Bet You Haven't Heard Of...

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Bet You Haven't Heard Of...(Music)
ASTRONAUTILUS:
I was introduced to this band by a friend of mine who gave me one of their CD's. His synopsis of the band? "A white rapper that does really interesting stuff." Now the word "rap" turned me away from the band from the word "play". Buut as fate would have it, Shuffle introduced me to the song "Short Term Memory Loss" and I was hooked. The mellow sound with a hint of experimental techno really perked my ears up and I immediately went to listen to the CD in its entirety. So not only does the music sound amazing, but the lyrics are pretty awesome too. And it's not really RAP per say. It's more of...poetry with a rhyme. Which is what rap is. But if you listen, it's different.

CHIODOS:
These guys you may have heard of, but probably not, they aren't too big on the scene yet. Anyway, they're sort of your typical new alternative group with a garage-band sound and an angsty singer. But his voice is amazing. A soft whisper, then some almost-screaming. And some nice lyrics. Some very nice lyrics. I recommend getting their CD "Bone Palace Ballet". There are some soft songs [still with a rock edge] and some pretty hyped songs so it's a nice variation. No falling asleep or getting a headache :D
Which is always good.

BE YOUR OWN PET:
Another band introduced to be by the same person who told me about Astronautilus. Strange person, this one. Anyway. This band is really bizarre; an acquired taste if you ask me...it sounds like a bunch of shouting and screaming BUT the singer's voice [it's a girl! :D] is really nice actually, and suits the shouting well. And it's fun to listen to if you aren't really doing much, but if you DO pay attention to the lyrics they're pretty funny. Warning: there is some more..."adult" language so if you're a kid I don't suggest this band. :/ Sorry!

HELLOGOODBYE:
A more popular band, so you've probably heard of them. But their music is very pop-rock [not rock-pop] and very dance-able. They're all incredibly sweet and endearing love songs with a touch of techno. The sound is incredibly upbeat and the guys are sweet little nerds, so if that's your style then you really should listen to these people.

BLUE OCTOBER:
You've probably seen one or two of their music videos on MTV, but not too many have heard of them [at least that I know of]. They have really really amazing lyrics, although they might be a little depressing for some...
They're songs are pretty slow as well, but some of them have a little faster pace goin' on. Full of interesting lyrics and sounds, this band should definitely be checked out.

THE HUSH SOUND:
Ok people, last one for now!
This band was actually discovered by Panic at the Disco (they're actually opening for performances on Panic's tour), and then signed to the same record label, Fueled by Ramen. The band's been around for 3 cd's, and it seems like each one keeps getting better. The upbeat music is enough to make your day, with a couple soft, melodic songs thrown in once in awhile to slow it all down and make it balanced. Piano is a strong instrument in the music of The Hush Sound and gives it the quality of classic swing music. Female and male leads switch off and combine to pull it all together and give it a place on your playlist. (added by Chase)

If you have any other obscure or under-the-radar bands, please comment or e-mail us, we would love to hear about them! Hey, we need new music too!