When asked to desribe the band he has poured his heart and soul into the past 4 years, Phil Stockman had this to say, "At least none of us are schizophrenic yet. That would suck...for insurance purposes, you know?" It's hard to get a serious answer from a band like Homeroom, even though as of late they have unleashed songs of a more intense and structured nature. Some fans have even used the word "mature" to describe Homeroom's latest dose of unapologetic rock. While this is a necessary departure from the band's earlier stab at powerpop/nerd rock status, fans seem more engaged and excited than ever.
The other half of Homeroom's trademark duo-vocal attack, Kenneth Gambill, had this to say, "People still spell my name G-A-M-B-L-E wherever we go. That's kind of annoying, but I go with it. Whatever gets you some action, know what I 'm saying?" After this the playful singer/guitarist grabbed his crotch, shouted "Boomba Klack!" pulled his cape across his face and darted backstage. The "action" Kenneth is refering to is of course Silver Strike Bowling, a standup arcade game that keeps the band sane during their east coast tours. This addiction explains the 35-minute "Songs for Quarters" portion of their live show.
A man of few words, bassist Adam Youngblood likes to let his instrument speak for him. "I don't really give a shit what those two (at this time Adam sneered and pointed towards Phil and Kenneth) sing about...or sound like...or feel. I am up there to play bass. You gotta problem with that, come talk to my foot." After this Adam chugged his beer and smashed the mug on a one-legged pregnant waitress's forehead, cackling at the sight of blood. Maybe we should talk to the drummer now...
Terry Walker is the newest member of Homeroom, but his history with the band goes back to his childhood years when Adam and he were neighborhood chums. "Adam used to shit his pants alot. It was pretty funny. I think that's why he's so angry now." Homeroom actually played their first show ever at Terry's old house, a show they played under heavy drug sedation due to Phil's guitar being stolen that same night. Since being abducted by the rowdy group, Terry has brought his aggressive drumming style to the table enabling Homeroom to write the songs they have always wanted to write.
Homeroom has two self-released full lengths, the down-and-dirty "It's Not Me, It's You" and the powerpop opus "The Lovers and The Lonely." They have opened for bands such as Ozma, The Rentals, Everclear, Ben Kweller, My Morning Jacket, MC Paul Barman, Five Eight, Starfish and Coffee and De Novo Dahl. Currently Homeroom is writing and recording. Keep checking this page for details, thanks for listening and TELL YOUR FRIENDS.
Big news!! We are playing with Reeks of Failure, Expect Resistance, and Black Rose Drive on May 9th, 2009 in Atlanta at The Masquerade. It's located at 695 North Ave NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30308. Show starts at 7pm. Tickets are only $8.00.
P6 came by to show sum luv & see wuts up wit ya!! The BOOK SIGNING with Scott Von Heldt the new guitarist for Brian HEAD Welch author of the newly released book MIND OVER METAL MOWER/SLOWER & Property Six Live With Silence Betrayed Assaulted Pepper Head Hurtz Monstarz Flatline Embers Rise and more... Friday May 7th & 8th @ CHASERS 8005 E. Rosevelt st. Scottsdale AZ. 85257 ALL AGES bar w/ID doors 6:30pm for tix & info (623) 418-6413 AZ's #1 Live show and best party in town!
P6 came by to show sum luv & see wuts up wit ya!! The BOOK SIGNING with Scott Von Heldt the new guitarist for Brian HEAD Welch author of the newly released book MIND OVER METAL & Property Six Live With Assaulted Pepper Head Hurtz Monstarz Flatline Embers Rise and more... Friday May 8th @ CHASERS 8005 E. Rosevelt st. Scottsdale AZ. 85257 ALL AGES bar w/ID doors 6:30pm for tix & info (623) 418-6413 AZ's #1 Live show and best party in town!
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P6 Stoppin by to see wut up wit ya! Come chill with P6 for the Hottest live show & dopest party weekend in AZ! March 13th PIRATES BALL 3 @ Sundance's 21+ only 114 N. Montezuma Prescott AZ. Sat. March 14th SMOKE PHATTIES DAY @ Famous Sams All Ages 4343 W. Glendale Ave. Glendale AZ. ONELOVE - PROPERTY SIX
SERPHIX, NERD PARADE, and MUSIC FOR THE PEOPLE LETS ALL GIVE BACK! Friday LET ALL HELP OUT! Bring what ever you can give!
Many of you may have been following my brother's story since his severe rock climbing accident a few months ago. For more detail, you can check out the website his friends made for him and donate and you can also check out the blog that Mark and his wife Melissa update pretty frequently. He is still struggling to heal and has more surgery ahead of him. The medical bills he's racked up from the helicopter rescue and several surgeries in Colorado are considered a "pre-existing condition" since it happened just one week before his medical insurance was to kick in. The bills are staggering and Mark and his wife Melissa are both highly educated, but choose to do their work in the field of social justice and therefore earn a modest wage.
This Friday at Lenny's, SERPHIX, NERD PARADE, and MUSIC FOR THE PEOPLE have generously been included in the line up and there will be a raffle for several prizes including a YEAR SUBSCRIPTION to PASTE magazine - which is a kick ass, trendsetting music magazine (of which I already have a subscription) and a cut and color from my awesome hair stylist Janelle at The Edge on Edgewood (formerly of Rockit Salon ~ of Dana Walker (sister to Butch Walker) fame. She's GOOD and it's WORTH $150!!!
So PLEASE repost and/or bring/tell everyone you know to Lenny's on Friday. I will be there (duh) and I will hug you!!! That is a threat and a promise...gt
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