Brandin Lea - Lead Vocals / Guitar
Tim Locke - Guitars / Keyboards / Vocals
Fletcher Lea - Bass
Rex James Ewing - Guitars / Vocals
Todd Harwell - Drums
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Flickerstick
Influences
Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Echo and the Bunnymen, Hum, The Flaming Lips, Spiritualized, Radiohead, Guided By Voices, Sigur Ros, The Association, Tripping Daisy, Jagermeister, Cigarettes, Late Nights, and even later mornings.
Sounds Like
The song styling of Spiritualized mixed with the catchiness of U2 and Coldplay, with a helpfull dash of the persona and edge of the Rolling Stones.
The mischievous masterminds of this five-piece rock explosion have yet to experience a dull moment in their fledging music dynasty. From a young Dallas band to VH1 TV stardom with a recording deal and national radio singles, their intense touring, raucous records and constant promotion still havent cooled their heels as the band on the run gracefully pairs sonic excitement and DIY-ethics over cigarettes and spilled beer.
Following the "Bands on the Run" VH1 series with a video for the song Smile and a pairing with Sony/Epic, Welcoming Home the Astronauts, the bands debut independent album, was re-released on Sony/Epic featuring two additional tracks in November of 2001. But, in a time when labels merge like rabbits mate, Flickerstick left Epic. They didn't want their talent, like most artists, to get lost in the crossfire of a label sale or purchase. Taking a much needed although brief hiatus from their rampant touring schedule back in 2003-2004 Flickerstick stowed away in their native Dallas, TX, to write a darker, more rock conscious twelve song display, the LP Tarantula. But, before finishing Tarantula the boys decided to release a 6 song EP/DVD entitled To Madagascar and Back as a teaser of what was to come from the LP. The EP/DVD includes a 60 minute DVD capturing the candid reckless antics the band is famed for, the personal and witty banter revisits the first glimpses many listeners had of the gritty and hilarious moments the band encountered as they successfully starred in and won VH1s Emmy-nominated series Bands on the Run.
Reclaiming their independence after the Sony/Epic split, Flickerstick signed a deal with Dallas record label Idol Records, which helped them pick up speed in their pursuit of stardom. The much anticipated Tarantula LP was recorded and produced by Keith Cleversley (Flaming Lips, Hum) in Chicago, IL and hit stores back in 2004.
Now, comes the bands new live album, which hit stores back on April 3rd. “Live From Atlanta” was named as a result of a two-day, fan-invite recording weekend back in September ‘06 at Tree Sound Studios in Atlanta, GA. 150 fans joined the band each night in a live recording room at the studio, and celebrated being part of the band’s live, special taping sessions. Unlike most live records, Flickerstick didn’t want to rehash all of their “greatest hits,” so the album actually features six, brand new songs that had never been recorded before. It’s part of what makes their new album most appealing; as fans will get their newest songs in a live format. But, the album also features a special, studio track called, “Helicopter,” (Track 12 on the album, which was also released to radio as a single) along with three, enhanced videos from the recording shows in September. The three videos can be viewed on any computer, which ironically makes it more attractive to buy the album versus downloading it online or through “file sharing services.” The record was engineered by industry veteran, Shawn Grove, who has helped to produce bands such as Sevendust, Collective Soul, Edwin McCain, and many more.
Flickerstick DVD Teaser
You guys have been my favorite band for as long as I can remember! Your music is what i relied on to get me through everything and my heart is breaking to hear this kinda of news! You will always be my favorite band and you will always mean the world to me!!!
“Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, "I will try again tomorrow.” Mary Anne Radmache.... c'mon back boys
Seriously??? No more band? I"m very sad. I still remembering barely getting a ticket to a sold out show at the TLA in Philly on ur first big tour. And thanks for all the fun times hanging out in Raleigh, NC over the last couple years. Hopefully VH1 will be doing ur reunion in a few years!
Hey! Just wanted to let you know that I just wrote and recorded a new song =) It's called "Picture Un-Perfect" and it's up on my page now!! Check it out if ya get bored. Talk to you soon!!
Whats is with the breaking up???? I am so super bummed. You have been such an inspiration to me both musically and emotionally. I hope you keep the myspace up! I look forward to solo projects and things. Love ya guys. XOXO
Fellas, sorry to hear that you guys have decided to call it a day. I never will understand how you guys did not obtain more mainstream success? Either way, you music was excellent. God speed to you all.
