There's a lot to like about pop-punkers The Greater The Risk. Hailing from Richmond VA the quintet consists of drummer David, bassist Nate, lead vocalist Deek and guitarists Blake and Ashley. Firstly, as a female in this industry, I like that they have a girl guitarist, keeping those boys in line and proving the fairer sex can be more than just fan-girls.
Another thing to like about this bunch is that they spent several months compiling songs for the EP, roping in Rich Stine (Fighting Gravity) and Jamie King (Between The Buried and Me, A Skylit Drive) to record, mix and master their work. As a result, their debut self-titled EP was released last month.
Lastly - and most importantly - is their sound. It's catchy, it'll make your foot tap and it'll leave you curious for more. Although only being a band less than a year, the time they dedicated to writing and recording has made them sound like a seasoned band that will sit effortlessly next to the likes of Boys Like Girls and Cartel on your MP3 players. Just remember when they make the big time, that you heard about them here first!
Guitarist Ashley anchors the band as it's only female influence and founding member talks to Kiki Vs Everyone about the band.
How would you describe your sound? Who are your influences?
Our sound is a mix of rock, pop, indie and punk. Our influences are Anberlin, Jimmy Eat World, Mae, Taking Back Sunday, Brand New - the list is quite longer than this, but I could literally go on forever!
Is it tough being the only girl in the band (gotta be asked!)?
Haha...As for being the only girl in the band. It definitely has its ups and downs. It's like having four brothers. They pick on me sometimes and they have their gross boy moments (where they don't shower and they smell for days) but we're all really good friends and I always have a great time with them!
If you could only listen to one band forever more who would it be any why?
I would say if we could only listen to one band, it would be Anberlin. They have a really diverse sound, and each album they put out, just gets better.
What's been your career highlight so far?
Our career highlight so far has been recording The Greater The Risk EP. We spent a lot of time together writing and recording and it brought us closer together as a band. For our first effort, we are proud of it and want to share our accomplishment with anyone we can.
Mini Vs Series
Team Edward V Team Jacob?
I would personally say Team Edward, but the boys are not big fans of Twilight at all!
Shannon Leto V Jared Leto?
Jared Leto. Definitely.
festivals or individual shows?
Festivals. You get to meet so many new people and hear a lot of great music all at once.
touring v recording?
Touring. Playing shows every night is what we love to do. Recording is really fun, but to actually be able to interact with the crowd and see their response to your music is the best part about being in a band.
The Beatles v Elvis?
The Beatles all the way!
Head on over to The Greater The Risk's Pure Volume to grab yourself a free song download. Go here buy the EP for only $2.97.
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