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Digital Veil
''Digital Veil'' is the third album by American progressive metal band The Human Abstract. The album was released on March 8, 2011, through E1 Music. ''Digital Veil'' marks the return of founding guitarist A.J. Minette, who left in 2007, and the introduction of the new lead vocalist Travis Richter, who replaced former vocalist Nathan Ells. The first single off the album, titled "Faust," was released digitally on November 16, 2010. Background Prior to working on ''Digital Veil'', The Human Abstract went through a few line-up changes. In November 2009, the band announced that they had parted ways with vocalist Nathan Ells who sang on 2006's ''Nocturne'' and 2008's ''Midheaven''. Due to conflicting statements from the band and Ells, there was some debate on whether the singer quit or was fired. After his departure, the group held open auditions for a new singer. In April 2010, The Human Abstract announced that Travis Richter of The Color of Violence, and formerly of From First to La ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Human Abstract (band)
The Human Abstract was an American progressive metalcore band from Los Angeles, California. Formed in 2004, the group was originally signed to the independent label Hopeless Records, the band then released the two albums '' Nocturne'' (2006) and ''Midheaven'' (2008) before signing to eOne Music and releasing ''Digital Veil'' (2011). The Human Abstract went through several lineup changes over the years, with the final consisting of founding members Dean Herrera, A.J. Minette and Brett Powell, in addition to Henry Selva and Travis Richter. History Formation and ''Nocturne'' (2004–2007) The Human Abstract formed in Los Angeles, California in 2004 with guitarists Dean Herrera and A.J. Minette, drummer Brett Powell, bassist Kenny Arehart, and vocalist Nick Olaerts. The group's name was derived from the title of a William Blake poem published in '' Songs of Experience'' in 1794. The band soon released a two-track demo to sell at live performances. They would later record addit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alternative Press (music Magazine)
''Alternative Press'' is an American entertainment magazine primarily focused on music and culture, now based in Los Angeles, CA. It generally provides readers with band interviews, photos, and relevant news. It was founded in 1985 by Mike Shea in Cleveland, OH. The company is now looked after by MDDN. Beginnings The first issue of ''Alternative Press'' was distributed at concerts in Cleveland, Ohio beginning in June 1985 by ''APs founder, Mike Shea to advocate bands playing underground music. The name for the magazine, ''Alternative Press'', was not a reference to the alternative rock genre, but referred to the fanzine being an alternative to the local press. Shea began working on his first issue in his mother's house in Aurora, Ohio. Shea and a friend, Jimmy Kosicki, targeted the Cleveland neighborhood of Coventry. Financial problems plagued ''AP'' in its early years and by the end of 1986, publication had ceased due to its financial problems, not resuming until the sprin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
This Or The Apocalypse (band)
HAWK (formerly This or The Apocalypse) is an American metalcore band from Lancaster, Pennsylvania that formed in 2005. History ''Monuments'' (2005–2009) In 2008 the band signed to European metal label Lifeforce Records, and released the album ''Monuments'' later that year. The band went on several tours throughout 2008 and 2009 with acts such as Kingston Falls, For Today, August Burns Red, A Skylit Drive, Sky Eats Airplane, and Greeley Estates across North America and Canada to promote Monuments. ''Haunt What's Left'' (2009–2011) The band was featured on season 1 episode 4 of the MTV show Silent Library, which aired January 2010 with members Rick, Rodney, Jack, Sean and Grant. On June 22, 2010, This or the Apocalypse announced their second studio album ''Haunt Whats's Left'' which was released on Good Fight/Road Runner Records. The album was recorded by Josh Wilbur and produced by Chris Adler of Lamb of God at Spin Studios in New York. Following the release of the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Scale The Summit
Scale the Summit is an American instrumental progressive metal band based out of Houston, Texas. It formed in 2004 and signed to Prosthetic Records. The band is influenced by other progressive acts such as Cynic and Dream Theater. The band gained notice as part of the Progressive Nation 2009 tour with Dream Theater, Zappa Plays Zappa and Bigelf. History Formation and early years Chris Letchford and Travis Levrier grew up in the same neighborhood, but never played music together until 2004, after they reconnected a few years earlier in a record store discussing a common interest, Between the Buried and Me. The duo formed a metal band in Houston that had trouble finding a bass guitarist and drummer. Letchford was set to attend the Los Angeles Musicians Institute a year after the band's formation, and Levrier decided to attend as well. The duo mainly hoped to meet new people to join their band, reasoning that their chances of doing so would be highest there, and after only ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
As Blood Runs Black
As Blood Runs Black is an American metalcore/deathcore band from Los Angeles, California. They have released three albums. Their first album, ''Allegiance'', was released on June 6, 2006. Their second album, ''Instinct'', was released on March 15, 2011. ''Instinct'' reached number 1 on the Billboard Heatseakers Albums chart and number 111 on the Billboard 200 for the week of April 2, 2011. On June 30, 2013, As Blood Runs Black announced that they would be self-releasing their newest album, ''Ground Zero'', with the help of crowdfunding via IndieGoGo; this was successful and the album was released on October 27, 2014. The band has gone through several lineup changes throughout its history, leaving no original members, though drummer Hector "Lech" de Santiago and bassist Nick Stewart have appeared on every studio album to date. History Formation, lineup changes, and ''Allegiance'' (2003–2007) As Blood Runs Black was created in 2003 in Los Angeles from an existing band known ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Born Of Osiris
