Highway Blonde
Uncompromising modern rock
Rock / Modern / Indie
Gold Coast, QLD,Outside U.S.
Australia
http://www.highwayblonde.com
Independent
Gold Coast, QLD,Outside U.S.
Australia
http://www.highwayblonde.com
Independent
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Members
Shannon Beaumont, Rohin Knight, Johnny Shaw, Ryan Carrero
Influences
Love, sex, reparation, salvation, being and nothingness: these subjects entwine and influence Highway Blonde.
Sounds like
INXS, Matchbox 20, The Killers, Kings of Leon, Oasis, Cheap Trick, Angel City, Foo Fighters
Highway Blonde -
excited about our new album 'Winning Ways'.
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Bio
In today’s world of music and easy accessibility to new music, it is hard to find a “smash” album from artists who are breaking out online.
But that is all about to change as Australian modern rock band HIGHWAY BLONDE release their new album “Winning Ways”.
HIGHWAY BLONDE (formerly known as Smart Artists) are regarded by many as one of the most dynamic up and coming modern rock bands in the country.
The bands name 'Highway Blonde' was born after one member was reputedly picked up at a truck stop just south of the Northern NSW town of Byron Bay by none other than Paris Hilton and was then whisked away to a private party somewhere in the NSW North Coast Hinterland.
Fans of bands such as The Foo Fighters, Kings of Leon and The Killers have for the past couple of years been cranking Highway Blonde tunes on over 300 radio stations throughout the US alone.
With the band continuing to receive much critical and popular acclaim both locally and internationally for their tight, melodic songs, the release of their new album 'Winning Ways' is only certain to propell the bands music onto many more ipods.
So, buckle up. Roll down the windows. Crank the volume. Pop 'Winning Ways' into the CD slot. And get ready to rock.
Tracks like ‘Let it go’, ‘Annie’ and 'Inside Moves' showcase Highway Blonde's ability to write intelligent high-energy rock songs, where as tracks such as ‘Hurting on the Inside’ and the epic conclusion to the album, ‘Bad Girl’ display the band’s desire to work outside the 3 minute boundary.
Love, sex, reparation, salvation, being and nothingness: these subjects entwine and influence the music of Highway Blonde.
But down to its bones, commercial modern rock is what Highway Blonde write… they just layer those bones in muscle, and give the beast a heart.
Throughout 2009, both 'Annie' and Inside Moves' reached the No 1 position on the Mp3.com charts. The video clip to ‘Inside Moves’ won the 2009 Pacific Film and Television Award in the 'Best Independent' category. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40Ktb5JPglc
The song 'Inside Moves' also was awarded 8th position in the 2009 Australian Songwriting Awards.
And the bands formula for success ….. avoid trends, write cool songs and deliver a brand of modern rock full of catchy chorus and crunchy guitars in its purest rocking form. Sounds simple really!
With their eyes set firmly on consolidating their recent successes, Highway Blonde is set to continue wooing audiences nationally.
Whether it's a corporate event, a music festival, or a night at the popular local venue, Highway Blonde is known as the band that creates an event and delivers an awesome performance everytime.
But that is all about to change as Australian modern rock band HIGHWAY BLONDE release their new album “Winning Ways”.
HIGHWAY BLONDE (formerly known as Smart Artists) are regarded by many as one of the most dynamic up and coming modern rock bands in the country.
The bands name 'Highway Blonde' was born after one member was reputedly picked up at a truck stop just south of the Northern NSW town of Byron Bay by none other than Paris Hilton and was then whisked away to a private party somewhere in the NSW North Coast Hinterland.
Fans of bands such as The Foo Fighters, Kings of Leon and The Killers have for the past couple of years been cranking Highway Blonde tunes on over 300 radio stations throughout the US alone.
With the band continuing to receive much critical and popular acclaim both locally and internationally for their tight, melodic songs, the release of their new album 'Winning Ways' is only certain to propell the bands music onto many more ipods.
So, buckle up. Roll down the windows. Crank the volume. Pop 'Winning Ways' into the CD slot. And get ready to rock.
Tracks like ‘Let it go’, ‘Annie’ and 'Inside Moves' showcase Highway Blonde's ability to write intelligent high-energy rock songs, where as tracks such as ‘Hurting on the Inside’ and the epic conclusion to the album, ‘Bad Girl’ display the band’s desire to work outside the 3 minute boundary.
Love, sex, reparation, salvation, being and nothingness: these subjects entwine and influence the music of Highway Blonde.
But down to its bones, commercial modern rock is what Highway Blonde write… they just layer those bones in muscle, and give the beast a heart.
Throughout 2009, both 'Annie' and Inside Moves' reached the No 1 position on the Mp3.com charts. The video clip to ‘Inside Moves’ won the 2009 Pacific Film and Television Award in the 'Best Independent' category. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40Ktb5JPglc
The song 'Inside Moves' also was awarded 8th position in the 2009 Australian Songwriting Awards.
