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jack the original

Fighting a War with Plastic Knives

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From the suburban slums of San Diego comes Jack The Original, a four-piece band with a charisma and musical style remnant of The Beatles. Jack The Original formed in 1996 while in junior high school, and has spent ever since writing countless songs, playing countless shows, and getting overwhelming acclaim from their ever-growing fan-base of dorky boys and girls. Their unique style of piano drivin dork pop has evolved, into an irresistable blend of memorable melodies and original arrangements. jack the original has just released their highly ambitious debut album: "Why The Long Face?" After one week of the band's debut album being pressed they had an excited crowd buzzing in anticipation to see them perform at the House Of Blues in Downtown San Diego. Jack the Original has since performed at venues like The Casbah, The Belly Up Tavern, The Viper Room and many other venues on the west coast. They have also opened for "The Romantics" and "Veruca Salt" at the Belly Up. jack the original fuses old school charisma with modern style and sound. They plan to keep playing and evolving as a band, And by the looks of their debut album Why The Long Face? one can only ponder and wait to see who discovers them next.
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Live Music Video of the new song:
"The Only Way is Down"

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Member Since: 11/1/2004
Band Website: jacktheoriginal.com
Band Members: Kevin Martin: Keys/Guitar/Vocals

Gabe Lehner: Guitar/Vocals

Brandon Parker: Bass

Isaac Cass: Drums

Influences: The Beatles
Ben Folds Five
Radiohead
Weezer
The Arcade Fire
The Shins
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Spoon
Led Zeppelin
Sounds Like: A burst of light through a dark tunnel.

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My Blog

Working on a new album

We're in the middle of recording our new album. After recording "Why The Long Face?" we wanted to try something different. SO You're all in for a nice surprise with new songs and  new flavor.&nbs...
Posted by jack the original on Thu, 28 Sep 2006 03:01:00 PST

Meaning Of Life

Our mission in life is to find one reason to live. And When we find this reason... we'll hold on to it. The changes of time and the changes of heart will press us forward so we can find happiness. If ...
Posted by jack the original on Thu, 09 Mar 2006 12:25:00 PST

Belly Up Show This Sat. Feb 25th

Hosted By: Belly Up TavernWhen: Saturday Feb 25, 2006 at 8:30 PMWhere: Belly Up Tavern143 S. Cedros Ave.Solana Beach, CA 92075USDescription: Belly Up Tavern Click Here To View Event...
Posted by jack the original on Fri, 24 Feb 2006 10:15:00 PST

Cole Slaw Is The New Black

Cole Slaw is gonna be the next big thing. People will start to eat it as an full course meal. So I think it should have it's own holiday. An we can call it "Cole Slaw Day"  Good idea huh? Well I ...
Posted by jack the original on Mon, 06 Feb 2006 10:42:00 PST

Ok....I'll show you one now.

Our producer The Last Hobson just finished his album. It's amazing. Check it out if you like: Brian Wilson, Stereolab,Ben Folds, and Queen.www.thelasthobson.comwww.myspace.com/lasthobson...
Posted by jack the original on Wed, 21 Dec 2005 01:53:00 PST

Tell Me All Your Favorite Bands

All I want to do is listen to every good band out there. But I only find a few at a time. So everyone should tell me their favorite bands so I can listen to more music. Thanks!  -Kevin
Posted by jack the original on Tue, 20 Dec 2005 01:12:00 PST

My Favorite New Band

Check out one of my favorite new bands: "Austin James Band" myspace.com/austinjamesband
Posted by jack the original on Mon, 19 Dec 2005 04:31:00 PST