Of The I

Alternative / Progressive / Rock

London, United Kingdom

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:::ALBUM SAMPLER REVIEW:::
(note: we sent the mp3 files to Colin for the review, and didn't tell him the right order! The actual order is -1- Single Units -2- Between Being & Ego -3- Modern Equivalent)

"In preparation for their debut album release in June, London 5-piece Of The I have released three tracks as an album sampler.

They have an epic sound that updates the ideas of prog-rock into the modern era. There are fuzzy guitar riffs, complex drum lines and dreamy pianos here in abundance.

'Between Being & Ego' is a re-recording of a track that was on the bands DIY 'Demonoid EP' and is a down-tempo track led by a simple piano line that keeps the fanciful flights of the other instruments anchored. The lyrics are short and repeated throughout the track to create a feel that the vocals are just another instrument in the mix. The over-all feel of the track is one of dreamy contemplation with an undertow of disquiet.

'Modern Equivalent' keeps the same pieces in place from the opening track but kicks up the tempo a touch. This time the anchor is a loopy guitar riff that eventually melts into a spiky thrash for the chorus. The slightly syncopated drum line adds to the general feeling of angst.

Final track on the sampler 'Single Units' is the first on to let go a little. While the other tracks are low key and hang together perfectly, the final track goes a different direction. This is a high paced, fractured track where all the elements seem to be doing completely different things from each other and yet it fits together perfectly. It's an exhilarating mix of powerful bass, strong drums and punchy vocals to create a track that should be discordant but is just exciting.

This is not a band that follows the traditional pattern of having a rhythm section underpinning guitar and vocals that tell the story of the track. At any time any instrument (including voice) could be doing anything so this is music that comes from unexpected directions. This is a band that probably won't ever be commercially successful, but damn it they should. It's 10 times more exciting than the cookie-cutter rock that you hear everywhere.

The album these tracks come from will be released in June and the bands 'Demonoid EP' is available from several sources on the net for free download."

By Colin Gazeley - Ourobouros Podcast
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Muldee, Mar 5, 2009:

I'm glad to see you evolving so much. Congratulations

Balm, Sep 7, 2008:

As many of you already know, on October 19, Balm will open up for "the Boss" at the House of Blues in Chicago! (7:30 PM)
Reaction has been quite enthusiastic to say the least. However the House of Blues is a rather small venue and I want my special friends in the area to be there. So here is the deal: I have reserved 50 free tickets for Zunist! That's right!
All you have to do is to show up with your Zune, show it to the bouncers and say, "I'm a friend of Steve's!" They will usher you to several mid-section tables, all expenses paid (peanuts, chips, sodas, fajitas ... all pre-paid). Be sure to show early on the day of the show, because when the 50 are gone that's it!
Bruce said, "please open up with So Far Away From Home!"

We are gonna' rock the house baby!

Balm, Aug 30, 2008:

Thanks for being a friend, i appreciate it.

Use Vista, ... please! - The Secret Diary of Steve Ballmer and my band Balm

MXP4 HQ, Jul 27, 2008:

Hi Of The I,
We checked your profile and your music sounds awesome !
You've been selected to download for free the beta-version of the MXP4Creator.
Be one of the first artists to compose in MXP4, the new interactive format for music.

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Althoff Family Missions, Jul 17, 2008:

We just updated our blog online and you can download our newsletter in PDF format if you wish on the front page. Its got a ton more info and pics about our trip in Cambodia.

go here:http://blog.beradiantmedia.com/ : to read all the stuff.

There is a lot more to come!

Greg + Jannelle Althoff

Althoff Family Missions, May 16, 2008:

Thank you soooo much Roman for the donation!

we'll keep you updated.

//greg + jannelle

Muldee, Mar 12, 2008:

Hi guys, I'm wondering if there's a place where I can buy "Demonoid". I'm listening to your tracks over and over, and I think you have a great sound and a lot of good ideas. What about the studio sessions? Did you start recording? Greetings from Italy