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0 Canadian Video Game Rock Nerds DOUBLE EXPERIENCE Announce USA ‘Smells Like Freedom’ Tour (VA,NC,AL,FL,TX,KS,MO,IL)
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Canadian Video Game Rock Nerds DOUBLE EXPERIENCE Announce USA ‘Smells Like Freedom’ Tour (VA,NC,AL,FL,TX,KS,MO,IL)
L-R – Ian Nichols (Vocals) | Tim Kealey (Bass) | Kenny Saunders (Drums) | Brock Tinsley (Guitars) | Photo Credit – Vicky Kao
Recently wrapping up their ‘Rated M For MaTour’ that included a showcase at this year’s Canadian Music Week to add their 500+ shows and collection of over 100,000 miles during their multiple past tours across Canada, the UK, and the States. Ottawa, ON video game rock nerds Double Experience are taking no time to hit the road again and going South to the USA for their ‘Smells Like Freedom Tour’ this June, which includes performances at Pegasus Records Store in Florence, AL and video game stores Game Over in Houston, TX and Austin, TX.
“Though this won’t be our first time touring in the USA, each show we booked was in a city or state we have never played before. We’ve already compiled another list of dream locations to visit based on the Food Network, too.” comments bassist Tim Kealey.
The band is gearing up for the August 1st release of their forthcoming album ‘721835′ recorded by fellow science-fiction aficionado Al Jacob (He is Legend, A Skylit Drive) in North Carolina. A curious collection of songs that are inspired by everything the band loves and considers nerdy, the album showcases a creative sound influenced by geeky comic books, trading cards, classic 8 bits games to today’s future 3D experiences to follow up their 2011 EP ‘One Big Quicksand’ recorded and produced by Jayson DeZuzio (Coheed and Cambria, My Chemical Romance) that was released via Blue Sapphire/Universal Music Canada.
The band’s first music video ‘Who The Hell?’ in support of their album ‘721835′ can be viewed at the following link: http://youtu.be/_64hxwk42cc
‘Smells Like Freedom’ Tour Dates:
June 13 – Chesapeake, VA @ Roger’s
June 14 – Chapel Hill, NC @ Chapel Hill Underground
June 19 – Florence, AL @ Pegasus Garage Records Tapes & CDs, Comics
June 20 – Pensacola, FL @ The Handlebar
June 22 – Houston, TX @ Game Over (2pm)
June 22 – Austin, TX @ Headhunters
June 23 – Austin, TX @ Game Over (Acoustic In Store 6PM (FREE!))
June 24 – Austin, TX @ Game Over (North) Full band in-store 7PM (FREE!)
June 27 – Wichita, KS @ John Barleycorn’s Bar
June 28 – Overland, MO @ Just Bill’s Place
June 30 – Chicago, IL @ The Elbo Room
Track Listing: 721835
1. Gambit [Video]
2. Strange Acquaintance [Lyric Video]
3. Horror Beyond Imagination [Lyric Video]
4. Wolf in the Ewe [Lyric Video]
5. Congratulations on Second Place
6. Here’s Y
7. Thumbsucker
8. Destiny Chile
9. Who the Hell?
For more info, please visit the following links:
http://www.facebook.com/doubleexperience
http://www.twitter.com/2xExperience
http://www.youtube.com/colfaxrock
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0 Video Game Rock Nerds DOUBLE EXPERIENCE @ Canadian Music Week (May 10); Announce Ontario ‘Rated M For MaTOUR’
ALBUM PROMOS FOR MEDIA COVERAGE (ex. feature, interview, album review, airplay, etc.) CAN BE REQUESTED HERE
RIYL = Fall Out Boy, He is Legend, Queens of the Stone Age
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Video Game Rock Nerds DOUBLE EXPERIENCE @ Canadian Music Week (May 10); Announce Ontario ‘Rated M For MaTOUR’
L-R – Ian Nichols (Vocals) | Tim Kealey (Bass) | Kenny Saunders (Drums) | Brock Tinsley (Guitars) | Photo Credit – Vicky Kao
Ottawa, ON video game rock nerds Double Experience are proud to announce they will be performing at this year’s Canadian Music Week on May 10th in Toronto, ON as part of their Ontario show dates for their ‘Rated M For MaTOUR’.
“We’re excited to take in everything CMW has to offer, considering it’s our first time being a part of the festival. Our goal is to make as many friends as our livers will allow and generally just confirm the stories we’ve heard so much about this festival as emerging Canadian musicians.” comments guitarist Brock Tinsley.
