Panic Attack

About The Band

"Panic Attack is one group that is not only growing by leaps and bounds in their own music, but also helping open up St. Louis to a broad new music scene."
- St. Louis Magazine

Lisa Huffman

Lisa Huffman - Vocals & Rhythm Guitar

Lisa is the voice of Panic Attack. Often compared to both Natalie Merchant and the legendary Janis Joplin, Lisa's energy and versatile vocal talent make her a captivating presence on stage.

A songwriter for over ten years, Lisa's early songs were written acoustically and sung solo. Through her early collaborations with Scott Dippel, Panic Attack was born.

A St. Louis native and the quintessential rock chick, Lisa also enjoys her Mustang, softball, foosball, and hanging out with her dogs Rodney and Ginger.

Lisa's gear:
* Fender guitars
* Marshal amps
* Shure Beta wireless mics

lisa@panicattackmusic.com

Scott Dippel

Scott Dippel -
Lead Guitar

Scott is a native of St. Louis and co-founder of Panic Attack. The band's main riff maker, Scott's unique playing style incorporates thick layers of guitar harmonies that help define the Panic Attack sound.

A guitar player for over seventeen years, he has played with many other successful St. Louis bands, and is a respected musician in the local music scene. Scott is also a talented sound engineer, and has recorded several demo CDs for local, up-and-coming bands.

Scott rarely puts down his guitar, but when he does, he enjoys his massive DVD collection and driving the local pawn shop circuit looking for the golden buy.

Scott's gear:
* Marshall amps
* Gibson and Hamer guitars
* The nicest pedalboard in town

scott@panicattackmusic.com

Scott Nickell

Scott Nickell -
Drums

A native of St. Louis, Scott Nickell is the newest member of Panic Attack. Inspired by his father, Scott began playing the drums at the age of ten.

Scott has played in a number of local St. Louis bands over the years, and is an accomplished drum instructor. His fresh and high-powered sound has added a new twist to many of the band's classics, and created a solid rhythm section for the band's new material.

When not indulging in his passion for music, Scott enjoys playing his Xbox 360 and is an undefeated pinball wizard.

Scott's gear:
* Six-piece transparent cherry red Mapex Saturn Pro
* Zildjian cymbals

ska_d@panicattackmusic.com

Greg Coan

Greg Coan -
Bass Guitar

Born in Silver Spring, Maryland, Greg played in bands in New England, Maryland, and St. Louis before joining Panic Attack in early 2003.

Influenced by legends including Steve Harris, Geddy Lee, and Chris Squire, Greg's tight and visceral bass adds subtle layers to the band's sound. During the recording of the band's upcoming album, Broken Girl, Greg also collaborated with the band to add subtle synth textures on select tracks for the first time in the band's history.

Greg is also an accomplished photographer who enjoys traveling, Godzilla, foosball, and MST3K.

Greg's gear:
* Lakland bass guitars
* SanaAmp preamp, Bergantino cabs
* Apple computers and Logic Studio

greg@panicattackmusic.com