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The Billboard "Perfectly poised to be the next album you fall in love with."
- Jason Tate
In the commotion of the ever changing indie rock scene, tranquil and refreshing ambient sextet Lydia arise poised. Boasting soft male vs. female vocals over a moody, introspective wall of sound led by melodic guitars and keys, this group of high school friends have garnered some serious buzz in the underground with their compelling songs and tender approach. Formed in 2003 in Gilbert, AZ, the band underwent a few shake-ups before settling on its current roster: lead vocalist/ guitarist Leighton Antelman, back up vocalist/ keyboardist Mindy White, guitarists Steve McGraw and Ethan Koozer, bassist Evan Aranbul and drummer Craig Taylor. In 2004, Lydia won a contest with Blink-182 owned Atticus Clothing, resulting in their appropriately titled track "Smile, You've Won" being included on the Atticus compilation Drag the Lake, Vol. 3. Their debut album, This December: It's One More and I'm Free was released on HourZero that following year, and Lydia hit the open road with notable slots on the Zumiez Couch Tour, Vans Warped Tour and Bamboozle Festival. Since signing to Linc Star Records in 2007, Lydia have been hard at work on their much anticipated sophomore release. Look for Illuminate in March 2008, and look for Lydia on tour and in your favorite music magazines. Similar Artists | |
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01:46 PM on 03/27/11 | Heard about this band about a week ago - been listening to them non-stop since then. Incredible. Gutted they broke up  | | |
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05:17 PM on 01/19/11 | love you guys, i wish you could stay but all these project that are emerging from this i guess ill be just fine here | | |
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03:02 AM on 07/27/10 | -=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-===-=-=-=-===-=  Your music has only been in my possession for a good year but it already has affected me greatly.
It really hurts to see a band that I felt was destined for the greatest of things to dissolve before my eyes. Not that you haven't done great things, of course. All three of your albums share several traits that not many bands can say they have: consistency in passion, fantastic lyrics, and some of the best musicianship of my young life. Not even old enough to drink or legally drive.
Leighton, whatever led to the breakup of your band is pointless. You are a fantastic singer. Under whatever circumstance I look forward to your talent in anything else that you do. You have greatly affected my singing and are such a major influence when writing.
Regardless, you guys will hopefully be around in the future. I will have my eyes open. Whatever you guys (Leighton, Craig, whoever else) plan to do with your careers, I'll be looking forward to it. Truly one of the most unique and under appreciated bands of my generation and once again it's a shame to watch you guys leave.
Good Luck
-Darrick
P.S. Assailants is superb. Way to hit it home. | | |
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08:49 AM on 03/05/09 | wonder if all time low will be at their show tonight in nyc. looks like it! | | |
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03:12 PM on 10/20/08 | Definitely put out some amazing music and a fantastic show. I'm excited to catch them again next month! | | |
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12:50 PM on 10/20/08 | SICKKKKKKK BAND. saw them live...blown away. | | |
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10:11 PM on 08/26/08 | congrats on getting signed :)
x | | |
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06:01 PM on 05/06/08 | i love the new cd like crazy. haha. =].
went to see them in atlanta, it was absolutely amazing. <3
i hope they come to tennesse soon | | |
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07:51 AM on 04/27/08 | You all are so talented and Illuminate is amazing. One More Day is officially one of my new favorite songs. PLEASE COME BACK TO FLORIDA
(haha the song started playing on my iPod as I as typing this) | | |
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10:51 PM on 04/14/08 | new album = really really good | | |
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01:48 PM on 04/02/08 | Boozles gunna rock with u guys. | | |
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04:35 AM on 03/31/08 | Come to India... we love you Lydia! | | |
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