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Rock / Pop Punk / Screamo

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Dan Sinkler (21): Vocals, Guitar
Viv Peyrat (20): Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals
Mike Fraumeni (22): Bass
Andrew Sinkler (21): Drums

Johnny One Match is often compared to bands like Story of The Year, Brand New, and The Ataris, but their sound is certainly their own. Their songs have an honesty that is characterized by a perfect synchronization of words and music. It's an honesty that immediately pulls the listener in and gives them something that they can't help but relate to. Their blend of punk and rock has brought them a multitude of live dates including two east coast tours as well as the opportunity to share the stage with The Junior Varsity and Jamestown Story (formerly known as And Then I Turned Seven). Johnny One Match (under their previous name, Straitlaced) also recorded their last E.P. 'Should Sky Fall' at Long Island's Vudu Studios where Hopesfall, Emanual, The Chariot, and many other note-worthy bands have recorded.

"Sing-able melodies, lyrics that could break your heart... These guys have it all."
-Jennifer Mattern (Audioxposure.com)

Johnny One Match has music in their blood. It is evident not only in their inspired songwriting, but also in their pedigree. Twins Dan and Andrew give thanks to their grandfather, jazz great Charlie Parker, for filling them with a natural talent for making music. It would be an understandable mistake to assume that all of the hard work Johnny One Match puts into their music makes for less fun, but that couldn't be farther from the truth. Beneath the startling relatability of their songs is a foundation of rock that is especially apparent when they play live. Johnny One Match is a band that converts crowds into fans with each of their no-nonsense, high-energy live performances.

"[Johnny One Match] rocks and has fun while doing it..."
-Justin Charles Harlan (Crapfilter.net)

Johnny One Match has set the bar high for themselves, both in terms of their artistic integrity and their musicianship.

One gets the sense that they are on the verge of something big.

December 27

PHOTOS - The Troc Dec. 23

If you want to see photos of the band's show at the Troc, go to
http://www.flickr.com/photos/random-images/sets/72157594441157533/

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November 10

Tickets - The Troc in Philly on December 23

Starting from November 13, the tickets will be available on our web site www.straitlacedrocks.com in the MERCH section. Thanks!

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June 26

Straitlaced live on 94.1 WYSP with Tommy Conwell on July 16

Tommy Conwell has invited Straitlaced to play live during his show, LOUD & LOCAL, on Sunday July 16 starting at 10:00 PM on 94.1 WYSP. Straitlaced will play 3 new songs live on the air.

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June 11

New Songs Posted!!!

We're so excited we finally got our master copy of our songs back! We just posted all five of our new songs that we recorded at VuDu Studios (www.vudustudios.com) in May. The artwork is coming along and then it will go to the pressing plant. A CD release show for the end of July will be announced very shortly. Show some love and comment us how much YOU think the new songs rock!

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June 7

Straitlaced to blast Cafe Metro

Go to http://www.timesleader.com/mld/weekender/entertainment/14759087.htm
Or read on...

Straitlaced to blast Caf Metro
By Alan K. Stout Music On The Menu

The band Straitlaced takes its name from a term, used by the groups circle of friends, to describe anything cool.

Fans of the fiery quartet might say its a pretty good fit.

The young band was formed just a few years ago in Abington, just outside of Philadelphia, and its current lineup has been in place for just one year. Though the groups music has been described as power punk/pop and even screamo, guitarist Viv Peyrat, 19, prefers a more simple description.

I would just call it alternative, he says. I would just call it rock. We try to cover a lot of areas of rock, and dont just stick to one. There are a lot of influences. Everyone likes heavy shit, but they also like some good pop/rock. We try to mix it up.

Straitlaced self-titled EP includes the tracks Burn, Half The Battle, Six Letters, Pull The Plug and Thank You, Good-Bye. Group members also include Dan Sinkler on vocals and guitar, Andy Sinkler on drums (theyre twins) and Leland Weeks on bass. Interestingly, the bands bio offers some almost humorous insight into the songwriting process:

Our songs usually are created from a guitar riff by Viv or Dan, and then we argue about how Andrew should play to it, it reads. Next, Leland plays the most simple, yet intricate bass part possible without looking like a complete (dork). Then, Dan writes the words that none of the other members understand until they are recorded some of the songs happen to be about stupid things Dan has done while partying.

Peyrat agrees with that description.

Honestly, thats how it goes down, he says with a chuckle. Someone will come up with stupid little ideas, and well kind of feed off of it and work off of it for an hour or two. Maybe nothing will come of it, or something good will come of it, and then Dan puts lyrics to it.

And what inspires the songs?

Its usually just lifes events girls and stuff.

Though the groups influences and favorites include acts such as Blink 182, Jimmy Eat World and Taking Back Sunday, it has also made a conscious effort to forge its own sound.

Guitar, to me - distorted guitars - are real important, says Peyrat. Its all about letting a lot of energy out through your songs.

Sometimes, say Peyrat, you might even hear a few seconds of an Eric Clapton or Eddie Van Halen influence. Even the shifting-gears style of drumming, he says, brings a unique dynamic to the songs.

I try to throw in a lot of solos, or more solos, than some other bands and we definitely like to switch up within a song. Andrew likes to go to a lot of different places when hes playing drums.

Peyrat says the groups live shows are both professional and energetic and that its main goal is to connect with its audience and audience that the band would like to see expand nationwide.

Thats the ultimate goal the record deal, touring, the tour bus, he says. I definitely want to be signed by a label, go on some nice tours, record some albums, and then start thinking about maybe getting on the radio and trying to write some hits.

Making a living would be great, but it wouldnt be as sweet as making it huge.

Go:

Who: Straitlaced, with The Alexandria Machine, Beyond Bleeding Eyes and One Shot Shy of a Shooting

Where: Caf Metropolis, 94 S. Main Street, Wilkes-Barre

When: Friday, June 9. Doors at 7 p.m. Music at 8 p.m.

Cover: $5

Info: www.cafemetropolis.com

Band on the web: www.staitlacedrocks.com