Adrian Roberts - lead vocals
Trixxie Carr - lead vocals
Jamie Cronander - guitar, vocals
Jason Martinez - guitar
Angela Eastman - bass
Matty C. - drums
Sounds Like
Nirvana vs. Michael Jackson
White Stripes vs. Eurythmics
Joan Jett vs. Nine Inch Nails Kelly Clarkson vs. The Cars Franz Ferdinand vs. Talking Heads Dandy Warhols vs. Soft Cell
Okay, look, we know how most of these band bios start. It usually goes something like this: Imagine a band that mixes [insert well-known indie band here] with [insert famous pop artist here] sprinkled with a dash of [for intrigue, insert descriptive noun here]. And of course, it's usually complete bullshit. Unless, that is, you're talking about SMASH-UP DERBY.
That's because SMASH-UP DERBY indeed does do all of the above quite literally. In fact, they're a totally kick-ass indie cover band except the singers think they're in a pop band. So while the band is cranking out rockin' renditions of songs by Nirvana, Franz Ferdinand, the Sex Pistols, or Black Sabbath, the singers are belting out Madonna, Michael Jackson, Christina Aguilera, or Pink - at the same time.
On paper, it sounds like a train wreck, but in actuality, it melds beautifully. With the band's skillful execution, these "hybrid songs" sound like they were always meant to be together. You'll never hear the originals the same way again.
It's no surprise to discover that SMASH-UP DERBY was started by none other than local singer-turned-DJ Adrian Roberts, who went from fronting the well-known San Francisco glam band Blue Period, to becoming an even more popular mash-up DJ and club promoter. Known mostly for throwing Bootie, the first mash-up club in the United States, Adrian first conceived of the band in early 2003, thinking it would be fun to do live versions of the bootleg DJ mixes they had been spinning. He soon recruited ex-Blue Period drummer-turned-DJ Matty C., a.k.a. club Bootie's resident rock mashup DJ Dada, and guitarists Jamie Cronander and Jason Martinez and bassist Angela Eastman, and together, they succeeded in creating an unholy union of kick-ass rock versus shameless pop.
Soon after, the band was joined by singer Trixxie Carr, who provided the ideal vocal foil for Adrian. When the two discovered they had both won separate "Best Ass" contests, they knew they were destined to be in a band together. Now, Smash-Up Derby has an entire repertoire of bastard pop songs, and have released an eight-song demo CD, which they refuse to sell instead, they give it away for free at shows. They pride themselves as being known as the world's only mashup rock band, and have a monthly residency at the DNA Lounge, as the club Bootie house band.
However, mashing up the music is only part of what makes SMASH-UP DERBY unique. Their stage presentation makes them one of San Francisco's most exciting bands, with singers Adrian and Trixxie playing off each other, bringing a polished sense of glamour and theatricality to the proceedings. Meanwhile, the boys to put it bluntly simply rock out with their cock out. It's a culture clash that's exciting to watch, and even more exciting to listen to.
We are less than a week away for the GRAND OPENING OF PULSE!!! 12-26-09!!! Because of the overwhelming response we have moved our event in to the main room @ CLUB EDGE!!! We have the best drink prices in the valley!!!! $6 Long Islands, $5 gets you a shot and a beer, $5 dollar mixed drinks, $4 dollar wells shots, and finally $2 tequila shots! Since we are so close to the grand opening we want to make sure you and all of your friends are on the guest list, so get all your friends names together and either send me an email or text 801-300-1943 so that I can add you to the VIP list and you don't pay a cover when you come and party it up with us! This is for sure to be an amazing night and you don't want to miss! We have the REDROOM REVIEW @ 11:30 and midnight with special guest performances by none other than me, Mr. Desert Star Intl, The Phoenix Dance Company, Ashley Vaughn, Stella Vaughn, Alexus Starr, and Passion Star, and to top it all off we have one of the most amazing local DJ'S Justin Hollister lighting the dance floor on fire all night long! (did I mention its also his birthday? Let show him how we celebrate birthdays in Utah!) I cant wait to see you all there!!!!! :-)
Hey guys, thank you for a wonderful performance the other night. Our SF Weekly slideshow and performance video is up on our site now. Special thanks to Jamie for inviting us. You were all fantastic! Smash-Up Derby @ DNA's "Bootie"
Buy these songs and make out with one of us for free! (Coupon required, offer excludes those 55 +, offer expires 12.1.09). iTunes link: http://miniurl.com/21328
Congrats on winning SFBG's "Best of the Bay '09"..!! Granted, I've known you folks have been Best of the Bay since my first time seeing you play in July '08 but still..
There's a new remix compilation that I have a couple of remixes on and I hope there's at least a track or two that you will enjoy.
http://britney.audiohacker.com/it's britney, mixed
The first track (by World Famous Audio Hacker) is really fun, with samples from Yaz, Duran Duran, and more.
Piece Of Me (Mix Up)
Please let me know what you think of it!
Much respect,
Elvis
SAT JUNE 20th AND EVERY SATURDAY @ Club Rio inside of Club NV. 21+ Imma be repring my Latinos who wants to dance Bachata, Merengue, Reggaeton, Salsa, Dancehall, Latin House, Cumbia and more! come party with me! -Guestlist is free before 11. JUST REPLY TO GET IN EXCLUSIVE GUEST LIST (iTS REALLY EXCLUSIVE!!!)
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