The Villas are an American

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band from

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. The band's sound is generally a mix of bright guitars with melodic vocal lines. There have been comparisons to

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. Following prior single releases, The Villas' first extended-play record

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was released in 2012. Their music has been featured on popular mix tapes by

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and BIRP! The band played Austin's

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in May 2012.

Origins

The band was started by songwriter Jonathan Berry and bassist Jay Cesak, formerly of Austin band Two Guy Trio. Later additions of drummer Chris Thompson and guitarist Pete Mcgraw would round out the lineup.

Century of Tries (2012)

In 2012, The Villas released their first extended-play record,

. Recorded in

, the record was mixed by Reggie O'Farrell (The Fox Derby) and mastered by

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( Foo Fighters) at

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Lineup

;''(2011-2012 - Austin, TX)'' *Jonathan Berry - vocals, guitar *Pete McGraw - guitar, keys, vocals *Jay Cesak - bass, vocals *Chris Thompson - drums

Discography

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Villas Indie rock musical groups from Texas Musical groups from Austin, Texas Musical groups established in 2011 2011 establishments in Texas