Featured Artist – Abused Romance

“ROMANCE WITH A SHINE”

Review by Frank DiGaudio of Audiokult Radio

BAND MEMBERS

Meir Yaniv – Vocals/ Guitar

Aetam Jakob – Bass

Roy Chen – Drummer

Abused Romance – Album “SHINE”

Orlando, December 2011 – This Hollywood based band is packed with energy. They draw from many influences such as Metallica, Jimi Hendrix, Soundgarden, and The Beatles. With a blend of uniqueness their music transcends over various styles of rock: Emo, Pop Rock, Hard Rock, Alternative, and have the talent to break it down acoustically. I discovered them, as they were one of 3 opening acts for NON – POINT.

Abused Romance’s stage presence is what first grabbed my attention even before they played a note. Dedicated to each other as they are all friends and to their music they blend emotionally impacted melodic vocals with well-arranged highly energetic music. Written and played to it’s perfection. On stage is what has impressed us, as their sound does not lose anything when compared to their recordings.

They have recorded their Debut Album “Shine” in Los Angeles with producer Justin Gray (Inxs members, Joss Stone) Mixed by Randy Staub (U2, Metallica, Bon Jovi) and mastered by Ted Jensen (Paramore, Greenday, Metallica),

The entire album is great, and I personally recommend Bleeding, Amberlin and Sound of Violence. Hit them up on any of their sites and get your free copy of “Shine”. Let them know Audiokult Radio sent you!!!

The songs which we recommend are:

- Room 2238

- Amberlin

- Sound of Violence

- Vaporize

- Bleeding

Their full debut album, “Shine”, is already out, and available for free download on their website (www.abusedromance.com) . There is a special edition available for those who want to get the physical copy which includes a double cd with live performance from the Viper Room + 2acoustic tracks.. You can check it out here: Abused Romance – Store