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wild orchid children
Jungle / Breakbeat / Blues

Gonzo Soul Music



the garden of eden, Washington
United States

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Member Since8/3/2007
Band WebsiteBombsOverBellevue.BigCartel.com
Band MembersKirk Huffman - Vocals and Percussion

Kyle O'Quin - Keys

Thomas Hunter - Guitar

Andy Lum - Drums

Aaron Benson - Percussion and Effects

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InfluencesUnder all kinds
Sounds LikeA Molotov cocktail

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- alternative press bands to know in 09'

"Wild Orchid Children unleashed a tribal punk freakout that mashed together Beastie Boys, Deep Purple, and Lee "Scratch" Perry like it was always meant to be."

- jonathan zwickel www.spin.com

"...Wild Orchid Children overflow with garage-rock energy... Vocals are shouted en masse, like if the Beastie Boys rocked more than they rapped, and surplus passion emanates from the group's sounds with no corniness or irony. Many bands try to do this thing (rock hard and artfully), and most fail to blow new wind into its hoary sails. Wild Orchid Children have that intangible whoziwhatsit (forgive the technical jargon) that animates their music into specialness... "‘Sabotage’ meets Santana,”... WOC play Baby Boomer-endorsed classic rock, but it’s informed by hiphop and dub, so it sounds fantastic instead of like the rote worship of an era that they’ve only experienced via DVDs and copies of Rolling Stone... Wild Orchid Children stuff 10 pounds of action into a five-pound bag."

- dave segal www.thestranger.com

"Seattle's Wild Orchid Children took over Friday's sold-out show at The Troubadour (Hollywood, CA.) with an intense presentation of chaotic guitar shreds paired with aggressive vocals. Almost immediately, devoted fans committed to thrashing around, causing a nasty fist fight to ensue. Although it wasn't the last of the brawls to break out during the band's brief set, vocalist Kirk Huffman was able to keep his act together amidst the distractions. Self-described as "Gonzo Soul Music" the band was certainly a group of entertainers... it's not surprising the Wild Orchid Children have such a large cult following. Bouncing back and forth across the stage, mixing a metal-like drum and bass sound with soulful keys, the band certainly made a unique impression."

- performer magazine live review

"The fact that they have a great hip hop vibe to their cacophonic punk is a selling point alone, but the crazy, twang-filled breakdown at the end seals the deal. This is one of the more promising unpolished outfits working in Seattle right now. I really look forward to watching them grow, but now I'm content to put (the EP) on repeat."

- hannah levin www.seattleweekly.com

"Wild Orchid Children can set the mood with their psilocybin spirituals, wild-animal calls, and forest-fire guitars."

- eric grandy www.thestranger.com

"Wild Orchid Children have the potential to outshine many of their peers in the music scene. This is a band to watch out for... future releases will blow minds far and wide."

- absolutepunk.net elephants EP review

"This is some NUTS shit. Clearly the band went into the studio with a random assortment of psychotropic drugs and “had at it”."

- kerry zettel of see me river www.kexp.org

"Wild Orchid Children came out of nowhere to become one of the most exciting acts in local music. They have a sound unlike any other Seattle band and the insanity of their stage performances is virtually unparalleled... leaving wowed audiences in the wake of their audial destruction."

- www.soundonthesound.com

"...The band’s set at Cha Cha during last summer’s Block Party downright blew my shit away. Every member ruled his respective instrument, and the frayed-edges blues with grinding organ, unhinged vocals, heavy drumming, and impressive guitar work combined for one of the best acts of the whole festival. It doesn’t hurt, either, that these dudes are some serious showmen—front man Kirk Huffman jumps and thrusts about with the best of them, and guitarist Thomas Hunter shreds like he’s possessed by some otherworldly rock ‘n’ roll force. This band is destined to do great things."

- grant brissey www.thestranger.com

Record LabelBombs Over Bellevue
Type of LabelIndie


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Nov 14 2009 8:00P
The Crocodile w/ Visqueen 21+ Seattle, Washington
Nov 21 2009 9:00P
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Jan 16 2010 8:00P
The Blue Moon w/ Thee Emergency 21+ Seattle, Washington

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   About wild orchid children
it all began on a pilgrimage to the mountains of black diamond along lake sawyer. with the earth’s fungus in our blood we began the simple art of making vibrations. these vibrations transformed to notes, making music which rang the innards of our bodies and souls at such perfect pitches that our synapses began to receive messages and revelations. the secrets to the eternal universe, the tools for an archaic revival. we did not expect this calling, we only accept this calling. to be the porters of musical salvation, to rid this planet of fear and align the bio-sphere with the neo-sphere. for ahead of us, dear brothers and sisters, is the secret…

