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The Never
Indie / French pop / Classical



Chapel Hill, North Carolina
United States

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Last Login:  10/6/2008
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   The Never: General Info
Member Since9/23/2004
Band Websitethenever.org
Band Members noah smith
joah tunnell
jonny tunnell

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Influences the beatles, danny elfman, the zombies, e.l.o., david bowie, t-rex, dr. dre, Harry Nilsson, the rolling stones, conway twitty, pink floyd,
Sounds Like
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Praise for The Never and Antarctica

"There is much spry vigor and untested wisdom in many of the things that Smith sings on Antarctica"
-Daytrotter.com

"Confident, competent, and altogether charming."
-Delusions of Adequacy

"The blend of indie rock and chamber pop on The Never's concept album Antarctica is always grand but never grandiose: Every note is deployed in the interest of making the melodies as unforgettable as possible."
-Brian Howe, The Independent

"There's something instantly endearing about a band that intentionally bucks trends. The inherent bravery required to step apart from the pack can be irresistible, especially when the music by the band in question is top-shelf quality."
-Billboard

"The CD is fantastic—it’s poppy and orchestral in all the right places."
-Pop Matters

"[The Never] had their go at a concept album, and, not only do they nail the mark, they’ve practically reinvented the idea."
-Discorder

"Smith is an unheard of triple threat in rock: singer songwriter, children's author and illustrator."-
Creem Magazine

"If you are not moved one way or another by Antarctica, you are not human."
-Transform Online

























The Never
Record LabelTrekky Records
Type of LabelIndie







   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Oct 9 2008 5:00P
Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival (w/ Midtown Dickens, Megafaun, Des Ark, Paleface, and more!) Pittsboro, NC
Oct 10 2008 8:15P
Mr. Diplomat at the DSI Theater Carrboro, NC
Oct 11 2008 9:30P
Virginia Power Shift Conference @ Virginia Tech Blacksburg, VA
Oct 12 2008 6:30P
Livin Lattes Pilot Mountain, NC
Oct 24 2008 8:00P
BeansTalk Coffee House Boone, NC
Oct 26 2008 10:00P
Acoustic Coffee House Johnson City, TN
Oct 30 2008 9:00P
Broad Street Music New Bern, NC
Oct 31 2008 10:30P
Evening Muse (Halloween Party) Charlotte, NC
Nov 1 2008 7:00P
Swift Creek Coffee Garner, NC
Nov 7 2008 8:30P
Duke Coffee House (w/ The Explorer’s Club) Durham, NC

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   About The Never

Antarctica: A Storybook Record
Full length album and 50-page storybook

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THE PROJECT
The Never are currently touring in support of the release of their second long player album, entitled ANTARCTICA. It's a storybook album: a full length CD literally coupled with a fully illustrated storybook by guitarist Noah Smith. The story is centered around a young, naive boy named Paul and his journey to find the owner of a large bomb he finds near his home in the country.
ANTARCTICA is a plea for everyone young and old to remember the simple things of childhood. The book also serves as a reminder to appreciate our world and the beauty it has to offer.

THE BOOK-art and words
"Far and away, paul's favorite thing
Is the tree on the hill with the tire swing
Its roots go deep through earth and green,
Bent by all the days it's seen
And in it's bark initials carved,
Surrounded by a deep cut heart..."


"...Gathered in mass in an empty lot
Are tired old men who have long since forgot.
Forgotten to love, forgotten to live
Forgotten to dream and forgotten to give..."



Samples of the art of Antarctica

THE BAND
The Never are too ambitious. However, Noah Smith and brothers Jonny and Joah Tunnell have never seen that as a bad thing. Fueled by a ravenous disposition for creating adventurous pop music with audacious orchestral tendencies, the band’s last album was an epic concept album that included a 50-page, fully illustrated storybook. The band is now funneling all of that creative energy straight into the songwriting for their follow-up album. Guitarist Noah Smith’s soulful vocals soar over a patchwork of interesting musical textures created by the multi-instrumentalist Tunnell Brothers who supply plenty of drums, bass, organ, flute and two parts of the group’s gorgeous three-part harmonies. However, the primary focus of the music is absolute allegiance to the power of smart, intricately arranged pop songwriting. You might call The Never conventionalists from the future. You’ll hear the classic pop influence of bands like The Zombies and The Beach Boys, but it won’t sound familiar or traditional. The band’s signature lush sound stems from humble origins – all three members were home-schooled, bathed in barrels, had no indoor plumbing or electricity and it was this upbringing that fostered an appreciation for nature that is taken for granted. Drawing inspiration from these austere roots, the band promotes responsible environmental awareness by touring in a bus running on biodiesel as opposed to gasoline. They feel it is their obligation as a band who tours extensively to think of how it affects the rest of the world.


