Mike Arbogast - Vocals, Guitar;
Jim Bidwell - Guitar;
Josh Swiger - Bass;
Bryan Martin - Drums
Influences
Train, Pat McGee, Pat Green, Dave Matthews, John Mellencamp, Matchbox 20, Barenaked Ladies, Big Head Todd & the Monsters, Nickel Creek, John Mayer, Gavin DeGraw, Jason Mraz, Wallflowers, Howie Day, Counting Crows, Derek Trucks, Eagles, Sister Hazel, Blues Traveler, Jack Johnson, Lifehouse, Maroon 5, Paul Simon, Rusted Root, U2.........AND.........High-school sweethearts, small-town living, evil monkeys that live in our closets, beer, self-help books on tape, each other, you all, and almost six years of sharing our music with anyone who will listen.
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"One of the most refreshing sounds of 2007" - Alternative Addiction.com
"Best Band - Graffiti Magazine"
"Best Unsigned Band" - WVAQ Radio
"Best Live Act " - Graffiti Magazine
The New Relics are quickly becoming one of the region's favorite live bands. Touring relentlessly throughout the East Coast, the band quickly discovered what is really important in music: energy, diversity, accessability, and heart. They deliver night after night, town after town. "We try to make sure there's something for everyone at our shows," says frontman Mike Arbogast. With creative lyrics, strong melodies, and an energetic rock and alt-country sensibility, The New Relics deliver great music that everyone can enjoy and hum on their way home.
With four CDs under their belt, "Casting Stones," "Hard Road," "Live at the Red Dog," and"Chasing Venus," the band is looking to the future. Spreading the music is the number one main goal of the group. "We just enjoy having people listen to our music and come out to the shows." says drummer Bryan Martin, "If we can brighten someones day and drive home, then we are doing our job."
Currently supporting their single release "Pictures" on pop radio. Audiences nationwide have latched onto the band. Radio has embraced the song as a sure hit, with stations nationwide adding it to their playlists weekly. "I loved them on the first listen" said Tim Phillips at KLAN-FM. The song has stayed in Clear Channel Radios Top 100 for more than 10 months.
Comparisons have been made to Pat Green, Keith Urban, John Mayer, and Train, but TNR has created a vibe that is uniquely their own. Their smart songwriting and positive energy have allowed the band to sit on the corner where rock and country intersect. The New Relics love where they are musically and hope that fans will enjoy what they are all about.
Take a journey down the road where great rock, country and americana intersect at every corner, The New Relics will be there waiting for you.
We added your show at Red Dog to our concert calendar. Hope it goes well. I'll also keep you in mind for spins on my new local show, Neighborhood Watch on 103CIR!
