Simple 6

Every year they come. They come to Los Angeles and another song, another record - another band - is born. And sometimes, throughout all the timely songs, dustbin records, and forgotten groups, comes a band that is neither defined by its roots nor confined by the goings-on of their peers. It is their time. And they are called Simple 6.

Combining the radio-friendliness of Switchfoot, the soulfulness of Jason Mraz, and the undeniable musicality of the The Dave Matthews Band, Simple 6 delivers a memorable mixture of acoustic and electric-flavored Rock. Sometimes filled with bright textures, other times sparse and moody, the music of Simple 6 is always melodic and lyrically poignant.

David Gielan (vocals/guitar/percussion), Simple 6's principle songwriter and founder, paid his musical dues early, touring the U.S. with Garage Rock favorite Gizmo at the tender age of 14 and sharing bills with Indie Rock darlings Trans Am (Thrill Jockey) and Vertical Horizon (RCA). Gielan, equally skilled at singing, guitar, violin, piano, drums, and producing, furthered his playing and burgeoning songwriting at Berklee College of Music, whose attendees include Grammy-winning and multi-platinum artists Paula Cole and John Mayer. David Gielan, who has gone on to develop a noteworthy solo career, which includes a nomination from the Los Angeles Music Awards for "Male Singer/Songwriter of the Year", writes songs that seem to come from a dark place, yet are melodically-driven, a contrasting formula which makes Simple 6's sound, all its own.

Simple 6's sonic strength comes from the keyboard and guitar playing of Ted Wheaton. Wheaton, the son of one of the top music theorists in the country, has made his livelihood from music, touring the states year-round with groups such as Seattle Reggae-outfit, The Ganja Farmers. Like his band mates, Drummer Kevin Hill has also made a life filled with rigorous touring, sharing bills with the likes of Maroon 5 in a former project, the rave rock psychedelic lounge funk act, The Serotonins. Hill's masterful locomotion and use of a commanding technical style allow a platform for La Rue Mayo (bass) to shine. Mayo, an accomplished musician in his own right, has recorded with some of the nation's top acts.

Simple 6's full-length debut, the aptly titled In High Def (Heat Recordz), is a mixture of DIY production and that of producer Michael Vail Blum (Michael Jackson, Madonna). Producing the majority of the album themselves with Engineer Scott Crisp of Drinking Bleach (Beck, Kanye West), David Gielan and Tedd Wheaton stayed true to their musical vision in a resounding and formidable way leaving the listener anxious for more, staying out of the confines of industry standards, creating a sound that can stand against any of todays top selling albums. Garnering a 2006 nomination from the Los Angeles Music Awards for Adult Contemporary Rock Album of the Year, In High Def is creating substantial buzz in other mediums, including television, radio, and the web. Whether it be airplay of their breakout single, Stereo, on iTunes and college radio stations across the country, being interviewed and performing as a featured artist on the morning talk show Brunch (Q-Television), or the 15,000 hits a month on their website www.simple6music.com, Simple 6 is on their way to the top.

Reviewing a recent show at the Knitting Factory, MusicHighway.com's Amanda Turner Manning wrote, " I will be looking out for Simple 6's next gig and future success. Picking up the acoustic guitar, and accompanying his band, David performs like a true front-man should, capturing our attention with the depth of his vocal inflections and huge range, not to mention great looks!" Miguel Davis of the The Circuits, LLC said, " Simple 6's music is well-composed and Davids vocal range is astonishing. If we offered record deals, Simple 6 would be the first to receive one. Simple 6 is definitely the new artist to look for in 2006. "

Band Members:
David Gielan - Lead Vocals/Guitar Kevin Hill - Drums La Rue - Bass Tedd Wheaton - Keys/Vocals

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