Official A Dire Dispute Blog

A.D.D Update 29/06/09

noreply@blogger.com (OfficialADD) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:35:00 +0000

We'd like to welcome our new OFFICIAL PA, Meg Huggins (oo and also Wardrobe assistant; says I have a great dress sence woop :D). Here's a personal statement from her:

"I'm Meg! I love the kind of music the boys make, and think they have real potential in today's music industry. I basically aim to just help them through this ride, help them achieve an awesome look and help them get far with the music they produce."

Wow...so much faith :) Anyways a lil update from moi (Zach) I'm off to Thailand in 5 hours, so that postpones like 898279872 band rehearsals which sucks...but will be rocking and writing in Thailand during the period and we'll hit the studio as soon as I come back, so be prepared for a video that includes us playing these toys...i mean instruments :)

Also we're having hand drawn T Shirts designed and will be coming shortly, so watch this space!

Zach x

Behind The Scenes: A.D.D @ SBC Rehearsal Studios 22/06/2009

noreply@blogger.com (OfficialADD) — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 23:31:00 +0000

A Dire Dispute Blog #3: A Dire Dispute Teaser

noreply@blogger.com (OfficialADD) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 02:54:00 +0000

Rumour: Jonas Wellingham maybe leaving A.D.D?

Video Courtesy of Kelv Allen of A.D.D ;)

A.D.D Update 20/06/09

noreply@blogger.com (OfficialADD) — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:37:00 +0000

Ok, if you've read the Twitter updates and the Myspace updates, we will be writing and performing at the SBC Rehearsal Studios, Foundry Lane, Speedwell, Bristol from 4pm onwards till about 8ish?

Anyways we will be creating music based on our influences and also something that has been adapted into mainstream music these days. SO expect a cross between Metalcore, Post-Hardcore and Hard Rock...some what a cocktail of The Devil Wears Prada, Emarosa and Chevelle! (So expect some uniqueness :P). We will hopefully be doing a small video blog of the rehearsal sessions too so check this space regularly!!! :)

A message from Kelv: "Hello, I'm Kelv, blah, blah, blah, Zach I want my guitar pick back :("

Oo and from myself, if you're name happens to be :Mike Hranica, Jeremy DePoyster, James Baney, Andy Trick, Daniel Williams or Chris Rubey...email me at RealMusicGroup@gmail.com ... we'd LOVE to work with you guys!
(Highly doubt that would happen, but you never know!...The Interweb is full of surprises!)

Zach x :)

SBC REHEARSAL ROOMS Foundry Lane, Speedwell, Bristol, mob: 07967 993050, email: info@area81.co.uk • Full backline provided in each studio, including drum kit, bass amp, guitar amp and a small pa for vocals/extra instruments that need amplification. Light refreshments also available. £30 for 4 Hours including the full backline! LOVE IT!

ADD Plectrums Coming Soon!

noreply@blogger.com (OfficialADD) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 03:32:00 +0000

50P each for a Medium size plectrum! Email RealMusicGroup@gmail.com for details :P

(Hopefully getting 25 of them in! :) )

Zach x

A.D.D Update 16/06/09

noreply@blogger.com (OfficialADD) — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 17:19:00 +0000

Hey guys! We're planning to be at Room4 Studios/Rehearsal rooms on Monday at around 4ish? Where we'll be getting pic's done and also the album work will commence then!

Updates, times etc will be confirmed shortly :D

Zach

Introducing Amrit + Interview Part.1

noreply@blogger.com (OfficialADD) — Fri, 29 May 2009 19:20:00 +0000

Hello Ladies...Yes just ladies! (and some blokeys :P)

Anyways, we'd like to give a warm and (non-homo) welcome to Amrit (commonly known as "Armpit" to Zach :P). Our new bassist, Zach caught up with him earlier and this was his interview:

Zach: So then, how long have you been 'bassing' for?
Amrit: I've been playing for about a year.

Zach: Any influences? Bandwise and solo bassists?
Amrit: Two of my main infunences as a bassist are Flea and Steve Harris. To be honest I listen to any rock/metal and all those sub genres.

Zach: Any bands in particular and also: what band/artist has inspired you the most and what skills have you adapted from them?
Amrit: Bands in particular: ummm it's Suicide Silence, Killswitch Engage and The Devil Wears Prada
Zach: Nice bands!
Amrit: A skill i've picked up is alternative picking.
Amrit: Thanks

Zach: So where could you see yourself in the next few years and also with A Dire Dispute?
Amrit: Touring across Europe with ADD. I know the drummer (Jonas Wellingham) really well so hopefully we all can get far! And with an album done too.
Zach: It's good to see faith!

