Sandwash
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Home Town: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Genre: Indie
Posted By: Samer
Joined On: July 10, 2005
Page Views: 5,358
Song Plays: 485
Current Rank: 3,423
Highest Rank: 56
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Albums
The Silver Album
Group Members
Michael Fillon - Vocals/Guitar. Pavel Doujinikov - Guitar. Cromwell Ojeda - Bass. Jason Fillon - Drums
Instruments
Would be nice. If they're free. And from Gibson.
Musical Style
Sandwash plays "groovecore" - a blend of 70's guitar rock, modern metal dynamics, and sing-along choruses. "Groovecore" music typically features themes about lustful relationships
Influences
The Beatles, Kiss, Bloc Party, Guns N' Roses, The Wildhearts, Nirvana, Led Zepplin, Nile, Megadeth, Pearl Jam, Eraserheads
Additional Info
Read how the songs came about. Check out www.sandwash.blogspot.com |
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Brief Description
Formed in the early days of the underground scene, Sandwash began as a raw punk outfit before becoming one of Dubai's foremost music icons. Best known for creating the groove-core sound – a combination of vintage guitar riffs, anthemic choruses and sexually-charged themes. Continuously voted as Dubai's best live band, Sandwash's colorful personas, dynamic songwriting and unpredictable onstage antics make them one of the biggest highlights at every underground concert.
History/Biography
Sandwash was formed in 1998, featuring the nucleus of brothers Michael and Jason. Promoted widely by the city's previously un-represented punk youths, the band became popular as a live act in underground gigs. But while the punk kids went to every gig to support, Sandwash's love for the unpredictable and interest in more melodic based music soon won them a new group of listeners. Today, the band's punk heritage makes them one of the most respected live act in the country while the music's depth and accessibility make them a favorite among a wide spectrum of music fans.
Since its inception, the band has had many lineup changes. Most notable among former members is Samer Munkfin Warlord, who played bass and co-wrote 'If You Open It Up", a staple number in Sandwash's set list. While it's true that some members left because they were heading back to their hometown, friends close to the band attribute the departures to Sandwash's highly tensed "creative process" - which often sees the two brothers going at each other like two countries disputing a border.
Nevertheless, Sandwash continues to thrive through their forceful stage presence and punchy guitar groove. |
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