Station Static

1) What do you think of music labels sometimes signing contracts with seemingly untalented musicians, and good bands staying underground?
I think it’s a pretty good example of how music is becoming more of a business, and less of an privilege. I know people that make music, because they just want to be in bands. Usually labels sign these kinds of artists, because of the 12-14 year old fan base, that doesn’t have much musical knowledge. And as for the underground part, I think it’s kind of cool, but I really wish some artists I knew got the attention they deserve.

2) What are some things you wish fans would stop doing? Are there any things you’d like them to start?
I can honestly say, I wish our fans would stop being so damn awesome, it makes me realize how un-rad I am. But in all seriousness, nothing really, I wouldn’t change a thing, they have been really supportive and hands on, and we appreciate it.

3) Do you enjoy playing the shows in people’s basements with only 11 people in attendance?
Those are the best shows to play, I used to play at the internet cafe in Red Bank, New Jersey, and seriously Read More

This band has practically exploded over the year. Now with over two million plays, they’re tracing about the entire continental U.S. adding on to their seemingly endless and devoted fanbase. It’s a wonder to everyone how they aren’t yet under a major label and dominating the cover of Alternative Press. But for now they’re going to play a few major dates of this summer’s Warped in the middle of their tour with Stephen Jerzak, Chase Coy, & Romance on a Rocketship. Their essential album, which no SmartPunk user is complete without, titled Honestly, is now being followed by sophomore EP, Emotion, available August 18th. Released from that EP tomorrow is “What Would You Say”, featuring Chicago dweller Tom Higgenson who will never be forgotten as the genius who brought you Hey There Delilah. Breathe Electric’s Grant Harris, Jeff, Carter, Jake, and a man who is frequently mentioned on this page, Vince Pierri, are all headed to your town any day now, but will never stray too far away from their home residing in cornfield covered Lake County. Just recently, I ran into Jeff Geisser (synth player of Breathe Electric) at a small show for Goodbye Gravity (formerly War Against Reality). He was wondering why I never uploaded the video we took almost a year ago. The last time I saw this man it was almost eleven months ago, he had no shirt on, was sporting a full-on beard, and we were in a church. For the longest time, no one has bothered to Read More

“With our faith in God and your faith in us, I believe this band has a bright future.”
–Bradley Vaughn

For every mainstream band that has clogged the airwaves and covered the glossy pages of Alternative Press, there are thousands of new bands that sign up for a music page on Myspace and post an incessant amount of bulletins to get themselves heard. I’m sure as you read this, you know exactly what I’m talking about. One For The Angels is different. With former Virginia resident Bradley Vaughn fronting the stage, this five pieced untiring band is hoping to not only impress people with their songs and live shows, but to also do whatever it takes to spread Jesus Christ’s and God’s word. They are motivated by their fans, and with hopes of a tour starting Read More

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Three of you super lucky fans can win a signed the Dropout Year album Best Friends For Never with a DY sticker included (yes, I have three). The contest rules are simple: have ”Dropout Year” (or something associated with the band or their music) written somewhere on yourself (i.e. arm, forehead, hand, etc.) then take a cute picture of it. The only rule is that it has to be creative, and stand out from the rest. The deadline date is still to be decided. Winners will be chosen by…we’ll vote er something, C:
Send HTML pics to: myspace.com/stationstaticmusic

CREATIVE PEOPLE ARE LOVED.

”Because if looks could kill,
I’d die happy knowing it was you.” –Tire Swing Romance

Maryland was the home to famous bands such as All Time Low, Good Charlotte, Count Your Blessings, and it was also the breeding ground for the unsigned Dropout Year. They were 4 high schoolers playing covers in their basement and doing shows at churches just like any other band. What makes them special is their ability to communicate and relate to us fans. A really great band won’t care if their fans are creepy or are screaming their lungs out at their show. A superfabulousamazing band can still rock the van instead of the bus, and can get their exercise fix by walking from the van to the door at Taco Bell.

[1] Who’d you write ”Confetti” about?
That song is actually a fictional story. I mean, we all know people who live and die by their reputations, and this song was thought up along those lines. It’s about a girl who tries and tries to stay true to herself, but one night of Read More