Photo credit: Chris
Betea
Tongue in
Cheek Rockers A.S.S. Celebrate CD Release March 1
at The
Token Lounge
Join metal mongers A.S.S. for
a hard rocking party celebrating the release of their debut CD “E.asy
P.ieces of A.S.S.” at Westland’s Token Lounge on Friday. March
1. Supporting A.S.S. is a formidable line up of hard rock bands
including Banned from Hell (Black Sabbath Tribute act focused on the Dio
Years and featuring Rachel May of Broadzilla on vocals), Dark Avenger (hot
off their appearance with Steel Panther), Mare Crisium and Stone The Herd.
Lucky Monkey Tattoo will also be on hand – awarding a $50 gift certificate
and prize pack to contenders with the most interesting booty
tattoo!
Doors are at 8 pm and tickets
are $5 for ages 21 and up, $7 for ages 18 -20. Stone the Herd (featuring
Billy Gray from CoDam) goes on promptly at 8:30 pm – so rock fans should
get there early!
Prior to the show – A.S.S. is
hosting a “Show Us Your A.S.S. Album Cover Contest.” Now through February
23, contestants can submit a JPEG photo of their backsides to asskicksass@gmail.com. The band will pick
three winners to have their derrieres featured on three limited edition
alternate A.S.S. album covers – only available at the CD release party on
March 1! In addition to being featured
on the CD cover – each winner will receive a prize pack from the band,
along with free admission to the release party on March
1.
Working with
producer/musician (Sponge) Andy Patalan at The Loft Studios in Saline,
Michigan, “E.asy P.ieces of A.S.S.” captures the band’s over the top
lyrics, and hard driving metal. Fronted by vocalist Brian
Thomas of legendary Detroit band Halloween, A.S.S. is a five piece metal
band that doesn’t take itself too seriously. “Take three veteran
musicians, add two hungry young guns, sprinkle in heavy doses of sarcasm
and attitude and crank the volume to 12 and that’s A.S.S!” explains
the band’s drummer Foot Hannah (Motown Rage). In addition to Thomas and
Foot, cousins TJ and Brandon Richardson shred on guitars, with bassist
Chris Taylor (Youthcorpse) thumping out a growling
low-end. The band’s name demonstrates
their comedic side – A.S.S. is an acronym that stands for everything from
Anonymous Super Stars to Already Seeing Someone! Fans frequently email the
band suggestions for what each letter should stand for – leading A.S.S. to
change its meaning at every show!
“Each band member has a great
sense of humor,” adds Thomas. “Though we’re serious about our
music, I think heavy doses of irony, frustration, humor and parody are
common elements in our songs.”
“Whether you like early 70's
hard rock to 21st century metal, there's always something to love
about A.S.S. “ Thomas surmises.
Don’t miss a raucously fun
ROCK party at the Token Lounge on Friday, March 1 with
A.S.S.!
The Token Lounge is located
at 28949 Joy Rd. in Westland, Michigan.
For more information about
the show please contact the venue at 734-513-5030
Or visit thetokenlounge.com
For more information about
A.S.S. visit asskicksass.com.
