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Speakeasy Tiger was founded in 2008 by '''Kyle Simmons''' [[lead vocalist|(vocals)]], '''Peter Schmidt''' ([[Piano|piano,]][[synthesizer|synth,]][[Keytar|keytar]]) and '''Lauren Gale''' [[bass guitar|(bass)]]. Shortly thereafter members '''Lucas Gordon''' [[drum kit|(drums)]] and '''Tavis Alley''' [[guitar|(guitar)]] were recruited to finish the bands lineup.<ref name="Colorado Music Buzz">{{cite web|url=http://www.coloradomusicbuzz.com/Index.asp?LinkTo=G534|title=Rock: Breaking through Streams: Speakeasy Tiger|last=Giesler|first=Steffanie|date=November 01, 2009|publisher=Colorado Music Buzz Magazine|accessdate=1 August 2010}}</ref>
Speakeasy Tiger was founded in 2008 by '''Kyle Simmons''' [[lead vocalist|(vocals)]], '''Peter Schmidt''' ([[Piano|piano,]][[synthesizer|synth,]][[Keytar|keytar]]) and '''Lauren Gale''' [[bass guitar|(bass)]]. Shortly thereafter members '''Lucas Gordon''' [[drum kit|(drums)]] and '''Tavis Alley''' [[guitar|(guitar)]] were recruited to finish the bands lineup.<ref name="Colorado Music Buzz">{{cite web|url=http://www.coloradomusicbuzz.com/Index.asp?LinkTo=G534|title=Rock: Breaking through Streams: Speakeasy Tiger|last=Giesler|first=Steffanie|date=November 01, 2009|publisher=Colorado Music Buzz Magazine|accessdate=1 August 2010}}</ref>
In early 2010 vocalist Kyle Simmons left Speakeasy Tiger and was replaced by front woman '''Katrina Stone'''.<ref>http://warped.speakeasytiger.com/features/news/</ref>
In early 2010 vocalist Kyle Simmons left Speakeasy Tiger and was replaced by front woman '''Katrina Stone'''.<ref>{{cite web|first=Lucas|title=Introducing Katrina Stone|url=http://warped.speakeasytiger.com/news/introducing-katrina-stone/|publisher=Speakeasy Tiger LLC.|accessdate=August 5, 2010}}</ref>


==History==
==History==
===Formation and Debut Album (2008-2010)===
===Formation and Debut Album (2008-2010)===


In the summer of 2008 original vocalist Kyle Simmons took her solo folk project ''Girl Named Kyle'' in a different direction, pairing with Peter Schmidt and Lauren Gale to form a backing band for her improvised compositions. Soon after the Denver based group changed its name to Speakeasy Tiger after making the decision to change genres of music from [[Indie folk|Folk]] to Pop.<ref>http://www.denversyntax.com/issue17/music/speakeasy/speakeasy.html</ref>
In the summer of 2008 original vocalist Kyle Simmons took her solo folk project ''Girl Named Kyle'' in a different direction, pairing with Peter Schmidt and Lauren Gale to form a backing band for her improvised compositions. Soon after the Denver based group changed its name to Speakeasy Tiger after making the decision to change genres of music from [[Indie folk|Folk]] to Pop.<ref>{{cite web|title=Speakeasy Tiger|url=http://www.denversyntax.com/issue17/music/speakeasy/speakeasy.html|work=Denver Syntax Issue 17|publisher=Denver Syntax|accessdate=28 July, 2010}}</ref>


The name Speakeasy Tiger was derived as a satyrical play on the words ''Speakeasy'' and ''Blind Tiger'', which individually are both slang for the reference of illegal establishments selling alcohol during the [[prohibition|Prohibition]] period. Original vocalist Kyle Simmons is quoted saying:
The name Speakeasy Tiger was derived as a satyrical play on the words ''Speakeasy'' and ''Blind Tiger'', which individually are both slang for the reference of illegal establishments selling alcohol during the [[prohibition|Prohibition]] period. Original vocalist Kyle Simmons is quoted saying:
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{{quote|text=The name Speakeasy Tiger is a sort of passive aggressive term. I think of 'Tiger' as aggressive and 'Speakeasy' as more passive. The combination of words suits the members of this band perfectly and the kind of impact we're trying to create.|sign=Kyle Simmons|source={{Citation needed|date=August 2010}}}}
{{quote|text=The name Speakeasy Tiger is a sort of passive aggressive term. I think of 'Tiger' as aggressive and 'Speakeasy' as more passive. The combination of words suits the members of this band perfectly and the kind of impact we're trying to create.|sign=Kyle Simmons|source={{Citation needed|date=August 2010}}}}


