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Rob Ramos
Strung Out is an American punk rock band from Simi Valley, California, formed in 1989. They are known mainly for their musical style, which fuses aspects of melodic punk rock, progressive rock and heavy metal to form their primary sound. They have released nine studio albums on Fat Wreck Chords as well as one Live album, 2 B-sides collections, a best-of, a box set and appeared on numerous compilations and skate/surf/dirt bike/offroading videos. They have played on the Warped Tour and continue to tour internationally. The band currently have an ongoing collaboration beer with Lucky Luke Brewing Company called “Astrolux Golden Ale”. Their albums have charted on the Billboard 200. History The band formed in 1989 in Simi Valley, California. The original lineup consisted of vocalist Jason Cruz, guitarists Rob Ramos and Jake Kiley, bassist Jim Cherry and drummer Adam Austin. After releasing a self-titled 7" record, they became one of the first bands to be signed to Fat Wreck Chor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jason Cruz
Jason Alexander Cruz (born February 6, 1974) is the American lead singer and lyricist of punk band Strung Out, which formed in 1989 when he was 15 years old. He is also an artist, and a poet and fronts his roots Americana band 'Jason Cruz and Howl'. His personal website showcases his various forms of original artwork (paintings as well as graphic design and photography). Early life Cruz grew up in and around Los Angeles. He focused his energies on art and creative writing in school and began playing with Strung Out in 1991 in Southern California. Jason's major influences include classic artists such as Tom Waits, Jimi Hendrix, Hank Williams Sr, William Burroughs, Charles Bukowski, and Bob Dylan and visual artists Robert Mcginnis and Jean-Michel Basquiat. He has said that he was influenced by the desert, dirt road swap meets and the melancholy music that his mother used to listen to when he was growing up.Apicella, Vinnie. "Strung Out: Jason Cruz; Girls, guns and caffeine bom ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Suburban Teenage Wasteland Blues
''Suburban Teenage Wasteland Blues'' is the second album by American punk rock band, Strung Out with Fat Wreck Chords. The album was released on April 23, 1996. The title is an amalgamation of Bob Dylan's song "Subterranean Homesick Blues" and a phrase from the song "Baba O'Riley" by The Who. The album received positive reviews from critics and fans alike. It was remastered and re-released on April 15, 2014 as part of the first volume of Strung Out's 20th anniversary box set. Track listing All lyrics by Jason Cruz, all leads by Rob Ramos except "Firecracker" by Jake Kiley #"Firecracker" – 2:52 (Jim, Jake) #"Better Days" – 2:24 (Jake, Rob) #"Solitaire" – 2:53 (Rob) #"Never Good Enough" – 2:18 (Jake, Rob) #"Gear Box" – 3:31 (Jake, Rob) #"Monster" – 2:21 (Jim, Rob) #"Bring Out Your Dead" – 2:51 (Jim, Rob) #"Rottin' Apple" – 2:28 (Jim, Rob) #"Radio Suicide" – 2:13 (Jim) #"Somnombulance" – 2:23 (Jim, Rob) #"Six Feet" – 1:45 (Jim, Jake) #"Speedball" – 2:02 (Ro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Songs Of Armor And Devotion
''Songs of Armor and Devotion'' is the ninth studio album from the American punk band Strung Out. It was released on August 9, 2019 through Fat Wreck Chords on CD and LP. ''Songs of Armor and Devotion'' is the only album to feature drummer RJ Shankle, prior to his departure in July 2022. It was generally received well by critics. Shortly after, two collaboration beers was released with Lucky Luke Brewing Company (Palmdale, CA) in conjunction with the album release. One named “Armor” an IPA and “Devotion” a citrus wheat beer. Background Fat Wreck Chords announced the album on June 4, 2019, after frontman Jason Cruz already revealed the name of the new album, ''Songs of Armor and Devotion,'' on May 15 on Episode 15 of the Dying Scene Podcast. A song on the new album, "Daggers", was released the same day. A US tour with The Casualties in the fall of 2019 was announced on June 11. A new song called "Under the Western Sky" was released with an accompanying music video on Jul ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jar Of Flies
''Jar of Flies'' is the third studio EP by the American rock band Alice in Chains, released on January 25, 1994, through Columbia Records. This is Alice in Chains' second acoustic EP, preceded by 1992's '' Sap'', and it is the first EP in music history to debut at No. 1 on the ''Billboard'' 200 chart, with the first week sales exceeding 141,000 copies in the United States. The self-produced EP was written and recorded over the course of just one week at the London Bridge Studio in Seattle. The tracks " No Excuses", " I Stay Away" and "Don't Follow" were released as singles to promote the album. ''Jar of Flies'' was nominated for two Grammy Awards in 1995: Best Recording Package and Best Hard Rock Performance for "I Stay Away". The EP was well received by critics and has been certified quadruple-platinum by the RIAA, making ''Jar of Flies'' one of the band's most successful releases. In Canada, ''Jar of Flies'' was certified double-platinum for the sale of 200,000 copies. In Gr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alice In Chains
Alice in Chains (often abbreviated as AIC) is an American rock band from Seattle, Washington, formed in 1987 by guitarist and vocalist Jerry Cantrell and drummer Sean Kinney, who later recruited bassist Mike Starr and lead vocalist Layne Staley. Starr was replaced by Mike Inez in 1993. William DuVall joined the band in 2006 as co-lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist, replacing Staley, who had died in 2002. The band took its name from Staley's previous group, the glam metal band Alice N' Chains. Often associated with grunge music, Alice in Chains' sound incorporates heavy metal elements. The band is known for its distinctive vocal style, which often included the harmonized vocals between Staley and Cantrell (and later Cantrell and DuVall). Cantrell started to sing lead vocals on the 1992 acoustic EP '' Sap'', and his role continued to grow in the following albums, making Alice in Chains a two-vocal band. Alice in Chains rose to international fame as part of the grunge mo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agents Of The Underground
