Screamed onto the indie scene in 2007.
It all started with a smoke and a question about Staind… ? That fateful day would become the day that Ethanol would begin. For the most part of 2008 Ethanol-58 have been a 4 piece rock band and grew to a 5 piece, with amazing riffs and chest pounding kick ass rhythm. For some bands, a drummer is a drummer, just someone to keep the beat, but for Ethanol-58 Regal provides the backbone to the bands sound, and bass guitarist Kort matches him perfectly. Aidan rips up the riffs and blows the audience away with his matching energy and backing vocals, while Ben keeps the bands rhythm in check. Chris has become a vocal force to reckon with. In most bands of this musical talent you would expect screaming vocals that never cut through, however, Chris changes the format by adding catchy lyrics and melodies to each hard out tune, and completes this bands magic. It is one thing to read or hear how great a band is but to see Ethanol-58 live on stage is an exhilarating experience. The band has more energy than the power it takes to run the sound system and the fans know it as they form a mosh pit that is not fit for the faint hearted. This band is definately heading for rock stardom.
Elepho
Formed in 2002, it was a dream project between co-founders Connery Faire and Mark Brady AKA Spider.
Spider and Faire held auditions in late 2002 and secured Joe Teinakore on drums and Jamie Wipiiti on lead guitar. Drummer Teinakore soon changed the comfortable songwriting styles of Faire and Spider with his time signature changes and upbeat rhythms. The band quickly wrote some catchy tunes and utilised both Faire and Spiders lyrical and vocal talents. Sadly, Jamie left the band to pursue other interests while the other three plundered on. After 5 years of different lineups on guitar and bass, they decided to stick with Connery Faire as their bass player. Lead guitarists have come and gone but Spider (although a rhythm guitarist) added lead lines and elements to their debut album in the studio.
Originally named "Last Flight Out (LFO)", they changed their name in 2007, although it is still pronounced "LFO". The band remains a 3 piece and still packs a punch on the stage.
Elephos' debut album "Autonomy" was released in May 2008 (NZ Music Month).
Mystery Liquid
"Mystery Liquid are an Auckland based alternative funk/rock band. Since 2002 they have been steadily growing a loyal fan base, with their exciting mixture of funk, rock and heavy grooves, that never fails to impress. Mystery Liquid's live energy is contagious....".
Si Folkard - Vocals
Dan Slater - Guitar
Jason Wilson - Bass
Mat Slater - Drums
The Zoup
(formerly Moloko Vellocet) is an emerging modern rock band from Auckland, New Zealand.
The Zoup became the first winner of the New Zealand Emergenza band competition in 2008 (under the name Moloko Vellocet). The band then went on to place 3rd in the Australasian final at the Metro Theatre in Sydney. Around 260 bands entered from Australia and NZ.
The Zoup will be recording their debut EP in March 2009 which is set to be released later in the year
This Theory of Static
This Theory of Static was formed in 1998 as "breathingunderwater" in Auckland New Zealand by guitarist/singer Dean Young and set about creating the project's first EP "Aquatic Ceremony" released on MP3.com the following year.
In 2000, "Horizonchrist" breathingunderwater's critically acclaimed debut album was released online. The album would go on to scoop two awards at the 2001 Bay of Plenty Music Awards.
In 2006, after a name clash with an American band, breathingunderwater became This Theory of Static. The band's much delayed 3rd album, "R[evolve]" was released under the new name and showcased a much more abrasive sound than previous efforts.
In mid 2007, plans were put in place to finally bring the band to the stage. With Jerome Buckleigh, [Guitar] Matt Burling, [Bass] Adam Vink, [Keyboards/Guitar] and Luke Hale [Drums] on board, This Theory Of Static have hit the live scene and are currently putting the finishing touches on the band's 4th Album "Electricity".
The Casino Riot
The Casino Riot (formerly known as Sinfura) formed in early 2007 and since then has played numerous shows and has released a 5 track Ep titled “Lay to Rest”. From this EP they have released their first single "Trial and Error" which had its music video aired on C4 Select Live and Alt TV. They are currently in the works of completing their full length debut album which will be out early 2009 and plan on doing a nationwide tour as well as releasing more singles.
The band also has future plans on working towards moving overseas to spread their music further and pushing them to an international act.
T.C.R is:
Iliyas Hafiz - Lead Vocals/Guitar
Jim Clynes - Bass/Production
Edz Greaves – Drums
Vaughn Mittens - Lead Guitar
Hangman
Auckland 4 piece HANGMAN creates an energetic and original mix of Rock, Funk, Reggae and Hip Hop. Sonically and stylistically, the band has varied influences. From artists such as; Rollins Band, Beastie Boys, Helmet, Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Rage Against the Machine to older influences such as; Public Enemy, Jimi Hendrix, The Wailers, Ohio Players and Led Zeppelin.
RELEASES
In August '07 the band released the 'Raw Materials' EP. This contained the track "Break", for which a video was released (produced by Mikey Rockwell), receiving airplay on Juice TV, C4 and ALT TV. The EP's opening track "Stuck" received airplay on 95BFM, while "Bring It Back (Mikes remix),"She" and "Grind" have all received airplay on Kiwi FM
The new 6 track EP “Trade Goods” is out now. Available on CD from the band/website and from Amplifier!
For more info on Hangman, visit their Official Website
