Let the accolades begin….
Mar 202015
DEAD SARA to Perform on NBC’s Late Night With Seth Meyers
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Mar 132015
The band will also be performing their new single “Something Good” for the first time on national television on April 1st on NBC’s Late Night with Seth Meyers.
Mar 122015
Dead Sara has revealed a brand new track “Something Good” from their highly anticipated forthcoming album “Pleasure To Meet You.”
The track premiered on NYLON.com and is now available to purchase as an instant-grat on iTunes here.
Feb 172015
“Heart-Shaped Box” by Dead Sara (Cover of original Nirvana Song) won an award for best “Song, Original or Adapted” at the National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers (NAVGTR) 14th annual awards program. To see full press release and awards click HERE
Get Your Copy at iTunes: Dead Sara – Heart Shaped Box
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The DEADicated (Dead Sara Fan Club) have sites all around the world.
Dead Sara’s “Lemon Scent” Video #5 of Top 10 Videos For Year 2013 – Loudwire.com
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May 182013
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DEAD SARA | EL REY THEATER | MAY 9, 2013
I can’t remember the last time I was in a mosh pit. In fact… if I’m remembering correctly … the last true mosh pit I was in was for a Let’s Go Bowling show back, back, back in the day. Like… back in my ska days when I used to wear khakis with suspenders, a wife beater and my Doc Martins. On May 9, 2013, I went to see Dead Sara, and for the first time in forever, I found myself reliving my youthful abandon, smack dab in what was perhaps one of the most intense concert experiences I’ve had in a while.
Sometime last year, driving in my car, I heard a hard, rocking song with some bad-ass female vocals on the radio called “Weatherman”. After the song ended, the disc jockey said that the name of the band was Dead Sara. I hardly listen to terrestrial radio these days, but god bless the ways of old, otherwise I probably wouldn’t have heard about the band.
Later that week, before a blind date, I went to Amoeba Records to pick up a copy of their self-titled, debut, full-length album. The chick I was with was a musician who was into hard, classic rock, so I decided to play the album for her on our way to dinner to she what she thought.
The album was very, very good. It was so much more intense than other female fronted rock bands that have been releasing albums recently. It’s a no holds barred album. Intense power rock but at the same time extremely vulnerable. The lead singer’s (Emily Armstrong) voice is filled with such strength and passion (plus it sounds pretty!) which contrasts the steady lead guitar riffs of Siouxsie Medley, and made me recall another female rock duo … Heart, anyone? But Dead Sara’s rock is much more blistering than Heart’s. It’s the kind of music that boils the adrenaline in the veins … even with the vulnerable sensitive songs.
About half way through the album, my date suggested that she wasn’t feeling the music as much as I was, and that kind of put a damper on the date, because …. Well … I’m a music snob, and I didn’t understand why she didn’t like the album as much as I did. I told her that I’d call her sometime … I didn’t.
When I got home from the date, I went online to see when they’d be performing. I assumed, since they are Los Angeles based, they would be playing some gigs locally. But when I logged on to their website, there were a bunch of dates having them open up for Muse at large venues (in Los Angeles, The Staples Center). Muse? Seriously?
I’m not a Muse fan. They were hyped as a headliner for Coachella one year, but when I saw them perform then, it was soooo not my thing, that I left to catch another act. Muse’s single, at the time, was “Madness” and that song reminded me of Savage Garden. Nope. As much as I wanted to see Dead Sara perform, I wasn’t going to buy a ticket for Muse to see them do a short opening set from the rafters of the Staples Center. “C’est la vie,” I thought. Maybe some other time. I followed their Facebook page, and life went on.
Months later, I get a Facebook “notification” that Dead Sara was playing the El Rey theater. Now, THAT was more my speed. Immediately, I got online and purchased tickets. Glad I did it that day, as tickets for the show sold out. From then, I waited.
It was my buddy’s Steve’s birthday, so I invited him to join me for the show. He was coming from rehearsing for a gig (opening for Motorhead at Nokia Live!!), so I told him that I would either be outside hanging out or waiting in line for merchandise. While I was outside in the patio area, I noticed someone who looked vaguely familiar. Holy shit. It was Siouxsie and … what’s his name … uhh … the drummer … lol. Unfortunately, I didn’t know the drummers name (it’s Sean Friday), but they didn’t seemed bothered by it. I told them how long I had waited to see them perform, and they were cool enough to let me snap a group shot to post on Instagram.