CMW Event Details:
| May 10 – Toronto, ON @ Hard Luck Bar (CMW Showcase) |
| Set Time – Double Experience = 10PM-10:40 PM – Cover $10 |
| https://www.facebook.com/events/219236088286173/ |
| Zoo Harmonics – 8:00PM FRIDAY NIGHT TREND – 9:00PM Double Experience – 10:00PM KodessA – 11:00PM Burning The Day – 12:00AM |
The band is gearing up for the summer release of their forthcoming album ‘721835′ on August 1st to follow up their 2011 EP ‘One Big Quicksand’. The band’s first music video in support of the album ‘Who The Hell?’ can be viewed at the following link: http://youtu.be/_64hxwk42cc
CONTEST ALERT: Want to win a signed poster, a copy of DE’s album, and new, custom guitar picks from Tim and Brock? http://doubleexperience.tumblr.com/post/81892617208/experience-points-1e04
On select tour dates (see below **), fans will be given a ballot upon entry to a DE show. Throughout the night, there will be code words announced before/during each band’s set, and if fans can write down all the code words said that night, they could win the above mentioned prizes at DE’s merch table, where DE will select a winner at random after their set.
Not only is this a cool way to encourage fans to check out the local talent, but DE has always been in the business of delivering the goods to their devoted fans.
But the good times don’t end after that particular show; at the end of tour, DE will draw from one of the qualifying ballots collected over the entire tour and that person will win a free t-shirt! Say whaaaaaat, right? Follow us the band on instagram @DoubleExperience and they will do the deed on video for maximum legitimacy and suspense.
Make an evening out of a Double Experience show, get some sweet prizes – for free!
Tour Dates:
April:
April 26 – North Bay, ON @ Granite Club **
April 27 – Newmarket, ON @ The Jam Spot **
April 28 – London, ON @ The APK
May:
May 2 – Windsor, ON @ Villains Beastro
May 3 – Chatham-Kent, ON @ Mc B’s **
May 10 – Toronto, ON @ Hard Luck Bar (Canadian Music Week Showcase)
May 30 – Ottawa, ON @ Zaphod Beeblebrox
About:
Successfully performing 500+ shows and collecting over 100,000 miles during their multiple tours across Canada, the UK, and once in the States, Double Experience offers a no-frills, no prisoners, no holds-barred live show that has music nerds wanting more.
The band’s upcoming album, ‘721835′ was recorded by fellow science-fiction aficionado Al Jacob (He is Legend, A Skylit Drive) in North Carolina and is a curious collection of songs that demand to be heard. Inspired by everything the band loves and considers nerdy, this release showcases a creative sound influenced by geeky comic books, trading cards, classic 8 bits games to today’s future 3D experiences.
Their 2011 debut album, ‘One Big Quicksand’ was recorded and produced by up-and-comer Jayson DeZuzio (Coheed and Cambria, My Chemical Romance) and was released via Blue Sapphire/Universal Music Canada.
Track Listing: 721835
1. Gambit [Video]
2. Strange Acquaintance [Lyric Video]
3. Horror Beyond Imagination [Lyric Video]
4. Wolf in the Ewe [Lyric Video]
5. Congratulations on Second Place
6. Here’s Y
7. Thumbsucker
8. Destiny Chile
9. Who the Hell?
For more info, please visit the following links:
http://www.facebook.com/doubleexperience
http://www.twitter.com/2xExperience
http://www.youtube.com/colfaxrock
0 Video Game Rock Nerds DOUBLE EXPERIENCE Announce Ontario ‘Rated M For MaTOUR’
ALBUM PROMOS FOR MEDIA COVERAGE (ex. feature, interview, album review, airplay, etc.) CAN BE REQUESTED HERE
RIYL = Fall Out Boy, He is Legend, Queens of the Stone Age
Tour Dates | 2xXP.com | Facebook | Twittter | Soundcloud
Youtube | CBC Radio 3 | Tumblr | Instagram
Official Merch Store | Bandcamp | iTunes
Video Game Rock Nerds DOUBLE EXPERIENCE Announce Ontario ‘Rated M For MaTOUR’
L-R – Ian Nichols (Vocals) | Tim Kealey (Bass) | Kenny Saunders (Drums) | Brock Tinsley (Guitars) | Photo Credit – Vicky Kao
Ottawa, ON video game rock nerds Double Experience are proud to announce Ontario show dates for the month of April and May for their ‘Rated M For MaTOUR’ that will include a performance at this year’s Canadian Music Week on May 10th in Toronto, ON.
