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American Accent

www.americanaccentmusic.com

About Me


American Accent is an explosive pop-rock band from the Midwest. Exciting stage performances include appearances with Sister Hazel, The Verve Pipe, Duncan Sheik, Christopher Cross, Sponge, Lucky Boys Confusion, Rebecca St. James, Casting Crowns, and Audio Adrenaline just to name a few. Media appearances include performing live on Mitch Albom's national radio show (author of "Tuesdays with Morrie", "The Five People You Meet in Heaven") and live TV performances on “Take Five” (WZZM Grand Rapids, MI). AA is also featured in the independent film "Next In Line" by Vapor Vision Pictures.
American Accent hasrecorded two albums which have sold 2000+ copies to date, piquing theinterest of Epic Records and Sweden’s Atenzia Records. The most recentalbum “Born to Lead” is produced by Sponge frontman Vinnie Dombroski. "Come Back Home" is featured on Chicago-based Awarestore.com's Earsnacks Vol. 6 CD. Originally based in Grand Rapids, MI, AA's most recent move in the music business has been to Nashville, where drummer Bobby, and lead singer Chris (2006 Westchester Idol Winner) now live and perform. Be sure to check out Chris Solo Stuff at:

Chris Grano.com


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Music:

Member Since: 7/29/2004
Band Website: americanaccentmusic.com
Band Members: Both Current and Former Members
(the last few switch in and out):
Chris Grano - Lead Vocals
Bobby the Cat - Drums
Shane Boon - Lead Guitar
Zach Malin - Bass
Daren Wischmeier - Rhythm Guitar
Matt Landrum - Rhythm Guitar
Pat Brown - Bass
Influences: Matchbox 20, Sister Hazel, Bare Naked Ladies, Jars of Clay, Audio Adrenaline, Gin Blossoms
Sounds Like: Matchbox 20, Maroon 5, a beefed up BBMak, Sister Hazel, Jars of Clay, Audio Adrenaline, Barenaked Ladies, Gin Blossoms, etc.
Type of Label: None

My Blog

See us in Chicago on Sat., June 18th, 2005

We play Chicago for the first time this Saturday, June 18th at The Note (1565 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago).  Show starts at 10pm, we play at 11pm.  If you're 21 or older and you have 8 buck...
Posted by American Accent on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST

Check out this event: American Accent @ The Orbit Room!

Hosted By: Aris Hampers and 101.3 The FoxWhen: Friday Nov 18, 2005 at 9:00 PMWhere: The Orbit Room2525 Lake Eastbrook Blvd SEGrand Rapids, MI 49546USDescription:Aris Hampers and 101.3 The Fox Click He...
Posted by American Accent on Thu, 17 Nov 2005 07:31:00 PST

Duncan Sheik Show

Thanx to everyone who made it out to the Duncan Sheik show on Sunday at the Intersection.  Your support and encouragement (along with lots of medication ) really really helped me sing as I battle...
Posted by American Accent on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST

EPIC RECORDS and AA

Last week, Epic Records flew our producer out to New York City to personally listen to our new album, "Born to Lead." Not only did the A&R rep like the first few tracks, but he took the CD home and l...
Posted by American Accent on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST

American Accent CD Release Show!

Hey friends and fans...American Accent's CD Release Concert has been scheduled for April 16th at 5:30pm at the Intersection in Grand Rapids, MI. It's an all ages show and presale tickets are only $5!...
Posted by American Accent on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST

DOWNLOAD OUR SONGS :)

Hey everybody,       Just wanted to make sure you all knew that 3 of our 4 songs are available for download.  Please take advantage of this as alot of bands here on MySp...
Posted by American Accent on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST

URGENT -- SHOW @ ORBIT ROOM TONIGHT!!

Hey everybody! We JUST found out today that we're playing the Aris Rock Search at the Orbit Room (28th St. and East Beltline Ave. in Grand Rapids) tonight at 9pm. This is a huge competition based much...
Posted by American Accent on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST

NEW PICTURES IN OUR FORUM

Hey everybody, check out our message board for updated AA pictures!
Posted by American Accent on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST

Awesome Friends and Fans

I just wanted to say thank you to all the friends and fans we have made through MySpace. This website has been a wonderful way to meet people and help spread our music. If you enjoy our music, pleas...
Posted by American Accent on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST

Big Stuff

Big things are happening behind closed doors. I can't say more for now, but things are shining bright for AA Signing with J&J Entertainment for booking in a few days. Be sure to check out the w...
Posted by American Accent on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST