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Audioconfusion
Audioconfusion is a recording studio in Mesa, Arizona. It was established 1996. The newest incarnation of the studio was built in 2006. It is owned and operated by Jalipaz Nelson. Audioconfusion is notable for its production and recording of various independent Phoenix bands, especially the first four studio albums by AJJ (and the majority of all of their recorded output with the exception of their two most recent studio records). The studio's sound emphasizes natural reverb and live recording methods. History Originally from Pennsylvania, Jalipaz Nelson settled in Arizona at the premature culmination of a road trip when he was hindered from crossing the California border due to ferret regulations. In 1995, Nelson attended an introductory recording program in Ohio prior to starting Audioconfusion in 1996. In 2004, he began The Audioconfusion Manifesto. In 2006, he constructed a new studio which measures 1000 ft2. He later partnered with Dan Somers, an early department head o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Red Tank!
Red Tank! is an American punk band from Phoenix, Arizona, United States that is currently based in Brooklyn, New York. They are known for their erratic sound and "high energy" performances which propel introspective, complex lyricism. They have been described as "caffeinated unk.. perfect for wrecking a living room: a combination of soaring scream-alongs and ecstatic existential anthems." History They have recorded with Jalipaz Nelson of Audioconfusion, who has worked with other Phoenix bands such as AJJ, Playboy Manbaby, Dogbreth, and Diners. The band refers to him as a "legend and a mentor". Red Tank! have been compared to "the snottier sides of No Age, Ty Segall, and Harlem". Red Tank! initially formed in 2010 as a side-project of band leader Clipper Arnold. They began releasing music and playing locally in earnest in 2011. Red Tank! also incorporated a new lineup in 2014. They have done both shorter and more extensive West Coast touring in January 2015, as well as Jul ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
People Who Can Eat People Are The Luckiest People In The World
''People Who Can Eat People Are the Luckiest People in the World'' is the second studio album by American folk punk band Andrew Jackson Jihad. The album was released by Asian Man Records on September 11, 2007. The title is derived from a line in Kurt Vonnegut's novel '' Hocus Pocus'' which itself is a reference to Barbra Streisand's song "People." The album was recorded and mixed by Jalipaz Nelson at Audioconfusion in Mesa, Arizona. The album artwork was illustrated by Ryan Piscitelli. "People II: The Reckoning" features an interpolation of Simon and Garfunkel's song "Mrs. Robinson," and "Survival Song" features lyrics from Woody Guthrie Woodrow Wilson Guthrie (; July 14, 1912 – October 3, 1967) was an American singer-songwriter, one of the most significant figures in American folk music. His work focused on themes of American socialism and anti-fascism. He has inspired ...’s " Do Re Mi." Track listing Personnel Andrew Jackson Jihad *Sean Bonnette - lead vocals ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Candy Cigarettes & Cap Guns
''Candy Cigarettes & Cap Guns'' is the first studio album from folk punk band Andrew Jackson Jihad AJJ is an American folk punk band from Phoenix, Arizona, originally formed in 2004 as Andrew Jackson Jihad. Their lyrics handle themes of shyness, poverty, humanity, religion, addiction, existentialism, and politics. Singer/guitarist Sean Bonnet .... The album was released by The Audioconfusion Manifesto in 2005. Track listing Personnel Andrew Jackson Jihad *Sean Bonnette - lead vocals, guitar *Ben Gallaty - bass, backing vocals *Justin James White – drums, percussion Additional Personnel *Mark Greer - mastering *Jalipaz Nelson - recording *Djentrification - artwork, layout References {{DEFAULTSORT:Candy Cigarettes and Cap Guns 2005 albums AJJ (band) albums ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Knife Man
''Knife Man'' is the fourth studio album by Andrew Jackson Jihad released by Asian Man Records on September 20, 2011. The album was recorded and mixed by Jalipaz Nelson at Audioconfusion in Mesa, Arizona. Track listing Critical reception Punk music review site AbsolutePunk gave the album a rating of 86 out of 100 with Dre Okorley concluding that "''Knife Man'' is synonymous to the gritted teeth and theatrical story lining of a clever manic depressive duo on a wild ride of political blindsiding and folk-rock maturity." Pop Matters gave the album a score of 8/10 stating "The moralizing on ''Knife Man'' does get heavy-handed at times, but the homespun simplicity and rage with which it’s delivered actually adds to its power." Also stating it was "one of the most remarkable albums you'll hear all year." Sputnikmusic gave the album 4.5/5. Personnel Andrew Jackson Jihad *Sean Bonnette - lead vocals, rhythm guitar, kazoo *Ben Gallaty - bass guitar, double bass, guitar, backing voc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Now We Have Something To Celebrate
Peachcake was an American electronic group from Phoenix, Arizona. History Early years Originally conceived by Stefan Pruett and John O'Keefe as an informal project with the aim of experimenting with electronic music, Peachcake developed into a national touring band. They originally did not plan to last longer than three shows, including a dismal first show at a small night club where the band was gated off from the audience. Peachcake released their first EP, titled ''Chain Letter EP'', in 2004 and garnered local success in Arizona, including the cover feature of the Phoenix New Times and playing with several large national acts including Explosions in the Sky, Of Montreal, and The Go! Team. The band started touring in mid-2005 all throughout the West Coast, the South and the Midwest. Some on their own and some with other indie bands and friends Femme Fatality, Less Pain Forever, and Adam Panic. In the latter part of the 2006, Peachcake joined forces with Jim Adkins' label, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Necronauts
