Chris Conlan
04-21-2006, 12:49 PM
When I hear people say there's no good music out, it drives me insane. There is always something out, sometimes you just have to search for it. Well, I'm going to save you some time. Below is a list of 20 bands that need to be heard. The styles range from pop to metal. So give each a listen and get ready to find your new favorite band.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/greatnessintragedy.jpgGREATNESS IN TRAGEDY
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/greatnessintragedy7) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/greatnessintragedy) | Website (http://www.greatnessintragedy.com/)
To be quite honest, Greatness In Tragedy has got to be one of the best bands out there. They are the total package. Lead singer Kurt has a voice that many musicians would kill for and the melodies GIT are able to create is amazing. Don't be surprised to see this band selling out arenas soon.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/katsumoto.jpg KATSUMOTO
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/katsumoto) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/katsumotoca) | Website (http://katsumetal.com/) (Unsigned)
One listen to Katsumoto and you'll want to fuck shit up. It's simple as that. These 4 young gents from Southern Cali are going to give many metal bands are run for their money. They prove you can have melody in your music and still be brutal.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/yourvegas.jpg YOUR VEGAS
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/yourvegasband) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/yourvegas) | Website (http://www.yourvegas.net/)
When we think of the UK, we think of The Beatles, Hugh Grant, and Your Vegas. You are probably asking yourself who in the world is Your Vegas. Let's just say it's the next big thing out of the UK.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/bidwell.jpg BIDWELL
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/bidwell) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/bidwell) (Unsigned)
Bidwell loves you. Did you know that? Well, I love Bidwell too. The greatest thing about this band is their progression from their earliest work to their newest song "Twisted Up". The guys have found their sound and do a damn good job at it. I'm not a betting man, but if I had to, I'd bet on Bidwell. This band is going places.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/elevation.jpg ELEVATION
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/elevation) | Website (http://www.elevationband.com/)
Words cannot describe how good Elevation is. This band has the ability to take over the world, the radio, the music industry by storm with their music. Some may say you can hear hints of U2 and Oasis in their music, but I'm going to go out on a limb here and say Elevation blows those bands out of the water. There I said it, and I'm not taking it back.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/truelive.jpg TRUE LIVE
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/truelive) | Website (http://www.truelive.com.au/)
True Live is comprised of some of the top musicians in Melbourne, Australia and it shows in their music. Their style is hip-hop mixed with a jazz/classical feel. It's something fresh and something that needs to be heard.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/thrivingivory.jpg THRIVING IVORY
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/thrivingivory) | Website (http://www.thrivingivory.com/) (Unsigned)
Coming across a band like Thriving Ivory is one and a million. One listen to them and you'll be hooked. Clayton Stroope's voice literally melts you away with his ability to completely take control of the song and the listener. So head over to their MySpace page to listen to your new favorite band.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/elias.jpg ELIAS
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/eliasband) | Website (http://www.eliasband.com/) (Unsigned)
When you think of Canada, you probably think of Bryan Adams, Celine Dion, and "Strange Brew". If you haven't seen "Strange Brew", shoot yourself in the foot. Well, onto the band Elias. Who are they exactly? They are damn good, that's what they are. Just think a mix of Augustana and Radiohead.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/clifton.jpg CLIFTON
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/clifton) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/cliftonut) | Website (http://www.cliftonrock.com/)
Clifton is going to take over the metal scene shortly with their new album We Never Change, which is due out June 13th via Abacus. Their style is a mix of southern rock, hardcore, and metal rolled into something that can only be described as greatness.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/ivoryline.jpg IVORYLINE
