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THOREAU
Rock / Hardcore / Salsa

"Oneiro - OUT NOW"

New Port Richey / Tampa, Florida
United States

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Jul 31 2008 7:00P
Neptunes Lounge Tarpon Springs, Florida
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   About THOREAU

If you head over to the Gulf Coast from Tampa and then drive north for a little while, you'll come to the small town of New Port Richey. Although it may look like any other average central Florida town, New Port Richey is home to Thoreau, an introspective hard-rock quartet that is poised to take the national stage.

Frontman Sean McPhee contributes heavily to the lyrics and, at 20, is the oldest member of a band whose talent and polish belie their young age. Daniel Miller (guitar) and Shawn Nichols (drums), along with bassist Dick Relak, provide a fast and complex sonic canvas for the thoughtful and infectious melodies that McPhee belts out. Together, they have won FLARO (the Florida Annual Rock-Off), heavily toured the state - building a large and loyal fan-base throughout the peninsula, and are taking on a tour of the Eastern US in late summer of '07.

Dick and Shawn were classmates in high school; they formed a band with Dan (from a nearby school) and another local friend. Feeling unsatisfied with this project, the three left in order to create a new ensemble. This band was named "Thoreau", after the 19th century philosopher. After auditioning many possible singers without finding one that fit, they were eventually introduced to Sean through a mutual friend. The band clicked right away, and their performances immediately gained a strong local following. McPhee's lyrics examine themes of love, longing, betrayal, and a search for the ideal. Miller's intricate guitar work moves between blazing technical riffs and soaring, anthemic passages. Nichols's pounding drum work has a similar fast, motivated sound with a latticework of rhythms. Relak is not only a talented bassist, but his energetic stage presence nearly matches that of the frontman's.

In 2006, Thoreau signed with Orlando-based Pandora Records (a label coincidentally made up of Port Richey ex-pats), which not only allowed them to further spread their influence, but laid the groundwork for their debut full-length album, "Oneiro". This 12-track LP, whose title is the Greek word for "dream", debuts at the end of July '07. It is already a monster hit with fans, quickly growing the fanbase even before its release.

Thoreau's influence will continue to grow this summer; in addition to the album and national tour, they are filming the video for their first single, "Capillary" - with director Jon Bowen - and will be playing at the To Write Love On Her Arms Show for charity. These young rockers will soon leap from their small home town to become a presence throughout the country, and beyond.


THOREAU
Post-hardcore

Tampa, FL

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THOREAU is:
Sean McPhee - Vocals
Dick Relak - Bass
Daniel Miller - Guitar
Ricky Carlton - Guitar
Shawn Nichols - Drums

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Website: http://www.thoreaurock.com

Purevolume Site: http://www.purevolume.com/thoreau

Record Label: Pandora Records
Type of Label: Indie



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2/26 - Recording a New SONG!

Hey guys so we havent put anything into this thing in awhile but this is a good one. Were recording a brand spankin new song on March 5th! Were super pyched and cannot wait for everyone to hear it. If you come to any of our shows coming up you can preview it before anyone else, and dont be shy - let us know what you think! Speaking for everyone i think i can say it is definitely our sickest song yet. Well we hope to see some of you guys at the shows comin up, but for the people that cant make it out the song should be up in about a month our two were guessing. So keep a look out!!
- Shawn


11/27/07 - New Member!!!

We've added a new member to the line-up of Thoreau. His name is Ricky, and he's gonna be playing guitar with us from here on out! We wanted to fill out our sound and we've been waiting for the right person to come along, and Ricky just meshed well with us. Be sure to catch a show soon and welcome him into the family!


Capillary Video

Check out the video for our first single, Capillary by clicking HERE or by scrolling down the page (you can find it in the "Multimedia" section). Thanks to all of you for the great feedback! A special thanks to our director, Jon Bowen, our director of photography, Kevin Burroughs, Trish, and the entire crew!


BACK TO SCHOOL FESTIVAL / VIDEO PREMIERE

Hey guys, be sure to come out to Club Bourbon Street on September 1 for the Pandora Records Back to School Festival! We'll be playing along with Tears in the Sahara, Channing Deren, Danny Brantley, The Sterling, and so many more bands. We'll also be premiering the "Capillary" video! The show starts at 5pm and is all ages. Cost is $10 or $8 for students. There will be tons of prize giveaways and the high school with the biggest crowd wins a huge cash prize!


CD RELEASE SHOW INFO

The official Oneiro CD Release Party will be Thursday, July 26, at Club Bourbon Street in New Port Richey, Florida. Cover is $7 and doors open at 7pm. We'll have our whole new line of merch available at this show including buttons, stickers, shirts, and of course Oneiro. The show also features The Spinlight Letter, The Sterling, Danny Brantley, and Kill Jasper. It's gunna be a killer show and a great time. Hope to see you all there!


To Write Love on Her Arms - Benefit Concert

Hey guys, we've partnered with our label, Pandora Records, to sponsor a benefit show at The Social in Orlando, Florida on Wednesday, July 26 for the To Write Love on Her Arms organization. We'll be playing alongside our friends, Of Truth and Stories and Until Stars Fall. To Write Love on Her Arms is a non-profit oraganization devoted to offering hope to the many who struggle with depression, addiction, suicide, and self injury. Proceeds from this show will go to benefit this great cause. Please come out and show your support. To learn more about TWLOHA, visit the official website.


Happy 4th of July - FREE DOWNLOAD

In celebration of the holiday, we're giving away a free download of our first single, "Capillary." You can download it now by clicking HERE until July 24. Don't forget to pre-order your copy of Oneiro today and get the free acoustic EP!


