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THE PROBLEMS are a NYC based band now working on their second full-length independent CD release, due out in 2009 (Finally). With the success of their self-titled debut album behind them, Frank Caiafa and company are convinced this compelling collection of new material will exceed all expectations.
THE PROBLEMS perform an infectious blend of urban and alternative roots-rock, citing alternative rock/country, and guitar based pop as influences - with perhaps a bit of punk.
Singer/songwriter Caiafa explains; "We hate being pigeon-holed into one category. Because of this bands ability to play whatever the songs demand, the songs take on a life of their own."
Currently in the studio with new members Kate Kilbane (bass, vocals) and Eddy Goldberg (banjo, harmonica and vocals), together with founding members Frank Caiafa (guitar, vocals) and Barbara Corless (drums, vocals), THE PROBLEMS are forging a classic sound which is both current and timeless.
When THE PROBLEMS originally began playing in and around N.Y.C., a fortuitous meeting with Smithereens front man Pat Dinizio led to an invite on his "Living Room Tour". This proved to be a remarkable success, and soon THE PROBLEMS were recording their full-length debut album (available at CDBaby.com & iTunes).
Enthusiastically received by critics and fans alike, it has been playing across the U.S. and around the world, including National Public Radio's "All Songs Considered" and on WAXQ 104.3 New York's new music show "Out of the Box". Various cuts can also be heard in rotation on XM satellite radio's "Unsigned" channel and Pandora.com, among others.
In September 2004, Billboard magazine awarded "This Town" an Honorable Mention in their "World Song Contest" Rock/Alternative Rock category. Songs from "The Problems" have been featured in film such as the award winning independents, "The Poker Game" and renowned artist Lonnie Hanzon's documentary "Working the Magic." THE PROBLEMS also provided the central theme song ("Ran") for the soon to be released, "The Dying Light".
In June of 2006, Frank was a guest on the long-running local television show, "The New Yorkers." The segment included an extended interview and solo live performance of the new song, "Close."
In September, THE PROBLEMS were predominately featured on NBC's "Today" show. Their CD was showcased and the song "The Lottery", was included in a segment. October once again found THE PROBLEMS delving into the world of film, as Frank and Kate collaborated on the new song, "Schoolyard Steps" (You can hear it on this page). Written for the new short film "The Truth Of Fiction", (Winner!-Best Short-NY International Independent Film & Video Festival) Frank also makes his return to the big screen, acting in a cameo role (Don't blink or you may miss him)!
THE PROBLEMS are also featured on GarageBand.com which chose "This Town" to be their 'Americana' "Track of the Day" for March 15th, 2007.
'The Ultimate Band List' (ubl.com) has chosen THE PROBLEMS to be a featured artist for October/November 2007
2008 found the band working in the studio and on soundtracks for films to be released sometime in '09.
In March of 2009, Frank scored the digital short 'Blowout', by filmmaker Nick Psinakis (which can be seen on this page and youtube).Thomas' Myspace Editor V4.4
