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Cycles
Released: 2009
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Twenty seconds into “Let’s Go,” the opening track on CARTEL’s third full length CYCLES, singer Will Pugh declares, “I’ve got so much left to do but I’ll start with this song.” For the Atlanta, GA pop-rock quintet to be prioritizing, to have their collective gaze so firmly focused on the horizon, the future and all its possibilities is both incendiary and inspiring. Incendiary and inspiring as this, after all, is a band that has toured the world over, from Tokyo to Toronto, from Brisbane to Bristol, had a smash single in “Honestly,” has had over 36 million MySpace plays as well their own MTV mini-series chronicling the recording of their second album and has amassed coverage in Rolling Stone, Alternative Press, USA Today, and the New York Times. CYCLES could have easily been the staid soundtrack to a victory lap, but rather than rest on their laurels and bask in the comforts of history they chose instead to go forth, to grow, to cohere into a singular unit (fused together through dedication, perspiration and elbow grease) and, over the course of the eleven tracks that make up CYCLES, to create a sterling collection of hook-laden modern rock, succinct and self-assured.

The writing and recording of CYCLES was a transcontinental effort that took Cartel (completed by lead guitarist Joseph Pepper, rhythm guitarist Nic Hudson, bassist Jeff Lett, and drummer Kevin Sanders) from Atlanta to Los Angeles to New York City and back again several times over. Pugh says, “We had four months living together in New York while recording which really helped to lubricate the creative mind. With nothing to distract or detract from the endeavor, I think it focused all of our energy into each song every day.” This sense of focus is evident in the exhibited song variety, from the anthemic stomp of “Let’s Go” to the plaintive longing of “Only You,” to the cascading crests of album closer “Retrograde,” Cartel successfully plants their flag into previously uncharted territory. Utilizing the triple guitar attack of Pugh, Pepper, and Hudson the songs swell with layers of ferocity, melody, and precision. The rhythm section of Lett and Sanders ups the presence of their partnership by showcasing a profound fluency in poise and dynamics.

CYCLES is an explosively vibrant and vital work, co-produced by Cartel and Ross Petersen and featuring co-production from Troy “Radio” Johnson and Rick “Dutch” Cousins on lead single “Let’s Go” and Brent Paschke (guitarist of N.E.R.D.) on “Faster Ride,” “Only You,” and “Deep South.” It is the closest a recording has come to capturing the supernova intensity of Cartel live. “We’ve built our career on non-stop touring,” says Pugh, “and having music that makes for amazing shows is our first goal, we wanted to craft a record that represents the energy we bring into our live performance.” This goal coupled with the flourishes of the studio coalesce into a full and powerful sound, a slab of guitar-centric pop-rock worthy enough to name check influences as grand as the Beatles, Oasis, and (a little closer to home) the Get-Up Kids.

Culled from over 30 songs, “We really got down to the root of what makes a song a ’Cartel’ song as we narrowed down the choice cuts,” says Pugh. Friends since attending elementary school together in Conyers, GA and a band since 2000, the songwriting process for CYCLES marked a departure for the group. This was the first time they had written an overabundance of material before entering the studio. Allowed to experiment and explore Cartel honed in on a batch of songs that reflect their own maturation and expanding world-view as individuals and as artists. Themes of responsibility, purpose, and independence abound. From the call-to-arms manifesto of “Let’s Go,” in which Pugh implores the listener to “Get up people, stand up with me,” to the confident kiss-off of head-in-a-hole conservatism in “See Me Now,” there is a worldly scope and audacious swagger throughout the album.

Says Pugh, “CYCLES is our most informed album, thus far, it is indicative of not only life processes but learning processes.” It is their dedication to the advancement and elevation of their craft as well as their willingness to confront challenges through innovation and perseverance that makes CYCLES such an effective release and Cartel such a potent and electrifying band.
"Kablamoplasty."

Will Pugh aka Billy Pug - Vocals and Guitar.
Jeff Lett aka Lett's Party - Bass.
Nic Hudson aka Lt. - Guitar.
Kevin Sanders aka KevTomBonham - Drums.
Joseph Pepper aka Jalapeno Slim - Guitar.

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Dec 10 2009 8:59 PM

Hey thank you so much for accepting our request, we really appreciate it! if you have a minute, stop by our page and check out our stuff and let us know what you think! if you cant, at least say hello, and we promise to write back! Also follow us on twitter @Tspmusic and follow me @jjgarza so we can follow you back! Much Love, Justin & The Season Premiere
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Dec 10 2009 8:34 PM

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PRAY FOR MY SOUL....NOTHING IS REAL IN THIS WORLD

PRAY FOR MY SOUL....NOTHING IS REAL IN THIS WORLD



Dec 10 2009 6:35 PM

CAN YOU PLEASE COMMENT ABOUT THIS SONG AND LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK...



THE WORLD IS LYING TO YOU


Everything that I was told was a lie,
I don’t want to live or die,
I just don’t want to survive,
Don’t you ever wonder what’s on the other side?
I keep falling its like someone from above is calling,


Tonight I can’t sleep,
I’m seeing the dead digging our graves,
The governments been hiding the truth with there dirty news,
I’m playing my position,
Like I was told,
The system is lying,
How many times do we have to die?
To see paradise,
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Oil is still on the rise,
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Starbucks is selling it for three pound fifty,
Some ones getting rich and its not you and me,


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Why do I feel out of breath?
I feel the demons getting closer to my bed,
The world is lying to you,
So live for to day,
Forget about tomorrow,
We all gonna get buried in a empty grave,
Sometimes I wish I was blind,
The things I see is making me lose my mind,
God gives us everything but then he takes them back,
Like losing your love one,
Where’s the justice in that.


Everyday I read an empty book,
With empty pages,
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Dec 10 2009 4:40 PM

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Dec 10 2009 4:17 PM

Hey whats up dude? I just wanted to drop by and show all my fucking radical new friends some love. Your fucking stellar. I hope you have the most exciting week ever, but just incase you don't you can always drop by my page and say hey or if your especially bored you might even want to listen to a song. Hit me back dude, you fucking rock. Stay crunktastic!!! <3 Justin

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Dec 9 2009 9:25 AM

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Dec 9 2009 3:34 AM

Hello!:) Hope your having a wonderful evening. I was wondering if you could take at least 5 minutes out of your day to listen to my sample song dedicated to those with cancer, AIDS, Emphyzema, Mental Illnesses and those who have been affected by their loved ones or people they know that have had these disease or people that have been affected by natural causes and are still trying to stand tall. Or even people who are just sympathetic.


"This Is For You" will be out sometime in March hopefully depending on how recording goes, but please take a moment out of your day to listen to my sample recording and add me to leave comments. Tell me about your stories it will help improve the songs Im working on dedicated to you all.

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Dec 9 2009 3:11 AM

Thanks for the add guys! Lovin the lyrics!
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