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a word like.attack [New Song Up!]
Rock / Progressive / Electronica



Southampton, South
United Kingdom

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Member Since10/30/2004
Band Websiteawordlikeattack.com
Band MembersDave - Vocals
Richard - Guitar, Vocals
Adam - Bass, Vocals
Joe - Guitar, Electronics
Alex - Drums
Contact awordlikeattack@hotmail.co.uk
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Sounds Like“The result is a seamless crossover of musical elements and killer hooks, which will surely see this UK south coast based band snapped up on the same label as Thrice or Glassjaw within the next twelve months.”
Best Of The New Breed 2009
RockMidgets.com


Though We Aren't Birds, We're Still Given To Flight (2009)

"a word like.attack deliver on all their promises on their new three track EP [and] are one of the best new cult acts around right now." 4/5
RockMidgets.com

"This Southampton quintet has created an EP with real artistic merit and passion... given to moments of blinding brilliance." 8/10
Audioscribbler.com

"Ambition is never a bad thing, and in this EP, it is present in abundance."
Alterthepress.com

"Three tracks delivered with conviction and fury and bound to win the band a few admirers."
Glasswerk.co.uk


Ships Hung In The Sky (2008)

“A Goliath journey through hardcore cityscapes and dormant volcanic ambience.”
Musicouch.com

"A word like.Attack offer a highly musical take on the post-hardcore sound, with sweet piano and chilling guitars in the quieter sections that explode into magnificent blasts of energy." 7/10
The-Mag.me.uk

".Attack show that in terms of building up soaring peaks to heighten emotional and hard edged falls, they have a talent.”
Audioscribbler.com

“If you like your music rough and ready and appreciate post-hardcore bands, such as Glassjaw and Thrice you should find something to enjoy here.”
Glasswerk.co.uk


Live

"Quite simply phenomenal."
Die Shellsuit Die Magazine

"This Southern based quintet put on a fantastic live show."
Donnarc Music Magazine

"a word like.attack are hugely energetic... worth a visit if you see them on a line-up near you."
The-Mag.me.uk

“…The rough and overly English accent combined with perfectly with the quick and tidy sound produced by the rest of the band creating a kind of tame chaos - I have a feeling this band will go wild any time now.”
Donnarc Music Magazine

We're Proud to Have Shared a Stage With Ardentes
At Sunrise
Better Dressed Than Adam
Brandon Steep
Brigade
Burn the Fleet
Bury The Silence
The Computers
Consort with Romeo
Cue To Eclipse
Data.Select.Party
Days in December
Dead Poets
Dopamine
Drawings
The Future
Get The Tape
Ghosts On Pegasus Bridge
Giocanda Smile
Jaimison
Kids In Glass Houses
The Naturals
Not Advised
Outcry Collective
Part Dinosaur
Ride The Skyline
Shaped by Fate
Slaves To Gravity
The Taming
Viva Sleep
Waiting for Sirens
We Have a Getaway
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Nov 13 2009 8:00P
White Rabbit *FREE ENTRY* w/ BLAKFISH, OUTCRY COLLECTIVE, GAY FOR JOHNNY DEPP & THE AVALON Plymouth
Nov 15 2009 8:00P
Talking Heads w/ BLAKFISH, OUTCRY COLLECTIVE + GAY FOR JOHNNY DEPP Southampton
Dec 1 2009 8:00P
Proud Galleries w/Nessus Red Camden, London and South East
Dec 20 2009 8:00P
Chords w/ DIVIDING THE LINE + PROCEED Poole

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   About a word like.attack [New Song Up!]
awl.a - Est. 2006

A Word Like.Attack are a five-piece from Southampton. They play electronica-influenced post-hardcore and since forming have been playing shows across the country and released three EPs, which are available both at shows and online.

Having been selected as ones to watch in 2009 by RockMidgets.com, and with the release of their third EP, "Though We Aren't Birds, We're Still Given To Flight" in July 2009, awl.a are intent on playing as many shows as possible in order to get their music heard. Get in contact if you're interested in booking us.

For the most up to date information on what we're doing, please visit our Official Website and Blog.


We’re on Un-scene 5!

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Releases:

Though We Aren't Birds, We're Still Given To Flight
(July 2009)

Buy: awl.a Store / iTunes

1. Good Luck In Your Future Endeavours
2. Move The Still Life
3. "He's Going Through A Lion Phase"


I Climb the Trees to Get to You (October 2008)
Free With Any Purchase From The awl.a Store

1. I Climb the Trees to Get to You





Ships Hung in the Sky (March 2008)
Buy: awl.a Store
1. The Last Man In Europe
2. Women Need Not Be Afraid of Man-Eating Sharks
3. Ships Hung in the Sky
4. We Searched the City, and Found Only Dust
5. I've Seen Dragons With Feet Like Rabbits'


"Everyday I Start Running..." (January 2007)
Only Available At Shows

Chapter I: Thursday Morning
Chapter II: The Detective
Chapter III: They Will Hunt Us Down Like Dogs
Chapter IV: The Guilty Don't Stand Still



Compilations:

Alter The Press Autumn/Winter Compilation (August 2009)
Free Download Here

15. Good Luck In Your Future Endeavours
(Click title for full tracklisting)




Punktastic Un-Scene 5 (August 2009)
Free Download Here

32. I Climb The Trees To Get To You
(Click title for full tracklisting)


The Breakout Vol: 3 (February 2009)
Buy: We Ignite Records

3. I Climb the Trees to Get to You
(Click title for full tracklisting)




The Breakout Vol: 2 (July 2008)
Buy: We Ignite Records

9. Women Need Not Be Afraid of Man-Eating Sharks
(Click on title for full tracklisting).






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a word like.attack [New Song Up!]'s Friends Comments
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Vyn’s

Vyn’s



Nov 4 2009 5:51 PM

Hi !
Thanks.
Nice sound here!
All my compliments.
Keep Music Alive !

