Judd Hancock - Vocals/Guitar/Piano London VanRooy - Vocals/Drums Jim Mandel Jr. - Bass Mikey Mukai - Guitar
Releases
Until The World Is Happy; Wake Up You Sleepyhead Sun"
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Influences
Matt Damon
Press
"100 Bands You Need To Know" - ALTERNATIVE PRESS
"Band that won’t stay Underground for long!" - ALTERNATIVE PRESS
"Until The World Is Happy; Wake Up You Sleepyhead Sun is one of more unique albums to be heard in 2007" - ABSOLUTEPUNK.net
"Dear Dictator," an acerbic ode to leader whose kingdom is falling, joyous, piano-fueled choruses are interjected with mosh-worthy interludes, morphing the track into a screeching guitar anthem." - SPIN.com
“intelligent, forward-thinking, prog-influenced indie rock” - ALTERNATIVE PRESS
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Arizona's Small Leaks Sink Ships reformed in early 2006 after some tiresome, uneventful years performing under the moniker Beyond Analog. Knowing their time together as musicians was not meant to end, Jim Mandel Jr., Judd Hancock and London VanRooy wanted to leave their former sound behind and start anew. Their new beginnings resulted in a genuine, progressive, indie rock sound that would put them on the map.
With studio time that was initially intended for Beyond Analog's third release in September, the threesome challenged themselves to create a brand new record in a matter of months to personify their new sound. Writing, practicing and working harder than ever, the boys demoed a few tracks right away and shortly thereafter entered the studio with producer Jeremy Griffith (Amity, Forever Changed) to create a progressive indie rock gem.
A month later Small Leaks Sink Ships signed to No Sleep Records. The two couldn't have been a better match based on prior personal and business relationships from past companies. Both entities were more than excited to grow together.
The band itself continued to grow and by the end of the year and stepped out of the "three's a crowd” line-up, welcoming long-time friend Mike Mukai on second guitar. Feeling complete as a four-piece, Small Leaks Sink Ships started playing shows as often as possible, with some of today’s favorites such as: Piebald, Moneen, The New Amsterdams, Damiera, The Stiletto Formal, MC Chris, House of Fools and more.
"Think intelligent, forward-thinking, prog-influenced indie rock that thankfully keeps the pretentious wankery to a minimum" (Scott Heisel, Alternative Press). 10 tracks that sound like nothing you have really heard before while still singing with sounds familiar and welcoming to your soul, "Until The World.." is something that you will never want to be without.
In no time at all Small Leaks Sink Ships have been able to gain great praise from Absolute Punk, Spin.com, Wonka Vision Magazine and most recently Alternative Press claiming Small Leaks Sink Ships to be one of the "Best Underground Bands That Likely Won't Stay Underground For Long!"
With the release of the band's debut record on February 13th, 2007, the future will bring nothing but greatness for these Mesa, Arizona natives, and they are ready for what is to come.
hey whats up man! i realy like the tunes man! you have a great style and a great soun! "Sick on Substance" fuckin rocks man! thanks alot for the addin! keep rockin and take care! xP see yaa!
Thanks for your friendship>and for inviting me to your space>please drop by anytime>leave a comment>leave an add>let's network for the sake of art. ~Tioga Dan
hey guys! i wish i lived in the US i can't find your cd anywhere. i got kicked out of a store because i yelled at the clerk for not having it. do you know anywhere in canada i can get it?
Thanks for the add, you have a killer sound. If you're ever up in Utah and you need bands to play with, hit us up, we'd love to play a show with you guys.
no worries, what are you guys doing for the 4th? we are planning a BBQ out in PHX at a friends place. you guys should come by. let me know if you are interested.
show is at 7, but im assuming it wont start on time...we are second so 8ish I think. none the less come by we can gets some drink after at the Roosevelt
doin allright finally venturing out to play music around Tucson, found a drummer :) so that is cool! We had rain and hail the other day it was craaaazy...Have an awesome day!:)Lara
I know you don't remember me, but I helped put on a concert in Cottonwood like a year ago. You guys played. Hah... So besides the amazing music, that's why I added you.... The end. =]
