Weye | id
JAWEYE began in 2010. They are considered an emotional rock band with tinges of electro & Dance and plenty of vocal effects.
Discography:
alpha - 2011.04.19
Binary Monolith - 2012.01.17
STARGAZER - 2012.08.07
Pulse - 2012.12.11
ALTERNATIVE WORLD - 2013.10.29
M E M B E R S:
■ 上田浩平 (Kouhei UEDA) - Guitar & Vocals
■ 师崎洋平 (Youhei MOROZAKI) - Guitar
■ 斋藤孝 (Saitou Takashi) - Bass
■ 松尾笃佳 (ATSUYOSHI Matsuo) - Drums
OHP: http://www.jaweye.com/ .
There is no shortage of instrumental bands in today's indie scene. Unfortunately, the majority of them have subscribed to the single note 'movements' washed out with delay. Weye is not one of those bands. This Chicago trio brings the power of Pelican, with the finesse of Piglet. The excitement of Battles, but the clever songwriting of Minus the Bear. Dynamic tapping riffs, seemingly endless looping pedals, monster bass lines, and caffeinated drums almost reminds the listener of classic Don Cab. Their unique, fun sound can be heard throughout the midwest as they support their debut EP, Friends, Family, & Others....
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