With influences including The Deftones, Tool, Soundgarden, Alice In
Chains and the pop sensibilities of such acts as Incubus and STP,
8systems' music is both artistic and accessible.
Formed in
Austin in late 2004, 8systems immediately discovered a powerful sound
and a collective voice that would quickly take on a life larger than
any of its members. The band members have come to Austin from all parts
of the country, each bringing unique backgrounds and approaches to
songwriting and having honed their skills and musical vision in
numerous bands along the way. After settling on their current lineup,
the band began and has continued to pursue an intense rehearsal and
writing schedule, with a single-minded focus on developing the sound
and style that sets 8systems apart.
The members of 8systems have
been interviewed on 93.3 KLBJ, and 8systems' music has been spun on
101X in Austin, they have shared the stage with national acts such as
Hurt and Hinder. The band is currently touring regionally to support
their ever-growing fan base, in anticipation of an LP to be self
released and distributed through all major electronic outlets. A
national tour is planned to support this album beginning in early 09.
8systems provides their own radio support and commercial spots on radio
stations across the Midwest and Southwest as well as handling all the
other professional responsibilities of a driven, independent band. With
almost forty years of combined experience, 8systems knows how to work a
stage and have a damned good time in the process. But enough print -
let the music and incendiary live shows speak for themselves.
Instrumentation:
Rob Chambers- Vocals
Cameron Hooker- Guitars
John Thevenot- Bass Guitars
Brent Barnett- Drums
Discography:
Promo- 2007
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Press Reviews
"Overall I felt that the band, coupled with a spotless production was
able to turn a compelling performance on these 3 songs, especially Rob
Chambers' vocals. From what I heard on this CD I can easily say that 8
Systems is ready for radio play..." - Houstonmusicreviews.com
"8
Systems, from Austin, TX, have a great sound. The vocals are very
strong yet don’t overpower the rest of the band. The guitar is awesome,
great drumming, these guys have it all. They have fun on and off stage
and get great crowd reactions. I can see a phenomenal future for 8
Systems.” - -- Cody Keng – Del Mar College Foghorn
GarageBand.com Parallel - Track of the Day on Dec. 12th, 2008
GarageBand.com Universal Disease - Track of the Day on Dec. 18th, 2008
GarageBand.com Abyss - Track of the Day on Jan. 31st, 2008
Indiesolo.com Featured artist of the day – February 29th, 2008
Ourstage.com Top 10 February 2008
Ourstage.com Top 10 March 2008
Appearances and scheduled dates since Jan. 1, 08:
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Jan 13, 2008 4:00 PM Fitzgerald's Houston, TX
Jan 18, 2008 11:00 PM Red Eyed Fly Austin, TX
Jan 25, 2008 9:00 PM SOHO San Antonio, TX
Jan 27, 2008 7:00 PM House of Rock w/ HURT!!! Corpus Christi, TX
Feb 16, 2008 9:00 PM Bonds 007 Bar San Antonio, TX
Feb 29, 2008 10:00 PM Bricktown Ballroom Oklahoma City, OK
Mar 1, 2008 8:00 PM Across The Street Bar Dallas, TX
Mar 7, 2008 8:00 PM JC'S HOUSE OF ROCK Wichita, KS
Mar 8, 2008 10:00 PM Graham's Central Station Pflugerville, TX
Mar 15, 2008 9:00 PM Bikini’s Bar "Showcase" during SXSW Austin, TX
Mar 29, 2008 All Day Fitzgerald's Houston, TX Houston 100 Festival
Apr 18, 2008 9:00 PM The Gothic Theater Denver, CO
May 17, 2008 8:00 PM VIP Houseboat party Austin, TX
May 23, 2008 8:00 PM Chic's w/ Atomic Pink! El Paso, TX
May 24, 2008 6:00 PM Cooperstown Phoenix, AZ
Jun 14, 2008 8:00 PM Across the Street Bar Dallas, TX
Jun 20, 2008 8:00 PM House of Rock Corpus Christi, TX
Jul 21, 2008 10:00 PM Graham's Central Station, Pflugerville, TX
Jul 28, 2008 10:00 PM Red Eyed Fly, Austin, TX
Jul 18, 2008 10:00 PM Benders Tavern, Denver, CO
Aug 29, 2008 10:00 PM Rock City Icehouse, Austin, TX
Sep 20, 2008 10:00 PM Flamingo Cantina, Austin, TX