The Necronauts is a band originally from Mesa, Arizona. It has been active for well over ten years and maintains a place in the Arizona punk rock scene, and has now started to find a place nationwide. History The Necronauts formed in 2000 in Dale and Billy Goodman's parents' trailer in East Mesa, Arizona, with Dale on drums and Billy on vocals and guitars. Together, they would produce a genre bending style of music that is all their own, but can mostly fit into simply punk rock. Over the years, they have enlisted the help of many different bass players, but currently on bass is Young Joe Edwards. The band's name comes from a comic book character created by Billy G.Escudero, Nicki''Get to Know: The Necronauts'', The Arizona Republic, June 18, 2009retrieved 2012-05-12 According to Billy, the meaning of "necronaut" is quite simple: necro, meaning dead, and naut, meaning sailor or explorer. In interviews, he has also said that it could be taken to mean "a fear of reflected light, l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Peachcake
Peachcake was an American electronic group from Phoenix, Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona. History Early years Originally conceived by Stefan Pruett and John O'Keefe as an informal project with the aim of experimenting with electronic music, Peachcake developed into a national touring band. They originally did not plan to last longer than three shows, including a dismal first show at a small night club where the band was gated off from the audience. Peachcake released their first EP, titled ''Chain Letter EP'', in 2004 and garnered local success in Arizona, including the cover feature of the Phoenix New Times and playing with several large national acts including Explosions in the Sky, Of Montreal, and The Go! Team. The band started touring in mid-2005 all throughout the West Coast, the South and the Midwest. Some on their own and some with other indie bands and friends Femme Fatality, Less Pain Forever, and Adam Panic. In the latter part of the 2006, Peachcake joined forces with Jim ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
AJJ (band)
AJJ is an American folk punk band from Phoenix, Arizona, originally formed in 2004 as Andrew Jackson Jihad. Their lyrics handle themes of shyness, poverty, humanity, religion, addiction, existentialism, and politics. Singer/guitarist Sean Bonnette and bassist Ben Gallaty are the only remaining founding members. History AJJ (formerly known as Andrew Jackson Jihad) was formed by Sean Bonnette, Ben Gallaty, and drummer Justin James White, who left the band soon after. They recorded the band's first LP, ''Candy Cigarettes & Cap Guns'', released through the Audioconfusion Manifesto label in 2005. On April 15, 2006, the band played as part of the 2006 New Times Music Showcase, nominated for Best Americana Band, and won a Best of Phoenix award later that year. They released a split LP with Ghost Mice on Plan-It-X-Records in 2007. Following this, Asian Man Records issued their second full-length album, ''People Who Can Eat People Are the Luckiest People in the World'', on September ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Independent Record Label
An independent record label (or indie label) is a record label that operates without the funding or distribution of major record labels; they are a type of small- to medium-sized enterprise, or SME. The labels and artists are often represented by trade associations in their country or region, which in turn are represented by the international trade body, the Worldwide Independent Network (WIN). Many of the labels started as producers and distributors of specific genres of music, such as jazz music, or represent something new and non-mainstream, such as Elvis Presley in the early days. Indies release rock, soul, R&B, jazz, blues, gospel, reggae, hip hop, and world music. Music appearing on indie labels is often referred to as indie music, or more specifically by genre, such as indie hip-hop. Overview Independent record labels are small companies that produce and distribute records. They are not affiliated with or funded by the three major records labels. According to Sound ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Can't Maintain
''Can't Maintain'' (stylized as ''can't maintain.'') is the third studio album by Andrew Jackson Jihad. Production Jeff Rosenstock played horns and theremin on the album. The release was mastered by Carl Saff. In 2019, AJJ frontman Sean Bonnette ranked ''Can't Maintain'' as his third favourite album from the band's six releases to dateDan Ozzi (2019"AJJ’s Sean Bonnette Ranks the Band’s Six Albums"''Noisey''. Published February 1, 2019. Retrieved June 20, 2020. and described it as "the only record thus far where we knew the sequence going into it." In 2019, AJJ celebrated the album's 10th anniversary by playing it in full at a fundraising concert in Phoenix, Arizona. Track listing Reception Adam Finley, writing for ''PopMatters'', described ''Can't Maintain'' as one of the best albums of 2009. Robin Smith of ''PopMatters'' wrote that the album "opened with scuzzy electric guitars and pounding drums" and called the track "We Didn't Come Here to Rock" a "delightfully ironic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Okilly Dokilly
Okilly Dokilly were an American heavy metal band from Phoenix, Arizona, United States, that played "Nedal" music; a subgenre of metal music themed around the animated character Ned Flanders from the television series ''The Simpsons''. All band members performed dressed as Flanders, and the majority of the lyrics to their songs are quotes of his. The band members go by the pseudonyms: Head Ned, Shred Ned, Zed Ned, Dread Ned and Bed Ned. The unusual concept behind the group has resulted in worldwide attention. The lead singer, Head Ned, said that Nedal music is "Not as fast as Bartcore, and a little cleaner than Krusty Punk”, references to hardcore punk and crust punk, respectively. As of June 3, 2019, the band has acquired over 66,000 likes on Facebook. The band's first studio album, '' Howdilly Doodilly'', was released on November 11, 2016. They announced their first nationwide tour via YouTube on February 5, 2017. On March 3, the band announced on instagram that Stead Ned an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Asian Man Records
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