Band Of The Week: 2012

Monday, November 19, 2012

High Hopes

High Hopes is a pop punk band hailing from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada that formed in late July of 2011. With members Joel Cossette (vocals), Casey Long-Read (guitar/vocals), Andyy Coulic (bass), and Ryan Regier (drums) the band began by creating an online buzz by releasing digital singles followed by a Canadian tour. After this they filmed a music video for their latest single "Overweight Body" that has been featured all around the web including on Bryan Stars' youtube channel.

They are currently working on a debut EP and opening for bands like The New Cities. High Hopes is a pop punk band that has songs you just can't seem to ever get out of your head. Check out one of my favourite songs from the band, "Star Wars & Poetry"

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Monday, November 12, 2012

Jocelyn

Jocelyn is a brand new pop/rock band hailing from Iowa City, Iowa. If you're a fan of Yellowcard, Cartel, or The Dangerous Summer you should definitely give them a listen. They are currently following The Rock Show At The End Of The World Tour, which is how we found out about them. They just recently finished recording their new EP "To You And Yours" which they released on June 3. You can pick up that right here, something I highly recommend you do. With members Landen Boyer, Alex Wiese, and Steve Lydick they are taking the pop rock music scene by storm. Check them out and spread the word around to your friends, neighbours, hell to anyone who will listen.

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Oh and text them at (319) 804 9727, yes I did say text them. This is a fan line so that any fan can text or call them, they will answer anyone that does.

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Late Nite Reading

Late Nite Reading is a pop-punk band hailing from Indianapolis, IN. The band is on the younger side of the spectrum but their songs will hook you with their mature pop sound. The just released a new EP "Dedicated to Deadlines" and are currently on the BryanStars Tour along with Farewell, My Love, CatchingYourClouds, and Rocky Loves Emily.

The band started way back in the summer of 2009 when friends, Brady (Bassist) and Dalton (Vocals), talked about starting a pop-punk band together. The idea took of and they immediately started to write songs and recruit a drummer (Drew) as well as a lead guitarist (Clayton). Pretty soon in the summer of 2010 they released their first EP containing 5 songs, "Cycles and Sounds". Since then they have grown in a more mature sound that you can see on their newest EP "Dedicated to Deadlines". Make sure you check their music out and see if the BryanStars Tour is coming near you!

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Thursday, November 1, 2012

Static Sound

Static Sound is a band hailing from Chicago that sounds like The Black Keys, Audioslave, and Soundgarden. Consisting of member Tony Pacheco, Lenny Cabrera, Tony Martinez, and Tony Salinas they don't mess around. They are hardworking family guys who love to play live. Static Cloud is not constricted by a set genre, if they like it they sure as hell will play it. Give them a listen, you won't regret it.

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Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Lights Over Bridgeport

Lights Over Bridgeport is a rock band formed by friends John Hamlin, Kevin Jamroz, Miko Ramirez, and Kurt Miller. The four of them grew up on punk rock and metal which influenced them into starting a band of the own. Hailing from Chicago this band is writing music that will inspire anyone that listens to make a better life for themselves and those they care for. Lights Over Bridgeport is currently signed to Stayposi Records

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Stayposi Records

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Shoulder The Blame

Shoulder The Blame, hailing from Hamilton-Ontario, formed and played together since October 2011. With member Devon Bristo (vox/guitar), Mike Richardson (lead guitar), Jeremy Butler (guitar), Terry Bagnell (drums), and Jakob Backstrom (bass) they are playing whatever the hell the want to because labels can't tell them what to do. So you should definitely check them out!

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Thursday, October 25, 2012

Meaning In Masterpiece

Meaning In Masterpiece is a rock band hailing from Orange County, CA consisting of Devin Perkins (vocals/guitar), Aaron Casanova (drums/percussion), Ira George (lead guitar), and Christian Lee (bass/vocals). In 2009 the band started as an acoustic duo but after playing a few shows and releasing an acoustic EP they decided to take it one step further. They dropped their first LP, "Sinking Cars", in November 2011 after revamping their sound. Meaning In Masterpiece has toured with bands like The Story So Far, This Time Next Year, Set Your Goals, and many others, which has helped them make a name for themselves.

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Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Dear You

Dear You is a pop/punk/rock band from Beaumont, Texas. With members Chris Roach (vocals/guitar), Mason McDonald (vocals/bass), Danny Davis (guitar), and Louis Moore (drums) they are catching the attention of music lovers everywhere. Currently unsigned the band has released three singles and an EP. In 2011 they released the singles "If You Ask Me To" and "The Way That You Left Me" as well as the EP "Journals" and in 2012 they released the single "August Almost Broke Me".

