Biography
Brought together by a passion for music and unity in the face of adversity, Adam’s Attic inspires listeners with an honest and open sound. From their base roots in New Orleans to their current home of Los Angeles, the power pop/rock band has matured musically and captivated audiences on a global scale.
“While here (New Orleans), the band proved itself to be one of the rising stars on the scene,” remarked Todd Miller, Talent Buyer for House of Blues.
Through hard work and personal sacrifice, the band has earned its place as one of the largest independent acts on the musical circuit today. This group has headlined numerous sold out shows at the House of Blues and Hard Rock Cafe, toured four different continents, played for crowds exceeding 11,000, received sponsorships in excess of $115,000, and penned more than fifty original songs with the promise of more compelling hits to come.
With the gaining momentum propelling the band forward, Adam’s Attic, has gained the respect and attention of music industry professionals and potential placement in future film productions.
In August 2005 one of the five deadliest hurricanes in U.S. history struck the North-Central gulf coast region destroying much of their home in New Orleans. Through the devastation, Adam’s Attic was forced out of its comfort zone and responded by bonding together and stepping out on a limb.
“Some of us lost everything we had, with the exception of our music gear and some personal items; all of the venues we played were closed or out of business. Only a week before Katrina, we were given the most amazing opportunity to open for Lifehouse at House of Blues New Orleans. We had to act.” -Joe Henry, Adam’s Attic’s front man.
Leaving behind everything they had built in the hopes of recreating past successes, the musicians moved across the country and settled in California. Adam’s Attic had nothing but their gear and souls brimming with emotions. Relying on each other, they rose to the challenge continually producing positive and inspirational music for fans.
The music is written about the experiences of real life. Although we all have struggles, the hard times are merely a trial by fire; perseverance through adversity creates the opportunities for success.
This band has proven that it has the elements necessary to make great music, draw large crowds, and entertain fans. With the 2008 release of their album “Skylines and City Lights,” listeners will get an audible experience of what it is like to tour the globe through the lives of the band.
Concerts/Tours
•Headlining sold out concerts at House of Blues and Hard Rock Cafe
•Earning letters of recommendation from two HOB locations and Hard Rock Cafe
•Signing on for a 14-day Pacific Ocean tour from July 2-July 15, 2008
•Signing on for a 15-day Pacific/Indian Oceans tour from June 28-July 12, 2007
•Signing on for a 22-day Southwest Asia tour from Jan. 20-Feb. 10, 2007
•Signing on for a 10-day Greenland tour from Jun. 28-Jul. 7, 2006
•Signing on for a 14-day European tour from Jan. 23-Feb. 5, 2006
•Wrapping up a coast-to-coast Virgin Mega Store Tour (New Orleans, Orlando, Miami, & Costa Mesa) summer 2005 tour
•Opening for Lifehouse, Happy Endings, 12 Stones, Sister Hazel, Gin Blossoms, Spin Doctors, Deadeye Dick, and Dash Rip Rock.
Showcases
•International Pop Overthrow: Knitting Factory Showcase (08.08.08 & 08.04.07)
•DFest Showcase (07.25.08)
•Culture Catch Salon showcase during SXSW 2007 (03/17/07)
•Main stage showcases @ NACA South (10/08/04) & Central (10/10/03)
Distribution
•Securing digital distribution on Apple iTunes, Rhapsody, and Verizon Wireless - to name a few of the 31 distributors in the U.S., Germany, Poland, Japan, Sweden, and Australia.
•Distributing over 5K+ units
Songwriting
•Accumulating a repertoire of at least 50 original songs
•“Change” Garageband.com’s “Track of the Day” - 08/08/04
•“You” chosen for MP3/Simple Star cross promotion 08/03-04/04
Licensing
•Licensing “You” and “Higher” to Simple Star’s Photo Show Deluxe 3.0 on 08/15/04. “You” is the top-selling AA single every month.
Popularity
•“Waiting” won DFEST Red Bull Beats Per Minute Video Contest (07.24.08): http://beta.filmmakingfrenzy.com/sites/filmfrenzy_beta/ViewFilm.aspx?FilmId=404
•104.1 The Rock of New Orleans added “Waiting” to the Clear Channel NEW! (03.03.08)
•Steadily ranking in the top 30 unsigned, Powerpop bands on the MySpace charts in Fall 2006
•Nominated by Los Angeles Music Awards Best Pop Album 2006
•Website reaches 2.5M+ hits
•Got Milk! Shake Stuff Up Local Market Winners - 03/13/04
Sponsorships
•Fostering affiliate relationships with Elixir Strings, Red Bull, Ogre Shop Clothing, Gallien Kruger, Dunlop, Soldiers’ Angels and Talking with Heroes
Press
•Star 98.7 in Los Angeles featured Adam’s Attic and “Waiting” in a dynamic lead on their 24 Seven e-Magazine. - 03.13.08
•Billboard Magazine. "Indies: Base Gratitude" - 12.01.07
•Exclusive color cover of Vocero News. 50K Distribution - 01.07.05
Film
•AA front man, Joe Henry, cast as “Lee” in Christopher Reeve’s directorial debut “The Brooke Ellison Story” - 10/25/04
Recent Quotes:
•After submitting to Robby Takac’s Good Charamel Records in New York, Jim Krawczyk said, “Adam’s Attic is an act that needs to be on a major not on an indie label. It's pretty much radio stuff. It's quality stuff - definitely radio material.”
•Producer Dale Penner (Nickelback) said, “I’m more drawn to the poppy softer songs like ‘Melting into You’ and ‘Autumn.’ …Kind of remind me of the Goo Goo Dolls in a good way.”
•Producer Steve Gallagher (Sugar Ray) commented, “Tight band! Great pitch on the vocals and solid playing.”
Instrumentation
Joe Henry- singer/songwriter
Derek Henry- bass guitar, keys, backing vocals
Scott Boaz- drums
Frank DeSalvo- guitar
Keith Frey- guitar/drums
Discography
Album: Skylines and City Lights (2008)
Single: Waiting
Album: In the Blink of an Eye (2005)
Single: Autumn
Single: Change (2004)
Album: Adam's Attic (2002)
Single: Superman
Links
| http://www.adamsatticmusic.com |