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We The Sea Lions

Rank #6 Fort Worth, TX Alternative / Indie / Alt.Country

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Members: Trevor Maher; Jonathan Badillo; Brian McKittrick; Joshua Badillo; Benjamin Rodriguez

Sounds Like: The White Stripes, Kings Of Leon, The Toadies, Weezer, Radiohead

Label: Blackbox Presents

Bio: Linked by an ethos more than just a musical approach, We the Sea Lions bring together a wide range of styles. Their hard-edged bass lines, melodic and dreamy guitar parts, smooth and precise drum beats, plus driving keys and stripped down vocals make them a versatile faction of rocking power.

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: We are nominated for 3 awards this year. Please vote for us! http://t.co/cQ8ygEmIks #indierock #texasindierock #texasrock #wethesealions

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“Fort Worth quintet We the Sea Lions impresses mightily with its debut. Joshua Badillo, Brian McKittrick, Jonathan Badillo, Trevor Maher and Ben Rodriguez manage to mix crushing guitars, soaring vocals and a heavy rock sensibility with shoegaze atmospherics. Aided by Grammy-winning producer/engineer Stuart Sikes, We the Sea Lions -- self-described "indie do-it-yourselfers" -- and, by extension, Consequence in Sequence, toggle between toughness and tenderness. Tracks like Wasting Time feel epic and pummeling, while the shimmering Wild River could almost pass for a New Order outtake. A terrific record, and a band to keep close tabs on.”

— Preston James, dfw.com

“Wild River” by We The Sea Lions: With a gorgeous, heart-wrenching chorus and steely hook sung by frontman Jon Badillo in his sumptuous, yawning baritone, this song off the band’s auspicious self-titled debut rattles and hums, a delirious blend of early R.E.M. and U2. Amazing and electrifying.”

— Anthony Mariani, Fort Worth Weekly

"The band has just released a stellar debut album... Produced by Dallas’ Stuart Sikes (The White Stripes, Modest Mouse, Cat Power), "Consequence in Sequence" is simple yet complex, sturdy yet brittle. The songs unwind in logical fashion and catchy, crunchy riffs abound, with the occasional country-tinged passage. The melodies, though, are subtle and intricate, emphasizing Badillo’s deeply personal lyrics..."

— Anthony Mariani, Fort Worth Weekly

"With evocative tunes that cascade in sonic layers, the record ("Consequence in Sequence") is full of epic tunes with entrancing gravity. There's a sense of post-rock musicality crossed with nascent ois-punk intensity, the fragments swirling off into luxuriant radiance."

— Lyle Brooks, FortLive.com

“These guys have a pretty wet but hard-edged vibe to them. The guitars were effective, providing structure and kind of a sea-wall of sound. If you're looking for flashy, cheesy guitar solos, this isn't that band, but if you want to hear some genuine songwriting skills you won't be disappointed.”

— Steve Watkins, www.dfw.com

“...it was probably the most hotly contested New Artist (award) race ever, with nine nominees. Sparkling indie-rockers We the Sea Lions came out on top.”

— Anthony Mariani, Fort Worth Weekly

“...We the Sea Lions, a band whose music we refer to, advisedly, as indie-pop brilliance.”

— Matthew McGowan, Fort Worth Weekly

“They’re described as an indie rock band spiced with some hard rock essence, good ole country heart and a pop sensibility, all adequately displayed on their 2011 debut EP For Now.”

— Tiney, dfDubReport

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Fort Worths 2013 Arts Goggle!!! 5 Stages/open streets in the Fairmount district on Magnolia St & Park Place!!! 25 Bands/Booths/Arts-Crafts/Eats!!! Our stage is at J&N Auto located @ (1600 Park Place Ave, Ft.Wth TX 76110) Lindby @430 Sean Russell @530 Walker and the Texas Dangers @630 We the Sea Lions @730 Neptune Locals @830
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Very cool sound, guys. This is some of the best stuff on RN. "What Jesus Said..." is a very original track with great guitar layers and melodies. Let's play a show toget...