“Ever since we completed the new record last summer, we toured extensively overseas and got tons footage for the new single in the process. For this spring tour, we really wanted to focus on our home province of Ontario and visit cities that we haven’t been to in almost a year. To make it even more special, we will be bringing the very first copies of our brand new album along with us as a tour-exclusive for our fans to get their hands on before the official release later this year.” comments vocalist Ian Nichols.
The band is gearing up for the summer release of their forthcoming album ‘721835′ on August 1st to follow up their 2011 EP ‘One Big Quicksand’. The band’s first music video in support of the album ‘Who The Hell?’ can be viewed at the following link: http://youtu.be/_64hxwk42cc
Tour Dates:
April:
April 22 – Cobourg, ON @ Columbus Centre
April 23 – Peterborough, ON @ Legendary Red Dog
April 24 – Barrie, ON @ The D.I.Y.
April 26 – North Bay, ON @ Granite Club
April 27 – Newmarket, ON @ The Jam Spot
April 28 – London, ON @ The APK
May:
May 2 – Windsor, ON @ Villains Beastro
May 3 – Chatham-Kent, ON @ Mc B’s
May 10 – Toronto, ON @ Hard Luck Bar (Canadian Music Week Showcase)
May 30 – Ottawa, ON @ Zaphod Beeblebrox
About:
Successfully performing 500+ shows and collecting over 100,000 miles during their multiple tours across Canada, the UK, and once in the States, Double Experience offers a no-frills, no prisoners, no holds-barred live show that has music nerds wanting more.
The band’s upcoming album, ‘721835′ was recorded by fellow science-fiction aficionado Al Jacob (He is Legend, A Skylit Drive) in North Carolina and is a curious collection of songs that demand to be heard. Inspired by everything the band loves and considers nerdy, this release showcases a creative sound influenced by geeky comic books, trading cards, classic 8 bits games to today’s future 3D experiences.
Their 2011 debut album, ‘One Big Quicksand’ was recorded and produced by up-and-comer Jayson DeZuzio (Coheed and Cambria, My Chemical Romance) and was released via Blue Sapphire/Universal Music Canada.
Track Listing: 721835
1. Gambit [Video]
2. Strange Acquaintance [Lyric Video]
3. Horror Beyond Imagination [Lyric Video]
4. Wolf in the Ewe [Lyric Video]
5. Congratulations on Second Place
6. Here’s Y
7. Thumbsucker
8. Destiny Chile
9. Who the Hell?
For more info, please visit the following links:
http://www.facebook.com/doubleexperience
0 EPK – Double Experience – 721835 (2014)
Double Experience – 721835
RIYL = Fall Out Boy, He is Legend, Queens of the Stone Age
Release Date: August 1, 2014
Label: Colfax Music
Distribution: Bandcamp, iTunes, CD Baby
Tour Dates | 2xXP.com | Facebook | Twittter | Soundcloud
Youtube | CBC Radio 3 | Tumblr | Instagram
Official Merch Store | Bandcamp | iTunes
High Res Press Photo | 721835 Album Cover | 721835 Album Lyrics
Contacts: PR Rep – Jon Asher – ashermedia[@]gmail.com
Radio Promotions – radiotrackingashermedia[@]gmail.com
Booking: Ian – ian@2xXP.com | UK: Nathan – SyrcasTours@gmail.com
2015 UK TOUR DATES:
05/19 Warrington, ENG – Dog House
05/20 Cork, IRL – Fred Zeppelins
05/21 Dublin, IRL – Fibber’s
05/22 Wrexham, WLS – Rewind
05/23 Whitchurch, ENG – Percy’s
05/24 Wakefield, ENG – The Snooty Fox
05/26 Canterbury, ENG – The Lady Luck Bar
05/27 Oxford, ENG – Wheatsheaf
05/28 London, ENG – Nambucca
05/29 Ashford, ENG – Platform 5 Ashford
05/30 Bournemouth, ENG – The Anvil
05/31 Southend-on-sea, ENG – OLD HAT!
