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Member Since7/19/2005
Band Websitewww.abandonato.com
Band Members

- Jesse Howard -
Guitars and Lead Vocals

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- Drew Bartels -
Piano and Keyboards

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- Josh Corbett -
Bass

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- Joel Burns -
Drums and Percussion

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InfluencesToto, Van Halen, Rush, U2, Journey, Steve Lukather, Sting, Phil Collins, Peter Gabriel, Joe Satriani, Mike Landau, Jonny Lang, Kenny Wayne Shepard, Eric Johnson, Steve Vai, Aerosmith, Dann Huff, Bryan Adams, Eric Clapton, Bruce Hornsby, Blues Traveler, Def Leppard, Karizma, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Bill Withers, Harry Connick, Jr., The Police, Led Zepplin, Richard Marx, Billy Joel, Stevie Ray Vaughn, The Temptations, Michael Buble, Eagles, Dire Straits, the list goes on...
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   About Abandonato
In a market over saturated with angst-ridden, one-dimensional rock bands and frivolous, shallow pop groups, the voice and sound of Abandonato stand out in the crowd. A band that offers both musical and lyrical depth, Abandonato is exciting and engaging, presenting messages of peace and hope as well as the celebration of great music and real life.

The sound and style of Abandonato results from many varied musical influences and interests coupled with the band's refusal to be boxed in by any one particular style. Rock, blues, jazz, pop, rhythm & blues, and a myriad of other genres come together to form the unique sound of the band. What results is a tapestry of catchy melodies, tight harmonies, infectious grooves, and musical diversity that sets Abandonato apart in the modern music scene.

With songs that range across the full scope of human experience, Abandonato expresses a myriad of feelings and emotions that all people feel. From heartbreak and anger to love and joy, the themes of Abandonato's music are relevant and relatable. At times electric and exhilarating, at times spiritual and reflective, the songs are always passionate and powerful.

Musicianship is a key ingredient to the unique chemistry and sound found in Abandonato. Each of the four band members keep to a serious practice and rehearsal regimen, constantly refining their craft to better the sound of the band as a whole as well as improving their own musicality. This aspect of Abandonato is evidenced in the bands several instrumental songs and jaw-dropping solo spots during their live shows. And while the band stands out as technically and musically impressive, they remain conventional and accessible.

In sum, Abandonato's sound and message are fresh and new amidst a crowd of trite and recycled musical acts. The band refuses to limit itself to one style, message, or sound in order to express themselves artistically and musically. Whether it is in a hard-driving, up-tempo rock song or a deeply felt and moving ballad, Abandonato seeks to present a new side to modern rock, one that believes in great music and real life.

PRESS/AWARDS

"...the foursome has found the right recipe for success...an outlook evident within the catchy and harmonizing hooks, keystrokes and ballad-like riffs. "
"Abandanato's tunes are a breath of fresh air, what with sweeping lyrical harmonies and well-tuned piano-guitar pop. We dare you to listen to "Usual Day" without smiling and bopping along with the keys."
-Pete Freedman, The Independent

""Usual Day", has a catchy upbeat melody, the album’s best lyrics, and a fun interlude in which the keys seem to strike up a conversation with the ax. The bare emotion and lush instrumentation of "October" is also a winner. Abandonato obviously has talented musicians and inventive ideas."
-J. Adrian Stanley, The Gazette

WINNER of and Voted Best Band in Colorado at the 2005-2006 Emergenza International Battle of the Bands Competition, receiving Top Guitarist, Top Bassist, and Top Drummer awards.

Best Instrumental Performance In A Song for "Usual Day"; awarded by Hapi Skratch Entertainment.

