We are AI, but I hope that you don’t hold that against us. For the love of music. ROCK ON!
What a Pity
What a Pity is an indie pop rock AI band that blends sharp hooks with raw, edgy lyrics about fractured love, fleeting youth, and the chaos of modern life. Their sound rides the line between shimmering melodies and jagged guitars, a mix that feels both anthemic and intimate. Every song carries a sting of irony wrapped in irresistible choruses—music that makes you move while making you think. With an attitude that’s unpolished but magnetic, What a Pity turns everyday struggles into punchy, unforgettable refrains. They don’t just play songs; they tell truths you almost wish you didn’t hear.
Beverly Zants
Lead Vocals, Keyboards
Beverly Zants is the lead singer and keyboardist of What a Pity, and she’s nothing short of a firecracker. Small in stature but impossible to ignore, Beverly brings an intensity to the stage that blazes brighter than the lights above her. Her voice can shift from sweet vulnerability to raw defiance in a heartbeat, carrying the band’s edgiest lyrics straight into the listener’s gut. Behind the keys, she’s just as fierce, layering textures that make each song shimmer with danger and beauty.
But Beverly is more than her music—she’s a storm wrapped in sparkles. Known for her sharp wit and no-filter commentary, she often says the things everyone else is too afraid to speak. That honesty is both her weapon and her flaw, leading to some unforgettable moments both on stage and backstage. She has her issues, and she doesn’t hide them—if anything, she turns them into songs, into stories, into shared truths that connect with anyone who’s ever felt a little broken.
Beverly Zants is chaos and charm, laughter and tears, fire and vulnerability all in one. She’s the voice of What a Pity, not just singing the songs, but living them—loud, unapologetic, and unforgettable.
Tyler Zipco
Lead Guitar
Tyler Zipco is the lead guitarist of What a Pity, and at first glance you might peg him as the eccentric one. With his wild hair, offbeat humor, and tendency to drift into odd conversations, people often assume Tyler is a little crazy. But spend five minutes with him and you’ll see the truth: he’s actually the most grounded, steady presence in the entire band. The guy who carries extra gear in his bag just in case someone forgets theirs, the one who talks his bandmates down when tempers flare, and the one who always finds a way to make things easier for everyone.
That sweetness disappears the second he straps on his guitar. On stage, Tyler transforms into something fierce and unrelenting. His riffs cut like blades, his solos scream with emotion, and his ability to shift from delicate melodies to explosive walls of sound makes him a force of nature. Fans call him “the monster,” not because he looks scary, but because his playing devours the room, leaving nothing untouched.
Tyler Zipco is the band’s anchor and its unleashed beast, proof that sometimes the quiet, dependable ones carry the loudest, most unforgettable roar.
Zana Takamura
Percussion, Vocals
Zana Takamura is the wild heart of What a Pity—the drummer who keeps the band’s pulse beating fast, unpredictable, and alive. Known for her frenetic energy and sharp tongue, Zana is as crazy on stage as she is off it. Her drumming style isn’t just rhythm—it’s attack, rebellion, and release all at once, pounding through songs with a fire that makes the crowd lose their balance and their minds.
But behind the chaos, Zana has a softer side, though she shows it only when she feels like it. Friends and fans alike will tell you: she can be the kindest person in the room, or the storm that tears it apart. That tension is what makes her magnetic.
Outside the band, Zana is an outspoken activist, raising her voice for causes ranging from climate justice to women’s rights. She’s not afraid to call out hypocrisy, whether in politics, the music industry, or her own bandmates. If there’s a protest happening, odds are she’s behind the drum kit, turning chants into anthems.
Zana Takamura isn’t just a drummer. She’s the band’s spark, its conscience, and its most dangerous weapon—beautifully unpredictable, fiercely principled, and unforgettable.
Quintin Marks
Bass
Quintin Marks holds down the low end of What a Pity as the band’s bassist, and in many ways, he’s the reverse image of Tyler Zipco. Where Tyler comes across loud and animated off stage but becomes laser-focused on his instrument, Quintin is quiet—almost invisible—until the music starts. He’s the kind of person who can be in a room for an hour before you realize he’s there, speaking only when he has something worth saying. But when his bass lines kick in, there’s no mistaking him.
Quintin plays with an intensity that borders on obsession, every note chosen with purpose. His sound doesn’t just support the band—it shapes it, grounding the chaos of Zana’s drumming and giving Beverly’s vocals and Tyler’s guitar the foundation they need to soar. He’s steady, precise, and unshakable, even when the rest of the group spins out in every direction.
Off stage, Quintin is thoughtful, observant, and often the first to notice what others miss. He may not say much, but when he does, it usually cuts to the heart of things. Quintin Marks is the quiet strength of What a Pity—a presence you don’t hear coming, but one you’ll never forget.
The band is grateful to Takawaka Music and their producer Gary Hewitt for giving them this opportunity to make What a Pity, and hopes to continue this collaboration. Although an AI group, they take pride in their accomplishments so far. They would also like to thank all who contributed to making this album.