Novel American
| Novel American | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Genres | Rock |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Associated acts | Paramore, Cecil Adora |
| Members |
Josh Farro Ryan Clark Zac Farro |
| Past members |
Van Beasley Tyler Ward |
Novel American is an American rock band from Nashville, Tennessee, formed in 2011. They were formed following guitarist Josh Farro's departure from Paramore[1] and consists of Farro, Ryan Clark (bass, backing vocals) formerly of Cecil Adora,[2] and Zac Farro (drums, percussion).[3]
Josh Farro's brother and former Paramore band mate Zac joined as drummer [3] following the departure of former Cecil Adora members Tyler Ward and Van Beasley in May 2011.[4]
History
Formation (2010–present)
Guitarist Josh Farro was a member of Paramore, having formed the band with his brother Zac as well as Hayley Williams.[5] After releasing three successful studio albums,[5] both Josh and Zac departed the band in 2010.[1][5] Though initially unsure if he wanted to be in another band,[2] Farro jammed with friends, former Cecil Adora members Van Beasley, Ryan Clark and Tyler Ward.[2] They decided to form another band, choosing the name Novel American, which was suggested by Farro's wife.[2] The group plans to record an EP as well as play local venues in the near future.[2] It was announced in February that Josh's brother Zac became the band's new drummer in place of Ward.[3] In April, the band posted clips of new material on their Facebook page.[6] However, the following month, Novel American confirmed the departure of vocalist Van Beasley, citing creative differences.[4]
Influences
The band have cited groups such as Jimmy Eat World, Radiohead, Explosions in the Sky and Sigur Rós as influences.[2]
Personnel
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References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Montgomery, James (December 18, 2010). "Paramore Confirm Farro Brothers Have Left Band". MTV. Retrieved 2011-02-03.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 Montgomery, James (February 2, 2011). "Exclusive: Josh Farro Returns With Post-Paramore Band Novel American". MTV. Retrieved 2011-02-03.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "Ex-Paramore members Zac and Josh Farro joins forces for new band". NME. February 22, 2011. Retrieved 2011-02-22.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Novel American part ways with vocalist". Kill Your Stereo. May 12, 2011. Retrieved 2011-05-13.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Leahey, Andrew. "Paramore Biography". Allmusic. Retrieved 2011-02-03.
- ↑ "Ex-Paramore brothers preview Novel American songs online". NME. April 5, 2011. Retrieved 2011-04-18.