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Element 55 is an innovative cutting edge band. The future of rock and roll. Matt's vocals are unlike any that I have ever heard before. Along with the voice comes a showman that is able to read and control a crowd. Jonathan and BJ have a partnership. Their guitar tones are complimentary of each other and work in seamless harmony. The bass master Buddah has a thunderous tone and an equally entertaining presence on stage. George the anchor of the group is a metronome. He is a solid drummer with impeccable timing and funk deep down in his sole.
Having them in the studio is a pleasure. They are professionals of the highest caliber. The energy they project on stage is the same energy they put in to every song and every interview.
Element 55 you guys ROCK!!!
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- StephanO 106.7 WKMX
Element 55 of Marianna, came in second place after Echovalve of Atlanta, GA., among the 10 bands competing at Bainbridge College's 3rd Annual Battle of the Bands sponsored by BC Student Government Association, said Student Activities Director Leigh Thompson.
The Florida Musicians, who create for a wide range of listeners with a style called "hard, edgy, mysterious and jsut a bit dark," are Matt Robarge (vocals), Jonathan Granger (guitars), Brandon "BJ" Johnson (guitars), Sarah Bastek (drums), and Alan "buddah" Vasquez (bass).
Better Days of Tallahassee, was third in the seven-hour competition Nov. 12 at BC's outdoor Center Stage.
This was the second year Echovalve competed in the BC contest that had three judges, who rated on crowd response and musicality, dynamics, presentation, originality, and organization. - Jackson County Floridan
Discography
In 2003 Element 55 Recorded their version of Kidnap The Sandy Klaus from the film A Nightmare Before Christmas for the 97Xmas CD for charity. The song was an instant local favorite. it was in rotation during Christmas in 2003 and 2004. In addition in was distributed to 100 radio stations nationwide as part of Prevue Promo's www.prevuepromo.com New Release subscription service
In January of 2006 Element 55 released a 3 song EP that it made available to both fans and curious alike. It is being offered as a package when combined with the purchase of a beautiful and prestigious Element 55 t-shirt.
In February of 2008 Element 55 was privileged to work with Sam Rivers of Limp Biskit fame and his studio Born Recording Studio out of Jacksonville, FL, to record the tracks for the new and upcoming effort soon to be released. The Trax are UNBELIEVABLE... Thanks to Chris Flowers, our engineer..
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Bio
Element 55 is Proudly Sponsored by Jagermeister
Cutting through the confines and constricts of a small town, Element 55 has made a name for itself the hard way. Getting together in 2003, everyone quickly discovered that Element 55 could make their own mark. Going through a few lineup changes in the beginning, primarily with vocals, once established, the music came together and Element 55 began to establish itself as a powerful, emotional and creative movement.
Element 55 has distinguished itself clearly as an expression of what is missing. Something a little old school but fresh; Today�s rock with a solid foundation in the fundamentals of what is defined as Hard Rock.
Element 55 takes its inspiration from the varied backgrounds that make up its repertoire.
Cadillac Dan - Guitar - More on Dan to come.
Jonathan - Guitar - Guitarist, whose way of looking at how the music should be something that makes you not be the same as everyone else, allows for the uniqueness in his writing to elevate the music and distinguish Element 55 as a unique expression amongst its peers. Always keeps an eye on things.
Coming Soon - Vocals -
Alan - Bass - Dubbed "buddah" by too many and for too many reasons, Alan has been in the business for many years and brings a solid background and old school familiarity to Element 55. Bringing with him years of experience and knowledge, Alan is the base of the bass for Element 55. Don�t forget to rub his belly for good luck.
George – Drums – The newest member of the band George brings a fresh new perspective to our sound with an open mind and a strong determination. George has a traditional background and shares the same goals that Element 55 has always placed in the forefront, to become the source that everyone can use to have a good time
Coined as a straight Hard Rock band Element 55 shares their sound with Nickleback, Godsmack, and Tool in creating an atmosphere that rings of basic, uncolored in your face music. Take it home. Tell your friends. Come visit and stay a while.
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