I left them alone to handle their business, and I went over to the merch line to pick up a limited edition 7’’ release of their newest single “Lemon Scent”. I’m glad I got in line early for merchandise, as the line for merch was LONG. So long, that I was afraid that I wouldn’t be able to get the vinyl treasure I wanted. My buddy met me in line, and after purchasing the merch and as soon as the prior act had finished their set, we decided to try to get as close up front as we could. We got about 5-7 rows from the front, and we waited. Every minute we waited, we could feel the crowd slowly pushing up against our backs. That was sign. A sign that it was about to get pretty nuts.
When the band took the stage, they started the set with a mellow song called “Sorry For It All”. After that, fireworks. Dead Sara lit the fuse with “Test My Patience” and that fire burned scalding through “I Said You Were Lucky”. I know how that fire burned. I was in the middle of the mosh pit as soon as it erupted. For 15-20 minutes straight, I was lost in aggressive moshing. My “technique” for fending off people that were going really crazy came back to me, and I was able to float around an area with a radius of about 3 feet.
Thank god, Dead Sara broke up the intensity with “Face to Face”. After that three song stint of mosh songs, my shirt was drenched with sweat and I’m sure I got a few bruises along the way. I assessed what other really hard songs would lead to moshing, and I could only think of “Weatherman” so I stayed where I was, figuring that I would make my way towards the edges later in their set. By the way, I had no idea where my buddy was. I guess he couldn’t hang. Lol.
Dead Sara’s album is good. Watching them perform is better. I spent my time in awe of Emily’s live vocals and the connection the whole band had with the audience. The performance reached a high point when Emily absolutely DESTROYED her guitar on stage. It totally felt right. From there, the band went on to perform Rage Against The Machine’s “Killing In The Name Of”. If Zac and Emily squared off, I’d put my money on Emily.
After the set, my buddy and kicked it a while afterwards. He actually knew some people there and was shooting the shit. Me, I was waiting to see if a bid I placed on a one-of-kind autographed, painted, concert poster won out. It didn’t.
When we were kicked out of the El Rey, we hung out in front just to decompress. Sean and Chris Null (the bassist) were moving equipment, and- being always prepared- I asked them to sign the LP and the poster I had picked up. Since I had two signatures, I had to wait for Emily and Siouxsie, right? Patience pays off, as they soon followed, and I was able to snag signatures from the entire band. If you want to check out some other music treasure of mine, click through on this link.
If anything, watching Dead Sara at the El Rey proved three things in my eyes: (i) I fall in infatuation to easily with chicks who can shred an axe, (ii) Dead Sara is a female-fronted rock band that can melt your face off, and kick you in the ass, and is here to stay, and (iii) yes, you need to see them live … just make sure you invite me to come with.
Set list is below. My video clips from the show are below as well.
- Sorry for It All
- Test on My Patience
- Monumental Holiday
- I Said You Were Lucky
- Face to Face
- Dear Love
- Feeling Empty
- Whispers & Ashes
- Lemon Scent
- Killing in the Name (Rage Against the Machine cover) (Freedom Outro)
Encore
- Blue Was the Feeling For You
- Weatherman
Dead Sara Reviews – MUSE Tour
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Mar 032013
Review: Dead Sara live.
February 28, 2013 By R.T. RobesonDead Sara, a hard rock band from Los Angeles, performed at the Amway Center on Monday as the opening act for Muse.
Standing safely inside the Amway Center, glancing out the panoramic windows on the terrace level, I watched downtown Orlando get positively soaked from the kind of torrential downpour more typical of the rainy season in June than of February. The skies seemed dark and ominous, almost threatening, as if something far worse than a mere rainstorm was on the way.
Storms like that can set a mood — dark, edgy, and moody.
I had no idea, until I got inside the arena, how perfectly Dead Sara’s performance would match that feeling.
I can admit that I hadn’t heard of Dead Sara, or even shown up for them, when I got to the Amway on Monday. The Los Angeles-based heavy metal band was the opening act for the headliner, Muse, and I was sufficiently impressed by their sound to want to learn more about them.
Opening acts are interesting, in that most people in the crowd don’t show up to see them. They’re more like an added bonus for the concert, like a set of appetizers served before the main course arrives. Chances are, you may not have heard of the opening act, and, like me, it’s your introduction to their sound.
While I was waiting for the show to begin, a middle-aged couple approached me and asked if I had ever seen Muse perform live before. I said I hadn’t.
“Then you’re in for a real treat,” the woman said, adding that she and her husband has just seen the band from England perform live in Tampa.
“They put on quite a show,” she said.
As it turns out, she was right. Muse goes all out, employing a striking number of visual effects to complement their sound — from strobe lights to videos. It’s an extravagant show.
Dead Sara, on the other hand, mostly performed in the dark, allowing their songs to carry the show.
