From Ashes to New
From Ashes to New | |
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 From Ashes to New at Rock in Park 2016 | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
| Genres | |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Labels | Eleven Seven, Better Noise |
| Members |
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| Past members |
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| Website | www |
From Ashes to New is an American rock band from Lancaster, Pennsylvania.[1] From Ashes to New is an amalgamation of members of defunct local bands in Lancaster. The band has received much critical acclaim in its infancy via social media outlets and satellite radio prior to releasing their self-titled EP via iTunes, Google Play Music and Amazon.
History
From Ashes to New was formed in 2013 by ex-members of several local bands in the Lancaster area of Pennsylvania. The band gained a strong following on social media outlets such as Facebook and Instagram before releasing their self-titled extended play in only a few months. In 2015, they released a second extended play, Downfall, as a taste of their debut album, set to be released in 2016.[2]
On January 7, 2016, the band released a new single titled Same Old Story. The debut of their newest album, Day One, released on February 26, 2016.[3]
On September 29, 2016, the band released a new single called "The Last Time" featuring Deuce.
Musical style and influences
From Ashes to New has been described as rap metal,[4][5] nu metal[6][7] and post-hardcore.[8] From Ashes to New's music features elements of genres such as alternative, punk, hard rock, heavy metal, hip-hop and electronica.[5][9][10][11]
The band's influences include Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, Korn, Skrillex, Sevendust, Breaking Benjamin, Eminem, DMX, Drag-On, Pantera, Glassjaw, Alexisonfire, Alice in Chains, Of Mice & Men, and Linkin Park.[12][13][14][15]
Band members
- Current line-up
- Matt Brandyberry - rapping, keyboards (2013–present), lead guitar (2013)
- Chris Musser - clean vocals (2013–present)
- Branden "Boo" Kreider - rhythm guitar, unclean vocals (2013–present)
- Tim D'onofrio - drums (2014–present)
- Lance Dowdle - lead guitar, backing vocals (2015–present)
- Former members
- Dan Kecki - lead guitar (2013–2015)
- Garrett Russell - bass (2013–2015)
- Jon-Mikel Valudes- drums (2013-2014)
- Touring members
- Mat Madiro – drums (2016)
Timeline
Discography
Studio albums
- Day One (2016) [#53 The Billboard 200]
Extended plays
- From Ashes to New (2013)
- Downfall (EP) (2015)
Singles
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Album | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Main. [16] |
US Rock | |||
| "My Fight" | 2013 | — | — | From Ashes to New EP |
| "I Will Show You" | 2014 | — | — | |
| "Downfall" | 2015 | — | — | Day One |
| "Through It All" | 6 | 41 | ||
| "Same Old Story" | 2016 | — | — | |
| "Lost and Alone" | 24 | — | ||
| "The Last Time" (feat. Deuce) | ||||
Music Videos
| Title | Year | Director | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Stay This Way" | 2013 | From Ashes to New (EP) | |
| "Through It All" | 2015 | Day One | |
| "Lost and Alone" | 2016 |
References
- ^ Jeffries, David. "From Ashes To New - iTunes (biography)". itunes.apple.com. Retrieved October 23, 2015.
- ^ Roques, Alice. "INTERVIEW: FROM ASHES TO NEW". Rock Revolt Magazine. Retrieved October 23, 2015.
- ^ "Day One". iTunes.
- ^ Jackie Cular (May 29, 2015). "All Access Q&A with From Ashes to New at Rock on the Range". All Access Music.
- ^ a b Tom Murphy (November 10, 2015). "From Ashes to New Turns Into a Real Band, Thanks to Social Media". Westword.
- ^ Sarah Murphy (February 19, 2016). "From Ashes to New 'Day One' (album stream)". Exclaim.ca.
- ^ Ken (November 13, 2015). "FROM ASHES TO NEW Release Music Video for "Through It All"". HighWire Daze.
- ^ Liz Ramanand (May 13, 2015). "Vamps Rock New York City With Like a Storm and From Ashes to New". Loudwire.
- ^ "INTERVIEW – MATT BRANDYBERRY OF FROM ASHES TO NEW". Cryptic Rock. April 13, 2015.
- ^ David Jeffries. "From Ashes to New | Biography & History". Allmusic.
- ^ Liz Ramanand (May 23, 2014). "Twelve Foot Ninja Kick Things Into High Gear in New York City". Loudwire.
- ^ Shawn Christ (April 8, 2015). "From Ashes to New's Chris Musser on 'Downfall' EP, Hollywood Undead and Rock on the Range 2015 [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]". Music Times.
- ^ Curt Miller (July 11, 2015). "The Mythical Phoenix Fully Embodied: An Exclusive Interview With FROM ASHES TO NEW". KNAC.COM.
- ^ Kelly Geist (January 18, 2016). "From Ashes to New Vocalist Matt Brandyberry". National Rock Review.
- ^ SethM (January 9, 2015). "Interview with From Ashes to New, a band you need the check out today!". ZTPMag.
- ^ "From Ashes to New". Billboard.com. Retrieved 29 December 2015.
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