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Tri-State Conspiracy is a "psycho swing" and ska band based in New York City. Through their tight, polished sound, incredibly high energy live shows, and sheer resiliency they have earned their place as a true New York institution. They have performed over 200 shows and have shared the stage with such bands as The Squirrel Nut Zippers, The Cherry Poppin' Daddies, The Slackers, The English Beat, The Aggrolites, World Inferno Friendship Society, The Pietasters, and The Toasters. They have recently caught attention in NYC for their “Tri-State Conspiracy & Friends” shows at the Bowery Poetry Club. Featuring an “underground melting pot” of opening bands (ska, rockabilly, punk, swing, etc.) they have regularly drawn audiences of 150+ people. 8 members, 4 horns, 2 guitars, and a lead singer/trumpet player with a penchant for vintage suits and retro microphones: Jeff Paris elaborates on the history of the band and on their latest full length album, "Nuisance" (released Nov 2008)...
When I first formed Tri-State Conspiracy with Tom Lawlor back in 2001, people used to ask me why the hell I would want to start a ska band. The "3rd Wave" ska explosion had come to a screeching halt and the housing boom in Manhattan was seriously threatening the state of local underground music. It was like the exact opposite of the '70s. More and more people from around the world wanted to move into New York and unfortunately it seemed like most of them weren't really into seeing real local live music with any semblance of passion or raw energy. Then one by one the clubs that supported this type of music started shutting down: first Wetlands, then Coney Island High, then CBGB. The list goes on. I guess you could say the reason for Tri-State Conspiracy was a general state of restlessness and dissatisfaction with the status quo. Yeah we weren't teenagers anymore and we had day jobs, but we were still pissed off and going barhopping with the rest of the douchebags and hipsters didn't seem to be enough of an outlet for us.
Why ska? Tom and I were both big ska kids during the '90s so it was only natural that our sound would evolve from that scene. At the same time we were also affected by the swing revival bands of that era, not to mention our love for oldies music in general. I find that most ska bands go in one of two directions: you either have your suburban ska bands who go the "ska punk" or "ska core" direction and then you have your ska purists, typically city-based, who form traditional ska bands with Jamaican and/or British influences. What makes Tri-State Conspiracy original is our classic American sound. We draw upon the styles of music that predated and influenced ska like swing, jump blues, and original rhythm and blues...with a little bit of rockabilly thrown in for good measure. In certain ways we are trying to return back to the days when jazz and swing was crazy and made people do crazy things, i.e. before it became mainstream. “The Devil’s music” as
it were...
There's also a bit of a dark side to Tri-State Conspiracy. People always ask me, "What's with your f-ed up lyrics?". Maybe it's the fact that Tom and I watched too many horror movies as kids. Or maybe it's the fact that Tom is such a metalhead and loves writing in minor chords. I think a lot of our music is about purging ourselves of our inner demons. Yeah New York is a much safer place these days, but f-ed up things still happen here, not to mention that, due to the competitive nature of the city, there are douchebags of all walks of life trying to push everyone else around. These negative energies typically come through in our lyrics, while the music itself is extremely high energy and danceable. I suppose the juxtaposition of bright sounds and dark lyrics sort of fits in with the tradition of classic ska music.
What also sets apart Tri-State Conspiracy from most bands in the “ska”, “punk”, or for lack of better termonology “underground”
scene is our ability to appeal to such a wide age group. What amazes me is when we receive rave reviews not only from the angst ridden teenagers dancing for our set but also from the parents, and sometimes even
grandparents who happen to be chaperoning them. In that respect I think we are one of the few true “all ages” bands. The adults appreciate the musical chops and the teenagers appreciate the high energy performances.
Those who are expecting straight-ahead ska might be a little bit disappointed with the new album, "Nuisance". Whereas our first album High Strung Mess (released 2005) was more of our "ska record", Tri-State Conspiracy's Nuisance is a lot heavier on the swing, blues, and dare I say it...rock and roll. The new tunes, however, are still upbeat, highly danceable, and have our signature catchy horn lines, so existing fans need not worry that we've gone the way of "rock band with horns". Plus there's plenty more songs about murder and revenge for the whole family to enjoy!
ALSO CHECK OUT OUR FIRST ALBUM HIGH STRUNG MESS! (click below)
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Hi all! We have some news for our beloved fans! Like the most of you already know, we went trough some line-up changes in the past months. Those changes brought The Wax Buckets to a new level of sound and we want to share with you that new vibe. We recorded some live tracks lately and uploaded them on our myspace page. You can now hear new versions of "Sex", "Drunk & Out" and "Pick It Up!". Also, we have a surprise for you! A brand new track! So check it out! Your feet will probably start stomping before you even know what happens when you'll hear "Highjacking the Scene".