The group began looking for members to finish the line up in November of 2008. They found drummer Lucas Gordon hailing from [[Colorado Springs, Colorado|Colorado Springs, Colorado]] having previously played in the [[Metalcore|Metalcore]] band '''The Murder Formula'''. Promptly after, guitarist Tavis Alley who attended [[Brigham Young University|Brigham Young University]] at the time, was recruited to the Mile High City to finish the line up after responding to a [[Facebook|Facebook]] ad from the band looking for guitarists.<ref>http://www.ucdadvocate.com/2.1864/speakeasy-tiger-1.121591</ref>
The group began looking for members to finish the line up in November of 2008. They found drummer Lucas Gordon hailing from [[Colorado Springs, Colorado|Colorado Springs, Colorado]] having previously played in the [[Metalcore|Metalcore]] band '''The Murder Formula'''. Promptly after, guitarist Tavis Alley who attended [[Brigham Young University|Brigham Young University]] at the time, was recruited to the Mile High City to finish the line up after responding to a [[Facebook|Facebook]] ad from the band looking for guitarists.<ref name="Laura Backlin (Feb. 18, 2009)">{{cite web|last=Backlin|first=Laura (Feb. 18, 2009)|title=Speakeasy Tiger|url=http://www.ucdadvocate.com/2.1864/speakeasy-tiger-1.121591|publisher=UCD Advocate|accessdate=27 July 2010}}</ref>


Lucas Gordon comments on the change:
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Speakeasy Tiger released its debut album ''The Public'' on July 11, 2009.<ref>http://absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=1185512</ref> The album was an immediate success reaching the [[College Music Journal|College Music Journal]] Billboard top 200 albums chart. It peaked at position 142 and was a top 20 add for the week of August 29, 2009.<ref>http://www.coloradomusicbuzz.com/Index.asp?LinkTo=G534</ref>
Speakeasy Tiger released its debut album ''The Public'' on July 11, 2009.<ref>{{cite web|first=User: the andyspecial (07/13/09)|title=Album Review: Speakeasy Tiger - The Public|url=http://absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=1185512|publisher=Absolutepunk.net|accessdate=23 July, 2010}}</ref> The album was an immediate success reaching the [[College Music Journal|College Music Journal]] Billboard top 200 albums chart. It peaked at position 142 and was a top 20 add for the week of August 29, 2009.<ref name="Colorado Music Buzz">{{cite web|url=http://www.coloradomusicbuzz.com/Index.asp?LinkTo=G534|title=Rock: Breaking through Streams: Speakeasy Tiger|last=Giesler|first=Steffanie|date=November 01, 2009|publisher=Colorado Music Buzz Magazine|accessdate=1 August 2010}}</ref>


In November of 2009, the group went back into the studio to remaster the single off ''The Public'' entitled '''''Oil Rising''''' at [[Blasting Room|The Blasting Room]] in [[Fort Collins, Colorado|Fort Collins, Colorado]] with producer '''Lee Miles'''. The single was released in April, 2010 shortly before the departure of vocalist Kyle Simmons.
In November of 2009, the group went back into the studio to remaster the single off ''The Public'' entitled '''''Oil Rising''''' at [[Blasting Room|The Blasting Room]] in [[Fort Collins, Colorado|Fort Collins, Colorado]] with producer '''Lee Miles'''. The single was released in April, 2010 shortly before the departure of vocalist Kyle Simmons.
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===Addition of Katrina Stone (2010-Present)===
===Addition of Katrina Stone (2010-Present)===


In May of 2010 after rumors of vocalist Kyle Simmons' struggles with other band mates the band revealed the vocalist's departure from the band.<ref>http://absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=1623742</ref> After canceling a string of tour dates, the group took a small hiatus to search for a new vocalist. In June of 2010 Speakeasy Tiger announced the addition of front woman Katrina Stone as an indefinite member while assuring they would not be canceling summer tour dates on The Vans Warped Tour.<ref name="DoubleDance"/>
In May of 2010 after rumors of vocalist Kyle Simmons' struggles with other band mates the band revealed the vocalist's departure from the band.<ref>{{cite web|last=Soloman|first=Blake (4/3/2010)|title=Speakeasy Tiger Need Vocalist|url=http://absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=1623742|publisher=Absolutepunk.net|accessdate=July 29, 2010}}</ref> After canceling a string of tour dates, the group took a small hiatus to search for a new vocalist. In June of 2010 Speakeasy Tiger announced the addition of front woman Katrina Stone as an indefinite member while assuring they would not be canceling summer tour dates on The Vans Warped Tour.<ref name="DoubleDance"/>


