We choose this band as our Eddie Jason & Chris ReverbNation Artist of the Month back in September of 2012. Why? We knew they were a unique and fun spirited band that would eventually take a big seat in the alternative and indie music world (you can listen to that interview here). Fast forward to Warped 2013… not only are New Beat Fund hand selected to play at Warped, playing the Kevin Says stage, but they’ve also landed a big record deal on Red Bull Records. We couldn’t be more happy for and proud of New Beat Fund! Official Website
We caught up with an extremely talented (and young) band that is creating a lot of buzz at this year’s Warped tour, Echosmith. The band consists of siblings that are no older than 20-years-old. They’ve landed a major record deal, and are probably one of the most ridiculously talented bands we’ve ever seen play Warped Tour. We’re impatiently awaiting their first album release. Official Website
On their appropriately titled debut LP, Youth, Citizen unsurprisingly addresses coming-of-age angst – typical fodder for most young, earnest pop punk bands – yet somehow they accomplish it without sounding stale or cliche.
Waiting For The Dawn can go one of two ways: shuffled in with your summer CD collection to be blasted while driving down the highway, or excavated for a vastly deeper meaning. The album is conscientious in its commentary; always offering nuggets of wisdom and fresh ways to revamp your worldview for the brighter.
Satori is an epic of an album spanning the depths of human emotion. The lyrics are compelling, the melodies are complex but catchy, and the musicianship displays pure talent throughout.
With their third effort J.A.C.K., Forever The Sickest Kids do away with their slew of co-writers and producers, yet the end product, while fun and enjoyable, seems to lack much direction.
Disclaimer: Whenever, If Ever is a love/hate record. If you “get it,†you will be completely floored by its use of vast atmospheric textures and timbres, as well as its nostalgia factor. If you don’t, it will be a whiny, fragmented, enigmatic record that will be a struggle to listen to.
Real Friends are one of those bands who, although their musical repertoire is far from extensive, have yet to put out a bad song. Their latest EP Put Yourself Back Together is no exception – but there’s no sign of the band pushing their limits or trying something new.
With Feel, Sleeping With Sirens achieve every band’s goal: releasing a new album that offers something fresh while still retaining the sound their fans fell in love with. Whether your preference is angst-driven metal or poignant pop, this album is sure to leave you feeling something.