Born of Osiris is an American progressive metalcore band formed in 2003 in Palatine, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. The band currently consists of lead vocalist Ronnie Canizaro, lead guitarist Lee McKinney, rhythm guitarist/bassist Nick Rossi, drummer Cameron Losch, and keyboardist/vocalist Joe Buras. Born of Osiris has played at various festivals including the Summer Slaughter TourBORN OF OSIRIS . MusicMight. Retrieved July 27, 2009. (2008, 2009, 2015 and 2018) and the Music as a Weapon Tour 4. The group underwent several name changes, including Diminished (2003–2004), Your Heart Engraved (2004–2006), and Rosec ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Darkest Hour (band)
Darkest Hour is an American heavy metal band from Washington, D.C., formed in 1995. Though failing to break through early in their tenure, the band has received acclaim for their albums '' Undoing Ruin'', '' Deliver Us'', and '' The Eternal Return''. ''Deliver Us'' debuted at number 110 on the ''Billboard'' album charts, with sales of 6,600, and their more recent effort ''The Eternal Return'' garnered them an even higher position in the ''Billboard'' album charts at number 104. Their latest album '' Godless Prophets & the Migrant Flora'' charted at 42 on the ''Billboard'' 200, a peak for the band, and it marked a stylistic shift in the band's discography. History Formation (1995–1999) Darkest Hour was formed on September 23, 1995, and initially consisted of vocalist John Henry, guitarist Mike Schleibaum, drummer Matt Maben, and bassist Raul Mayorga. The band released its first EP titled ''The Misanthrope'' in 1996 on a local label called Death Truck Records. In 1996, Darkes ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Atticus Clothing
Atticus is a brand of clothing founded in 2001 by Blink-182 members Mark Hoppus and Tom DeLonge, along with their childhood friend Dylan Anderson. Name The name Atticus Clothing was derived from several places, one being the main character's father in the book ''To Kill a Mockingbird'' by the author Harper Lee. In addition to the literary connection the name is derived from Herodes Atticus, a Greek rhetorician who spent his fortune supporting music and the arts. Logo The Atticus logo, created by Dylan Anderson, depicts a bird lying on its back in an almost cartoon death position, inspired by the ''To Kill a Mockingbird'' title. The logo also pays homage to the fictional record label Death Records in the 1974 Brian De Palma film Phantom of the Paradise. Music releases The company is heavily influenced by music and released three volumes of their ''Dragging the Lake'' compilation CDs. Each CD featured songs from bands such as Blink-182, Alkaline Trio, New Found Glory, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
USC Thornton School Of Music
The USC Thornton School of Music is a private music school in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 1884 only four years after the University of Southern California, the Thornton School is the oldest continually operating arts institution in Los Angeles. The school is located on the USC University Park Campus, south of Downtown Los Angeles. The Thornton School is noted for blending the rigors of a traditional conservatory-style education with a forward-looking approach to training the next generation of musicians. Highly regarded internationally, the school is widely ranked as one of the top 10 schools of music in the United States. History The USC Thornton School of Music was founded in 1884 and dedicated in 1999. It was named in honor of philanthropist Flora L. Thornton following a $25 million gift from her foundation. At the time, this was the largest donation to a school of music in the United States. In 2006, she donated an additional $5 million to support the facility nee ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
University Of Southern California
, mottoeng = "Let whoever earns the palm bear it" , religious_affiliation = Nonsectarian—historically Methodist , established = , accreditation = WSCUC , type = Private research university , academic_affiliations = , endowment = $8.12 billion (2021)As of June 30, 2021. , budget = $6.2 billion (2020–21) , president = Carol Folt , students = 49,318 (2021) , undergrad = 20,790 (2021) , postgrad = 28,528 (2021) , faculty = 4,706 (2021) , administrative_staff = 16,614 (2021) , city = , state = , country = United States , campus = Large City University Park campus, Heal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hopeless Records
Hopeless Records is an American independent record label in Van Nuys, California. History Hopeless Records was founded in 1993 by Louis Posen. The label's artists are generally considered to fall under the genres of punk rock, pop punk, post-hardcore, and alternative rock, but some also include elements of heavy metal. Some of their best-known artists include All Time Low, Sum 41, Neck Deep, Avenged Sevenfold, Thrice, Yellowcard, Anarbor, Taking Back Sunday, Silverstein, We Are the In Crowd, Bayside, the Used, the Wonder Years, the Human Abstract and Enter Shikari. In July 2008, Hopeless Records announced that it had launched a new imprint, P Is for Panda. It was originally started in 2007 as a clothing line by The Militia Group founder Chad Pearson. The label released its first album, a various artists compilation in August 2008. Artists Current * Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties *Afterlife * Anthony Raneri * Bayside *Brennan Savage * Destroy Boys *DE'WAYNE * D ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Human Abstract - Faust
''The'' () is a grammatical article in English, denoting persons or things already mentioned, under discussion, implied or otherwise presumed familiar to listeners, readers, or speakers. It is the definite article in English. ''The'' is the most frequently used word in the English language; studies and analyses of texts have found it to account for seven percent of all printed English-language words. It is derived from gendered articles in Old English which combined in Middle English and now has a single form used with pronouns of any gender. The word can be used with both singular and plural nouns, and with a noun that starts with any letter. This is different from many other languages, which have different forms of the definite article for different genders or numbers. Pronunciation In most dialects, "the" is pronounced as (with the voiced dental fricative followed by a schwa) when followed by a consonant sound, and as (homophone of pronoun '' thee'') when followed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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