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/ivoryline) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/ivoryline) | Website (http://www.ivoryline.com/) (Unsigned)
Texas knows how to grow them, that's for sure. Ivoryline are currently recording their debut EP and from the songs that are already out, you can expect a solid rock effort. When listening to Ivoryline you'll be instantly addicted. They are able to write some of the catchiest pop/rock I've heard in awhile. It won't be long before someone snags these Texans up.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/foreignoren.jpg
[B]FOREIGN OREN
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/foreignoren) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/foreignoren) | Website (http://www.foreignoren.com/)
While Dallas, TX may be known for the infamous Cowboy, there is another thing about it that many people don't know. That thing is Foreign Oren. They play a flawless blend of pop/indie. While they may be a major, you probably never heard of them. Well, now is your chance to take a listen and be on board when this band blows up.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/woodale.jpg WOODALE
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/woodale) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/woodale) | Website (http://www.woodalemusic.com/) (Unsigned )
Woodale is a band that just won't leave your head. You'll try to think of something else, but you'll find yourself humming their music. You want to know why? Because it is that damn good. With their song "Here" you'll know why.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/citysleeps.jpg CITY SLEEPS
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/citysleeps) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/citysleeps) | Website (http://www.citysleeps.net/)
City Sleeps is going to be big. BIG! While it is taking Maverick forever to release their album Walker's Ridge, it is worth the wait for people who haven't heard it yet. You can bet your life savings that this band is going to be played all over the radio when the album drops. City Sleeps plays nothing out of the ordinary, but they can write some damn catchy songs. Take a listen to "Not An Angel" and "Just Another Day" and you'll know why.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/hercandane.jpg HER CANDANE
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/hercandane) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/hercandane) (Unsigned)
You like Every Time I Die? You like The Bled? Well, your in luck because these fellows are a mix of both and are damn good as well. With their in-your-face style of hardcore, their new album "No Battle", Her Canande never let up and never let you down.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/vantramp.jpg VAN TRAMP
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/vantramp) | Website (http://www.vantramp.com/)
Van Tramp is set to take the U.S. by storm with their new album "Wheels Of Fortune". The guys play good ol' rock n' roll. They'll remind you of The Rolling Stones at times, even Oasis. When listening to their music you can picture it played in front of thousands of people in giant arenas. So to all the labels here in the states, pay attention! Remember, 2006 - the year of the TRAMP!
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/oceansfiring.jpg OCEANS FIRING
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/oceansfiring) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/oceansfiring) | Website (http://www.oceansfiring.com/) (Unsigned)
Oceans Firing is one of those bands when you hear them for the first time, you are instantly hooked. Their infectious style of pop/indie/rock, whatever you want to call, will keep your feet a tapping and you singing along to every to word. Just like their fellow Texans, Ivoryline, this is another unsigned to watch for.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/cage9.jpg CAGE9
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/cage9) | Website (http://www.cage9.com/) (Unsigned)
Cage9 is everywhere, but you probably haven't heard of them. Their music is featured on the hit TV show "The Shield", in the new "Dukes of Hazzard" movie trailer, in "American Pie: Band Camp", and on ESPN/Japan.
While many people complain that modern rock is getting boring, here is a band to restore your faith in it. If you don't believe, go hear it for yourself.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/theradiofix.jpg THE RADIO FIX
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/theradiofix) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/theradiofix) (Unsigned)
When you think of Tennessee, you probably think of Elvis, Nashville, and country music. Well, there is a band called The Radio Fix from Dayton, TN that will take the place of two of those because Elvis is The King and you can't take his place.
