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Biography
Occasionally there
appears a select band, whose talent, determination, and unique
style of music proves they are here to stay.
One such band is Masque. Known
to Atlanta since 1992, Masque is a group of talented musicians
who have been writing and performing alternative rock music for
over a decade. In August, 2002, Masque released its first full
length CD, State of Mind, produced by Jeff Tomie. (Jeff Tomie's
credits include;Matchbox 20, Jerry Cantrell, Brother Cane.)
Masque is a five member band, whose style is based on
original rock and roll with alternative influences; yet
distinguished by the powerful and passionate vocals of Ken
Archer. Ken is responsible for the emotional, realistic, and
sometimes provocative lyrics of Masque. Guitarists Greg Lutton
and MJ Herndon, sharing the rhythm and lead roles, offering two
diverse guitar sounds which form Masque's musical style. Bassist
Russ Selby, grounds the rhythm section with his pronounced and
refreshing groove. Rounding out the line up is percussionist
Chris Boatwright; with an off beat, intermittent style that
completes the sound of Masque.
Masque's song Homeless was the
inspiration for a compilation CD that brought fourteen Atlanta
bands together for a common cause. Greg Land, a Creative Loafing
critic, said in his review of the Homeless CD, "The lead
off band Masque, who spearheaded the benefit effort and wrote
the title song, turns in a couple of solid cuts." Masque
has received airplay on WNNX, WKLS, WREK , has been reviewed in
CMJ, Rockvine, and Creative Loafing. Masque was also nominated
for the ALMA's for best rock band and best rock vocalist.
Never being a "cover
band", Masque has focused on their own music, honing their
skills as passionate songwriters and powerhouse performers. The
band is currently promoting State of Mind regionally, through
radio release and club shows. Masque is poised for success.
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