EastScene » The Almost http://www.eastscene.com For all your music needs. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:47:02 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 en hourly 1 In Case You’re Wondering, Punk has Finally Gone… http://www.eastscene.com/2010/04/27/in-case-youre-wondering-punk-has-finally-gone/ http://www.eastscene.com/2010/04/27/in-case-youre-wondering-punk-has-finally-gone/#comments Tue, 27 Apr 2010 16:54:56 +0000 Bernarda Gospic http://www.eastscene.com/?p=7456 The “Punk Goes…” series of albums never cease to churn out overtly abundant covers of everything from pussy pop to “crunk”. I don’t know about you, but repeated attempts to remake classics is hurting my ears and soul. Sorry VersaEmerge, your profound undertaking is just painful. Punk Goes Classic Rock, y’all! The full album is streaming now on MySpace. Here’s the track listing:

1. Hit The Lights “More Than A Feeling” (originally recorded by Boston)
2. VersaEmerge “Paint It Black” (originally recorded by The Rolling Stones)
3. The Almost “Free Fallin’” (originally recorded by Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers)
4. Mayday Parade “We Are The Champions” (originally recorded by Queen)
5. The Summer Set “Rock ‘n Roll All Nite” (originally recorded by KISS)
6. We The Kings “Caught Up In You” (originally recorded by .38 Special)
7. A Skylit Drive “Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)” (originally recorded by Journey)
8. I See Stars “Your Love” (originally recorded by The Outfield)
9. Pierce The Veil “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” (originally recorded by Blue Oyster Cult)
10. Forever The Sickest Kids “Crazy Train” (originally recorded by Ozzy Osbourne)
11. The Maine “Pour Some Sugar On Me” (originally recorded by Def Leppard)
12. Envy On The Coast “All Along The Watchtower” (originally recorded by Bob Dylan as covered by Jimi Hendrix)
13. Every Avenue “Take Me Home Tonight” (originally recorded by Eddie Money)
14. Never Shout Never “Bohemian Rhapsody” (originally recorded by Queen)
15. blessthefall “Dream On” (originally recorded by Aerosmith)

]]> http://www.eastscene.com/2010/04/27/in-case-youre-wondering-punk-has-finally-gone/feed/ 0 The Almost Release Video for “Little Drummer Boy” http://www.eastscene.com/2009/12/11/the-almost-release-video-for-little-drummer-boy/ http://www.eastscene.com/2009/12/11/the-almost-release-video-for-little-drummer-boy/#comments Sat, 12 Dec 2009 00:45:42 +0000 Bernarda Gospic http://www.eastscene.com/?p=6990 The Almost have released a video for their Christmas cover, “Little Drummer Boy”, which can be seen right here. Merry Christmas!

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First off, who are you and what bands are you currently a member of?

I’m a member of the Almost and I also play with Captain Geech and the Shrimpshack Shooters.

When was The Almost first formed?

The Almost took shape in its very first baby-sized form, probably in late 2005 when Aaron just started writing stuff that didn’t necessarily fit the mold of Underoath.

What makes the music you guys produce better than the stuff that’s out there right now?

Studio musicians. When you hire the best, you get the best results.  Joking, I think we worked really hard on this last record, put every bit of ourselves into it that we could, and came out with a really good result. A lot of bands these days kind of phone their records in it seems like, “oh man, let’s make a sweet record, put it out quick, and go crazy live.”

Obviously with Underoath, there’s a message within the lyrics themselves that talk about the idea of something beyond a material world, something spiritual. Do you find yourself bringing the same ideas into when you’re writing with The Almost?

Of course. I think that if you’re a spiritual person, elements of your faith will be revealed through your acts, whether it be writing/painting/playing basketball/being a dentist.

What’s the hardest part of bring in two successful bands at the same time?

Well, Captain Geech doesn’t take up too much time for me. The Almost is really my first priority.

What inspires you personally as an artist?

I just love creating things. Whether it’s illustration or music, I love conveying ideas into something I can appreciate that doesn’t exist just in my mind.

Who’s your favourite band to tour with?

I really have a good time touring with Paramore. I love those guys. Our tour with The Used right now is super cool, too.

If you weren’t doing music right now, where do you think you would be?

I’d probably be illustrating children’s books somewhere.

How would you describe The Almost’s live show?

Like right under the level Kiss is at. Not AS much fire. Honestly, we just like to have fun, get the crowd stoked, and get a party going up onstage.

Best band tour experience?

A couple of years ago we played Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show on TV. Earlier that day I met Ronnie James Dio and Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath). If touring gets better than that, then I’m not going anywhere.

Worst band tour experience?

My first band (that included our drummer Joe) was driving to a show in our recently purchased van. We smelled smoke as we were driving and started seeing some come through the air vents. We immediately pulled over, and within about a minute, fire burst through the fire wall and completely torched the entire van. All of our clothes, CDs, fireworks, everything just gone. The seats were wire frames once the fire was put out. Crazy.