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ON THE RISE

ON THE RISE



Aug 2 2008 12:08 PM

Tyler Ward

Tyler Ward



Jul 28 2008 11:11 PM

COol Kicks, Cool kids.
Tom

Tom Carver



May 7 2008 4:46 PM

Hey fellas been awhile. Stopped by to say hi and was blown away by "Drive", awesome vocals Jesse! Man I need to come to another show soon. Hope you guys are all doin great!
-Tom
Tyler Ward

Tyler Ward



Apr 28 2008 11:09 PM

I drive to escape!
Tyler Ward

Tyler Ward



Apr 14 2008 4:03 AM

good news, they are meeting in Nashville next weekend about our little project!
Tyler Ward

Tyler Ward



Apr 11 2008 6:30 AM

sports
CHRIS

chris rabb



Apr 9 2008 3:49 AM

HEY GUYS! u guys played at first babtist black forest last yea bout this time and that was an awesome concert. never got to say how awesome you guys were. one of the best performances i ever been to. love the new song. got a nice style to it. like to see you guys again some time!
$$kick it one time yall$$
Tyler Ward

Tyler Ward



Mar 14 2008 4:47 PM

hieeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
Brent

Brent Buckingham



Feb 9 2008 10:10 PM

Hey Guys!!!
It was good to finally meet all of you last night!!! ANyway, just wanted to say Hi. Anyway, take care and later days.
elizabeth

Elizabeth Billingslea



Feb 4 2008 7:22 PM

Hey boys! Glad to hear things are going well, can't wait to see you guys play again!! Hi drew!! You fit in perfect!
Brent

Brent Buckingham



Jan 14 2008 12:13 AM

Hey Guys!!!
Just wanted to say that your Show with Tyler at the Aggie Rocked!!!
~KelsAAAy~

Kelsey Rygh



Jan 6 2008 9:48 PM

Happy NEW Year :)
Can't wait to see you guys rock out...yippeee!!!!! So excited for what the New Year has in store!!!!
Sixty 8

Sixty 8



Dec 21 2007 4:18 AM

Wat up guys!? Long time brothers...
♥Future Mrs. Lugo♥

♥Future Mrs. Lugo♥



Nov 19 2007 6:04 AM

I'm thinkin you guys should head up to Denver sometime soon!!
Tyler Ward

Tyler Ward



Oct 25 2007 7:48 PM

Abandonato rocks my face off, to the ground!!!

Think Emo, think Emo!
~KelsAAAy~

Kelsey Rygh



Oct 20 2007 6:11 PM

YEAH ABANDONATO :)
So happy I finally get to meet you guys!!!! Looking forward to getting to know you all more :) Hoping to see you at your show to hear some of your own music!! GOOD LUCK!
God Bless!
The Sonflowerz

The Sonflowerz



Oct 17 2007 11:09 PM

Hey! We're just coming by to say hi. Thanks for being a support to our music and ministry.

Keep Rockin' on!

The Sonflowerz
www.sonflowerz.com
sparkle

sparkle



Oct 12 2007 6:04 PM

just wanted to let you guys know the new stuff sounded awesome the other night! .... I'm a big fan ;)
♥bella

Angela Douglas



Oct 11 2007 2:46 AM

hey homies:::
for some reason, i can't find
the 'shows' listing on here.
are you guys still playing
shows. and do you have
any coming up?
Paris

Paris



Oct 2 2007 6:21 AM

my dad likes rockin' out to Abandonato. He pretty much comes home with at least one song stuck in his head. :D
sparkle

sparkle



Sep 22 2007 9:25 PM

I like the pictures a lot guys. I think they're the best ones so far
Danny

Danny DeBelius



Sep 21 2007 3:43 PM

Hmmm... brick tunnel... dangerously close to a brick wall shot. Nice pictures, nonetheless.
Andrea Poddighe

Andrea Poddighe



Sep 20 2007 4:31 PM

Hi Abandonato, A cordial regard from Andrea Poddighe.
Muddin in a Mustang

Muddin in a Mustang



Sep 3 2007 6:49 AM

Hey Friend, check out our new songs! Tell me what you think if ya get a chance. See ya
Kalee

Kalee Dill



Aug 23 2007 11:26 PM

So I am just dropping by to say hi and I love you guys!!
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