==Musical Style and Influences==
==Musical Style and Influences==
* Speakeasy Tiger blends a mix of several different genres together including [[American Rock|American Rock]], Pop, [[post-Brit Pop|Post-Britpop]], and [[Electro music|Electro]]. Band members have stated various musical influences including Freddie Mercury<ref>http://eventful.com/performers/speakeasy-tiger-/P0-001-000189063-0</ref>, Cyndi Lauper, BT, Coldplay, The Killers, and Jimmy Eat World.
* Speakeasy Tiger blends a mix of several different genres together including [[American Rock|American Rock]], Pop, [[post-Brit Pop|Post-Britpop]], and [[Electro music|Electro]]. Band members have stated various musical influences including Freddie Mercury<ref>{{cite web|title=Speakeasy Tiger Concert Schedule|url=http://eventful.com/performers/speakeasy-tiger-/P0-001-000189063-0|publisher=Eventful|accessdate=28 July, 2010}}</ref>, Cyndi Lauper, BT, Coldplay, The Killers, and Jimmy Eat World.
* Speakeasy Tiger has been hailed for its use of the ''Keytar'', an instrument which was popular in the early [[New Wave Music|1980's]].
* Speakeasy Tiger has been hailed for its use of the ''Keytar'', an instrument which was popular in the early [[New Wave Music|1980's]].
* Fans and critics have often compared the group to Muse<ref>http://www.ucdadvocate.com/2.1864/speakeasy-tiger-1.121591</ref>, The Killers<ref>http://blogs.westword.com/backbeat/2009/02/speakeasy_tiger_and_at05_at_15.php</ref>, Paramore<ref>http://absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=1170842</ref>, No Doubt<ref>http://youlistennow.tumblr.com/post/215990772/showtime-speakeasy-tiger-black-chariot</ref>, and Blondie<ref>http://absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=1185512</ref>
* Fans and critics have often compared the group to Muse<ref name="Laura Backlin (Feb. 18, 2009)">{{cite web|last=Backlin|first=Laura (Feb. 18, 2009)|title=Speakeasy Tiger|url=http://www.ucdadvocate.com/2.1864/speakeasy-tiger-1.121591|publisher=UCD Advocate|accessdate=27 July 2010}}</ref>, The Killers<ref>{{cite web|last=Otte|first=Jeff (Feb 16, 2009)|title=Speakeasy Tiger and ATO5 at 1515|url=http://blogs.westword.com/backbeat/2009/02/speakeasy_tiger_and_at05_at_15.php|publisher=Denver Westword|accessdate=July 28, 2010}}</ref>, Paramore<ref>{{cite web|last=Press|first=Garrett (7/7/2009)|title=Unsigned Showcase: Speakeasy Tiger|url=http://absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=1170842|publisher=Absolutepunk.net|accessdate=July 27, 2010}}</ref>, No Doubt<ref>{{cite web|first=You! Listen Now! (10/17/2009)|title=Showtime! Speakeasy Tiger and The Black Chariot|url=http://youlistennow.tumblr.com/post/215990772/showtime-speakeasy-tiger-black-chariot|publisher=Tumblr: Powered by Disqus|accessdate=1 August, 2010}}</ref>, and Blondie<ref>{{cite web|first=User: the andyspecial (07/13/09)|title=Album Review: Speakeasy Tiger - The Public|url=http://absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=1185512|publisher=Absolutepunk.net|accessdate=23 July, 2010}}</ref>
====Music with a Voice====
====Music with a Voice====
Speakeasy Tiger has decidedly added a purpose to their particular brand of music. Band members have stated that when writing music, they feel compelled to create music that manifests feelings love, compassion, and caring in listeners. The group has teamed with various non-profit organizations including '''Keep A Breast'''<ref>http://www.keep-a-breast.org/archives/2412</ref> and online blogs including '''Vans Girls Blog'''<ref>http://offthewallvansgirls.wordpress.com/2010/01/08/speakeasy-tiger/</ref> to promote a national sense of community through music.
Speakeasy Tiger has decidedly added a purpose to their particular brand of music. Band members have stated that when writing music, they feel compelled to create music that manifests feelings love, compassion, and caring in listeners. The group has teamed with various non-profit organizations including '''Keep A Breast'''<ref>{{cite web|first=(January 7, 2010)|title=Speakeasy Tiger ends 2009 with a bang for KAB|url=http://www.keep-a-breast.org/archives/2412|accessdate=July 23, 2010}}</ref> and online blogs including '''Vans Girls Blog'''<ref>http://offthewallvansgirls.wordpress.com/2010/01/08/speakeasy-tiger/</ref> to promote a national sense of community through music.