Some bands have certain habits that they form when they’re on the road. Are there any weird ones that you guys have, certain foods you have to have on the bus, etc?

Flatbread and hummus on this tour seems to be everyone’s favorite. It’s been a big cereal tour too; Cinnamon Toast Crunch is a real hit. We really know how to party.

Have you guys as a band noticed a change from Southern Weather (2007) to upcoming Monster Monster?

I think the songs are more fun to play live. I think as a record, it’s got a little more diversity to it musically. There’s big epic songs with strings, there’s songs that are more aggressive than SW, and there’s a cool little country-tinged song on there.

What should fans expect from this album?

A really entertaining album, beginning to end I think. I hope listeners will find some staying power with this one for sure.

Looks like you guys have a pretty solid tour schedule from now until around the end of November. Tour plans for the upcoming year?

As of right now, we’ll be hitting Australia in late February and into March, doing Soundwave Fest with My Chemical Romance, Janes Addiction, and Faith No More. Hopefully we’ll hit the US again in late spring or so, and then maybe do a little bit of summer touring.

SPEED ROUND

Last time you got a haircut?

Two years. I look like Crystal Gayle right now.

Best Halloween costume you ever had?

Dressed up as Gene Simmons when I was a little kid.

Most embarrassing moment with your parents?

Watched “Clerks 2″ with my dad. That kinda broke some serious ice.

Last pet?

I’ve got an awesome Boston terrier named Liam right now. Love that guy.

Boxers or briefs?

Boxer briefs.

Favourite tattoo, and its location?

I’ve got “Myrtle Beach 2001″ with the Chinese character for “party”

under it. That’s on my lower back, right over my butt crack.

Any special messages for fans?

Get Monster, Monster and start the party!

Fans can pre-order Monster, Monster on iTunes now.

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Nothing says rock and roll like a good meal, especially when it’s with the frontman of your favorite band. Fans of The Almost will have the chance to cook with singer Aaron in The Almost Culinary Contest. Entrants must submit a video of themselves cooking their favorite dish to the Culinary Contest YouTube Group, and Aaron will choose the recipe that he likes best. The winner will be flown out to the Capitol Tower in Los Angeles on November 10th to cook on camera with Aaron, and attend The Almost show at the Wiltern Theater later that night. The contest starts now and will run through October 30th, with the winner announced on November 2nd. Get all the details here.

]]> http://www.eastscene.com/2009/10/22/win-a-chance-to-cook-with-the-almost/feed/ 0 The Almost release video for first single “Lonely Wheel” http://www.eastscene.com/2009/10/02/the-almost-release-video-for-first-single-lonely-wheel/ http://www.eastscene.com/2009/10/02/the-almost-release-video-for-first-single-lonely-wheel/#comments Fri, 02 Oct 2009 20:03:41 +0000 Brennan Schnell http://www.eastscene.com/?p=6357

]]> http://www.eastscene.com/2009/10/02/the-almost-release-video-for-first-single-lonely-wheel/feed/ 0 The Almost Posts New Song http://www.eastscene.com/2009/09/17/the-almost-posts-new-song/ http://www.eastscene.com/2009/09/17/the-almost-posts-new-song/#comments Thu, 17 Sep 2009 23:10:59 +0000 Bernarda Gospic http://www.eastscene.com/?p=6049 Tampa, FL’s posi-rock band The Almost have posted a new song on their MySpace, titled “Lonely Wheel”. The boys are currently prepping for two major tours this fall, as well as the release of their sophomore record, Monster, Monster.

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]]> http://www.eastscene.com/2009/09/03/the-almost-get-release-date/feed/ 0 The Almost Anounce Headlining Fall Tour http://www.eastscene.com/2009/08/20/the-almost-anounce-headlining-fall-tour/ http://www.eastscene.com/2009/08/20/the-almost-anounce-headlining-fall-tour/#comments Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:17:45 +0000 Bernarda Gospic http://www.eastscene.com/?p=5427 Seems like everyone is touring this fall! The Almost are joining the nomadic ranks and are headlining their own tour, in support of their sophomore release Monster, Monster. This Providence, Anarbor, and The Dares will be opening, starting on the 23rd of September in St. Petersburg, FL. Tickets go on sale Saturday, August 23rd! Check out the dates below:


09/23/09 – State Theater – St. Petersburg, FL - http://www.statemedia.com
09/24/09 – Culture Room – Ft. Lauderdale, FL - http://www.cultureroom.net
09/25/09 – The Venue – Gainesville, FL
09/26/09 – Finlay Park – Columbia, SC
09/27/09 – The 7 Venue – Douglasville, GA - http://www.the7venue.com
09/29/09 – Visulite Theatre – Charlotte, NC - http://www.visulite.com
09/30/09 – Rocketown – Nashville, TN - http://www.rocketown.com
10/01/09 – New Daisy Theatre – Memphis, TN - http://www.newdaisy.com
10/02/09 – Bricktown Ballroom – Oklahoma City, OK
10/03/09 – Zombies – San Antonio, TX
10/05/09 – Club Congress – Tucson, AZ - http://www.hotelcongress.c..om
10/06/09 – Soma – Sidestage – San Diego, CA - http://www.somasd.com

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Guys, girls!

