Person L (Official Thread)

[muttley]

I love these guys. Make sure you check them out when they come to your city.

Person L (http://www.myspace.com/personl)

[TriangularDuck]

great band, seeing them for the third time this saturday. so psyched - I'll actually recognize the new songs they play this time. hopefully.

[muttley]

great band, seeing them for the third time this saturday. so psyched - I'll actually recognize the new songs they play this time. hopefully.

They are probably going to be playing a lot of their new stuff. They had about 3 old songs last night.

[FullCollaspe]

I don't I really can't get into them. I only like about 4 or 5 songs

[TSLROCKS]

Can't wait for the full length

[TriangularDuck]

They are probably going to be playing a lot of their new stuff. They had about 3 old songs last night.

yeah, I saw them last tour, and I'm seeing them this tour. all the old songs I got last time were Wooden Soldiers and Storms, everything else was new. Hoping for Canyon Lands at the very least this time, it was so good the first time I saw them live.

[harveyn590]

I love this band and can't wait to see where they go next. They really could go anywhere with their music.

[live.]

I still listen to Initial on the reg

[muttley]

I still listen to Initial on the reg

Same here. I can't wait for some new material.

yeah, I saw them last tour, and I'm seeing them this tour. all the old songs I got last time were Wooden Soldiers and Storms, everything else was new. Hoping for Canyon Lands at the very least this time, it was so good the first time I saw them live.

I don't think they'll be playing Soldiers on this tour. With Charlie and Ryan gone, it wouldn't work out. As for Canyon Lands, I think it might be the same situation.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

So glad this thread was made, took a look at their page, and they're playing 4 florida dates. I'm trying to make the headlining show with the gay blades in Gainesville next week.

[muttley]

The Gay Blades are definitely one of the best live bands I've ever seen.

Does anyone know if Person L won the fearlessmusic.com poll?

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Damn, then I really hope that I can catch that show in Gainesville. I've never heard the Gay Blades before though.

[muttley]

Damn, then I really hope that I can catch that show in Gainesville. I've never heard the Gay Blades before though.

It doesn't matter haha. If you can go, go! You really don't want to miss it.

[TSLROCKS]

Help Yourself is probably my favorite L song so far.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

It doesn't matter haha. If you can go, go! You really don't want to miss it.

I'm trying my hardest, hopefully they don't put an age limit on the venue.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Sweet, 1982 bar is all ages. So stoked.

[KevinForReal]

These guys are great. Check out some stuff by them, I like them because they don't really have a definitive sound. Their stuff is all over the board. I have yet to seem them LIVE@! AH. Someone give us a rundown on their live performance.... I'll show some vids.

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[KevinForReal]

The Gay Blades are definitely one of the best live bands I've ever seen.

Does anyone know if Person L won the fearlessmusic.com poll?


Yeah dude!@ I was so excited. Well, actually I'm not 100% sure , but last night I looked late and it was pL up by over 60 votes...

cool interviews

http://www.lp33.tv/artists/personl/

[muttley]

Wow. That video of them with the drummer from Mae is superb.
I loves me some good drums/percussion.

[KevinForReal]

Wow. That video of them with the drummer from Mae is superb.
I loves me some good drums/percussion.


Its rad, but oddly enough its actually the lead singer of Mae

[zonto]

The crowd looks SO excited during that video...

But freak! THREE DRUMMERS! Eat that Brand New! :-d

[muttley]

Its rad, but oddly enough its actually the lead singer of Mae

Really? Haha, wow. He knows what he's doing.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Just bought my ticket for next tuesday. Soo stoked.

[delvec19]

When does their new CD "The Positives" come out?

[muttley]

When does their new CD "The Positives" come out?

Hopefully sometime in September.

[ReignofFiction]

Saw them with anthony green and good old war last fall and all I can say is that sunshine is one of my favorite songs of last year and permanently associated with last fall.

[muttley]

Their new blog says The Positives is due out this Fall. It keeps getting pushed back more and more. :-(

[harveyn590]

Any more news on the positives?

I've been listening to the live set from when they were on tour with Anthony Green and while i really like Initial I think that the other songs of the set are even better,

[HoldThatSound]

Can't wait for the new album!!

Yeah, I got to see them live in August 2008 and July 2009. Awesome band!!!

My favorite song is Storms.

[KevinForReal]

I like Person L, but it seems like they don't care. Their live show is esquisit, and they make wonderful songs, and by all means that is what it should be about. But I would like to see more fan interaction, via the web. They always hang out after shows and are soo nice, but that only gets to happen once maybe every 3 months. In today's world of technology and up to date news, these guys fail to have decent updates or blogs, an interesting website or myspace page, and hardly any publicity from TV airplay, Radio, online video interviews, or just fun fan videos for fans. They havent released any new material in over a year, and have an album dropping this fall with no songs yet to be heard, no release date, no artwork, etc.

I am having a hard time following and even caring about these guys when I get to see them MAYBE once every 3-5 months and only 8 songs to follow.

