New Sound's...New Find's!

In a world flooded with digital musical enhancements, I like to hear something raw and almost organic in comparison to the stagnant sound’s that surround us, I like to be caught and not bored, and that is what I hear in the upcoming duo ‘Dear Jealousy’. From the creator and former guitarist of the band ‘Chasing Thrill’, which I am already a big fan of myself, I’m interested to see where this new music venture takes Andy. The style is indie/acoustic with a quirky flair, his vocalist has similarities to Paramore’s Hailey and pop artist Cassadee Pope even a little Nora Jones. You can check out their cover of ‘Goyte’s’ Hit ‘Somebody I used to Know’ and a Drake and Rihana cover @ http://www.youtube.com/dearjealousy Keep an ear out for their new EP that will be out later this summer.

Anita Drink, just the name makes me want to know more! A rock trio that performs across Orlando bringing a weekend style to the stage as well as the legendary Jill Tower’s who if you didn’t already know has performed with so many great’s including Pat Benetar to Deep Purple just to name a few and is the lyricist behind ‘Save the Children’ for the North American Children’s Watch. Other band members include Jill’s daughter Kaleigh LeBeau on bass and Randy Coole on drums. They are a must see! Keep up to date on http://www.reverbnation.com/anitadrink

Interview with "Call to Start"

Hey, can all of you introduce yourselves to our reader's 
Chris - "Vocals" , Kevin - "Drums",  Mike- "Guitar",  Billy- "Bass", Brian - "Guitar"


2. How did you come upon the name 'Call To Start'?
"Well back when we were located in Merritt Island, we knew we wanted to represent our hometown in the name of our band. Merritt Island can probably be best described where the Kennedy Space Center is, so Call To Start resembles the countdown for the engines to start. We were also going through a reformation so a frest "start" was also a reason to the name."


3.Is there a particular artist that first inspired you to start playing music as individuals?
"We will probably give you the answer almost every pop-punk band gives, Blink-182. No matter what, everyone can love some blink."

4.How long have all of you been playing together?  
"Brian Billy and Kevin started up during the summer of 2010. During our reformation into Call To Start in February 2011 we added Mike, who was already a long time friend of the band. We went through singer changes and eventually got Chris November of 2011."

5.Venue you hope to one day perform at?
"Well, this was a hard question, because we all have different answers as to where we would dream to play. But we think it would be awesome to play a huge roof top party on a city like New York or South Beach."


6. What is the weirdest/funnest thing that has ever happened to you while performing?
"We were playing a show in our hometown of Merritt Island, our first show with Chris, and we got a noise complaint. The owner of the park came out, interuppted our set and told us we got a noise complaint. Chris went on to congratulate the crowd on the noise complaint and the owner (ex marine) yelled at Chris calling him a Smart Ass. Lol, that sucked."


7.If you were 'DARED' to do a cover of a Britney Spears song, which one would it be?
"Her entire discography. We jam to her all the time."

8.Who would be you dream band/artist to tour with?
"We couldn't come to a final answer. But we would create a tour with The Foo Fighters, Blink 182, and A Day To Remember."

9.What is the #1 song on your playlist right now?
"Satisfaction by Benny Benassi."

10. Favorite candy? :)
Billy-"Starburst"
Mike-"Peanut M&m's"
Kevin- "Swedish Fish"
Brian - "Sour Patch Kids"
Chris - "Reese's Peices"
Thanks so Much, We will see you @ Bombshell's on the 4th!

Orlando Rock's April 7th @ HOB '12

This Past Saturday (April 7th) @ The House of Blues Shut Up and Dance took the stage and grabbed the audience's attention with their hybrid version of the pop/rock dance style that's a little on the addictive side of things especially their cover of 'Marry The Night' by Lady Gaga. Lead singer Jessi has a great stage presence and is so exciting to watch her perform, and Joey seems to have a veteran style that screams that he belongs on that stage. Sadly though it was Chad's (SUAD guitarist) last performance as part of the band... "We love you Chad"! You can catch Shut Up and Dance performing @ the FMF on April 19th and with Chasing Thrill on May 4th @ 7pm inside of Bombshell's Tavern in Orlando!

www.FaceBook.com/ShutUpAndDanceMusic

Alternative Rock band Mr.Bella took the next set changing the mood of the room and the sound in the venue but keeping the excitment in the room consistent to SUAD as they engaged the audience adding to their rock solid performance they offer up a unique infused musical style even covering an unexpected 'Just Dance' by Lady Gaga but a very good unexpected :)
www.MrBella.com

You can catch our interview with Mr. Bella on HearThatTuneMusic.blogspot.com and MyLakeLibrary.org ~TeenLib



Mandi <3

Orlando Rocks!

