Biography & Contacts
RISE TO ADDICTION formed in 2004 and immediately began an intensive writing Schedule. Soon after they entered Backstage Studios in the depths of rural Derbyshire to record three tracks with the hottest producer in metal, Andy Sneap (Machine Head, Killswitch Engage, Trivium, Opeth, Megadeth etc) - the resulting session was their self titled EP which features the tracks 'Falling As One', 'Everlasting Wave' and 'To A God Unknown'.
This collection of organic, crunching songs showcased the bands distinctive and modern sound - a devastating grasp of melody combined with slab heavy riffing and shredding Guitar.
The songs so impressed UK independent label Madman Records that an offer was made to release the EP via Plastic Head distribution within days of its completion. Released in July 2005, the EP was hailed by the press and became a firm favourite with the band’s growing fan base.
The EP launched RISE TO ADDICTION into the public conscience, with leading UK rock magazine Powerplay describing the release as "easily the best independent release I've ever heard or reviewed", whilst Classic Rock’s Geoff Barton said that RTA “combines anthemic Metallica elements with melodic eccentricities...” and called it the "start of a very promising career".
Prominent radio stations including Total Rock, Extreme Radio and XFM in the UK also voiced their approval with opening track 'Falling as One' receiving substantial airplay. This airplay has since continued to grow as overseas stations have added RTA to their playlists. The band most recently became Artists of the Month on Hard Rock Radio Live in Australia.
RISE TO ADDICTION followed the EP’s release with high profile main stage appearances at prestigious UK events, including the Rock and Blues and Bloodstock festivals. An inspired performance as opening act at the Bloodstock festival saw a sell-out crowd of nearly 2000 people going crazy at the unearthly hour of 11.30 am! This performance prompted Terrorizer magazine to say, "By song two or three they have people who haven't even eaten yet screaming their lungs out!"...
Further headline shows around the UK followed for the band, where they continued to deliver incendiary live performances and build a loyal and ever increasing following.
RISE TO ADDICTION released their debut album. “A New Shade of Black for the Soul” throughout Europe, May 21st 2007 via Belgium based legendary Heavy Metal label MAUSOLEUM Records.
The album was Produced by RISE TO ADDICTION and mixed by Andy Sneap. A US release for the album is planned for October 9th 2007.
“We’ve really pushed the envelope on this album, it’s been a long time in the making and we’re all beyond proud of the end result” enthused Leigh Oates (Vocals) recently.
RISE TO ADDICTION added to their growing reputation when they landed the position of special guests to legendary Chicago doom/hard rock band TROUBLE on their 2007 ‘Simple Mind Condition’ European tour throughout May and June. Explosive performances on what was the bands’ European debut captured the attention of audiences everywhere, winning the band accolades and many new fans.
The tour was a great success, with RTA then playing further European shows in the Czech Republic; this included an appearance at the MOTONÁLET Festival on the 4th August 2007 playing to a capacity crowd of over 6000 people.
On 18th August 2007 RISE TO ADDICTION was honoured to be making a home coming appearance at the UK’s premier Metal festival; Bloodstock Open Air 2007: “The atmosphere was just awesome, there was a real magic about the show, the audience were amazing!” commented Guitarist Steve Wray.
Outspoken, brash and confident - RISE TO ADDICTION are the antidote to the soulless and mundane music that litters the Rock scene these days, they are ready to offer you a legitimate alternative... -are you ready?
Unlike a lot of new bands, they actually have something worth getting excited about. (NME)
Management:
Total Concept Management
England
Tel: +44 (0)1924 438295
Fax: +44 (0)1924 525378
E-mail: tcm@totalconceptmanagement.com
Label:
MAUSOLEUM RECORDS
A division of MUSIC AVENUE
Mechelse Steenweg 35, Box 2
B-1800 VILVOORDE
Belgium
Phone: + 32 2 648 58 30
Fax: + 32 2 648 51 97
E-Mail: music.avenue@scarlet.be
Booking Agent:
Extreme Music Agency
England
Tel: +44 1924 438295
E-mail: extremebooking@ntlworld.com