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Member Since1/15/2005
Band Websitewww.jonin-ki.com
Sounds LikeMixed Metal Arts
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   About Jonin (writing new tunes)

Is there such a thing as accessible, melodic heavy music in this day and age?

Providing a resounding “Yes” to that question is Jonin, a North Carolina based five-piece ready to prove it with their Tribunal Records debut, The Secret. In fact, fusing classic metal heaviness with technical prowess and an unexpectedly melodic vocalist, The Secret's eleven songs are not just accessible, but approach downright catchy.

With numbers ranging from the gritty, down tempo kiss-off of "Heel" to the soaring, unabashed rock balladry of "Breathing", The Secret moves through numerous territories and makes them its own. Lyrically, it seems to showcase vocalist Stuart Smith's dueling sensibilities as furious, rousing anthems like "Gathering" clash with the moody suggestiveness of "Flood".

"It's about betrayal," explains Smith. "It centers around deceit; the realization that you're being lied to, and how those lies explode outward and seem to taint the entire world around you. But it's also about learning from those experiences and coming out on the other side a wiser, more compassionate person."

Sure, there's naked anger here, powered mostly by rock-solid drumming and complex, angular guitars. But there's also introspection, as heard on intermission track "Shoals" and windswept closer "The Embrace". And while the sudden ferocity of "Shameless" flirts with death metal (check the guest appearance of KillWhitneyDead frontman Matt Rudzinski for the requisite blood-gurgling screams), it also seems to chuckle at its own indulgences.

Produced by the band and mixed by Jamie King (Between the Buried and Me, Bloodjinn, Through the Eyes of the Dead), The Secret sees Jonin refining and expanding upon their unique blend of technical metal and alt-rock.

"We wanted it to sound as much like a journey for the listener as it was for us to write," says guitarist Thomas Clark. "This band has always been about pushing your personal limits and becoming better because of it." Listening to The Secret, it becomes apparent that this mentality pervades every note, and that this is not your average heavy music outfit.

With current lineup of Smith on vocals, Tony Chambers and Clark on guitars, Tim Worrell on drums and Mark Whichard on bass, the group is ready to keep pushing its own limits. Jonin has defied expectations and shrugged off definitions since they first hit the North Carolina scene, so there's no reason to believe they'll stop any time soon. And as The Secret spreads, these are five people you can definitely expect to hear more from.














Killwhitneydead & Jonin - "Vote With A Bullet" from Jonin on Vimeo


Jonin - Flood from Jonin on Vimeo.


Jonin - Heel from Jonin on Vimeo.




Track listing:


Recorded by Jonin at The Dojo Studios in Raleigh, NC
Engineered by Thomas Clark
Mixed and Mastered by Jamie King at The Basement Recordings and Jonin
Additional vocals on Shameless by Matthew Rudzinski from Killwhitneydead.
Additional vocals on Shameless by Erik Stopka from Kanashibari

Tribunal Records on THE SECRET
Over recent years, Raleigh (NC) has become known for their diverse and dominant metal scene. Powerhouses from that scene include Undying, Confessor, Daylight Dies, Widow and Dreamscapes Of The Perverse. JONIN have been developing and honing their own metallic style to help themselves stand out within such an extremely competitive arena. Their Tribunal Records debut, The Secret, is a document of several years of meticulous and labored struggle to craft a stunning and unforgettable first impression for metal fans not just in North Carolina but all over the world. JONIN are able to seamlessly blend the modern melodic attack of bands like Soilwork, Tool and Into Eternity with the pomp of Eighteen Visions while harnessing the aggression of In Flames and Killswitch Engage. JONIN are a unique band not just within the North Carolina metal scene but more importantly a cut above the majority of metal bands "going through the motions" today. Unlock The Secret and you too will come to find the treasures we have unearthed.

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hART





Jul 15 2009 9:43 PM

awesome man. can you tell which faith no more and marley songs are the covers? lol im sure they will be tight. but hey if they dont get on the album you could always post em online like you said. a jonin/myspace exclusive haha take it easy man
Moment In Time Photography





Jul 15 2009 3:28 PM

Thanks so much I love your jams! A good friend of mine Michael Ball let me listen to you guys a few years back! I feel in love ;) Keep up the amazing work!!! 

