Aduro

There is no such thing as a “typical day” in a band. We are pretty consistent with our band practice schedule, but shows, venues, crowd, and weather always varies. We never know how any show will turn out and what to expect. There have been times we played in front of only a few people and it was the most fun we’ve ever had. One thing we’ve all learned is to throw out your expectations and have fun doing what you love because it can be just as fun to play in front of 5 people as it is to play in front of 500. - HerCampus.com

We have an extremely diverse cast of characters on our band roster:
Our guitarist, Muj, moved to the area all the way from Bangladesh. Shannon (keyboards/synth/vocals) is from New York, and Travis (lead vocals) originally lived in San Diego. Bill (drums) is from Detroit, and Jason (bass) is the only actual local; he grew up in Portsmouth. Now we are based in Norfolk. - theheat757.com

Many young musicians dream of touring the country, playing in front of thousands of people and developing a large fan base. For the band Aduro, however, featuring Jason Durso ’12, these dreams have become reality.

Aduro consists of Travis Heath (vocals), Mujtaba Habib (guitar), Shannon Farrell (keys), Bill Manley (drums) and Durso (bass). Friday morning, Aduro took the stage on the Hampton Roads Morning Show. - Flathat.com

Keeping on the fire theme, our friends in Aduro are releasing their new EP, “Hearts On Fire” tomorrow. They have been streaming it online for the last few days and today you can still hear the title track. One word: FANTASTIC. - Wavy.com

Aduro is the Latin imperative of the verb “set ablaze,”. Less than one year after forming, this alt-rock group from Norfolk, VA built up a reputation for high-energy live shows, professional demeanor, and a genre-transcending musical style. - JanSport

There is a want to be great; a drive to be better at every practice they ever had. Each show is treated like a clinic; studied and analyzed as to what can be adjusted towards the ultimate goal – perfection. Just a group of 5 people who came together in the summer of 2010 in Hampton Roads, Virginia, Aduro was formed with the intent and determination to become a something great and unique in the music industry. With years of performance experience between them, they gathered forming a clear strategy of how to begin an ascent toward the ultimate goal of becoming something truly memorable.

Just off the release from their EP, Listen.., we have already begun making strides to take the music industry. With undying energy, uniquely intricate technique, and gripping emotion in each song, an Aduro show is meant to take you on a journey to heights only imaginable and deep inside of your own emotions. - GapTooth Diva

Last, but certainly not least was the alternative rock band Aduro. Lead by male vocalist Travis, this Norfolk band came with at least 20 fans. Muj, Nick, Bill and Shannon complete the compliment of Aduro and they were just as polished as Photosynthesizers. Aduro has been creating buzz and a following throughout the 757 and we finally got a chance to witness the hype. Travis kept the crowd going with tracks like “House of Cards” and “Listen”. It was clear that Travis was the best male vocalist of the evening and it certainly left the judges feeling like this would be a hard one to figure out.

In the end, it was Aduro winning by a close margin over Photosynthesizers. Runner-ups are invited back for a rematch, so you can catch the bands again sometime in the near future. The crowd was the real winner as we were treated to a variety of music and entertainment (and good food!). You can find out more information about the Battle of the Bands and 37th and Zen at www.37nzen.com. - Mace and Crown

Many have said being in a band is like being a family. For the 5 members of Aduro, this couldn’t be more true. Coming together from all corners of the world, these guys and gal create music that has connected and rallied them to hundreds of loyal fans (yay, more family!). This year, Travis, Muj, Bill, Shannon and Jason united their troops to help land them a slot at Aloft‘s prestigious Live in the Vineyard showcase. Between getting flown out to wine country and knocking a few back with artists like Jack’s Mannequin, these guys have plenty of stories. Check out what they shared with me just a week after their performance. - Sonicbids

Live In The Vineyard presented by Aloft Hotels is getting closer and we are super excited to announce a special VIP performance in Napa come November! Fans on Facebook have selected Aduro, the alt-rock band from Norfolk, VA to play a VIP performance during the festival. Aduro received the most song downloads during Aloft’s “50 Days of Music” the celebration and will join several other big performers such as O.A.R, Michelle Branch, and Daughtry in Napa Valley to bring attendees a concert experience like no other, one dedicated to the fans, decided by the fans. Congratulations Aduro! - Aloft

Local alt-rock band Aduro – previously featured on Z104, on National Public Radio and at The NorVa – is in the running in a national competition by Aloft Hotels to win a trip to Napa, Calif., to play with Daughtry, O.A.R. and a bunch of other national acts. Votes by fans have elevated them to first place above 49 other musicians, but they face stiff competition and need help to stay there.

Vote to have Hampton Roads represented by downloading Aduro’s free track here.

Post a screen shot of the download confirmation to Aduro’s Facebook page and be entered to win prizes including a signed EP and movie tickets.

For more on Aduro, check out their Bandcamp page, which includes a digital album download. - Pilot Online

There’s something to be said for local and unsigned bands. Be it their passion to get their names out or the spirit of the message they deliver with their music, I’ll stand behind any ‘up and comer’ band almost immediately compared to your every day signed act. Enter Alternative Rock group Aduro, a local act hailing from Norfolk, Virginia.

With already one EP under their belt, Aduro (whose name is latin derivative from the term ‘set ablaze’) is poised to set the world on fire with a sound that has to literally be heard to be appreciated. It could be their energy, or even their sound, but my betting money is on their personality. Every group has their calling card and Aduro’s personality is a signature that is truly unique to experience. Every track from the band’s current EP ‘Listen…‘ resonates with a musical vibe that’s a combination of edge, feel good and inspirational.

Lead singer Travis Heath’s vocals deliver a soulful sound that elevates the music to a level that’s quite past the humbling alternative demeanor of their music but completely complimenting the overall sound of the band. With the talents of Mujtaba Habib on guitar, William Manley on drums, Shannon Farrell with keys and vocals and Jason Durso on bass, Aduro’s sound isn’t cookie-cutter at all. The opening track House of Cards grabs you immediately with its playful guitar, mellow drums and rich vocals and before you know it, you’re experiencing a different taste of rock that most of today’s alternative bands can’t begin to compete with.

Based out of Norfolk, VA, Aduro is currently in the studios wrapping up production on their second EP release which is slated for release in November. The group is also planning for an East Coast concert tour and are currently competing for a spot in the Live at Aloft Hotels: 50 Days of Music competition to open for Daughtry, O.A.R. and other bands in Napa, CA. You can learn more about them via Twitter@aduromusic and follow the group on Facebook. - Popculture Shock

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Last, but certainly not least was the alternative rock band Aduro. Lead by male vocalist Travis, this Norfolk band came with at least 20 fans. Muj, Nick, Bill and Shannon complete the compliment of Aduro and they were just as polished as Photosynthesizers. Aduro has been creating buzz and a following throughout the 757 and we finally got a chance to witness the hype. Travis kept the crowd going with tracks like “House of Cards” and “Listen”. It was clear that Travis was the best male vocalist of the evening and it certainly left the judges feeling like this would be a hard one to figure out.

In the end, it was Aduro winning by a close margin over Photosynthesizers. Runner-ups are invited back for a rematch, so you can catch the bands again sometime in the near future. The crowd was the real winner as we were treated to a variety of music and entertainment (and good food!). You can find out more information about the Battle of the Bands and 37th and Zen at www.37nzen.com. - http://maceandcrown.com