“Dead Sara’s sound is more muddy,” the woman said, and after seeing them perform, I didn’t necessarily disagree — but that’s not a criticism. Dead Sara, as it turns out, has a unique grunge rock sound — think Nirvana, particularly some of that band’s slower but still darkly moody songs. They were not your typical radio-friendly top 40 fare — their sound is far more interesting than that — haunting, challenging, and intense, creating sounds ranging from anger to quiet reflection. They were not what I was expecting.
The band only played for 30 minutes, before exiting the stage to make way for the headlining act. But during that half hour, I found myself caught up in lead singer Emily Armstrong’s stunning vocals. She noted that the band had played in Orlando before, at House of Blues.
Then, looking out at the audience in the arena, Armstrong said, “The last time we played here at House of Blues, was anybody there?”
There was no burst of applause from the audience, no loud cheers or people waving their hands. That prompted Armstrong to laugh and say, “Oh my God, is it quiet in here tonight!”
I knew then that Dead Sara was introducing itself to the audience. In fact, when they had finished their last song, Armstrong said
“We are Dead Sara from Los Angeles, California.” And when the crowd cheered, she added, “We love you, too. You guys ready for Muse?”
I left the Amway that night sufficiently intrigued by the band to check them out on the Internet. What I learned is that Dead Sara consists of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Armstrong, backed by Sean Friday on drums, Siouxsie Medley on lead guitar, and Chris Null on bass. The band released its debut album, Dead Sara, last year, along with a single, “Weatherman.” Their work did not go unnoticed. Dead Sara received the “Best New Rock Group” award at the Third annual Vegas Rocks! Magazine Awards 2012 on Aug. 26, 2012 and got nominated for a RadioContraband Rock Radio Award as “Indie Artist of the Year” 2012.
Dead Sara opened its show with a shattering guitar blast that created a potent segway for Armstrong’s vocal skills — from a howling guttural wail to a gentle near-whisper for a beautifully melodic ballad. Their sound is a unique mix of blues, grunge, heavy metal and Goth — more of a European sound, in a sense, than an urban American type of rock.
Along the way, Armstrong delivered an electrifying performance, as the heavy metal guitars created the perfect wave for her screams of passion, despair and wonder.
I left the Amway more impressed with Dead Sara than Muse, and I hope the band finds an audience and continues to develop its unique sound. Like many a good opening act, they can startle and impress you by the unexpected quality of their talent.
To learn more about the band, log on to their Web site at Dead Sara. Contact R.T. Robeson at FreelineOrlando@gmail.com.
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Muse and Dead Sara Deliver At Packed United Center
eds of thousands of MUSE fans around the US seeing them for the first time. The band has come through Chicago before on Warped Tour and Riot Fest. We also had the pleasure of covering them at Sunset Strip Music Festival last year where Emily Armstrong sat in with The Doors on vocals for a memorable performance honoring the band at the House of Blues LA. Dead Sara has even toured before with Chicago’s own Chevelle, so there certainly were fans of Dead Sara in the United Center last night. Dead Sara is a band that has planted seeds in the fertile soils of Chicago before however, this was the first arena tour the band hasever been on. Even Armstrong herself pointed out during the bands set that it was cool to stop and talk to the front rows of the audience as if the show was in a small club while actually standing 10 ft from the front row in a packed arena . Musically, Armstrong’s vocals inject into your heart like a shot of adrenaline as she conveys every word and every note from deep within her soul. It is as if she channels the great soulful artists of rock and roll pasts such as Janis Joplin creating memorable performance moments. She even got on top of the bands 8×10 bass cabinet to thank Chicago before jumping off into mid air scissor kicking her legs to each side… Although it was obvious that not many people in the large arena knew the songs, many however could be seen grooving to each of the songs as if they realized one by one they were discovering a great new up and coming band. In a world full of opening bands that might fade from an audiences memory, Dead Sara will be remembered in the minds and hearts of MUSE fans all over America seeing them for the first time.Dead Sara Setlist:
Blue Was the Feeling for You (unreleased)
After about a 30 minute setup period the crew cleared the stage, the house lights once again went dark and MUSE for just under 2 hour period showed a packed house at the United Center how to create and deliver an emotional prog-rock focused audio and visual experience. The show itself is a spectacular designed specifically with the audiences perspective in mind. From beginning to end everyone in attendance is taken on a journey through every kind of emotional moment known to man (or women). Through the use of audio and video resources and production the band and crew created moments of resistance, aggression, passion, sweet solitude, and awe all at the hands of one of the most dynamic rock bands in the world. The survivalist messages that ring throughout almost every MUSE song became anthems amongst loud cheers. Although the band is certainly not the most original in the world, they make up for it through production and delivery. Every square inch of the gigantic stage was utilized as a giant video screen. The performance itself was being filmed and footage from the cameras could be seen on screens interlaced with the band on the stage. There was not much that this show did not have production wise. There was smoke, there were lasers, there was lots of intelligent lighting. There was an extension in front of the stage that allowed for Bellamy and Wolstenholme to go closer to the crowd on some songs. The set design was brilliant with a pyramid of video screens raining down from the rafters after the first song. The band itself did not talk to the audience much during the 2 hours. It was almost as if the show is so planned out with music and production that there just isn’t time to engage in a conversation with the audience. The band did perform well. Matthew Bellamy’s voice sounded as good as it did the last time the band was in Chicago. Christopher Wolstenholme and Dominic Howard also performed well each adding their personalities into the mix. There were some amazing moments of music too. At the conclusion of Hysteria right before the band played Animals, Bellamy came down onto the extension of the stage and performed an interpretation of part of the Star Spangled Banner on guitar to an extremely loud roar of cheers from all over the arena, as if to pay tribute to the country (USA) that really has become a second home to the band. Just after Knights of Cydonia, Wolstenholme alone in the light on the stage began Monty Jam with a harmonica solo that got everyone clapping along. Overall, it was a fantastic grandioso, innovative, exciting musical experience from beginning to end showcasing one of the biggest rock bands in the world.
