We The Kings, an alternative pop-rock band from Bradenton Florida recently released their self-titled CD on October 2 (S-Curve Records). In addition to a strong presence on MySpace, earlier this year the band topped Purevolume.com’s charts and their debut CD had an impressive debut on the Billboard Heatseekers chart (#33 with a bullet). To coincide with the release of the CD, the band shot a music video for the song, “Skyway Avenue,” which is available on line and has been receiving a tremendous response.
Ranging in ages from 19-22, Travis Clark (vocals/guitar), Hunter Thomsen (guitar, backing vocals), Drew Thomsen (bass) and Danny Duncan (drums), took their name from King Middle School, where all four band members attended.
In 2007, the band inked a deal with S-Curve Records and went into the studio to create their debut album. The album was produced by S*A*M and Sluggo (Gym Class Heroes, Cobra Starship) and mixed by Lou Giordano (Plain White T’s, Taking Back Sunday) and Tom Lord-Alge (Fall Out Boy, Blink-182).
On their debut, the Florida natives embrace their upbringing showing love for Bradenton on their self-titled disc. Songs such as “Skyway Avenue,” August Is Over,” and “This Is Our Town” speak directly to Bradenton locales and the culture of the resort community. Guitarist Hunter Thomsen even proudly sports a tattoo of the Sunshine State on his chest.
“We really just wanted to reflect on how much our hometown means to us, how it sculpted us and, even beyond the band, how long we’ve all been together,” says singer/guitarist/songwriter Travis Clark.
We The Kings have been touring non-stop and just wrapped up a national tour with Boys Like Girls, and All Time Low. Up next, the band hit the road with Madina Lake and Mayday Parade.
**Check out what the press has to say about We The Kings**
“This album is overflowing with catchy hooks and the vigor of this album cannot be ignored. If you are thirsty for your next pop-rock fix We The Kings are more satisfying than Gatorade.” Emotionalpunk.com
“A very impressive timeless premier…a band to watch” Famoso Music Magazine
“We The Kings songs have short, sharp bursts of pop-rock with hook-filled choruses. Their songs are fun and addictive with a clutch of singalong songs that will have you tapping your foot along in no time. ‘Check Yes Juliet,’ for example will have you singing along with gusto before the end of your first listen.” Punktastic.com
“We The Kings will be on everyone’s radar in the near future, but I wanted you all to know about them before your friends do.“ Drivenfaroff.com
“We The Kings are lyrical geniuses and obviously musically gifted.” (9 out of 10) Skylinepress.net
“Florida band, We The Kings seems primed to blow the fuck up any minute. The band has a propensity to write lyrics that pluck at the heartstrings of Gen Y’ers. Mix that with their hard power-pop sound and you’ve got a band that can’t lose.” New Times Broward Palm Beach
“This record has one gem right after another.” The Album Project.com
“We The Kings are one of the few bands these days who actually do pop punk so well that it will even appeal to those who generally aren’t fans of the genre.” For The Sound.com (4 out of 5)
“Gang-vocals, upbeat guitar hooks, vocal harmonies, driving drums and enough catchiness to warrant a serious worry for the School nurse. Everything is right about We The Kings, they have killer hooks, catchy songs, an album littered with possible singles.” Die Shellsuit Die!
Tour Itinerary Is As Follows:
*All Ages Shows
November 2 Beta Bar, Tallahassee, FL
3 The Orpheum, Tampa, FL
4 Aka Lounge, Orlando, FL
6 Sector 7G, Augusta, GA
7 Lucky’s Pub, Wilmington, NC
8 Steppin’ Out, Virginia Beach, VA
9 School of Rock, South Hackensack, NJ
10 Trocadero Balcony Bar, Philadelphia, PA
11 The Ottobar, Baltimore, MD
12 Knitting Factory, New York, NY
13 The Station, Portland, ME
14 Showcase Lounge @ Higher Ground, South Burlington, VT
15 Webster Theater, Hartford, CT
16 Xtreme Wheels, Buffalo, NY
17 The Agora Ballroom, Cleveland, OH
18 Shelter, Detroit, MI
21 Headliners, Toledo, OH
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