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Every once and awhile you come across a refreshing piece of music that leaves you asking what does this sound like? Have I heard this before? And then you realize, you haven’t and it is something completely new and exciting for music. Allow Stereo Therapy to introduce you to Braidedveins, the band includes members Jono Diener from the Swellers on drums, Stephen Wisniewski of Empty Orchstra on Vocals and also features members of Kid Brother Collective and other Flint bands.  We can all either be bummed out about the Swellers breakup, or we can all get excited that Braidedveins will get the exposure they deserve. The album Future/Forever opens with a track “Watch Carefully” a track that I believe sets the tone for the entire album. The drums on the opening track prepare you for the chaos that is about to ensue and sink in your ears.

This album could easily be the go to album for that drive on the highway, that long run or that bad day you had and you’re looking for something to get our your frustration.One of the standout tracks “The Nature Cruise Of The Century!” instantly grabs your attention and makes you hit the repeat button. This song in particular really allows you to want to air punch in the best possible way just for the hell of it. This album with each track presented is fun, energetic, and something completely needed in music right now. Midwest music will always be loud, energetic, and in your face and Braidedveins definitely fits the mold, but also adds a refreshing twist to the Midwest scene. The guitars on this album stand toe to toe with the vocals and in an intricate way create this overall masterpiece that is sure to become a staple in basements throughout the Midwest.

Bottom line: Braidedveins is a fresh slice in the ever-changing music scene. Just when you thought you have heard it all, or couldn’t find something new, Braided Veins gives you that something extra you needed. It is exciting to hear a band like Braided Veins release an album like this in a time when either you get bored or you don’t even bother with an album because it all sounds the same. When I hear Future/Forever I am transported to a time when back in the day the 16 year old me would be in a packed basement with strangers hearing this chaotic and cohesive music and feel like I have the hidden gem that others are looking for.

Check out Braidedveins here:https://www.facebook.com/BraidedVeins

http://www.braidedveinsmi.tumblr.com/

Remember the days of seeing musicians who created music just to create music? Finding a band with no gimmicks, egos, or sense of entitlement can be rare when being introduced to a new artist the music scene, but the band Hampshire is offering a refreshing light to the ever-changing music scene anatomy.  Hampshire is a band who prides themselves on making music that is genuine and 100% about the music. The band is currently on tour with Pity Sex, Tigers Jaw, and Loose Planes, but Teddy Roberts was kind enough to chat with us about covering The Get Up Kids, the upcoming 7’’ being released, and how Slipknot is a future bucket list tour mate! 

Stereo Therapy: Currently you are on tour with Tigers Jaw and Pity Sex with your project Loose Planes, how is that going so far? Teddy: The tour has been great so far, especially with the first two nights being sold out. It's awesome to see so many people at these shows singing the words and buying shit. Also, Tigers Jaw is an amazing band and their new record is phenomenal so I'm not surprised these headlining shows are kicking ass. If you really want that behind the scenes shit though I'm currently on the way to Brooklyn drinking an iced latte catching a vibe with my rocker boy Kyle.  Stereo Therapy: Being involved in multiple projects for you doesn't seem to phase your ability to release quality music, what is the most challenging part of having multiple projects? Teddy:Thank you for the kind words. I don't really have any complaints about being in multiple projects. It definitely makes things more interesting and keeps me busy. There are obviously some scheduling difficulties especially when preparing for tours, but I'm playing music so I shouldn't be complaining in the first place. I'm getting to travel and play a lot more shows than I ever imagined. Also, whenever I'm in the mood to start playing in a band that's heavily Creed influenced I'll just add that to the list.  Stereo Therapy: Earlier this year, you released a cover of the Get Up Kids song "Shorty". Would you say that band has influenced your music you create and were able to add your own personal spin to the song and make it your own? Teddy:We all love The Get Up Kids. That band was a huge influence on us since day one, so when we got the offer to be a part of the tribute record it was a very cool feeling. As far as covers go in my opinion, I love fucking around with the song and making it your own. If you're just going to cover it as is, then just listen to the original. We added a spin on it for sure, not sure if anyone likes it, but we do.  Stereo Therapy: What can fans expect from the upcoming 7' that will be released later this summer via Save Your Generation Records? Teddy: Lots of rock and lots of gigs. Tony who runs Save Your Generation is one of the coolest guys we know and we couldn't be more excited to be a part of such an awesome label. Stereo Therapy: How do you feel about DIY with music? Do you feel a lot of artists are reverting back to the diy mindset these days in the music industry? Teddy:With any creative outlet, if you want to push something very hard and reach larger audiences you don't have a choice but to do it all yourself unless your parents are rich and you know some guys in Nashville (not 100% accurate). As far as the second question, in my opinion "diy" doesn't exist in the music industry because it's the music industry. In my second personal and unnecessary opinion, if you like playing in bands and writing songs and playing shows then have some fucking fun doing it. Stereo Therapy: As a band, Hampshire prides itself on just creating music for the love of music, do you feel that gets lost with some up and coming bands? Teddy: Definitely. First priority is always have fun and write music you believe in. Second priority for us is to save up in the band fund to buy weekly facebook promotion and new likes. It seems to be working out really well. Stereo Therapy:Hampshire's latest Ep Two Trains is on bandcamp and that seems to be a pretty popular outlet for bands to get their music out, do you feel sites like that are useful for artists to get the attention of potential fans? Teddy:For sure. Bandcamp is awesome and especially helps in the promotional aspect of your record. You can see where people are actually buying your record and where they heard of it. Lots of useful information that can be used to route tours and market better PR campaigns and stuff like that. Stereo Therapy: What's next for Hampshire? Teddy:Save Your Generation records has some cool stuff planned for us this summer. More details on that should be announced soon. Aside from that, we/re working on locking up a couple more tours and just playing to new people. Stereo Therapy:What would be your bucket list band to play a show with if you could? Teddy:Slipknot hands down.  Stereo Therapy: What has been your most memorable moment so far playing music? Teddy:Personally seeing how Hampshire songs have affected peoples lives really is the most gratifying experience for myself. Knowing that these songs we put out have had a positive effect on someones life is really enough for me.  Thanks for all the kind words and interest in Hampshire! Very much appreciated.

Check out Hampshire on these fine outlets:

 Listen and love it here ---http://hampshire2.bandcamp.com/

https://saveyourgenerationrecords.bandcamp.com/track/shorty

http://hampshiremusic.tumblr.com/

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