Thank you so much for enjoying my photos!!!! Photography and editing are my biggest passions aside from playing guitar myself! You guys take care!!! Look forward to new tunes!

April
Brian





Jul 15 2009 3:31 PM

Oh!  Well, the last time I saw y'all live you did NOT play Smaller and I gave you a ration.  It's good to hear you are playing it live.  And thanks brother, I'm doing well, working, paying bills.  I cannot wait to hear what you guys come up with next.  I started a new job and have been passing your name around for folks to listen to.  So far, everyone was amazed that y'all are a "local" band! hahaha!  So, the next time y'all show up to Fayetteville, I'll hopefully have a bunch of folks in tow to see the show.

Hope the writing process goes smoothly and quickly, I need a Jonin fix! hahaha!

-b
Brian





Jul 15 2009 3:28 AM

Yeah, what hART said. When you do get off your lazy asses, come on down to Fayetteville too.

(By the way, Smaller still kicks ass, even if Thomas won't play it live on stage! hahahaha! He's such a sissy! hahaha!)
hART





Jul 14 2009 4:59 PM

when do we get to hear the new shit mang!!?? hope the writing is going well. hopefully yall can hit the road soon and jam out in charlotte!!! take it easy
A Vision Grotesque (new music up)





Jul 9 2009 6:00 PM

We have a new song up! Go listen! We need to do a show!
ToRn DecembeR





Jun 5 2009 1:58 PM

Good luck with the new tunes, Jonin!

-your friends,
ToRn DecembeR

13 June
Jesters Pub
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hART





May 30 2009 11:20 AM

woot woot for new material!!
D. S. P.





May 29 2009 4:11 AM

Hope this year is finding you well. Check out our live clips: new originals and covers like Cemetery Gates. take care!
SHiLOH (NEW ALBUM on iTunes!)





May 21 2009 11:43 PM

CHILDREN OF THE INTERSTATE, our 2nd Full Length CD is coming to your town...hitting itunes & stores near you early June!!! Come check out a sample from our page! Shoot us a comment, you're gonna fall in love...
The Evil Irishman





May 18 2009 4:58 PM

so when are we gonna see some jonin in New York?? plus still cant wait to hear the new stuff guys
DUNJA EHRHARDT





May 16 2009 10:58 PM

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May 11 2009 5:05 PM

looking forward to the new tunes...we should do some shows this summer
Jay "SnakkDaddy" Rusnak





May 8 2009 3:08 PM

Thanks for the request---sounds great--keep the horns UP!!!
PeterPaul Inks





May 5 2009 5:54 AM

Thanks for the add "Heavy Metal For Life"
Lori Jamison





May 3 2009 10:47 PM

Thank you so much for adding me and keep up the great work!
Much love to you,
~Lori
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Apr 29 2009 5:18 PM

HEY THOMAS , YOU GUYS SHOULD REALLY CHECK OUT THESE SHOW !!!!!

FRI MAY 8 @ JESTERS PUB FAY.
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SAT MAY 9TH @ THE DIVEBAR RALEIGH NC :
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PIVOT
Charlie





Apr 25 2009 12:02 AM

Thanks for the add-Digging your music!
Jesters Dj Chaos





Apr 24 2009 8:13 PM

HEY GUYS

WANTED TO DROP IN AND GIVE A SHOUTOUT !!! CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU GUYS BACK OUT

CHAOS
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Apr 23 2009 3:23 PM

love the new jams.
play together we must!
Bother (CD on iTunes)





Apr 23 2009 7:15 AM

I think the riff at 2:12 is even more catchy and then the syncopation all through the next riffs to come back to the riff from 1:40 all out of time and then into that sick, heavy rhythm as it slips into that monster solo...COME ON!
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Apr 7 2009 5:43 PM

the riff and groove that starts around 1:40 on The Embrace is sooooo catchy.
i love you guys
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Mar 29 2009 3:04 PM

Thanks for the add :D

flood is cool song
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Mar 19 2009 7:03 AM

See you next week-end Thomas. Thanks for all the hours you've put in with LINE OF FIRE.
Shawn and I REALLY appreciate it!

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Mar 12 2009 7:08 PM

Hope all is Well! Keep Killin'!
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