Band Of The Week

Band Of The Week: Night Verses

12003227_866794286768407_1730607431739606216_nI love that music can take you different places and make you feel something more than you are used to. There truly is something remarkable in the way a band can help heal a wound, soothe your soul, or just be able to let out your aggression. This past week has been very melancholy for myself and while I was sitting and wallowing I came across this band Night Verses.  When I heard the first song on their album Lift Your Existence, “Introducing: The Rot Under The Sun,” instantly there was a connection to their music and lyrics and I knew this band was a keeper. Musically this bands influences range from post hardcore, prog rock. and shoegaze, Imagine Tool, mixed with Deftones, and a bit of Isis and a dash of At the Drive In and you get Night Verses. You can tell by listening, that these guys take what they do seriously as their passion bleeds through each song. Their debut album is 15 tracks of greatness. Recently the band entered the studio with Ross Robinson to work on their follow up album.

Celestial Fires:

Yours:

Be Happy With Yourself, I’m Staying Here In Hell:

I’ve Lost My Way Back Down:

Antidepressants:

https://www.facebook.com/NightVerses

By: Brian Lacy

Band Of The Week: FIDLAR

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In todays modern music climate it’s really hard for a new band to leave a lasting impression that not only connects with its fan but with the masses. FIDLAR is one of the exceptions.The origins of the band’s name is an acronym for ‘Fuck It Dog, Life’s A Risk.’ Their blend of garage punk and love of The Pixies really shines through in their music. Now a couple albums into their career, their latest album simply named “Too” is out today. Their live shows are full of extreme amounts of energy and reckless abandon. FIDLAR has also released a slew of videos that really show their personality and humor. The video for “Cocaine” features Nick Offerman walking around drinking and taking a leak wherever he can. Their newest video for the song 40 oz on Repeat” is an homage to some of the funniest videos from the 90’s and early 2000’s. Both of these videos were directed by the very talented Ryan Baxley. These guys might be young, but they understand their influences and where they came from. Check out FIDLAR and you’ll see what I mean.

40 oz On Repeat:


Cocaine:

No Waves:

FIDLAR-Self Titled:

https://www.facebook.com/fidlarLA

http://www.fidlarmusic.com/

Band Of The Week: Dead Empires

11002622_1073591696000466_1349041302344998780_nNestled in Hudson Valley, New York is a three piece band called Dead Empires. These guys have a very deep heavy sound combined with the prowess of gentle melody.Their wide array of influences helps to create lush landscapes of sound, all the while pushing the boundaries of being a traditional instrumental band. Their new album Secret Snakes/ Silent Serpent, has everything a rock music fan would enjoy minus the vocals. I find myself coming up with lyrics and vocal melodies while listening to their album. From what I can tell from their videos online, they put on one hell of an energetic show and their love of the music shows through in all that they do. Dead Empires is alive and well, and on their way to making a name for themselves.

Dead Empires- Secret Snakes/Silent Serpent:

https://www.facebook.com/deadempires

http://deadempires.com/

By: Brian Lacy

Band Of The Week: Chiefs

10997786_818208184881510_3259382847621711185_nI’ve said it many time before, there are certain areas that really inspire others and bring out the creativity in people. Chiefs is another great example of that. Originally a two-piece that formed in Phoenix, AZ, soon found themselves relocating to San Diego, CA after releasing two demos, touring and playing often around the Phoenix Valley. Shortly after, Chiefs released their third demo EP entitled Buffalo Roam, and added numerous shows to support it, the group became a three-piece with the permanent addition of a bassist which filled out the low-end of the band and exponentially filled out their sound. Chiefs debut full-length, Tomorrow’s Over, is a genuine slab of rock n roll with the added elements of desert/stoner rock. Now a four piece band, Chiefs is definitely a band to look out for, as they take their inspired music on a long journey.

https://www.facebook.com/wearechiefs

http://www.wearechiefs.com/

By: Brian Lacy

Band Of The Week: Wooden Nomad

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When a band can really encompass their influences in their music yet sound original, it’s quite an accomplishment. Wooden Nomad from Oxnard, CA feature guitarist Angelo Miles, bassist Angel Chavez, drummer Danny Fitz and vocalist Tim Straw. These guys have taken their love of stoner rock especially Kyuss, Black Sabbath, Soundgarden and lots of others from the early to mid 90’s. The music that Wooden nomad has created was made in Palm Desert (birthplace of Kyuss) with producer Brad Garrow. Their first full length, The Sound Of Earth is a heavy, chunky, riff laden album. Having played countless shows and stealing audiences the gents in Wooden Nomad grew even tighter. Now in 2015, they have just released their new album Pain As A Source Of Light. This album shows the growth of the band and just how tight they got since the release of their first album. Wooden Nomad is definitely a band to watch out for.

Take A Listen Here:

https://www.reverbnation.com/woodennomad

https://www.facebook.com/WoodenNomad

http://www.woodennomad.com/

By: Brian Lacy

Band Of The Week: Moving Structures

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The ability to create moods with music is a wonderful thing. If you can create something that goes further than the norm without words, you know you are really on to something special. Los Angeles’s Moving Structures can do just that. Their music combines elements of prog rock and experimental rock, to create an ambient euphoric experience.  Currently, Moving Structures are in the studio with Aaron Harris of Isis/Palms, working on their new record. Moving Structures really are a tremendous band with the material to back it up.

https://www.facebook.com/MovingStructuresBand

http://movingstructures.bandcamp.com/

By: Brian Lacy

Band Of The Week: RECAP

Since we have reached the half way point of the year, why not do a recap of all the bands of the week for 2015 so far. Here you go!

