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The EP kicks things off with radio friendly “My Affliction” Disgrace” a upbeat intro piece that serves up steady rock groove, catchy melody, & hooky vocal accents from Lead Singer Tyler Wheeler. Track 2 “Finding Panacea” is yet another impressive track that dishes out impressive STP type guitar riffs, driving rhythm, & impressive melodic vocals from Wheeler reminiscent of Scott Weiland. Track 3 “Princess of Prices” shifts gears with its progressive rock intro. This is probably my favorite song on the EP - here Levity’s Law delivers the perfect blend of hard rock, with catchy melodic hooks and vocal phrasing. It’s pretty much a hit waiting to happen. Levity’s Law music has a rock steady groove reminiscent of STP, 3 Days Grave, Hinder, & just a splash of Disturbd. The vocals style of Wheeler has a jagged edge, but goes down smooth, and sounds in the vein of Scott Weiland, James Hetfield, Lane Staley, & Mark Lanegan. As the CD slowly unfolds it’s obvious this band is an accomplished 4 piece (writing and playing). Levity’s Law also brings to the table a lot of musical variety via this 5 song catalog from catchy rock melodies to more dark pieces. It’s fair to say there’s something on this EP for just about everybody out there. The songs themselves are solid across the board, & the lyrical content is short & sweet & even provides flashes of conventional wisdom. The EP ends with Track 5 “Black Sheep” the perfect finale piece for an EP like this. From start to finish Levity’s Law takes no prisoners with their debut effort showcasing 5 amazing songs!
It’s hard to find any noticeable weaknesses on this EP. The snare drum is a bit think in the mix & I don’t recall hearing any solo guitar or harmonies on the EP. Vocals on some of the songs are extremely hard to decipher almost as if it’s sung in a foreign tongue or a heavy accent or something. Rather odd. Thus the critical (singer to listener) vocal connection misses the mark on several songs. It’s fair to say all songs over 4 minutes drag you to the finish line.
This EP is an impressive musical production from start to finish. There’s not a weak song on this entire catalog! In fact I would even go so far as to say 50% of this CD is radio friendly, & has hit potential. The musicianship is everything you would expect from a hard rock band. The guitar has bite, the bass and drums have solid bottom end, the songs are short and sweet musical experiences. Tyler Wheeler’s vocal abilities are first rate, he clearly possesses all he trademarks of an effective front man. He’s got the charisma, the ladies will love him, the guys will dig him, and he’ got the bad boy persona. I guess could go on and on all night about Levity’s Law, you simply have got to get your hands on some of his music to hear what I’m talking about. You should start with their debut EP. - Cyrus Rhodes
The EP kicks things off with radio friendly “My Affliction” Disgrace” a upbeat intro piece that serves up steady rock groove, catchy melody, & hooky vocal accents from Lead Singer Tyler Wheeler. Track 2 “Finding Panacea” is yet another impressive track that dishes out impressive STP type guitar riffs, driving rhythm, & impressive melodic vocals from Wheeler reminiscent of Scott Weiland. Track 3 “Princess of Prices” shifts gears with its progressive rock intro. This is probably my favorite song on the EP - here Levity’s Law delivers the perfect blend of hard rock, with catchy melodic hooks and vocal phrasing. It’s pretty much a hit waiting to happen. Levity’s Law music has a rock steady groove reminiscent of STP, 3 Days Grave, Hinder, & just a splash of Disturbd. The vocals style of Wheeler has a jagged edge, but goes down smooth, and sounds in the vein of Scott Weiland, James Hetfield, Lane Staley, & Mark Lanegan. As the CD slowly unfolds it’s obvious this band is an accomplished 4 piece (writing and playing). Levity’s Law also brings to the table a lot of musical variety via this 5 song catalog from catchy rock melodies to more dark pieces. It’s fair to say there’s something on this EP for just about everybody out there. The songs themselves are solid across the board, & the lyrical content is short & sweet & even provides flashes of conventional wisdom. The EP ends with Track 5 “Black Sheep” the perfect finale piece for an EP like this. From start to finish Levity’s Law takes no prisoners with their debut effort showcasing 5 amazing songs!
It’s hard to find any noticeable weaknesses on this EP. The snare drum is a bit think in the mix & I don’t recall hearing any solo guitar or harmonies on the EP. Vocals on some of the songs are extremely hard to decipher almost as if it’s sung in a foreign tongue or a heavy accent or something. Rather odd. Thus the critical (singer to listener) vocal connection misses the mark on several songs. It’s fair to say all songs over 4 minutes drag you to the finish line.
This EP is an impressive musical production from start to finish. There’s not a weak song on this entire catalog! In fact I would even go so far as to say 50% of this CD is radio friendly, & has hit potential. The musicianship is everything you would expect from a hard rock band. The guitar has bite, the bass and drums have solid bottom end, the songs are short and sweet musical experiences. Tyler Wheeler’s vocal abilities are first rate, he clearly possesses all he trademarks of an effective front man. He’s got the charisma, the ladies will love him, the guys will dig him, and he’ got the bad boy persona. I guess could go on and on all night about Levity’s Law, you simply have got to get your hands on some of his music to hear what I’m talking about. You should start with their debut EP. - Cyrus Rhodes
Band Name
Levitys Law
Who are all the members of your band, and what do they play?
