Kaddisfly
Humania
© 2003 Kaddisfly (677242000916)
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A diverse and freeform blend of expressive emo and hardcore elements with a light modern metal edge.
tracks
- 1 Incense & Ambiguity
- 2 Lower Case Letter
- 3 Late Night Car Crash
- 4 One Minus Confidence
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"And stories will end as stories begin, and tables can turn and they always will." - incense & ambiguity.
The tables turned in the spring of 2001 for the four members of Kaddisfly, the day they first converged in a chicken coupe in Eugene, Oregon and began an evening long jam session of hypnotic melodies. Immediately apparent that there was something special in the air, the four members of Kaddisfly fused and a new bug was born. Congruent with most bands, each individual member had come from a previous musical project, though none of which held the promise or the excitement that Kaddisfly encompassed. Aaron Tollefson (guitar), and Chris Ruff (vocals), had played together since high school, and by combining the elements of Kile Brewer (bass) and Beau Kuther (drums), Kaddisfly was put into life. Shortly after the band's conception, Kaddisfly made the move to nearby Portland, Oregon for a change of scene, and by the fall of 2001 the band had enough musical groundwork laid to record their first EP.
Entitled honorable mention, their first effort was adequately mixed and produced, but rough around the edges. Though the recording would break Kaddisfly's wallet, honorable mention would prove to be a valuable asset in furthering the band's musical career. Through their shows, apparel, stickers, and street team, Kaddisfly began working diligently on spreading the work that they had put so much love into creating. Combined with relentless touring around the northwest and promoting in every spare moment, the EP would help spread the kaddisfly bug throughout the west coast and the internet, summoning new fans as far as Germany, Spain, and even Japan. Aided by the internet, Kaddisfly's music soon began penetrating many online magazines and reaching music lovers who were longing for something more from music than simple sound waves. Honorable mention, though youthful in nature, displayed something unseen in many of today's modern acts - the defining characteristic of exceptional songwriting.
One year into their existence, Kaddisfly had built an impressive resume and reputation, touring the west coast and playing showcases for 101.1 KUFO and 94.7 NRK in Portland. With the track late night car crash in periodic rotation at 94.7 NRK, and numerous campus radio stations supporting kaddisfly throughout the nation, the band hit the road, performing various dates in the western United States, including showcases in Los Angeles and Las Vegas. At present date Kaddisfly is distributing their new, independently released four song EP entitled Humania; a re-mastered compilation of recordings since March of 2002. A continuation of honorable mention, Humania promises to make an impact on the underground music community and establish Kaddisfly as an entity capable of an epic career, spanning all borders and shattering all trends.
Aside from their apparent individual musicianship, through lyrical content Kaddisfly has made an impact that has touched many people - an impact that has manifested itself though the outpouring of emails and incredible crowd response the band has received. Kaddisfly's theory of composing pieces of art with an intention to change lives in a positive manner is a fact that makes the band special and may well set them apart from any modern trends. Following self imposed guidelines and straying away from popular convention, Kaddisfly's message renders itself in the form of skillfully crafted poetry, with boundless intrinsic meaning. Changing the anatomy of the human condition may seem a lost cause to many, but will forever remain the purpose of the band's existence. "Our choices are promises made to ourselves, our choices are commitments binded by light, for our light to be seen all our words will be heard."- Kaddisfly.
While some bands play to be famous, Kaddisfly plays to be heard and to be felt. For Kaddisfly to set their goals so high as to make a positive change in the world is not far fetched, but is rather a testament to the naïve ambition that a band must possess in order to make such an impact. Every piece of art that has made a difference in someone's life was born of one dream and one love, and Kaddisfly exposes that love from every angle. As the band believes, more can be accomplished through music than any other aspect of humanity, as long as the music is true and created out of love. As Kaddisfly has learned thus far in their existence, there is no diagram for the composition of a song. In music there is no perfection, but through music thrives beauty, expressed far beyond the boundaries of a chord or the confinement of a measure. In the coming years Kaddisfly's creativity will evolve and their light will only intensify, as their music expands along with a positive legacy that will no doubt be left standing long after the physical band is gone.
"...when the earth is flooded we must not turn away, more than a kind remembrance we have to leave a flame." - lower case letter.