Song wise, some highlights of the 2 hour set included: Panic Station, Resistance, Hysteria, Knights of Cydonia, Follow Me, Madness, Uprising, and an encore featuring Starlight and Survival.
MUSE @ United Center, Chicago, IL on March 5th 2013 Setlist
Supremacy
Supermassive Black Hole
Panic Station
Resistance
Hysteria
(Star-Spangled Banner intro)
Animals
Knights of Cydonia
(Man with a Harmonica intro)
Monty Jam
Explorers
Follow Me
Sunburn
Liquid State
Madness
Undisclosed Desires
Time Is Running Out
Stockholm Syndrome
(Rage Against the Machine’s Freedom outro)
The 2nd Law: Isolated System
Uprising
(Extended outro)
Encore:
Starlight
Survival
See Original Article here: ChicagoMusicMagazine.com
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Jan 142012
Dead Sara played to a sold out crowd at the Troubadour in Los Angeles on Tuesday January 10th. Read some of the reviews here:
Dead Sara At The Troubadour
If there were any doubt that 2012 was going to be Dead Sara’s year, the L.A. quartet’s scorching performance on Tuesday at the Troubadour quashed it. When we first heard from Emily Armstrong, Siouxsie Medley, Chris Null and Sean Friday last June, they had planned to release an album last August. But they bode their time and were rewarded when Pocket Kid Records, the imprint that had signed them in 2010, got a distribution deal late last year with Fontana/Universal. Their self-titled debut will finally arrive in May. Dead Sara had “arrived” for many L.A. fans long before that — Armstrong’s big pipes, backed by Medley’s guitar riffs and the rhythms of Null and Friday, have given hard-rock fans something fresh for their estimable appetites. And the crowd on Tuesday at the sold-out Troubadour ate it up. (more)
Dead Sara and Last In Class @ The Troubadoor
Pure rock and roll, Dead Sara oozes it from their pores in sweat and tears. As anticipation grew in this sold-out Troubadour crowd, Emily Armstrong started off with the slow-burning rock ballad “Sorry For It All” showcasing her powerful vocals, reaching deep into the depths of her soul. Soon afterwards, Dead Sara gave the fans what they paid to see -fierce and blistering guitars let loose over rock-anthem-like choruses in “Lemon Scent,” “Test My Patience” and “Face to Face.” And when Dead Sara launched into their soon-to-be mega hit “Weatherman” you almost forgot you were watching a rock show in the 450 capacity Troubadour and not in a venue like Staples Center that holds thousands. Dead Sara next plays at The Slidebar in Fullerton on Jan. 20th and then The Bootleg Theater in L.A. on Feb. 2nd. Get tiks while they last. (more)
Dead Sara
Last night I saw Dead Sara at The Troubadour. It was a true rock show. Their stage presence was out of control. It was a change to see a band that wasn’t using the bells and whistles of technology. Check out the song Face to Face, slower song and reminds me of Cold Flame by Band of Skulls. Weatherman is a hit- (more)
Jan 012012
Although we have not released Dead Sara’s new album yet, they have already begun getting “best new band” titles: read the full article here: http://www.zoiksonline.com/2011/12/scarlett-johansson-nude-herman-cains-9.html
“Best New Band: This is a tough one. There have been many groups worthy of fitting into this category. That’s why there is a tie. I know, I took the easy way out – get over it.
The first is Dead Sara, whose self-titled debut album sounds like a veteran group’s fifth effort. This female fronted group, courtesy of Emily Armstrong, opened up for Bush and their album is one of the best of the year. And I’m talking about albums from all bands – new and seasoned. Check them out. You won’t regret it.
