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THE SHILLS
Rock / Pop / Rock

"OUR NEW RECORD IS NOW AVAILABLE ON iTUNES!!!"

Boston, Massachusetts
United States

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Last Login:  7/25/2008
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  http://www.myspace.com/theshills  

   THE SHILLS: General Info
Member Since9/12/2004
Band Websitetheshills.net
Band MembersThe Shills are: Bryan Murphy Voice, guitar Eric Ryrie Guitar Dave Sicilian Bass James Zaner Drums
InfluencesThe Beatles, Radiohead, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Queen, Pink Floyd, David Bazan, Stevie Wonder, David Bowie, The Pixies, Jeff Buckley, Mr. Bungle, Ours, Pedro the Lion, Rufus Wainwright, The Darkness, Gov't Mule, Weezer, Coldplay, Hawksley Workman, Foo Fighters, Muse, Supergrass, Superdrag, Oasis, Allman Brothers, Neil Young, Bob Dylan, The Beach Boys, Spacehog, Ben Folds Five, Cursive, Feist, Headphones, Tom Petty, Nick Drake, Rage Against The Machine, Talking Heads, Fiona Apple, Nirvana, Wilco, Queens of the Stone Age, Spoon and others...
Sounds LikeThe Rock Music
Type of LabelNone





   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 25 2008 8:00P
22 Wadsworth St. in Allston w/ Thick As Thieves!! Allston, Massachusetts
Aug 7 2008 8:00P
Church Boston, Massachusetts
Nov 1 2008 9:00P
Middle East Upstairs - CD RELEASE SHOW!!! Cambridge, Massachusetts

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   About THE SHILLS
Bulldozers & butterflies. The Shills walk a fine line between delicate beauty and jolting, body shaking rock. Formed in early 2004, they have been cultivating a sound built from exacting musicianship & creative flexibility. The Shills have just released their self titled debut LP. The ten songs on the album are a diverse and dynamic display of the young band maturing and hitting their stride. Whether the slashing stomp of "Slackjaw America," or the danceable textures of "Big Indifference," The Shills deliver a stand out debut. The Shills draw on a wide range of influences such as The Beatles, Soundgarden, Radiohead, Pearl Jam, Jeff Buckley, Queen, Queens of the Stone Age, Pedro The Lion and many more. With a nod to the past The Shills are making accessible yet challenging new sounds. As a live act The Shills have built a solid following throughout the Boston and New York areas. Their passion and precision on stage will draw you in leave a lasting impression. Buy the CD
THE SHILLS: The Shills
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THE SHILLS: Push
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PRESS:
"The Shills’ eponymous record is filled with the instrumental artistry one rarely sees. The band locks in with unison sections rarely seen outside of emo or metal, but manages to channel this intensity and focus into genius pop hooks and rock melodies....The Shills set up this record to be an unstoppable celebration of the unexpected song turn....With their debut full-length, The Shills truly put forth a wonderful record that’s worth repeated listens. And they make it all sound so easy."
-Northeast Performer

"On their recently-released, self-titled debut full-length, the young Northeastern group rocks without shame, announcing its strength with a meticulously written album which, if there is any justice in the world, will offer the band plenty of exposure."
-The Maine Switch

"Their live energy is a great asset.....there was an undeniable energy on stage, and it's difficult to argue with The Shills' formula for success."
-Northeast Performer

"This album puts all cards on the table and certainly The Shills will cash in with success if they keep making music as good as that on this album.....The music seems to induce the listener into an almost live performance feel because the brilliance of the sound of The Shills is not lost in the recording studio......The Shills is an artfully constructed album from start to finish and the music of the band is well worth checking out."
-Epinions.com

"The Shills' music is anything but simple, and it's best to view the band's talent live. Check out Sicilian's speedy bass plucking during ''Move On," and Zaner's precision drumming. Murphy and Ryrie rack up stage-presence points, but don't expect flashy costumes or light shows. This no-nonsense band is all about the music, which members hope will blow you away."
-The Boston Herald

"This band comes fully dressed, armed to the teeth, and ready to rock concert venues, arenas and large halls with their enormous, well produced and arranged music and voices."
-Metronome Magazine

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THE SHILLS's Friends Comments
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larissa maestro





Jul 22 2008 11:06 AM

i have a dream that one day, the shills will come to nashville and play some music.

it's a really nice dream.
HONEST THOMAS (NEW VIDEO POSTED!)





