Biography
Alan Smithee has been making quite an impact on the pop/rock music scene since its inception. The band's new CD "Wash Away," produced by Sasha Krivstov (James Blunt, Vanessa Carlton, INXS/Rockstar, New Radicals) and Erik Eldenius (Vanessa Carlton, Low Millions), is a collection of driving pop/rock songs, heartfelt ballads, and emotionally charged anthems that have become signature to the band's sound. AlanSmithee, although unique, has drawn comparisons to bands like U2, matchbox twenty, and The Who.
Through their own efforts of constant promotion and performance, the members of AlanSmithee have amassed a strong fan base, selling over 1000 copies of their "Wash Away" CD. The band's reputation has also spread nationally as a result of their recent nationwide tour. AlanSmithee has played well over 100 shows including sold out shows at the Roxy in Hollywood and has recently opened for Stevie Nicks and Vanessa Carlton at the Chronicle Pavilion in Concord, CA. The members of AlanSmithee have also shared the stage with other acts such as Fastball, Something Corporate, Sarah McLachlan, Coolio, Mandy Moore, and Jewel.
AlanSmithee has received rave reviews from both the national publication Music Connection and local California publication LA Music Scene. The Music Connection has listed AlanSmithee as one of the "HOT 100 UNSIGNED ACTS." Additionally, the band has entered and won multiple Battle of the Bands competitions as well as won the internet reallity music contest "America's Biggest," and their songs have been featured numerous times as "Song of the Day" on George Martin's Garageband.Com website.
AlanSmithee's dedication to their craft is revealed not only through their strong songs, but through their live performances. It's rare to find a band that sounds as good live, if not better than their CD. The incredible musicianship and professionalism of Alansmithee brings forth a classic act that is destined for success. To quote the band's Music Connection Review, "Despite their web address, it shouldn't be too long before everyone knows who AlanSmithee is."
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