Kaddisfly. >>> write. influence. change. live.
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Super!
author: TelzaIt's short at 15 minutes and that's why it doesn't get 5 stars. Great music: a little heavier than their newer album, but excellent none-the-less. Bravo lads. Looking forward to the new album in March
Awesome!
author: keishlaGreat, great, great CD! I can't wait for Kaddisfly to come out with their next genius project! : )
Great cd nice change is sound.
author: Patrick MatthisSince i wrote my last one for the wrong cd i'm doing this one for "did you know people can fly?". this is an awesome cd. the lyrics are really good and give you almost a clear picture of what your talking about. i wish you guys would have stayed more hardcore like you were on humania but thats ok because you make up for it with your great change in sound for this record. keep up the good work and i can't wait for the next record.
- author: CD Baby
Fueled by the very forces that moved mountains and glaciers, forming the planet, this hardcore Emo rock band seethes with a hot lava heat, erupting in a flurry of flying rocks and fire and rumbling with the force of work done by Glassjaw, Dredg, Hoobastank and Lostprophets. Leaving a blast zone of fallen expectations, Kaddisfly carves out a scorching sound that even some metal fans might find dangerously exhilarating. If you find yourself in the mood of wanting to see something explode, burn or crumble, Kaddisfly could be just the catharsis you're looking for.
YEAH YEAH!!!
author: DKaddisfly. is incredible!
author: BobHumania was an incredible continuation of Honorable Mention indeed. I can hardly wait for "Did You Know People Can Fly?".
Dark Tinged HARD ROCK
author: Bruce Lomet (CHINASKI)Kaddisfly's sound meshes the usual influential touchstones - both past and present - but they never mar a song with disappointment. Their dark tinged hard rock will find it's way into your head and then close all the exits....
beautiful
author: the minithe full length will blow everyone out of the water, or into the water, as it may be, so you better suit up in the scuba gear, just to be safe. cheers.
k-fly
author: n.r.This is a great new band. All the songs are good. I can't wait 'till they release a full-length album.
Great CD
author: EvanKaddisfly is very impressive on this EP, they prove to be one of the best unsigned bands out there. Their songs are very thoughful, intelligent, and emotional; and are all defintely deserving of being heard. This is a must hear for any fans of Glassjaw, Thrice, Incubus, or similar bands, or in fact any fans of good music in general.
This stuff is great!
author: GabeI just picked this CD up at a live show and I must say it hasn't come out of my cd player in the last week. Good work!
1 Word: SCREEBINS
author: Ronald P. Arse IVThis disc is super hubtacular my sons, mad propage! Railin the freshies in these tunes fo shizow - BUY THIS UFCKIN DISC YA'LL!
I can't wait for more kaddisfly!
author: DavidThis EP is super good so you should buy it, but I know they will come out with something even better. IT's a must have!
WOW!
author: Jason S.I really do recomend the purchase of this EP. Kaddisfly is a great up-and- coming band that is going to turn heads in the near future. Watch out!
Whoa...........
author: Jimmy GibboneyHoly shit is all I have to say. This CD is probably the best I own. I love it. Kaddisfly has such an original sound. This is the best Emo-Rock gets. Not an opinion, that's a fact.
Kaddisfly is Ufcking Amazing!
author: A HWow this is excellent hard rock! Killer vocals, catchy riffs, fucking QUALITY! If you like Incubus, Glassjaw, Dredg, Hoobastank, Lostprophets, Faith No More, Taproot, 311, Deftones and similar sounding artists than you'll love K-Fly - these guys are really good!!! Buy this EP, it's got a low price and super high quality, you can't go wrong
- author: Tamara Turner, CD Baby
Fueled by the very forces that moved mountains and glaciers, forming the planet, this hardcore Emo rock band seethes with a hot lava heat, erupting in a flurry of flying rocks and fire and rumbling with the force of work done by Glassjaw, Dredg, Hoobastank and Lostprophets. Leaving a blast zone of fallen expectations, Kaddisfly carves out a scorching sound that even some metal fans might find dangerously exhilarating. If you find yourself in the mood of wanting to see something explode, burn or crumble, Kaddisfly could be just the catharsis you're looking for.