Ryan Asher - Vocals, Guitars
Darren McGuire - Bass, Vocals
Matt Solin - Violin
Tom Szy - Drums, Vocals
Influences
Elbow, Copeland, Doves, Aqualung, Radiohead, Damien Rice, John Mayer, Howie Day, Jason Mraz, Duncan Sheik, Coldplay, Sigur Ros, The Police/Sting, Stone Temple Pilots, Led Zeppelin, Death Cab for Cutie, Muse, Weezer, Snow Patrol, The Frames.
Sounds Like
For Booking & All Other Inquiries: skyfallmusic@gmail.com
Skyfall Performing "Bullet Holes" on Radio 104.5
Performing "I'll Follow You Into the Dark" by Death Cab for Cutie on Radio 104.5
Performing "Pygmalion" Live @ The Reservoir 8/15/09
"Skyfall’s beginnings date back to 2004, when singer/guitarist Ryan Asher and drummer Tom Szy started performing at coffeehouses as an acoustic duo. After the eventual addition of bassist/singer Darren McGuire, Skyfall introduces an intricate brand of pop songcraft on their six-song debut EP, “Scenes”. Skyfall’s music often sounds rooted in classic and modern Brit-pop; anchored by ornate yet catchy melodies fleshed out with detailed arrangements, relaxed vocals and tight, layered harmonies. The group tops their sound with soul-searching lyrics examining life’s ups and downs, and learning life lessons along the way.
Both analyzing the emotional aftermath of heartbreak, the disc-opening songs “To Have Someone Leaving” and “Great Escape” lean modern; the former tapping an Oasis-like flavor, and the latter displaying a layered U2-like arrangement. The reflective title track “Scenes” taps a deep and ethereal vibe reminiscent of Depeche Mode. Skyfall’s roots tap deeper on the remaining three tracks, waxing McCartney-esque on “Bullet Holes” and “After Everything,” and conjuring a doo-wop taste on the disc-closer “The Final Moment.” The vocals and harmonies are soothing yet strong, effectively bolstering the melodies and bringing them fully to life. Likewise, the instrumental arrangements lift and fall like waves, packing punch at the right moments to accent the songs. The production balances and polishes these arrangements into smooth, shiny finishes; enabling each song to glow independently yet gel together into a cohesive set. Scenes introduces Skyfall as clever pop songsmiths with focus and a sense of adventure; this set provides enough of a teaser to make listeners eager to hear more." — Jim Price, PA Musician
Thanks for the add from the guys and girls at Lebanon Valley College from PA, NJ, and VA. Check out our page, we’ll have legit recordings up in the next 2 or 3 months and look out for us coming to a town near you during our spring break tour. Want to here us, help us get a show in your area during the tour or any other time, just hit us up. We’d love to jam with yas, dance with yas and of course sing and party with yas.
Thank you, Ryan. You're very kind. Your music is quite awesome as well! Lovin' Scenes, my friend. It's killer! I'll have to make it to a show at some point soon. In the meantime, take care!
i have some excellent news. not only can i hit up mexitaly with you guys on the 8th BUT i can make it to that show and the hellertown one! yay! i cant wait and i'm very psyched that davis is playing with you! see you all soon! karin
thanks you so much for the add. you have no idea how much that means to us! we hope you wont a stranger because without you, we're nothing. please visit our merch store at badnewsbears.bigcartel.com. we're holding a promotion for the last pressing of our t-shirts that includes a free SIGNED EP along with other added bonus' such as free pins. also, we just posted some tour dates up in our show listings that we could use some help with, so if you can be of any assistance or know of anyone that can, that would be great. please help spread the word! i always respond to comments and messages regularly, so don't be a stranger. - mike PS: We truly do apologize for the delay in adding you. We still love you. come see us on tour! PPS: i also apologize for the novel long comment and the shameless promotion haha