The second is The Pretty Reckless, led by former “Gossip Girl” actress Taylor Momsen. Their debut album, “Light Me Up,” debuted at number two on iTunes and the band has just wrapped up touring with Evanescence and Guns n’ Roses. Talk about two great tours.”
Dec 112011
“Hat’s off to Pocket Kid records as well for finding what will be the best band of 2012 in my estimation…I’m sad I didn’t know this band before they got their big break. I would have sold most everything I own to sign this band. Emily Amstrong is the best female rock singer of 2011. YES I SAID IT, I have the balls to say it! The best…This band will be a house hold name in 2012, The record label hit gold with this one. I wish them both the best and thank them for bringing Dead Sara’s Music to our ears.”
– Over The Top, TheNeverEndingStage.com (Dec 01, 2011)
– Over The Top, TheNeverEndingStage.com (Dec 01, 2011)
” If you call yourself a fan of rock music, you will soon be calling yourself a fan of Dead Sara! ”
– Future Rock Stars (Nov 30, 2011)
“When was the last time you listened to an entire record and didn’t hit the ‘skip’ button? When was the last time you listened to an entire record and every song reached out, grabbed you by the throat and screamed to your heart, “WAKE UP”!!!! When was the last time an entire record actually did wake you up from the emotional slumber that the last decade of monotonous music has sent you in to? In my opinion music has been in a coma for over a decade, but here is a band that’s about to breathe life into your life! Go listen to Weatherman and see if it doesn’t make you feel like you can take on the world! Go listen to a few other songs and see what kind of emotions they inspire: Dead Sara….And as far as music goes, this crap works better than any other crap out there!”
– Crap That Works (Dec 04, 2011)
Sep 282011
Dead Sara delivers at the Neptune in Seattle
Dead Sara’s Emily Armstrong live at the Neptune Theater in Seattle.
It’s a rare and wonderful thing when you get to see a band live that is so obviously destined for big things in the near future. Dead Sara is one of those bands.
Now we’re not much for gushing here at the American Rock Scene usually, but this past Thursday we got the chance to get our mind’s blown by Los Angeles-based Dead Sara, who opened for Bush at the Neptune in Seattle.
Coming into the show we were familiar with the band’s single “Weatherman”, 4-minutes, 24-seconds of music that hearkens back to the frenetic energy of early Jane’s Addiction.
Live, the band parlayed that energy into a electrifying set, amplified even further by lead singer Emily Armstrong’s aggressive, but versatile vocals and stage-as-a-jungle-gym-presence, as she used amps, road cases and the drum kit as launching pads during the set.
Musically the band finds balance with guitarist Siouxsie Medley driving the band with straight-ahead riffage, augmented with mood-enhancing flourishes. The bottom is ably held down by bassist Chris Null and drummer Sean Friday.
We think you’ll definitely be hearing more from this band, so if you get a chance to catch them live, don’t miss it!!!
Photos: Dead Sara @ the Neptune
Dead Sara opened for Bush last Thursday night in Seattle with a performance at the Neptune Theater. The quartet from Los Angeles played a passionate set that got me totally into them immediately. My favorite song was “Lemon Scent,” with its awesome guitar riff. Actually all their songs had such great guitar work, and the vocals by Emily Armstrong knock you off your feet. I am waiting patiently for this band to return to Seattle. I also have to get pix of drummer Sean Friday, who was just out of view. This band is just so cool.
BlackBeatSeattle.com (See lots of photos here!)
DEAD SARA LIVE AT THE SLIDEBAR 9/4/11
I had the pleasure of seeing Dead Sara once again at the Slidebar in Fullerton last Sunday night!
There are a few bands that I can actually watch live more than 2-3 times before they just bore the f**k out of me! Dead Sara never bores me…. In fact it seems like they just keep sounding better and better! They are my favorite live act for sure and their album comes out October 11th. Trust me when I tell you to go buy it and you WILL like it! I have been lucky to hear most of it and have been blasting it at level 10 in my car as I drive around OC. It helps the drive but I get so pumped up I almost crash into people! This is how they were live on Sunday night. I know that might seem odd to understand but I do get pumped up when they play live. I need a chiropractor for my neck because I was head banging like a 14 year old seeing Metallica for the very first time! I think I spilled 3 beers all over myself and others in the crowd.
When you get a chance to hang with the Dead Sara they are extremely nice and very approachable. BUT…. when they get on stage and jump into songs like Test my Patience and Weather Man the band will kick your f**king ass into oblivion! That is how I can best describe them…. GO SEE THEM and BUY THEIR NEW CD when it comes out!