Salut à tous! Nous avons de bonnes nouvelles pour nos chers fans! Comme la plupart d'entre vous le savez déjà, nous avons vécu quelques changements au niveau de nos membre pendant les derniers mois. Ces changements ont amené The Wax Buckets à un nouveau niveau de son et nous voulons partager avec vous cette nouvelle "vibe". Dernièrement, nous avons enregistré quelques tracks live et les avons mises sur notre page myspace. Vous pouvez maintenant y entendre de nouvelles versions de "Sex", "Drunk & Out" et "Pick It Up!". Aussi, nous avons une surprise pour vous! Une nouvelle track! Alors allez jetter un coup d'oeil! Vos pieds commenceront probablement à danser avant même que vous sachiez ce qui se passe quand vous entendrez "Highjacking the Scene".
i had so much fun playing with you guys, you have no idea! that was the most fun night i had in NYC since the Goddamn Gallows came here! i cant wait to see you guys again! simply great songwriting, musicianship and performance! you guys were good back in February 2003, when you guys played with the band i used to play in, the Devil Spades at the Pratt institute with World Inferno Friendship Society, but the other night you were far better than i remember! i cant wait to pick up your new album! i know it will be better than pry any other bands record of recent release if it was anything like what i seen you guys do on Saturday night! simply some of the best music i heard in a while!
THE BEST PUNK ROCK HALLOWEEN SHOW AROUND!!!
THATS RIGHT YOU PUNK MUTHA FUCKAZZZ!!!! THE CASUALTIES LOVED THE LAST SHOW SO MUCH (THANX TO ALL THE PUNX WHO SUPPORT MY SHOWS) THAT THEY ARE RETURNING ON OCTOBER 24TH TO TEAR DOWN THE WALLS @ POPEYES ONCE AGAIN!! THIS TIME WITH OLD SCHOOL NYC PUNK HEROS...."THE KRAYS" & MARK UNSEEN's (VOCALIST FOR PUNK GIANTS "THE UNSEEN") OTHER BAND "ASHERS"!!! FUCKING AMAZING!!! THIS SHOW IS GONNA BE HUGE!!! NO DOUBT ABOUT IT! ALSO, OUR FRIENDS & WESTCHESTER'S OWN "SOCIAL STANDARDS" WILL BE CELEBRATING THEIR RECORD RELEASE PARTY AS PART OF THIS SOON TO BE HISTORIC SHOW!!! ON TOP OF ALL OF THIS.....ITS A HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY! SO DRESS THE FUCK UP AND WIN SOME PRIZES!!! THIS WILL BE A MASSIVE TURNOUT SO BE THERE EARLY IF YOU HAVENT ALREADY PICKED UP A TICKET! UP DA PUNX!!!!! LOUKEMIA LABS IS BACK!
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LOU-KEMIA IS BACK! THIS TIME BRINGING YOU ONE OF WESTCHESTER, NY'S BEST PUNK / SKA SHOWS IN DECADES NO QUESTION!!! YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS SHOW! IT'S GONNA BE PACKED OUT THE ASS WITH 100% FUN TIMES!!! THS SHOW WILL BENEFIT NYC PUNK ICON AND BROTHER JIMMY G OF THE LEGENDARY MURPHYS LAW! PROCEEDS WILL GO TO SUPPORTING HIS LEGAL DEFENSE FUND! JIMMY IS IN A TIGHT SITUATION AND NEEDS OUR HELP! AFTER ALL THE GREAT MUSIC AND GOOD TIMES HE'S GIVEN TO US OVER THE YEARS.....WE OWE IT TO HIM! IF YOU'RE A PUNK THEN YOU SHOULD BE THERE AT POPEYES PUB ON SEPT 18TH! ONLY 50 MIN FROM NYC or DANBURY CT! NO EXCUSES!! THIS IS GONNA BE THE CLOSING OF THE SUMMER PARTY OF THE YEAR WITHOUT A DOUBT! DON'T MISS IT!