Zach: So what do you think of the other band members at the moment?
Amrit: Well i've heard Zach's demos which are awesome, and hes a "fun-gi"... it's a mushroom joke. Jonas, hes a good drummer, one of my best mates. Craig, don't really talk to him, never heard his guitaring skills, he's a funny guy.
Zach: Heard my latest?
Amrit: Not yet.
Zach: Will send it you right now then!

Zach: So what genre would you specifically like to create, or band's you'd like to recreate?
Amrit: TWPD (The Devil Wears Prada) are one of my biggest influences at the moment
Amrit: Did you tab out Fading Away? (Zach's Demo)
Zach: Nah lol
Amrit: Damn.
Zach: Why?
Amrit: You should of because its frucking awesome and I could of put a bass to that!
Zach: Thanks and back to the question. So you'd like to create some TDWP type stuff?

End of part. 1 - Part 2 comming soon!

A Message From Zach!

noreply@blogger.com (OfficialADD) — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 18:13:00 +0000

Hey Guys & Girls!

Ok we're in desperate need of a bassist now (and maybe a lead guitarist :P). We found it hard to find a drummer but eventually found 15 year old Jonas Wellingham (in replacement of our back up drummer Ryan Harris). You can check out Jonas here on Youtube having a go at another Youtube members metal drumming lesson: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcBgS7y4CVg&fmt=18.

So if you're a bassist around the Bristol/South Gloucestershire/Somerset area who can travel (maybe once every 2 weeks?) feel free to contact Zach on 07946256908 or email him on RealMusicGroup@gmail.com.

Thanks,

Zach :)

Another Zach Dunn Demo

noreply@blogger.com (OfficialADD) — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:35:00 +0000

Downloadable for free here: http://www.zshare.net/audio/582421681aa05225/

or go to check it out at http://www.myspace.com/ADireDispute

Departure of Lewis Creaven (He Isn't Dead!) and a Welcome To Ryan Harris!!

noreply@blogger.com (OfficialADD) — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 20:17:00 +0000

After a 10 minute phone call 2 days a go, Lewis decided he couldn't work with the band anymore. Due to college work, gigging with his present band etc.

:(

On a positive note we have a new addition to the family! 17 year old drummer Ryan Harris!

We'll get an exclusive blog up from him soon :)

Anyways...we are still in need of a bassist AND another guitarist...so feel free to email me on realmusicgroup@gmail.com

Zach x

Zach Dunn Demo (Free Download)

noreply@blogger.com (OfficialADD) — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 13:09:00 +0000

Here's an exclusive taster of Zach Dunn's Demo and possibly the first A.D.D Track:

Free Download: http://www.zshare.net/audio/57775628606b8d1f/

Or Listen to it at http://www.myspace.com/ADireDispute

Also a softer track is in the works!

:)

Zach

Guitar Tuner Guide (Free Download)

noreply@blogger.com (OfficialADD) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 00:07:00 +0000

Zach had a problem with his laptop (the death of his soundcard :( ) and cannot spare the funds to repair it...for the 5th time? Anyways, he created a few audio files (in WAV) for his MP3 player so he can tune on the road and now he share's this creation with the world!

You may download it from:

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=I637DBYA
OR
http://www.sendspace.com/file/dqorea

Here is the read me included with the file:

"Thank you for downloading my tuning guide. I created this as I was sse to online guitar tuners and unfortunatly, my soundcard died and I no longer feel the need to get my laptop repaired (again!). So I though I'd make this for my MP3 player so I can tune on the go! Anyways I created this out of knowledge and help from google for myself and now you can too :)

If you'd like more tunings, feel free to email me at TuningGuide@ADireDispute.tkand make sure you check http://www.ADireDispute.tk for updates!

Thanks,
Zach Dunn"

A Message From Zach

noreply@blogger.com (OfficialADD) — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 19:11:00 +0000

Hello :)

As you can see, we're still in the process of finding a drummer and also a replacement bassist who is available for gigging! So if you're intrested, email us at Make-Me-An-ADDict@ADireDispute.tk and also we're looking for people to design us some merchandise using our logo.

If you'd like to help us out, download the logo here http://www.megaupload.com/?d=QXBVQLC2 (it's a PNG file so transparent background!) and go wild :) Once completed, email us at Make-Me-An-ADDict@ADireDispute.tk.

If we agree on it, we will see if we can get our merch made and send you one absolutely for free :)

ALSO...UNOFFICIAL MERCHANDISE CAN BE PURCHASED AT http://www.add-shop.tk/ (its unofficial because we don't get a penny out of it :( )
Shirts ranging from:

Anyways, I'm in the middle of some song writing and I'll probably make a lil video blog to follow it :)

Cheers and I'll keep everyone updated ;)

Zach