T.J. Hopkins-Bass,Lead Vocals
Corey Mayes- Lead Guitar,vocals
Jeremy Fishburn-Drums
Influences
The Beatles, The Whigs, Kings of Leon, Led Zepplin, Bob Dylan, The Shins, Death Cab For Cutie, Dire Straights, Modest Mouse, Appleseed Cast, 80's,70's,60's Rock
Powerful, Smooth, Catchy, Loud!, and Riding on the wavelength of sound itself, all of these have been said about The Silver Tear Conspiracy. The "Conspiracy" was formed in the summer of 2007 to lay out the ideas of four very unique individuals with a sound that reflects the diversity of their background. T.J. Hopkins (26) the founder and bass player/lead singer has came from jazz, alt. rock and the 60's school of rock. His voice is as high as an angels and rumbles along with his trademark droned bass riffs combine to make music of a different and pleasing caliber. Writing with the listener in mind he places well thought riddles in his lyrics to make the listener believe that the story is told from their view but its all really his. Quick to wit and loud to talk always ready for the show to be the best he can make it. Not a mover but a shaker on stage and he will push the band forward to the front while he hides behind the defenses of their jumping and out right holy rolling jitters to punch the listeners ears right in the face. Corey Mayes (22) lead guitar, for Corey you may had well call him the Quaker of rock and roll, when he plays his rough, edgy, lighting like leads he shakes himself and the earth under his feet. A child of seventies super rock i.e. Led Zepplin and Queen he brings the big show to the sideshow. Solid as steel and gentle as the summer breeze his style is the definition of the "Conspiracy's" style pushing the rythym section out of his way to paint his picture of rock in his way. Jeremy Fishburn (27) drums, Rumble, Shake, and dance to it. Jeremy is the foundation of the house that The Silver Tear Conspiracy built. Soft to the touch, and unique to his own, Jeremy has crafted his druming to suit the fun park ride of the "Silver Tears" sound. Precise and cunning in his manner, his drumming suits his personality: Fun, Extroverted, and Sharp. The band is now hard at work on their new album titled "Dinosaur", they are ready for the road and to blast out the ears of anyone who wants to find their new favorite band. The band is actively gaining the respect of many local venues and has won the hearts of the finest bands in the area. "We are eager to play, and we will!" T.J. Hopkins The Silver Tear Conspiracy is activly looking for any opourtunity to play and are hoping for a tour soon, and in the near future desire the label support that will push them into the next stage of their development of their musical careers. Ask anyone who knows their music and the accolaids will not stop. So go ahead believe in the "Conspiracy".
SOME PRESS!!!!
The first day of summer is fast approaching, and that means it’s time for the Battle of the Bands 2008, the knockout summer concert series brought to you by Big Mama’s Karaoke Café, Tennessee Production, Inc., and the South Knox · Seymour Times.
Band Battle hopefuls are already taking the state-of-the-art stage, vying for a slate of delicious prizes and the chance to be seen on KnoxRocks.TV, now airing each Thursday night on MyVLT2, and showcasing each of the bands and their talents as they perform before the Seymour audience. Continued.....
Hot on their heels came Knoxville's The Silver Tear Conspiracy, an indie-rock four-piece led by TJ Hopkins on bass and vocals, trading their 60’s psychedelia-influenced sound through a set of sizzling original tunes.
See the full article on www.skstimes.com
Silver Tear Conspiracy was one of the bands I got to see when I visited club jinx in July of 08. The band members have played together in various incarnations for 7 years but the current line up has been together since 2007. The band is made up of T.J. Hopkins playing Bass and singing lead, Corey Mayes playing lead guitar and backup vocals, Jeremy Fishburn on drums. Recently releasing a new EP called Dinosaur the band is working hard on getting their music out to the public. They are a nice blend of progressive rock with some heavy tones. They are as unique as their music.
This indie rock band doesn’t want to write what is poplar but what they like. Whatever they resemble they pack a lot of energy in their stage show and bring the audience in with their energy.
When asked about what they would consider doing in the future they said they would like to experiment with various forms of rock. They wouldn’t mind bringing in electronic and some unique tunes. Mostly they want to write music that changes and influences people To make music that lasts and stands the test of time is their goal. They sound like they are on their way to doing that.
You can get their EP Polyhex at CD Baby.com, CD swap and Backstage Gifts in Morristown TN. They are playing tonight at Big Mama's Battle of the bands or you can check out their MySpace page for more show dates.
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We are currently getting our line-up steady and looking for a drummer and rhythym guitarist! If you know anybody who would be interested- let us know! thanks again -Annah CARRYMETHROUGH
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You Deserve a Flamed Broiled "PRINCE BURGER & FRIES" TODAY! . love to see in the next 2 weeks..... **Karaoke Contest every Tues & Thursday 8pm The Band "HOMEMADE WINE" every Wed Night 9pm FREE Thanks KEVIN & DONNA
WE'RE ROCKING THE CATALYST TODAY AT 3PM. GET AS MANY FRIENDS DOWN THERE AND GET SICK WITH LOCAL UNREGISTERED UNDERGROUND. GUARANTEED TO BE BLOODY, ALL AGES ARE WELCOME, ALTHOUGH SENSITIVE EARS WILL DRAIN FLUID. THANKS AND SHIT! KARNIE
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