Watch the video for new song "The Things You Like" here!
"When it comes to Aficionado's creation, it seems they're bringing punk through a minor evolution of sorts". - Alternative Press
"NY-based Aficionado conjure visions of a Polyphonic Spree with a post-punk twist." - Exclaim!
"...a surprisingly cohesive unit that brings together the best of In/Casino/Out AT THE DRIVE-IN and the theatrical/carnival-addled WORLD INFERNO FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY." - Pastepunk
"There is no excuse for missing out on this band, and the loyal listener will find satisfaction in the multiple layers to be uncovered." - Alter The Press
"Intricately played yet more than accessible..." - Treblezine
"...one of the most inventive acts around today." - Delusions of Adequacy
Upon their inception in 2004, Aficionado began touring and self-releasing demos, but for the most part, flew under the radar until signing with No Sleep Records early last Summer. In Fall of 2010, they brought the world their first official release, “When It Comes to Creation.” It included an everything-but-the-kitchen-sink instrumental approach, spliced with their clever nooks and crannies of lyrical and melodic goodness, complete with a loud and raw us-against-the world execution.
While continuing to evolve artistically and push the envelope of their sound, Aficionado’s upcoming self-titled full length is a cohesive listen from beginning to end, showing that the album format is still alive and well. With ten songs produced and recorded with AJ Mogis (Bright Eyes, M. Ward, Cursive), the songs are sharp and more compact with less of an emphasis on wowing people with over the top antics and more of a focus on the songs themselves. The lyrical basis is centered on expositions of thinking for yourself, attaining what it takes to be a charismatic person, heeding to the realities of aging, and acceptance of change .Drawing from a range of influences such as Cursive, The Hold Steady, Sunny Day Real Estate and At the Drive In, Aficionado incorporates the sweet honey coated coo of Laura Carrozza which tinges the melodies and a harmonious male/female vocal styling alongside singer Nick Warchol.
Whereas other artists tend to spout off elaborate yarns to detail a complex process of their songwriting origins and album creations, Aficionado have created an opus based on the basic concept of pure camaraderie and solidarity amongst good friends, with the aim of simply making good music.
Aficionado Live!
Fri-Jul-01 Fitzies Pub Binghamton, NY w/ Summer People + Twin Killers
Fri-Jul-22 RECORD RELEASE SHOW @ Valentine's Albany, NY
Fri-Jul-23 RECORD RELEASE SHOW @ The Pine Box Rock Shop Brooklyn, NY
w/ Tim Kasher
Fri-Aug-19 Pontiac, MI The Croofoot
Sat-Aug-20 Columbus , OH Double Happiness
Sun-Aug-21 Cleveland, OH Grog Shop
Mon-Aug-22 Rochester, NY Bug Jar
Tue-Aug-23 Boston, MA Great Scott
Wed-Aug-24 New York, NY Mercury Lounge
Thu-Aug-25 Philadelphia, PA Johnny Brenda's
Fri-Aug-26 Washington, DC Red Palace
Sat-Aug-27 Chapel Hill, NC Local 506
Sun-Aug-28 TBD
Mon-Aug-29 Atlanta, GA The Earl
Tue-Aug-30 St Augustine, FL Café Eleven
Wed-Aug-31 Orlando, FL The Social
Thu-Sep-01 Tallahassee, FL Club Down Under
Fri-Sep-02 Birmingham, AL Bottletree
Sat-Sep-03 Memphis, TN Hi Tone
Sun-Sep-04 Little Rock, AR TBD
Mon-Sep-05 OFF
Tue-Sep-06 Austin, TX Mohawk
Wed-Sep-07 Dallas, TX The Loft
Thu-Sep-08 Oklahoma City, OK The Conservatory
Fri-Sep-09 Lawrence, KS Jackpot
Sat-Sep-10 Omaha, NE Waiting Room
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