Dead Sara Hemmingway’s Lounge in Hollywood
Los Angeles based rock group Dead Sara have created a strong following in the independent scene within the past year. After playing countless venues throughout southern California, the four-piece ensemble continuously delivers mesmerizing performances while gaining new fans at every show. The unpredictability and intense energy portrayed by the band instantly leave audiences desperately craving for more.
Dead Sara returned to Hemmingway’s Lounge in Hollywood where they filmed their latest music video “Sorry For It All.” The antique and history driven vibes from the venue proved to be too much to contain as they jumped back and forth on the small stage. Lead singer Emily Armstrong’s vocal range invoked passion and dedication with every note, delivering yet another breath taking performance. Her versatility continued while playing rhythm guitars and shrieking wildly into the microphone. Lead guitarist Siouxsie Medley’s calm demeanor provided the counter balance to Emily’s personality, fusing a solid on stage collaboration of force and power.
Although an official album has yet to be released, dedicated fans already had favorite songs to sing along to throughout the night. “Weatherman, We Are What You Say” and “Sorry For It All” had the audience shouting out the lyrics in unison with Emily. The wild and fast paced drumbeats Sean Friday released onto the crowd had Emily tossing and turning across the floor in desperation. Chris Null’s throbbing bass lines sent everyone in the front row into a head-banging trance accompanied by scattered fist pumps and loud cheers.
With radio waves oversaturated by repetitive music, Dead Sara comes across as a diamond in the rough. Their sound could easily be placed as a 90’s post grunge addition with a fast paced modern splash. They have the stage presence and live energy to explode at any moment. Their ambitious cravings and thirst more spotlights leaves them with one goal, “Tour the world and play your house party.” Dead Sara’s self-titled debut is scheduled for release this fall. The album is currently available for streaming off their website, with links to social medias sites. Dead Sara is a must see act, their contagious energy is destined for greener pastures. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to catch an up and coming act at a small venue.
Sep 282011
“One thing becomes very clear upon listening to Dead Sara’s self-titled debut full length album: this band will not be flying under the radar for long. Fronted by lead singer/rhythm guitarist Emily Armstrong and lead guitarist Siouxsie Medley, the band has a distinct swagger and incendiary sound…Armstrong’s vocal range and quality are astonishing… One minute, she’s handling a soaring ballad with ease, and the next, she’s screaming with the white hot intensity of a thousand suns. Partner-in-crime Medley may not be the band’s frontwoman per se, but her guitar takes center stage alongside Armstrong’s riveting voice. She consistently brings the ruckus, laying down riff-after-memorable riff that form the basis for Dead Sara’s unmistakably heavy and haunting sound. …A rarity in today’s hard rock scene, Dead Sara exhibits a simultaneously polished yet raw and primal sound….Dead Sara is nothing short of a must listen for any hard rock fan.”
– Jason Shane, Antiquiet (Sep 28, 2011)
– Jason Shane, Antiquiet (Sep 28, 2011)
” Dead Sara brings to today’s rock what Heart and Joan Jett brought to yesterday’s rock. The female fronted duo of Emily Armstrong and Siouxsie Medley unleashes a gritty mix of rock, pop and soul. Their self-titled debut album, which drops October 11th, combines classic rock with a modern sound. Armstrong’s raspy vocals are a mix of Linda Perry and Janis Joplin, while the band behind her incorporates melodic riffs and seductive power chords. The rock anthem “I Said You Were Lucky” and the radio friendly “Weatherman” will catapult Dead Sara to the top of the music charts. If there is a lesson to be learned from what Heart and Joan Jett were able to accomplish, look for Dead Sara to do the same in today’s musical climate. ”
– Jason Tanamore, Zoiks! Online (Sep 10, 2011)
– Jason Tanamore, Zoiks! Online (Sep 10, 2011)
” Dead Sara’s one-two, estrogen packed punch of frontwoman Emily Armstrong and lead guitarist Siouxsie Medley is a force to be reckoned with, showcasing their wares time and time again on their self titled release…Dead Sara as a whole is a sight to behold, a record well deserved of a listen. Give it the chance; it will surprise you, plain and simple. ”
– Brian Campbell, Buffalo NY, Examiner (Sep 04, 2011)
– Brian Campbell, Buffalo NY, Examiner (Sep 04, 2011)
“Armstrong’s vocals flawlessly blend an artful mixture of Melissa Etheridge and Joan Jett with, when tactically necessary, a potent dose of Janis Joplin thrown in for attention-commanding effect. Join those vocals with Siouxsie Medley’s solid guitar work, and you have the female juggernaut that makes up the heart and soul of Dead Sara.”
