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"100 Bands You Need To Know" - ALTERNATIVE PRESS
"Band that won’t stay Underground for long!" - ALTERNATIVE PRESS
"Until The World Is Happy; Wake Up You Sleepyhead Sun is one of more unique albums to be heard in 2007" - ABSOLUTEPUNK.net
"Dear Dictator," an acerbic ode to leader whose kingdom is falling, joyous, piano-fueled choruses are interjected with mosh-worthy interludes, morphing the track into a screeching guitar anthem." - SPIN.com
“intelligent, forward-thinking, prog-influenced indie rock” - ALTERNATIVE PRESS
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Arizona's Small Leaks Sink Ships reformed in early 2006 after some tiresome, uneventful years performing under the moniker Beyond Analog. Knowing their time together as musicians was not meant to end, Jim Mandel Jr., Judd Hancock and London VanRooy wanted to leave their former sound behind and start anew. Their new beginnings resulted in a genuine, progressive, indie rock sound that would put them on the map.
With studio time that was initially intended for Beyond Analog's third release in September, the threesome challenged themselves to create a brand new record in a matter of months to personify their new sound. Writing, practicing and working harder than ever, the boys demoed a few tracks right away and shortly thereafter entered the studio with producer Jeremy Griffith (Amity, Forever Changed) to create a progressive indie rock gem.
A month later Small Leaks Sink Ships signed to No Sleep Records. The two couldn't have been a better match based on prior personal and business relationships from past companies. Both entities were more than excited to grow together.
The band itself continued to grow and by the end of the year and stepped out of the "three's a crowd” line-up, welcoming long-time friend Mike Mukai on second guitar. Feeling complete as a four-piece, Small Leaks Sink Ships started playing shows as often as possible, with some of today’s favorites such as: Piebald, Moneen, The New Amsterdams, Damiera, The Stiletto Formal, MC Chris, House of Fools and more.
"Think intelligent, forward-thinking, prog-influenced indie rock that thankfully keeps the pretentious wankery to a minimum" (Scott Heisel, Alternative Press). 10 tracks that sound like nothing you have really heard before while still singing with sounds familiar and welcoming to your soul, "Until The World.." is something that you will never want to be without.
In no time at all Small Leaks Sink Ships have been able to gain great praise from Absolute Punk, Spin.com, Wonka Vision Magazine and most recently Alternative Press claiming Small Leaks Sink Ships to be one of the "Best Underground Bands That Likely Won't Stay Underground For Long!"
With the release of the band's debut record on February 13th, 2007, the future will bring nothing but greatness for these Mesa, Arizona natives, and they are ready for what is to come.
Oh man. I live nowhere close to Cedar Rapids. Haha. Probably like two hours away... I don't think I've ever even been there... Do you know where Pella is?
hey hey. judd i saw that phoenix music connection type website. my frind kyle sent me the link. i think you might know him. anyway. ive been an az native for 22 years. and other then the heat and crime. its an amazing place to call home. ive been into and a part of the indie music scene here for years.. kyle and i created azindie but were really busy with life. but if you need our help or support anytime just let me know and ill see what i can do. keep it up. i love your album :]
Haha I was wondering why I haven't seen you guys playin' any shows. Well I hope those new guys are ready, as well as you, for my acoustic lady killin' tunes. =O
I was up in Phx a bit ago, played a show at the Chyro Arts Venue. Shit was tight.
Uh, why don't you meet me in Tucson on Oct. 17th and lets play a show. Sound good? I might cover one of your songs before you go up, just to make you look bad haha.
well i got bad news apapparently u guys already had dave in the band and he said bad stuff happened between everyone and whatever i dont care i thought it would be a DOPE show..
ok men check out sound in solace they r the band that i think should open for u at ur next show!! they r amazing and i believe in and love them just as much as my slss!!!
