Neo Geo - Digital DNA - (2013) [Gorgatz]

Neo Geo - Digital DNA - (2013) [Gorgatz]

r /> Neo Geo - Digital DNA - (2013) [Gorgatz]



- I N F O -

Southern California is known best for its mild weather, beautiful beaches and sun-kissed celebrities, but it’s no secret that the region is a perpetual hot-bed for producing some of the world’s hottest musicians and bands as well. From Katy Perry and Gwen Steffani to Maroon 5 and Blink 182, the talent has long run deep throughout the region. Which brings us to pop music’s latest phenomenon coming out of Orange County, NEO GEO.

Formed in 2008, the upstart five-piece from Fullerton, CA has been making waves with their uniquely refreshing infusion of electronic, pop-rock and pop-punk for the last several years. Led by the stunningly talented songstress Rainy Terrell and keyboardist Ryan Walter, NEO GEO, which means new earth, were named for the band’s eclectic attitude towards their sound and their member’s diverse backgrounds and musical influences.

NEO GEO spent their beginning years building a steady fanbase throughout Southern California and across the country on tours like the Vans Warped Tour, which eventually led them to work with Grammy Award-winning producer Cameron Webb on their self-titled debut album that was released in 2011 with their label Hardline Entertainment. The album was very well received by critics and fans and NEO GEO became regulars on LA’s legendary KROQ’s “Locals Only” show and gained support nationally through MTVU.

By 2013, NEO GEO had amassed an impressive following and returned to the studio to record their second full length album titled Digital DNA to be released through Hardline Entertainment in the fall of 2013.

Digital DNA showcases the band’s vast growth as musicians and songwriters as well as their unwavering determination to become pop’s next breakout success. Rainy says the upcoming record “will be something new and different and yet something with a familiar feeling to the fans that renews their affinity with NEO GEO music”.

NEO GEO is the arcade system and console you have come to know and love… right? While you would be correct, apparently it is also the name of one talented band from California. Having nothing to do with the arcade system, the name NEO GEO simply means new earth, and was chosen due to the bands diverse backgrounds and musical influences.
Scheduled for release on October 29, 2013 on indie label Hardline Entertainment, Digital DNA is actually NEO GEO’s sophomore album, and has already had a song titled, “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang” streaming on MTV.com’s Buzzworthy Blog. The album immediately starts with a hint of electronics and front woman Rainy Terrell’s vocals comparable to Amy Lee of Evanescence and Paramore’s Hayley Williams, with no limit as to how far her vocals can go.
“Are You With Me” was a great selection as the first song on Digital DNA. It’s a catchy track making sure not to adventure as far as some of the others into the new direction the band is heading. This is usually the best approach when you’ve already established a solid fan base. However, don’t expect that to last too long. The second track titled “One Way Ticket” showcases the bands growth, and gives you an idea of what can be expected from this point on in the album. “Shakedown” was one of the tracks that stood out from the rest, aside from the obvious “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang.” It’s just a fun song that you will find yourself singing instantly.
With a beautiful voice like Rainy’s, a keyboardist (Ryan Walter) who refuses to go unheard, and the overall chemistry of the band, NEO GEO has delivered an album that could easily gain them the recognition they’ve been seeking. It seems the sky is the limit for this band, and they show no sign of slowing down. Make sure you catch this album as soon as it’s released.

- T R A C K L I S T -

1. Are You With Me
2. One Way Ticket
3. Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
4. I’ve Done It Alone
5. One Night Stand
6. Shakedown
7. I’ll Be Fine
8. Sunshine State
9. Superstar?
10. White Eyes
11. Marionette

Quality: mp3, CBR 320 kbps
Genre: Alternative Rock / Electronic (Female Vocal)
Origin: USA
Size:95.74 MB