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The Orphan (R.I.P.)
Rock / Metal / Pop

4.5.2008



GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan
United States

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Member Since12/25/2004
Band Websitewww.theorphan.net
Band MembersJason Wood - Lead Vocals
Mike Hafer - Lead Guitar
Luke Galas - Lead Guitar
Dave "Cooter" Koetje - Drums + Backup Vocals
Mike "Mickers" McNally - Bass
InfluencesKillswitch Engage, Emery, Thrice, Armor For Sleep, Underoath, It Dies Today, All That Remains, Atreyu, Misery Signals, Story of the Year, 36 Crazyfists, Candiria, Reflux, Lamb of God, Zao, Sevendust, Soilwork, Reggie & The Full Effect, Onesidezero, Aiden, God Forbid, Unearth, Lo-Pro, From Autumn To Ashes, Poison The Well, Still Remains, Twelve Tribes, Caliban, Darkest Hour, As I Lay Dying, etc...

Sounds LikeIt Dies Today (lol), Thrice, Killswitch Engage, Armor For Sleep, Underoath, 36 Crazyfists, All That Remains, The Agony Scene, Atreyu, Misery Signals, A Static Lullaby, Cursive, Story of the Year, etc...

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Tickets for the April 5th Show are available Here
Record LabelWoulda Shoulda Coulda Records
Type of LabelMajor


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   About The Orphan (R.I.P.)
Small towns have a tendency of producing artists that break the mold. Grand Rapids, MI is one of those towns, and The Orphan is one of those artists. The Orphan is categorized as a hardcore band, but as any of their fans will tell you, they encompass SO much more.

After a solid two years of weekend shows around the Great Lakes region in support of their debut EP, There's Only One Thing Left To Do (Mos Eisleys Records); and their self-released LP "The Tragedy of Giving Up", The Orphan had many nationally touring artists supporting them, and a couple national record labels showing interest. Eventually, The Orphan disbanded as members found themselves in other projects... Most notably in bands such as It Dies Today (Trustkill Records), Adamore, and The Skyline Obscura (ex-Bloodlined Calligraphy & Chiodos)

Having a melodic and pop-sensible spin on technical metal is an often-sought, but rarely captured sound. The Orphan proved themselves as one of the alpha-groups in this genre. See for yourself at www.theorphan.net, let the music speak for itself.

Read an article/interview from Recoil Magazine Here

Read an article/interview from The Grand Rapids Press Here




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Jun 19 2009 11:05 PM

hi friends
2 new songs recorded with old tube amps check it here and tell me what you think.
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Jun 17 2009 3:47 PM

The Orphan (R.I.P.)

So, here's the deal: Very cool FREERIDER announcement happening July 1, 2009

We wish we could tell you more!

In the meantime, enjoy FREE mp3's from our player & let us know what's up with you.

Peace & guitars.

Your fans,

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Jun 16 2009 8:24 PM

Hey! This Richie w/Shadow Status! Just wont you and freinds to come out and party with us at This Years Summer Bash, Lots of for every one!! Hope I see you there Rockin:)~
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RECURSIVE DAMAGE

RECURSIVE DAMAGE



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May 10 2009 7:34 PM

Hello How r u??

Hope u r doin well.

Please check out our new songs and leave a comment.

Greetz

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Affliction - On Euro Tour

Affliction - On Euro Tour



May 3 2009 12:18 PM

Hi,
Our new video, "www" is released.

“www” is the first metal video from Turkey shot with an XDCAM HD and also the first music video from Turkey to be distributed on the web in HD.

here are the links:

Vimeo: http://vimeo.com/4137753.

Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9jUH2QViRA.


Cheers...



For Turkish Fans:

Selamlar,
“Execution is Necessary” albumunden “www” parcasi icin
cekilen videomuz yayinlandi.

Turkiye’de XDCAM HD
ile cekilen ilk metal ve internette HD olarak yayinlanan ilk Turk muzik
videosunu izleyebileceginiz linkler :

Vimeo: http://vimeo.com/4137753

Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9jUH2QViRA


Desteginiz icin tesekkurler...
Malicious Hate

Malicious Hate



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Night of 1000 Knives



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Johnny Letdown

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Sep 13 2008 2:50 AM

wish i could download the songsss!
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Nov 30 2008 11:04 PM

We do hope that you enjoy our gift to you in this festive red period. Not forgetting white & green!
PSYOPUS

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