ARTIST: Ajar
TITLE: Face Down Lobby
LABEL: Self Released
GENRE: Rock
BITRATE: 198kbps avg
PLAYTIME: 0h 47m total
RELEASE DATE: 2007-00-00
RIP DATE: 2007-05-03
Track List
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1. Intro 0:28
2. Bassinette 4:06
3. Mourning Glory 4:40
4. Let It Slide 3:35
5. Hands 3:58
6. Nothing 4:27
7. Ceraquill Caracell 2:35
8. Blush 4:32
9. Kidnapping 5:53
10. Wheelchair 6:14
11. Untitled 6:45
Release Notes:
A space is open for a fresh new sound in rock music, and Ajar is taking that
role hands-on without any apologies. In a very short amount of time, this young
aspiring rock band has been making a name for itself in the underground music
scene.
Founded in 2003 in the seemingly quiet town of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Ajar
embraces the thought of growth and expression in new and sometimes
unconventional ways. In fact, the bandÆs lyrical content and unusual song plots
push the idea that art has no boundaries.
From promoting their material to performing live, these dedicated young
musicians make their band a full time reality. This translates to their music,
as can be felt in the precision of their complex rhythms and arrangements. Ajar
describes their sound as being ôprogressive and experimental,ö although they
have many influences from outside the rock idiom. For example, ajar is
influenced as much by Dali and Edgar Allen Poe as they are by Tool and
Radiohead.
There is one bond that keeps the band together: determination. Ajar concentrates
every day on creating a unique attraction with their style and music. ôWe are
always open to artistic experimentation,ö says lead singer, Andres. ôOur minds
are set on the idea that originality leads to optimal successö.
In a short amount of time, Ajar has already sparked the interest of local radio
programmers and press. Chris Line, formerly of 95.1 WZZO, strongly supports the
band; "Ajar is the real deal!ö he says. ôThese songs only scratch the surface of
what's to come." As they are regularly featured on the areaÆs college radio
stations, it is no surprise that Ajar won the WXLV radio "Battle of the Bands"
contest in Lehigh Valley, PA.
Ajar projects a plow full of energy onstage, ôso that the audience can catch the
buzz,ö says Andres. ôNothing can be better than playing for a completely
captivated audience, and that is what we are trying to achieve.ö This will
definitely be possible, as the band strives to show their listeners how to
appreciate music as an art.
Their debut LP release, Face Down Lobby, produced by Dan Malsch. Has
independently sold and scanned hundreds of copies in Pennsylvania.
Aside from constantly working on new material and rehearsing, Ajar can be found
heating up the live circuit. They have been featured next to acts such as Fuel,
Breaking Benjamin, Nonpoint, Three Days Grace, Ill Nino, Adema, Powerman 5000,
Mudvayne, Spineshank, Hinder, Monster Magnet and BigWig. Tom Taylor, promoter
for The Crocodile Rock Cafe, AllentownÆs largest rock arena, always welcomes
them on stage. "They are my favorite band!" he says energetically.
With a growing fan base, in addition to radio, press, and live venues supporting
them, Ajar is destined for recognition. Their mission is to awaken an exhausted
industry and its followers with a potent dose of originality and artistic
expression.