My Description
In January 2004, West Virginia guitarists Jeff Westlake and Jeff Boggs began work on a new experiment – a compelling modern heavy rock tour de force like no other on the scene – an outfit designed to destroy musical and industry barriers.
Bio
“In 7 years of editing a major hard rock webzine, I have never seen an indie act with such a complete package – broad appeal, great musicianship, a dynamic front lady and most important, they are smart AND determined. They understand the big picture and are quickly becoming part of it. “ – Brian Coles, Editor - Electricbasement.com
Hot off the heals of Volume’s release, HYDROGYN issued a professional video clip for the single “The Sand,” which was featured at the world renowned Electricbasement.com. The response to the bombastic music and sensual video was immediate, yielding the band radio guest spots across the country including www.Dailynoise.com and several Clear Channel stations including WAMX 106.3. Dark Vission TV jumped to put it in rotation, providing the band with massive exposure in Mexico and Latin America. Traffic to the band’s website soared, with visits eclipsing 25,000 per month, an astounding total for a new, unsigned band.
Julie’s visual and vocal appeal helped her gain notoriety with her very own column at Electricbasement.com called Julie’s Jolts, where visitors voted on which pics to include in her forthcoming calendar. The idea was a no-brainer after the brisk internet sales of Volume as well as a Julie poster that sold out a mere weeks after being posted in the band’s online store. The band’s ability to sell merchandise was another strong asset.
In the Spring of 2005 the band received yet another jaw dropping accolade. Legendary producer Michael Wagener (Ozzy Osbourne, Skid Row, Alice Cooper) heard the band and was impressed to say the least, deeming them the best band he has heard in years. He also understood something else – the band could go over not just in North America, but also in Asia, Europe and South America. Once again, an indicator for the bands potential to cross borders, not just in genre, but geographical as well. So optimistic about their prospects, he agreed to produce the band’s next record. (Wagener discography can be viewed here: www.michaelwagener.com)
As of this writing, HYDROGYN’s first major CD, Bombshell, has dropped worldwide through DA/CHAVIS Records. The Summer of 2006 was spent touring and re-tooling the bands lineup. With the additions of Josh Kitchen (drums) and Chris Sammons (bass) the band is stronger than ever. Touring all through the summer and well into December they are spreading the Hydrogyn energy everywhere.
Instruments Played
Lead vocals: Julie, Guitars: Jeff Westlake, Bass: Chris Sammons, Drums: Josh Kitchen, CREW: Live Sound: Dave " The Davo" Chandler, Drum Tech: Guitar / Bass Tech: Rich Hanewaldm, MANAGEMENT: Dean Swett: Paramour Group