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Crix Nadine





Oct 3 2008 8:40 PM

Come to New York and visit me my darlings
Star[[Fameux]]





Oct 3 2008 10:23 PM

OMG!!!!!!!
Whoever planned this makes me so much more than happy! Do you guys know how long I've wanted you to play at my school for?!
AHHH! I'm so happy. =] =]
I can't wait.
They told us in homeroom today, so of course that started my day off great!
Ahhhh. =] =] =]

<333333333333333333333
Gigi! [[MLP]]





Oct 5 2008 9:38 PM

Ahh!! Your playing at my school friday <33 Im so excited.
Aceaholics





Oct 6 2008 9:47 AM

HAVE A WONDERFUL WEEK!
FROM ALL OF US!
OurStage New York





Oct 1 2008 8:32 PM

The Never!

Thanks for the Add.

Hope to see you around OurStage.
R U $$ 3 LL





Sep 30 2008 2:48 AM

I've been listening to you guys ever since "The Never" came out.
Absolutely love you.

one of my favoite bands <3
I bought Antartica a couple months ago from your website.
Tex Wagner





Sep 28 2008 12:23 AM

We're really diggin' "When You're Gone"! Great tune. Thanks for the add, now don't be a stranger.
WSOE 89.3 FM





Sep 28 2008 9:05 PM

Hey boys!!

You guys rock!! We had an awesome time with all of you this past Wednesday!! The show was great!!! Thank you so much for coming out!!

-Shanon
SKULLCLAMP


Is Online


Sep 22 2008 1:05 PM

Thanks for the add!!!
Beth [Honey Bear]





Sep 18 2008 1:57 PM

I'm so sorry that I missed that concert this past weekend but it was nice hanging out with you afterwards!!

One of these days I'll be able to catch you to buy some stuff from you guys. haha. I have a list of stuff! (And I demand to have things signed as well)
The Lone Wolf





Sep 17 2008 7:34 PM

the never = awesome
Language Arts (NewEST Song Up!)





Sep 16 2008 10:19 PM

what's up fellas? Please stop by and check out our song "Please Tie Your Dog." I think you'll dig it!

much obliged.

-Language Arts
choleric





Sep 17 2008 7:09 AM

Hey...come check out the new promo vid and journal...let us know what you think..
BECKY!





Sep 15 2008 9:38 PM

zomgTheNever.
You all did amazing, on the 13th in New Bern.
Hopefully you all already have plans on a return trip.
Lauren and London





Sep 16 2008 4:58 PM

Love love loved you guys in New Bern again! I am stoked to hear some awesome new music. Thank you guys!
The Does





Sep 12 2008 4:04 PM

Thanks for the add!
Grant Golden





Sep 14 2008 4:04 PM

Dear, The Never.
You're awesome.
Last night was one of the best shows in New Bern evar. IHOP with Johnny and Lost In The Trees was awesome as well. I'm now making it my duty to pimp you all out to whoever I come across.

Love, Grant.
k a t i e





Sep 10 2008 5:18 AM

remember that magic drifting iced tea cup? that was neat.
Southeast Performer Magazine





Sep 10 2008 7:06 PM

You're in this month's issue of Southeast Performer. Be sure to check it out!
Alex Arnold Photography





Sep 10 2008 3:52 AM

Stoped by to check it out and found great music still :)
"DR." DEB -Freelance Event Photographer


Is Online


Sep 9 2008 1:11 PM

Just stopping by to say hello!
Sheila Inc. ♥





Sep 8 2008 4:37 PM

hey there, how are you?
thanks for the add.
Your music is great:D
Keep it up and let's keep in touch,
okay?

Cheers!
The Colors Of October





Sep 8 2008 10:01 PM

Woah! What are the chances that the very moment I looked at your page Cavity was at 77,777 plays?

That's just amazing. Almost as amazing as the song itself.
kyle bement





Sep 8 2008 5:40 AM

You crazy cats are online!? At this hour!?
Christina





Sep 5 2008 8:03 PM

Hey, thanks for the Add! Have a happy Friday :-) TGIF!!! Hehe
Star[[Fameux]]





Sep 6 2008 2:20 AM

Hey!
So, I really like the new layout. You guys always have cool ones.
So question.. where do you guys make yours, cause I know some sites you can make them on but they never seem to be as cool as yours.

..and oh my gosh! Only two more shows on the tour? That's crazy! This summer went by really fast.

And keep up the amazing work on the new album, I love everything I've heard so far. =]

<33
Baker





Sep 7 2008 2:41 PM

hey guys. still awesome.
Heather Amazing





Sep 5 2008 1:31 PM

so i kinda miss your faces :)
laura taylor. the darling life