The guys play pop/rock music a la Anberlin, Cartel, and The Academy Is. Take a listen to "Curse Me When You Leave" and fall in love. I know I am.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/nevertheless.jpg NEVERTHELESS
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/neverthelessband) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/neverthelesstn) | Website (http://www.neverthelessmusic.com/)
Just like the band above, Nevertheless hail from Tennessee and currently working on their new album with producer James Paul Wisner (Underoath, Dashboard Confessional). From what their EP had to offer, Nevertheless will be making waves in the rock community will their settle, yet high impact style of pop/rock. Head on over to their PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/neverthelesstn) page to stream their entire EP From The Inside Looking In.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/discoensemble.jpg DISCO ENSEMBLE
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/discoensemble) | Website (http://www.disocensemble.com/)
Disco Ensemble plays a perfect combo of punk/rock with a hint of pop influence. With their recent performance at SXSW, the guys are ready to show labels what they are truely capable of. It's only a matter of time before they gain some momemtum here in the states.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/greatnessintragedy.jpgGREATNESS IN TRAGEDY
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/greatnessintragedy7) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/greatnessintragedy) | Website (http://www.greatnessintragedy.com/)
To be quite honest, Greatness In Tragedy has got to be one of the best bands out there. They are the total package. Lead singer Kurt has a voice that many musicians would kill for and the melodies GIT are able to create is amazing. Don't be surprised to see this band selling out arenas soon.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/katsumoto.jpg KATSUMOTO
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/katsumoto) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/katsumotoca) | Website (http://katsumetal.com/) (Unsigned)
One listen to Katsumoto and you'll want to fuck shit up. It's simple as that. These 4 young gents from Southern Cali are going to give many metal bands are run for their money. They prove you can have melody in your music and still be brutal.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/yourvegas.jpg YOUR VEGAS
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/yourvegasband) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/yourvegas) | Website (http://www.yourvegas.net/)
When we think of the UK, we think of The Beatles, Hugh Grant, and Your Vegas. You are probably asking yourself who in the world is Your Vegas. Let's just say it's the next big thing out of the UK.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/bidwell.jpg BIDWELL
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/bidwell) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/bidwell) (Unsigned)
Bidwell loves you. Did you know that? Well, I love Bidwell too. The greatest thing about this band is their progression from their earliest work to their newest song "Twisted Up". The guys have found their sound and do a damn good job at it. I'm not a betting man, but if I had to, I'd bet on Bidwell. This band is going places.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/elevation.jpg ELEVATION
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/elevation) | Website (http://www.elevationband.com/)
Words cannot describe how good Elevation is. This band has the ability to take over the world, the radio, the music industry by storm with their music. Some may say you can hear hints of U2 and Oasis in their music, but I'm going to go out on a limb here and say Elevation blows those bands out of the water. There I said it, and I'm not taking it back.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/truelive.jpg TRUE LIVE
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/truelive) | Website (http://www.truelive.com.au/)
True Live is comprised of some of the top musicians in Melbourne, Australia and it shows in their music. Their style is hip-hop mixed with a jazz/classical feel. It's something fresh and something that needs to be heard.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/thrivingivory.jpg THRIVING IVORY
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/thrivingivory) | Website (http://www.thrivingivory.com/) (Unsigned)
Coming across a band like Thriving Ivory is one and a million. One listen to them and you'll be hooked. Clayton Stroope's voice literally melts you away with his ability to completely take control of the song and the listener. So head over to their MySpace page to listen to your new favorite band.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/elias.jpg ELIAS
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/eliasband) | Website (http://www.eliasband.com/) (Unsigned)
When you think of Canada, you probably think of Bryan Adams, Celine Dion, and "Strange Brew". If you haven't seen "Strange Brew", shoot yourself in the foot. Well, onto the band Elias. Who are they exactly? They are damn good, that's what they are. Just think a mix of Augustana and Radiohead.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/clifton.jpg CLIFTON
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/clifton) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/cliftonut) | Website (http://www.cliftonrock.com/)
Clifton is going to take over the metal scene shortly with their new album We Never Change, which is due out June 13th via Abacus. Their style is a mix of southern rock, hardcore, and metal rolled into something that can only be described as greatness.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/ivoryline.jpg IVORYLINE
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/ivoryline) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/ivoryline) | Website (http://www.ivoryline.com/) (Unsigned)
