Sam Fisher (MC Specialized)-Vocals/Clarinet Jalon Fearon (Da Herbalis')-Vocals Ben Fisher-Drums/Percussion George Shipley-Bass Martin Coombs-Guitar Matt Gardiner-Trombone John-Henry Harris-Saxophone Keiran Hague (DJ Holy)-Decks
Influences
Local bands, good times, old skool reggae, 2tone ska, hip-hop, France, Jamaica, friends and families, (ex)/girlfriends, Bristol life....
First Degree Burns (FDB) are an eight piece band whose influences stem from the concrete roots of Bristol, via France, Jamaica and much in between. Channelling a plethora of musical styles and influences, be it Dub, Skank driven Ska, Roots Reggae, Two Tone, Rock, Metal through the all inclusive umbrella of Hip Hop, they’ve created a fusion which they proclaim as “Skip Hop” – up tempo, conscious, danceable, invitingly innovative, musically accomplished, eclectic… and most importantly, not taking itself too seriously!
Six years in the making, the band is beginning to find their stride after a history of regional success and beyond. Their first release, “The Unconceivable EP”; a simple EP recorded on a shoestring budget and made whilst the band were still finding their raison d’etre in 2005, snowballed from their initial limited release, culminating in an appearance at Ashton Court Festival; Bristol’s seminal live music event. Further appearances at Clarence Park Festival, Wakefield, Recydrate the West in Wales, and various festivals around the country have compounded their reputation as one of the nations most original and exciting live acts. As a result of this success, they were invited to the launch party of the “Mongol Rally” at The Truman Brewery, London. FDB tore it up to such an extent that Jack Osbourne mentioned them specifically in the subsequent television coverage! Further media enterprises include four of the tracks from “Unconceivable” appearing in the soundtrack for an O’Neill Snow and Surf DVD, and T-Mobile using their track “Rootin’ and Lootin” as part of a European advertising campaign.
Whilst basking in independent success, they’ve created their début album proper, “First and Foremost”, a double CD meticulously crafted over the last two years. The album has been split in to two parts in order to better suit the overarching feel of the songs contained there in. “First” demonstrates the bands thirst for smooth, percussive lyrical flows over hard hitting beats and bass, with a gloomy consistency achieved through the best part of the songs encapsulating the wintry feel of the seasons they were written in. The second disc, “Foremost” focuses on the recent progress the band have been making in terms of production and song writing, with a more melodic tone through out better reflecting their renowned live energy. With subtle summery pop stylings also encompassing moments of swing, it shows a new energy and attitude toward their music, and a fresh direction for the band. By splitting the album in two, they have allowed their audience to choose a side of FDB which suits their mood, whether they wish to ponder the societal ills the guys beautifully articulate in songs on “First”, or channel the party vibe they present in “Foremost”. Either way, the consumer is hit by the distinctive sound that is First Degree Burns.
Comfortable in their sound, comfortably electric on stage, yet still willing to evolve and further their sweaty grasp upon audiences through out the country, FDB now want to take their sound to the next level and reach as many festival goers, hip hoppers, Reggae heads and Two Tone shufflers as possible, with everything else in between. Their goal is to have the term “Skip Hop” on the countries lips, front the current Ska and Hip Hop fusion which is beginning to grow within England's consciousness… and get all and sundry “touching their funky strobes!”
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We're setting off into the sunset on a mini tour of the south west in December and we'd love to see you at one of our shows.
The Bell, Bath, Wednesday 2nd December Dartington College, Totnes, Thursday 3rd December Eden Project, Nr St Austell, Fri 4th December
It'll be the last chance to catch us play before we go into hibernation to record our new album at the beginning of the new year...we may even give you a sneaky taster of what's in store. So please come down and experience us lifting the roof in a proper stomping party style.
Premier clip d'Abaas "Banlieue Haine", titre issu de son premier albume Etre Vu Avant de voir qui sera E N T I E R E M E N T et G R A T U I T E M E N T téléchargeable sur le MySpace d'Abaas en Novembre.
THIS FRIDAY!!! Weapon of Choice Magazine Launch party at the WoC Gallery!
Even though the magazine has been in circulation and available online,
we thought we'd host a little party at the WoC Gallery in celebration
of launching ISSUE 1.
With live painting from some of the
magazines featured artist's such as ANDY COUNCIL, DYLAN SHIPLEY & LORENZO! And of
course your chance to pick up your FREE copy of Issue 1!
Videocrash 3! with Hexstatic (live AV) vs The Nextmen (live AV) plus The Anomolies + DJ Cheeba (AV) + more tbc 8 - 3 Sat 6th June '09 £15 adv www.ticketweb.co.uk
For the third installment of the now legendary Videocrash, London's biggest and best dedicated Audio-Visual event, we have lined up a truly ground-breaking affair, with the undeniable kings Hexstatic and new challengers The Nextmen as well as some of the finest up-and coming talent in this, the coolest up-and-coming night-club experience. Having absolutley killed it at the previous 2 Videocrash nights Hexstatic was an obvious choice to invite back to Koko, and in looking for an act to match up to them The Nextmen were a clear option, with their live showcase and excellent turntable skills. To make it all that bit more special, and to fit in with the theme of the occasion, Hexstatic will be providing a visual accompaniment to The Nextmen's set! Awesome. Throw into the mix the fruits of our quest into the world of AV to find some of the hottest new talent in the field, and the result is an evening that will blow Koko's bass-bins and your minds with a kaleidescopic mix of sounds and sights.
WoC Gallery's 2nd installment of some of the UK's finest Graffiti artists. Group show opening invite
Saturday 13th June 5-10pm. Free entry Exhibition runs until the Sunday 5th July 2009
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Hey! Appologies if this is the second comment we've sent you recently...bit of a mix up in the bands communication :)
Anyway.. we've been a little quiet for the last few months but we are very pleased to announce our new EP is finished and up on our myspace! It's called Bright Lights and has four brand spanking new tracks to blow your mind. Please have a listen and tell us what you think and if you love it, buy it! :)
Online Now!
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