Member Since: 12/5/2004
Band Website: therepeatoffenders.com
Band Members:
"A Thousand Miles" (original) - 4/13/08 @ Endo Exo, Jacksonville.
"Color" (original) - 3/29/08 @ The Times Union Center.
Ron Rodriguez & The Repeat Offenders
Pop artists and soon to be pop superstars Ron Rodriguez & The Repeat Offenders offer up original songwriting unleashed with a distinct performance style. When you hear a Repeat Offenders song, you know you're hearing a Repeat Offenders song. And the one thing this band will do repeatedly is knock you out with its wow-inducing song craft. Rodriguez is a veteran of the local Jacksonville club scene, having played in both cover and original bands since January 2002. He ventured out as a solo acoustic performer in 2003. Over the years, Rodriguez felt a need to find a platform for his music and began writing pop songs with a rock sensibility, all the while creating a vision for his band and sound. In mid-2006, percussionist & drummer Steve Hall began performing with Rodriguez capturing the attention of many as an acoustic duo.
Liberation
Music may not hold the keys to leading your life, but it sure does offer an escape in the midst of whatever trials and tribulations you're undergoing. And it frees you from the shackles of your own mind. So says Rodriguez, who explains that music leaves him feeling free and liberated. The Repeat Offenders try to offer that kind of musical liberation with their songs. Steve Hall of the Offenders describes his personal style as “light funk with Latin and straight-ahead jazz influences.†These rhythmic flavors all fuse to make music that makes you feel like you're on an all expenses-paid, soul vacation.
The Gift Itself
For Rodriguez, there is no greater musical inspiration available than the ability to play music. “Knowing that I've been blessed with a gift is its own inspiration. As Spider-Man said, 'With great power comes great responsibility.' The act of making music is its own inspiration. I don't need a reason to make music. It's just what I do.†And Hall points out the inspiration to be found in the talent of fellow musicians. “I am inspired by many drummers and percussionists, both good and bad. You can learn something from everyone.†Together, the inspiration and knowledge with which this band is so rich, fuels a sizzling hot creative process that spits out hit-worthy tunes.
The Artist at Work
The Repeat Offenders has declared themselves the “most dangerous acoustic metal band in North Florida.†But fans aren't afraid. Whenever these guys play, the audience shows up and the listeners are always blown away. The opportunity to play live has been steady with the group hitting one venue after another, “increasing our fan base one gig at a time.†Rodriguez and Co. have announced the release of a new album, “Tune in Tokyo,†set for early 2008. In addition, “we are interested in working with filmmakers to compose original scores and soundtracks.†The Repeat Offenders are currently working with A&R Select, the leading indie A&R firm in Hollywood, CA.
Review
“Captivating melodies, delicious rhythms and plain ol' tight songwriting – The Repeat Offenders need to keep on offending!†- A&R Select
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Type of Label: Indie