MAKESHIFT AUDIO: Admit to Incoherence

Makeshift Audio

Admit to Incoherence

© 2005 Makeshift Audio (783707084206)

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A musical journey that encompasses the pain, anger, happiness, and the struggle of existence.

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"This band combines four different individual styles and makes it into one sound," says Makeshift Audio lead singer Mike Gallardo." It's exciting to hear the growth of the music and to watch us transform into one cohesive unit." The group was formed in April, 2004 in Tucson, Arizona and immediately realized that they shared a common focus: to concentrate on the overall song writing while incorporating individual musical statements. The result is an original sound that combines the many different influences that each member brings to the group.


"It's exciting to be able to go back to my jazz background and incorporate the dynamics and emotion of jazz with the vengeance and power of this music," says drummer Matt Faulk. After spending the last 14 years playing with a number of various bands and projects in Tucson, Faulk says that he knows that the band is fortunate to have such a strong musical and personal connection. The members of the band spend almost an equal amount of time hanging out together as they do performing music. This time together has enabled them to spend long hours practicing and developing their sound. "This group enjoys writing music together. Everybody has the patience to shed the songs, and the ability not to involve egos while song-writing," adds Faulk.


Bassist Eric Wilson comments, "We feel the songs need to be the priority. We're trying to write songs that sound good both acoustically and amped up behind the P.A." Wilson, who is an accomplished bagpipe performer, transfers his bagpipe fingering technique onto his 6-string bass. The result is a unique, often melodic deviation from normal bass lines. Wilson and guitarist Matt Hidalgo often intertwine their separate melodies to form one. Hidalgo, who is the youngest member of the band and still attending the University of Arizona, brings a unique fire and energy to the group. Hidalgo states, "It is exciting to see where this band, and music, will be a year from now."


"It feels good to be able to get back to singing instead of screaming," says Gallardo. "It frees me up, so when I need to be intense, I can use the powerful vocals as a dynamic, sort of an effect." Gallardo spent the bulk of the last 10 years singing in projects that ranged from opera, Tucson Boys Choir, to hardcore metal. When asked about the lyrical content, Gallardo says, "I hope that people can connect with the lyrics that I write. I want people to get their own meaning and relate on their own personal level."


The band recently finished recording tracks on their debut CD titled Admit to Incoherence. They started recording on December 27, 2004 and completed the CD on January 27, 2005. The CD (with the exception of 10 of the 11 drum tracks) was recorded at Allusion Studios in Tucson, AZ with sound engineer Jim Pavett. Jim also mixed and mastered the project. The band is planning on an early March 2005 release date. The CD features 14 total tracks. Admit to Incoherence is a musical journey that exemplifies the different emotions that the band has experienced since forming. Hidalgo adds, "Hopefully people will find something within the music that they connect with."

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  • I like it!
    author: Zach

    theres just something about this band that relaxs me and the lead singers voice is just right for this band!! buy this cd!!!

  • Very solid debut CD
    author: Brian

    I hope you tour nationwide sometime soon. Your musical ability far exceeds a band that has been together for such a short period of time. It is great to see you getting exposure. Somebody will come knocking soon. Keep up what you are doing. Your band is special...a rare combination of playing ability and good songs.

  • Kickass
    author: Ramon

    this is a great CD. i must say its amazing and its only a debut album. Nabai and Palms Up are probably my favorites. Also the Bass playing is just pure genious. I look forward to the next album.

  • Wow! What a debut!
    author: Karen E

    I'd be hard put to choose a favorite song as the entire CD kicks butt! The sequencing of songs stays true to the theme, and the music is complex yet simply rocks. This band will go far. Production is FABULOUS! I can hardly wait for the next Makeshift Audio CD to begin a collection. BTW: Live they are even better!

  • Its Bout Time
    author: Jason

    The lyrics, the tightness of the music...this cd was a random pick for me. I'm glad that I chose it. If your looking for some ear candy that is sure to please you and keep you bouncing, you need this cd. I can't wait-don't take my work for it though, listen to a couple tracks!

  • This is the type of band that creates music that grows on you, the more you list
    author: Nando

    When I had first heard their songs I was blown away by Simon and Cornered. They are both such beautiful songs, as you listen you can hear the authentic feelings of each person through their instrument. Much respect to this band, and I hope you make it far, you guys have done an awsome job with this C.D. I'm sure a lot of people will enjoy it as much as me.

  • Wonderfull things to come
    author: Alphons from The Netherlands

    Listening this cd on Cdbaby made me want this cd so much that i ordered it right away. I sounds a lot like my favorite band Tool. Yet, it has it own sound. The tightness of the songs, the building tension, it's own unique sound. My carstereo is loving it too, it has not come out of it since i got the cd.

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