Artist description After a head spinning two years of existence, Extra Blue Kind's no frills, no b.s, original, guitar-based rock sound is propelling them beyond the burgeoning Indianapolis music scene. From the remnants of a successful Bloomington, Indiana based University house party band, guitarist/lead singer P. David Handy began Extra Blue Kind as an outlet for his melodic rock songs. Keeping the solid rhythm section of bassist, Squirt and drummer Randee Eimer, P. wanted to lead the band into an edgier, guitar driven rock format. After a few shows as a three-piece, dynamic showman and lead guitarist David Barajas joined the line-up bringing with him a strong background in funk and heavier riff-based rock. The chemistry between the four diverse musicians was immediately evident and soon gained them a growing audience in the Indianapolis music community. Combining P. David's pop sensibilities, along with the driving bass and dual guitar attack, the band melds the best of modern rock with the right amount of memorable hooks and pure unadulterated energy. The fusion of P. David's honest vocal delivery, combined with the non-stop guitar antics of David B; the funky attack of Squirt's bass and the incessant energy of Randee's drumming create a unique and irresistible stage show. Notable influences include the riff-based rock of Queens Of The Stone Age, the tribal rhythms of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, the multi-faceted Dave Grohl, the lo-fi art rock of The Sea and Cake and the melodic flavor of 60s pop.

Music Style Intelligent Pop Rock

Musical Influences The Pixies, The Sea and Cake, Queens Of The Stone Age

Similar Artists Hmmm...you tell us!

Group Members P. David Handy - Vocals/Guitars David Barrajas - Guitars/Vocal Squirt - Bass Randee Eimer - Drums

Albums Extra Blue Kind, Combat Vixen EP

Press Reviews "In little more than a year, this Bloomington-based quartet has found a loyal and appreciative audience in Indianapolis. That's because they're experts at the guitar-based pop song. Accessible musically, they reach a wide audience because their songwriting skills are top-notch. No frills, no bullshit, just good original rock music. Ignoring trendy styles in favor of developing their own distinguishable sound, EBK is one band that will always remain true to their vision of good, straight-ahead rock music." NUVO Staff Reports NUVO Newsweekly (Indianapolis, IN) April 9, 2003 "The opening band, Extra Blue Kind, started the night off with a tight and energetic set...this band could headline next time it plays here." Jeffrey Walker from "Creed, Pyrotechnics Keep Roberts Crowd Rocking" Evansville Courier & Press (Evansville, IN) November 10, 2002 "(P. David) Handy's voice is gritty and emotional, and unlike many young rock band lead singers he prides himself on not sounding like a Kurt Cobain-Eddie Vedder composite. He and (David) Barajas switch off playing lead, although normally it is Barajas who does the honors, immersing himself in the music. (Randee) Eimer's drumming is tough and consistent, and he acts as the group's non-verbal leader while playing." Jack M. Silverstein Indiana University Daily Student (Bloomington) September 12, 2002 "A perfect union of energy and melody, Extra Blue Kind ranks among the state's hottest unsigned acts." David Lindquist Indianapolis Star (Indianapolis, IN) September 27, 2002 "Extra Blue Kind has, over the last year, proven themselves to be one of the most promising groups in the local music scene. Stockpiling as much critical acclaim as a band can in our little pond, EBK has crossed the coveted barrier of the airwaves by having a couple of their singles spun on WRZX and WZPL. It's a deserved commendation for this substantially radio-friendly group. David Handy, Randee Eimer, Squirt and David Barajas provide a provocative energy on stage with an onslaught of hooks, melodies and guitars." Danica Johnson NUVO Newsweekly (Indianapolis, IN) July 31, 2002 "EBK is a young band that has garnered a lot of success as a local band with the potential to fly right out of Indy. Primary songwriters David Handy and David Barajas have a shared talent for writing radio friendly pop rock melodies of quality conception." NUVO Staff Reports NUVO Newsweekly (Indianapolis, IN) July 3, 2002

Location Indianapolis, IN - USA

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