Photo submitted by Christine ErnestOne of the hottest up and coming bands has just dropped their sophomore album on Oct. 23. Far Less gains an increasing buzz in the music industry. They describe their sound as somewhere in between modern pop meets early alternative music.
Far Less joins the ranks of other artists such as The Almost, Anberlin, Underoath, Emery, MeWithoutYou, Mae and As Cities Burn, on the independent label Tooth and Nail Records.
The band consists of six members. It was formed six years ago by the current guitar/vocalist Jordan Powers and bassist Joseph Powers. Later on the current front man, Brandon Welch, joined, followed by Todd Turner on drums and Elizabeth Pina on keyboard. Far Less was born.
Their album, “A Toast to Bad Taste,” provides a catchy rhythm and riveting lyrics. It is easy to relate to the issues and feelings of which Welch passionately sings.
“You see it’s coming but you can’t look past it. You know it’s useless but you keep on asking. So take the time and take the life I’ve been given. I need a different rhythm,” Welch sings in “Surprise Funeral (For The Charmed).”
The songs and lyrics were a collaborative effort by the band. “Everybody in the band had tons of ideas,” Welch said.
“They say that time is a tragedy slowly crawling on. While oh so hastily shutting us down one by one,” Welch sings emotionally while being accompanied by Pina’s beautiful piano playing in the beginning of the song “Gentlemen (Go to Sleep).”
The inspiration for their songs comes from life experiences. Whether it is a break-up, a loss of friendship or a deep feverous feeling, Far Less packs their inner emotion into all their songs.
“I’m inspired by everything around me all the time,” Welch said.
That inspiration definitely shines through.
The band’s new album shows a different side of them. “The sound has dramatically changed. This is more of our ‘grown up’ album,” the bands front man, Welch, said.
The drop of their newest album is providing new experiences for the members. The band, which began in their humble roots in Virginia, are now experiencing the lifestyle of relentless touring, promoting and giving interviews.
“It’s different. The interviews are new. We’re going to bigger cities. We have a very full force behind the album,” Welch said.
Not only is the bands music honest, but so is their sincerity.
We wish to have a close relationship to our fans and be known as nice, personal and approachable to everyone, Welch said.
“We are pulling no gimmicks.”
Far Less’ album “A Toast to Bad Taste,” is available in stores now. Their website address is http://www.atoasttobadtaste.com/. Their myspace link is: http://www.myspace.com/farless.
