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Midwest Hype

Headlining LaPorte Jamfest this saturday!

About Me


Midwest Hype was born over six years ago in a small town in Indiana , part of “Harbor Country.” LaPorte , IN served as the backdrop for their spark of creation, which evolved into a real force of music at Ball State University in Muncie , IN. The college environment provoked more musical exploration and genuine commitment as musicians—matured by their environment, independence and the integration of new members enrolled in the BSU school of music. Each band member's unique education, focus and skills come together to form one of the most promising young bands in the nation—several of which perform regularly with various Jazz bands, including international tours throughout Europe.They produce a sound that both provokes thought and stirs the soul to get out of your seat and throw up your hands and dance, intertwining distinct music and lyric genres erupting into an entirely original and unique blend free from the stereotypical constraints of individual genres, giving all music fans something to enjoy. Songwriting is brought to live with exacting, blended precision and skill beyond the eddy-circling confines of the jam-band, enveloping and embracing audiences to travel along side them on a physical and spiritual journey of innovation from the launching pad of polished studio music production into superbly engaging stage performances.As full and cohesive their sound, each member is an individual with distinct and unique persona’s deep-rooted in their genuine Midwest upbringings seasoned with the flavor of their generation. As honest as they are with themselves and their music, they are unrelentingly funny people to be around—positive, fun-loving spirits that bring freshness and love to life.
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Member Since: 8/27/2005
Band Website: midwesthype.com
Band Members: Matthew (Wayne) Gillon - lead vocals, rhythm guitar; Chris Bendix - electric and double bass, vocals; Max Kepler - drums, purcussion; George-Matthew Prellwitz - lead guitar, vocals Nate Miller - Trumpet, fluglehorn Ben Morrissey - Saxophone, flute Kevin Krizmanich - Funky-fresh keyboards, trumpet

Influences: Earth, Wind & Fire, The Commodores, Prince, Toots & the Maytels, A Tribe Called Quest, The Roots, Sublime, Steve Miller Band, Notorious B.I.G., Snoop Dogg, etc.
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Record Label: For Booking Contact: [email protected]
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

voodoo buckets, fireworks, and tow trucks (Hype Beach Weekend)

what it is ya'll, for all of you who didn't get to experience the hype beach weekend this is how it went down. SATURDAY night kicked off on the top deck of matey's beach bar in mic...
Posted by Midwest Hype on Fri, 18 Jul 2008 01:19:00 PST

Rubber snakes, teens on white, and the late night 5th keg. (Hype at Elbo/hometown house party)

What's up cats and kittens,What a glorious hype weekend we all had together...all of us (that means you). Elbo Room in the Chi Friday was dope as always. Played with a handful of bands, James Brown Ca...
Posted by Midwest Hype on Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:52:00 PST

Sexy singles, museum rock, lawn mowers, and whippits. (Hype Chicago weekend)

This past Friday the Hype played for probably to most good looking crowd ever. Chicago Magazine's Summer Lovin' event was held at the Museum of Contempory Art in downtown Chicago and showcased Chicago...
Posted by Midwest Hype on Thu, 26 Jun 2008 09:32:00 PST

"Runaway" behind the music...

So now that you have all heard and adored the acoustic single "Runaway" lets talk about how this song barely got to see the light of day. First off, I wrote this song in April of '07 and forgot about...
Posted by Midwest Hype on Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:26:00 PST

VOTE FOR US ON LOLLAPALOOZA!!!!

Hey everybody!!!We just got ourselves onto the ballot for the "Last Band Standing" at Lollapalooza!!!the voting process is done by email and it is extremely simple:First: go to www.sonicbids.com/lolla...
Posted by Midwest Hype on Thu, 22 May 2008 10:58:00 PST

HYPE NEWS!!!

Alright Ya'll... CD RELEASE PARTY WAS POPPIN OFF!!!!! Thanks for comin out and supporting us, and a special thanks to all of those new fans that got a chance to see us for the first time. Next big thi...
Posted by Midwest Hype on Tue, 20 May 2008 03:30:00 PST

Urban Thunder and Last week of ticket sales!!!!

Hey everyone,A big thank you to the folks at Urban Thunder and all you people who came out to support us!If you are in the area you should go check out the fresh duds at UT and all the ballerness they...
Posted by Midwest Hype on Mon, 12 May 2008 05:56:00 PST

Hype on the Radio and CD RELEASE!!!

What it is?Just last week, Midwest Hype's new CD received some radio time on Q101 in Chicago!!!Be sure to call your local radio station and request our new album "Colorful Love"Also...Our official CD ...
Posted by Midwest Hype on Mon, 28 Apr 2008 09:47:00 PST

Mr. Policeman Video!!!!!

Hello everybody,We have been working to get a new video made with the release of our new album (Colorful Love), and in the style of Midwest Hype we found someone to make it in an unusual place. Mike ...
Posted by Midwest Hype on Wed, 16 Apr 2008 05:00:00 PST

SPRINGFEST 2008: whats the deallio???

*This is an environmental fundraiser, keep it green people, keep it green...   SPRINGEST 2008 Here’s what you get: -over 7 bands live 11am-1am   -including Mudkids, Cory Hil...
Posted by Midwest Hype on Thu, 03 Apr 2008 12:43:00 PST