H: Chris Cornell, AIC, Boyz 2 Men, Elliot Smith, Incubus, Tom Petty, Carl Thomas, New Edition, Scott Andergard, Ryan Estep, Mike Munter E: Mel, Alien Crime Syndicate, Visqueen, Jawbreaker, GnR, Hum, Local H, Smashing Pumpkins, Nada Surf, Punk Rock M: U2, oasis, pink floyd, led zeppelin, beatles A: I believe in the fact that everytime you hear music, you are influenced by it. Positive or negative. Here are a few of my positive influences: Michael Jackson, New Edition, Clash, Pink Floyd, Tom Petty, Johnny Cash, Big Audio Dynamite, Beastie Boys, Elvis, Stray Cats, The Who, Dave Mathews, and The Alan Parson Project.
HEMA is a Portland based rock band whose members started jamming together in early 2008. The band consists of musicians who have known each other for a while, but due to other projects did not settle on this line up until now. Every member has played in other bands around the Portland area. One of the most interesting aspects to HEMA is the drummer's style. Scott Andergard can pull of some pretty amazing things having only one hand to drum with. It truly is "amazing what a little duct tape can do."
The name "HEMA" has a dual meaning. It refers to the lifeblood that flows from melodic transformation. One song can breath new life into an individual. Coincidentally, it is also an acronym. The band members are:
Jason Henderson-vocals/guitar
Ryan Estep- Bass
Mike Munter-Vocals and guitar
Scott Andergard-Drums
The style of music can be described as contemplative. If an acoustic grunge band met with members of a Brit pop band and decided to write some tunes, the music might sound a bit like HEMA. The members influences are all over the place genre-wise. This versatility helps them create recipes for simple chill out dishes as well as complex multi-course meals.
I encourage you to check out HEMA. Their music is sure to flow through you.
i like the overall sound on the tracks posted. always very happy to support the local scene. i need something every day like this to kick back to. thanks for the add and i hope to see a show someday soon. -matt
I just have a little something something to reveal about Jason Henderson. He used to be in a boy band in high school called "Dreams To Reality", and they rocked! Sorry Jay I just had to rat on you. Be proud and don't front. -Bea PS-You guys kick ass!! Thanks for spreading the love.
WELL ACTUALLY YOU DO!! ME AND MY ROOMMATE SAT HERE AND LISTED TO THE VIDEO AND LOVED ALL THE STUFF AND WHAT YOU ARE ABOUT!! SHE JUST SENT YOU ONE TOO!! WELL HAVE A GOOD DAY HOPE TO SEE A SHOW!!
Yeah, I'm primarily a metal guy but there probably isn't any genre of music I've listened to that hasn't had something I've enjoyed. You guys sound good, keep doing what you're doing!