[geebee889]

I love anything that Kenny is involved with. That man is one of my heroes.

[muttley]

I'm hoping these guys go on a larger tour after The Positives is released. The dates on their Myspace come nowhere near me.

[TSLROCKS]

I'm hoping these guys go on a larger tour after The Positives is released. The dates on their Myspace come nowhere near me.

I'm sure they will. These guys never stop touring

[Baby for Pree]

I like Person L, but it seems like they don't care. Their live show is esquisit, and they make wonderful songs, and by all means that is what it should be about. But I would like to see more fan interaction, via the web. They always hang out after shows and are soo nice, but that only gets to happen once maybe every 3 months. In today's world of technology and up to date news, these guys fail to have decent updates or blogs, an interesting website or myspace page, and hardly any publicity from TV airplay, Radio, online video interviews, or just fun fan videos for fans. They havent released any new material in over a year, and have an album dropping this fall with no songs yet to be heard, no release date, no artwork, etc.

I am having a hard time following and even caring about these guys when I get to see them MAYBE once every 3-5 months and only 8 songs to follow.
A band shouldn't have to whore themselves out on the internet in order to keep your attention.

[HoldThatSound]

Yeah I've them live twice. They canceled a show here though because their van got broken down. I needa see them again!

[muttley]

I'm sure they will. These guys never stop touring

My thoughts are taking off as I giggle to myself and think of the possiblities. I think a full US Mock Orange/Person L tour is not out of the question.

[Wobbie]

Personel. I get it.

[KevinForReal]

A band shouldn't have to whore themselves out on the internet in order to keep your attention.

Yeah they should. How do you think they promote themselves? Its 2009, do you think Ken Vasoli is putting ads in media? Doing TV interviews? You have to be accessible to fans or else they lose interest. Coming to town once every few months is great, but long stretches of nothing makes me lose interest. Sorry, but its not "whoring" themselves, its called accesssibility. It wouldnt hurt them to throw up a new song once in awhile.

[live.]

So incredibly stoked for this fucking record. God. Damn.

[muttley]

Yeah they should. How do you think they promote themselves? Its 2009, do you think Ken Vasoli is putting ads in media? Doing TV interviews? You have to be accessible to fans or else they lose interest. Coming to town once every few months is great, but long stretches of nothing makes me lose interest. Sorry, but its not "whoring" themselves, its called accesssibility. It wouldnt hurt them to throw up a new song once in awhile.

And now they threw everything into one great update. Album art, new song, release date, tracklist, and tour dates. There shouldn't be a complaint here.

[KevinForReal]

And now they threw everything into one great update. Album art, new song, release date, tracklist, and tour dates. There shouldn't be a complaint here.


Wow, I know. Shitty timing on my behalf. This is exactly what I was talking about. One update every 2 months, and same webpage for almost 2 years.

[muttley]

Wow, I know. Shitty timing on my behalf. This is exactly what I was talking about. One update every 2 months, and same webpage for almost 2 years.

Well, if that wasn't enough to make you get over the lack of updates, I don't know what to tell you. What do you mean by "same webpage"?

[Baby for Pree]

Yeah they should. How do you think they promote themselves? Its 2009, do you think Ken Vasoli is putting ads in media? Doing TV interviews? You have to be accessible to fans or else they lose interest. Coming to town once every few months is great, but long stretches of nothing makes me lose interest. Sorry, but its not "whoring" themselves, its called accesssibility. It wouldnt hurt them to throw up a new song once in awhile.
That's the problem. Artists these days are so forgettable that they have to constantly remind their fans they exist or people like you will lose interest. Bands should spend more time focusing on their craft than focusing on getting more Twitter followers. "Buzz" shouldn't have to be forced through the internet by the artists themselves.

[TachyonEvan]

Touring with John Nolan.

[Mr. Awesome]

Touring with John Nolan.

lol

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[TachyonEvan]

lol

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Reported for Spam.

[jtwantsyoudead]

meh, I liked TSL better. They've got a few gems though

[KevinForReal]

Well, if that wasn't enough to make you get over the lack of updates, I don't know what to tell you. What do you mean by "same webpage"?


I don't know why I wrote webpage, weird of me. I meant myspace.

[KevinForReal]

That's the problem. Artists these days are so forgettable that they have to constantly remind their fans they exist or people like you will lose interest. Bands should spend more time focusing on their craft than focusing on getting more Twitter followers. "Buzz" shouldn't have to be forced through the internet by the artists themselves.


Dude, all I said in the first place was that they should have updated their myspace page once and awhile, or more often. By update I mean more frequent blog entries, maybe a new song, pictures, or a video. I never said anything about Twitter and weird of you to say "people like me", like from reading a few sentences over the internet you can pick out what kind of person I may be. It doesn't even have to be that big of deal. I just mentioned that it is really hard to keep up with a band, or to even hold interest with limited material and accessibility for almost 2 years. Not everybody can make it to every show either. You think that Kenny doesn't spend more time 'focusing on their craft'? I understand that. I know he isn't the type of guy to have blogs, videos, twitter, or a 'buzz'. And I certainly don't need that, I was just saying I am starting to lose interest because I have 8 of their songs and have seen them twice in 2 years.

