Absurdism may be defined as a joyful celebration of the meaninglessness of life.
The Falsies are the musical personification of this philosophy.
Absurdity and sexuality are the foundations of rock music - the very act of calling fucking "rock n roll" illustrates this point. The Falsies cheerfully bear the burden of reintroducing this important tenet to the masses through their songs and live performances.
We exploit the devices of absurdist drama for equally comic and philosophical ends - some people get it, some don't.
Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. ,Tom Stoppard, Jean Genet, Samuel Beckett, Mildred (Babe) Didrikson Zaharias, Albert Camus, Tex Avery, Monty Python's Flying Circus, Homestar Runner, The Dead Milkmen, Ween, etc
Sounds Like
absurdist rock, catchy non-sequiteurs
Buy our debut CD from us ($10 includes shipping):
- Or buy it online from CDBaby:
($10.25 includes shipping)
A scene from the Nov 14th Falsies show @ Outback Lodge!
pic by Clay C.
REVIEWS
"The Falsies are obviously a band with a sense of humor. But this Charlottesville based group also put a lot of care into their songwriting. The album has echoes of pre-Beatles rock and roll, the Velvet Underground, Sonic Youth and the Cramps, but manages to be very original in a deliciously low-fi way."
Chris Connelly, OnTap, Washington D.C.
"The Falsies keep it real with pop-rock melodies and a chaotic stage show that showcases their failure to take themselves seriously. But, if there’s anything this quartet approaches with serious intent, it’s their music."
Style Weekly, Richmond, VA
"The songs are absolutely hilarious! Reading the lyrics while listening to the disc made me chuckle out loud---The music accompanying the words is equally outlandish."
Damani Harrison, The Hook
"Of all the groups we've heard, these guys could be the first to sell a million records with the right exposure---maybe a claymation video."
Bruce Flohr, ATO Records, printed in The Hook
"It takes an open mind to appreciate this tongue-incheek, self-aware music. The intentional mayhem of The Falsies's performances sheds light on the
fun that they want to have with their audiences."
Lauren Merkel, The Collegian, Richmond, VA
"a hilarious group not to be missed!"
Mobtown Molly, Metromix Baltimore, Baltimore, MD
"---weird but completely enjoyable set of original rock---the crowd was as focused on the tunes as they were on Peter's tits."
Spencer Lathrop, C-ville Weekly
"Their shows are equal parts come-on and absurdist theater, but don't worry, they'll never make you choose between pitching woo and Beckett."
staff, Richmond.com, Richmond, Va.
"I still remember the incapacitating delight... The music is undeniably frenzied in a chipper, psychotically-smiling way that makes people bang their heads and jump around like Kangaroos."
Danielle Wang, UVa's Declaration
"If you haven’t ventured out to see the Falsies play, then you are seriously shorting yourself in this life, buddy. A more engaging and entertaining local act you will not find. THE FALSIES are VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED."
Cripsy Duck, Cvillain.com, Charlottesville VA
"Endearingly absurd....the lyrics are nothing short of hilarious ... The ridiculous yet fun album shows this quartet's deep understanding of pop and punk rock backgrounds and conversational Spanish. ... no doubt a testament to the finely tuned ear of producer and drummer Lance Brenner."
Roberti Curtis, The Commonwealth Times, Richmond, Va.
"extraordinary"
The Hook, Charlottesville, Va
"See The Falsies. Feel The Falsies. Your ears will jizz rainbows of equal parts rock-n-roll and happiness!"
Chris Zysk, UVa's Declaration
"captivating insanity"
Vijith Assar, The Hook
"Falsies fans know that the onstage chaos is half the fun (the other half involves shouting along to choruses like "Ten Ton Cheese" and "We want to fuck!"), and wouldn't want it any other way."
Dan Catalano, C-ville Weekly
"We’re More Rock ’n’ Roll Than You a very pleasant surprise, a six-song EP that, at its best moments, is a damned close approximation of the band’s live show. Yes, it was good for me. Now will someone please get me a cigarette?"
Brendan Fitzgerald, C-ville Weekly
There is currently a search for two types of bands for record label consideration.
*** Note: PLEASE IDENTIFY IF YOU ARE IN GROUP 1 OR 2 IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR RESPONSE. Emails are being reviewed by different representatives.
1. A Pop/Rock/Commercial band with female lead. Band must consist of 2 guitars (Prefer both guitar players to be of lead caliber. However, one lead and one rhythm is acceptable), keyboard/piano, bass, and drums. Lead vocal, followed by backing vocals, in that order, is a plus as it relates to other members of the group. Average age of the band cannot exceed 28 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
2. A Modern Rock band with male lead. Must be a complete band but there are no prerequisites as it relates to the make up of the band. Average age of the band cannot exceed 23 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
XXX - If you meet the minimum qualifications as described above. Email a link for your MySpace Page and if applicable, a link for your website to: recordingartistsearch@gmail.com
Only send one email with your links. Due to the volume of responses normally received for these types of opportunities. After review of your material, you will only be contacted if there is an interest in attending one of your shows by a label representative. As such please to not send any follow up emails regarding selections. If you were not contacted back, there was not an interest.
Thank You.
PS: Before You Enter Any MySpace Contests You Might Want To Also Review The Website At: www.st
We had a great interview w/ 'Elliott Yamin' (RVA) of "American Idol' this month ... You can check out our entire interview at: www.richmondmusicforum.com
Please join us this Saturday (October 31) for a special Halloween throwdown at ZINC Bistro in Charlottesville on 420 W. Main St. Hope to see you there!!
We had a great interview w/ 'Bruce Hornsby' at 'The National' (RVA) this month ... You can check out our entire interview at: www.richmondmusicforum.com
We just had a great interview w/ 'ZOSO' - Led Zeppelin Tribute Band at 'The National' (RVA) on 10/16/09 ... You can check out our entire audio interview at: www.richmondmusicforum.com
You like beer right? You might get a kick out of this Ozzy skit. Here's the new film Gabby Skab and I made last night for upcoming Pabst sales convention. The Skabs "PBR Me Right Now". http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGPLSnltauk
you mother fuckers....i just heard a song i never heard you play before and I have to say that I fucked mnyself for 5 hours while i listened to it. Because we killed for less. Now it is numma 1 on my playlist. Fuck You
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