DEMAIN

Modest beginnings often precede the biggest successes, and with the way things are going, Portland, Oregon rock artist Demain had better strap himself in, because it looks as though this small city bad boy is in for an explosive ride. Since the release of his debut recording "Orchid", Demain has been doing a slow burn across the western United States with his singles “Gone”, "Novocaine", "Exposed", and “Comedy Of Errors.” Since the beginning, there has been a serious buzz building in major pockets like British Columbia, California, Utah, Idaho, Washington, and Oregon. Demain's debut album, recorded in two parts at London Bridge Studios in Seattle, Washington and produced by John Plum (Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains), as well as at DBS Studios in Portland, Oregon, has become a sleeper success since the West Coast's most notable rock stations (KUFO, KEMT, KEXP, etc...) got on Demain's band wagon, spinning the songs several times a day, fervently working the band into the subconscious of rock fans throughout the Northwest. Featuring a kaleidoscope of talent, from Jason Demain’s unique voice, guitar, and songwriting (Camaro Hair, International Pop Overthrow, M-Set, Smoochknob, and The Strain - also featuring Craig Montoya of Everclear), Brandon Williams' keyboard, guitar, vocal, and songwriting ferocity (The Candystrippers/ The Beating), Stephen Kemp's driving and colorful bass (Satellite Heroes), and Mykael Lundstedt's untamed yet sickly “in the pocket” drumming (Satellite Heroes, Gasoline Kings, P.A.W.N., Sugarbang).
The phenomenon of Demain's quickly rising stature is no doubt due in part to the solid foundation on which his band is built. "We respect one another as musicians, songwriters, but more as brothers…" explains Jason. We found each other at the bottom of a beer bottle but at the top of our game at almost every turn before we came together. We all found that the vibe between us was perfect, even though we all come from such different parts of the spectrum. First and foremost our passion is to focus our energy on creating intensely catchy songs that come across live with the same impact as a runaway freight train… we believe that really sets us apart." However, it's not so much the bands’ inclination to work through the creative process as the resulting songs that put them above and beyond the cream of the crop. The driving rhythms and strong melodies mined and exploited by Demain are not only seductive, they have staying power. The album was recently released with the single "She,” a sweet, compelling, catchy pop rock gem that pulls the listener in. The result is a finely crafted album packed with a carnival of multi-layered tunes which have been described as "intellectually and emotionally driven aggressive pop with an infectious melody fit for radio." The entire album runs the gamut, exploring themes from swooning songs like “Julie” to the cathartic mix of melody and darkness with "Pretty Things." But in the end, Demain's just grateful that they are able to share music with others. "We do everything sincerely,” says Jason. "For us it's not about monetary success, it’s about personal accomplishment. We’re just living the dream right now."
Backtracking:
We used to be the Strain. We had many members from 2002-2007. Myself: Jason Demain from Smoochknob, The Candystrippers, Camaro Hair, M-set, International Pop Overthrow, and Superjaded. Craig Montoya from Everclear, Castilla, and Tri Polar. Jinxx from Amen, and Debris. Kevin Hahn from The Red Sector, Animotion, Tri Polar, Castilla. Kevin Rankin from Animotion. Ryan Moore from All the Dead Horses, Titans of Oblivion. And Johnny Stanford from the Red Sector, Dry County Crooks, See Jane Run, as well as performing with members of David Bowie. Jason also played with some great musicians including the Lund Brothers in Tacoma, WA; Fame in Failure, Seattle, WA; Satellite Heroes Portland, OR; 6fg Tacoma, WA; Dizzy, Vancouver, B.C. Canada. Jason also performed along side of greats like Jeff Martin (of The Tea Party), Kings X, George Clinton P-Funk, Fishbone, Nelly Fertado, Train, Vanilla Ice, Everclear, Tesla, Cinderella, and White Zombie.
Jason now (apart from Demain) plays guitar for the popular NW pop punk band Smoochknob (www.smoochknob.com). Currently touring with both bands, check for dates here.
Demain is currently seeking new management and legal advisors. Please email us here, at [email protected], or call (503) 317-9000.