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"The album's first track, "Escape," should be on rock and pop radio right now. After the first two listens of this track, you will find yourself singing it for hours and hour. The men in Auburn obviously know how to write some quality songs - the only downside to this record is that it only consists of three songs. The second song, "No Time," proves that the guitarist and drummer should be taken seriously as well; with a solid pocket developed by drummer Kosuke Terada, lead guitarist Justin Dale takes advantage of the wonderful opportunity to display his skills. The title track off of the demo offers a very unique guitar sequence that exhibits the band's forced originality in a relentless attempt to sound unlike anyone that have come before them. Whether they succeeded or not is completely up to the listener. Regardless, I cannot wait for an entire album from this Orlando based band. Start expecting big things from this young group".
- Logan Lenz
- Rag Magazine
(PRAvenueNW) AUBURN, alternative rock band, straight out of Atlanta, led by it's creator, young and talented lead singer/lyricist/guitarist, Kristopher Thiab, is shaking things up at 800 East Recording Studios with their debut album 'AWOKEN', to be released late April.
'First the lyrics and then the awesome guitar performances', Producer Johnny Porrazzo comments ' stopped me in my tracks. After only a few minutes (at the studio), I knew this young new artist standing in front of me would soon be heard around the world! And I had the chance to be one of the first to hear it...live. A true 5 star future for Kristopher!'
Following the release of 'Awoken', Kristopher and the lead guitarist will fly out to New York City for a 25-minute radio interview on Caracol 102.7FM. Fans and listeners will get to hear a special acoustic version of a song from the new album, including the debut of the first single 'Reminisce'. Wrapping NY will need to come quickly, as Auburn flies out to Japan to meet up with Tokyo Manager, Felicia Gonzalez, to dive into a string of more live shows and meetings.
-Norine Nakoe - PRAvenue
Auburn
Kristopher Thiab - Lead Vocals, Guitar
Chris Maiello - Backup Vocals , Lead Guitars
Woo Shim - Bass
Auburn has got to be the biggest and most welcome Surprizes this year for Indie Showcase !! Crossing over from Hard Hitting Rock to visiting Pop, This band has it all!! Most requested for two months running, they have touched all who listen to them.
Kristopher Thiab, Singer/ Lyrcist Guitarist and Pianist, has a voice that will stop you in your tracks!! Good looking, slow easy smile. I believe Kristopher epitimizes what any rock bands Lead Singer should be. Guitar led tracks, with strong and perfect Vocals, Kristopher brings on a feeding frenzy the like we haven't seen in a decade. Where has he been hiding??!! This is the voice we have been waiting for!!
Chris Maiello, makes his presence known to all with his strong lead guitar work and backup vocals. The experience and talent this man brings to the forefront with Auburn is outstanding! Between Kristopher & Chris, the listeners didn't have a chance. You will be immediately swept away into what I believe, is the best Rock I've heard in years.
Woo Shim rounds out this brilliant band perfectly. He makes his bass stand out and be heard. Perfectly. He will guide you through a musical Journey.
Auburn's New Album called Awoken will be out soon. They have released two tracks, "Reminisice" and "Lost "to Indie Showcase & awesomeradio.net for airplay. Both these tracks have success written all over them and have already become huge favorites with Indie Showcase & awesomeradio.net!! If this is a taste of Awoken, Our listener's are in for a treat!! Auburn has several tracks up in www.myspace.com/auburn1 , do yourself a favor today!! Pop by and check them out. This is THE Band for 2009!! Tell them Shashie sent ya!
Yours in the music
Shashona
Indie Showcase - www.myspace.com/indishowcase
www.awesomeradio.net - www.myspace.com/awesomeradio_net - Indie Showcase Radio
RATING SCALE
"1" Indicates the Lowest Score
"5" Indicates The Highest Score
Recording Quality/Production: 4
Lead Vocals: 4
Musicianship: 4.5
Lyric Writing: 4.5
Music Composing: 4
Melodies: 5
Song Arrangement: 3.5
"The group scored pretty well and there's clearly a great deal of talent within the band.
I don't give out 4's and 5's easily, so any of those you see, you have earned. Well done!
When an artist sees 4, 4.5 or 5 as their score in a category, it's a validation from a professional, confirming that the songs are of the highest level and show strong potential in the ultra-competitive music industry."
Eugene Foley
www.FoleyEntertainment.com
May 1, 2009 - Euguene Foley
Kristopher's songwriting/singing is really something that is global, emotionally charged, exquisite...bravo to him, the engineer, etc... for this beautiful production!
Auburn has the makings of something really special!
Norine Nakao, Producer
Channels Company, NY - Norine Nakao, Producer
Discography
Reminisce(1st single)
Lost(2nd single)
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Bio
Auburn, an alternative/rock band, straight out of Atlanta, led by it's creator, young and talented lead singer/lyricist/guitarist/pianist, Kristopher Thiab, who PRAvenue.com refers to as "Rocks Next Big Name".
Auburn, formed in 2004 by the talented lead singer Kristopher Thiab, first performing under the band name Krave. Later, due a major change in the band's sound and a new band member line up, Kristopher felt it was time for a new name to match the new sound, a fresh start. Auburn was born and quickly began establishing their name as a big player in the alternative/rock scene!
First to be recruited, the multi-talented Chris Maiello accepted the position as lead guitarist and backup vocalist. He brings with him the skill, voice and professionalism of a guitarist that when heard, is not likely to soon be forgotten. Joining up soon after, Shannon Thompson took on the roll as Auburn's drummer. Shannon's powerful, chest pounding drumming style adds a hard rock edge that really sets the mood for the band's sound. To complete Auburn's lineup, hailing from South Korea, on bass, Woo Shim. His mixed style of jazz, funk and traditional Korean music adds an original layer to the overall sound that is sure to impress.
Seperately, all four of these young artist shine equally as bright... Together, as Auburn, they are ready to etch their names into music history!
Auburn is scheduled to release their debut, semi-professional album, Awoken, early 2010. Also, to be released along with their album, their debut single 'Reminisce' music video, shot on location in Tokyo & Yokohama, Japan(Shibuya & Shinjuku).
"First the lyrics and then the awesome guitar performances", Producer Johnny Porrazzo comments "stopped me in my tracks. After only a few minutes (at the studio), I knew this young new artist standing in front of me would soon be heard around the world! And I had the chance to be one of the first to hear it... live. A true 5 star future for Kristopher!"
Over the past few years, Auburn has toured overseas but performed mainly on the East Coast. But yet while on the charts of A&R Select of California, out of 1078 positions, three of Auburn's songs shot up and held the #1, #2 & #3 spots for 10 weeks consecutively. The sound and talent of this band have captured the ears and eyes of various indie labels, music executives located here in the US, and lately gained serious attention as far as even Japan. Auburn is ready to deliver!
Rag Magazine's Review: "The album's track, "Escape", should be on rock and pop radio right now. After the first two listens to this track, you will find yourself singing it for hours and hours..." - Logan Lenz
Recently, Auburn held the #1 requested song on Indie/Awesome Radio all throughout December 2008, and January 2009 with their debut single, Reminisce. Only to be replaced with their second single, Lost, on Indie/Awesome Radio. Auburn' music is not only being played on some local stations but also played regularly on forty-two international radio stations.
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