[KevinForReal]

And now they threw everything into one great update. Album art, new song, release date, tracklist, and tour dates. There shouldn't be a complaint here.

I wasn't being sarcastic about that last post either. I was actually surprised as if they had read my post

[muttley]

I don't know why I wrote webpage, weird of me. I meant myspace.

Now that that's cleared up, they had that layout to go along with the release of Initial. Flash back to a little more than a year later, and now they have a new layout for The Positives, and they'll probably stick with it until another album is released, which will most likely be a year from now. As for the updates, an update was posted in July while they were on their 3rd full US tour. A month later, an update was posted about Kenny going to Australia. I repeat, Australia. Did I mention they are an independent band? Anyways, a little more than a month after that, we have a new song, new layout (I don't fully see what a layout has to do with a band's ability to keep fans in the loop, but oh well), and new tour dates (I should add that these dates are just the tip of the iceberg for the months to come). 2 albums in 2 years, plenty of touring, and an update every month? If you ask me, I'd say these guys are definitely on track.

[KevinForReal]

Now that that's cleared up, they had that layout to go along with the release of Initial. Flash back to a little more than a year later, and now they have a new layout for The Positives, and they'll probably stick with it until another album is released, which will most likely be a year from now. As for the updates, an update was posted in July while they were on their 3rd full US tour. A month later, an update was posted about Kenny going to Australia. I repeat, Australia. Did I mention they are an independent band? Anyways, a little more than a month after that, we have a new song, new layout (I don't fully see what a layout has to do with a band's ability to keep fans in the loop, but oh well), and new tour dates (I should add that these dates are just the tip of the iceberg for the months to come). 2 albums in 2 years, plenty of touring, and an update every month? If you ask me, I'd say these guys are definitely on track.


You're still defending Person L and their lack of ability to keep in touch with fans. Like I said, and this is the last time i repeat myself, Not everyone can make it to every tour. A full US tour? Not all of us live near large cities. The 2 times I could have seen them was once when I had to work the next day at 7 am and the next it was a solo set, which i didnt want to drive 3 hours for. I know, too bad for me. Dude, an Australia update doesn't mean shit to me. Their myspace has had the same 5 songs since they put up the page, minus the live version of Goodness. What does them being independent have to do with a new song, video, or interview? Nothing. It's not 2 albums in 2 years. It was 6 new songs released in August 2008 (I had Sunshine and Storms for ever before that) and then whatever they release in November.

I'll wait for your shitty rebuttle.

[muttley]

You're still defending Person L and their lack of ability to keep in touch with fans. Like I said, and this is the last time i repeat myself, Not everyone can make it to every tour. A full US tour? Not all of us live near large cities. The 2 times I could have seen them was once when I had to work the next day at 7 am and the next it was a solo set, which i didnt want to drive 3 hours for. I know, too bad for me. Dude, an Australia update doesn't mean shit to me. Their myspace has had the same 5 songs since they put up the page, minus the live version of Goodness. What does them being independent have to do with a new song, video, or interview? Nothing. It's not 2 albums in 2 years. It was 6 new songs released in August 2008 (I had Sunshine and Storms for ever before that) and then whatever they release in November.

I'll wait for your shitty rebuttle.

There is no lack of ability to keep in touch with fans. They shouldn't have to update a Myspace status or post a blog to satisfy people like you. Going to Australia shows that they've got plenty of activity considering they don't have a label funding everything for them, which is why I bring both of those things up. The main purpose of the songs that they have uploaded is to give people a sample of the band's music. That and showcase new songs, and that's exactly what they've been doing. They aren't obligated to post entire albums or new songs every month. Everyone had Sunshine and Storms before Initial was released, and that's usually how new songs work. Whether you had two songs prior to the release or not, Initial is an album, and so is The Positives. Add those up and I believe you've got two.

By the way, when you say "Not all of us live near large cities," I assume you're referring to yourself. That's interesting because I see "TWIN CITIES" right next to your name. They're playing Minneapolis the night The Positives is released. Enjoy yourself...

/shitty rebuttal

[ShimmerAndSpill]

lol, wow.

[KevinForReal]

There is no lack of ability to keep in touch with fans. They shouldn't have to update a Myspace status or post a blog to satisfy people like you. Going to Australia shows that they've got plenty of activity considering they don't have a label funding everything for them, which is why I bring both of those things up. The main purpose of the songs that they have uploaded is to give people a sample of the band's music. That and showcase new songs, and that's exactly what they've been doing. They aren't obligated to post entire albums or new songs every month. Everyone had Sunshine and Storms before Initial was released, and that's usually how new songs work. Whether you had two songs prior to the release or not, Initial is an album, and so is The Positives. Add those up and I believe you've got two.

