![]() ![]() In terms of personal experiences, “Jenny” is a song that was inspired by Jenny who struggles with bi-polar depression. Nothing more is influenced by a plethora of sources from personal experiences to philosophers to even filmmakers. The Four-Man Percussion SoloĪnother of their unique crowd-pleasers is the four-man drum solo that utilizes all the band’s members to play percussion instruments in a seemingly choreographed performance with the main drummer holding the rhythm. Soon Hawkins joins in with drums sticks to hammer away on the chords of the bass’ body. To push themselves further from the mainstream norm as well as draw the crowds in to see a unique show, Oliver made a metal stand for his bass called “The Bassinator.” During the show, Oliver places his bass in the stand, while he and Vollelunga start picking away on the fingerboard. In their performances, Nothing More is known for using DIY creations and well practiced feats to give their audience a unique experience. The band worked together to cut down the amount of songs into the 17-track album they now have as Nothing More. Within those 2 years, 40 songs were created. Several months after, Eleven Seven approached them. The band members moved in together and completed the album within two years. This time, they set their goal to “make a record that sounded as good as a major label release”. For nearly two years of rejection and hearing “no” from multiple labels, the band decided to work independently, again. Some time after the release of The Few Not Fleeting, the band searched for a label with the intention to make better music. Nothing More signed with Eleven Seven Music in 2014. Eleven Seven & Nothing More (2014-present) This dedication led them to scar their arm for each year they are on the road to serve as a visual reminder. He convinced them to start touring so with the DIY attitude they fixed up a broken down RV and hit the road. Daniel had an influence on everyone with the philosophy that requires risk and not have a plan B that leads to a way out. From the beginning, they put their heart and soul into the band, while they ignored the clamor of those around them to stay in school. Daniel Oliver later joined in at the end of high school. Jonny Hawkins was a drummer back in middle school when he met Mark Vollelunga after hearing him play his guitar at a church camp. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |