Biography Vices I Admire is an alternative/indie rock band dedicated to writing honest and passionate music. Dave Curtis, Mickey Dollar and Mark Towne met in 2002 while studying at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado. During that time they balanced college-life with rehearsals, performances, a few DIY regional tours and the release of their first album, Plan B. (recorded at The Blasting Room, 2005). Energy and aggression drove its creation and the record accurately captured Vices’ hectic lives and wild performances. In 2007 Vices I Admire relocated to Denver and parted ways with original bassist, Robert Marston. The band continued to write new material and develop as musicians while they searched for Rob’s replacement. 8 months and 21 candidates later, Vices I Admire welcomed Daniel Battenhouse onto the team. The addition of Battenhouse revitalized the group and together they worked around the clock to produce the material that would engender their new album, The Politics of Apathy. The Politics of Apathy was recorded at Colorado Sound Studios in May/June of 2009. JP Manza (engineer) and Ian Pinder (producer) provided the direction and perspective necessary to capture the varied moods and styles of each song. From the dance-pop inspired, “Sweetest Girl”, to the anthemic head-banger, “Kiss Kiss”, The Politics of Apathy showcases the stylistic and musical maturation (and diverse talent) of Vices I Admire. For more information please visit Vices I Admire on the web at www.vicesiadmire.com, www.myspace.com/vicesiadmire or www.facebook.com/vicesiadmireband. Email the band at band AT vicesiadmire.com. Quotes "[The Politics of Apathy} will force you to tap your foot, sing along and then hit the repeat button so you can do it again." - 10/21/09, JP Manza, Colorado Sound Studios "Get ready to be owned Denver, these guys have the swagger." - 5/4/09, Charlive Sullivan, Colorado Music Buzz ". . . eschew the indie rock cliche-of-the-moment in favor of gut punchin' Rock 'n' roll . . . and have the chops to make you feel every blow." - 11/9/07, Alexander Neth, The Rocky Mountain News “… a group of crazy, intense performers… Obviously a band that has succeeded in creating a core fan-base, Vices I Admire is recommended for raw, revved up music and edge-of-chaos intensity.” - 5/1/05, Tim Van Schmidt, Scene Magazine