San Diego, CA. (Top40 Charts/ www.myspace.com/warstoriesmusic) - San
Diego foursome WAR STORIES are known for an emotionally charged and uncompromisingly honest blend of alternative, dark rock and brooding folk. Singer Evan Robinson's sincere lyrics and swells of conviction deliver insight of perspective, reflection and questioning, and for their single "Hangin On" WAR STORIES have delivered a video that captures the song's brutally honest commentary that reflects the current state of our nation.
The song released as a digital single on September 25th spreads Robinson's vocals over the guitar work of Reid Kirby and tight locking rhythms of bassist Eric Mace and drummer Adam Barker. Lyrically, "Hangin On" addresses today's social and economic climate in the United States. Robinson's words resonate on the troubles and challenges the nation is faced with and the dire need for change. In an effort to do their part in helping change, WAR STORIES will donate a portion of all proceeds from every single download to support Music Saves Lives (www.musicsaveslives.com)
The video for "Hangin On" is now online at www.warstoriesmusic.com/hanginon.
In addition to the digital single and video, WAR STORIES also recently released their self-titled debut album on August 19. The album's 11 tracks explore the broad and distinct musical space that defines the band?ˆs honest intent and promise. Currently, the album is at No 15 on specialty radio with tracks ?ˆ?Lion,?ˆ? ?ˆ?Rage,?ˆ? ?ˆ?What Does God See,?ˆ? and ?ˆ?Take My Everything?ˆ? all spinning. Early praise of the album also includes the following critical quotes:
"War Stories is the sleeping giant about to be woken up, powerful, passionate, and uncompromising. This is a great album, not only for the heart, but for the soul. - Editor's Pick, 3.5 out of 4 -Leslie Krouse, Revolt In Style Magazine
"beautifully crafted songs that manage to sound both hauntingly intimate at times and tailor-made for packed arena sing-alongs. Though it's almost cliche to compare a rock band to U2, a song like [War Stories] "What Does God See" could easily fit alongside any of the tracks on the Irish band's groundbreaking October.
-John B. Moore, AMP Magazine
"[War Stories] takes you places that are both beautiful and a little bit scary�The song "Rage" is truly War Stories at their most powerful "The band's passion bleeds out of their instruments. At it's simplest "Rage" is a song about allowing yourself to trust those who control your future, and then realizing, at a critical point, that all the bonds you've had with them meant nothing.?ˆ? -LA Cityzine
The passion of WAR STORIES is best captured in their live experience where the band is able to make a direct connection with listeners. In support of the new album, digital single and video release, the band has announced the following confirmed shows, with a complete west coast tour announcement to follow:
Thursday, October 23
The Beauty Bar
San Diego, CA
Saturday, October 25
The Coach House with William Tell San Juano Capistono, CA
Friday, November 7
Barnes & Noble In-Store Performance Temecula, CA
Wednesday, November 12
U31 Presented by 91x Loudspeaker San Diego, CA
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