By the way, when you say "Not all of us live near large cities," I assume you're referring to yourself. That's interesting because I see "TWIN CITIES" right next to your name. They're playing Minneapolis the night The Positives is released. Enjoy yourself...

/shitty rebuttal


Man, you just won't get off my back. All I said was that I was losing interest in Person L because they don't have shit for songs (8 track collection) and they only have a few decent videos online, they also seem to be very hands-off when it comes to promoting themselves. You are just digging way too deep on this.

I remember early TSL days they would come out with videos on thestartinglinerock.com on a weekly basis. Just a little something to keep ya following, maybe sustain a little bit of interest.

Going to Australia doesn't mean much for the band. Obviously if the band had money they would all be going. You know Kenny has TSL cash stashed up, that's why he is the only one going.

Yes, I can add up the two albums, but it's an 8 track album and a full length released in a 15 month span, not 2 albums in 2 years.

And by the way, I don't live in the Twin Cities anymore, it's where I am from, and where I lived my whole life until recently. I live in Duluth Minnesota now. Its not on the top of my list to update where I live on my absolutepunk.net profile. Sorry to dissapoint.

[muttley]

Man, you just won't get off my back. All I said was that I was losing interest in Person L because they don't have shit for songs (8 track collection) and they only have a few decent videos online, they also seem to be very hands-off when it comes to promoting themselves. You are just digging way too deep on this.

I remember early TSL days they would come out with videos on thestartinglinerock.com on a weekly basis. Just a little something to keep ya following, maybe sustain a little bit of interest.

Going to Australia doesn't mean much for the band. Obviously if the band had money they would all be going. You know Kenny has TSL cash stashed up, that's why he is the only one going.

Yes, I can add up the two albums, but it's an 8 track album and a full length released in a 15 month span, not 2 albums in 2 years.

And by the way, I don't live in the Twin Cities anymore, it's where I am from, and where I lived my whole life until recently. I live in Duluth Minnesota now. Its not on the top of my list to update where I live on my absolutepunk.net profile. Sorry to dissapoint.


Consider me off your back.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Anyways, the new song is ridiculously good. I have very high expectations for this album, but I don't think they're going to disappoint.

[Broden Terry]

The Positives will more than likely make my albums of the year list. Definitely one of my most anticipated.

[muttley]

I agree. Probably the only '09 release I've actually been excited for.

[Robototron]

I keep reading this thread title as Dinosaur L, then I get really disappointed when I realize that no one on AP would ever make a thread about Dinosaur L.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

I hope they end up doing a tour that comes through here again. I saw them in Gainesville during the summer, but there were only three of them, so their set list was bit limited. Regardless, it was still an amazing show.

[iloveblink182]

bring back tsl.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

bring back tsl.

Fuck that

[iloveblink182]

Fuck that
fuck you

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Haha

[KevinForReal]

Does anyone have an idea on what the track listing might be?

- The Positives
- Good Days
- Pleasures All Mine
- Untitled
- Goodness Gracious

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Does anyone have an idea on what the track listing might be?

- The Positives
- Good Days
- Pleasures All Mine
- Untitled
- Goodness Gracious

They posted it on the news page I believe.

[HoldThatSound]

1. Hole In The Fence
2. Good Days
3. The Positives
4. Goodness Gracious
5. New Sensation
6. Stay Calm
7. Sit Tight
8. Loudmouth
9. Changed Man
10. Pleasure Is All Mine
11. Untitled
12. I Sing The Body Electric

[muttley]

Fuck that

This.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

This.

I really don't want TSL to really come back, Person L is so much better.

[KevinForReal]

TSL is a better band, Person L is better music/musicians.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

If the music and musicians are better than TSL, then how is TSL better?

[muttley]

I really don't want TSL to really come back, Person L is so much better.

I think when TSL comes back, I'll be stoked either way. Person L will still be making music, so it's all good.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

I think when TSL comes back, I'll be stoked either way. Person L will still be making music, so it's all good.

I really don't want to see it get pushed aside though, as long as that doesn't happen I'll be good.

[KevinForReal]

If the music and musicians are better than TSL, then how is TSL better?


I dont really know how to explain it I guess. Sometimes in the Music Industry bands are great bands but aren't the best at making music. I think that TSL made their mark with some very kick ass tunes, their music wasn't really groundbreaking or revolutionary. I guess the same can be said of Person L, but I think that collectivly, Person L has 5 great musicians, not just people who can play guitar really well.

To say the least, TSL's catelouge consists of powerchords and simple drum beats. In Person L you can tell that its a band of raw musicians with talent. Ryan and Brian both come from great musical backgrounds and we all know about Kenny.

TSL just was better band. Pretty Boy Matt, Bad-ass Mike, quiet Tom, and crazy Kenny..( and later on I guess Brian?). Personalities and Matt stage right and Mike stage left, and Young spunky Kenny made them a great 'Band'. Collectively Person L makes more interesting music and you can tell that it is a band of guys who are great musical minds.

