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Skepticynic...an innovative rock band with a style of their own.
About Skepticynic
<<< Skeptical + Cynical = a disbelief in one's own melodramatic outcome >>> Cooper formed the basis of Skepticynic in his early years of high school. After joining up with Schyma in 2005, Skepticynic was born. Once the initial group was formed, a record began to take form. After recording at the renowned studio "Sugar Hill" in Houston the record was complete. Sales of the early EP were astounding for such a new group. Once the record took hold, a following began to develop. People from all over Katy as well as the greater Houston area fell into the groups new and appeasing sound. After two long years of playing shows, making recordings, and developing the band as a whole, a truly unique sounding band was complete. Now, with our new found partners at Gimme_Mo_Riffs Records, big things are soon to follow. About Skepticynic ... more -
Southern Backtones "Forever" Music Video
The "Forever" video by Southern Backtones has taken on a life of its own. It has won numerous awards and expanded the Indie Rocker's audience base in ways we never thought possible. We are pleased and grateful for the reception it has received and wanted to share it on current. The "Forever" video by Southern Backtones has taken on a life of its own. It has won numerous awards and expanded the Indie Rocker's a... more
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"Slumber Party" new single from Southern Backtones
Slumber Party, the first single from Southern Backtones as yet untilted 4th album hints at the band's evolution into one of the leading psychedelic indie rock bands in the country. It is dark, anthemic, dirty, taboo, and a lot of fun.
Hank Schyma, Vocals and Guitar
John Griffin, Backing Vocals and Bass
Todd Sommer, Drums
Recorded at SugarHill Studios and produced by Dan Workman....
I can't wait to hear more from this band. Slumber Party, the first single from Southern Backtones as yet untilted 4th album hints at the band's evolution into one of the leadin... more -
Southern Backtones "Never Come Between Our Love" in OurStage Music Competition
The Southern Backtones are anything but Southern Rock...the are a unique, driving, indie, psychedelic, brit, pop, guitar, Doors meet U2 at Abbey Road...but Portishead drops by..type of experience.
Their song "Never Come Between our Love" is doing well in the song competition on OurStage and these Houston rock heroes could use your vote. Give them a listen and, if you think they are as talented as I do...give them a vote. Thanks for your support of innovative new music. The Southern Backtones are anything but Southern Rock...the are a unique, driving, indie, psychedelic, brit, pop, guitar, Doors meet U... more -
Southern Backtones WeShow Video Group
All vids Southern Backtones. Fan vids, performance videos, music videos, behind the scenes, on the road....you name it. Good, sometimes clean, fun. All vids Southern Backtones. Fan vids, performance videos, music videos, behind the scenes, on the road....you name it. Good, sometime... more
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Foodarama Markets Houston
We worked with Foodarama on a film shoot for a recent music video. Not only were they one of the nicest organizations we have ever worked with as a location, the store was incredibly photogenic, the staff terrific, and from what we saw, has a tremendously loyal customer base.
They helped us make our project, the music video for the Southern Backtones' song "Forever," a reality and we can't say enough good things about this place. Not only is it a real grocery store, like the ones we used to have when I was a kid, they have the best in-store music I have ever heard. One day while we were there I actually heard "My Beach by the Surf Punks.
Thanks Foodarama... We worked with Foodarama on a film shoot for a recent music video. Not only were they one of the nicest organizations we have ever wor... more -
Honky Tonk Blood Movie Trailer
Indie Houston musicians' indie horror film about life and bizarre deaths in the indie music world. Featuring the Southern Backtones, John Evans Band, Johnny Falstaff and a cast of thousands. Cheap, sexy, edgy and scary...what's not to like? Indie Houston musicians' indie horror film about life and bizarre deaths in the indie music world. Featuring the Southern Backtones, J... more
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Southern Backtones fan page on Squidoo
One critic called their music:"Art film lyrics with major motion picture sonic imagery." Southern Backtones are psychedelic pop rock's best kept secret. Listening to their brit psycho pop sound you would never know they hail from Texas...but knowing they call Houston home adds an interesting twist.
