Mark Your Calendar: Dame-Nation 2011

Have you circled July 29, 2011 on your calendar in red twice?  If not, mark your calendar to attend Dame-Nation 2011 in Chicago.  Dame-Nation features nine female-fronted rock and metal bands, plus an an afterparty that will rage until the wee hours of the morning (guest DJ’d by the Chicago Women of Metal).  If that is not enough incentive, Unleash the Furies and Dame-Nation have teamed up to give away a 25-track compilation download album to every ticketed attendee.

Where else are you going to see Lindz Riot (from Mary and the Black Lamb), Shield of Wings, The Unvoiced, Avariel, Deadmanswake, Angelical Tears, A Sound of Thunder, Solarsphere and Losing Scarlet all on one stage?

When:  Friday, July 29th — 5:00 p.m. until they throw us out

Where: Reggie’s Rock Club, 2109 South State St, Chicago, IL 60616

Tickets: $20 at the door; contact your favorite band about discounted pre-show tickets

See you there!   ~Robin

About the bands: 

Lindz Riot of Mary and the Black Lamb (Oshawa, Ontario, Canada): Mary and the Black Lamb is the brainchild of Lindz Riot and Nixon Cutz, Mary and the Black Lamb began as a recording project that flourished into an up-and-coming live music group with the addition of Jordan Caverly, Kyle Cullen, and Scott Brindley. With their ability to combine the hooks and dance-ability of pop music with hard hitting power of metal Mary and the Black Lamb use their fable-driven imagery to challenge the notion of “childlike innocence”.

Shield of Wings (Chicago, IL):  Based out of the Chicagoland area, Shield of Wings is a symphonic metal band comprised of four members – Grace Meridan, James Gregor, Patrick Eulitz and Jeff Olsem. Over the years, the band lineup has changed, developing its own unique methods of writing, musical direction, and style.  Although the band has evolved through its members’ progressing abilities and imaginations, the music’s essence has remained true and embedded deep within the lyrics.

The Unvoiced (Montreal, Quebec, Canada):  The Unvoiced comes from the collaboration of the two founding members, Julien B. and Amélie G. Joined by Lucas P. as the second guitarist and soon after by Cédric A. and François D. as drummer and bass player. The band is complete around March and April 2007. In the following weeks and months, the practices and jams bring the creation of new songs to life.  The Unvoiced is ready to record their second album in 2011.  

Avariel (Boston, MA):  Bold and dynamic, Avariel is Boston’s Symphonic Metal experience.  Avariel brings forth an original sound derived from both American and European metal influences, united with a distinct classical element and soaring female vocals. Dedicated to producing music that balances accessibility with creativity, and melody with aggression, Avariel has spent the last six years putting together a skilled lineup and refining a powerful sound.

Deadmanswake (Downers Grove, IL):  DEADMANSWAKE is a five-piece music machine with JP Soule and Josh Barker trading leads and rhythms on the front line.  Troll proves that the bass isn’t something to be shoved into the background with brilliant and talented grooves sure to keep you moving.  Topped off with Kryssie Ridolfi’s bluesy-yet-rock’n'roll vocal styles, DMW promises to rock your face while you sing along.  Recently seen opening for In This Moment, with their debut album “It Comes To This” flying off the shelves and a tour in the works, DMW  is about to show the world what the Chicago music scene really has to offer.

Angelical Tears (Oklahoma City, OK):  Since forming in October of 2006, Angelical Tears has stood as a unique musical voice in the Oklahoma music scene. The band’s sound is heavy but melodic. These elements all combine to create a metal sound with strong symphonic Goth elements. The combination of the vocals of Julia, pounding bass of Glenn, heavy guitars of Steven, thundering drums of Jeremy ‘JC’ Clifton, and the melodic keyboards of Robby Ray, give Angelical Tears a style and sound that sets them apart from their peers in the Oklahoma music scene.

A Sound of Thunder (Washington DC):  A Sound of Thunder is a Washington DC based, female fronted heavy metal band. Their four piece band consists of Josh Schwartz on guitar, Nina Osegueda on vocals, Jesse Keen on bass, and Chris Haren on drums. A Sound of Thunder conquers metal realms ranging from ’70s blues-based proto-metal a la Black Sabbath and early Judas Priest, to triumphant modern power metal a la Hammerfall and Primal Fear. Soaring vocals, incendiary instrumentals, and classic songs combine to form an unrelenting, unapologetic slab of metal to stand the test of time.

Solarsphere (Chicago, IL):  Solarsphere is a modern hard rock band from the Midwest United States with multiple influences ranging from metal to classical. The band’s sound includes a blend of aggressive guitars overlaid with melodic keyboards, and supported by a solid rhythmic foundation. The concept of the name is a fancy name for the sun and that something with so much light and energy can exist with darkness surrounding it is fascinating, much like life in general.

Losing Scarlet (Chicago, IL):  Losing Scarlet was formed in late 2007. Within three months, Losing Scarlet had written and recorded a six song demo and performed several shows. They were very well received and have steadily been building a fan base ever since. Losing Scarlet’s fan base is as diverse as how the band came to be. Fans range from pre-teen rockers to empty-nesters that enjoy original in your face rock and roll. 2008 was an opportunity to for the band to get to know each other musically and personally and to rehearse into a tight-knit group.

 

For more information please visit:  www.Dame-Nation.com, www.facebook.com/DameNation1, or www.DeadcenterEntertainment.com