The bands, which usually have about eight players, rely more on rhythm and volume.

The band relied on the use of both soprano vocals and death grunts.

Known locally as The Fray, the independent band relied on word-of-mouth during their early career.

The band has often relied on a list of substitutes including:

With frequent lineup changes, the band has relied more on the power of teamwork than on individual prowess.

The band relied heavily on low bass end sounds to create their low-fi, primitively-produced music.

The large number of instruments that some bands rely on in recording their studio albums can be a hindrance for live performances.

On previous recordings the band had relied more on sequencing than playing.

Crosby felt that the band should rely on self-penned material for their albums, rather than cover songs by other artists and writers.

Instead, the band relied upon standards or items that had been in Davis' live repertoire for several years.