[KevinForReal]

Wow, just found this sweet vid online of Kenny's side project before Person L. It was a band called Statue who had one and only show.


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[muttley]

That was awesome. Did they ever record/release anything?

[KevinForReal]

That was awesome. Did they ever record/release anything?


Maybe a few basement demos, but I can't stop watching it.

[muttley]

If anyone ever finds those demos, they better send them to me!!!

[muttley]

I want these pressings of The Positives but they're exclusive to UK and Ireland. If only I knew someone cool enough to help me out...

[KevinForReal]

what pressings?/?/

[muttley]

http://academyfightsong.bigcartel.com/artist/person-l
http://www.audiblediversiongroup.com/PersonL/design/2872
http://scyllarecords.bigcartel.com/artist/person-l

[ShimmerAndSpill]

I need this to come out. Now. I did pre-order the blue/purple swirl vinyl, can't wait to get that.

[muttley]

Agreed!

[ShimmerAndSpill]

They need to at least put up a new song so I can be happy for a week haha.

[HoldThatSound]

Or it just needs to leak which it probably won't haha.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Haha yeah, I'm not counting on it anytime soon.

[TSLROCKS]

Album comes out in just over 2 weeks! I'm pumped for it as well as the TSL DVD next week!

[KevinForReal]

Gettin me a lotta Kenny V in the up coming weeks!

[muttley]

So not downloading the new album. After all of the anticipation, I want my first listen to be done the right way. I could barely listen to the clips on Amazon haha. Don't want to spoil the surprise!

[Rodeo]

Wow... only 6 days ago too...

[Viva Sonata]

Spin.com just did a write up about the new record and offered a new song called "Untitled". (http://spin.com/articles/exclusive-person-ls-awesome-first-single) Shit's so good.

[uchiha]

I can't wait for my pre-order to arrive.. it can't come fast enough

[TSLROCKS]

New song is easily one of my favorite Person L songs. Soooo good

[amazingest]

I like Person L, but it seems like they don't care. Their live show is esquisit, and they make wonderful songs, and by all means that is what it should be about. But I would like to see more fan interaction, via the web. They always hang out after shows and are soo nice, but that only gets to happen once maybe every 3 months. In today's world of technology and up to date news, these guys fail to have decent updates or blogs, an interesting website or myspace page, and hardly any publicity from TV airplay, Radio, online video interviews, or just fun fan videos for fans. They havent released any new material in over a year, and have an album dropping this fall with no songs yet to be heard, no release date, no artwork, etc.

I am having a hard time following and even caring about these guys when I get to see them MAYBE once every 3-5 months and only 8 songs to follow.

twitter.com/personlmusic

should be getting pretty regular updates.

[KevinForReal]

twitter.com/personlmusic

should be getting pretty regular updates.


We arleady resolved this statement about 3 weeks ago. Conveniently I posted this TWO days before Person L added a new song, new videos, and updated their website..

Cant wait for the new Album yo12

[amazingest]

haha
sorry. i didnt read that far. any way, keep your eyes peeled for the goodness gracious video very soon.

[KevinForReal]

haha
sorry. i didnt read that far. any way, keep your eyes peeled for the goodness gracious video very soon.


hahaha, its all good!

Wait. Goodness Gracious Video? As in Music Video? What?!?

Hey, sidenote question... I bought Initial on Itunes right when it came out last summer... And in November of 2008 I dropped my laptop and the harddisk broke, so i had to get it replaced, losing all my pictures, songs, etc. I had Initial on my Ipod, but somehow my Ipod was cleared of all songs, leaving me without the album. Is there anyway I could get it back via Itunes or anything? Im not super opposed to buying it again, but if anyone knows how i can get it back that would be bomb.

[amazingest]

as in music video.

not sure about the lost files. maybe try to contact itunes.

[uchiha]

ahh! will we be seeing that video before or after the album is released??

[amazingest]

ahh! will we be seeing that video before or after the album is released??

soon! haha

[uchiha]

can't wait for this... god

[ShimmerAndSpill]

I hope the pre-orders come in a couple days before the release, that would be very nice.

[muttley]

LPs won't ship until December. That would be nice if they would email download links around the 17th so we don't have to wait.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Ah man really? I didn't know that. Yeah, I hope they do something like that, or I'm going to be forced to download the leak for it haha.

[muttley]

Their Myspace says the LP is available December 7th from Audible Diversion Group. I'm guessing the black variant from Academy Fight Song isn't affected by this unless you ordered it with the green/yellow splatter.

[pshh]

i really like what these guys have been doing lately

[uchiha]

me too, I have extremely high hopes for this release

both songs that have been released are fantastic, honestly can't wait for this

[ShimmerAndSpill]

I'm going to try and hold off from listening to anything until I get my copy of it, or at least until the release date. Might have to watch the video for Goodness Gracious if it drops in the next few days though.

[uchiha]

It will be hard to hold out if it leaks, but if the pre-orders ship this week then I don't see why I can't hold off

[KevinForReal]

The finalized Aaron Marsh "Untitled" is just plain rediculous.

