Synth beats loiter across Verona Red's latest album, “Side Effects,” which was released to a full-house at Chicago’s Double Door in November 2008. The album highlights their ability to combine distorted blues-saturated vocals, provocative guitar riffs and boisterous sing-alongs into a sexy and undeniable rock and roll sound.
And while Verona Red’s music may not be the most technically sophisticated in the land, it does get credit within the industry for being "smart," "well-written," and "refreshing."
"Well-written, driving indie rock that is almost as dancey as it is smart. In a world where most bands want to sound like some other stagnant band, this is refreshing."
– John Benetti (Talent Buyer, Housecall Entertainment, Booking for Subterranean and Beat Kitchen in Chicago, IL)
“There is a high octane intensity that is physically undeniable in Verona Red’s new wave explication. But, the kicker would have to be their ability to blend musical crafts without having created a noticeably biased opinion of what good time rock and roll should sound like.”
– Ron Trembath (Fensepost.com)
“In essence, Verona Red is carving a niche within the alternative rock genre with this new album. This is the album to add to your 2008 collection.”
– Southside (Fearless Radio)
“Rock that genuinely warrants a hearty grassroots fan base… a winning combination of saloon sing-along and driving pop with a refreshing shadowy heart.”
– Jeff Pizek (The Daily Herald)
Also, their live show is worth going to. Verona Red displays serious disregard for good behavior while on stage, and leaves little room for doubt regarding their ability to rock and roll. Their live show births an energy so vicious, children run from it. Thankfully, their usual crowd of drinking concert-goers tends to dance to it.
Visit Verona Red's MySpace page to see where to catch their next live show at myspace.com/veronared.
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