CD Review "...lush backgrounds, rocking solos, funky bass lines, and solid drum beats."
- Josh Klemons, Jambase.com (Read Full Review...)
Bio
Redux is so prone to change, even their name isn't sacred. Since 2001 the band has gone through five personnel line-ups, three hometowns, and four names. In late 2007, they switched their name from Ripplegroove to Redux, a fitting description of the constant state of renewal they find themselves in. And if that wasn't enough, they were then forced into making yet another transformation. One year after the release of their debut record Under The Microscope (2006) reached 14 on the CMJ Jazz Charts and 9 on Jambands.com Top 40, Redux found themselves living on the other side of the country without a drummer.
"We lost Jed, our drummer of four years. At the same time, we find ourselves in a brand new city, with a totally new music scene and a very different overall mentality," says guitarist Tom Burda. "And believe me, New York City is a far cry from San Diego in every way imaginable." So Tom and Joe Hanley (keyboards), scoured New York for the right drummer. As luck would have it, of all the drummers auditioned, the very first one they met would be the guy they'd end up with. RJ Rabin has taken over the drum throne and has brought with him an influence of change much welcomed by the other members.
With a simpler, bigger sound and a deeper pocket, the addition of RJ would be change enough. Yet that just wasn't good enough. Thus another redux of Redux has occurred with the addition of a new bass player, Jamie Bishop. As Joe put it "Playing left hand bass, is a blast! But it's time to really explore the full potential of this band's creativity in writing and performing. And I need two hands to do that." Jamie's solid low end has injected a much needed buoyancy and higher level of groove into the music of Redux. Indeed, they're hard at work in RJ's Green Room, writing, playing and recording new music. Upcoming Performances will soon be an eclectic mix of the instrumentals off Under The Microscope that fans know and love, along with new tunes. And of course, a second album is in the works.
Throughout all of this change, Redux has never lost focus of their personal and singular vision of sound and style they have strived to create. They've recently opened up for Karl Denson at the Highline Ballroom, as well as won the Relix Magazine Jamoff Contest, and reached the finals in the International Songwriting Contest. Josh Klemons of Jambase.com put it best when he described Redux as a band "that is already comfortable enough with its sound to not only think outside the box, but to open it up and take a walk around, all the while remembering where they are coming from and what they are trying to say, both to each other, and to those of us who have chosen to tap in."
Julius C is playing The Knitting Factory Main Stage this month! Come hear brand new songs that will be on the album we are currently recording! Everyone in attendance gets a free CD with new recordings! Buy tix in advance and save money :) More info at our myspace page. Rock always, Julius C ..
Wow, thanks so much. We really appreciate it. I wish I could have been of age to stick around for your set. I'm glad we encouraged aggression, haha. Come back through and we'll put together a rad (and promoted!) show. Later and thanks again.
Ah, that's sad. Fire's nice. Anyways, more than likely i wouldnt be able to attend. It would take me 3 hrs to get to Philly from where I live now. That pic of you guys in Mercury--is that Mercury lounge in NYC?? Just curious.
Hey! How Kool--you guys are playing @ the Fire in Philly; the place has an awesome space, and a great dive feel. I'll see if I can schedule myself around that time to go to the gig. Thx for the heads up! Continue to email me of any more voting assistance and I will surely and happily support!
Diggin the tunes,fellas:) I'll be covering Wakarusa for Hittin the Note Magazine again this year,so I'll make sure we check your set out. I also do booking & promo/publicity in the Cincinnati area,so let me know when you guys are coming through the area. Peace & Best Vibes~ Krishna Cecil Kynd Karma Entertainment,LLC/MoBoogie. net,LLC
we really like your sound! thanks for accepting our add! we are a jam band of young college students from sandy springs ga. check us out whenever you get the time and let us know what you think. thanks again and keep it righteous.
dude- you guys are awesome, one of the few jam bands ive ever heard who dont sound like they are trying to copy phish. hope we can do a gig together some day..
