The Memories
The Memories like you.
You like the Memories
At times quietly tuneful, at times abrasive, the underlying element of pop and uncanny attention to melody is what makes The Memories stand out from their rock contemporaries. Influenced by bands like the Beatles, the Pixies, and Weezer, the Memories tread the thin line between art and entertainment with the mastery of a tightrope walker. Their music is introspective while also undeniably catchy.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Hailing from all over the northern Illinois area, the members of the Memories came together with the commmon goal of bringing quality rock music to the world. With Jake Becvar on lead guitar and vocals, Eric D'Asto on bass and vocals, Eli Nicolosi on lead vocals and guitar, and Joe DiZillo on percussion, they, along with others in the Memory Militia, have started on accomplishing that goal.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Yes, we play all around the Chicago area right now, soon to be playing other places.
Your musical influences
Influences range from Brit-Pop, to the Pixies, and Nirvana to Weezer, and Smashing Pumpkins to the Clash.
What equipment do you use?
Fender Stratocaster with texmex pickups, Marshall Amp MG100, Big Muff pedals, Fender P-Bass, Ampeg Bass Amp, Vintage Ludwig drum set with Sabian and
Zildjian cymbals, Fender Princeton 65 Amp, Boss OS2 Pedal, Morley Crybaby Wah-Wah Pedal
Anything else?
Just finished recording our first EP that is available for download at our website (www.thememories.net) It was recorded at Million Yen Studios in Chicago, IL. Produced by Andy Gerber, and mastered by Andy Sluiter.