– Staff, BoomeroCity.com (May 01, 2011)
– Staff, BoomeroCity.com (May 01, 2011)
“Dead Sara IS Emily Armstrong (vocals/guitar), Siouxsie Medley (guitar/vocals), Chris Null (bass), Sean Friday (drums). Dead Sara IS not a pop band. Dead Sara IS all we want from a band and more. Dead Sara IS not “Chick Rock” They are a hard hitting, in-your-face, meat and potatoes rock and roll outfit from Southern California. Period! In a time of conformity and playing along with the mold makers who often times control what is entering the ears of the listening public, it is very refreshing to discover a band like this. They have shunned the advice of music executives who thought they needed a more “poppy” sound and stayed true to what they want to play and thank God! Here’s the message that Dead Sara proudly displays ” This is us, deal with it”! ”
– Glen Casebeer, American Rock Scene (Sep 13, 2011)
– Glen Casebeer, American Rock Scene (Sep 13, 2011)
Sep 062011
“The quartet of Armstrong, guitarist Siouxsie Medley, Chris Null and Sean Friday announced their presence as one of L.A.’s prime hard-rock contenders earlier this year, and their forthcoming album (due Oct. 11) packs enough punch to knock a (Sunset) boulevard full of pretenders out of the ring.”
– Kevin, Buzz Bands (Sep 01, 2011)
– Kevin, Buzz Bands (Sep 01, 2011)
“Dead Sara’s self-titled album comes across as a diamond in the rough. The passion and emotion embedded in every note is quickly detected in Emily Armstrong’s vocal range. The musical outbursts expelled by the band come across as an unpredicted ticking time bomb, releasing chaotic moments of energy and destruction into an unstable environment….Dead Sara’s grunge-rock-like sound with a modern splash is exactly what radio stations everywhere have been waiting for. ”
– Jacob Gaitan, Campus Circle (Aug 23, 2011)
“At one time or another, most of us have had the “desert island” conversation with our friends, where we make a list of the ten movies/books/music albums we would want if stranded on an island with sand and a coconut tree….Dead Sara’s ability to put out a pure, back-to-basics rock album that channels so much inner feeling and the superb work ethic required to write such powerful songs have endeared them to those who have been lucky enough to hear them. Their music is infectious and leaves you wanting more, but that is not what has endeared them to me. It is their ability to tap into all that is rock and extract out something new and profound and remind me of why I love music in the first place. That is why I am including them in my desert island library.”
– Clay, Nanobot Rock Reviews // Music Reviews – For Fans By Fans (Aug 16, 2011)
– Clay, Nanobot Rock Reviews // Music Reviews – For Fans By Fans (Aug 16, 2011)
“The time has come to leave all you’ve known to be safe and secure behind. It is time to let go of the simplicities of mainstream rock and accept the revolution that is Dead Sara. With as much ferocity of even the most seasoned bands, Dead Sara stands atop those before them and plants their flag, confidently claiming their place in rock. This tight group of four, hailing from L.A., explodes out of the gates with their ground shaking self-titled album. In today’s music, it is rare to deliver something truly unique. Dead Sara raises the bar and has drawn my attention, if not much more.”
– Greg, Nanobot Rock Reviews // Music Reviews – For Fans By Fans (Aug 16, 2011)
– Greg, Nanobot Rock Reviews // Music Reviews – For Fans By Fans (Aug 16, 2011)
“I consider myself lucky to have gotten my hands on Dead Sara’s debut album early enough so that I can say “I told you all so!!” The rest of you will have to wait until October 2011 to purchase the album and hear it in it’s entirety. Until then you can attempt to get by with the bands first EP “The Airport Sessions” and what has sneaked onto youtube. I promise you though, the debut album is a whole other entity….Coming in at 11 tracks with more balls and diversity than anything I have heard in a while, with musical shifts from sweet folk and sad blues to screeching metal howls, to rock and roll and back again – This music can’t be classified in any way -other than GOOD…. and it’s no joke, they are THAT good “-
The Dead Hub (Jul 14, 2011)“Two is always better than one, and with this dynamic duo nothing could be more true. These Los Angeles natives are a spectacle of roller coasting riffs and vocal passion. The contrast between Medley and Armstrong is what makes their music so great. Medley remains grounded, keeping the rhythm and sound majestic and strong throughout, while Armstrong’s ability to sing the Blues one second and skillfully unleash a guttural howl the next is something to behold. “
The Dead Hub (Jul 14, 2011)“Two is always better than one, and with this dynamic duo nothing could be more true. These Los Angeles natives are a spectacle of roller coasting riffs and vocal passion. The contrast between Medley and Armstrong is what makes their music so great. Medley remains grounded, keeping the rhythm and sound majestic and strong throughout, while Armstrong’s ability to sing the Blues one second and skillfully unleash a guttural howl the next is something to behold. “
““Whispers & Ashes” is unlike anything I have heard in a while. The music is almost ceremonial – very rhythmic. Within moments, Emily Armstrong throws her voice on top and you are taken back by her soulful raspy vocals. The musicianship is quality stuff on this track – a great way to introduce a listener to the band…. Now we are treated to some excellent rock on the next song, “Monumental Holiday.” Guitarist Siouxsie Medley tweaks and twists her guitar to deliver not only some killer riffs, but some feedback that makes any guitar enthusiast drool.””
