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In a market over saturated with angst-ridden, one-dimensional rock bands and frivolous, shallow pop groups, the voice and sound of Abandonato stand out in the crowd. A band that offers both musical and lyrical depth, Abandonato is exciting and engaging, presenting messages of peace and hope as well as the celebration of great music and real life.
The sound and style of Abandonato results from many varied musical influences and interests coupled with the band's refusal to be boxed in by any one particular style. Rock, blues, jazz, pop, rhythm & blues, and a myriad of other genres come together to form the unique sound of the band. What results is a tapestry of catchy melodies, tight harmonies, infectious grooves, and musical diversity that sets Abandonato apart in the modern music scene.
With songs that range across the full scope of human experience, Abandonato expresses a myriad of feelings and emotions that all people feel. From heartbreak and anger to love and joy, the themes of Abandonato's music are relevant and relatable. At times electric and exhilarating, at times spiritual and reflective, the songs are always passionate and powerful.
Musicianship is a key ingredient to the unique chemistry and sound found in Abandonato. Each of the four band members keep to a serious practice and rehearsal regimen, constantly refining their craft to better the sound of the band as a whole as well as improving their own musicality. This aspect of Abandonato is evidenced in the bands several instrumental songs and jaw-dropping solo spots during their live shows. And while the band stands out as technically and musically impressive, they remain conventional and accessible.
In sum, Abandonato's sound and message are fresh and new amidst a crowd of trite and recycled musical acts. The band refuses to limit itself to one style, message, or sound in order to express themselves artistically and musically. Whether it is in a hard-driving, up-tempo rock song or a deeply felt and moving ballad, Abandonato seeks to present a new side to modern rock, one that believes in great music and real life.
PRESS/AWARDS

"...the foursome has found the right recipe for success...an outlook evident within the catchy and harmonizing hooks, keystrokes and ballad-like riffs. "
"Abandanato's tunes are a breath of fresh air, what with sweeping lyrical harmonies and well-tuned piano-guitar pop. We dare you to listen to "Usual Day" without smiling and bopping along with the keys."
-Pete Freedman, The Independent
""Usual Day", has a catchy upbeat melody, the album’s best lyrics, and a fun interlude in which the keys seem to strike up a conversation with the ax. The bare emotion and lush instrumentation of "October" is also a winner. Abandonato obviously has talented musicians and inventive ideas."
-J. Adrian Stanley, The Gazette
WINNER of and Voted Best Band in Colorado at the 2005-2006 Emergenza International Battle of the Bands Competition, receiving Top Guitarist, Top Bassist, and Top Drummer awards.
Best Instrumental Performance In A Song for "Usual Day"; awarded by Hapi Skratch Entertainment.
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Member Since: 7/19/2005
Band Website: abandonato.com
Band Members:
- Jesse Howard -
Guitars and Lead Vocals

- Drew Bartels -
Piano and Keyboards

- Josh Corbett -
Bass

- Joel Burns -
Drums and Percussion

Influences: Toto, Van Halen, Rush, U2, Journey, Steve Lukather, Sting, Phil Collins, Peter Gabriel, Joe Satriani, Mike Landau, Jonny Lang, Kenny Wayne Shepard, Eric Johnson, Steve Vai, Aerosmith, Dann Huff, Bryan Adams, Eric Clapton, Bruce Hornsby, Blues Traveler, Def Leppard, Karizma, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Bill Withers, Harry Connick, Jr., The Police, Led Zepplin, Richard Marx, Billy Joel, Stevie Ray Vaughn, The Temptations, Michael Buble, Eagles, Dire Straits, the list goes on...
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Updates!

Alrighty then....It's been awhile, but we managed to upload two new songs to the profile this week. (You probably noticed that already if you're reading this.) Anyhoo, we hope you really enjoy "Drive"...
Posted by Abandonato on Sun, 13 Apr 2008 03:10:00 PST

New Year, New Song, New Project!

Hello All, We are sorry for the long delay in our updates. We have been working on a new project. Abandonato is still intact, but we are now playi...
Posted by Abandonato on Mon, 04 Feb 2008 09:59:00 PST

New line up complete

Abandonato is back and has it's 4th member.  Please join us in welcoming Drew Bartels as our new piano and keyboard player.  You can check out his bio at our website, www.abandonato.com/Abou...
Posted by Abandonato on Wed, 19 Sep 2007 08:52:00 PST

Line-Up Change

Abandonato is currently going through some major changes. Matt Whiteis is no longer a part of the band. Please hang with us as we go through this time of transition. Abandonato will return to live per...
Posted by Abandonato on Fri, 13 Jul 2007 04:29:00 PST

ABANDONATO on Facebook!!

For all of you dual-profilists out there, be sure to check out the brand-spankin' new Abandonato Rocks!! group on Facebook! Set up by one of our fans, this group will help keep everyone up to date on ...
Posted by Abandonato on Wed, 18 Apr 2007 08:29:00 PST

ABANDONATO in the Independant (Again)

Be sure to check out the Independant's Annual Manual with this week's issue. Inside, Abandonato is listed as one of the top bands in the burgeouning Colorado Springs music scene. Check out the article...
Posted by Abandonato on Thu, 12 Apr 2007 02:06:00 PST

Back on the Airwaves

Be sure to tune into 93.3 KTCL this Sunday night for Alf's "Locals Only" program. Abandonato will once again be featured along with several other Colorado-area bands. Tune in at 9:00 PM to hear your b...
Posted by Abandonato on Thu, 18 Jan 2007 10:19:00 PST

Merry Christmas from Abandonato

Hey, everybody!First off, we want to say a huge thank you to all the fans and friends we've had over the past year. Some of you were there at the beginning, and some of you are brand new, but we appre...
Posted by Abandonato on Sun, 17 Dec 2006 12:55:00 PST

ABANDONATO in The Independent!

Grab a copy and flip to page 86 for the write-up!If not, check out the interview online here!!
Posted by Abandonato on Thu, 19 Oct 2006 03:08:00 PST

Crazy Denver Nights

So, being that it was an Abandonato show, I totally understand how things could get a bit wacky. Maybe everything doesn't quite goes as smooth as you originally hope or your monitor explodes during a ...
Posted by Abandonato on Fri, 13 Oct 2006 07:56:00 PST