Unified Theory (band)
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| Unified Theory | |
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| Image:Unifiedtheorybandpic.jpg |
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| Background information | |
| Genre(s) | Alternative Rock, |
| Years active | 1998 - 2000 |
| Label(s) | Universal Records |
| Members | |
| Chris Shinn Christopher Thorn Brad Smith Dave Krusen |
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Unified Theory is a rock Super-group, made up of two ex-Blind Melon members (bassist Brad Smith and guitarist Christopher Thorn), ex-Pearl Jam member (drummer Dave Krusen), and newcomer Chris Shinn on vocals/guitar. Unified Theory was originally called Luma, they issued a 4-track CD through their website in 1999. But after they were signed to Universal later that year, they changed their name to Unified Theory named after a theory Einstein was working on when he died.
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[edit] History
Unified Theory began to form in early 1998. After the first plan to carry on Blind Melon with a new singer didn't work out, Smith and Thorn decided to start a new band. Thorn came across Shinn after moving to L.A. to scout vocalists. "Chris has an exceptional voice. I was blown away," says Thorn, "You have to like people you're working with. We wanted someone with personality and a voice. He's a fun guy and I was completely floored by his songs." Krusen, the drummer from Pearl Jam's epic album Ten, was already friends with Thorn and Smith. Krusen joined Unified Theory after touring with Candlebox. In August 2000 the band issued their self-titled debut album. While working on tracks for a second album, delays set the band back, and Krusen grew somewhat frustrated and left. That eventually lead to Unified Theory's breakup. They have since announced plans to release a new album consisting of the recorded material for the second album (some of which has never been heard) as well as songs from the Luma period. No timetable has been set for this release.
[edit] Comparison To Blind Melon
While recording, the band made a conscious effort to try and steer away from the Blind Melon sound. "I didn't want to repeat that sound because it would be too painful — a lot of time had passed between Blind Melon and Unified Theory. During this time we naturally evolved in our musical influence," states Smith. Smith also said, "Chris was the key to making my writing sound more modern. There was none of that hippie retro tag that Blind Melon had. Chris comes from a different school. He was listening to Peter Gabriel and The Last Temptation of Christ soundtrack. He brought in a whole new perspective, whereas I can play you every Allman Brothers song and all the Zeppelin catalog blindfolded!"
[edit] Discography
| Album | Type | Label |
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| Unified Theory | Studio | Universal Records |
| Cinematic | Compilation | Universal Records |
| Luma | EP | None |
[edit] Singles
| Song | Album | Year |
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| California | Unified Theory | 2000 |
| Wither | Unified Theory | 2000 |
[edit] Where Are They Now?
Brad Smith and Christopher Thorn have reunited with the remaining two members of Blind Melon, recruiting Travis T. Warren to perform lead vocals for Blind Melon's return. Chris Shinn is currently on tour with his band, Everything is Energy. Dave Krusen's band, Novatone, recently released their second album.
Unified Theory has recently filmed a music video for the song "15 Hits", a song set to be released on their upcoming album.
