People have said that it sounds like we have been influenced by:
B-52's, Bauhaus, The Blue Nile, David Bowie, Can, Nick Cave, Clinic, The Cramps, The Cure, Deerhunter, Depeche Mode, Devo, Brian Eno, The Feelies, Gang of Four, Interpol, Japan, Joy Division, Lansing-Dreiden, LCD Soundsystem, Midnight Oil, Mission of Burma, Modest Mouse, Mogwai, Nirvana, Pere Ubu, Pixies, Polyrock, Primus, Radiohead, Roxy Music, Slint, Slowdive, The Smiths, The Strokes, Talking Heads, Talk Talk, Tears for Fears, Television, U2, The Velvet Underground, The Violent Femmes, Scott Walker, Wire, XTC.
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Drawing from the nervosa of living in a modern society, CAMERA channel their energy into tightly woven tales of age, love, and distraction. CAMERA remain alert amidst the imposed sedatedness of the masses and bring their sounds out from underneath this veil of contempt in hopes of achieving an enlightenment often denied to the underclass of the working world. CAMERA is a triumvirate force utilizing the talents of Ryan Aylward, manipulator of low-frequency oscillations; David Syvilian, the voice of opposed reason; and Joseph Scro, pursuer of rhythm both in life and the artificial alike. Turning paranoia into energy and angst into action, CAMERA prepare to embark upon the general population, instruments in hand; ready to confront mediocrity, conformity, and the threat of drool-inducing entertainment.
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PRESS:
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"Album of the Month" - The Deli Chicago 2/09
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"Armed with consistently strong tracks that aren't afraid to venture into a variety of musical worlds, Camera deliver an instantly memorable listening experience." - The Chicago Examiner 2/09
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"Camera...deliver the post-punk art-rock goods: Not only is the trio's version of the Feelies' "Moscow Nights" one of the most impressive I've heard (nobody covers the Feelies because the Feelies are just too hard to cover), originals such as "Wicked Wicked Games" and "One Neo Eon" are nearly as strong, doing proud the traditions of an era where it didn't seem unreasonable to pair ultra-danceable grooves with challenging musical ideas and often delightfully menacing sonic ambience." - Jim DeRogatis, Chicago Sun-Times 5/09
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"Camera focuses on 1980s synth bands for its main inspiration on the thoroughly enjoyable six-song EP, Fire & Science. Tracks range from the tribal beat of “The Lasting Impression Of Emperors Passed” to the shimmering shoegazer of “One Neo Eon.” Singer/guitarist David Syvilian’s clipped, foreign-sounding vocals on “Wicked Wicked Games” are fun, and his twanging guitar playing is Cramps-worthy." - Illinois Entertainer '08
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"Armed with moody guitars and a beat you can dance to, "Camera" is every bit exquisite as it is electrifying." - Illinois Entertainer '05
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"They mine the same anxieties about modern living as a group like Radiohead but, musically speaking, Camera sound more like a New Wave band that decided to pack their Earth things up and join up with the Spiders from Mars. Definitely check them out - if someone picks them up, then they'll undoubtedly be a great band to watch." - Jonathan Graef (MFR Website)
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"This is neither a show or a band to be disregarded. Seriously, listen to these tunes and tell me that you won’t think twice about attending a show. And for the record, I’m not on the band’s payroll and am not soliciting for them under contractual or even fraternal obligations… this band is plain good, and deserves all proper respect." - SuperStarcastic.com
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"Fire & Science" - 4 Stars - Chain DLK Website
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"Reminds me a bit of LCD Soundsystem but also with that kind of cool "surfer wanders into a lounge in a Jim Jarmusch movie" sound, and I think the Nick Cave comparisons are apt." - Sarah Rainone (Author of "Love Will
Tear Us Apart")
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Awesome show at the I AM festival! It was great seeing you guys again. I'm listening to your music right now.. this song reminds me of an old western movie.
Check out the Independent Arts and Music Festival (I AM Fest) taking place at the Congress Theatre on Saturday, June 13. Algren joins 24 other bands and numerous artists at this all day 100% local event. Visit www.iamfest.com for more info!
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