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CLICK HERE FOR DRUMATTICA WEBSITE Make no mistake--- Drumattica is, truly, Portland's "super group". The band started out in 2000 as a side project for two local veteran players: Brian Lehfeldt (Sweaty Nipples, Everclear, Tripolar) and Keith Brown (TV:616). The two pounded out tribal beats over electro synth beds, creating an aesthetic one fan described as "taiko on crack!". Drawing from a pool of talented friends and colleagues, Drumattica quickly blossomed into a full-fledged band. Floater front-man, Rob Wynia, was the first to join the line-up, adding his distinctive vocals and complex, literary lyrics. A few serendipitous guest appearances by Jen Folker (vocalist for Portland's electronica darlings, Dahlia) cemented her place in the permanent line-up.Their live shows finally culminated in the release if their first album "A Part of Something" in 2003. After five years of wildly popular live performances, Drumattica releases its much anticipated follow-up, "Train Out of Time" (due out June 3, 2008). Their sophomore effort expands on the promise of their debut. Guitarist Dave Amador (Floater) added a touch of swirling psychedelia and bassist Eric Helzer helped to anchor the new sound. The sounds (electronic and organic) are strikingly varied, the songs are emotionally rich. Folker's sensual playfulness is showcased as well as Wynia's lyrics, steeped in metaphor and wit. The chemistry between Wynia and Folker, only hinted at on two duets previously, is given the spotlight. Their vocal harmonies are a fantastic mix of 70's pop sensibility and a music theorist's dream of a-tonal combinations that go beyond the standard "a fifth above" instinct. The stage is where the 6 piece thrives with years of performance under each musicians belt the songs take on a whole new life of their own. As with all things seeing is believing and hearing is even better. With Drumattica all senses are aroused with dark sensual precision.

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Member Since: 12/7/2004
Band Website: drumattica.com
Band Members: Robert Wynia (Vocals) Jen Folker (Vocals) Keith Brown (Synth's and Drums) Brian Lehfeldt (Lead Drums) David Amador (Guitar) Eric Helzer (Bass)
Influences: Duran Duran, U2, Massive Attack, Meat Beat Manifesto, Pink Floyd, Portishead, Depeche Mode, Tangerine Dream, Kraftwerk
Sounds Like: The Faint, Duran Duran, Peter Murphy, The Cure, Depeche Mode,Pink Floyd Complex

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Record Label: Last Match Records
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We love you...Free downloads

..TR> Our myspace page has a free download of the song On a Train. This is the original uncut version that is not available on the CD.Also if you go to www. drumattica. com there are more downloads ...
Posted by Drumattica on Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:16:00 PST

A great idea for Floater fans

Next weekend might be a good time for a road trip. You can spend the weekend with Rob and Dave. June 20th will be the Seattle cd release for Train Out of Time at Neumos. Doors at 8 Drumattica at 11pm ...
Posted by Drumattica on Thu, 12 Jun 2008 10:09:00 PST

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Posted by Drumattica on Fri, 06 Jun 2008 01:05:00 PST

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Posted by Drumattica on Fri, 30 May 2008 12:13:00 PST

Ahhhhh Release

The new Drumattica disc "Train Out of Time" is now available through cdbaby.http://cdbaby. com/cd/drumattica2CD release show is Saturday June 7th at Dantes with Stalking Jane.Coming soon: www.dru...
Posted by Drumattica on Thu, 22 May 2008 11:20:00 PST

Its all happening

The album is being mastered as we speak by Stereophonic Mastering and Opal Studio right here in Portland. Rob has been working on the cover art. We are hoping to have everything in to be manufact...
Posted by Drumattica on Tue, 15 Apr 2008 10:06:00 PST

More studio..getting closer

Rob has finished vocals for all of his songs. He only has backing vocal tracks left. Jen and I got together for another marathon session on Friday. It was a great experience. We pick...
Posted by Drumattica on Sat, 09 Feb 2008 12:31:00 PST

In the Studio with Drumattica

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Posted by Drumattica on Sun, 30 Dec 2007 01:55:00 PST

More Studio

We hooked up and did some more vocal work on Saturday. Jen was in rare form and she had this 2 hour window where she could do no wrong. We new what was happening (Capture the Magic) so we ...
Posted by Drumattica on Mon, 17 Dec 2007 11:35:00 PST