06/04 Sheffield, ENG – South-Sea Live
06/05 Rugby, ENG – The London House
06/06 Leicester, ENG – The Shed
06/07 Coventry, ENG – Arches Venue Coventry
06/11 Hertford, ENG – Dog and Whistle Pub
06/12 Nottingham, ENG – The Old Salutation Inn
06/13 Workington, ENG – Lounge 41
06/14 Ayr, SCT – Crumbs N Cocktails
06/16 Hull, ENG – O’Rileys
06/18 Swansea, WLS – The Scene
06/19 Swindon, ENG – The Victoria
06/20 Hastings, ENG – Flairz Venue Bar
06/21 Hitchin, ENG – Rhythms of the World (BBC Introducing Stage)
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06/24 Le Mans, France – Le Source
06/25 Lille, France – Peniche Ingelrock
06/26 Lorraine, France – No Man’s Land
06/28 Barcelona, Spain – Bar Caferino
06/30 Porto, Portugal – Metal Point
07/04 San Leonardo, Italy – Hofer’s Rock
07/05 Bibione, Italy – Beach Invaders – Music.Bar
07/07 Kraków, Poland – Let’s Rock Hostel
07/11 Leipzig, Germany – Hippie Yeah
07/16 Ninove, Belgium – Gonzo
07/17 Amsterdam, Netherlands – The Waterhole
“Nerds from our great neighbors from the North can rock! Double XP is a lot more than a couple of gamers with instruments. Their upcoming album goes to show that gamers really do have feelings, and they are not ashamed to talk about em!” Royal Flush Magazine
“Their debut album “721835” consists of a fairly ballsy bunch of well-written alternative rock ‘n’ roll songs with cheeky riffs and ambitious vocal melodies. The lyrics might very well have been inspired by nerdy things and contain plenty of references that can be cherished by fellow nerds, but at the same time they are written in a way that succeeds in communicating extremely relatable feelings and experiences.” – Rock Freaks
“All the tracks are are full of life and sincerity and every track fits perfectly on this album and holds a very high quality. The tracks are inspired by everything the band loves and considers nerdy showcasing a creative sound influenced by geeky comic books, trading cards, classic 8 bits games to today’s future 3D experiences. The musicianship is sharp and guided, vocalist Ian Nichols fits perfect to this kind of music and the whole album maintains a strong flow without having to rely strictly on hooks and choruses, and it´s one of those albums that grows on you the more you listen to it.” – Melodic.net
“They’re a quartet who embrace their nerdy credentials, and luckily for those who may be concerned also know how to knock out some chunky riffs and melody lines.” – Screamer Magazine
“I recommend checking out “721835” if you enjoy rock music, Fall Out Boy, or simply love the combination of music and gaming/comic books/trading cards/etc.” – Canadian Beats
“Remember when video games had memorable soundtracks? There’s nothing better than fighting, racing or having an adventure with a good soundtrack. Has that time disappeared? Of course not! In fact, today’s games have some of the best soundtracks out there but what happened to all the rock music in games? Why have video games been over-run by rap and pop? Well, whatever the answer may be, Ottawa’s Double Experience is here to bring it back! Falling somewhere between He Is Legend, Fall Out Boy, Queens of the Stone Age and Helmet having a illegitimate lovechild, these guys are putting the Rock back in “Rock N Roll”. Their new album, 721835, unites two of my favorite things: great rock music with a relatable message and all things nerdy. The first thing you will notice about this album when you pick it up from the shelf is the beautiful, yet nerdy, artwork accompanying it. Don’t let that plain red CD design fool you, once you pop it in… you’re in for a hell of a ride!” – New Transcendence
“Good songwriters…I think [Double Experience] are next. They’re going to do very well and I’m very excited about that.” – Jayson DeZuzio, producer (Coheed and Cambria, My Chemical Romance, Four Year Strong)
“The most genuine and down to earth band I’ve ever had to work with, load-in and sound checks were quick and easy with this bunch and they are some of the most hard working guys we as a venue have ever had the pleasure of the working with. Having traveled so far, and never played Swansea… prior to the show we were very unsure as to which way the event would turnout. But sure enough, [the band] did not disappoint. Playing to a pretty full room of Welsh fans singing and dancing along, throwing in a cover by Queen to really get them going. As a promoter and venue owner, I would recommend booking this band to anyone in the world, they definitely will not disappoint.” – William Sheldon, Promoter & Venue Owner – Static Bar, Swansea UK
“It’s rare that a band like Double Experience come along so we’re going to cherish them while they can still call themselves an ‘upcoming’ band because it won’t be long before they’re playing sold out massive shows. Great band, highly recommended.” – Andrew Dutton, Promoter – The Square, Harlow UK
Double Experience – 721835 – LP
Release Date: August 1, 2014
Label: Self Release
Distribution: Bandcamp, iTunes, CD Baby
1. Gambit (3:57) [Video]
2. Strange Acquaintance (4:41) [Lyric Video]
3. Horror Beyond Imagination (3:34) [Lyric Video]
4. Wolf in the Ewe (4:19) [Lyric Video]
5. Congratulations on Second Place (3:28)
6. Here’s Y (2:39)
7. Thumbsucker (3:30)
8. Destiny Chile (3:39)
9. Who the Hell? (3:05)
Album Length: 32:57
Produced and Mixed by Al Jacob and Mitchell Marlow
Mastered by Jamie King
Recorded at Warrior Sound Studios in the forests of Chapel Hill, NC
EP Band Line-Up:
Ian Nichols (Vocals)
Brock Tinsley (Gutiars)
Kenny Saunders (Drums)
Tim Kealey (Bass)
Double Experience believes in cold facts.
