Atombender... continues to "do the best that they can" (which is pretty darn good - but they can use your help)

One of the best new young bands around is Ames, Iowa's Atombender. Though the music of these friends who originate from Iowa State University defies description - fans of the likes of Weezer, Bleach, Relient K, Five Iron Frenzy, Blink 182, Madness, and the Supertones would do themselves a huge favor to check them out. Their music can be accessed at several locations online including right here. Their strong, previously released (2009) EP entitled "Poison Gases for the Masses" (which can be purchased on i-tunes by going right here), is full of gems that toy with the fusion of rock/punk guitar, horns and retro-synth - without ever becoming full-fledged "ska." Replete with both seriousness and frolics, my personal favorite tracks on it are "Silent," "Soldiers and Widows," and "A Better Plan" (their ironic, and in some ways even irenic staple closing song favorite in concerts..."we're doing the best... that we can... we'll be here until we think of a better plan").

Fortunately for all of us, the band is currently working on a new, full-length album "Wait of the World" which promises to toy even more with these magic blends. Here's where you as the listener come in: In order to help Atombender record and release this upcoming, full-length album, you can go here to sign up and make a pledge. If going that route doesn't work for you, another option is donating through paypal at this address: benwied@gmail.com.

Don't wait to do it, either, because there's a time limit.
(um... what are you waiting for?)

Atombender promo photography by Matthew Smith
and The Beautiful Voyage:
http://thebeautifulvoyage.com/