This lens is your guide to the latest Southern Backtones music, video, news and tour info on the web. You can find everything about the band here from where to download tracks to what Hank, John and Todd had for breakfast...if you really care that much. One critic called their music:"Art film lyrics with major motion picture sonic imagery." Southern Backtones are psychedelic pop rock's... more -
Southern Backtones at Sugarhill Studios Tape Vault
This is not your typical indie rock. The Southern Backtones are an exciting blend of raw brit-influenced rock with roots planted firmly in Texas. A southwestern feel reminiscent of Morrison and The Doors with an edge akin to early eighties brit-rock powerhouses a la The Cult and David Bowie.
After spending their musical childhood on the surf-punk playground, the Southern Backtones grew up quickly only to rebel against their roots rock heritage.
A mellowing of their roots-angst, and embracing Brit-pop and psychedelia influences, transitioned their music to a darker, more bohemian sound. Thus allowing them to become who they were from the beginning--psychedelic savants who are constantly at risk of diluting their genius by over thinking their music.
Hank Schyma- Vocals/Guitar
John Griffin- Backing Vocals/Bass
Todd Sommer- Drums
This is not your typical indie rock. The Southern Backtones are an exciting blend of raw brit-influenced rock with roots planted firml... more -
Sugarhill Recording Studios
For over 67 years artists have been recording music at this recording-industry icon. The Big Bopper recorded "Chantilly Lace" here, Freddy Fender recorded "Before the Next Teardrop Falls" here. A parade of artists that reads like a who's who of music history,The Rolling Stones, Willie Nelson, Todd Rundgren, Smashmouth, Ted Nugent, Johnny Winters, Janis Joplin and so many more have filled these studios with memorable sounds and memories. Today, artists like Solange Knowles, Southern Backtones, John Evans Band, Kelly Rowlands, Winter Wallace..... just to name a few still make Sugar Hill a home base for recording.
It may be a tad surprising to discover that Sugar Hill has been quietly taking the music world by storm from it's home in Houston for all these years. Drop by their site and find out more For over 67 years artists have been recording music at this recording-industry icon. The Big Bopper recorded "Chantilly Lace" here, Fr... more -
Dan Workman Music
Dan Workman is a music producer, musician, force of nature and a force for positive change in the industry. He runs Sugarhill Recording Studios with his partners. A drop by his site is time well spent for musicians and non musicians alike. Dan Workman is a music producer, musician, force of nature and a force for positive change in the industry. He runs Sugarhill Recordin... more
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Southern Backtones on MySpace Music
The Southern Backtones home on MySpace. Updated almost daily with Backtones news, music, video. Anything a die hard psycho pop rock fan could want. The Southern Backtones home on MySpace. Updated almost daily with Backtones news, music, video. Anything a die hard psycho pop rock fa... more
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Southern Backtones Official Webpage
The official home on the web for news and information about psychedelic rockers Southern Backtones. The 'tones create driving, melodic, haunting music-noir and have received major critical acclaim for their ground breaking sound and lyrical genius.
Hank Schyma: Lead Vocals, Guitar
John Griffin: Backing Vocals Bass
Todd Sommer: Drums
You can find Southern Backtones cds and downloads on iTunes, Amazon and CDbaby, to name just a few. The official home on the web for news and information about psychedelic rockers Southern Backtones. The 'tones create driving, melodic... more -
Southern Backtones "Forever" Music Video
Southern Backtones are a driving, dark trio that creates beautifully hauntng psychedelic rock. "Forever" is their new music video from their self-titled third album. The band explores the meaning of life in this surreal and sometimes sexy trip to the grocery store.
Hank Schyma: Lead Vocals, Guitar
John Griffin: Backing Vocals, Bass
Todd Sommer: Drums and Percussion
The video features cameos from recording artists Amp Capone, Rickylee, Epiphany, The Concrete Rose Cabaret and people, friends and family from all walks of life.
Produced by Zenfilm.
Produced by Merideth Melville
Directed by W. Ross Wells.
Cinematography by Wayne Forster.
UPM: Jarrod Gullet
1st AD: Marissa Lovely
1st AC: Justin DeGuire
Key Grip: David Zenteno
Gaffer: Rich Lacy
Best Boy: Mike Turrin
Hair: Jolan Benwill
Cameras: Panavision
Grip and Lighting: MC Lighting and Production Services
Location: Foodarama Houston Southern Backtones are a driving, dark trio that creates beautifully hauntng psychedelic rock. "Forever" is their new music video fro... more
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