And the bands formula for success ….. avoid trends, write cool songs and deliver a brand of modern rock full of catchy chorus and crunchy guitars in its purest rocking form. Sounds simple really!
With their eyes set firmly on consolidating their recent successes, Highway Blonde is set to continue wooing audiences nationally.
Whether it's a corporate event, a music festival, or a night at the popular local venue, Highway Blonde is known as the band that creates an event and delivers an awesome performance everytime.
Press Reviews
"Highway Blonde have got everything, with an excellent stage presence and catchy lyrics that pull you right in ..... their pure 'rock athleticism' and song writing talent bond to generate a distinct musical force. Shannon Beaumont is the foundation upon which this band ROCKS. And ROCK they do, with a distinctive guitar-driven modern sound that is decisively peppered by the inspiration of the most notable contemporary influences." Time Off Magazine Queensland Australia
"Highway Blonde's instantly infectious brand of rock is slowly but surely launching them toward the forefront of today’s national rock scene. Regarded as one of the regions most dynamic, danceable rock bands, Highway Blonde has developed a devoted following on the strength of continuous face-melting performances in venues all over regional NSW, QLD and NT. They continue to earn the praise of fans and fellow musicians as one of the next biggest 'currently unsigned' bands." Rave Magazine Queensland Australia
"Highway Blonde have focused on writing, recording and producing killer rock tracks with great hooks, crunching guitars and tasty leads that have fans addicted from their first listen." Radio 100.9 ZZZ FM
"There is NOTHING like this music on American radio currently. Just like the other transcendental moments with music in the past, MY JAW DROPPED. Highway Blonde are FANTASTIC, invest 4 minutes and you will realize things will never be the same.... " Ken Bailey - Westfield Radio Ohio
“Inside moves is a definitive progression of dramatic rock and catchy guitar chords, with a subtly enticing opening and smooth but powerful vocals, this is a fantastic single from Highway Blonde. They are redefining the current trend of 'jumping on the band wagon' into their own distinctive sound.” Tom Upton - Joint Head of Music Xtreme Radio US
"Inside Moves" is the guiding light in modern Rock and Roll. A refreshing Rock and Roll sound that makes you want more!” Bernard Overly - RockOn365 US
“Highway Blonde are on to something good here!! Inside Moves has the ring of success to all that hear it. This track will grab your attention from the first note!! Upbeat and sassy!!! I defy anyone who hears it not to be lifted to a chair dance or two!! Great lyrics, strong rockin’ band and killer vocals, what a combination!! This band is going straight to the top with a bullet, and they will have a whole troop of fans following their every move. I know... I'm one!!! Bravo on this track!! Bravo on being the next Number 1 band in the world!! It’s coming!!!” Wendy Shashona McCall - Awesomeradio
"Highway Blonde's instantly infectious brand of rock is slowly but surely launching them toward the forefront of today’s national rock scene. Regarded as one of the regions most dynamic, danceable rock bands, Highway Blonde has developed a devoted following on the strength of continuous face-melting performances in venues all over regional NSW, QLD and NT. They continue to earn the praise of fans and fellow musicians as one of the next biggest 'currently unsigned' bands." Rave Magazine Queensland Australia
"Highway Blonde have focused on writing, recording and producing killer rock tracks with great hooks, crunching guitars and tasty leads that have fans addicted from their first listen." Radio 100.9 ZZZ FM
"There is NOTHING like this music on American radio currently. Just like the other transcendental moments with music in the past, MY JAW DROPPED. Highway Blonde are FANTASTIC, invest 4 minutes and you will realize things will never be the same.... " Ken Bailey - Westfield Radio Ohio
“Inside moves is a definitive progression of dramatic rock and catchy guitar chords, with a subtly enticing opening and smooth but powerful vocals, this is a fantastic single from Highway Blonde. They are redefining the current trend of 'jumping on the band wagon' into their own distinctive sound.” Tom Upton - Joint Head of Music Xtreme Radio US
"Inside Moves" is the guiding light in modern Rock and Roll. A refreshing Rock and Roll sound that makes you want more!” Bernard Overly - RockOn365 US
“Highway Blonde are on to something good here!! Inside Moves has the ring of success to all that hear it. This track will grab your attention from the first note!! Upbeat and sassy!!! I defy anyone who hears it not to be lifted to a chair dance or two!! Great lyrics, strong rockin’ band and killer vocals, what a combination!! This band is going straight to the top with a bullet, and they will have a whole troop of fans following their every move. I know... I'm one!!! Bravo on this track!! Bravo on being the next Number 1 band in the world!! It’s coming!!!” Wendy Shashona McCall - Awesomeradio
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