Texas knows how to grow them, that's for sure. Ivoryline are currently recording their debut EP and from the songs that are already out, you can expect a solid rock effort. When listening to Ivoryline you'll be instantly addicted. They are able to write some of the catchiest pop/rock I've heard in awhile. It won't be long before someone snags these Texans up.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/foreignoren.jpg
[B]FOREIGN OREN
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/foreignoren) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/foreignoren) | Website (http://www.foreignoren.com/)
While Dallas, TX may be known for the infamous Cowboy, there is another thing about it that many people don't know. That thing is Foreign Oren. They play a flawless blend of pop/indie. While they may be a major, you probably never heard of them. Well, now is your chance to take a listen and be on board when this band blows up.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/woodale.jpg WOODALE
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/woodale) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/woodale) | Website (http://www.woodalemusic.com/) (Unsigned )
Woodale is a band that just won't leave your head. You'll try to think of something else, but you'll find yourself humming their music. You want to know why? Because it is that damn good. With their song "Here" you'll know why.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/031606/citysleeps.jpg CITY SLEEPS
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/citysleeps) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/citysleeps) | Website (http://www.citysleeps.net/)
City Sleeps is going to be big. BIG! While it is taking Maverick forever to release their album Walker's Ridge, it is worth the wait for people who haven't heard it yet. You can bet your life savings that this band is going to be played all over the radio when the album drops. City Sleeps plays nothing out of the ordinary, but they can write some damn catchy songs. Take a listen to "Not An Angel" and "Just Another Day" and you'll know why.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/hercandane.jpg HER CANDANE
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/hercandane) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/hercandane) (Unsigned)
You like Every Time I Die? You like The Bled? Well, your in luck because these fellows are a mix of both and are damn good as well. With their in-your-face style of hardcore, their new album "No Battle", Her Canande never let up and never let you down.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/vantramp.jpg VAN TRAMP
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/vantramp) | Website (http://www.vantramp.com/)
Van Tramp is set to take the U.S. by storm with their new album "Wheels Of Fortune". The guys play good ol' rock n' roll. They'll remind you of The Rolling Stones at times, even Oasis. When listening to their music you can picture it played in front of thousands of people in giant arenas. So to all the labels here in the states, pay attention! Remember, 2006 - the year of the TRAMP!
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/oceansfiring.jpg OCEANS FIRING
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/oceansfiring) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/oceansfiring) | Website (http://www.oceansfiring.com/) (Unsigned)
Oceans Firing is one of those bands when you hear them for the first time, you are instantly hooked. Their infectious style of pop/indie/rock, whatever you want to call, will keep your feet a tapping and you singing along to every to word. Just like their fellow Texans, Ivoryline, this is another unsigned to watch for.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/cage9.jpg CAGE9
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/cage9) | Website (http://www.cage9.com/) (Unsigned)
Cage9 is everywhere, but you probably haven't heard of them. Their music is featured on the hit TV show "The Shield", in the new "Dukes of Hazzard" movie trailer, in "American Pie: Band Camp", and on ESPN/Japan.
While many people complain that modern rock is getting boring, here is a band to restore your faith in it. If you don't believe, go hear it for yourself.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/theradiofix.jpg THE RADIO FIX
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/theradiofix) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/theradiofix) (Unsigned)
When you think of Tennessee, you probably think of Elvis, Nashville, and country music. Well, there is a band called The Radio Fix from Dayton, TN that will take the place of two of those because Elvis is The King and you can't take his place.
The guys play pop/rock music a la Anberlin, Cartel, and The Academy Is. Take a listen to "Curse Me When You Leave" and fall in love. I know I am.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/nevertheless.jpg NEVERTHELESS
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/neverthelessband) | PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/neverthelesstn) | Website (http://www.neverthelessmusic.com/)
Just like the band above, Nevertheless hail from Tennessee and currently working on their new album with producer James Paul Wisner (Underoath, Dashboard Confessional). From what their EP had to offer, Nevertheless will be making waves in the rock community will their settle, yet high impact style of pop/rock. Head on over to their PureVolume (http://www.purevolume.com/neverthelesstn) page to stream their entire EP From The Inside Looking In.
http://www.breakingcustom.com/images/bandstohear/032706/discoensemble.jpg DISCO ENSEMBLE
MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/discoensemble) | Website (http://www.disocensemble.com/)
Disco Ensemble plays a perfect combo of punk/rock with a hint of pop influence. With their recent performance at SXSW, the guys are ready to show labels what they are truely capable of. It's only a matter of time before they gain some momemtum here in the states.