April 7th @ The legendary House Of Blues
located inside of DownTown Disney.

Featuring The band's:
Shut Up and Dance
Mr. Bella
DollFace
Hemme

Show starts @ 7pm

Interview with the reggae/hip-hop band 'I-Resolution'

Hey guy’s your sound is a little unexpected with a cool underground feel for today’s punk/rock take over, but before I start picking you for details: 1. Can you introduce yourselves to our reader’s?
Alex (Drummer), Ali(vocals, meladica,guitar), Jake (guitar lead), Mark(Bass)

2. I-Resolution, who was behind this band name and what is the meaning behind it?

Originally we thought about calling the band High Resolution, meaning you know in High Definition or very high quality. Then we decide to change High and replace it with the letter I- just to make it more reggae, more roots and culture.

3.If you had to describe your style and sound in 2 word’s what would you say? Positive Energy


4.As a band how long have all of you been playing/performing together?

We all came on at different times. I would say that the band has been in around for almost two years but this group of players a little under a year.

5. As a band Who is your greatest musical inspiration/influence?

A lot of influences, Bob Marley, Burning Spear, Steel Pulse, Sizzla, Buju Banton, and that’s just our influences from one genre.

6.If you guy’s had the opportunity to open for any artist of the past or present who would it be?

Right now I would love to open up for Junior Gong and Nas

7. What is your goal for this band?

We want to tour, represent Orlando to the world, just spread good music.

8. What is the venue that you are most anticipating playing at one day?

I’d love to play a big stadium in Japan, or Brazil.

9. What is the song you can’t get enough of at the moment?

Ali- Simi- (one of our songs)

Now to the question’s that seem to matter the most ;)

10. What’s the most embarrassing song you turn-up and tell no one about?

Ali- I love the theme song from the office, I blast that when it comes on

11.Favorite Junk Food?

Ali- Del Taco

Thank You guy’s for the interview…

I-Resolution's Facebook page

The Cab stops @ The Social

Friday, January 20th @ The Socal
 
5 bands 1 awesome night!

The Cab

Las Vegas created rock/pop band The Cab released their first album 'Whisper War' on April, 29th 2008, being called the 'Band you need to know in 2008' by Alternative Press Mgazine and featured in the list 'the 100 bands you need to know in 2010'.

Crowd's loved the soulful/pop sound of their first single 'Bounce' and following with a collabertion with the powerpop band from Florida 'Hey Monday' with their song 'Take My Hand'. Now with the bands fresh single 'Bad' off their Sophmore album 'Syphony Soldier' (out now), no one will be hungry for a catchy chorus you just wanna turn up a little too loud!

The Summer Set

Is an upbeat band that could probably make a cover of any random melancholy song sound liket the summer song of the year! This powerpop/rock band was formed in 2007 in Arizona. Might I suggest a quick listen to their song 'Someone Like You':)

Days Difference

A quaret from Virginia that seemed to go through some crazy and unexpected situations that tryed to derail their musical journey, but the guy's kept going and were signed by Universal Motown in June 2008 followed by Disney casting band member's Jeremy, Jonathon, Micah, and Jeremiah to play Miley's backing band in the big screen make of Hannah Montanna. Day's Difference has toured with acts such as Plain White T's,All Time Low,We The King's, and Cartel, and their single 'Speakers' peaked at #25 on the AC chart and was featured on the 2011 season finale of the Vampire Diaries. wicked;)

He Is We

Is the indie/pop duo from Tacoma, Wa. Consisting of Rachel Taylor and Trevor Kelly. Their first full length album 'My Forever' was releasedin November 2010. You can check out the bands facebook as they update with newest information.

Paradise Fears

Six friends from South Dakota is the ingredientss for the band 'Paradise Fears'. Winning th mid-west Bttle of the Band's at which they were compared to "N'sync meets a UFC cage match". The band's debut full length album 'Yours Truly' will be out soon...

For Show and Venue info go to : http://www.thesocial.org/event/89403/

XL 106.7 X-MAS show

XL 106.7's X-MAS show is back and bigger than ever before Getting acts together and under the same roof that might otherwise never happen. Invading the Lake Buena Vista House of Blues on December 12th, 13th and 14th, with performances by Jason Derulo, Karmin, The Fray, the one and only AVRIL LAVIGNE, the indie/pop band The Cab who hooked me 'Vegas Skies' and reeled me in with 'Bad', former Fall Out Boy front man Patrick Stump with his new 'Soul Punk' sound (but for all those FOB fans 'long live the car crash hearts:) as well as powerhouse Gavin Degraw and techno/alt dance band Cobra Starship, and Skylar Grey.