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Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Fiction 20 Down

Fiction 20 Down's sound is a mixture of several different genres, pop, hip-hop, reggae, and pure rock, hailing from Baltimore, MD. With members Jordan Lally (vocals/guitar), D.J. Fritzges (bass), Andre Toney (drums/vocals), Wes Anderson (lead guitar), and Sexy James (keys/controls/horns) they are going on tour and taking your breath away with their unusual/cool genre of music. Their most recent EP "Do Not Feed The Radio" can be downloaded for FREE here and you definitely won't want to miss out on this.

And for all of you listeners/musician that are living down here in Florida, man do we have a treat for you. Fiction 20 Down is playing a show, Supervillains and Superheroes Halloween Party, on October 27 at West End Trading Co. in Sanford. You won't want to miss this show. The band is playing with other amazing bands like the Supervillains Burning Tree, and Crosstown Rivals. Oh and yes it is a Halloween Party so come dressed as your favourite superhero or supervillain. For more information about this show go here.

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Halloween Party

Monday, October 15, 2012

We Are Forever

Hailing from Indianapolis, IN We Are Forever is bringing new life into a fading genre. A pop rock band with killer guitar and bass riffs, unbelievable drum patterns, and emotional, straight from the heart vocals. With members Aren David (Vocals), Alex Ayala (Drums), Ricky Ayala (Guitar), Chris Cain (Guitar), and Alex Nauth (Bass/Vocals) they truly know how to create rock music that will penetrate anyone's heart. We Are Forever is currently unsigned and they are working on their first EP as well as touring.

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Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Up For Anything

Up For Anything is a pop/rock band hailing from San Antonio, Texas. Consisting of members Alex LaRue (Vocals/Rhythm Guitar) and Jay Garza (Bass) the band started playing acoustic sets back in the summer of 2010. They then went on to play with bands like Runner Runner, Anarbor, Divided By Friday, The Dangerous Summer, My Genuine Find, Set It Off, Sparks The Rescue, and Hello Astronaut. They've also played shows with close friends/local bands like Keep It Cute, Keep Your Closure, Not So Lucky, So Sweet Hour, and Another Song For A Girl. The band is currently working on their upcoming EP. Listen to their song "Part of The Crowd" below!

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Tuesday, October 9, 2012

This Is Hell

Thrash Metal band This Is Hell was formed in the year 2004 hailing from Long Island. The band was created when members of The Backup Plan, Scraps and Heart Attacks, and Subterfuge joined forces as their bands broke up.

They quickly dropped their first demo and with that they quickly gained recognition. Their first EP was dropped May 15, 2005 through State of Mind Records which helped catch the eye of label Trustkill Records. The band quickly signed to them and came out with their debut album, "Sundowning." During this time This Is Hell toured with As I Lay Dying, Trivium, Every Time I Die, Comeback Kid, Cancer Bats, Parkway Drive, Lostprophets, and Bayside. And were also invited to play on the Taste of Chaos tour as well as the Saints & Sinners Festival.

Now currently with memebers Travis Reilly (Vocals), Rick Jimenez (Guitar & Vocals), Pieter van den Berg (Bass), and Mike Sciulara (Drums) they are signed to Rise Records and came out with an EP "Warbirds" as well as studio album "Weight Of The World."

This Is Hell has just released their fourth LP "Black Mass" which was influenced from Metallica, Suicidal TEndencies, Slayer, and DRI. Go check it out!

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Monday, October 8, 2012

Farewell To Fairview

Hailing from Poughkeepsie, NY Farewell To Fairview is coming into view. The pop punk band formed in early 2012 and is combining many influences, ranging hardcore to folk, to create their unique sound. With members Joey (Lead Vocals), Allen (Guitar), Christhian (Guitar/Vocals), Eddie (Bass/Vocals), and Benny (Drums) they are winning over the hearts and minds of listeners of all different genres.

Listen to their song Sins below

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Friday, October 5, 2012

Foolish Ways

Foolish Ways is a two manned electro pop band hailing from the San Francisco Bay Area of California. With members Kellz (otherwise known as Kell Egan. Vocals/Lyrics), DTD (otherwise known as Dillon Deskin. Vocals/Beats), and DJ Stewie (Disc Jockey Extraordinaire. Live) they are showing the music scene how to party. Starting in 2007, they didn't really have an exact feel for what type of band they were going to be and were still checking out different genres. Well after releasing a few songs they quickly gained a strong local following. Foolish Ways dropped their first EP, "Finally", in February 2011 and have released two EP as well as several singles after that. With each EP and single they've released they have quickly gathered quite the fanbase.

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Thursday, October 4, 2012

The Relapse Symphony

The Relapse Symphony is a true rock n' roll band hailing from Washington, DC. With members Bret Von Dehl (Vocals), JC Charles (Guitar), Alex Foxx (Guitar), and Tyler Gloyd (Drums) they are bringing their angst driven rock to the attention of the music world. With lyrics that explore ideas like self reliance and finding the strength in yourself to take chances and to break rules the four of them are quickly gaining attention in the music world. The band signed to Standby Records on July 30 of this year and has plans on releasing their debut EP in early 2013. Below is a lyric video for one of their songs, "Make Your Move", which will be featured on their upcoming EP.

