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In a world overcrowded by identical and unoriginal pop bands, Boston's female-fronted rock outfit The Modern Elite are truly a breath of fresh air. Talented young songwriters Rebecca Frank (vocals) and Trevor Peckham (guitar & vocals) draw from completely contrasting influences, flawlessly creating their own unique sound. The bass lines of Tommy Turbo and jazz-infused drumming of Clark Davenport add flavor and power to every song, while lead guitarist Justin Tufariello shows off his chops with intricate solos. In the spring of 2009, the band unveiled a three-song digital EP, which received critical acclaim across local and national scenes.This November, The Modern Elite will release their full-length album, Blind. The album, which was recorded and produced entirely by Peckham, includes enhanced versions of the EP songs, as well as live favorites "Obsession," "Hold On" and "Nowhere to Go." Get ready, because The Modern Elite are taking the best parts of all of your favorite bands to make female-fronted rock like you’ve never heard before.

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“Take some killer classic guitar runs (like the ones you enjoy from Jack White) and some rockin’ chick vocals (similar to those of Hayley Williams of Paramore), and you’ll get something like The Modern Elite. This rock band is on the brink of something big!” -OurStage.com





"But wait boys, just before you shun away and think that this young 20-year-old empowered front woman is just trying to put you to shame with her dagger-like lyrics, focus on the fierce quad behind her supplying the rock. The Modern Elite has compiled a fine group of instrumentalists to separate themselves from the typical Paramore-esque wanna-bees. The musical arrangements are unique, new, and energetic. The band, in its entirety incorporates many of their own personal influences in their techniques spanning from The Foo-Fighters to Bruce Springsteen. They successfully mash together unlike sounds to create a fresh style all their own." -Crescendo Magazine





“It seems in the age of Paramore being one of the largest pop rock acts in the world, we’ve been welcomed into a world flooded with bands who have a girl vocalist for the sake of matching the trend...However, in every situation, there are exceptions to the rule. One of these just happens to be the Boston based The Modern Elite. Blending strong female vocals with great guitar work and over structure, The Modern Elite have quickly seperated themselves from the pack of “imitation” girl fronted bands.” -Under the Gun Review





“It’s not easy to pull off blending heavy throwback vibes from, say, the ’90s, with a modern indie pop feel, and vocals that deliver with punk rock passion, but the Modern Elite achieve just that energy. After listening to these tunes several times, I found myself each time noticing a new genre twist somewhere in every tune—and they make it work!” -The Noise Boston




"From personal experience, when you call yourself “elite,” its basically telling everyone else that you’re the best thing going right now. Well, after listening to the Modern Elite, this Boston-based band can certainly claim that they are the one of the best upcoming rocks bands out right now. With a definite swagger about them and a quality rock sound (they have been described as sounding like Gwen Stefani fronting the Foo Fighters), the Modern Elite seem to have all the tools necessary to be one the top bands coming out." -Man-gazine





For "It's Okay":

“Pulsing rock tune had me falling out of my chair…grindy rock polished off by sultry vocals.”

“The vocalist is a true blue rocker, with a gritty tone and righteous inflection.”

“Black Sabbath with a female pop twist…”