– Todd Jolicouer , TheRockPit.net (Aug 26, 2011)
– Todd Jolicouer , TheRockPit.net (Aug 26, 2011)
Jul 102011
More great reviews keep coming in on Dead Sara’s new album, “Dead Sara”, now scheduled for release this fall. Check out these reviews.
“This is one of the most amazing CDs to come out in a long time. Groundbreaking, earth shattering, grab you deep into your very soul and shake you at your core kind of music, that forever holds you and makes such a deep impact, the imprint is left upon you forever. I know I repeated myself here but it needed to be said again, the album is that special and amazing!! Refreshing and about time!!!” Mark Lewis, RockOverAmerica.com
“Dead Sara is set to take the world by storm with the release of the band’s self-titled album coming in August. This unique and innovative group is fronted by a pair of powerhouse Lady Rockers. Emily Armstrong’s raspy, sultry vocal style can be described as nothing short of electrifying, while guitarist Siouxsie Medley’s dynamic guitar work should drive Dead Sara to the lofty heights of the Rock World. There’s no way to pin a label on Dead Sara. The band’s sound ranges from radio friendly pop to metal, punk, southern rock, and back again. Their diversity of sound is what will give Dead Sara the edge in overall appeal that a lot of bands lack. Armstrong’s voice is so complex, varying from the softest vocal to a raspy scream reminiscent of the early rock goddesses that came before her. ” Jeff M., Litte Rat Bastard
“This is one of those unique bands that places their feelings out there for the world to see in the manner of their music and show no regret or shyness and have no apologies for whatever the song may say. They push every genre limit and tag and do so exceptionally well. They make you listen by keeping each song unpredictable such that with every turn on the playlist there is an unexpected edge or softness or shred or bassline. Keep a watch out for their CD to come out and get it fast! This is a band that will be worth listening to and relevant for a long time.” Macavity, Muen Magazine
“Dead Sara is an LA based band fronted by Emily Armstrong and Siouxsie Medley both solid female fronts with equal parts passion and creativity. I was taken immediately by the vocals and that was all the “hook” I needed. What have I said, “Give us a voice that moves us”. Emily sings with balls and a growl that is infectious. This girl could sing me a song she wrote about how much she hates me and I would stand and clap….ENCORE!!!” Wurds Smith, Daily Unsigned
“Dead Sara is a wonderful and amazing treasure from L.A. A female fronted Rock band with guts, heart, and soul. They prove right from the get go on their debut CD that they are going to be here for a long, long time. Comprised of Emily Armstrong on Lead Vocals, Siouxsie Medley on Lead Guitars, Chris Null on Bass, and Sean Friday on Drums, they are a 4 piece powerhouse that are going to shake up the Rock-N-Roll world in ways it hasn’t been shaken in along time.” Mark Lewis, RockOverAmerica.com
“Dead Sara fashions a strain of primal rock that’s loud enough to awaken the ghosts in both the indie and metal underworlds, and maybe even get them to dance a bit. The quartet’s sound is the brainchild of childhood pals Emily Armstrong and Siouxsie Medley, shredders both, singer Armstrong with her rocker-girl wailing and guitarist Medley with her lightning licks.” Kevin Bronson, Buzz Bands
“I’ll go out on a limb & say they have the best female singer is rock music today in their band…rooted in blues & branching out from punk Emily Armstrong IS a young, hungry rock star & if you have not heard of her yet you soon will…Dead Sara is a kick ass rock band & my prediction is that they will be the next big thing in rock…” Rock N Roll Experience
“The folks in Dead Sara are finding an instant and immediate audience and there’s no doubt this is because they have an outstanding lead singer. Emily Armstrong is a young lady who is obviously on the quick path to success. She and her bandmates have come up with a real winner here. This self-titled album features smart loud guitar driven pop/rock tunes that would already be effective…but that unmistakably focused voice makes them even more impressive.” LMNOP
Jun 072011
The album hasn’t been released yet but here is a review from Muen Magazine (Rock and Metal News):
http://www.muenmagazine.net/2011/06/dead-sara-cd-review-by-macavity/
And here is another from BoomeroCity.com:
http://boomerocity.com/deadsarareview.html