The Silent Parade Band Members: Charlie Shaw (vocals, guitar) and Jonathan Thomas (vocals/guitar). Contributors: John Rawlinson (Drums), James Joseph (keys), Derek Shipley (bass). Emerging from the city best known for its musical past comes two musicians that have combined to form one of the most unique bands in Memphis, The Silent Parade. Meeting at a high school talent show, Jonathan Thomas was blown away at hearing Charlie Shaw perform. As a result, Shaw and Thomas have been playing together for two years in a couple different bands. Now, they makeup the core of The Silent Parade and have released their debut album After All the Wars, produced by Jeremiah Tucker. Their past is one full of musical outlets and interesting avenues. Both come from musical backgrounds that have set a foundation for their love of music. Thomas had been writing and recording music in his room for years, while Shaw, the son of a Southern Baptist pastor, gained invaluable experience playing and singing in church. The combination of their styles begat the unique synthesis of sound that fully matures on After All the Wars. This honest, laid back album can be characterized as a singer/songwriter record deeply rooted in rock and Americana. It is a concept album about the condition of the human heart that culminates in the title track, “After All the Wars.” Shaw and Thomas draw most of their musical influences from each other, but they are both inspired by Ryan Adams, Radiohead, Bob Dylan, Sigur Ross, and Johnny Cash. These artists seem to set the mood for the type of music The Silent Parade writes, however most fans have trouble putting a finger on exactly what, or who it is they sound like. Some say it’s a mix between Sigur Ross and Damien Rice, while others swear it’s Uncle Tupelo and Radiohead. This is the mystery behind their sound. They remind everyone of someone, but whom? The music sounds familiar, yet at the same time, it’s new and fresh. This is a characteristic few modern bands have. The Silent Parade is truly alone in its category, but is loved by fans of all musical backgrounds. Now with the release of the highly anticipated After All the Wars, Shaw and Thomas are ready to expose themselves to music admirers everywhere. Check them out on their Myspace page at www.myspace.com/thesilentparadeband. For more information on The Silent Parade contact Fat Kid Productions at (901) 240-7003 or e-mail us at info@teamfatkid.com. -Charlie Shaw "Stay Free" -jimi hendrix