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Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Ready Revolution

Ready Revolution is a pop rock band hailing from San Antonio, TX. The band consists of Emilio (Drums/Vox), Diego (Lead Guitar/Lead Vox), Stephen (Bass/Vox), Shane (Guitar/Vox), and Matt (Guitar/Vox) who have played together since they were young. Since then their fan base has vastly grown and they've played in some amazing places. Remember their name because they will are on the rise.

They also need your help right now! Help out Ready Revolution shoot their video, you do get stuff in return for helping them. Watch the video for it below and please donate!

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Tuesday, October 2, 2012

There For Tomorrow

There For Tomorrow is a four person alternative rock band from sunny Orlando, FL. Originally starting in high school, like a lot of bands out there do, these four friends have stuck together and made it worth their while. Consisting of Maika Maile (vocals/guitar), Christian Climer (guitar/vocals), Jay Enriquez (bass/vocals), and Christopher Kamrada (drums) they have come a long way from their high school times and are now signed by Hopeless Records. Their name comes from much more then a couple of teenage kids messing around with some instruments; it's a promise that they've made to themselves and everyone else that they had plans of sticking around.

The band released their debut album, "Point of Origin", in 2004 which gained them enough exposure to get onto Warped Tour for the years 2006 and 2007. Soon after this they recorded another EP in 2007 which got the attention of record labels, signed by Hopeless Records in 2008.

Now since their signing to Hopeless Records they have put out two more albums; "A Little Faster" in 2009 and "The Verge" in 2011. They have also been on Warped Tour 2009, the 2010 Take Action Tour, and has toured internationally to countries like Japan and the UK.

Check them out on tour now with Deaf Havana, Set It Off, and DividedByFriday. They only have five more stops left on the tour after today.

10/2- Teaneck, NJ @ Mexicali Live

10/3- Philadelphia, PA @The Barbary

10/4- Springfield, VA @ Empire

10/5- Greensboro, NC @ Greene St Club

10/6- Columbia, SC @ New Brooklyn Tavern

10/7- Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum

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Hopeless Records

Monday, October 1, 2012

Alaska's Burning

Alaska’s Burning is a metalcore/post hardcore/alternative band the comes from Mcallen, Texas. With members David Villescas (Vocals), Lee Taylor (Vocals), Jon Ovalle (Guitar), Isaac Lopez (Guitar), JJ Garza (Bass), and LeeRoy Lopez (Drums) they show us how music is their main focus. Their music comes from thoughts that come to their minds and what they feel through our many influences like ,”The Devil Wears Prada, A Day To Remember, August Burns Red , Avenged Sevenfold, Lamb of God, etc. Their goal is to reach inspire all their fans that are out there and let them know that they are not alone and that nothing is impossible.

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Sunday, September 30, 2012

Our Future Leaders

Our Future Leaders is a rock band hailing from Orlando, Florida. With members Brian Strean (Rhythm/Vocals), Danny Foote (Lead Guitar), Dustin Becker (Bass), and Daniel Blume (Drums) they are ready to take the local music scene by storm. Their EP, "Machines", is out of the world and because of it's outstanding success Our Future Leaders has made their name known amongst the Central Florida music scene. Coming from Central Florida they've played in quite a few of the cities known venues like: The House of Blues, The Social, The Haven, and the renowned Florida Music Fest with Candlebox, Filter, and The Dirty Heads.

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Friday, September 28, 2012

Car Party

A pop-punk band hailing from the Baltimore, Maryland. With members Michael Natzke, Taylor Hughes, Chris Martin, and Jim Luparello they are kicking ass in the music world. They started this epic adventure in 2009 when their drummer, Taylor Hughes, posted an ad on Craigslist. Now in 2010 they dropped their debut EP "Excuses" and then quickly got working on their next EP, "High & Low Places" which was released in August 2011.

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Thursday, September 27, 2012

AsWeAre

AsWeAre (AWA), from Evansville IN, was started as a solo project by Dale Vaughn started in October 2010. Their debut EP "AsWeAre EP" was dropped in Jan 2011 and the single "A Humbling Experience" was launched. The single has been played on the radio and internet radio across the US and has also gained AWA international exposure. AWA has a new single out, What Do You Believe In that you can get from the itunes store. (Trust us you'll want it). Consisting of Dale Vaughn (Guitar/Vox), Julian Fleck (Drums/Programming), Kenny Miller (Guitar), and Cameron Gregory (Bass) they are ready to overtake the music scene.