Jul 14 2008 9:27 PM

YES!
Gates Layne





Jul 14 2008 1:14 PM

you guys sound great!
Free Hat





Jul 10 2008 12:42 PM

OOOooooo! Shills Photos


From Bills Bar, in May (I know, I'm way behind)




Go here: Circuitree's Shills Photos
Forty Four





Jul 7 2008 9:08 AM

THE SHILL S/T CD now available in the FORTY FOUR WEBSTORE!


Check it out along with all the rest of our friends.
SIDEchief





Jun 28 2008 11:47 AM

hey dudes!!!
Hope you're well!
Let me know if you guys want in on this... let me know by MONDAY latest!
Ben!
New
evilhero





Jun 22 2008 10:04 AM

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pterodactyl





Jun 2 2008 6:52 PM

saturday night what time is the basement show at yo crib? lol
NOFRIENDO





Jun 5 2008 12:27 PM

house party
Tina Davis A&R Def-Jam





Jun 1 2008 1:56 PM

Thx for the add!
Please send all Demo Submissions to
www. majorcontacts. com
larissa maestro





Jun 4 2008 11:25 AM

i want to steal your drummer.
:-)
Ross Julian (NEW SONG!)





May 22 2008 9:51 AM

hey rockers! Hope to see you TONIGHT at Middle East Downstairs! Transcardia, SHANGHAI THRILLS, September Twilight (farewell performance!) and bigshot humble.
FREE beer to the first 50 people!!! 9pm
Doug Wartman


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May 22 2008 1:30 PM

P1010026
The Trash Bar





May 21 2008 6:39 AM

We are recording a LIVE ALBUM! June 4-6. And we think you need to be there!



http://www. thetrashbar. com
Brooklyn's best live music venue.
Open bar 8-9 every night!
Miss Tess





May 19 2008 10:20 PM

What do 15 killer jazz musicians, 3 bands, a shwank setting, and nothing to do this Saturday night = ?

A must-see show at the Lizard Lounge with Miss Tess, Lake Street Dive, and Cuddle Magic!! Come hang with us...

Doors @ 8, Show @ 9
www. lizardloungeclub. com
The Red Chapel





May 18 2008 8:36 PM

Thanks for the request. All the best.
-The Red Chapel
JOHN DAVID PALMER





May 15 2008 3:19 PM

Cool for the friendship...

JOHN DAVID PALMER
Toby Benson





May 11 2008 7:18 AM

holy shit! thats the best page picture I've ever seen... ready to bottle someone eh?
larissa maestro





May 8 2008 3:41 AM

wow. i miss the shills.
Miss Tess





May 6 2008 6:49 PM

Howdy Boston! I'll be playing this Friday night at the Lizard Lounge in Cambridge (lizardloungeclub. com) w/The Wiyos, Curtis Eller, and Josh Lederman. Come on down!

love,
Miss Tess
Roz Raskin and the Rice Cakes





May 6 2008 9:15 PM

you guys were awesome the other nite!
thanks so much for comin down!
hannes buder





May 4 2008 4:02 AM

Hey!
I really like your music! Thanks for connecting. Maybe we'll share a show when i will be in the states next year?
Hannes
Setting Sun





May 4 2008 9:15 AM

Ånkhvenaris





May 3 2008 3:58 PM

Hello
Thanks my Friends
Good weekend
Bests from France to you
Take care
x
Ånkhvenaris
Shanghai Thrills





May 2 2008 2:07 PM

ya'll ready to rock with us?
Billie Shears (music)





May 2 2008 12:00 PM

Thanks for the add guys, take care.
-B.S.
KatiikaS✖✖





May 1 2008 3:07 PM

Heii...thanxs f0r the add...
;0]
Dnt be a stranger...
J2P





Apr 28 2008 8:59 PM

looking forward to playin' with y'all on the 4th!!!

john
roz raskin & the rice cakes
Daniel Glen Timms





Apr 28 2008 2:45 PM

The Shills, great to have you on the friends list, thank you very much for the add. I hope that things in Boston are treating you well and have a good week.
- DGT
This Car Up





Apr 24 2008 9:42 AM

prepare to be water-balloon-docked!
Rhymes with Dolores





Apr 23 2008 11:34 AM

Hi,
Tonight I'm Gonna Watch You Sleep