Caller Ten
Bio of Caller Ten:
Straight from the heart of Houston, Caller Ten brings todays Rock to a new level. By attacking the music scene in Houston, Caller Ten has developed a name and reputation that stands above the average band. Although they all have an individual personality, each member brings something unique to the group that can be heard in the music. Everything from their raw vocals to the catchy riffs signifies this band with its own sound, while still dominating the music scene of today. Caller Ten brings Hip-Hop beats and undertones from the streets, along with meaningful lyrics that relate to everyday life and situations. Striving for perfection, especially after being signed with Manager Bryan Coleman with Union Entertainment Group, Caller Ten has set high standards and expects to go far in the music industry scene.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Dec/2002 - OTL / Caller Ten was founded
Jan/2003 - We recorded our first self-titled LP called OTL. This record sold 1000 copies in its first 3 months locally in Houston TX.
Mar/2003 - Played at the Rock101 KLOL Bash Rock Stock at the Cynthia Woods Pavilion in Houston, TX.
Apr/2003 - Signed record contract with indy label Platinum Globe Entertainment.
May/2003 - Recorded our first EP called Downpour with Platimun Globe Entertainment.
May/2003 - Signed management contract with Union Entertainment Group under manager Bryan Coleman.
June/2003 - We had our first radio interview and our song "Walk" received its first airtime on 94.5 The Buzz in Houston, TX. Two weeks later, "Walk" was played during drive time on Houston's 93.7 The Arrow. "Walk" has also received airtime in Dallas, TX., Corpus Christi, TX., Beaumont, TX., Odessa, TX., and Lake Charles, LA.
Aug/2003 - Showcase for Columbia Records in Houston, TX.
Sept/2003 - Showcase for Sony/Columbia in NYC.
Oct/2003 - Showcase for Atlantic/Lava in NYC.
Nov/2003 - Signed a Demo Contract with Lava Records.
Nov/2003 - Recorded Demo for Lava Records at Longview Studio in Boston, MA. Produced by Steve Thompson.
Feb/2004 - Received a Artist Endorsement from GL Guitars.
July/2004 - Received a Full Endorsement from Kerly Strings.
Nov/2004 - Our song "Reach" received its first airtime on 94.5 The Buzz, Houston TX.
*Caller Ten has played countless shows. Some of these shows have been with great bands like Linkin Park, Nickelback, Puddle of Mudd, Smile Empty Soul, Default, 3 Days Grace, Theory Of A Deadman, Union Underground, Jerry Cantrel, Social Burn, and Scrape. Caller Ten has also had numerous stories and interviews with radio stations and newspapers.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
We play live all over Houston, Dallas, Austin, Corpus,and Beaumont, and we love every minute of it. One of the best times we've had was opening for Puddle of Mudd in Odessa last year. I would trade the 11 hour drive for another 45 minutes on that stage any day. Odessa just Rocks, plain and simple.
Your musical influences
Our influences range from old school Beastie Boys, to the Def Tones. And from Stevie Nicks to Chevelle and everything in between.
What equipment do you use?
Caller Ten uses Mesa Boogie, Ampeg, GK, Gibson Les Paul guitars, Fender Basses, DW Drums, Kerley Strings.
