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UZZA combines aggressive, depressive and progressive musical themes into an oddly compelling blend of post-punk pop confection. They're a five member outfit fronted by a mysterious, statuesque redhead with a distinctive voice and commanding stage presence; they are one of the true stand-outs in the Twin Cities.
UZZA is a moody, musical monster with an impressive repertoire that ranges from the manic to the melancholy. Their songs are generally dark and deal with murky subjects like paranoia, conspiracy theories, and the afterlife. While some may smack of sarcasm, others are surprisingly heartfelt. But each track in UZZA's jukebox of doom is a gloomy gem, meticulously crafted and performed with taut, muscular swagger.
UZZA was formed in March of 2009 and is the brain child of Tabatha Predovich, an alien abductee, and protégé of William Cooper, author of "Behold A Pale Horse." Tabatha has worked in a series of musical projects which have led her from England to Detroit and eventually, back to Minneapolis. The band's name is a reference to one of the three daughters of God who, according to Egyptian mythology, came to Earth on a chariot of fire – that is to say, a UFO. Tabatha conceived the band after an out-of-body experience where the aforementioned Uzza visited her and urged: "Wake those who sleep and prepare them for the things to come, and it's not good!" Make of that what you will, but should you happen to meet Tabatha you might find yourself buying almost anything this beguiling beauty sells. Perhaps it's that same power of persuasion that enticed such dynamic and talented musicians to join her band. Well, that, and the superlative material.
Guitarist Rich Patterson is a hold-over from Tabatha's previous band, Radium. Rich has been writing and performing with Tabatha for the past decade so he was a given to join the band. But as for the others, Tabatha turned to her previous vocation for results. She induced a lucid dream where she was again visited by Uzza, who bestowed upon her the names and email addresses of three stellar, local musicians: Geoff Maas on bass (previously of Våpöör Løck); Chris Ginther (from the band Beautiful Noise); and Brandon Nessen (from Kid Tested and Conduit). Together they've created an industrial-strength, military-grade juggernaut – precise, explosive and capable of leaving an indelible mark on your psyche. Okay, that may be a bit of an exaggeration, but it's no distortion to say they're definitely worth checking out. Because, as was the case with Tabatha, once you've seen UZZA you'll become a brainwashed believer.
VERY cool music. It's like everything i've ever wanted in a Band. Mr. Bungle meets Tom Waits with something else thrown in that makes it sound very original. I love it! Thanks for accepting our friend request! best of luck to you guys!
Might be fun to do a show together sometime. We're playing Sunday night at 10:00 PM at Big V's if you want to check us out. (The bill includes I Was In Vancouver & Flowerdazed--two really solid bands.) Looks like you have a bunch of gigs coming out, so we'll try to catch you live in October.
Hi UZZA... by all means, I'll play a show with you any-time any-where. I just made a comment on my Facebook that I wanted to do a 911 Truth concert but I would have been the only act playing and the audience would have about a dozen Truthers. But now I know there is another act to add to the bill for next year. Then there's the BIG gig on Dec. 21 2012 at 11:11 (when we shift into 5th dimensional consciousness)... I'll have to get you booked for that one too! Anyway, thanks for the add and do check out my blog as well.
I would love to come to the show but I can't make it. I normally do make all the OBCT shows since I'm dating the keytar player but alas I have responsibilities to attend to that night. That tangled web was how I found your group in the first place! I'll also be playing with Pyro and Dissociate on the 17th at the Terminal bar. I don't have anything else set up after that but I'd really love to do a show at the Kitty Kat Club. Have you played there and ifso did you like it? I've had a very hard time finding the right aesthetic in the blubs I've been playing. I don't think I'm meant for dive bars after all... Fun but just not right, you know? Thanks for the comments, let's definitely play a show!
I'm really sorry to hear about Uzza. I really loved the little girl, the way she would come out so fierce and barking and then let me scratch her head. I'll really miss her.
Deepest condolences to you both and to Billy & Manah too.
