So it's time I represent local Floridians. Props to the talent in my state by the way. Tons of musicians come out of here day in and day out. So if you thought Florida was full of retired people and graves, think again.
The softer side of nu metal, with a bit of an alternative rock feel to them, The Embraced is fully shined and primped from head to toe, ready to go. I believe they released their debut album not all too long ago, and considering these boys are working on their own fuel and fire, it sounds pretty damn good. I saw them live a while ago when they opened for 30 Seconds to Mars and I was super impressed by their performance. I have kept an eye on them ever since, hoping sooner or later someone would fall onto this little gem but no bites quite yet. Anyways, I am tired as hell so I am not going to write you a damn novel... but check them out (click the band name to get to their site). I recommend the song "Avarice."
1.29.2008
1.21.2008
White Hot Knife
If the Bravery made love to the Killers, their babies would be White Hot Knife.
I found these boys on one of my little random string of clicks on MySpace. I really dig their sound. It's similar to some of these electronica/indie sounding bands that are making a break onto the scene right now... but they still keep their own individual sound; they do a great job of integrating the electronica side of things into their music... super smooth and melodic. Check out the song "What She Wants." Has a great beat to it, definite possibility for radio play and extraordinarily catchy. Plus, it makes me want to bust a move. But you probably don't want to see that.
Anyways, as always, these guys pretty much have the whole package. I would never deliver my listening public crap. So take a listen, send these boys some love. They deserve it.
I found these boys on one of my little random string of clicks on MySpace. I really dig their sound. It's similar to some of these electronica/indie sounding bands that are making a break onto the scene right now... but they still keep their own individual sound; they do a great job of integrating the electronica side of things into their music... super smooth and melodic. Check out the song "What She Wants." Has a great beat to it, definite possibility for radio play and extraordinarily catchy. Plus, it makes me want to bust a move. But you probably don't want to see that.
Anyways, as always, these guys pretty much have the whole package. I would never deliver my listening public crap. So take a listen, send these boys some love. They deserve it.
1.18.2008
Screamo at its Finest; the Vs. Tour
So I went to a fantastical screamo fest last night at Jack Rabbit's in downtown Jacksonville. And I have to be completely honest, I was pretty blown away. It's not my musical genre of choice, but I am always open to good music. Anybody that can play an instrument is a-okay in my book.
Anyway... the bands appearing were Drop Dead, Gorgeous; Gwen Stacy; Scary Kids Scaring Kids; and Haste the Day. I have no idea who I saw when. Well that's a lie, I came in kind of late. So I think I missed Gwen Stacy. And I think the band I walked in on may have been Drop Dead, Gorgeous. If that's so, then they were pretty damn good. Great stage presence despite the tiny ass stage and the music was fantastic. Scary Kids Scaring Kids was fucking great. They are really quite talented at what they do... and as I said, I am not a huge screamo fan but they definitely impressed me. And to make things easier on the eyes... Chad and Tyson are quite the little eye candies. I think I may have blushed once or twice. But then again, that could have been the beer. But that's neither here nor there. As for Haste the Day, I wasn't really feeling it. They were decent but they didn't have me enthralled and the music wasn't anything unusually great. They weren't BAD but they just didn't rock my boat.
Anyhow, if you are a show goer and love live music, this is worth your 15 bux. Just make sure you show up on time. Apparently screamo shows start when the doors open. I was unaware of this and took my sweet ass time getting down there. Shame on me.
If you are interested in checking out the bands, I've linked all the band names to their pages so have at it.
Anyway... the bands appearing were Drop Dead, Gorgeous; Gwen Stacy; Scary Kids Scaring Kids; and Haste the Day. I have no idea who I saw when. Well that's a lie, I came in kind of late. So I think I missed Gwen Stacy. And I think the band I walked in on may have been Drop Dead, Gorgeous. If that's so, then they were pretty damn good. Great stage presence despite the tiny ass stage and the music was fantastic. Scary Kids Scaring Kids was fucking great. They are really quite talented at what they do... and as I said, I am not a huge screamo fan but they definitely impressed me. And to make things easier on the eyes... Chad and Tyson are quite the little eye candies. I think I may have blushed once or twice. But then again, that could have been the beer. But that's neither here nor there. As for Haste the Day, I wasn't really feeling it. They were decent but they didn't have me enthralled and the music wasn't anything unusually great. They weren't BAD but they just didn't rock my boat.
Anyhow, if you are a show goer and love live music, this is worth your 15 bux. Just make sure you show up on time. Apparently screamo shows start when the doors open. I was unaware of this and took my sweet ass time getting down there. Shame on me.
If you are interested in checking out the bands, I've linked all the band names to their pages so have at it.
1.07.2008
Mock Puppet
Alright, I know I am slacking majorly. But it was the winter break... what the hell do you want from me. Plus I've been so caught up in the Britney drama that I can't even function. Yea right. That's a lie. That bitch needs some meds and some serious therapy.
ANYWAYS, on to more quality subjects like GOOD music...
Mock Puppet. Awesome. I was in LA back in spring of 2007 visiting some friends of mine who were out there recording and writing (Revelation Theory... but I will write a blurb on them later) and decided to go out with my boy to some bars and stuff. It was a random week night, but whatever we wanted to hang. So we stopped by this little bar somewhere near Hermosa Beach and it just so happened Mock Puppet was playing that night.
Their live show was awesome. We sat through their whole set and every minute of it was worth it. They were really peppy, funny as hell, and totally involved the crowd every second of their performance. Not to mention the music pretty much speaks for itself. Super indie, kind of Modest Mousey, but they definitely have their own sound. They are a great start for any major label looking to break into the indie scene, or any indie label looking to pick up something that can make headway for them. The guys are great. The music is great. It's the complete package. Check em out.
ANYWAYS, on to more quality subjects like GOOD music...
Mock Puppet. Awesome. I was in LA back in spring of 2007 visiting some friends of mine who were out there recording and writing (Revelation Theory... but I will write a blurb on them later) and decided to go out with my boy to some bars and stuff. It was a random week night, but whatever we wanted to hang. So we stopped by this little bar somewhere near Hermosa Beach and it just so happened Mock Puppet was playing that night.
Their live show was awesome. We sat through their whole set and every minute of it was worth it. They were really peppy, funny as hell, and totally involved the crowd every second of their performance. Not to mention the music pretty much speaks for itself. Super indie, kind of Modest Mousey, but they definitely have their own sound. They are a great start for any major label looking to break into the indie scene, or any indie label looking to pick up something that can make headway for them. The guys are great. The music is great. It's the complete package. Check em out.
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