[uchiha]

fuck yeah, untitled is so god damn good

[Viva Sonata]

Or, well... a change was going through me.

[uchiha]

just seven more days! TSL CD/DVD will hopefully hold me over until then

[anomaly519]

I honestly believe that Person L is one of the best bands around right now. Their music is so unbelievably incredible and really unlike anything else being made. I've seen them 12 times and each time I'm blown away. I've had the chance to hang out with them a lot and am happy to call them friends. Everyone in the band is super nice and down to earth as well as ridiculously talented. My band, The Climate, had the pleasure of opening for them in Cleveland last week and it was one of the best nights I've had. I see so many good things for this band in the future and I honestly cannot say enough praise for them. If you don't like them or haven't given them the chance then I am truly sorry for you cause you are missing out. Long live the L!

By the way, if you couldn't guess, The Positives is my album of the year. Absolutely fantastic.

[muttley]

And how.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

New record, is so good.

[KevinForReal]

oh, its oh so good.

how doesnt anyone know about them?

[ShimmerAndSpill]

This might be one of my top 3 albums of 2009.

[Viva Sonata]

Second best record of 09

[muttley]

Read it was way better than Initial. Is this true? How so?

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Read it was way better than Initial. Is this true? How so?

For me, it feels more dynamic, also that it's longer. The way the album flows and how different the songs are from each other makes it a great record I think. Also, I think Goodness Gracious is the best song Kenny Vesoli has ever written.

[KevinForReal]

Read it was way better than Initial. Is this true? How so?


The thing I love about Ken Vasoli is that he sets the bar higher with each and every thing he releases. From With Hopes of Starting Over all the way up to The Positives, his musical intelligence just keeps getting better. Not to downplay the bands he has played with and have contributed, but I am just blown away by how good he keeps getting. You don't have to love everyone of his songs, but damn, his material just keeps getting better and better-

[amazingest]

I honestly believe that Person L is one of the best bands around right now. Their music is so unbelievably incredible and really unlike anything else being made. I've seen them 12 times and each time I'm blown away. I've had the chance to hang out with them a lot and am happy to call them friends. Everyone in the band is super nice and down to earth as well as ridiculously talented. My band, The Climate, had the pleasure of opening for them in Cleveland last week and it was one of the best nights I've had. I see so many good things for this band in the future and I honestly cannot say enough praise for them. If you don't like them or haven't given them the chance then I am truly sorry for you cause you are missing out. Long live the L!

By the way, if you couldn't guess, The Positives is my album of the year. Absolutely fantastic.

thanks man!

yo, the climate was rad. check these dudes out!

[Viva Sonata]

Friend might be buying me a ticket to the UNH show and driving the both of us to it for an early birthday present. Unbeliveably stoked.

[TSLROCKS]

Anyone get their vinyls yet?

[muttley]

Nope. Still haven't heard the album either. :-/

[muttley]

Kenny and Aaron Gillespie need to put out an album. Yule Be Sorry is excellent!

[KevinForReal]

How can you have The Positives album art as your profile picture but not have listened to it yet? Just curious.

Anyway, I wonder how many units they have gotten rid of so far. Again, just curious. I know I bought it. Dece.

[muttley]

How can you have The Positives album art as your profile picture but not have listened to it yet? Just curious.

Lame, huh? It's my most anticipated for '09. I ordered it forever ago, but I haven't gotten my copy yet. The listening won't happen until then.

[Circa1628]

is the full length worth listening to if the EP didn't blow me away?

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Still haven't gotten my vinyl yet either, and I won't be able to know if I got until early January. Lame.

[TSLROCKS]

is the full length worth listening to if the EP didn't blow me away?

Hell yes! I wasn't crazy about the EP either but this album is much more cohesive and easily a much better album overall than Initials

[KevinForReal]

Lame, huh? It's my most anticipated for '09. I ordered it forever ago, but I haven't gotten my copy yet. The listening won't happen until then.



haha very lame. Kudos to you for not being illegal! haha.

[Circa1628]

Hell yes! I wasn't crazy about the EP either but this album is much more cohesive and easily a much better album overall than Initials
alright I will trust you on this based on your username

[FTeric]

Kenny and Aaron Gillespie need to put out an album. Yule Be Sorry is excellent!

i always end up listening to this song around the holidays but i have a new computer since last year and i lost it. do you have a link i could listen at? you can PM if you don't feel comfortable posting it on here.

[muttley]

i always end up listening to this song around the holidays but i have a new computer since last year and i lost it. do you have a link i could listen at? you can PM if you don't feel comfortable posting it on here.

Done and done.

[ktkicksit]

Kenny is a brilliant songwriter, no matter what band he is with...I wish Person L had a bigger following because he totally deserves it.

[Viva Sonata]

Bought The Positives yesterday. None of the record stores in my area had it, so I had to get it ordered. I was sorely disappointed.

[muttley]

Vinyl is shipping tomorrow.

