The Antidote - Show 51 - Showbread feature (part 1)

Josh Dies in Toronto 2006

Showbread headman and lead vocalist, Josh Dies joined The Antidote for an insightful  interview. We also aired a number of tracks of their outstanding music. We ran through some of Showbread's discography which illustrates their tremendous lyrical and musical style as Josh describes the development of their albums and some interesting facets of this unique band.

Next Wednesday is part two of the feature on Showbread and more of the interview with Josh Dies.

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Everything in Slow Motion "Red" video

I've always enjoyed the ambient hardcore of Hands. If you're a fan as well, check out the progression of Shane Ochsner and the new band, Everything In Slow Motion. The new sound could be likened to Sigur Rós and Listener meet Norma Jean.
Conceptualized by Hands’ front man Shane Ochsner in early 2012, Everything In Slow Motion has now released a limited edition 7″ called Red. Even as a two-song release, Red promises to take the listener on an emotional expedition. Ochsner bares his soul through his lyrics and gives some insight into the new songs here:

"After working on “Give Me Rest” for Hands, I realized I wasn't ready to throw in the towel yet. Spending most of the writing and recording process alone was the most therapeutic way of working through my issues with my faith. And I realized that as human beings, I think it’s our job to be our brothers’ keepers, because even with the tiniest effort, you can drastically change the course of another person’s life. 

The song “Red” is the most powerful song I think I have ever written. It was written to try to encourage people to be better. The fact that people can be abused, abandoned, and robbed of ever having unconditional love in their life and still grow up to be some of the most loving and kind hearted people blows me away. Everyone out there has a story or a road that was traveled to put them exactly where they are today. We live in a broken world, with broken people. But each of us has the power to restore hope within someone else".

- Facedown Records

The Antidote - Show 50 - Mixed bag of music

Abram joined me, once again, in the studio of Trent Radio for this weeks installment of The Antidote. We offered up another night of eclectic music.

Fathers were made to disappoint their children.  Listen in as Abram recounts how he missed a great concert experience in Toronto. We also aired one of the longest tracks in my music collection with the 14 minute song "Cleanse Me" from O'Brother. The variety of styles and bands will definitely hold your interest.

Showbread headman and lead vocalist Josh Dies joins The Antidote next week with an insightful  interview and you'll  have the opportunity to listen to their outstanding music. We'll be running through some of Showbread's discography which illustrates their tremendous lyrical and musical style.

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The Extraordinary Mutemath

Back in 2007 Alternative Press stated “this is the #1 band you need to see live before you die". That statement still holds true. Mutemath delivers an incredible live performance. I've seen several hundred bands perform live, but very few are able to reach this kind of level.

Paul Meany is outstanding with his unique vocals. His talents on the keys are put to use with five keyboards, a Hammond organ, and even a keytar are all put to use. Darren King is an amazing drummer, who is kept at the front of the stage instead of the traditional position of being tucked behind the band. Bass player, Roy Mitchell-Cardenas gives a relatively subdued, but at the same time, powerful performance. Newcomer, Steve Gummerman has replaced the departed Greg Hill as guitarist for Mutemath.

I had a chance to sit down with Paul Meany prior to the show to discuss the past, present and future of Mutemath. He gave a number of insights as to what Mutemath is all about. I'll be airing that interview on The Antidote as part of one hour show that will focus on this amazing band.

For now, here are a few photos I took of Mutemath at their September 25th concert at the Phoenix Concert Theatre in Toronto.

Paul Meaney on keytar

Steve Gummerman, guitarist

A snowstorm of confetti falls on the capacity crowd

Roy Mitchell-Cardenas - bass

Paul Meany's famous headstand on the organ

Drummer, Darren King with part of his drum kit played atop the organ

Mutemath's huge 21 song setlist

If those photos aren't enough, watch this video of Break the Same by Mutemath live at The Tabernacle Theatre in Atlanta, GA during their Fall 2009 Armistice Tour.

Break the Same by Mutemath live at The Tabernacle Theatre in Atlanta, GA during their Fall 2009 Armistice Tour.

Theocracy "Hide in the Fairytale" video

Power metal is sometimes referred to as "old metal". Far from it, power metal is alive and vibrant. Check out this great video from Theocracy, who remain as one of the best in the genre. "Hide in the Fairytale" is included on their album As The World Bleeds.

The Antidote - Show 49 - Ravenhill

This past summer I had the chance to see Ravenhill on stage at the Cornerstone festival. Joshua Clifton, lead vocalist and founder of Ravenhill, spent some time with The Antidote discussing the band and their music.

Listen in to the band Ravenhill on the recording of this week's broadcast and their unique and passionate blend of soul, rock, and gospel. An unusual sound and an extraordinary band.

Next week, Abram will be joining me in the studio as we offer up another night of eclectic music. You'll also be hearing one of the longest songs in my music collection.

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Ravenhill feature on The Antidote

This coming Wednesday Oct. 10 at 9, Ravenhill will be our featured artist. Named after the well known pastor Leonard Ravenhill, this Nashville, Tennessee band offers up an unusual sound that is all their own. Blending influences of punk, gospel, jazz, blues, grunge, indie, hard-core, soul, and classic rock to create their unique music.

You'll have a chance to hear what this band is all about on Wednesday night at 9 on Trent Radio 92.7 FM Peterborough. Live stream The Antidote Wednesday's from 9 - 10 EST here.

As I was setting up this week's show I happened upon a vidcast from Ravenhill featuring their performance at the Cornerstone festival and a portion of the interview I had with Joshua Clifton, lead vocalist of Ravenhill.  Check it out.

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The Antidote - Show 48 - August Burns Red

I was delighted to be able to see August Burns Red during their concert date in London, Ontario a couple of weeks ago.  Even better was having the opportunity to sit down with Jacob Luhrs, lead vocalist.for this amazing band. This week The Antidote shares some of the discography of August Burns Red interspersed with segments of the conversation with Jacob Luhrs. For metal fans this will be a treat, for non-metal fans this is your chance to hear why ABR is considered one of the top metal band's in the world.

Next week on The Antidote, listen in to the band Ravenhill with their unique and passionate blend of soul, rock, and gospel. An unusual sound and an extraordinary band.

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