Matthew (Wayne) Gillon - lead vocals, rhythm guitar;
Chris Bendix - electric and double bass, vocals;
Max Kepler - drums, purcussion;
George-Matthew Prellwitz - lead guitar, vocals
Nate Miller - Trumpet, fluglehorn
Ben Morrissey - Saxophone, flute
Kevin Krizmanich - Funky-fresh keyboards, trumpet
Influences
Earth, Wind & Fire, The Commodores, Prince, Toots & the Maytels, A Tribe Called Quest, The Roots, Sublime, Steve Miller Band, Notorious B.I.G., Snoop Dogg, etc.
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Midwest Hype was born over six years ago in a small town in Indiana , part of “Harbor Country.” LaPorte , IN served as the backdrop for their spark of creation, which evolved into a real force of music at Ball State University in Muncie , IN. The college environment provoked more musical exploration and genuine commitment as musicians—matured by their environment, independence and the integration of new members enrolled in the BSU school of music. Each band member's unique education, focus and skills come together to form one of the most promising young bands in the nation—several of which perform regularly with various Jazz bands, including international tours throughout Europe.
They produce a sound that both provokes thought and stirs the soul to get out of your seat and throw up your hands and dance, intertwining distinct music and lyric genres erupting into an entirely original and unique blend free from the stereotypical constraints of individual genres, giving all music fans something to enjoy. Songwriting is brought to live with exacting, blended precision and skill beyond the eddy-circling confines of the jam-band, enveloping and embracing audiences to travel along side them on a physical and spiritual journey of innovation from the launching pad of polished studio music production into superbly engaging stage performances.
As full and cohesive their sound, each member is an individual with distinct and unique persona’s deep-rooted in their genuine Midwest upbringings seasoned with the flavor of their generation. As honest as they are with themselves and their music, they are unrelentingly funny people to be around—positive, fun-loving spirits that bring freshness and love to life.
just bought your cd... plan on listening to it alone, in the dark... any chance i could get ben morrissey's cell number so he could come keep me company while i sample your funkiness? -a.j. (of JBCA)
hey guys!!! I'm glad to see things going well for you. Have a great show at Shoreline and please give Sam a hug for me. Or take a shot, something. I sure would rather be there watching you guys than here in Baghdad! Good luck with everything!
..so lose your breath..
