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Smash-Up Derby
Rock / Indie / Pop

"The world's only mash-up rock band"

SAN FRANCISCO, California
United States

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Last Login:  7/19/2008
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   Smash-Up Derby: General Info
Member Since2/15/2006
Band Websitesmashupderby.com
Band MembersAdrian Roberts - lead vocals
Trixxie Carr - lead vocals
Jamie Cronander - guitar, vocals
Jason Martinez - guitar
Angela Eastman - bass
Matty C. - drums
Sounds LikeNirvana 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
Record LabelOwn a record label? We're available!
Type of LabelNone




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   About Smash-Up Derby
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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.

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 angela 





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Dj Romano Gemini





Jul 13 2008 8:28 AM

hi,
i..ve got a new mashup on my site!
:)

ma donna vs. abba vs. princess superstar
"the perfect hungup"

check it out!
greets from vienna
roman

www. rootselectors.
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Jun 21 2008 6:50 PM

lets make a new slideshow with ME in it!!

ME ME ME
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Jun 20 2008 2:35 PM

Thanks for letting GameLink into your hot ass world! We posted a vid from your sexy SF Cybernet show, see if it shows up below. PLEASE come by and visit our headquarters on one half block south of Market at 7th -- you have many fans here.
let us know when you are in da hood!
Amy





Jun 19 2008 11:57 AM

saw you guys at San Jose pride..you rocked my world! I am in Chicago and you NEED to come to Chicago...they would LOVE you here!! You were the life of the pride party! Thanks!!!
ANDREAU





Jun 4 2008 12:56 AM

JULY 19 SACTO.. CAN'T WAIT
SMASH-UP DERBY ROCKS!!!
Dj Romano Gemini





Jun 3 2008 3:31 AM

Hi there,

check out my new 2deck mashups:

1.) The Critical Message - Grand Master Flash vs. BEP vs. Sammy Deluxe vs. Wiespaet
2.) Passing by the fallin curtain - Freundeskreis vs. Pharcide
3.) House of the rising titty twister - Santa Esmeralda vs. Cheech

Enjoy it!
DJ PHENIX





Jun 1 2008 8:02 AM

thanks for the add !
YOU ARE ON MY TOP FRIEND!
see u soon !
BirthSinDeath.com





May 29 2008 2:32 PM

Thanks for the add, loving the music!!
DJ MASA





May 29 2008 4:06 AM

thanks for the ADD(*^^)v
dj nims bootlegs & mashups





Apr 23 2008 2:15 AM

NEW MASHUP ON MY PAGE!!
Monrose VS Eminem

"Lose Your Shame"

Photobucket
Dj Romano Gemini





Apr 2 2008 7:22 PM

hi,
check my first mashup clip!
missy e vs. sliced tomatoes
(retro 60ies mix)
cu
dj nims bootlegs & mashups





Apr 2 2008 4:59 AM

NEW MASHUP ON MY PAGE!!
Rob Dougan VS Jay'Z feat Linkin Park

"Clubbed To Numb"

Photobucket
Edonis





Apr 1 2008 6:46 PM

hello Adrian here passing by excellent music!!!! xD
lil miss fuckin sunshine





Mar 30 2008 10:44 PM

Hey! You guys rock.
when's you're next show and where?
Jason





Mar 10 2008 7:55 PM

Are you like me? Take my "Just for fun!" Quiz to find out!
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Mar 5 2008 10:21 PM

deejay diabolic





Feb 29 2008 4:16 PM

thanks for the add! look forward to bootie denver! happy leap year! cheers debo
Dana B.





Feb 12 2008 7:04 PM

Dustin, The King Of All Kings





Jan 23 2008 9:46 PM

Yall really rocked in Houston on Monday. Hope you can come back soon.
dj nims bootlegs & mashups





Jan 20 2008 5:37 AM

NEW MASHUP ON MY PAGE OLD SCHOOL!!
Alliance Ethnik VS 50Cent

"Alliance In Da Club"

Photobucket
Don Juann





Jan 19 2008 10:07 PM




The Fabulous Beatmashers (Official)





Jan 19 2008 4:41 AM

Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!
angela





Jan 17 2008 9:25 PM

i wanna be in the top friends!!!!

mee!!!!! :D
vicoDAN





Jan 11 2008 10:07 AM

Wicked HOP vs Boston mash on me page, come check it out!
rose





Jan 11 2008 6:26 AM

thanks for the sweet add sweetie,
luv yah songs
I'm proud to be yah friend
much luv
muaahh
angela





Dec 30 2007 5:16 PM

:)

awesome times. i'm honored.
Grandpamini Bootlegs





Dec 27 2007 6:31 AM

THE OFFICIAL PAGE OF DA INFAMOUS DJ CISKO





Dec 14 2007 1:26 PM

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THANXZ 4 THE ADD!!!!!!!!!
Drennon Davis





Dec 12 2007 6:46 PM

Hello my myspace space friend friend! I just wanted to invite you to come to the 2nd Annual XXX-mas comedy show! Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucket
P.S. it's recommended to call the club and reserve seats.
P.P.S. I've already lost 5 myspace friends from posting this flyer! Jesus Christ! That's silly!
Privies





Dec 10 2007 7:37 PM

Maxxhits Bootlegs





Dec 8 2007 5:54 PM

Maxxhits Bootlegs, 1st 100% Bootlegs & Mashups Webradio
Edonis





Dec 4 2007 10:17 AM

helloooooooooooooo
just saying hi, cheers to Adrian ;)
DJ ELIAS





Dec 3 2007 10:26 AM

Thanks for the add! You guys sound awesome!
DJ JohnnyRed





Nov 30 2007 5:57 PM


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Nov 29 2007 1:37 AM

NEW MASHUP ON MY PAGE 100% FRENCH
Diam's vs Christophe Maé

"On s'attache à une jeune demoiselle"

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DJ KIDD SYSKO





Nov 1 2007 10:16 AM

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Oct 31 2007 8:45 AM

NEW MASHUP ON MY PAGE
Diana Ross vs Gwen S