Scary Kids Scaring Kids
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Scary Kids Scaring Kids is an American post-hardcore band formed in Gilbert, Arizona in 2002. Their name comes from a song on Cap'n Jazz's album Analphabetapolothology.[1] The band - which originally comprised of vocalist Tyson Stevens, guitarists DJ Wilson and Chad Crawford, and drummer Peter Costa - recorded their debut EP, After Dark, whilst they were still in high school.[1] Since the re-release of After Dark in 2004, the band have toured with numerous bands, including The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Silverstein, Aiden, Chiodos, Funeral for a Friend, The Classic Crime, The Devil Wears Prada, Emery and Pierce the Veil. They also played part of the 2006 and 2007 Vans Warped Tour, and they have toured with Haste the Day in their "VS. Tour".
In 2007, they were a part of the Take Action Tour - a non-profit tour which raises money for suicide prevention and awareness - along with The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Emery, Kaddisfly and A Static Lullaby.[2]
The band released their first full-length album in 2005. Entitled The City Sleeps in Flames, it was recorded in five weeks and produced by Brian McTernan.[1] Their second, self-titled album was released on August 28, 2007.[3]
Pouyan Afkary spoke of the album saying, "We were so proud of this album that we had no other name for it. This is what Scary Kids is all about to this day."
In January, 2008, the band was awarded a Libby Award by Peta for Best Newcomers. SKSK received the award for their work in speaking up against KFC for Peta's 'I Am Not A Nugget' campaign.[4]
On May 18th, 2008, Scary Kids Scaring Kids will be performing in St. Louis as part of Pointfest, which will include twenty-eight other bands.
Members
- Tyson Stevens - vocals
- Pouyan Afkary - keyboards
- Chad Crawford - guitar, vocals
- DJ Wilson - bass
- Steve Kirby - guitar
- James Ethridge - drums
Discography
Albums & EPs
- After Dark EP (2003)
- The City Sleeps in Flames (2005)
- Scary Kids Scaring Kids (2007)
Compilations
- Music on the Brain Vol. 2
- Punk The Clock Vol. 2
- Masters of Horror Soundtrack
- Punk Goes '90s
- U.S. Cellular Emerging Artists Vol. 1
- Punk Goes Crunk
Singles
| Year | Title | Chart Positions | Album | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Hot 100 | US Modern Rock | US Mainstream Rock | |||
| 2005 | "The Only Medicine" | The City Sleeps In Flames | |||
| 2006 | "The City Sleeps In Flames" | The City Sleeps In Flames | |||
| 2006 | "My Darkest Hour" | The City Sleeps In Flames | |||
| 2007 | "Faces" | Scary Kids Scaring Kids | |||
| 2007 | "Snake Devil" | Scary Kids Scaring Kids | |||
| 2007 | "The Deep End" | Scary Kids Scaring Kids | |||
External links
- Scary Kids Scaring Kids official website
- Scary Kids Scaring Kids on Purevolume
- Template:MySpace
- Kids Scaring Kids Scary Kids Scaring Kids at AllMusic
- Interview with Pouyan
- Scary Kids Scaring Kids Interview February 7th, 2007 on DrivenFarOff.com
References
- ^ a b c Apar, Corey. "All Music Guide biography". All Music Guide. Retrieved 2007-12-23.
- ^ "Red Jumpsuit Apparatus / Emery / Scary Kids Scaring Kids / A Static Lullaby". Lawrence.com. 2007-01-05. Retrieved 2007-12-23.
- ^ "All Music Guide - Scary Kids Scaring Kids". All Music Guide. Retrieved 2007-12-23.
- ^ Undercover - Scary Kids Scaring Kids Awarded A Libby