[TSLROCKS]

Getting very impatient waiting for my vinyl! It better come tomorrow

[muttley]

Same here. Anyone know what kind of shipping they are using?

[muttley]

Got my Audible Diversion stuff. :-d
Anyone get their Academy Fight Song orders?

[TSLROCKS]

Got my Audible Diversion stuff. :-d
Anyone get their Academy Fight Song orders?

I got my Academy Fight Song order yesterday!

[muttley]

I got my Academy Fight Song order yesterday!

Sweet! How is it?

[muttley]

Good Days is so good.

[jordalsh]

the full length is fantastic, I got it for christmas

[Juan Jose]

The Positives is way better than initial "I sing the body electric" has to be their best song

[KevinForReal]

#4 ALBUM of the year by Alternative Press!

[muttley]

Congrats to 'em!

[hooray!]

I started really getting into the Starting Line in the past year and found out about this band and I love it. Btw, I'm really high right now and Person L is sounding really good haha. What other bands are similar to Person L ?

[T-bag]

Generic,boring & Cliche. Not Punk.

[anomaly519]

thanks man!

yo, the climate was rad. check these dudes out!



Hey thanks, Charlie! Sorry it took me awhile to find this, haha.

[muttley]

Generic,boring & Cliche. Not Punk.

I kind of hope you're trolling.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Pretty sure he is.

[muttley]

Yeah, I should have looked at his profile.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

It's annoying but slightly funny at times.

[muttley]

If I could only listen to one of Person L's albums for whatever reason, I think it would be Initial. I really like The Positives, but I feel like it hasn't fully set in.

Anyone else feel this way?

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Maybe if Initial had Goodness Gracious and Hole in the Fence and or Untitled.

[Viva Sonata]

If I could only listen to one of Person L's albums for whatever reason, I think it would be Initial. I really like The Positives, but I feel like it hasn't fully set in.

Anyone else feel this way?

Untitled belonged on Initial. Somewhere on it. Maybe before Storms. But you're right. I've been listening to this record for months and I still prefer Initial.

[as_we_learn]

I was on my way back from Philadelphia and saw Kenny at the Trenton Transit Center, what a good day.

[muttley]

Songwriting has begun for a new LP, but he and the band are in the process of working on an EP that seems very interesting. The idea is to go a bit lo-fi and use not only common objects to build instrumentally, but use lo-fi recording techniques as well. He hopes to have that EP out by the end of the year
http://absolutepunk.net/journal.php?do=showentry&e=262982




Pretty excited for new music.

[muttley]

Bumping because I feel like it.

[aradiantsunrise]

<3 this band.

[pennie]

I've been listening to The Positives since it came out but I've never heard Initial would it be worth my time checking it out?

[muttley]

I've been listening to The Positives since it came out but I've never heard Initial would it be worth my time checking it out?

Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes.

[pennie]

Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes.

I'll go pick it up now so!

[ShimmerAndSpill]

"Good Days" is sooooo good live, they absolutely killed it when I saw them.

[HoldThatSound]

the positives was so good. same with initial

[jessicaa__]

I saw them in November and in March. Both times they were fantastic. Kenny Vasoli has such amazing stage presence.

[muttley]

Hopefully they'll tour again soon.


Just in case any members are lurking the thread, what projects (if any) were Charlie and Nate involved with before Person L?

[muttley]

New interview (http://vimeo.com/11918837)

[aradiantsunrise]

Will check that out.

[pennie]

Really good interview. It's so obvious Kenny loves doing this.

[HoldThatSound]

great interview

[WhitestKidUKnow]

Apparently one of my friends might be recording them this summer. I'm stoked.

[muttley]

This summer? Hot damn!

[ShimmerAndSpill]

He said he's doing something where he's using pots and pans as instruments or something along the lines of that.

[TSLROCKS]

He said he's doing something where he's using pots and pans as instruments or something along the lines of that.

Haha I think I heard something about this. Making an album out of everyday objects without a real studio or instruments or anything like that if I'm not mistaken. Sounds interesting as shit. Curious to see how it actually comes out. I'm sure it'll at the very least be one of the more creative ways of attempting to make a song no less an album. Hopefully it's decent

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Haha I think I heard something about this. Making an album out of everyday objects without a real studio or instruments or anything like that if I'm not mistaken. Sounds interesting as shit. Curious to see how it actually comes out. I'm sure it'll at the very least be one of the more creative ways of attempting to make a song no less an album. Hopefully it's decent

I think he also said that they would use conventional instruments as well. He was talking about just using stuff that's in his house. Should be very interesting.

[muttley]

Wooden Soldiers Remix (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4pzwXwren0)

I could listen to it considering the original song, but remixes aren't my thing.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Haha, I like it.

[muttley]

Why don't you put it right here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SF25VQ4VeaY)

[WhitestKidUKnow]

Why don't you put it right here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SF25VQ4VeaY)
That song's my ringtone!