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Definatly come this is not a show to miss! Little Kids added a horn section, debut performance of State of Emergency, and never before seen songs from TheMAGS, Out of Babylon, and JCD
Hey guys!! I just heard that you just played a show in Hudson... How do you not let a sista know when you will be playing locally!?!?! ROCK ON FELLAS!! Hope you all come back to Kingston soon!! XOXO
Hey you guys just posted the pictures from the show at the Bowery Poetry club check them out, steal them, whatevs it was a sick show I hope it wasn't the last one!!
Tri-State Conspiracy is a "psycho swing" and ska band based in New York City. Through their tight, polished sound, incredibly high energy live shows, and sheer resiliency they have earned their place as a true New York institution. They have performed over 200 shows and have shared the stage with such bands as The Squirrel Nut Zippers, The Cherry Poppin' Daddies, The Slackers, The English Beat, The Aggrolites, World Inferno Friendship Society, The Pietasters, and The Toasters. They have recently caught attention in NYC for their “Tri-State Conspiracy & Friends” shows at the Bowery Poetry Club. Featuring an “underground melting pot” of opening bands (ska, rockabilly, punk, swing, etc.) they have regularly drawn audiences of 150+ people. 8 members, 4 horns, 2 guitars, and a lead singer/trumpet player with a penchant for vintage suits and retro microphones: Jeff Paris elaborates on the history of the band and on their latest full length album, "Nuisance" (released Nov 2008)...
When I first formed Tri-State Conspiracy with Tom Lawlor back in 2001, people used to ask me why the hell I would want to start a ska band. The "3rd Wave" ska explosion had come to a screeching halt and the housing boom in Manhattan was seriously threatening the state of local underground music. It was like the exact opposite of the '70s. More and more people from around the world wanted to move into New York and unfortunately it seemed like most of them weren't really into seeing real local live music with any semblance of passion or raw energy. Then one by one the clubs that supported this type of music started shutting down: first Wetlands, then Coney Island High, then CBGB. The list goes on. I guess you could say the reason for Tri-State Conspiracy was a general state of restlessness and dissatisfaction with the status quo. Yeah we weren't teenagers anymore and we had day jobs, but we were still pissed off and going barhopping with the rest of the douchebags and hipsters didn't seem to be enough of an outlet for us.
Why ska? Tom and I were both big ska kids during the '90s so it was only natural that our sound would evolve from that scene. At the same time we were also affected by the swing revival bands of that era, not to mention our love for oldies music in general. I find that most ska bands go in one of two directions: you either have your suburban ska bands who go the "ska punk" or "ska core" direction and then you have your ska purists, typically city-based, who form traditional ska bands with Jamaican and/or British influences. What makes Tri-State Conspiracy original is our classic American sound. We draw upon the styles of music that predated and influenced ska like swing, jump blues, and original rhythm and blues...with a little bit of rockabilly thrown in for good measure. In certain ways we are trying to return back to the days when jazz and swing was crazy and made people do crazy things, i.e. before it became mainstream. “The Devil’s music” as
it were...
There's also a bit of a dark side to Tri-State Conspiracy. People always ask me, "What's with your f-ed up lyrics?". Maybe it's the fact that Tom and I watched too many horror movies as kids. Or maybe it's the fact that Tom is such a metalhead and loves writing in minor chords. I think a lot of our music is about purging ourselves of our inner demons. Yeah New York is a much safer place these days, but f-ed up things still happen here, not to mention that, due to the competitive nature of the city, there are douchebags of all walks of life trying to push everyone else around. These negative energies typically come through in our lyrics, while the music itself is extremely high energy and danceable. I suppose the juxtaposition of bright sounds and dark lyrics sort of fits in with the tradition of classic ska music.
What also sets apart Tri-State Conspiracy from most bands in the “ska”, “punk”, or for lack of better termonology “underground”
scene is our ability to appeal to such a wide age group. What amazes me is when we receive rave reviews not only from the angst ridden teenagers dancing for our set but also from the parents, and sometimes even
grandparents who happen to be chaperoning them. In that respect I think we are one of the few true “all ages” bands. The adults appreciate the musical chops and the teenagers appreciate the high energy performances.
Those who are expecting straight-ahead ska might be a little bit disappointed with the new album, "Nuisance". Whereas our first album High Strung Mess (released 2005) was more of our "ska record", Tri-State Conspiracy's Nuisance is a lot heavier on the swing, blues, and dare I say it...rock and roll. The new tunes, however, are still upbeat, highly danceable, and have our signature catchy horn lines, so existing fans need not worry that we've gone the way of "rock band with horns". Plus there's plenty more songs about murder and revenge for the whole family to enjoy!
