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The Endeavors are lead by charismatic singer, Stasia Cymes. Vibrant and engaging, Stasia’s voice has impressive range and expression. The Seattle P-I says Stasia has “an electric voice that crawls deep into you,†and Sound on the Sound has said, “Stasia owned the stage with strong vocals and sensual presence.†Drawing heavily from heros David Bowie and Janis Joplin, the Michigan native creates a commanding, compelling demeanor and undeniable sexuality evident on record and irresistible on stage.
Stasia’s musical counterpart from the Endeavors’ beginning has been guitarist Matt Anderson. Classically trained at Cornish, Anderson’s arrangements are rooted in classical intricacies and the power of modern rock’n’roll. His knowledge of and intensity for compositional excellence results in a dense and delicate balance of melodic interplay between guitar, bass and supporting rhythms.
The recently solidified rhythm section features Chris Croft on drums and bassist Alberto Vega. Since moving from Altoona, PA to Seattle in 1999, Croft has played consistently with many different groups. Croft’s power never compromises precision emulating the style of his heros Buddy Rich and Neil Peart.
Born in Ciudad Obregon, Mexico just 300 miles from the U.S. border, Vega grew up a product of 80’s MTV and grunge. Later he discovered the artier bands like Sonic Youth and played in a couple moderately successful post-punk/garage bands back in Mexico. His influence is apparent in new Endeavors compositions adding depth, texture and style to the Endeavors’ overall package.
Although they do not appear on the upcoming The Fine Art of Persuasion, Croft and Vega’s influence is evident on stage. The Endeavors now play with more energy, intensity and joy than ever before.
Early in 2008, the Endeavors released Bones, a three-song EP which “ripples along with candied clarity†(Seattle P-I), and provided a glimpse into the complexity, skill and range of emotions they put forth on Persuasion.
The Endeavors are now writing their strongest material at an impressive pace for their yet to be titled follow-up, tentatively scheduled for November 2009. The album will include live favorite Bad Behavior with more contribution from Vega and Croft. With much to accomplish this year, the verdant Endeavors are looking forward, taking on each task with power and confidence.
Our new album, The Fine Art of Persuasion
"Bones" Limited Release EP.
REVIEWS:
By Amelia, Back Beat Seattle
The Endeavors played a great set last Thursday at High Dive. Impossible-to-ignore frontwoman Stasia Blue takes (to my ear) vocal risks that work only because she’s fully talented enough to pull them off. I love that she knows her limits and pushes right up against them. Onstage, she’s sexy and confident and her sense of humor shines through. Her band is equally talented, including standout bass player Alberto Vega.
By DAGMAR PATTERSON, Seattle PI
The Endeavors has found in singer Stasia Blue an electric voice that crawls deep into you. She's gentle when she needs to be (as in Slow) and also can be as equally powerful rock n' roll when she wants (as in Forest). Bones ripples along in candied clarity and I love it. There's a thumping change of tempo and very pretty bass in Forest that's effective in conveying this sense of real urgency and compulsion: I Don't Do it For the Thrill. The music is sultry and sweet, fixing itself strongly to the lyrics in Slow such as I Don't Want to Rush You/ I Just Want to Touch You After Dark. . . Iron Fist in a Velvet Glove/ I Want that Touch So Very Much. It kind of makes me think of how all those David Lynch soundtracks might sound if they added some pop and toughness.
By SOUND ON THE SOUND, Seattle Music Review
"After a week’s absence from my favorite local dive, The Blue Moon, I was in some serious withdrawl of familiar faces and local line-ups. Luckily, The Moon came through (as it always seems to) on Friday when it hosted The Endeavors EP Release. Despite being only their second show, The Endeavors commanded the stage and performed a full set of solid originals. The stand out of the show was Endeavors lead singer, Stasia, who owned the stage with strong vocals and sensual presence. Everyone who thinks they know who Seattle’s sexiest lead singer is, needs to check out The Endeavors before finalizing their decision."
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The Endeavors are just one of the many awesome bands on this 2008 NadaMucho Compilation. Please take a min. to request our song "On the Mouth" by going to KEXP.org and clicking on DJ request. Every request helps, thanks for your support!