Drummer Lucas Gordon quotes:
Drummer Lucas Gordon quotes:

Revision as of 00:56, 6 August 2010

Speakeasy Tiger

Speakeasy Tiger is an American Pop band from Denver, Colorado.

Speakeasy Tiger was founded in 2008 by Kyle Simmons (vocals), Peter Schmidt (piano,synth,keytar) and Lauren Gale (bass). Shortly thereafter members Lucas Gordon (drums) and Tavis Alley (guitar) were recruited to finish the bands lineup.[1] In early 2010 vocalist Kyle Simmons left Speakeasy Tiger and was replaced by front woman Katrina Stone.[2]

History

Formation and Debut Album (2008-2010)

In the summer of 2008 original vocalist Kyle Simmons took her solo folk project Girl Named Kyle in a different direction, pairing with Peter Schmidt and Lauren Gale to form a backing band for her improvised compositions. Soon after the Denver based group changed its name to Speakeasy Tiger after making the decision to change genres of music from Folk to Pop.[3]

The name Speakeasy Tiger was derived as a satyrical play on the words Speakeasy and Blind Tiger, which individually are both slang for the reference of illegal establishments selling alcohol during the Prohibition period. Original vocalist Kyle Simmons is quoted saying:

The name Speakeasy Tiger is a sort of passive aggressive term. I think of 'Tiger' as aggressive and 'Speakeasy' as more passive. The combination of words suits the members of this band perfectly and the kind of impact we're trying to create.

— Kyle Simmons, [citation needed]

The group began looking for members to finish the line up in November of 2008. They found drummer Lucas Gordon hailing from Colorado Springs, Colorado having previously played in the Metalcore band The Murder Formula. Promptly after, guitarist Tavis Alley who attended Brigham Young University at the time, was recruited to the Mile High City to finish the line up after responding to a Facebook ad from the band looking for guitarists.[4]

Lucas Gordon comments on the change:

The change has been immense. We don’t recognize it all the time when we’re with each other most of each day, but when you step back to look at where Speakeasy Tiger started and the impact we’ve been able to make on the public in such a short time it’s one of the most fulfilling thoughts I can think of. That’s the reason why we make music- not only for our own lives but also to influence the lives of others.

— Lucas Gordon, [5]

Speakeasy Tiger released its debut album The Public on July 11, 2009.[6] The album was an immediate success reaching the College Music Journal Billboard top 200 albums chart. It peaked at position 142 and was a top 20 add for the week of August 29, 2009.[1]

In November of 2009, the group went back into the studio to remaster the single off The Public entitled Oil Rising at The Blasting Room in Fort Collins, Colorado with producer Lee Miles. The single was released in April, 2010 shortly before the departure of vocalist Kyle Simmons.

Addition of Katrina Stone (2010-Present)

In May of 2010 after rumors of vocalist Kyle Simmons' struggles with other band mates the band revealed the vocalist's departure from the band.[7] After canceling a string of tour dates, the group took a small hiatus to search for a new vocalist. In June of 2010 Speakeasy Tiger announced the addition of front woman Katrina Stone as an indefinite member while assuring they would not be canceling summer tour dates on The Vans Warped Tour.[5]

Musical Style and Influences

  • Speakeasy Tiger blends a mix of several different genres together including American Rock, Pop, Post-Britpop, and Electro. Band members have stated various musical influences including Freddie Mercury[8], Cyndi Lauper, BT, Coldplay, The Killers, and Jimmy Eat World.
  • Speakeasy Tiger has been hailed for its use of the Keytar, an instrument which was popular in the early 1980's.
  • Fans and critics have often compared the group to Muse[4], The Killers[9], Paramore[10], No Doubt[11], and Blondie[12]

Music with a Voice

Speakeasy Tiger has decidedly added a purpose to their particular brand of music. Band members have stated that when writing music, they feel compelled to create music that manifests feelings love, compassion, and caring in listeners. The group has teamed with various non-profit organizations including Keep A Breast[13] and online blogs including Vans Girls Blog[14] to promote a national sense of community through music.

