Artist description The Usual is a Rock and Roll band, no apologies. Every show is a spectacle and those who have seen them live always leave forever changed. Consisting of 5 very different musicians, there is something for everyone. Sometimes sweet, sometimes edgy, one thing always remains true, rock and roll lives and breathes in Philadelphia and always will as long as the Usual has anything to do with it.

Music Style High Energy, Honest Rock & Roll

Musical Influences REM, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, and about a million others

Similar Artists REM, Live, Rolling Stones, the Beatles, Led Zeppelin and shades of countless others

Artist History The Usual is Rock and Roll. A confident frontman leading a 4 piece band that aims to mow down anyone in front of them with pure unrelenting energy. Formed in late 1998, the Usual has gained a reputation for an unpredictable live show and killer songs. At any given Usual show you will see hippies, punks, yuppies and every other type of music fan you can imagine, proving that the Usual is no one trick pony. Every song is a different emotion. Every emotion expressed is explored to it's fullest. The Usual is a dynamic, powerful band capable of taking over the world and hellbent on exactly that...

Group Members Michael Martin -Vocals- Jeff Steidler -Bass- Justin "the Boy" Ski -Drums- Alex Paynter -Guitar- Patrick Stoner -Saxophone-

Instruments Vox, Drums, Guitar, Bass and Sax

Albums *Self Titled Debut -the Usual* *All I Need -the Usual* Both Available on CD from Peach Records 2000.

Press Reviews This Band is so Refreshing. Exactly what Philly has been looking for -- Philadelphia Weekly. Strong Lyrics and excellent song writing -- City Paper. With solid hooks and two feet firmly planted in balls out rock and roll, expect to hear from the Usual soon and often. -Jim Argent

Location Philadelphia, PA - USA

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