Tyler Wheeler – Vocals
Jeremy Bardwell – Guitar
Thad Underhill – Bass
Chris Sears – Drums
When did the band get together, and how?
Ty and I have been writing music for as long as I can remember. The beginning of high school is when we started playing full band. Mind you we’re in our mid-twentys now. We have had on and off again bass players & drummers over the years. Thad and Chris have just joined us and they are both great. We’re lucky to have them.
How would you describe your music to someone?
This is always been a hard question for me. Our music is always evolving. I hate to tie it down to any one specific genre. One reviewer labeled our E.P. “The Art of Losing” Progressive Rock which I think is pretty cool. But again we have a lot material that wouldn’t fit into this category in my opinion.
Who are some of the bands that influence your music?
There are so many Artists that have influenced us. Personally I can go way back to when I was a kid listening to Nirvana on the radio. It just struck a chord with me and ever since then I wanted to be a musician. A Perfect Circle, Seether, Sevendust, Revis, Staind, Hurt and many more have inspired us to write the music we’re playing today.
What other bands have your members been/are in?
Ty and I have stuck together over the years. I know that Thad played with Deadwood Stone for a while. I’m not quite sure who Chris has played with.
What other local bands would you recommend people check out?
I don’t know if you still want to call them a local band or not but Pop Evil Is great. Wayland Kicks ass, Deadwood Stone is great but these things you already know.
Where is your favorite place to play in Grand Rapids?
We’ve played teasers a lot in the past but I would have to say my favorite place we’ve played is The Rocket Lounge. They just get the sound right.
Where can we catch you performing next?
We are in the middle of catching everyone up with the E.P. at the moment, but we will be setting up shows soon. You can check our website levityslaw.com for upcoming shows. We’ll be promoting our Single ‘My Affliction’ off of ‘The Art of Losing’ E.P. - WGRD.com
Band Name
Levitys Law
Who are all the members of your band, and what do they play?
Tyler Wheeler – Vocals
Jeremy Bardwell – Guitar
Thad Underhill – Bass
Chris Sears – Drums
When did the band get together, and how?
Ty and I have been writing music for as long as I can remember. The beginning of high school is when we started playing full band. Mind you we’re in our mid-twentys now. We have had on and off again bass players & drummers over the years. Thad and Chris have just joined us and they are both great. We’re lucky to have them.
How would you describe your music to someone?
This is always been a hard question for me. Our music is always evolving. I hate to tie it down to any one specific genre. One reviewer labeled our E.P. “The Art of Losing” Progressive Rock which I think is pretty cool. But again we have a lot material that wouldn’t fit into this category in my opinion.
Who are some of the bands that influence your music?
There are so many Artists that have influenced us. Personally I can go way back to when I was a kid listening to Nirvana on the radio. It just struck a chord with me and ever since then I wanted to be a musician. A Perfect Circle, Seether, Sevendust, Revis, Staind, Hurt and many more have inspired us to write the music we’re playing today.
What other bands have your members been/are in?
Ty and I have stuck together over the years. I know that Thad played with Deadwood Stone for a while. I’m not quite sure who Chris has played with.
What other local bands would you recommend people check out?
I don’t know if you still want to call them a local band or not but Pop Evil Is great. Wayland Kicks ass, Deadwood Stone is great but these things you already know.
Where is your favorite place to play in Grand Rapids?
We’ve played teasers a lot in the past but I would have to say my favorite place we’ve played is The Rocket Lounge. They just get the sound right.
Where can we catch you performing next?
We are in the middle of catching everyone up with the E.P. at the moment, but we will be setting up shows soon. You can check our website levityslaw.com for upcoming shows. We’ll be promoting our Single ‘My Affliction’ off of ‘The Art of Losing’ E.P. - WGRD.com
Discography
The Art of Losing E.P.
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To truly understand Levity’s Law is to understand what music means to them. “To me music is about connections,” says Tyler Wheeler, lead vocalist and co-founder of Levity’s Law. “It’s about expressing yourself honestly in a way that can be both interpreted and related to ones life, which in turn creates an almost palpable affinity between the artist and the listener. Music is a conduit that allows us as individuals to connect intellectually and emotionally. If you’re being genuinely honest with yourself and you’re creating something that is real, people will connect with it.”
Jeremy Bardwell, lead guitarist and co-founder of Levity’s Law has similar views on how important substance is in music. “We are only interested in creating art, something that truly means something to us,” states Jeremy, “Music just happens to be the avenue we chose. So we intend on creating music that is relevant, poignant and meaningful or not at all.”
With Levity’s Law both their conviction and their music is infectious. The first track on their newly released E.P. “The Art of Losing” is the song “My Affliction”. It introduces you to them with an indelible piece you’ll find yourself singing throughout the day. It will also have you analyzing and interpreting the thought provoking elements, overtones and layers that is their work.
...a hit waiting to happen. -Cyrus Rhodes (musesmuse.com)
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