to pursue the things she was not permitted.

At the age of 8, Crystal saw two females performing in a band and decided that one day she would do the same. She begged her parents to buy her a bass guitar but they refused, claiming it was a waste of time and money. Crystal then spent the next 2 years pulling weeds, putting shingles on a roof and saving allowances until she had acquired enough money to buy a bass guitar.

She joined a metal band at the age of 13 and began to teach herself how to play. To her advantage, the lead singer was a left handed guitarist, allowing her to read off his hand placement. Crystal continued to hone her skills and eventually became the substitute bassist for Eyeshine. In 2010, Crystal became the sole bassist.

Always open to learning different styles of music, Crystal gives life to her basslines.

FUN FACTS:

1. Loves Shrimp! Anything Shrimp!

2. A big fan of Flea, from The Red Hot Chili Peppers

3. Eats spicy things often: Spicy Mango, Spicy Beef Jerky, etc