Voodoo Pharmacology
Baltimore, Maryland, United States | SELF
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This style of music is not what I’m use to hearing but it does open up the mind to new and different experiences. - thecdreviewer.com
BALTIMORE- Voodoo Pharmacology does it again with Radio Testimonials of the Coming Apocalypse.
Their latest album weaves a dreamy dystopia where grinding chords meet exotic drones. RTotCA gets experimental without going completely mad scientist and losing some of the sound that makes Baltimore's Voodoo Pharmacology unique.
"Rooftop Samsara" is a twisted big tent revival long after society collapsed. Weaving exctatic chants and hymnals, the real "Voodoo" kicks in with crunchy cords, tight picking and signature deep, dark vocals to rain fire and brimstone on nonbelievers.
About that picking: Voodoo Pharmacology threads plucked banjo (or mandolin) in a few songs to great and distinct effect. In "Asphalt and Tumbleweeds," the picking is front and center. Without getting twangy, they give the track an almost western sound. In "Pilgrim's Moon," the picking is present but sharp notes give an almost Irish folk feel to it, evoking caravans over foggy moonlit moors.
"The Fanaid Grove" takes that theme a little further with a short, beautiful solo by a female vocalist who is at once hopeful and mournful for a future that will not be.
"MayFly" is a powerful funeral durge for the end of civilization. If the world ends, I hope it sounds like this.
RTofCA subtly stalks you on the horizon like hungry wolves and then rushes in with the fury of mad highway bandits. If Firefly had this soundtrack, it might still be running. It's that good.
http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-13937-Urban-Arts-Examiner~y2009m12d10-Radio-Transmissions-of-the-Coming-Apocalypse-Voodoo-Pharmacolagy-destroys-the-world - Examiner.com
BALTIMORE- Rising rock powerhouse Voodoo Pharmacology takes the stage tonight at Baltimore's historic Senator Theater.
In what they are calling a multi-media extravaganza, Voodoo Pharmacology will celebrate the release of their new album "Radio Testimonials of the Coming Apocalypse."
Known for their dark, driving and unique sound, they will share the stage with Red This Ever, Dark Dissolve and Drowning Season. At the venue will be what promises to be kick-ass music, along with art vendors, indie movie producers and more.
Video game fans should check out the special preview of their song "Minnesota" coming soon to the Rockband Network, allowing fans to see if they've got the mojo to make it!
Doors open at 8. Tickets are $13. The first 50 people through the door are entered in a drawing for a special prize.
http://www.examiner.com/x-13937-Urban-Arts-Examiner~y2010m1d22-Voodoo-Pharmacology-rocks-out-at-historic-Senator-Theater-in-Baltimore-tonight - Examiner.com
I was driving home from work one day and I received a text message from my good friend Ryan Romano, drummer of “Voodoo Pharmacology”, and that simple message made my day.
Basically, this unique local band is getting more exposure thanks to Rock Band 2 selecting their song, ” Minnesota” into their latest game.
I think everyone who is attending this weeks Voodoo Pharmacology show in Sonar( Baltimore) this Friday should give them a huge shout-out for earning such a huge accomplishment.
Who: Voodoo Pharmacology, “Band- Extraordinaire”
What: Will be playing at “Unite- a Powwow Pre Event” in Sonar Night Club.
Where: 407 East Saratoga Street, Baltimore, MD
When: March 19 at 8:00 p.m
Why: This event benefits the Powwow festival and it celebrates the Vernal Equinox.
If you want to learn more about this band, join their Facebook Page.
Or better yet, come meet them for yourselves at their latest show. I promise you, it’s not like any other concert you’ve ever been to, that’s for sure. - http://sherryndaniel.wordpress.com
http://www.examiner.com/x-13937-Urban-Arts-Examiner~y2009m8d3-Voodoo-Pharmacologys-new-album-brings-ubridled-talent-and-depth-to-the-Baltimore-MD-music-scene
In their self-titled release with Jam House Productions, Voodoo Pharmacology is somewhere between Nine Inch Nails, Depeche Mode and Oingo Boingo. The album mixes crunchy, grungy synths and driving chords with haunting, plucked acoustic strings in a broad range of addictive tunes that are each distinct, but united by the band's unique sound. The album starts strong and doesn't need to fight for your attention - Voodoo Pharmacology's powerful music and evocative lyrics grab you, throw you in the back and take you for a ride.
"The Legend of Pete Bombascinto" is a spoken tale over loud, bluesy riffs that tells the story of a Vegas Boss that glitters with neon, and booze-laden poker room noir and then, somehow, transitions effortlessly into the next track "Asphalt and Tumbleweeds" which quietly muses with a banjo and violin and evokes the desert at night. The simple, excellent track balances urgency and discretion, hauling ass away from a bad dream with the top down and the wind and stars to wash away the sound of Bombascinto's gunfire.
"The Mannequin Ballet" is a kiss from the mind of Tim Burton and deserves to be in his next feature film. Haunting, soft and sweet, it's a dark music box melody that caresses you away from whatever you were doing and gently, insistingly, commands you simply stop and listen.
Voodoo Pharmacology's style, substance and immense skill are a force to be reckoned with. The Baltimore, Maryland band is immensely talented and has the technical prowess and production values to back it up. Keep an eye on them, Voodoo Pharmacology is going to go far! - Baltimore Examiner
Discography
Our songs have been played on internet radio, college radio, national radio, used on websites and in commercials, feature-length films, 3D animations. Our music has been on MTV, MTV2 and the Oxygen Network. We also have a song available for download on the Rock Band Network (RBN).
We have two full length albums and one EP, and are currently putting the finishing touches on our fourth album.
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Bio
Voodoo Pharmacology is a Baltimore-based outfit who have been playing and recording since 1956.
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