54
11,029 plays
59,918 views
59,918 views
Featuing former members of Klank 54 aims to create a new sound blending elements that are melded together to become cutting edge.Their sound has many layers of influence from the beats of underground hip-hop to the introspection of indie rock, from the heaviness of Sabbath to the gentleness of John Coltrane.Band/artist history
The band originated as a side project of Klank, comprised of Pat Servedio (guitar and programming) , John Zaletel (drums and programming)and Darren"Klank"Diolosa. Klank signed with Tooth and Nail to record Still Suffering. Thirty thousand copies were sold and the remix EP sold ten thousand copies. Klank also put out a independent release, Numb which sold five thousand copies. The video, Blind from Numb was featured on Much Music. The band charted on CMJ for seventeen weeks and on FNBQ. Klank headlined their own US tour and played with such bands as P.O.D., M.X.P.X., and Living Sacrifice. Their music was also featured on The Dennis Rodman Show on MTV. This exposure was exciting. Yet, because of creative differences, Pat and John moved on and sought to create something new.
Fiftyfour is completed by lead singer Kerry Merkle, a regular on the New York underground music scene. He fronted the hard rock band Redshift, who were scouted by several labels after producing an independent release. Kerry has brought his vocal influence rooted in indie rock. Lyrically driven he brings message to 54s music. Together, Pat, John, and Kerry have created a unique sound that blends aggressive indie rock with a modern hip-hop beat.
Hip-Hop producer Taiwain Green offered to enhance 54s sound after hearing one of their songs during a studio session in 54s studio. Mr.Fingaz has worked successfully with DMX and Jah Rule on such hit as Angel and Holla Holla and most recently with such artist as Busta Rymes and Fabulous. Greens expertise has produced several platinum selling singles. His influence and guidance willonly further 54s music by adding a urban beat.
While their sound is indefinable, the music could be compared to such bands as Filter, Nine Inch Nails, or Incubus. The future trend will be the blending of hip-hop beats with the hard edge of rock. 54 has already created this sound and can enhance it by working with Mr.Fingaz. Their live shows will activate all senses and bring the future of music to the fore. 54 do not sound like new rock music; 54 are the sound of new rock music.Have you performed in front of an audience?Our live shows display the frenetic energy that is alive within our music.
Your musical influences
Filter,Pedro The Lion,Black Sabbath,Nine Inch Nails,Superchunk,Jane's Addiction,Cave In,Sonic Youth,Neptunes,Dr.Dre,Fugazi,Incubus,HelmetAnything else?
Sign our message board and tell us what you think!! C'mon guys we got a message board use it!! And sign the mailing list we always got new info for you guys. We're trying to build up our fan base, so spread the word!!!Fifty-Four
4 songs · 1 artist
By @trakfillah
stunt197's station
2 songs · 1 artist
By @stunt197
polarlustdebris's station
4 songs · 1 artist
By @polarlustdebris
big_al_doogie@yahoo.com's station
1 song · 1 artist
By @big_al_doogie@yahoo.com
dsaef8's station
14 songs · 9 artists
By @dsaef8
2
10 songs · 2 artists
By @dsaef8
casskaylala's station
5 songs · 4 artists
By @casskaylala
bitch01's station
6 songs · 4 artists
By @bitch01
giok's station
24 songs · 2 artists
By @giok
camextoxrock's station
12 songs · 12 artists
Rockin' Indie/Alternative Bands
By @camextoxrock
See all playlists
You doing your thing in here, keep making that real music, I like your sound very unique, come check us we got a new reggaeton street banger is called "PIMPIANDO", pretty hot in the charts, show us some love, keep up the good work.
main genres:
'PIMPIANDO':
· #1 in the Latin charts
· #1 in the Reggaeton sub chartsI shouldn't say anything.My music is low fi and crappy as hell.Saw you post at my message board. Atom(ca).
I haven't listened to all these songs yet.Listened to Clean The Fiction Out and Superchunk.I am,despite my own sound,(I bash my stuff out and record as I write)a good sound guy and have an ear for production.And I think the vocals were rough on Fiction.For that style you have to nail the sound.It's just the mix and fx.Great song though.Superchunk was cool.Good sound.Inspired by the newer era Chunk,I take it.Come pick me up perhaps?Overall good work and I'm going to listen to the rest now.I just uploaded my new song WANT ME TO BE its just a clipping but I would love to hear what you think of it :) I am trying a new direction musicially and I really want to know what people think of it right now at the stage its in. Thanks so much and feel free to listen to more of my other songs if you have the time.
JenaeHey man
Grab a listen to me latest tune, "The Art of Dreaming".
Eclectic, contiguous metamorphic rock from a unique voice! Blending influences as diverse as the Beatles, Pink Floyd, and David Bowie, this is music that must be heard. Quirky progressive pop rock!
~S~All comments (130)
11,029 plays
59,918 views
59,918 views
Admin
Kerry
@dboon04
Just found you guys - I dig your stuff. I specifically took notice of the cool harmonies near the end of "Open Letter Before the End (2nd Mix demo)." I like alot of different aspects of your sound, cool guitar riffs, good drums (not to leave anyone out). I'll spread the word where I can; I'm in upstate... hope you guys tour here. Check out my stuff... I'm trying to build a fan base.