This line-up is sick, you have a wide varity of genres covered by some of the most talented artist of those genres! This will be EPIC!

For show details go to:http://www.xl1067.com/pages/xlentxmas2011.html

And I didn't forget; for your local music fix check out the winner of Orlano's Best band Alternative rockers 'A Brilliant Lie'. http://www.facebook.com/ABrilliantLie

"Shut Up and Dance"


Interview By:Mandi of Hear That Tune Music


1.Your style is really refreshing, how would you describe your sound?
 "I would describe our song as a modern twist to the 80's songs we love so much."

2.'Shut Up and Dance' is very descriptive and a little demanding, I love it, How did you come to that phrase as your band name?
"Well, anyone who hangs out with us for more than a minute will instantly pick up on the fact that we are all huge movie buffs. One of our top favorites is Waynes World, and in Waynes World II, the concept of if you "book them, they will come" seems to present itself as the on going theme. At the end of the movie, Aerosmith shows up to save the day, and plays there hit song, "Shut Up and Dance".


3.If you could only choose one song off you EP for a stadium of people to hear which track would it be?
"Definitely "Believe In Us". Not only did we pick that track to represent the entire album name, but it reminds all of us in Shut Up and Dance that we have dedicated so much of our lives to this project and to keep believing in ourselves along the way as we continuing to gain support from so many amazing people. The song itself is the one song we feel will remain with us as we continue to grow, timeless if you will."


4.How long have all of you been playing together?
"Well the majority of the members have grown up in the same scenes whether it was playing in the same bands or taking the stage with each other and decided to come together to produce a style of sound we all could enjoy. The band that we play in today was finalized when Jessi Riese, lead vocalist, joined the roster earlier this year. "


5.If you could do a cover of any song what song would it be?
"We definitely have had numerous discussions about which song would be best and although the majority of them seem to be right up are alley, remixing some of our favorites classics of the 80's, sometimes covers get the best results from coming outta left field, and picking something that fans would not expect. Either way, we are soon to release a cover that we have agreed on and we think will get the reaction from our fans, but until the release, we are gonna keep it under wraps."


6. I was at the Ladies Rock show at The House of Blues on Aug.13th, if you were to go on a US tour which of those bands would you want to open for 'Shut Up and Dance'? (Lilly and the Tigers, A Brilliant  Lie, Dollface)
"Honestly, that was the first time we had to the chance to play with all three of these bands and that show for us was one of our favorites. It would be great to go on tour with any or all three of those bands."


7. What would be your dream venue/place to perform?
"We all have different opinions on this one as well, ranging from more nostalgic venues such as CBGB to a more intense arena atmosphere such as Radio City Music Hall, but one of our biggest goals is to make it over seas."


8. What has been your proudest moment as of now for 'Shut Up and Dance'?
"The ability to play our hometown House of Blues multiple times is always surreal. Most any bands you'll ask will tell you that the moment the crowd sings your songs louder than yourself, is a something you'll never forget."


9.*Fan choice* Favorite Fast Food? (each member)
Jessi- "Wendy's "
Joey- "Pollo Tropical"
Chad- "In and Out Burger"
Kyle- "Taco Bell"
Sean- "Chick-fil-a"
"So you can imagine how insane it is to agree on what to eat when we're on the road."


10. Any shout out's to your Central Floida Fans?
"Central Florida is our Hometown! We can't thank our fans and families enough for all the support we've received and the crowds definitely represent in Orlando."

Buy their NEW single "If you let me" on iTUNES now!

Rock Pink 'Ladies Rock'

This past Saturday was Rock Pink 'Ladies Rock' at the House of Blues, An Epic Night of contagious Dance and Rock Music by bands new and on the rise. With the Orlando based 'Rock Pink' that brings music and humanity together to raise awareness and support for local breast cancer programs, along with WJRR's SupaDave!

 I honestly came to see 'Shut Up and Dance', who may I mention did not dissapoint. From the moment the curtained opened the band kept the audience in a state of guesssing what may happen next, with their techno/rock beats sharing lead vocals between the contrasting tones of a male and female leads, I fully advise picking up their Brand NEW EP 'Believe in Us'!

What I didn't expect was to come out of the venue as a fan of bands I had not even heard of before that night!

