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Tonic
Rock



LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
United States

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   Tonic: General Info
Member Since6/26/2005
Band Websitetonic-online.com
Band MembersEmerson Hart: Vocals, Guitar;
Jeff Russo: Guitar, Vocals;
Dan Lavery: Bass, vocals
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Type of LabelIndie




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   About Tonic
With a name like Tonic, Emerson Hart, Jeff Russo and Dan Lavery have always been committed to supplying relief through their music. The band's third album, Head On Straight, once again provides such a cure for the head and heart. But lyrically, at least, it's not always an easy pill to swallow.

It's been three years since Tonic's last platinum-selling album, Sugar. And in that time, the Los Angeles-based trio has been winding down the road to connect with fans, while trying to keep relationships back home from unraveling. Not surprisingly, those intense experiences found their way into the band's new music.

"The album reflects how the band felt when making the record," says guitarist Russo. "It was inspired by our personal lives as well as how making and touring behind the last two albums affected us."

It's the age-old conflict between domesticity and destiny. And throughout Head On Straight's twelve dynamic tracks, singer-guitarist Hart recalls the ups and downs of the past three years and compresses them into three-minute anthems. Call it a road map to the band's emotional state.

"This is definitely the most personal and focused album we've ever made," admits Hart. "I took a lot of time writing the lyrics. It's a real album, and a lot deeper lyrically than a lot of music out there today."

In a mere twelve words, the title track's majestic chorus sums up the album's theme: "I'm keeping my head on straight, so you can trust me again." Most of the songs, in fact, find Hart in a romantic mood, soberly confronting the personal poisons that often terminate relationships. Yet somehow, the songs always resolve on an uplifting note.

Where does one go to record such a soul-baring album? Why, Maui, of course, where legendary producer Bob Rock does his best work (The Cult, Metallica, Our Lady Peace). During the mere six weeks it took to track the album, the band members took some quality private time communing with nature--but only as a means to recuperate between marathon sessions. "The remote location contributed to a great work ethic," says Hart of the island paradise. "We worked at our own steady pace and it was just the band and Bob, no distractions."

You won't hear any slack-key guitar, ukulele or Don Ho cameos on the disc, but you will hear Rock's unmistakable widescreen production. After the string of hits the band enjoyed with its first two albums, including the chart-topping "If You Could Only See," "You Wanted More" and "Open Up Your Eyes," Tonic wanted to up the stakes on its third effort. Rock served to amplify the material's best qualities.

On the album opener "Roses," toms roll in like thunder, introducing Hart and Russo's gargantuan guitar riff. On the Bic-waving ballad "Count On Me," the perfect hint of strings underpin Hart's aching melody and melancholy lyrics. On "Liar," the band opens up the throttle on its stage-perfected guitar attack and Lavery's booming bass action. And throughout, Hart's earnest vocals, point-blank lyrics and uplifting melodies take the spotlight. The result is a timeless album that distills the band's essence. "We make albums because we have something to say," says Lavery. "Plus we just love rock music."

Like Tonic, Head On Straight sounds as simple and complex as that.


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Tonic's Friends Comments
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Rach





Jul 17 2008 4:44 AM

Just stopped by to show you some luv
-=CALEB=-





Jul 16 2008 2:30 PM

12 years ago today the lemon dropped... i was there and it was good.
Q.





Jul 16 2008 5:07 AM

Thanks for adding me.
Ozone Baby





Jul 15 2008 12:16 PM

Thanks for adding us - we hope u'll get chance to drop by for a listen! xx
TEAM17





Jul 15 2008 6:55 AM

GEIL GEIL GEIL GEIL GEIL GEIL GEIL!!!!!!!
the album: it's available to buy now!

released: on ramin ton july 11th.

facts: 4 boys. 15 songs. 60 minutes. 16 instruments. 4 years. 57 sessions.

order: deutschland and the world
Sigura





Jul 14 2008 1:39 PM

Hello! :) Thank you so much for being friends and for your support - that´s reeeally cool!!! :) Love, Sigura
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Jul 13 2008 11:29 AM

cuzzz you wanted mooore!
more than i could give!!
more than i could offer!!!!!!!!!!!!

WUAAAAA!!

i love that song!!!
since it came out!
never got tired of listen to it!!
and never will!!

u Rock guys!!!
xD
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Jul 11 2008 3:04 AM

Tonic rules!
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Jul 10 2008 8:08 AM

Hey you guys think you'll ever come back to the northwest area? portland Or.we miss you guys...
darlene





Jul 9 2008 6:41 PM

i wanted to say hi, and i hope the rest of your week is great!
dan !





Jul 5 2008 11:27 AM

Just dropping by!
Have a nice day ;)

dan.
vlady





Jul 5 2008 12:08 AM

u guys rock keep it up
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Jul 4 2008 1:47 PM

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Jul 3 2008 12:53 PM

Have a safe and happy holiday.
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Jul 1 2008 9:29 AM

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Jun 30 2008 8:28 PM

Im know you here this alot! I love you guys! I guess its nice to here after all your hard work! I want to send all of you peace and love from Austin, Texas! We love your music! Thanks so much for the add! peace
Princess





Jun 25 2008 12:25 PM

Stopping by to say hi! Just showing love!
Jake Parker





Jun 25 2008 10:18 AM

allright i godda hear that slower version of if u could only see.it blows the old one away.....please please put it back up
darlene





Jun 23 2008 3:21 PM

i wanted to say hi, and i hope you're having a good summer so far. have a great week.
Katarina





Jun 22 2008 2:38 AM

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Jun 21 2008 8:28 AM

Hey, how's it going?
Just dropping by ;)

dAn ^^

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Jun 17 2008 8:04 AM

hey friend how are ya? have a great day
Ray





Jun 12 2008 4:05 AM

Happy Birthday Dan, Don't Eat Too Much Cake... Save Room For Booze ...
Paul





Jun 11 2008 8:02 AM

Hey Tonic,
Just dropping/stopping by to wish Dan Lavery a Happy 39th B-Day. Have a great week :)
darlene





Jun 10 2008 2:55 PM

showin' some love, hope you have a great week!
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Jun 9 2008 6:38 PM

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Jun 9 2008 3:12 PM

Just droppin' in..Hope you had a kick ass weekend!" Almost the 85th Motorcycle Rally in Laconia/Weirs. Heat is on & the motors are runnin'! My Eyes Are Open to such great talent!Rock On! Lisa
Robin





Jun 6 2008 9:37 PM

Thanx for the add and have a rockin weekend!
Luca





Jun 5 2008 10:22 AM

thanks guys for the add .... i hope i'll see you in italy sooner or later.... bye bye
Zuzu's Petals





Jun 5 2008 7:25 AM

We're HUGE Fans!!
Thanks for the friendship-
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Jun 4 2008 6:19 PM

Thanks for the add!
Genève





Jun 3 2008 10:18 AM

Thanks, Tonic!
Genève

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Jun 2 2008 3:46 AM

Just dropping by to show some love & wish u a fantastic week, muah!
Taia





Jun 1 2008 4:06 PM

hey Tonic ...

love love love You...
thanks...4 the add & for your great music...

kisses...
Tai...
Scott Orphanos