''Agents of the Underground'' is the 7th studio album from American punk band, Strung Out. This album celebrates the 20th anniversary of the band, and was released on September 29, 2009 through Fat Wreck Chords. This was notably their second album to chart on Billboard, reaching #196. Release On August 12, 2009, ''Agents of the Underground'' was announced for release the following month. Alongside this, the album's track listing and artwork were posted online. On August 28, 2009, "Black Crosses" was posted online. ''Agents of the Underground'' was made available for streaming through the band's Myspace profile on September 21, 2009, ahead of its release on September 29, 2009. In October 2009, the band played a handful of Southern US shows with Lower Class Brats, Nations Afaire, and the Flatliners. On December 8, 2009, a music video was released for "Carcrashradio". In January 2010, the band went on a brief West Coast tour with Calabrese and Pulley. Following this, they went a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Prototypes And Painkillers
''Prototypes and Painkillers'' is a compilation album by the punk rock band Strung Out, released on March 31, 2009, by Fat Wreck Chords Fat Wreck Chords (pronounced "Fat Records") is a San Francisco, California-based independent record label, focused on punk rock. It was started by NOFX lead singer Michael Burkett (better known as Fat Mike) in 1990. The label has released mater .... It consists of outtakes, demos, and compilation tracks taken from various recording sessions over the course of the band's career, including several previously unreleased tracks. Track listing References External links * Strung Out albums 2009 compilation albums Fat Wreck Chords compilation albums Pop punk albums by American artists Heavy metal albums by American artists {{2000s-punk-rock-album-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Blackhawks Over Los Angeles
''Blackhawks Over Los Angeles'' is the sixth studio album by Strung Out, released by Fat Wreck Chords on June 12, 2007. Background In October 2006, Strung Out spent sometime at Pulley's practice space, where they wrote some new material. On November 26, 2006, the band made a demo of "Downtown" available for streaming. Release In April 2007, Strung Out played two shows in California, prior to an appearance at the Groezrock festival in Europe. On May 8, 2007, "Calling" was posted on the band's Myspace profile, followed by "Party in the Hills" the following month. The album was planned for release in spring 2007; it was made available for streaming via their Myspace on June 8, 2007, before being released four days later. On June 14, 2007, the music video for "Calling" was posted online. The album was promoted with a release show in Simi Valley, California, and a tour of Europe through to the end of July 2007. In August, the band went on a North American tour with support from A Wil ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Live In A Dive
Fat Wreck Chords (pronounced "Fat Records") is a San Francisco, California-based independent record label, focused on punk rock. It was started by NOFX lead singer Michael Burkett (better known as Fat Mike) in 1990. The label has released material for many notable bands including NOFX, Good Riddance, Mad Caddies, Descendents, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, The Loved Ones, Screeching Weasel, Propagandhi, Rise Against, Lagwagon, Strung Out, No Use for a Name, Frenzal Rhomb, Less Than Jake, Against Me!, Hi-Standard, Snuff, Consumed, Leftöver Crack, and Anti-Flag. Fat Wreck Chords has released 157 studio albums to date. History Fat Mike started his record label Wassail records in 1987. He put out two NOFX records, The PMRC 7” and Liberal Animation in 1988. In 1990, he changed the name of the label to Fat Wreck Chords and rereleased the NOFX 7”. In 1992, Fat Mike went on to produce Lagwagon, Propagandhi, and No Use for a Name. In 1993, the label released records by ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
An American Paradox
''An American Paradox'' is the fourth album by punk band Strung Out, released by Fat Wreck Chords. The album was the band's first to debut on the ''Billboard'' 200. This is their first album with current bassist, Chris Aiken. Background and production In August 2000, the band were shopping around different labels for their next album. Around this time, the band were writing a lot of material while on tour, with the aim of releasing an album in early 2001, which was reportedly titled ''American Paradox''. Shortly afterwards, they toured the US and Canada with No Motiv in September 2000, and the US with Papa Roach in November 2000. ''An American Paradox'' was recorded at Westbeach Recorders in Hollywood, California, with the band acting as producers. Donnell Cameron handled recording, with assistance from Chris Gresham and Mike Trujillo. Cameron mixed the album at Westbeach, before it was mastered by Eddie Schreyer at Oasis Mastering in Studio City, California. Release In May 20 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Element Of Sonic Defiance
''The Element of Sonic Defiance'' is an EP by Strung Out, released on Fat Wreck Chords. It contains one of their most popular songs, "Mephisto". It was recorded in February 2000. Track listing #"Mission To Mars" – 2:37 (Jake Kiley) #"Scarecrow" – 2:14 (Jake) #"Savant" – 3:21 (Jake) #"Blew" – 4:33 (Rob Ramos, Jake) #"Everyday" – 2:22 (Rob) #"Razorblade" – 3:59 (Rob, Jake) #"Jackie-O" – 3:02 (Jake) #"Mephisto" – 2:51 (Jason Cruz, Jake) "Andre's Circus", as fans have dubbed it, is appended to the end of "Blew". The speech is an excerpt from the movie My Dinner with Andre. Miscellaneous *All of the leads are by Rob Ramos except for "Scarecrow", which is by Jake Kiley. *"Scarecrow" and "Mephisto" were featured in the PlayStation 2 game ATV Offroad Fury. *"Everyday" was featured in the opening credits of the PlayStation 2 game ESPN Winter X-Games Snowboarding. Credits * Jason Cruz - Lead vocals, Art direction, Design * Jake Kiley - Guitar * Rob Ramos - Guitar * Ch ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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