It’s been a really really long time since I’ve written a blog. I guess probably sometime back in Nashville. We were just starting on the album at that time. The album was a little baby in our collective bellies. We could feel it kicking and knew it was gonna be an awesome one.
Welp. We gave birth to it. It was a fat little, long-haired, tattooed baby of rock. We love it. We’re caring for it. Alex is breast-feeding it. Ok…enough baby metaphors. It’s getting kinda gross.
As I type this, I’m listening to my newly acquired mastered, completed version of “Monster, Monster” for the first time. I can’t lie at say that a big smile isn’t plastered across my goofy southern face. I’m proud of this thing. All of it. We had the best time making it, and I think that comes across in the tunes. I’m sure we’ll release a new song sometime in the coming weeks to hear you approval/disapproval/sarcastic/loving comments. We love ‘em all.
We’re also gonna be releasing a set of shows for late September through November. Some will be headlining with some friends of ours, and some will be supporting a band you’ve heard of before. We’re gonna hopefully be hitting places we haven’t seen in a while, playing a lot of these new songs and few of the choice nugs from the last record. I can’t believe I just typed out “choice nugs.” Whatever… If you make it out to a show, I’m hoping you can meet the guy who’s gonna be back behind the drum kit for us. His name is Joe Musten and he’s one of my oldest and best friends (as in friendship tenure, not actual age…he’s not like Gandalf back there) and one the best drummers I know. Joe and I used to be in a band called Beloved a few years ago, and one of our constant tour buddies was Aaron. It’s funny how things turn out, as we’re all now in the same band, playing rock and roll songs. Joe also has a megal broooootal band called Advent where he sings. They’ll kick you in the junk.
Anyways…We’ve got a lot coming up. We’re gonna be back on the road a lot more often and we’re gonna have a TON of cool news being released really really soon. It seriously warms my heart to think about getting back on the road and seeing a lot of familiar faces. Thanks so much for sticking around with us through all this boring downtime. We read your comments and try to read your emails as much as we can. You guys are amazing and we really love you.
The end.
xo,
dustin wesley redmon
stage right guitar
the almost
get awesome inc
]]> http://www.eastscene.com/2009/08/10/the-almost-has-album-news/feed/ 0 The Used Are Joining in on the Massive Fall Touring Schedule Fun http://www.eastscene.com/2009/08/10/the-used-are-joining-in-on-the-massive-fall-touring-schedule-fun/ http://www.eastscene.com/2009/08/10/the-used-are-joining-in-on-the-massive-fall-touring-schedule-fun/#comments Mon, 10 Aug 2009 16:32:37 +0000 Bernarda Gospic http://www.eastscene.com/?p=5218 The Used are ready for a mobile trek, bringing along the Almost and Drive A for moral and musical support. This will be the debut tour for their upcoming album Artwork, which will be released at the end of the month. Check out the press release and dates below to see if they’ll be stopping in your town.

Early critical acclaim for the Matt Squire-produced Artwork has been effusive.  Outburn (which the band currently graces the cover of) praised its “humbling ability to sound scrappy and raw while being perfectly polished and huge,” while Alternative Press states “The Used have delivered not only the definitive album of their career but arguably one of the best records you’ll hear in 2009. 4 ½ stars.”

The Used’s legions of fans are responding as well.  The first single, “Blood On My Hands” premiered on iTunes with over 5k downloads in the first day, the highest digital debut in the band’s history.  The video for the song debuted on MySpace and shot directly to the #1 spot, with 200,00 views in the first 24 hours.  The band is one of MySpace’s Top 15 artists, with over 100,000 streams a day on the site.  The second track to premiere on iTunes will be “Born To Quit.”  It will be released on August 11th.

10/9/09 – Las Vegas, NV
10/10/09 – Salt Lake City, UT
10/11/09 – Denver, CO
10/13/09 – Minneapolis, MN
10/14/09 – Kansas City, MO
10/16/09 – Chicago, IL
10/17/09 – Detroit, MI
10/18/09 – St. Louis, MO
10/20/09 – Toronto, ON
10/21/09 – Montreal, QC
10/23/09 – Boston, MA
10/24/09 – Baltimore, MD
10/25/09 – Washington, DC
10/27/09 – New York, NY
10/28/09 – Philadelphia, PA
10/30/09 – Myrtle Beach, SC
10/31/09 – Orlando, FL
11/01/09 – Atlanta, GA
11/03/09 – New Orleans, LA
11/05/09 – Dallas, TX
11/06/09 – Houston, TX
11/07/09 – Austin, TX
11/09/09 – Phoenix, AZ
11/10/09 – Los Angeles, CA
11/11/09 – San Francisco, CA
11/13/09 – Seattle, WA
11/14/09 – Portland, OR

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