Pool of Radiance was started by Mike Smith on 1/17/2009. This was a thought of his to become the next big screamo band in Maine or even the Nation. Mike was going to have this be a solo project, but as he thought about it he figured a band would be better as we could play live shows as a band. Mike then recruited his friend of 3 1/2 years Sky Critchfield to play Drums. He also recruited his friend of 2 years Steve Wiley to be their guitarist. From there they got their first gig, which they have been practicing for as much as possible, as a group, and as individuals. Mike has some nasty screams and vocals, Sky has some nasty drumming going on, and Steve is a great guitarist for lead or rhythym, and is great at playing hard songs. All together they form Pool of Radiance. So far they have gotten great reviews for the demos they have up, and they will hopefully continue to grow as a group as time goes on.