Vyn's.
WeWereSuperheroes[NEW E.P UP FOR A WEEK]

WeWereSuperheroes[NEW E.P UP FOR A WEEK]



Nov 3 2009 10:26 AM

Hey, thanks for the friendship :)

how are you?
weve put our whole new ep online for a week and we'd really appreciate it if you could check it out :)

xxx
Hard Sun

Hard Sun



Nov 3 2009 10:26 AM

Hey thanks! Keep cool, love it. Check our new cd.
A Fan Of Music 3k+

Auriane Whitmore



Nov 3 2009 10:26 AM

Hey!
How are you?
Please can you comment on my blog on which unsigned band i should feature on my profile, thank you :)
http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendId=139622577&blogId=516826479
Aurianex
S-a-N Agency Ltd

S-a-N Agency Ltd



Nov 3 2009 10:25 AM

Digging the tunes guys. Nice one!
CHASING FATE - Across The World on iTunes!

CHASING FATE - Across The World on iTunes!



Nov 2 2009 8:28 AM

What's up! We're Chasing Fate! Our debut single, Across The World, is now available on iTunes. If you like what you hear, you can get it for only $1. We also just uploaded a new demo called "What You Do To Me" so if you get a chance, take a listen.

Become a fan on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/chasingfate) or follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/itsChasingFate)!!

- Bryce Brandon Kyle & Chris
WATCHOUTVEGAS [BOOK US NOW!]

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Nov 1 2009 9:09 PM

new song upp just now plz listen:)
Embers Of A Tragedy

Embers Of A Tragedy



Nov 1 2009 2:03 AM

Hey!

Our vocalist left and we are in need of a vocalist based in southampton/surrounding areas who can sing(screams would be a bonus too).

If you are interested or know anyone who would be please let us know or pass our name along, it would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks
EOAT x
Tactus

Tactus



Oct 31 2009 1:39 AM

Alright,

Nice tunes, cheers for the add.

Andrew
(Tactus)
Charley Macaulay

Charley Macaulay



Oct 31 2009 1:39 AM

Hey there..
Anytime, Great to be friends..
Love the site

Keep in touch
Charley x
robin williams NEWSONGS

robin williams NEWSONGS



Oct 29 2009 2:34 PM

Cheers for accepting guys! sweet material xx
Lunar Dusk

Lunar Dusk



Oct 29 2009 10:12 AM

Hi a word like.attack

Thanks for the add!

Wishing you a fun Hallowe'en dudes! :)

In Darkness,
Aerial
belleville

belleville



Oct 28 2009 8:33 PM

no worries! your tunes sound great.

belleville
The Lock Up Studios

Lock Up Studios



Oct 27 2009 12:42 AM

cheers guys.

Cool sounds. Good luck
Beneath Our Sorrows (NEW LAYOUT)

Beneath Our Sorrows (NEW LAYOUT)



Oct 26 2009 12:26 PM

not bad guys :) how are you boys?

x
One Morning Left [ MUSICVID COMING OUT SO SOON! ]

One Morning Left [ MUSICVID COMING OUT SO SOON! ]



Oct 25 2009 5:02 PM

Hello, Lover!

We have a t-shirt design contest going on and we would like you to take part!

Check out our newest blog for details about the contest and the grand prize! There are also some great consolation prizes ;)

/One Morning Left

ps. be sure to keep your heads up for our first MUSIC VIDEO which will be revealed any day now.
Her Racing Demon

Her Racing Demon



Oct 24 2009 10:46 AM

heyy. yeah. it goes great :P yourself?
liking your stuff. have you had a listen to our tracks?
xx
The Delegation

The Delegation



Oct 24 2009 10:46 AM

That's alright :)
It's going good thanks, busy, but good. And you?
The Delegation
Gem

Gemma Kenward



Oct 23 2009 12:12 AM

No worries, thanks for accepting me. I love love love your music. ;) I'm going to have to go buy your record now.

Gem x
Dead Poets - [RECORDING SOON]

Dead Poets - [RECORDING SOON]



Oct 22 2009 11:42 AM

hi guys, we're all good thank you. Hope you guys are alright?↲The show was a good one. Thanks for sticking around for our set, you guys were epic. I can't stop listening to your cd's.↲That sounds good to us. The new year would probably be best as we're getting transport sorted.↲We'll stay in touch though. Speak to you soon.↲Olly ↲DeadPoets
Cities On Fire

Cities On Fire



Oct 16 2009 2:11 PM

ahh its going sick cheers and you

and np =]

cof x
Downsize

Downsize



Oct 16 2009 6:06 AM

visit sometime and leave some love..
DYNAMIC

DYNAMIC



Oct 15 2009 10:56 PM

thanks for the add!

peace

Dynamic
DJ Trauma™

DJ Trauma™



Oct 13 2009 11:32 AM

awesome. good thanx, hope you like the mixes! :)
KIXMET

KIXMET
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Oct 12 2009 1:46 AM

Have a rocking weekend,
thanks for your support!
hope you like our latest video
"because I Love You"
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