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Wilson
OriginDetroit, Michigan, USA
GenresHard rock, alternative rock
Years active2010-present
LabelsSony RED
MembersChad Nicefield
Jason Spencer
Kyle Landry
James Lascu
Matt Puhy
Websitewww.wilsonpartyanimals.com

Wilson are a five-piece rock band from Detroit, Michigan.The band formed in 2010 when founding member Jason Spencer was attending Michigan State University.[1] Vocalist Chad Nicefield came into the picture in late 2010.[2][3] They have released two full studio albums: Full Blast Fuckery (2013)[4] and Right to Rise (2015).[5] The band also released an EP in 2010 named 'Standing On The Reel' under a different lineup, besides Jason Spencer. Wilson currently consists of Chad Nicefield (Vocals), Jason Spencer (Guitar), Kyle Landry (Guitar), James Lascu (Bass) and Matt Puhy (Drums).

Early Years - 'Full Blast Fuckery' (2013)

Wilson entered the studio in early 2013 to release what would be their first full studio album following 2010's EP 'Standing On The Reel'.[6] The album was co-produced, and engineered by Shane D. Grush & Steve Evetts, and mixed by Grant Mohrman & Steve Evetts with the album being released through Easy Killer Records in the USA, and New Damage Records in Canada.[7] Music videos were released in support of the album also, with single video releases for the songs: "College Gangbang", "Strictly Doods (Better Off), and "If You Ever Leave Me...") - with 'Better Off' seeing the band getting airtime and video plays over in the UK on Scuzz TV, Kerrang!, and Team Rock radio respectively.

Reviews for the album were met positively, with particular praise for the high energy and "balls-out nature" of the album. Greg Kennelty of Metal Injection wrote that "In short, Full Blast Fuckery is the album you put on when everyone's at the party and you've opened the first twenty-something beers with every intention of destroying the place".[8]

In support of the album, the band spent the majority of 2013 and 2014 on the road across the US with artists such as Gwar, Jason Newsted, Scorpion Child and The Greenery.[9]

The band also released 'Full Blast Fuckery' in the UK on July 7, 2014 with the first ever vinyl record releases of the album.[10]

'Right To Rise' (2015)

In early 2015, Wilson took some time off the road to head back to the studio in preparation for the recording of their second album.

Upon the album's completion, Wilson headed over to the UK and mainland Europe in March for their first ever tour of these parts in support of Halestorm alongside Nothingmore and The Fallen State (on limited dates). During this time, the band released their first song from the upcoming album 'Right To Rise' with the song 'Hang With The Devil'.[11] Alongside this information, the band also announced that they had signed a record deal with Razor & Tie Records with the new album being released on June 29, 2015.[12]

In support of Right To Rise, Wilson embarked on their first ever headline UK tour in early 2016, with Devon-based Reigning Days [13] as their support.[14]

In September 2016, the band featured on the cover CD of Metal Hammer's 30 year anniversary issue, with a worldwide exclusive cover of Rage Against The Machine's "Sleep Now In The Fire". [15]

'Tasty Nasty' (2018-present)

In May of 2018, Wilson performed at Rock On The Range festival in Columbus, Ohio with a new look and appearance, debuting previously unreleased material. Following this show, the band [16] announced the details of their long awaited third album, 'Tasty Nasty' to be released August 24th, [17] produced by both the band alongside Scott Stevens (Sixx A.M, Papa Roach, Nothingmore). The release also sees the band separate from Razor and Tie, with the release instead coming via Sony RED music. In an interview with Blabbermouth, frontman Chad Nicefield spoke of the stylistic changes in the upcoming release, stating "I just kind of realized who we are as people and our DNA was that of a bunch of lovable, silly dudes, that love to make music." [18] The announcement also coincided with the release of the first single from the album, 'Like A Baller', accompanied with a music video produced and directed by Raymond Rivard and lead singer, Chad Nicefield. The song has been dubbed as a "reflective introspection” of the adventures of a parking valet as he travels the journey of life. [19] The band also embarked upon a tour in support of Theory Of A Deadman across the summer, along with some festival appearances including Rock Fest. During this tour, the band released two new singles from the upcoming album, titled 'Dumptruck' and 'Fuck Up My High'[20] respectively.[21]

Discography

Studio albums
  • Full Blast Fuckery (2013)
  • Right To Rise (2015)
  • Tasty Nasty (2018)
Extended plays
  • Standing On The Reel EP (2010)

Singles

Band members

Current Lineup

Current band members are:

  • Chad Nicefield - Vocals
  • Jason Spencer - Lead Guitar
  • Kyle Landry - Guitar, Vocals
  • James Lascu - Bass, Vocals
  • Matt Puhy - Drums

References

  1. ^ "Wilson".
  2. ^ "MUST WATCH: Wilson – "Give 'Em Hell" music video". February 22, 2016. Retrieved June 25, 2016.
  3. ^ Kelly Frazier Detroit Music Advocate, Host of Fresh Is The Word Podcast (September 24, 2015). "Detroit Hard Rock Band Wilson Represents the Working Man While Always Bringing the Party". Retrieved June 25, 2016.
  4. ^ "ALBUM REVIEW: WILSON - FULL BLAST FUCKERY". June 12, 2013. Retrieved June 25, 2016.
  5. ^ "Wilson – Right To Rise - Metal Assault: Album Reviews". Retrieved June 25, 2016.
  6. ^ "REVIEW: Wilson – Full Blast Fuckery". 16 July 2013.
  7. ^ "Full Blast Fuckery, by Wilson".
  8. ^ "Quick Review: WILSON Full Blast Fuckery - Metal Injection". 20 June 2013.
  9. ^ "Wilson Gigography, Tour History & Past Concerts – Songkick".
  10. ^ "Wilson Reveal New Album, Full Blast Fuckery - Kerrang!". 9 May 2014.
  11. ^ "Wilson Stream New Album, Right To Rise, In Full - Kerrang!". 29 June 2015.
  12. ^ "DETROIT ROCKERS WILSON TO UNLEASH NEW ALBUM RIGHT TO RISE ON JUNE 29 : Razor & Tie".
  13. ^ "Reigning Days reveal video for 'Renegade' + UK tour supporting Wilson - PlanetMosh". 25 January 2016.
  14. ^ "Wilson confirm 2016 UK tour". 30 November 2015.
  15. ^ "KORN Covers FAITH NO MORE, ASKING ALEXANDRIA Covers SLIPKNOT On METAL HAMMER's 'Decades Of Destruction' CD". 8 September 2016.
  16. ^ https://www.facebook.com/wilsonparties/photos/a.10151831728634719.1073741829.41741119718/10156352849429719/?type=3&theater
  17. ^ https://www.facebook.com/wilsonparties/photos/p.10156422700754719/10156422700754719/?type=1&theater
  18. ^ http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/wilson-to-release-tasty-nasty-album-in-august/
  19. ^ http://momentsinsound.com/wilson-release-video-for-like-a-baller-plus-new-album-details/
  20. ^ http://acronymofficial.com/wilson-debuts-new-audio-for-fuck-up-my-high/
  21. ^ https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/rock/8467382/wilson-dumptruck-video-premiere
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