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obliviontheband
» genre:
Rock >
Rock General
» location:
Ray Zaleski
» label: unsigned
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OBLIVION MUSIC (USA)
NEWS
OBLIVION HAS BEEN SELECTED TO PERFORM AT THE 2004 RIB BURNOFF FESTIVAL AT THE STARK COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS IN CANTON, OHIO. THE EVENT IS PART OF PRO FOOTBALL'S GREATEST WEEKEND. THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME FESTIVAL AND INDUCTION CEREMONY! THIS IS A SUMMERTIME EVENT.MORE DETAILS FORTH COMING!
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OBLIVION is one of the premier original rock bands in Northeastern Ohio. Members consist of Michael Irwin - Vocals/Guitar, Scott Daniels - Vocals/Guitar, Michael D. Brown - Keyboards/Vocals, Doug Fulton - Bass/Vocals, and Ray Zaleski - Drums/Percussion. OBLIVION, also performs great classic rock songs from bands of the 80's at their concerts. Be sure and listen to the debut CD release, "After All This Time". Ten outstanding tracks of original rock. Now, check out the mp3 files located on this sight and hear why OBLIVION ROCKS!!
Why this name?
The name resulted from the core members feeling as though years of writing songs,recording and performing are now lost in oblivion, but now have returned in a new and different band with its own idenity.
Do you play live?
Yes! Currently, only in the Northeasten Ohio area. Our concerts are attended by loyal fans and friends and it does create an exciting atmosphere.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
It allows the world to experience unsigned artists who have the talent and songwriting prowess to match wits with the so called best in the industry. (i.e.label acts of a national scale)
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Yes! If the terms were right.
Band History:
Formed in 2002, Oblivion's core members originated from the highly successful rock band Chaser. The members eventually teamed with area musicians Scott Daniels and Ray Zaleski to complete the lineup. The debut CD, "After All This Time" was recorded at the Joe's Garage Recording Studio in Massillon, Ohio and represents many hours of hard work. The CD was produced by Doug Fulton and Oblivion. Now with the CD complete, the group is enjoying performing live at events and distributing the CD.
Your influences?
Our influences are groups like Kansas,Styx,Queen,Journey,Cheap Trick,The Babys,Rainbow,Foreigner to name a few. We truly enjoy legendary bands from the 80's. Our cd reflects this with an appreciation of today production and sound.
Favorite spot?
On stage in front of a large and receptive audience!
Equipment used:
We are two guitars,bass,keyboards and drum band. Fender guitar amps,Paul Reed and Strat guitars,Fender bass,G.Krueger Amp,JBL Cabient, Korg and Roland Keyboards,Pearl Drums,DW Pedals and Vic Firth Sticks. Guitartist use Boss,Line 6 pedals plus additionals and EV microphones.
Anything else...?
Our strength as musicians is reflective of the years of writing and performing. Our strongest asset is in our vocals. Our lead vocalist and members sing extremely well together.