Artist description Santa Cruz-based modern rock band that is smoother than tapioca. Ever wonder what would happen when a band finds the modern rock fake book used at a local book store-- so do we.

Music Style Rock/Acoustic Rock

Similar Artists Goo Goo Dolls, Everclear, Coldplay

Artist History Sometimes it only takes a little luck or a run-in with the devil’s brother. In Blueprint’s case, it took both. On a foggy day during the autumn of 1997 guitarist Zach Friend took a stroll down Pacific Avenue in downtown Santa Cruz. He came across an elderly blind man playing a 1930’s National guitar with a coffee can filled with spare change. After a few bars the man stopped. “My two chords can change the world boy, and guitarists like you ain’t never going to play like me.” The timing was perfect. Zach had been immersed in the Modern Rock Fake Book for days. The only conclusion he reached was that catchy tunes required three chords, not two. After a short discussion and a handful of Coronas at noon, the pair began to discuss the secret two-chord progression. With these two chords Blueprint was born. The musicians wanted ad was placed that day. All the essential locations were hit. The local record store, the University, and various gentlemen’s clubs around town. Vocalist Darren McClure was the first to answer. The band has never discussed where Darren saw the ad, but everyone has their suspicions. Drummer Dave Price and Bassist Ben Edwards quickly followed suit. Their calling came from a different sort. The University of California, Santa Cruz. Zach and Dave were freshman hall mates and all three attended the same residential college. You see a bond is formed when everyone has attended the same school. After all, it provides a mutual understanding of athlete’s foot from the shower or girls without makeup at 5:00 a.m. While based in Santa Cruz, the band’s roots actually stem from Southern California. Growing up just outside of Los Angeles, Darren was surrounded by, in fact lived in the same neighborhood with, the sounds and members of Social Distortion, Zebrahead, and No Doubt. Ben’s West L.A. upbringing placed him in the forefront of some of the world’s finest music clubs and bands. Zach’s San Diego background allowed his previous band an opportunity to open for Blink-182 and Rocket from the Crypt. Dave is the only non-tan member. His San Jose background is mostly kept quiet for PR purposes. So, many will ask, what the hell is the band doing in Santa Cruz? “The answer is easy,” claims Ben, “we heard that Phish made it big by living in old school busses and smelling like patchouli oil. We figured the best way to surround ourselves in this ‘creative’ environment was to move to Santa Cruz. Hey, we’re a jam band without the song length, solos, patchouli and school busses… ok, maybe we are pop.” And there you have it. This is the basis of Blueprint. Is it revolutionary? Yes. Is it butter? Yes. Is it revolutionary butter? Only you can decide. Until then, Zach vows to keep the two chords a secret. Go ahead, dance with the devil’s brother tonigh

Group Members Darren McClure--vox Zach Friend--guitar Ben Edwards--bass Dave Price--drums

Instruments Guitar/Bass/Drums/Vox

Albums Maybe Wednesday

Press Reviews "The most promising band of the year" --AFS "Absolutely remarkable" Judd Handler, In the Spin Light "Blueprint is a band filled with incredible spirit and promise. Certainly we will be hearing more from them" - Musician's Trade Journal "Blueprint's unique brand of guitar oriented pop and Mc Clure's solid vocal work moves listeners with its graceful explosions--clearly a band to look out for" - Musicosm "This is not your standard alternative pop faire... Blueprint has a true bright future" - Indie Journal "Blueprint's got it all. Strong song sensibilites, a melodic voice. I can't wait to hear more from them" Makeastar.c

Location Santa Cruz, CA - USA

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