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:: Release Info:
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:: Artist......> Magnifier
:: Title.......> Space that Binds
:: Label.......> n/a
:: Genre.......> Britpop
:: Rip.Date....> 05.21.2005
:: Street.Date.> 00.00.2005
:: Source......> CDDA
:: Quality.....> VBRkbps - Joint-Stereo
:: Play Time...> 45:18 min
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:: Track Listing:
::
:: 01. Where Have I Been
:: 02. I've Fallen for You
:: 03. Burning Up
:: 04. Yeah Yeah
:: 05. Light on the Other Side
:: 06. On Top of the World
:: 07. Make the Scene
:: 08. Learn to Die
:: 09. Without Any Trace
:: 10. Over Here
:: 11. Move Me
:: 12. Unnamed Track
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:: Release Notes:
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::
:: Magnifier is a Southern California based band whose major
:: influences are The Beatles, Oasis, Cold Play, Radiohead,
:: Verve, and other various "Brit Pop" bands. With their catchy
:: "sing along" choruses and melodic guitars, this group has a
:: sound that will quickly make them well known in the music
:: industry. It's a sound that is on the airwaves today, not
:: only on alternative radio, but in the mainstream market as
:: well. By combining their considerable songwriting skills and
:: musical talents, Magnifier has developed their own special
:: brand of "Rock" with a positive vibe and direction and a
:: distinct image that suits their style and sound.
::
:: The band consists of 4 members:
:: Jon Rhoten - singer / songwriter / rhythm guitarist
:: Brett Custodio - backing vocals/lead guitar / piano /
:: songwriter
:: Alex Martinez - bass / songwriter
:: Bobby Valenz - drums / backing vocals / songwriter.
::
:: Magnifier has now finsihed their debut CD "The Space That
:: Binds" with Gary St. Clair, a well-known producer in the
:: music industry. Gary and his knowledge of "vibe" and the
:: importance of a signature sound, has become that extra set of
:: ears that helps to tie everything together. As Jon says "it's
:: always a great advantage to have positive collaboration
:: between an artist and their producer, and we have that with
:: Gary".
::
:: The "buzz" in the local scene has been huge and is only
:: getting bigger. With the emerging popularity of Rock,
:: Magnifier has become a favorite not only in the local club
:: circuit, but at the L.A. venues as well. They draw wildly
:: enthusiastic crowds and their performances are always a
:: special event. They have also made a mark on Internet music
:: sites like Garageband.com (made it to the third round),
:: Makeastar.com (champions), and MP3.com (having over 86,000
:: plays in one year).
::
::
:: Here are some of the reviews:
:: "In my world this would be on every station. I have a feeling
:: that England would be a more hospitable climate for this tune
:: then America. In America you will be signed to an indi for
:: sure, in England everything is small so you will much bigger
:: by comparison." --Todd Wilkenson (Makeastar).
::
:: Promising Talent for you! "wow..super vocals..can be known
:: through out the whole world for that voice...Appealing. The
:: tune has a catchy sing a long part chorus...very good
:: stuff..hope to hear more from this artist or Artists. I think
:: people will want to hear it again...not a bad
:: production/mix..." Reviewed by: frankzee from Allentown,
:: Pennsylvania (Garageband)
::
:: "A band is born! Right here in the studio. Originally brought
:: in to record some of singer/songwriter/guitarist Jon Rhoten's
:: songs, drummer Bobby Valenz, guitarist Brett Custodio and
:: Bassist Alex Martinez found that, along with Jon, they shared
:: a common love for the "Brit Pop" sound. By the end of the
:: session it sounded like they had played together for years.
:: It was truly uncanny. As they left the studio that night they
:: agreed to get back together and try a rehearsal / writing
:: session as a band. Two weeks later they were back as
:: Magnifier with 10 songs and ready to record a full length CD.
:: It's hard to believe how fast this band has come together and
:: we're proud that it happened here. " -- Gary St.Clair
:: (Imagine Recording)
::
:: REVIEWS!
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:: RiP iN PeACe!
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