[fanberlinboy]

Why don't you put it right here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SF25VQ4VeaY)
Best Person L song. The part where it's just drums is amazing.

[muttley]

Best Person L song. The part where it's just drums is amazing.
Love the way it sounded in the vid.

[muttley]

The Positives for $5 (http://www.amazon.com/The-Positives/dp/B002TNHRDO/ref=sr_shvl_album_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1280783085&sr=301-1). Get on it if you haven't already.

[aradiantsunrise]

Good deal. Already bought it on iTunes a while back and got the LP. Go me.

[muttley]

"House Sounds" is good stuff.

[muttley]

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[zack-182]

Kenny announced last night that the split with Weatherbox is finally a go
http://propertyofzack.com/post/1058157463/propertyofzack-exclusive-person-l

[muttley]

Kenny announced last night that the split with Weatherbox is finally a go
http://propertyofzack.com/post/1058157463/propertyofzack-exclusive-person-l
Best news I've heard in a while.

[muttley]

Another new song. Put a smile on my face.
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[zack-182]

Kenny has confirmed the split with Weatherbox, a lo-fi acoustic album, and that the band with be releasing a new album to follow up the positives next year

http://propertyofzack.com/post/1127649881/propertyofzack-interview-person-l

[muttley]

So many things to be excited for. :celebrate:The "House Sounds" title finally clicked for me.

[muttley]

Person L/Francesqa split EP (http://scyllarecords.bandcamp.com/album/person-l-francesqa-split-ep)
Seems like this kind of slipped under the radar as it's been out since August 30th. L tracks include Goodness Gracious and an unreleased track (digital only) entitled "Seesaw."

[muttley]

Academy Fight Song is putting out the Francesqa split. Digital and 7".

http://store.academyfightsong.com/products/6442

[ShimmerAndSpill]

How is Seesaw?

[muttley]

It's good. "Bluesy" describes it well. You can hear it at Scylla Records' Bandcamp page. The Francesqa songs aren't bad, either.

[ShimmerAndSpill]

Ah, I was hoping it was more around what Hole in the Fence sounds like, but that's okay.

[muttley]

Yeah, same here.

[muttley]

The anticipation for the Weatherbox split is driving me bananas.

[muttley]

Been playing Initial a lot the last couple days. Jamz.

[megan_f]

I am interviewing Brian Medlin (one of Person L's drummers) tomorrow. Does anyone have any questions that they would like me to ask him?

He's got a whole singer-songwriter thing going on -- see www.brianmedlinmusic.com

[megan_f]

Interviewed Brian Medlin (one of Person L's drummers) a few weeks ago about his solo stuff ( www.brianmedlinmusic.com ) and about Person L

Submitted it as a news story--hopefully AP publishes the full interview. The interview contains some important news about Person L's future...

[muttley]

The interview contains some important news about Person L's future...
You have my attention. Where can I find it if it doesn't get posted?

[WhitestKidUKnow]

I am interviewing Brian Medlin (one of Person L's drummers) tomorrow. Does anyone have any questions that they would like me to ask him?

He's got a whole singer-songwriter thing going on -- see www.brianmedlinmusic.com
Ah I wish I saw this so I could have had you ask if the Minor Times (one of his old bands) was going to put on a final show or if the Halloween one a couple of years ago was it haha.

[megan_f]

You have my attention. Where can I find it if it doesn't get posted?

Brian has told me he will put it on his fanpage -- http://www.facebook.com/medlinmusic -- if my university's newspaper does not put it online anytime soon. Check out his solo stuff-- his LP In Bedlam is his best yet, it's online for free on his website.

Hopefully this gets posted on AP...I've never submitted anything before, but it's a decent interview and lets everyone know what Person L is doing / not doing and will definitely fuel a tonnnnnn of speculation

[megan_f]

Ah I wish I saw this so I could have had you ask if the Minor Times (one of his old bands) was going to put on a final show or if the Halloween one a couple of years ago was it haha.

Medlin is pretty cool, you can try to post post the question on his personal Facebook fan page.

[megan_f]

Person L is "on a hiatus."

Interview with Brian Medlin (drummer) can be found here -- http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/Brian_Medlin/piecedtogetherarticle.jpg

[Viva Sonata]

Seesaw is fantastic, but I'm a little depressed that Person L on hiatus.

[megan_f]

i'm kinda surprised that more TSL fans didn't come in and blow this up / connect the dots between TSL's tweet and this.

Person L > TSL

[muttley]

:bluesad:

My usual question is, do we still get the Weatherbox split?

[muttley]

Wives (http://thepinktriangle.bandcamp.com/)

Charlie and Brian's new project.

[janinedeleon]

band definitely has my respect.

[muttley]

According to Weatherbox's Facebook, the split is back in business through Youth Conspiracy.

[muttley]

Weatherbox split is up for pre-order.

http://youthconspiracy.bigcartel.com/product/person-l-weatherbox-split-ep

[CollectiveConfusion]

Thinking of buying the split..

[muttley]

This is the song you were talking about.

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