Alive In Wild Paint are performing on a live interactive video webcast at DeepRockDrive. com THIS FRIDAY, MARCH 21st at 3pm PST (6pm EST).

Attend the show for free by visiting Alive In Wild Paint on Deep Rock Drive and sign up.

The band will be playing songs from their new album, Ceilings (iTunes) and interacting with all of you watching from home.

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Featured Band: Alive in Wild Paint. Interview with Travis Bryant.

Music By: Red Fox Grey Fox. Bomb the Music Industry. Finest Dearest. Read in Response. Peterman. To Be a High Powered Executive. Alive in Wild Paint. Wendy Nichol. The Battle Royale. Friends of the AMS. The Prize Fighter Inferno.

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To Be a High Powered Executive
“Building the Fort” (mp3)
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The sky was cold-fire sunrise, the clouds alive in wild paint,
but all of it blurred in the dynamite crescendo.

Reading Richard Bach’s brilliantly illustrative turns of phrase in Illusions, it is almost impossible not to be moved by the vivid imagery he uses in the exercise of his craft. So, in kind, it seems only fitting that one of music’s most promising young groups find the inspiration for its moniker in the words of such a talented writer.

In fusing together transplants of Terminal and Goodbye Tomorrow, Alive In Wild Paint’s four members (frontman Travis Bryant, guitarist Matt Grabe, bassist David Roat, and drummer Austin Wilson) are certainly no strangers to the music industry. And while you might think this could grant carte blanche access to success in the biz, the band has faced plenty of adversity on the way to release their Equal Vision debut, Ceilings. Whether it be roster shuffles, release date backpedaling, or even van theft, the guys still seem to have somehow come out stronger on the other side. “We’re at a very good place, both musically and in our relationships with each other,” says Roat. Through it all, the collective’s strong work ethic and perseverance has prevailed, as David reminds us all, “You have to look at the big picture though, and have faith that your hard work and creativity will have some reward in the end.”

So alas, while the turbulence leading up to the unveiling of Ceilings might lend itself to a natural sort of anger or bitter undertone in the band’s music, Alive In Wild Paint instead so coolly convey a disarming sort of tranquility. Centering around Bryant’s breathy, angelic croon, the band weaves together a set of calming expressions that are the perfect tonic to relieve the stresses of everyday life. Whether it be in the dancing pizzicato of the record’s title track, the subtle, minimalist instrumentation on Traffic, or the haunting piano balladry of Forecasting, Alive In Wild Paint skillfully prove they have a handle on the softer side of things. However, it is just as plain to see that the collective is far from a one-trick pony. Discussing the work as a whole, Roat explains, “Ceilings is a very diverse record, and I think that’s a big highlight of the album. It showcases our ability to demonstrate different sides of our songwriting.” And this is exceedingly evident in kind - the lush drama of Crystal Selves, the driving rock pulse of Sleep With Your Soul In, the sweeping majesty of the re-imagined A Vespertine Haunting, or a host of others. The end result is a record that is varied, yet cohesive - indeed the best of both worlds.

With Alive In Wild Paint hailing from sunny Arizona, and Ceilings being a thoughtful expression of accessible indie rock helmed by mega-producer Mark Trombino, it makes perfect sense to indulge in comparisons to Jimmy Eat World’s Clarity. And while the band acknowledges those parallels, their debut draws from a much wider base than just its hometown heroes - Snow Patrol, Counting Crows, Nada Surf, Radiohead, Blonde Redhead, The Cardigans. It makes sense to take cues from such a broad spectrum of music’s finest when making a record like Ceilings - a record inspired by “the idea of creating songs that could be in film.” It’s not a stretch, though, since the scope of Ceilings succeeds in matching its ambition. You could say that is attributable to any number of factors, but above all, it seems that the group has always remained grounded in the importance of perseverance. Looking back, Roat reflects, “I’m sure we all faced our own personal doubts and fears from time to time, but our passion always outweighed any idea of giving up.” And when listeners have a chance to bask in the mastery of Alive In Wild Paint’s debut, they couldn’t be happier it has come to fruition.

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Ceilings, the debut album from Arizona-based atmospheric rock outfit Alive In Wild Paint was released in stores today! Stream the entire album at Purevolume to preview before you buy it.