Pre-Order "ONEIRO" Now

Pre-order your copy of our debut album, Oneiro now by visiting our online store hosted by Downtown Rivals. If you order before July 20 you'll have your copy in your hands before everyone else! You'll also receive a free poster, sticker, and exclusive Pandora Green Room EP featuring 5 acoustic tracks of songs on the new album (available for download in audio and video formats). So order now and take advantage of this great offer!


CD Release Show Info

It's finally here! Thursday, July 26 at Bourbon Street in New Port Richey, Florida will be the official Oneiro CD Release Party presented by Pandora Records. The lineup and more details for the show will be announced soon. Clear your schedules now. You don't want to miss this!


New Merch Designs Are Here

In addition to the album release, we'll be launching a whole new line of merch! These items are will be available very soon! Check out some of the new designs below and make sure you visit our new online store powered by Downtown Rivals.


The New Album is Coming Soon

Our debut album, Oneiro will be available online and in select stores on Tuesday, July 24. In the meantime we'll be posting 3 new tracks every Friday starting July 13th for your listening pleasure.





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Jul 17 2008 6:53 PM

I love you :D
Courtney Double-U





Jul 16 2008 2:37 PM

How did I not know about you guys?! I guess I've been living under a rock! Love the music...vocals are awesome Sean!
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Jul 15 2008 11:35 AM

GET HEARD!!! WERE ALL ABOUT CD DUPLICATION CALL US NOW FOR GREAT DEALS & INFO 813.966.5503
Lori





Jul 14 2008 7:09 PM

Okay, a little history lesson for you pee wees. The Doors were originally called " the doors of perception". Morrison was a poet, thus the lyrics, and also a social misfit. ( Read: " No one here gets out alive"). Also a musical genious, it's pretty damned hard to have people listen to your music for 40 something years! Back in those days, I was a baby, my parents were a marine and a secretary for F.A.A. in D.C.
I discovered them in my teen years, because they are CLASSIC. And thier stuff STILL sounds good!
Just listen to " Riders on the Storm". I put that one on for you guys. It's not bone crunching metal, and it doesn't have to be. Think about that. ( I'd pass on the LSD though, lmfao!)
Lori~
Lori





Jul 12 2008 7:03 PM

Okay , so do you know the origin of thier name? Smartypants? LOL
Averi misses Katrina.





Jul 12 2008 9:20 AM

Neptunes. I'll be there. <3
Dezi Desire





Jul 11 2008 6:58 AM

How was the show??? I hope all went well.
:]
dezi
Motivated By Silence (3 NEW SONGS UP!!)





Jul 8 2008 12:55 PM

So we have a new song up guys!

Come check out Terror on the High Seas!

Keep it brutal.

-MBS-
GlassKiss Promotions





Jul 1 2008 9:08 PM

Orlando <3's Thoreau!! Can't wait to see you all the 10th!
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Jul 1 2008 10:28 AM

Hey fellas. Looking forward to jamin with ya on the 10th. Hey let me know if you all need a place to crash in Orlando. We have a big ass recording studio that we party at after the show and you all can def stay the night! let me know whats up.

Caine
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Jun 27 2008 9:56 PM

on the 30th i got 5 ppl going with me so far. and my friends that do band promoting are stoping by. I can't wait for this next show!!!
♥ desiree ♥
ADD MY NEW MYSPACE!!!





Jun 27 2008 9:56 PM

on the 30th i got 5 ppl going with me so far. and my friends that do band promoting are stoping by. I can't wait for this next show!!!
♥ desiree ♥
a stupid fuck.


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Jun 27 2008 6:54 PM

hi:D i met you guys at warped tour last year in NJ :]
i doubt you remember me =/
i like the music :]
xoxo
Paradox Booking Agency (SUMMERFEST is TOMORROW!!!)





Jun 26 2008 3:09 PM

Thanks for supporting!
;D

-Mav
aron.





Jun 25 2008 11:20 PM

when will u be in the pasco area again?
Deus Ex Machina


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Jun 23 2008 12:25 PM

I will be at the Orlando show!
Shekinah from INDIE STAR TV





Jun 22 2008 10:57 AM

WHEN: JUNE 30TH @ 8PM

WHERE: Crowbar (Ybor)

BANDS:
BROKENCYDE
KARATE HIGH SCHOOL
CHAOS ARCADE
THOREAU
THE FIGHT AT THE SHOW

COST: $7/ALL AGES!!!

SEE YOU AT THE SHOW!!!!

Myspace.com/BROKENCYDE
Myspace.com/KARATEHIGHSCHOOL
KARA.





Jun 20 2008 2:01 PM

how do you vote for the warped tour thing?
Jenna <3's TTT





Jun 9 2008 7:31 PM

So... you should definitely say yes to playing for my birthday show!
tony





Jun 9 2008 6:59 PM

good tunes
Aly





Jun 6 2008 2:26 PM

Hey guys :)

Loved seeing you at the Orpheum... thanks for bringing the rock!!

But really, I was so impressed with how you guys did. I'm looking forward to your other Tampa shows!!

See you soon!
Jenna <3's TTT





Jun 5 2008 11:09 AM

hey guys it was good seeing you last night and thanks for talking to us after the show, AND having a spitting contest with me well whoever did...
Nathan





Jun 4 2008 1:04 PM

Wow. You guys rock. I am impressed. Wish I could see you guys in concert but I am in Iraq and won't be back in the States for a while. Keep on rockin!
Rhiannon Going to Daytona with Steph!





Jun 2 2008 6:52 PM

so whens the next show? =)
[Flo-Rida] Lindsey





Jun 2 2008 4:53 PM

i <3 thoreau!!! thank you guys so much for playing at my birthday!!! i had a blast and i hope you guys did too!!!
Wanbli





Jun 2 2008 8:30 AM

Hey thanks for the add. I hope all is well and stays well for you.
peace
- Cante Wanbli
.\kerry