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Described as Hook-Centric Modern Rock, New Haven based Echoing August fuses together alternative music with acoustic subtleties.

EAs distinctive blend delivers songs full of hooks and pop sensitivities that audiences throughout the northeast cant seem to get enough of.

From high-energy live shows to intimate acoustic venues, the band has proven their natural talents as powerful songwriters and entertainers. Echoing August performs over 75 live shows every year at festivals, colleges, and clubs. Recently the band has gained notoriety tour supporting acts like Breaking Benjamin, Better Than Ezra, The Pat McGee Band, Rusted Root, Robbie Krieger (The Doors), and Evans Blue.

The band excels at sounding un-self-conscious, comfortable enough in their musical abilities to let the hooks come naturally and the guitars, bass, and drums wrap around each other organically rather than mathematically said PLAY Magazine.

It is this sound that has attracted the support of EAs new record label RoHo Records (NYC). In a recent press release, label president Bill Carey had this to say of the band "Echoing August's unique sound, energy, and enthusiasm are contagious.

Backed by RoHo, Echoing August is set to release their sophomore effort, Who We Are. Dan McLoughlin whose previous credits include Buffalo Tom, Juliana Hatfield, and Matchbox 20 produced the album.

The Twelve track disk showcases versatility with stand out tracks like Stand Down and Who We Are, and still leaves a sweet aftertaste with songs like This, Kind of, Goodbye and Radio.

Who We Are is scheduled to be released August 29th, 2006 through RoHo Records.

EAs debut album, Morning, Sometimes, Maybe is available in stores nationwide.



Website
http://www.echoingaugust.net

Discography
Who We Are (RoHo Records) - In stores August 29th, 2006

Morning, Sometimes, Maybe - Released June 7th, 2005

Intentions EP - Released May 2004




Press Reviews

The band excels at sounding un-self-conscious, comfortable enough in their musical abilities to let the hooks come naturally and the guitars, bass, and drums wrap around each other organically rather than mathematically. Their playing is tight but not rigid, the songs are sweet but not saccharine. - Nick R. Scalia / Play :: New Haven's Arts & Entertainment Weekly

Clearly the sound of a fresh young band getting its feet wet and coming into its own in the playing and songwriting departments, but somehow they can't help tapping into our collective alt-rock memories along the way. - Nick R. Scalia / Play :: New Haven's Arts & Entertainment Weekly

The band shouldn't find the road to be a lonely one, though - they're good at what they do, they've got the songs to prove it, and though they might not be consciously trying to, they're keeping the flame alive for those of us who really miss the near-forgotten rock we grew up with. - - Nick R. Scalia / Play :: New Haven's Arts & Entertainment Weekly

Echoing August may rock, but clearly they've never read the lifestyle handbook. I mean, just look at their press photo ... they're smiling. Everyone knows rock bands should stand against a graffiti-laden wall or in a field, fold their arms across their chests and sneer. I even hear that the August-onians are polite and kind to venue personnel and ... gasp ... have positive interactions with their fans while onstage. Considering the high profile ventures his band is currently involved with, Martucci may be onto something. - Gary Carra / Valley Advocate

"Yet another one of the New Haven area's best and brightest bands has scored a record deal...Congrats, guys, and be sure to mention PLAY when you do your first Rolling Stone interview. " - Play Magazine

Once I received the album, "morning sometimes maybe", it stayed in my player for days. - Strangeroad.com

Echoing August is a genuine sound, doing music they want to do. It doesn't sound forced but organic, the hooks and vocals wrapping around the music forming an original and beautiful composition. - Strangeroad.com

These guys have the talent. - Strangeroad.com

Echoing August, gaining infamous status as Southern's own, not only gives its audiences a good show and a fun time, but interacts with them, leaving them with a feeling of being part of the band - Emily Peck / SOUTHERN NEWS