“Ceilings is one of the first great indie rock releases of 2008″ - Cosmos Gaming

“Alive in Wild Paint has a sound that speaks to the sincerity of the music itself” - Decoy Music

Download the album from iTunes (worldwide), or buy the physical CD from CIMS, FYE, Hot Topic, or Best Buy stores. Or if you’d like the disc delivered to your door along with a t-shirt or tote bag, a bunch of great package deals are available through the band’s official webstore at MerchNow.

Alive In Wild Paint will be playing three in-store performanes this week at Zia Records locations in Arizona and Las Vegas. For details and more, visit myspace.com/aliveinwildpaint.

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11 Mar 2008 For the next week, Purevolume is hosting an advance listening party for Alive In Wild Paint’s upcoming release, Ceilings.

Stream the entire new album before it’s available in stores on Tuesday, March 18th. Text ALIVE to 67463 and subscribe for a reminder to pick up the album on release date.

If you like what you hear on Purevolume and want to support an emerging young band, Ceilings is available for pre-order below.

* $9.99 - CD & Poster
* $13.99 - CD & T-shirt
* $13.99 - CD & Tote Bag

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The Indie Review
By Sean Duregger
February 14, 2008

Artist: Alive in Wild Paint
Album: Ceilings

Rating:

Alive in Wild Paint’s debut, Ceilings, brings together members of Goodbye Tomorrow and short lived Terminal (Other members of Terminal formed Oh, Sleeper), and is a much anticipated debut produced by Mark Trombino (most notably known for producing Jimmy Eat World’s masterpiece, Clarity). There has been a lot of anticipation and hype for Ceilings. Does it deliver? Hell yes. But, it will take a little patience on your part.

First of all, I wasn’t expecting such a laid back album. Maybe that’s an unfair expectation, but because of this expectation, the first listen was a bit rough for me. I was waiting for it to kick in, and by the 7th track (Sleep With Your Soul In) we do get a little dose of rock. But, this is not a rock album. So, drop that from your expectations and let Ceilings sink in. (Although if your familiar with Terminal and Goodbye Tomorrow, this is a natural progression.)

Now that I had my first listen over and done with, I had to immediately listen a second time. Alive in Wild Paint have created an album of such intricacy that, like a good movie, needs to be appreciated over numerous visits. This is not made for fast consumption. Alive in Wild Paint’s four members (frontman Travis Bryant, guitarist Matt Grabe, bassist David Roat, and drummer Austin Wilson) have taken the time and care to create numerous layers to each song and to this album. Travis Bryant’s vocal are delicate and soothing, nothing is strained or rushed. Each song takes it’s time and envelopes the listener in beautiful intricate melodies that, if given the right amount of time, will mold themselves permanently into your skull.

While not an immediately accessible album, Ceilings is an album that you need to take your time with. I’m not sure if today’s mainstream culture has the patience for Alive in Wild Paint. We live in such a fast-food society when it comes to our entertainment, that I fear people may not get this album right away. I really hope I’m wrong, because Alive in Wild Paint’s debut is a moving and brilliant piece of work.

Stand Out Tracks:

“Ceilings”
“Sleep With Your Soul In”
“Cold Spell”

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JAN 30 2008 – Equal Vision Records announces a March 18, 2008 release date for the ALIVE IN WILD PAINT debut release, CEILINGS. The Phoenix, Arizona four-piece recorded the twelve-track set at Music Friends Studio in Pasadena, CA. The album was produced by former Drive Like Jehu drummer-turned-producer Mark Trombino, who also manned the boards for legendary albums from Jimmy Eat World, Rilo Kiley, and Mineral, among many others.

Three tracks from the upcoming release can be heard on the band’s Myspace page – “Cold Spell,” “Sleep With Your Soul In,” and the title track, “Ceilings”.

In 2007, the band toured with bands such as The Receiving End Of Sirens, Days Away, The Working Title, and This Providence. The name comes from Richard Bach’s Illusions: “The sky was cold-fire sunrise, the clouds alive in wild paint, but all of it blurred in the dynamite crescendo.”

ALIVE IN WILD PAINT is: Travis Bryant, lead vocals/guitar; Matt Grabe, guitar/piano; David Roat, bass; Austin Wilson, drums.

CEILINGS track listing:

1. Ceilings
2. Crystal Selves
3. God Gave Me A Gun
4. Anxious Disease
5. II
6. Traffic
7. Sleep With Your Soul In
8. Forecasting
9. Everywhere, An Ocean
10. Children Of Divorce
11. Cold Spell
12. A Vespertine Haunting

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