Fact: You don’t like your time being wasted.
Fact: Double Experience are bringing the “roll” back into rock.
Fact: Double Experience have toured across Canada six times, twice in the UK, and once in the States, performing 500+ shows over 100,000 miles.
Fact: And you’ve still never even heard of them.
The band aim to change the latter by way of their forthcoming album, 721835 recorded by fellow science-fiction aficionado Al Jacob (He is Legend, A Skylit Drive) in North Carolina. A curious collection of songs that demand to be heard, the tracks are inspired by everything the band loves and considers nerdy showcasing a creative sound influenced by geeky comic books, trading cards, classic 8 bits games to today’s future 3D experiences.
But even futuristic, forward-thinking bands have a past, and Double Experience are no exception. Their debut album, One Big Quicksand, was technically their debut release – they just weren’t called Double Experience yet. The album was recorded and produced by up-and-comer Jayson DeZuzio (Coheed and Cambria, My Chemical Romance) mere weeks after the bands union on Canada Day, 2011 and released via Blue Sapphire/Universal Music Canada.
From the spring of 2012 onward. the band continued to perform headlining tours in Canada as well as the United Kingdom and the USA, garnering a devoted following through their no-frills, no prisoners, no holds-barred live show. The band has accomplished hundreds of performances, all of which were booked independent of outside forces.
And although you’ve still never heard of Double Experience, after everything you just read, you can’t wait to change that.
Fact.
Discography:
2014 – 721835 – LP
2011 – One Big Quicksand – EP
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One Big Quicksand
Released: October 07, 2011
1. Lawless
2. P (As in Pneumonia)
3. Sweet Smoke
4. Mojave, Mo’ Problems
5. Away with Words
6. ¡La Pistola!
Produced, Mixed and Engineered by Jayson DeZuzio
(assisted by Jeremy Comitas)
Recorded at Stained Glass Studios in Hoboken, NJ
EP & Live Band Line-Up:
Ian Nichols (Vocals)
Brock Tinsley (Gutiars)
Kenny Saunders (Drums)
Tim Kealey (Bass)
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Tours/ Festivals
2014 – Night of The Living Room Tour (Ontario) (Dec)
2014 – UK L.A.R.P Tour (3 weeks August)
2014 – Smells Like Freedom USA Tour (3 weeks) (July)(VA,NC,AL,FL,TX,KS,MO,IL)
2014 – Rated M For MaTour (Ontario) (April/ May)
2014 – Festival:Canadian Music Week
2014 – Bring Steak (Spring Break) Tour 2014 (2 weeks)
2014 – The “Dude Network” Tour (2 weeks)
2013 – “50 Shows of Eh” UK Tour (8 weeks – 50 dates)
2013 – East U.S.A. Tour (2 weeks)
2013 – Cross Canada Tour (4 weeks)
2012 – Scairie Provinces West Canada (3 weeks)
2012 – East Coast Canada Tour (2 weeks)
2012 – Nevermind the Hipsters: UK Tour (2 weeks)
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Shared stage with:
Silverstein, Hawthorne Heights, Every Time I Die, Dead and Divine, Lifestory:Monologue, He Is Legend
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Music Placements:
2012 – Online Social Media Video Games w/ Machinima
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Corporate Sponsors / Artist Endorsements
Reverend Guitars, InTune Guitar Picks, SIT Strings, Railhammer Pickups, Sour Mash Custom Guitar Cabinets, Silverfox Drumsticks