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Adam

Is Faded



Nov 4 2009 4:25 PM

come back to vegas!!
white sound

white sound
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Nov 1 2009 8:36 PM

Hey guys,
Thanks for the add, we've seen you guys around town a couple of times
and really like what you are doing, can't wait to hear the new stuff.
Cheers
David

David Williard



Oct 27 2009 10:00 PM

Wild Orchid Children and An Albatross!??  That sounds like a freakin great time.  Wish we could hear that all the way down here in Texas. 
circa. the man

circa. the man



Oct 5 2009 9:43 PM

come back to utah!
Your Amazing...

Your Amazing...



Oct 1 2009 12:58 AM

you guys rocked the show w/ rxb on saturday in slo... ahhh it was way too cool.. cant wait to get my hands on all your music!  Thank you helping me rock the hell out on saturday!!!!
Kyle

Kyle



Oct 1 2009 12:58 AM

Awesome show on Saturday :D
Willl

William Erwin



Sep 29 2009 3:41 PM

Amazing amazing amazing show last night. I dont even care if you guys come back to vegas, I'll travel to see another show
David

David Williard



Sep 29 2009 3:41 PM

Alright guys, i'm all pumped. But if this goes on any longer i might explode!!! Any word on the album?
PHILIOS

PHILIOS



Sep 13 2009 4:41 PM

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Nahum

Nahum garcia



Aug 20 2009 12:53 AM

you guys better come to san diego :D
Jerelee

Jeremy Garcia



Aug 13 2009 4:44 AM

I love your music guys, its just so unique i cant put it down. Ill see you in vegas for sure.
Blakfish

Blakfish



Aug 10 2009 7:47 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHnEWPsnm2Q

Check out what we're listening to in the van at the start!
Mysta_T

Mysta_T



Jul 31 2009 7:50 AM

Really stoked to find out you are playing close enough for me to make. It's a couple hours to modesto but you guys are sick. Well I guess see you guys in a couple months. Peace.
Dark Alley Art

Dark Alley Art



Jul 19 2009 10:42 PM

Hey, I'm sorry about everything that happened. It's unbelievably tragic. If there's anything I can do to help, let me know.
Christopher Marsh
Gentleman Jamie

Gentleman Jamie



Jul 8 2009 1:26 AM

When the fuck are you guys supposed to be coming out with this damn LP!!! Give it to me now!!!
Nahum

Nahum garcia



Jun 29 2009 6:24 PM

this full length has to come out soon.
Kyla Dawson-Harding

Kyla Dawson-Harding



Jun 23 2009 11:15 PM

add ahead of us the secret! that song rules.
A Girl Named Goo

A Girl Named Goo



Jun 20 2009 5:37 AM

The guitar is siiiicccckkk

Your sound reminds me of the oldies, yet you guys sound so refreshing

Truly appreciating the style
Gangsta Roy" Under Water"

Gangsta Roy" Under Water"



Jun 16 2009 3:57 PM

yall need to come down to Say Town(san antonio)ill be their my buddy below will be their and we can all get high after the show with a little Dro
David

David Williard



Jun 12 2009 11:01 PM

Gasoline Rainbows is awesome!!!!! Can't wait for the rest of it. You guys and everyone around you are super talented. Currently waitin for the Lizzie Huffman EP, new kay kay, and WOC. Please please please come to San Antonio so i can rock to some good jams.
Austin

Austin Healy



Jun 11 2009 9:38 PM

I saw Thomas walking in Seattle a couple days ago on the 9th and honked. He looked confused haha.
Fuck You Myspace

Im Done



May 12 2009 3:06 PM

hey guys, i would just like to thank you for your inspiring and lyrically genius works!
i hope to one day be able to reach the point that you fine gentlemen are perched upon
Fergus

Fergus Farley



May 7 2009 3:39 AM

are those audioasis recordings going to be on the internet?
The Lost Episode

The Lost Episode



Apr 25 2009 7:39 PM

great show at vera!
you guys could easily be the most talented band in seattle.
we can't wait for the next all ages show.
horton

horton



Apr 24 2009 4:05 PM

What up What up? Hope you guys are staying together so I can hear the next batch of unique music. Do you have some new stuff written?

come play in santa cruz
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