The Breakfast
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| The Breakfast | ||
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| Background information | ||
| Origin | East Haven, Connecticut, USA | |
| Genre(s) | Jam band Rock Progressive rock |
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| Years active | 1999 – present | |
| Label(s) | Horizon Music | |
| Website | http://www.thebreakfast.net | |
| Members | ||
| Tim Palmieri Ron Spears Adrian Tramontono |
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| Former members | ||
| Jordan Giangreco (1999 — 2006) | ||
The Breakfast (previously The Psychedelic Breakfast) is an American rock band that is often associated with the jam band scene, even being called a "fifth-generation jam band".[1]
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[edit] History
The band was formed in East Haven, Connecticut in 1998, during which time all the original members met: guitarist Tim Palmieri, bassist Ron Spears, drummer Adrian Tramontono and keyboardist Jordan Giangreco. They decided on their first name, Psychedelic Breakfast, based on the suggestion of Tramontono's cousin. It is a reference to Pink Floyd's song "Alan's Psychedelic Breakfast" from their album Atom Heart Mother.[2][3] Besides playing cover songs by classic rockers such as The Doors and Floyd, they released a self-titled DIY studio album in 1999. The band's popularity began to rise after four songs from this album were featured on the MTV series Undressed.[1][4]
The band won their first Jammy for being "New Groove of the Year" in 2004. Around the same time, the band decided to change their name due to misnomers of the seriousness of the band leading to the loss of booking for shows and festivals.[3] Spears defended the choice, though, saying that "the Music is what is important, not the name."[3] While supporting their 2005 release, Real Radio, the band performed a national tour, at times backing up popular bands such as The Wailers, moe., North Mississippi Allstars, and Gomez. At the end of summer 2006, Giangreco left and the band has continued on as a trio.[4]
[edit] Current
The band is also known for a high level of musicianship. In the current incarnation, instrument swapping between members is not uncommon. Guitar virtuoso Tim Palmieri also plays keyboards, drums and bass. Both Spears and Tramontono are highly proficient guitar players. Tramontono also plays the keyboards. Such swaps are usually reserved for encores, and are especially well received by fans. Members of The Breakfast also share vocal duties. While lead vocals are typically handled by either Palmieri,a baritone or Spears a tenor. Tramontono will occasionally act as a lead vocalist, but is most often heard providing harmonies.
[edit] Discography
- 1999 Psychedelic Breakfast
- 2002 Deuce — Sonance
- 2003 Bona Fide — Sonance
- 2005 Real Radio — Horizon Music Group
- 2006 Moxie Epoxy — Horizon Music Group
[edit] References
- ^ a b Jesse Jarnow. Psychedelic Breakfast at All Music Guide. Retrieved on December 19, 2006.
- ^ Lee Seelig. Backstage Pass - What's In A Name?. Retrieved on December 23, 2006.
- ^ a b c AJ Keirans (February 28, 2004). The Breakfast of Champions (Or What's In a Name?). Retrieved on December 22, 2006.
- ^ a b The Breakfast bio. Retrieved on December 19, 2006.
[edit] External links
- Official site
- The Breakfast at the Internet Archive
- Band at Jambase.com
- The Breakfast at All Music Guide (When they were the Psychedelic Breakfast)
- The Breakfast at All Music Guide
