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About The WMDs:
Formed in 2004 by singer/songwriter Brian Bauers and guitarist Jaime
Sturm, The WMDs blend timeless songwriting, string arrangements and
aggressive guitar work to underscore ambitious lyrics and catchy
hooks. The sound of The WMDs has been compared to Radiohead meets
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. The band’s line up is
completed by drummer Paul Amorese (Bacci, Hypnotic Clambake) and
bassist Mike Chiavaro (Lenka Dusilova, Spencer Day).
Their unique sound has caught on quickly with crowds throughout the
Northeast and recent years of touring and radio play have garnered the
band a loyal following in markets across the U.S. In addition to
original material, The WMDs aren’t afraid to mix it up. Covers
that range from Africa (Toto) to Jay-Z’s Hustler showcase the band’s
dexterity, and fearlessness to keep the crowds moving.
The WMDs cut their teeth on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, becoming
regulars at venues such as Piano’s, Rockwood Music Hall and the
legendary rooms CBGB’s and Luna Lounge – the Ludlow street crawl that
spawned The Strokes and Interpol.
The group’s first single, “New Amsterdam”, received several awards from
Garageband.com including Best Lyrics, Best Male Vocals and Track of the
Day over several weeks in 2005. This same single was also rated
“#1 Mix Most Requested” by 94.1 Las Vegas, “most notable new music” on
XM Radio, and is in rotation at KSMT (CO), WRLC (NJ), WSNU (PA), KRSX
(ID), WWCD (OH), KGNU (CO), and KCLA (CA).
Despite being in their twenties, the four have
impressive resumes:
Brian Bauers is an
award winning producer, vocalist and composer. His 2003 Nike
“Pull Up” campaign was declared the year’s “No. 1 Sound Design” by
Shoot Magazine. His resume also includes producing guitarist Kaki
King’s first album, “Everybody Loves You” (Epic), and playing keyboards
for reggae star Matisyahu. He has also contributed production,
songwriting and session work for names like Gavin Degraw, Akon, Jojo,
Nike, AOL, BlueFly, and BMW to name a few. More about Brian
Bauers Music Design can be found at
www.BrianBauers.com
Jaime Sturm has been playing guitar professionally in New York City for
10 years. He studied with jazz legend Dan Converse and also spent many
months under the guidance of experimental guitarist and songwriter
Chris Whitley. Along with co-writing and performing with The
WMDs, Jaime also performs with New York City groups Bacci, J.aims, and
Kirsten Dehaan Band. His guitar can be heard on several
recordings and television spots including commercials for Exxon-Mobile,
Kraft Foods and Sears.
Paul Amorese,
drummer and percussionist, has been on both WMDs albums. He has
toured the country with several acts including Hypnotic Clambake and
Bacci. With these acts he has shared the stage with artists such
as Wyclef Jean, John Mayer, Fishbone, John Entwhistle (The Who),
Jefferson Starship, Tommy Chong, Jesse McCartney and Joss
Stone. Along with touring, he also performs as a New York
session drummer for upcoming artists and commercials.
Mike Chiavaro is
the newest addition on bass. Mike graduated from Eastman
School of Music and has toured with many national acts. At
25 years old, his meticulous musicianship is reflected in his session
work at Sony Music with producers Phil Ramone (Paul Simon, Billy Joel),
Jack Douglas (Aerosmith, John Lennon) and international tours with
two-time Grammy award winning singer Lenka Dusilova.
Heading into the studio for work on their new album “We Are Waves”, The
WMDs teamed with Midtown Sound
Studios in NYC and producer John White (Chick Corea, DJ
Logic). The goal of the sessions was to develop the sound of the
band by pushing the creative envelope of each individual member, and
the new album showcases this band’s most ambitious material to date.
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