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Wednesday, September 26, 2012

School Boy Humor

A pop band formed by twins Phil and Anthony Evans coming out of Little Rock, Arkansas. They will stop at nothing to make a heavy impact on the music world and they definitely are. They started out just playing in small local clubs and basements just barely getting by and now they play on the radio and are going on big tours. Check them out on the South For Winter Tour starting on October 15 with Consider Me Dead, Car Party, and Boy Epic.

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Friday, September 21, 2012

Owls In The Attic

Owls in the Attic, founded in 2011, is a metalcore band from Nashville, Tennessee. Made up of band members Benny Mueller, Evan Jensen, Mike D'Ancona, Phil Campbell, and Christopher Baldani, Owls in the Attic describe themselves as "Five Gentlemen at Belmont University with destiny on their side." They currently have an debut EP out called "Contender".

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

RadioDriveBy

RadioDriveBy is a five piece alternative rock band with a dash of pop punk from Phoenix, Arizona. Made up of Trent Clark (vocals), Adam Simons (guitar, vocals), Austin Gavin (drums), David Glosser (guitar), and Evan Yuen (bass), beginning in the fall of 2009. Since forming the band, RadioDriveBy has shared the stage with the infamous bands Forever The Sickest Kids, Family Force 5, Alice Copper, Rob Zombie, He Is We, This Century, Austin Gibbs, and has been able to build a solid reputation in the local AZ scene. Filled with energetic guitars, rhythmic drums and powerful lyrics, their debut EP Nothin’ But Better provides the perfect soundtrack to summer.

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Tuesday, September 18, 2012

The Maddigans

The Maddigans, a pop-punk band that formed in 2008, have worked extremely hard in the past few years and it's definitely starting to pay off. From Edmonton, Canada these natives have released 3 CDs and have set out on 8 Canadian tours, 2 US tours, and they've also recently finished a tour of the UK. They've also been featured at Canadian Music Week and on Absolutepunk.net. What they've learned over the past few years has been combined into their latest EP "Love VS Passion", recently released on July 31st, 2012. The band has members across both Canada and the UK, and are temporarily residing in the UK whilst touring abroad. With members Trisha, Seb, Benn, and Thaddeus they are taking the pop-punk scene by storm with their electrifying music.

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Saturday, September 15, 2012

Farewell, My Love

Farewell, My Love, signed by Standby Records, is a theatrical rock band aiming to create a world where art, not hype, transcends the entire performance both musically and visually. The band aims to inspire those that feel misguided or lost, and to show their fans that they can be anything they dream. With members, Caleb Harbin, Röbby Creasey, Chad Kowal, Charlee Conley, and Logan Thayer, they embrace creativity, individuality, and inner strength. Farewell, My Love released their A Dance You Wont Forget EP in mid-August 2011.

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Friday, September 14, 2012

Consider Me Dead

Hailing from Prescott Valley, Arizona, Consider Me Dead is a relatively new pop screamo band with the drive and passion to bring their music and explosive stage presence to the world. Comprised of two of Arizona's most talented young musicians, Chris Brewington and Brandon Pettitt, this band brings a hard hitting sound that is not easily overlooked. Virtually exploding onto today's music scene as one of the most anticipated groups of their generation. Consider Me Dead is currently unisigned.

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Thursday, September 13, 2012

While She Sleeps

While She Sleeps is a metalcore band, signed on Search and Destroy Records in the UK and Germany, and Halfcut Records in Australia, which formed in 2006. Their straightforward approach to metal is balanced between riffs infused with hook and rhythms backed with groove. The vocal performance is singed with fire and angst making for a more meaningful and impassioned brand of aggressive music. In 2010, the band released their first album, The North Stands for Nothing, which increased their popularity. Last month, While She Sleeps released their new album, This is The Six.

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Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Throw The Fight

Throw The Fight, signed by Bullet Tooth Records, is a metal-edged, hard rock band that formed in 2003. Their newest album, What Doesn’t Kill Us, stretches across metal and alternative, to just plain-old, white-knuckled, rock ‘n’ roll. Some tracks are imbued with soulful, intelligent songwriting to accompany their brand of angst-ridden fervor. Throw the fight is made up of James Clark, Ryan Baustert, Jonathan Sutton, Kyle Glidden, and Jeff Baustert.

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Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Last Day Of May

Last Day of May is a fairly new metalcore band, having formed in March 2012, and is from Derby, England. Made up of members Tyler Jeffreys, Matt Flynn, James Vasko, Tom Goodwin, and Andy Noble, this 5 piece band just likes to make music they love. Last Day of May catches listeners by being influenced by not only metalcore, but rock, and deathcore also, just to name a few. They recently released a 3-track EP and that is available for download. Their first gig is at The Hairy Dog in Derby, England, on October 26, 2012, so if you live around there, check them out! Last Day of May is currently unsigned

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