Meet The Kiss Off, FILTER’s new band of the month. The Brooklyn based quintet pushes boundaries by combining motorik beats, pulsating virtuosic guitar riffs, and infectious synth-rhythms with poised self-assurance. Singer/songwriter Tyndall's hauntingly powerful baritone compliments the group's unique charm, exuding a raw yet polished, pure and honest sentiment. The group's debut EP, Brace, features distorted melodies, kraut-rock sensibilities, art-pop overtones, and minimal yet memorable hooks. The assembly of songs focuses on personal identity, originating from Tyndall's perspective. Brace was self-produced and recorded at The Space in Manhattan, and is a prime indicator of the band's DNA, with hints of how they will evolve.
The Kiss Off: www.myspace.com/thekissoffnyc
Who are your main influences:
David Bowie and Echo & The Bunnymen
How did you meet?
Most of us went to NYU together- Sam joined after his previous band broke up.
What is your biggest achievement as a band to date?
Releasing our EP.
Where did the band name originate?
Depends who you ask- either a Twilight Zone episode or a line from 'Joe the Lion'
Favorite Bands?
St. Vincent, Apes & Androids, Big Bang TV, Bellmer Dolls, & The King Left.
Plans to Tour?
LA in August, then the world.
Plans for next release?
We're working on our first full length right now. Expect it at the end of the year.
Upcoming Shows:
7/10 - Pianos w/ The King Left - NY
7/18 - Southpaw w/ Susu - NY
7/19 - TISWAS Party @ Annex - NY
8/14 – Filter Magazine’s Sunset Series @ the Barker Block - LA, CA
8/29 - Mercury Lounge - NY
I saw these guys at Mercury Lounge a couple of months back...they tore the f*ing walls down. Seriously, they are even better live, and I would recommend that anyone interested in the band see them live. No, seriously.
Posted by: Mike (Brooklyn) | Monday, July 07, 2008 at 08:14 PM
Yeah! I like the video.
Posted by: danny | Tuesday, July 08, 2008 at 11:29 AM
I'm really into this. The songs are great and I love the singer's voice.
Posted by: Rachel | Wednesday, July 09, 2008 at 07:44 AM
Yeah! I also saw them a couple months back at the Mercury lounge, and they were awesome. They have a great sound, and the bassist brought such a great energy to the room.
Posted by: Jessica Cohen | Wednesday, July 09, 2008 at 10:25 AM
This is awesome, I'm friends with Oliver. Good for them.
Posted by: Chris (NY) | Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at 01:15 PM
where've you been all my life?!
Posted by: sarah | Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at 08:00 PM
It is so refreshing to find mew music! i get so bored with music lately but since i heard this band i finally feel excited to actually listen and care. I'm looking forward to the show at Mercury Lounge. Plus, the drummer is really cute. Love the glasses! yay! The Kiss Off!
Posted by: Tiffany | Thursday, August 07, 2008 at 07:41 PM