Ghost Parade:

http://ghostparade.net/

https://www.facebook.com/GhostParade

Before The Mourning:

https://www.facebook.com/BeforeTheMourning

Dedvolt:

https://www.facebook.com/DEDVOLT

http://www.reverbnation.com/dedvolt

Tidalwave:

https://www.facebook.com/itsatidalwave

Ancillary Theorem:

https://www.facebook.com/Ancillary-Theorem

http://www.reverbnation.com/ancillarytheorem

Malaki:

https://www.facebook.com/Malakiband

Haster:

https://www.facebook.com/Hasterband

http://www.reverbnation.com/Haster

http://www.hastermusic.com/

A Light Within:

https://www.facebook.com/ALWaudio

http://alightwithin.bandcamp.com/

Sweet Cobra:

https://www.facebook.com/sweetcobra

Socionic:

https://www.reverbnation.com/socionic

https://www.facebook.com/socionic

http://www.socionicband.com/

The Broken Stems:

https://www.facebook.com/thebrokenstems

http://brokenstems.com/

The Everyday Losers:

https://www.reverbnation.com/theeverydaylosers

https://www.facebook.com/theeverydaylosers

Sierra Swan:

https://www.facebook.com/Swan5

http://www.sierraswan.com/

All Hail The Yeti:

www.reverbnation.com/allhailtheyeti

https://www.facebook.com/officialallhailtheyeti

The Bloodline:

https://www.facebook.com/thebloodlineofficial

https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/we-are-one/id951839102

Royal Thunder:

https://www.facebook.com/RoyalThunderMusic

Sensory Station:

https://www.facebook.com/sensorystation

www.sensorystationmusic.com

Vanishing Life:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Vanishing-Life

Hidden Cabins:

http://www.hiddencabins.net/

https://www.facebook.com/hiddencabins

Dust Moth:

https://www.facebook.com/dustmothband

Mal:

https://www.facebook.com/malsongs

https://www.reverbnation.com/malsongs

http://www.malrock.com/

Set and Setting:

https://www.facebook.com/setandsetting

https://setandsetting.bandpage.com/

http://setandsetting.bandcamp.com/

Lost In Society:

https://www.facebook.com/lostinsociety

http://lostinsociety.com

Band Of The Week: Lost In Society

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I’ve always been a big fan of anthemic punk rock. Bad Religion has that genre down to a science. Rise Against had it going for them before they pretty much caved into the pressures of major labels. Luckily though I recently heard a band that has that old vigor of Rise Against mixed with a healthy helping of Hot Water Music. Lost In Society is a three piece anthemic punk rock band from New Jersey. Unlike The Gaslight Anthem, Lost In Society is a rush of excitement. Recently, Lost In Society released a new split on Panic State records with the UK band River Jumpers. The band is getting ready to head out as Dead Sara’s direct support on their West Coast Tour. Lost In Society is authentic in their approach and music. They are definitely worth checking out!

https://www.facebook.com/lostinsociety

http://lostinsociety.com

By: Brian Lacy

Band Of The Week: Set & Setting

10615423_10152690533272859_574862118202477385_nOne of the things I really enjoy about instrumental bands is the way the music dictates how your mind will react. Being able to touch on emotions without words is quite intriguing. Florida based  Set and Setting are doing just that and bending genres. Their ambient yet heavy music is reminiscent of Explosions In The Sky mixed with parts of Pelican and Russian Circles. Set and Setting’s music cascades with the flow of each note. Relentlessly touring on their own and the release of their first album they developed a name for themselves in the underground scene. Their second album A Vivid Memory was released on Prosthetic Records in 2014. Set and setting show no signs of coming to a halt while touring and playing shows with bands such as Mouth of the Architect, Eyehategod, Pelican, and Pallbearer. Look for Set and Setting when thy come to your area.

Set and Setting- Coping:

https://www.facebook.com/setandsetting

https://setandsetting.bandpage.com/

http://setandsetting.bandcamp.com/

By: Brian Lacy

Band Of The Week: MAL

11001536_10152723842696446_2888187563296658093_oI really enjoy when friends of mine recommend bands to me. Recently, my friend Josh of with Our Arms To The Sun (a band that you all should listen to) told me about this band MAL. After giving them a listen I really enjoyed what I heard. These guys have the ability to mix genres and make something genuinely creative. Blending their love of alternative rock, stoner rock, and progressive rock, MAL has been able to create music that is captivating to listen to.  This three piece band really digs deep in their craft. Their newest song Acqua Macabre is part Rush, Tool, and Failure. Musically these guys really know their instruments and know to go from quiet to loud at the right time. I really look forward to seeing what these guys do.

Acqua Macabre:

https://www.facebook.com/malsongs

https://www.reverbnation.com/malsongs

http://www.malrock.com/

By: Brian Lacy