As music becomes increasingly segmented due to higher demand for inventive design, true enjoyment can often play second fiddle to innovation. A sound or style that is familiar to the music world may be overlooked due to this very fact. As a result, uniqueness frequently takes precedent over wide appeal.
However, the 5-piece band known as August Rising are consistent with their refreshing hooks. Their music is honest and simple yet emotionally fed. Not to be misunderstood, it’s their way of creative expression that doesn’t have to rely on obscurities to become noticed. The band is well aware of their appeal and embraces it thoroughly, as opposed to fearing the almighty pigeonhole.
August Rising’s self-titled debut encompasses the youthful energy of Lifehouse crashing into the airy structure of Goo Goo Dolls, topped off with a dash of funk-driven Maroon 5 guitar licks. Front-man Jeff Stauning croons about adoration and its many ups and downs. He communicates his straight-forward message with brawny force, providing an ideal contrast to the illuminating subject matter. Lead-guitarist Jarod Przewoznik, a former student of Kenny Lee Lewis (Steve Miller Band), provides the driving melody of the band, with the assistance of newest member Mark Petersen, who navigates the keyboard and secondary guitar. Seasoned bassist Patrick Stephens and drummer David Hayes construct the band’s sturdy rhythm section.
Los Angeles radio powerhouse, STAR 98.7 FM, interviewed Jeff on-air earlier this year after spinning “Lay Your Hands on Me” during the morning show with DJ Valentine. Valentine enthusiastically stated, “I’ve been in the music business now for 15 years, and I can tell you, this song is a hit”. Since this encounter, August Rising has been dedicated to exposing their enjoyable sound to a broader audience.
In response to the barriers that often separate the artist from the fan, “We like to remain very reachable and really try to create a great relationship with them...we also try to create a deeper meaning to keep people involved and interested beyond just a catchy chorus.” The humble, straightforward attitude of August Rising only adds to their musical charm: something to soon be embraced by the world.
Lay Your Hands on Me is my fave song. I have it as my ringtone. Good Luck to u guys. Oh and forur website u need, Bios! from every member, pix of course. Past shows. Upcoming shows, like a tour schedule thingy. Also downloads, screensavers, ringtones, pix stuff like dat. Actual song downloads, videosssss. And Merchandiseeeeeee. And of course A spot for your fuel (fans). And lots more. Hit me up if u like for more ideas. =)
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Hiya, Luv the music. Recieved your invite but unfortunately unable to attend as I am in Scotland and you are in California lol. Money and time just wont stretch that far but hope its a great night for you and thanks for the invo! x
Hey Guys!!!
Sending you so much LoVe right now!!
Got my CD in the mail today & I'm sooooooo stoked!! Thanx so much for extra special attention & the note!! I'll keep it so when you are SuPeR famous, I can brag about being #1 hehehe =D
It really cheered my crappy day up & was the best suprise I could of got!!
Keep in touch now you have my email etc & let me know when the shirts are ready 2 crack! I tax the 1st one! :p
Hope you get the site crap worked out & if I can help in anyway with anything let me know!
Much Love xox
HELLO! So My fav song has got to be Remains Still or Lay your hands on me! LOVE both those songs the best! I also think that all of your songs are very well done. I wanted to thank you very much for the invite to the Villa Lounge/Velvet Night! Very kind of you. I'm very sorry I can not be there. But mate you have to tell me about it! Hope to talk to you soon! Love much~ Abigail Nicole xxx
Hey Guys!!!
Sending you so much LoVe right now!!
Got my CD in the mail today & I'm sooooooo stoked!! Thanx so much for extra special attention & the note!! I'll keep it so when you are SuPeR famous, I can brag about being #1 hehehe =D
It really cheered my crappy day up & was the best suprise I could of got!!
Keep in touch now you have my email etc & let me know when the shirts are ready 2 crack! I tax the 1st one! :p
Hope you get the site crap worked out & if I can help in anyway with anything let me know!
Much Love xox
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