Opening the night was pop/rock band Lily and the Tigers, infusing their sound with dance and club sounds. The different styles made a great mix and I will definitely see them perform again.

A Brilliant Lie did a awesome set and did not dissapoint, if your unawre of this alternative/rock band you must look them up.

Now, the band that was such a complete surprise was Dollface, to be honest I didn't expect a lot with society's previous experiences with 'girl band's' but these tough rockers did more than brake the mold they stole the whole show with their energetic perfomance and catchy melodies, a crazy combination of Dance and rock with a creative delivery that I had not seen in an all female group, and I'm clearly still caught in the the moment because their song 'We can dance forever' is undeniably stuck in my head only rivaled by the darkness in the song 'Mizery'. For those of you in the Orlando area You may already know of the lead singer Tiffany Martin, she is part of Monsters In The Morning 6 a.m.- 11 a.m. on Real Radio 104.1 WTKS.

So if your not already a fan of 'Shut Up and Dance' go 'like' their facebook page NOW!

And check out Lily and the Tigers along with Dollface!

DollfaceClick Here

Lily and the Tigers Click Here

Shut Up and Dance Click Here

A Brilliant Lie Click Here

Battle of the Bands 2011 Results

Battle of the Bands 2011
Friday Night we gathered at the Wesley Center in DownTown Clermont to watch as 5 of the best bands in Florida battled it out for $500 at the end of the Night!

Our Guest MC  for the night was the beautiful Lucienne Diver, the best selling author of Vamped, Revamped and Bad Blood. She did a fabulous job throughout the entire night.

Kicking off the night was the band Set The Score, followed by the guy's of Fallback 16,  then taking the stage was Radagun  proceeded by the Hard Rockers of DeadBolt Revival and closing the night was a fun performance by the punk/rockers of Vagrant Undertow!

  The night's big winners were announced by our MC Lucienne Diver as 2nd place went to Vagrant Undertow and first place and winner of $500 was  DeadBolt Revival!

With Great Bands; Set The Score, FallBack 16, Radagun, DeadBolt Revival and Vagrant Undertow the show had great music and sensational talent. And another BIG thanks to  Chick-fil-a, Lake County Libray System, Lake Front TV, First United Methodist Church and Lucienne Diver!

Interview with 7Months Later @ House of Blues

 '7 Months Later' inside House of Blues 7/23/11 

http://7monthslater.com/

By: Mandi From: HTT music

7 Months Later, who came up with that and what exactly does it mean?

Chris " It's just the story of how the band started, behind the scenes if you will, Adam over here asked me to be in a band with him and I was unsure about it at the moment, but about 7 months later we ended up becoming a band."

Now,are you all Originally from Orlando?

"Yes...Yes"

How would you describe your sound?

Adam "Mostly Alternative/Rock would be I think the best word's to use, It's hard to generalize because we don't want to stereotype our music."

As a band who is your biggest musical influenes?

"I think we have a lot of different influences, and  one of us has a lot of different musical influences, but I mean we share some mutual ones probably Foo Fighters, Foo Fighters is a big one, probably Jimmy Eat World too, Yellowcard and Coldplay."

You guy's did a Lady Gaga cover, now I must ask are you 'little monster's' or was Edge of Glory just a really good song to cover?

"Well, It's popular... We're not Lady Gaga fans but when we heard that song it was Kinda like well this is something more relevant I feel that she's done and we felt like we could capitalize on that :) I don't know give and ' Edge' to it. Edge... of...Glory!"

How did you feel to be apart of Red, Hot and Boom's Next Big Thing Contest and any thoughts on the winner's?

Adam "Well Me and Nick are friends with the front man of the band that won (Sound Express) so we know him and we were happy for him, Of course we wouldn't have mind winning." Chris "But if it's gonna be someone at least be someone were friends with."

If you could open for any artist touring right now who would it be?

"Foo Fighters. They are playing pretty big shows."

Now HOB is one of my favorite venues, do you four have a favorite venue to perform at?

House of Blues

Ok, #1 song on your playlist right now?

"Probably New ColdPlay and we've been listening to 'Joyride' by There for Tomorrow"

Favorite snack/junk food?

Adam"White Cheddar Cheez-its"

David "pretzel M&M'S

Nick "Reese's Pieces

Chris "Popcorn"

Alright, any shout outs to your fans?

"Thanks Mom...dogs, sister!" "Our fans really mean a lot to us Thank You!" 

BOTB's promo Aug. 5th 2011

The Wesley Center, Clermont Fl August 5th @ 6pm