IKE inhabits a world where bands like the Pretenders, Cheap Trick, and the Attractions used to live. No stylistic boundaries and proof that great songs can still come from a LOUD rock band.
Besides those mentioned above,
the Beatles,
Nirvana,
REM,
Replacements,
Police,
Bjork,
The Jam,
Jane's Addiction,
Juliana Hatfield,
THE CLASH
Toad The Wet Sprocket,
Marvelous 3,
Jimmy Eat World,
Fountains of Wayne,
Better Than Ezra,
Matthew Sweet,
Jellyfish,
Goo Goo Dolls.
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It took the near-disintegration of their
band and personal relationships for John Faye and Joann Schmidt,
the last ones standing in IKE, to make the most compelling record of their
career. Where To Begin their new 14-song album, puts a magnifying
glass to the ups and downs of staying together and starting over...
The Philadelphia rock quartet had
enjoyed a satisfying "slow burn" on their way to the upper echelons
of the city's rock scene. Led by powerhouse lead vocalist and songwriter John
Faye, the band has wowed audiences since the release of their debut CD Parallel
Universe in 2003. Having shared stages with the likes of Bon Jovi,
REM, Cracker, Butch Walker, Train, Better Than Ezra, Matthew Sweet, and The
Hooters, IKE is accomplishing more as an indie band than many major label
acts that get lost in the shuffle. Fueled by high-voltage live shows, unheard
of radio play for an unsigned band, and a loyal fanbase which extends far beyond
their hometown, IKE has taken its DIY ethic to every imaginable setting, from
arena-size concert venues down to their intimate "Living Room Shows."
The single "Into Philadelphia," from the band's 2006 album
In Real Life has morphed into a hometown anthem, garnering regular
rotation airplay on the city's legendary rock station WMMR, and getting
high profile stadium/arena spins at home games for the Phillies, Eagles, and
Flyers. The band received accolades like Philadelphia Magazine's "Best
of Style" Award. But by the end of 2006, IKE parted ways with original
members Cliff Hillis and Dave Anthony.
Starting 2007 with a new line-up
featuring original member Schmidt on bass, and honorary bandmates Brett Talley
(Outset) on guitar and Tom Kristich (Jellybricks) on drums, Faye
was once again ready to take IKE to new heights, winning "Best Live Band"
in Out & About Magazine's Reader's Poll and recording the 14 songs on Where
To Begin. Released in the waking hours of 2008, "WTB" shows
Faye and company at their best, combining soaring vocals, big hooks, and lyrics
that are at once confrontational and confessional. With the hard-hitting single
"We Like Sugar" in regular rotation on WMMR and on the station's
"Jaxon's Local Shots Vol. 4" complilation, IKE is building
on the radio success of "Into Philadelphia" and their reputation as
one of Philadelphia's most enduring bands. Ever
youthful, ever optimistic, IKE shows no sign of giving up, slowing down, or
losing validity, with an album that acknowledges how hard it can be to keep
going and rebuild what's broken, while looking forward to the limitless possibility
of things to come.
always will and trust you guys are so awesome and down to earth i cant think of any other band better to be obsessed with then you guys... u will make it big and i throw your music out as much as i can... much love to you guys
you guys are so freakin awesome and you rocked my socks when i seen u guys live w/ fat city reprise..... ill be sure to have ur music on listening to it every day while i am in iraq... rock on guys
My summer is going well. Thanks for asking. Can't make the video release party but have a good show. I'll be talking myself into giving me a hand job that night...
