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Thank God! A band that is serious about it's music but that doesn't take themselves too seriously. This young San Francisco three-piece is writing songs that rock and make you laugh at the same time. Beyond the lyrical humor, these guys are superb songwriters that definitely created a rock'n'roll vibe for themselves on their album Original Sound Recordings. The quality production on the album coupled with dynamic arrangements and a sense of humor really give the band a depth beyond their years.
Heavy but melodic and straight-ahead is the style throughout the album. The humor is obvious in songs like "Crazy Bitch," "Porno Movie" and "DJ In Yo Band" which is a spoof rap song. The rocking continues on a more serious note with "Pops Fight," "How It Feels," "Circus" and "Blood". "Someone Like You" offers a softer side and "My Best Friend Is A Punk" taps into a dark and perhaps coping sense of humor.
AMPSEX has tight songs that rock and the band is able to relate to their audience with a depth that not many young bands can match. - Craig Van Dyke
These California natives mix loud guitars with quirky lyrics in a cornucopia of hard rock and punk overtones. Catchy melodies and interesting hooks abound with Ampsex. This three piece will stop at nothing at rocking the hell out of you. The line has been drawn and Ampsex has the upper hand.
There is a sense of sarcasm and wit within the entity that is Ampsex. The band has a very accessible sound; the songs are short and to the point. The guitar tone has the crunchiness of Guns 'n' Roses, with a punk attitude and pop sensibility of Weezer. The lyrics are painted with sarcasm and irony in the same sense of System of a Down. The band is tight and the production leaves some room for breathing.
So whether the listener is in a punk mood or a hard rock mood, Ampsex will be able to satisfy that hunger. The riffs will grab a hold of you and not let go. All you’ll be able to do is cry to mama. - Matthew Tranker
Discography
Debut Album "Original Sound Recordings"
Single "Porno Movie"
Both releases available on itunes. We have positive reviews and a long list of "listeners also bought". If you have access to Sound Scan you should look up our digital sales. We outsell all local bands in the San Francisco Bay Area with an independent release on itunes. Look us up.
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AMPSEX is a rock band with engaging lyrics and a radio friendly guitar rock sound from San Francisco. Stark subject matter gives way to deeper messages of the frustrations, hopes, hangovers, fears, tragedies, parties and doubts faced by all young people. All first person accounts of someone living a life and playing Rock n Roll. Strong recording production values have lead to recognition in the Bay Area as a creatively dynamic studio entity.
AMPSEX is received well whether booked on a punk bill or hard rock stage. With a reputation for delivering entertainment with a high level of musicianship, new fans quickly become excited about the prospect of finding their new favorite band.
Recent review by San Francisco's OWL MAGAZINE:
Thank God! A band that is serious about it's music but that doesn't take themselves too seriously. This young San Francisco three-piece is writing songs that rock and make you laugh at the same time. Beyond the lyrical humor, these guys are superb songwriters that definitely created a rock'n'roll vibe for themselves on their album Original Sound Recordings. The quality production on the album coupled with dynamic arrangements and a sense of humor really give the band a depth beyond their years.
Heavy but melodic and straight-ahead is the style throughout the album. The humor is obvious in songs like "Crazy Bitch," "Porno Movie" and "DJ In Yo Band" which is a spoof rap song. The rocking continues on a more serious note with "Pops Fight," "How It Feels," "Circus" and "Blood". "Someone Like You" offers a softer side and "My Best Friend Is A Punk" taps into a dark and perhaps coping sense of humor.
AMPSEX has tight songs that rock and the band is able to relate to their audience with a depth that not many young bands can match.
- Craig Van Dyke
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