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Splintered Throne - Black Bell - Felony Flats
Splintered Throne started up in 2006 as a project encompassing everything from death metal to rock and pop music. The band, over time, transitioned into more of a hard rock vibe. In the summer of 2010, the key decision was made to change up the ranks with a much more defined melodic power metal sound and image for the band. Enter Jason Moser (AKA J-Mo) on guitar and Kris Holboke on drums. J-Mo's background in speed and classic old-school / traditional metal combined with the progressive-mixed-with-thrash drumming of Kris has put the band in a sound liking to such European bands like PRIMAL FEAR, EDGUY, and FIREWIND while retaining the American sounds of classic metal acts such as SAVATAGE, RIOT, and Old School METALLICA. In 2013, the addition of Fred Osborn as a second guitar player gave SPLINTERED THRONE that twin lead guitar attack that combines both trade off solos and harmonies akin to IRON MAIDEN, Queensryche and THIN LIZZY.
Splintered Throne bring it hard to the stage and promise to give you a show to remember!
Brian Garrison - Vocals
Brian Bailey - Bass
J~Mo - Guitars
Fred Osborn - Guitars
Kris Holboke Drums
https://www.facebook.com/splintered.throne/
Felony Flats originally formed in late 2009 in Salem, Oregon. After a couple of line-up changes and continual struggles to get something established, Felony Flats finally solidified in September of 2013 when Tim Harbaugh (vocals), met Matthew Baker(guitar) through mutual friends. The two of them had an immediate musical connection and began working on material. With Harbaugh's unique vocal style and Baker's unique abilities on the axe, it seemed to be a good match. After having a handful of songs established they decided to post a Craig's List ad for a drummer, and it didn't take long to get a reply. His name was Matt Blaylock. He was new in town, passionate about music and ready to beat the hell out of some drums. That was just what they needed. A few weeks later the final missing piece replied to the add as well. Dion Gering, a talented musician from a small town just outside of Salem. He was ready to bring the bass. Less than two months later they we're playing their very first show together. The band worked very hard from the moment they got together and just seven months after playing their first show they entered a battle of the bands competition hosted by Gorilla Music at the Hawthorne Theater in Portland, Oregon. Not only did they find themselves moving onto the finals, but winning the finals as well. This lead to the band going onto record their debut album, "Symptoms" at Falcon Recording Studios in Portland, Oregon on August 30th 2014. The band continued to grind, and without wasting any time one year and three months later on April 8th, 2016 they released their follow-up album, "Prognosis". which they recorded and produced themselves. In late 2016, after departing from their guitarist of nearly 4
years, the band met Brandon Thompson. A quiet kid from Beaverton, Oregon with a knack for shredding & since has helped propel the bands sound & energy to new heights. Without any plans of slowing down Felony Flats is sure to continue gaining steam. With their catchy, edgy style and their always entertaining, energetic live performances this is one band that you should definitely be looking out for!
Tim Harbaugh Vocals
Dion Gering Bass
Matt Blaylock - Drums
https://www.facebook.com/felonyflatsrock/
Black Bell A powerhouse of catchy hooks, solid melody, soaring leads, and infectious metal tinged grooves.
"Tempered ferocity" may sound like a contradiction in terms but it is, in fact the defining characteristic for Black Bell. Self dubbed as "High Contrast rock," Black Bell employs multiple layers of sonic texturing for a mature sound that is simultaneoulsy catchy and melodic, and dark and heavy.
Ash Biggs and Mike Loudenback have been the primary creative force driving Black Bell's song writing since its' inception in late 2009. The duo began together in 2008 on Stillfire's "Here Lies the Wounded" (produced by Jared Knowland). Following the completion of that album in 2009, Biggs and Loudenback began Black Bell as a side project with (ex Stillfire drummer) Aaron Brown. With the writing of 7 new songs, Black Bell released their first official recording, the acoustic EP "The Truth of Silence."
During the recording process, Loudenback and Biggs spent a great deal of time honing and refining their creative process as a song writing team. Biggs and Loudenback cut themselves from the same vein as some of history's greatest song writing duos in rock: Hettfield/ Hammett; Kennedy/ Tremonti; Lennon/McCartney; Staley/ Cantrell ...It all comes down to the interaction between two functioning guitarists who play off one another's ideas in order to build complexity and cross the barrier between musical accessibility to the mainstream, and accessibility and interest from other musicians.
While promoting the release of TOS, Black Bell recruited (ex Stillfire bassist) Gavin Ward for live shows. The foursome was a featured band for several shows sponsored by Rockstar, and eventually made it onto a live podcast on KBVR, Corvallis, as well as the Live, Loud, and Local National Tour in Portland, OR.
in 2011, BB began production work on the second installment of their legacy, the aptly titled, "The Inevitable Decline." TID proved itself to be a long hard process during which Aaron Brown and Gavin Ward left the band, to pursue other ends. The future of Black Bell was uncertain but Loudenback and Biggs worked witn all resolve to see the completion of TID. Late during the recording process, Jared Tillford was recruited for his skills on keyboards and piano, adding a nice touch of beauty and ambience to the bedrock of riffs and distortion.
2013 saw the completion of 14 songs to be mixed and edited by Stillfire producer, Jared Knowland. While waiting for the final product, Black Bell recruited (ex-Applaud the Villain bassist) Luke Martyn and (ex Grynch drummer) Tobby Lugo to fill in as live musicians. The two were instrumental in helping Black Bell to get out on the road again (contributing to their photographic representation in the album art); However due to differences in writing styles and creativity, Martyn and Lugo bowed out to pursue projects that better suited and complimented them. After their departure, Black Bell recruited (friend and producer) Jared Knowland on drums, finally cementing the band's core line up.
"The Inevitable Decline" was [for long time fans of the band] a highly anticipated release in June of 2014. It has been widely acclaimed by both local musicians/ artists and by family, friends, and fans alike. While not exclusively fatalistic, "The Inevitable Decline" offers honest and soulful lyrics that deal with isolation, suffering, addiction, forgiveness, self doubt, and the struggle to keep faith alive in a world where faith is tested more than it is rewarded.
An emotionally charged live performance makes Black Bell one of Eugenes many risings stars. Combining classic, modern, and progressive influences with pop sensibilities and a brutal guitar attack, Black Bell sets themselves apart as a musical force to be reckoned with.
Ash Biggs- Vocals/ guitars,
Jared Tillford- keyboards/ vocals,
Mike Loudenback - lead guitar,
Danny Johnston- Drums
https://www.facebook.com/BlackBellMusic/
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LocationShotski's Wood-Fired Eats (View)
1230 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
United States
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