Drummer Lucas Gordon quotes:

We make music we love.

With the people we love.

For the people we love.

— Lucas Gordon, [5]

Band Members

Current Members

  • Katrina Stone- Vocals (2010-Present)
  • Lucas Gordon- Drums (2008-Present)
  • Lauren Gale- Bass (2008-Present)
  • Tavis Alley- Guitar (2008-Present)
  • Peter Schmidt- Piano, Synth, Keytar (2008-Present)

Former Members

  • Kyle Simmons- Vocals (2008-2010)
  • Elliott Peters- Guitar (2008-2008)
  • Brett Peters- Drums (2008-2008)

Discography

  • The Sore Throat EP (2008)[15]
  • The Public (2009)
  • Oil Rising- single version (2010)
  • *Pending* 2010 EP- due winter 2010 [16]

Compilations

  • Alter the Press 2009 Compilation [17]
  • KKBB[18] Summer 2010 Compilation[19]

Tours and Festivals

  • Independently toured western United States September 2009[20]
  • Independently toured the Southern United States October 2009
  • Independently toured the midwestern United States November 2009 [21]
  • Monolith Music Festival 2009[22] *Monolith Festival 2009 Promo Video* [23]
  • Vans Warped Tour 2010 appearing on the Kia Kevin Says Stage[24]

Interviews and Press


References

  1. ^ a b Giesler, Steffanie (November 01, 2009). "Rock: Breaking through Streams: Speakeasy Tiger". Colorado Music Buzz Magazine. Retrieved 1 August 2010. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  2. ^ "Introducing Katrina Stone". Speakeasy Tiger LLC. Retrieved August 5, 2010. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help)
  3. ^ "Speakeasy Tiger". Denver Syntax Issue 17. Denver Syntax. Retrieved 28 July, 2010. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  4. ^ a b Backlin, Laura (Feb. 18, 2009). "Speakeasy Tiger". UCD Advocate. Retrieved 27 July 2010.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  5. ^ a b c Emmalee (26 Jun 2010). "You searched for speakeasy tiger. We've found something! Lucas and Katrina of Speakeasy Tiger Talk About Warped Tour, Vocalist Changes, and the Future of the Band". doubledance.ca. Retrieved 1 August 2010.
  6. ^ "Album Review: Speakeasy Tiger - The Public". Absolutepunk.net. Retrieved 23 July, 2010. {{cite web}}: |first= has generic name (help); |first= missing |last= (help); Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  7. ^ Soloman, Blake (4/3/2010). "Speakeasy Tiger Need Vocalist". Absolutepunk.net. Retrieved July 29, 2010.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  8. ^ "Speakeasy Tiger Concert Schedule". Eventful. Retrieved 28 July, 2010. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  9. ^ Otte, Jeff (Feb 16, 2009). "Speakeasy Tiger and ATO5 at 1515". Denver Westword. Retrieved July 28, 2010.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  10. ^ Press, Garrett (7/7/2009). "Unsigned Showcase: Speakeasy Tiger". Absolutepunk.net. Retrieved July 27, 2010.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  11. ^ "Showtime! Speakeasy Tiger and The Black Chariot". Tumblr: Powered by Disqus. Retrieved 1 August, 2010. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help); Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  12. ^ "Album Review: Speakeasy Tiger - The Public". Absolutepunk.net. Retrieved 23 July, 2010. {{cite web}}: |first= has generic name (help); |first= missing |last= (help); Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  13. ^ "Speakeasy Tiger ends 2009 with a bang for KAB". Retrieved July 23, 2010. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help)CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  14. ^ http://offthewallvansgirls.wordpress.com/2010/01/08/speakeasy-tiger/
  15. ^ http://racketmag.com/music/speakeasy-tiger-the-sore-throat-ep-cd-review/
  16. ^ http://doubledance.ca/?s=speakeasy+tiger
  17. ^ http://www.alterthepress.com/2009/08/free-download-alter-press-autumnwinter.html
  18. ^ http://kkbbapparel.com/
  19. ^ http://warped.speakeasytiger.com/features/news/page/2/
  20. ^ http://www.coloradomusicbuzz.com/Index.asp?LinkTo=G534
  21. ^ http://youlistennow.tumblr.com/post/215990772/showtime-speakeasy-tiger-black-chariot
  22. ^ http://www.somelovemusic.com/2009/09/monolith-music-festival-2009-wrap-up_2893.html
  23. ^ http://www.monolithfestival.com/
  24. ^ http://www.vanswarpedtour.com
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