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The Melismatics

Rank #3 Minneapolis, MN Alternative / Indie / Powerpop

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Members: Ryan Smith-Guitar/Vocals, Pony-Guitar/Keyboards/Vocals, Ron Caron-Drums, Mark Wade-Bass/Vocals

Sounds Like: Metric, The Wombats, MGMT, The Killers, The Strokes

Label: Pravda Records

Manager: Ryan Smith smirya@hotmail.com

Bio: The Melismatics' new album "MANIA!" was produced by Jon Auer of The Posies and Big Star, along with Ed Ackerson (Motion City Soundtrack, Golden Smog, The Replacements) and was mixed by John Fields (Jimmy Eat World, Rooney, Har Mar Superstar, etc). The LP was mastered at Sterling Sound in NYC by C... See Full Bio

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: May/June 2013 Newsletter: "Rising Tide" out 9-17, SXSW pics, and more..... #risingtide http://t.co/EP2UsPHpgh

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“While the band’s songs are quite good on record, they do not hold a candle to their live show. The Melismatics played St. Joe’s beloved rock bar like it was Wembley Stadium; their command of the stage is unmatched by anyone I’ve seen play the on The Vous’ stage, easily blowing away that next closest competitor. The Melismatics were a great live band and I was a huge dumbass for waiting so long to see it for myself. ”

— Danny Phillips, Tuning Fork TV

“Pick a song — Industry of Cool, Soul Sucker, Face to Face, Divided Devotions, the list goes on — and try not to love it.... All pop music should be this good........ I defy you to find a band that puts together a tighter set.”

— Jeremy Zucker, Indy Rock Live

"Those lucky enough to experience The Melismatics show at the Senate Jan. 15 walked away knowing that the future of indie rock is in good hands."

— Victor Reyes, Beyond The Fold (Pueblo, CO)

"Seek this band out. Trust me."

— The Daily News (Pittsburgh/Philadelphia)

“The Melismatics are just so palatable that even the most sour critic will have a tough time not becoming enamored with their irresistible brand of indie pop. These songs give Gaga a run for her money on sheer accessibility..... Single “Your Love Is A Poison,” is almost Katy Perry on steroids.... “Face To Face,” bears a resemblance to Superchunk.... ”

— David Musto, The Big Takeover

“Their latest release MANIA! has the quality to make them a huge commercial success. ...vocal hooks that make for a very addictive dance record. The Melismatics are now catching a fire with their latest release MANIA!”

— Kami-O Betzina, MplsMusic.com

"Listening to their new album, MANIA!, can be compared to taking part in a spelunking adventure where on the surface the song may seem ordinary, but it contains so many layers -- gems hidden amongst other gems."

— Youa Vang, Gimme Noise/City Pages

"The only thing wrong with The Melismatics is that I cannot find anything wrong with The Melismatics… I join an army of music critics across the nation waking up to the band’s charisma."

— Tim Manning, Telegraph Herald (Dubuque, IA)

"The Melismatics are an energy-laced rock band breaking ground but holding to the rock spirit, with a great sound, superb production values and wunderkind music writing skills."

— Bruce Rodgers, KC Active

"It’s the sum of all of its parts that gives The Melismatics their unique, tight-knit style"

— Justin De La Rosa, IQ (Albuquerque, NM)

“They remind us of a combination of a 21st-century Blondie and a room full of bouncy balls. The Melismatics have only been on the music scene for a few years, but have already garnered the attention of big-name producers and have been featured on a handful of MTV shows.”

— Flagstaff Live

“With edgy and energetic shows heating up with undiluted charisma and passion, Minneapolis-based rock band The Melismatics pioneer their way ahead with a dynamic, ever-shifting sonic landscape. While the band’s latest and fourth album, “The Acid Test,” touches in 80s new wave and post punk-influenced power pop realms, their sound is constantly growing.”

— Joshua Miller, Maximum Ink

"....arena-sized modern rock sound and songs."

— Billboard Magazine

"Acid Test" will be a good test for the post-conglomerate, MySpace-era music industry. The Melismatics have everything the fading corporate labels always used to want in bands -- a flashy stage show, a stylish look, lots of hook-laden songs and, of course, a record producer who's worked with other big-selling acts. Inquiring minds can't help but wonder how far a band like this one -- vs. some scruffy shoe-gazing indie-rock band -- can go in the do-it-yourself world.

— CHRIS RIEMENSCHNEIDER, Star Tribune

“Motivated... charismatic... Melismatic There's one guarantee: Whether The Melismatics are playing in front of thousands of music fans or a few guys in a bar, the band plays with the same passion. ”

— Shea Conner , News-Press Now

“Perhaps the most buzzed-about band at this year's festival, the Melismatics earned a vote-in slot at this year's Lollapalooza. The group's energetic, postpunk-informed rock tunes alternate male and female leads that occasionally hook up for impregnating harmonies. ”

— Richard Gintowt, The Pitch

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May 23

The Frequency
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Melody Inn Tavern
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glean
LOVE you guys- you're the only band that I don't mind beating our ass on here ;-) Also, have SUPER fun at the Melody Inn- played there 3 times during Lolly Pop, miss that ...
rdedmd
Can't wait for their new album and hopefully touring. Saw them at SXSW and they were awesome - example -http://youtu.be/bfV8YhC5g5Y - http://youtu.be/6q0xJ3ZBxHk
Blabpipe
Awesome music!! Happy New Year!
Carlos Wilde
Enjoyed listening to you. Happy Holidays and a great 2013
Together Alone
Nice tunes!
Wooden Robot
Really like the blend of the female and male voices with sick instrumentation behind it.