Artist description write. influence. change. live.

Music Style A diverse and freeform blend of expressive emo and hardcore elements with a light modern metal edge

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Artist History “And stories will end as stories begin, and tables can turn and they always will.” – incense & ambiguity. The tables turned in the spring of 2001 for the four members of Kaddisfly, the day they first converged in a chicken coupe in Eugene, Oregon and began an evening long jam session of hypnotic melodies. Immediately apparent that there was something special in the air, the four members of Kaddisfly fused and a new bug was born. Congruent with most bands, each individual member had come from a previous musical project, though none of which held the promise or the excitement that Kaddisfly encompassed. Aaron Tollefson (guitar), and Chris Ruff (vocals), had played together since high school, and by combining the elements of Kile Brewer (bass) and Beau Kuther (drums), Kaddisfly was put into life. Shortly after the band’s conception, Kaddisfly made the move to nearby Portland, Oregon for a change of scene, and by the fall of 2001 the band had enough musical groundwork laid to record their first EP. Entitled honorable mention, their first effort was adequately mixed and produced, but rough around the edges. Though the recording would break Kaddisfly’s wallet, honorable mention would prove to be a valuable asset in furthering the band’s musical career. Through their shows, apparel, stickers, and street team, Kaddisfly began working diligently on spreading the work that they had put so much love into creating. Combined with relentless touring around the northwest and promoting in every spare moment, the EP would help spread the kaddisfly bug throughout the west coast and the internet, summoning new fans as far as Germany, Spain, and even Japan. Aided by the internet, Kaddisfly’s music soon began penetrating many online magazines and reaching music lovers who were longing for something more from music than simple sound waves. Honorable mention, though youthful in nature, displayed something unseen in many of today’s modern acts - the defining characteristic of exceptional songwriting. One year into their existence, Kaddisfly had built an impressive resume and reputation, touring the west coast and playing showcases for 101.1 KUFO and 94.7 NRK in Portland. With the track late night car crash in periodic rotation at 94.7 NRK, and numerous campus radio stations supporting kaddisfly throughout the nation, the band hit the road, performing various dates in the western United States, including showcases in Los Angeles and Las Vegas. At present date Kaddisfly is distributing their new, independently released four song EP entitled Humania; a re-mastered compilation of recordings since March of 2002. A continuation of honorable mention, Humania promises to make an impact on the underground music community and establish Kaddisfly as an entity capable of an epic career, spanning all borders and shattering all trends. Aside from their apparent individual musicianship, through lyrical content Kaddisfly has made an impact that has touched many people - an impact that has manifested itself though the outpouring of emails and incredible crowd response the band has received. Kaddisfly’s theory of composing pieces of art with an intention to change lives in a positive manner is a fact that makes the band special and may well set them apart from any modern trends. Following self imposed guidelines and straying away from popular convention, Kaddisfly’s message renders itself in the form of skillfully crafted poetry, with boundless intrinsic meaning. Changing the anatomy of the human condition may seem a lost cause to many, but will forever remain the purpose of the band’s existence. “Our choices are promises made to ourselves, our choices are commitments binded by light, for our light to be seen all our words will be heard.”– Kaddisfly. While some bands play to be famous, Kaddisfly plays to be heard and to be felt. For Kaddisfly to set their goals so high as to make a positive change in the world is not far fetched, but is rather a testament to the na�ve ambition that a band must possess in order to make such an impact. Every piece of art that has made a difference in someone’s life was born of one dream and one love, and Kaddisfly exposes that love from every angle. As the band believes, more can be accomplished through music than any other aspect of humanity, as long as the music is true and created out of love. As Kaddisfly has learned thus far in their existence, there is no diagram for the composition of a song. In music there is no perfection, but through music thrives beauty, expressed far beyond the boundaries of a chord or the confinement of a measure. In the coming years Kaddisfly’s creativity will evolve and their light will only intensify, as their music expands along with a positive legacy that will no doubt be left standing long after the physical band is gone. “…when the earth is flooded we must not turn away, more than a kind remembrance we have to leave a flame.” - lower case letter.

Group Members Kile Brewer (Bass), Aaron Tollefson (Guitar) Christopher Ruff (Vocals), Beau Kuther (Drums)

Instruments Drums, Bass, Guitar, Voice, Words

Albums Honorable Mention EP (2001); Humania EP (2002); Did you know people can fly? (2003)

Press Reviews - theprp.com review - “A diverse and freeform blend of expressive emo and hardcore elements with a light modern metal edge, Kaddisfly are perhaps Oregon's brightest act at the moment and "Humania" proves it … Kaddisfly still stands out as a result of their keen song writing style … It's this random factor which defines the band and sets them apart because it is the direct cause of their songs launching into a roller coaster like ride through the human psyche …” http://theprp.com - digital-noise.net review - ”Kaddisfly is different without being regarded as strictly outlandish, accessible yet heavy and mature yet youthfully exciting - which may give them just the edge they need to overcome new metal adversity when they surely make the jump to the majors …” http://www.digital-noise.net/reviews/kaddisfly.php - indulged.com review - “The band shines forth with a luminance of soft melodies that are highlighted by a touch of the exact opposite …” http://www.indulged.com/discover/album_reviews/kaddisfly.sh - smother.net review - “Hear me now, this is the most talented and impressive unsigned act that has graced my CD player in the last five years.” http://www.smother.net/reviews/crossover.php3?ID=88 - breakthestatic.cjb.net review - “Kaddisfly is one of those bands who don’t come around too often … These guys are one of the premiere unknown bands right now. I’m sure that will change eventually when these guys see a major release sometime in the future ...” http://breakthestatic.cjb.net/

Location Portland, OR - USA

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