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Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas
Member Since: 12/6/2004
Myspace URL:
www.myspace.com/venture
Band Website:
www.ventureband.com
Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas
Member Since: 12/6/2004
Myspace URL:
www.myspace.com/venture
Band Website:
www.ventureband.com
ven·ture
n.
An undertaking that is dangerous, daring, or of uncertain outcome. A business enterprise involving some risk in expectation of gain
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Like a shot fired from the depths of Hell, VENTURE has exploded onto the music scene with their debut CD, THE PRISONER. Their music has already been in rotation on radio, and now their live performances are creating quite a stir in the music industry.
What ingredients are necessary for a band to leave the dingy bar scene and go to the "BIG STAGE?" VENTURE worked hard to make that happen on July 18th, 2007. VENTURE opened for GODSMACK in Dallas TX, and they were received by over 4000 enthusiastic fans!
Blake Self, Michael Barnes, Chris Gentry, and Vin Abadie have formed a powerful alliance, and are poised to take their music to the next level. "It's been a long journey so far, and we have so many hurdles to overcome," says lead singer/guitar player Blake Self. Formed in 2004, VENTURE has been playing the club circuit regionally. "We hope to travel nationally this year, and bring our show to more friends and fans nationwide," says drummer Michael Barnes.
After initially recording a 3 song EP titled "SHATTERED" the band began to write and compose more songs. Five new songs were written for the SILVER LINING EP, and were quickly followed by three more songs released on THE RENASCENCE EP. In the summer of 2007, VENTURE returned to Florida, and began production for the release of their first full length CD, THE PRISONER.
The band reunited with producer Brett Hestla, and was fortunate to work with Beau Hill on additional production and final mix. "Brett has been instrumental in shaping our sound, and his ideas and suggestions always have a huge impact on our overall sound...he really is an amazing guy!" says Vin.
THE PRISONER was released in September 2007, and their title track, The Prisoner, gained instant praise and acceptance in the radio community, exciting DJ’s on radio and on the world-wide web. VENTURE was fortunate to work with some amazing producers on their first album. Justin Thomas (Faktion), Brett Hestla (Creed, Dark New Day), and Beau Hill (Ratt, Warrant, Winger, Alice Cooper, Bob Dylon) all have contributed greatly to their success.
The band's song, GOODBYE, has been licensed in film on the web cast horror series, TV FACE. Their song, IMPOSSIBLE, has been licensed to TAHOE FILMS, an international sports snowboarding series. Recently, VENTURE released several songs from THE PRISONER cd to be featured on upcoming UFC and Spike TV events and commercials. Lastly, the band has an informal clothing endorsement with Doctrine Apparel from Los Angeles, CA.
The band is currently finishing up production on 5 new songs, once again working with the amazing Brett Hestla and Beau Hill. Look for a release date in late summer of '08.
Check out and purchase their music online by visiting their websites: www.myspace.com/venture or www.ventureband.com
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Instrumentation
Blake Self- Lead Vocals/ Guitar
Vin Abadie- Lead Guitar
Michael Barnes- Drums/ Vocals
Chris Gentry-Bass
Discography
THE PRISONER- 12 song cd -Release Date 09-12-07
01. THE PRISONER
02. ALL THAT I NEED
03. MY OWN
04. FALLEN ANGEL
05. IMPOSSIBLE
06. ON MY WAY
07. WITHOUT A DOUBT
08. HOLD YOU DOWN
09. GOODBYE
10. GIVE ME YOUR PAIN
11. REMEMBER YOU
12. PUSH
THE RENASCENCE EP- Released 3/24/07 SOLD OUT!
1. Goodbye
2. On My Way
3. Remember You
SILVER LINING EP- Released 7/08/06 SOLD OUT!
1. Hold You Down
2. My Own
3. Give Me Your Pain
4. Fallen Angel
5. Push
SHATTERED EP- Released 11-05-04 SOLD OUT!
1. Shattered
2. Mirror
3. Hide
"Bands don't come along like this very often. It's simply a matter of time before the tides change and Venture will be sitting on top of the rock world...one will not find a better modern rock album in 2007. That's right...this is my pick for the best modern album of the year." Review by JERE of ShipwreckIslandStudios.com BUY YOUR COPY OF THE PRISONER AT THE LOCATIONS BELOW iTUNES CDBABY VENTUREBAND.COM/MERCH |
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