Logic's End
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"Most bands I come across seem to think THEIR band is unique; that they are SO different, and that ALL of their songs are individual gems that sound nothing alike. Until I hear them. And as the third or fourth song vaguely resembles the first and second ones, I realize their biased dispersions. But as music styles change and grow over the years, I remember thinking how I had yet to hear the term "Thrazz" which birthed an offspring of Thrash and Jazz, but that's just what Midwest favorites Logic's End set out to create with their first 5 song CD, "Flub-otomy," an impressive debut.
But just recently with their newest CD release, "Will Work for Logic: Part 1 and 2," Logic's End has become a bombast of American pop culture expressed through diverse styles and colors. Taking stabs at everything from politics and porn to alchohol abuse, Logic's End leaves NO affiliations unscathed. Trying to determine what genre' they'll fit into will leave you scratching your head in awe, and pointing at your speakers in disbelief. Everything you've always LOVED or HATED about music is here. Blending Goth, Industrial, Folk, Metal, Jazz, Blues, Trance, Punk, New Age and 50's Sci-Fi, into an amalgam of tasteful hooks is what will grab you, and leave you wanting more. And not too shabby for just ONE GUY. Although special guest artists contributed to many of the songs, the real dynamo behind this vision, is surrealist artist, and drummer/vocalist/keyboardist Ted Ryback, whose tastes in music are as vast as the styles he attempts to display. Imagine Blue Man Group meets Salvador Dali, as the stage is pelted with energy, artistic imagery and offbeat piffle and flummery. Dr. Seuss couldn't have done it better himself. Want the next new thing in mind candy? Come and experience the end of musical logic as you know it."
Bill Finn: Editor; Liquid MagazineBand/artist history
Logic’s End began over a decade ago, but seeing as the Midwest is not exactly a hotbed of talent, founder and creator Ted Ryback has had some trouble finding those daring enough for such an endeavor. Ted has been actively playing music in and out of bands since the 80’s. As a decade passed and his contributions to other bands waned, Ted decided to quit relying on others to help make the dream a reality. Musicians who showed an interest came and went. And their contributions were much appreciated.
But none could commit on a full time basis.
In addition to drumming since the age of 10, Ted is also an artist, which is where the idea for Logic’s End first came about. Creating a Gallery of music and artwork that could showcase BOTH his talents, LIVE onstage, as the music and art he creates, both defy a suitable category. Avant Garde? Surreal? Pop? Yes.
He’s won “Artist of the Year” on the Tom Silvestri Online Art Gallery of Chicago, as well as “Poster Artist of the Month” there many times. He was the CD reviewer for 2 years at Midwest publication, Liquid Magazine. And with the imaginative Rozen Bombs (an Indiana “alterna-funk-a-billy” band, was invited to play the Buffalo, N.Y. B.O.M.B. (Buffalo Original Music Blast) in 1998. (Them being the only band invited to play from Indiana as they were a favorite of Program Director “Wild” Bill Hedrick. (Not to mention, opening for a few of the bigger 80’s bandsbut too embarrassing to drop any names here.)
Now more seasoned in the studio, Ted has concentrated on vocals, keyboards and recording in an effort to be self sufficient. He continues to create and manipulate imagery and is slowly building an arsenal for the surreal soundscape that will eventually become "The Logic's End Show."Have you performed in front of an audience?I'm in the midst of making this a live show, up until now, it's just been composing the music and geting the images and artwork ready.
Your musical influences
Bjork, Mr. Bungle, Thelonious Monk, Skinny Puppy, Portishead, Leonard Cohen. I'm influenced by Avant Garde musicians, John Zorn, Naked City, Les Baxter, Esquivel, As well as Opeth, Aghora,
Combustible Edison, Dizzy Gillespie, Cake.What equipment do you use?
The Roland V-Drums, a Casio Keyboard manipulated through a BR-8 Boss digital 8 track. Sweeeet!Anything else?
I must acknowledge the inspirational influences that continue to play a part of the creative process, like Peanut Butter Crunch, Salvador Dali, Coffee, Black Licorice, and Tex Avery.
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