Tag Archives: warped tour 2011

09.07.11
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[MUSIC] The Venetia Fair [INTERVIEW]

[This is part of our Warped Tour 2011 Interview series]

This was the most…interesting interview of the day. While we did talk about touring and music, this conversation took some humorous turns more than once. Once or twice, it is mentioned we weren’t going to actually use the audio. Oops! Enjoy this weird and funny interview.

09.07.11
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[MUSIC] Westland [INTERVIEW]

[This is part of our Warped Tour 2011 Interview series]

Hanging with Westland, we talked about the band’s first Warped Tour stint, being invited for the next one, plans for touring, recording a new record, and more! A word from the guys: Buy enough merch! Westland had already run out of their products twice by the time of this interview.

08.09.11
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[MUSIC] Attack Attack! [INTERVIEW]

Short ‘n’ Sweet
An interview with ATTACK ATTACK!
by Jon Hole

Ahhh yes. Summer. Heat. Humidity. Scantily clad women. Warped Tour. As is done every year, Warped Tour 2011 is rolling around the US and laying waste to whatever city it decides to rest in. This years line up is extremely strong with bands that have been blowing up. MISS MAY I. ASKING ALEXANDRIA. ENTER SHIKARI. Bands that are extremely heavy. WINDS OF PLAGUE. THE ACACIA STRAIN. And pretty much everything in between. For i believe the fourth year in a row, Rise Records ATTACK ATTACK! have been wowing crowds and doing their thing. With a freshly released Deluxe Edition of their 2010 self titled record, featuring 8 bonus tracks, under their belt, AA! once again proves why they are one of the scenes best. If you still havent picked up their re-issue or seen them live, now is the time to do so.

First off, let me just say the re-issue is fantastic. Who am I ‘speaking’ with and what is your role in the band?

My name is Wetzel and I play drums in the band.

How has the response to the newer material on the re-issue?

The response has been fantastic to all of our new material. Very exciting!

It sounds like you guys were experimenting with different sounds on the 4 newer tracks…

That is correct.

How do you feel these songs represent the current state of mind within the band?

These songs definitely reflect the gradual change in our musical taste and the evolution of our writing capabilities. We really wanted to experiment with a more “rock” sound on these songs because it’s a genre we haven’t really touched yet.

How has Warped Tour 2011 been compared to previous ones?

It’s been fantastic. Crowds have been gigantic, the response of our new material has been absolutely awesome, and we’ve been having a total ball just hanging out and jamming on Main Stage.

What are Attack Attack!’s plans for the rest of the year?

We’re going to hit the studio and write/record until we can’t possibly put musical notes together any more. Then we’re going to head back out on the road and show case what we’ve come up with!

One last question, if you could put together a ‘dream’ tour of current bands, who would be on it?

Panic at the Disco, Muse, and Linkin Park.

Thanks for taking time out to answer these questions.

No problem.

07.28.11
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[MUSIC] The Dangerous Summer – War Paint [REVIEWS]

THE DANGEROUS SUMMER
War Paint
[Hopeless Records]
Verdict: 7.5/10

Every year, when summer finally rolls around, it seems like the best time to be driving with the windows down, blasting loud music and singing along. With their latest album, War Paint, The Dangerous Summer have created a purely summer pop-punk album, with anthemic choruses, driving guitars, and melodies that anyone can enjoy. Almost the entire album consists of upbeat, cheerful songs. Unfortunately, due to the similarity of much of the album, War Paint seems to lack something. The title track sums it up for the most part, with the somewhat passionate vocals and the tight if unexceptional musicality that The Dangerous Summer is known for. One welcome addition to the mix is the development of their lyrical talent; the band shows clear growth here, with obvious ability to turn a phrase. “Work In Progress” is one of the few exceptions to the happy sound, with a darker tone and lyrics speaking of doubt in everything from faith, life, and even oneself. The honesty evident in the lyrics is sobering; “Take my hands and keep them busy again / For I think I’m losing hope, release has come”. “Everyone Left” is one of the stronger efforts, with a slightly mellower sound and possibly the best vocals on the album. “Miscommunication” and “I Should Leave Right Now” both boast interesting, catchy guitar riffs, if little else besides the usual formula. “In My Room” is another strong track. The background guitars really make the song, guiding it into darker territory and helping differentiate it from the rest of the album. This album definitely has some strong moments, but as a whole it is flawed. While it might not be a classic, it’s still a solid effort from a solid band. — by Trevor Kirch