STELLAR ROAD: Better Than Yesterday

Stellar Road

Better Than Yesterday

© 2004 Stellar Road Music, Inc. (634479937927)

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Introducing "Stellar Road". Their debut album combines percussive guitars, drums, vocals, and an amazing acoustic rock sound which is sure to be stuck in your head all day.

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What makes a great band? Percussive acoustic guitars? Check. Melodic leads and creative fills? Check. Tight interlocking bass, drums and percussion? Check. Heartfelt and meaningful lyrics and vocals? Check. A pompous and pretentious description?

Check.

Stellar Road now has all of the elements.

"I never liked band bios," says Jack Daly, lead singer and rhythm guitarist of Stellar Road. "They're kind of like promo pictures; they always seem unnatural and self-serving."

For those of you who feel the same way, stop reading, pick up Stellar Road's new album Better than Yesterday and let the music speak for itself. However, if you're like me and want to know about the origins of a band, read on.

Stellar Road was formed three years ago with Jack, his brother Mike Daly, and friend Justin Griffin. The three members went through a few line-up changes and temporary breakups, often playing acoustically in local Chicagoland clubs and colleges. They recorded many of their live shows and went into the studio acoustically, the result of which is represented on the band's Acoustic Sessions EP.

In the summer of 2003 Stellar Road was solidified with the addition of drummer Jeff Gargas. The newly re-formed band honed their sound playing weekly shows at local clubs and practice sessions, learning each other's styles through improvisation and writing both on stage and in practice.

"The songs really developed live," says guitarist Mike Daly. "I remember going into "Breathe" the first show with Jeff sitting in, and it just exploded. All of the songs felt fresh and exiting."

Adds guitarist Justin Griffin; "I think we captured that live feel in the studio. The sound is there, and it really represents where we are as a band."

This sound emerges on Better than Yesterday - eleven diverse songs about life, love and loss. All of the elements are there for Stellar Road. With the help of friends, family and fans- Jack, Justin, Mike, and Jeff hope to spread these songs to all who will listen (without pretentiousness or pomposity).

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  • New Favorite
    author: Jeff Barrell

    This CD is my first exposure to Stellar Road and has become my favorite. Powerful melodies and different styles of songs on the CD. 'Better than Yesterday' keeps getting stuck in my head, but 'Rain' and 'Last Night' are also great tunes.

  • Great - Totally enjoyed it
    author: Mar

    A friend had it and I loved it - So when his was damaged in the "rain" - I had to replace it - FANTASTIC

  • WOW. I got turned on to GREAT music
    author: Kelly M

    A friend played one song on his pod for me and I had to have it. To my surprise they were ALL fantastic. Tight Band and lyrics! A must have.

  • Cannot get enough!
    author: Allie

    Love this CD - cannot stop playing it - everyone song is great!

  • REALLY GOOD!
    author: Andy O.

    i love this cd, stellar road did a real great job. the songs are great, its nice chillin music but its also upbeat. awesome.

  • Excellent Buy
    author: Robert K.

    Nice variety, catchy lyrics, solid sound...all-in-all a great buy to support a talented group. Very much recommended if you like DMB, Jack Johnson, etc.

  • Totally awesome!
    author: Marisa W.

    This is one of the greatest cd's I have ever purchased. The band, music, vocals, lyrics, everything is great! Hope you put out another cd, I'll be buying it too! Keep up yhe good work! Let me know if you ever come to Springfield, MO.

  • ORGASMIC
    author: Janice

    Very good mood music. We luv the sound. Sex was great with this cd. Can't get enough of either.

  • author: Jared Dettmer

    To Whom It May Concern... The CD "Better Than Yesterday" by Stellar Road is excellent! Overall, the band has an awesome sound, which especially includes the vocals. The lyrics are exceptional! The music is written very well and in that, I would imagine the words provide comfort and hope for the human soul. At least it does mine. Thank you for the music!

  • Groves to the tunes that sound like a Grammy is on its way!!!
    author: Patty-licious

    My boyfriend & I were visiting Chicago during the Taste '06. We enjoyed listening to Stellar Road at Navy Pier!!

  • AMAZING!!
    author: Erin

    This cd is unbelievable, I'm obsessed with this band. I love their sound and lyrics...I haven't heard anything this good in a long time. Every song on the cd is great and I can listen to it over and over again. I'm really excited to see what happens with this band...I have a feeling good things are coming their way.

  • too good to be true
    author: Debbie

    Phenomenal. Can't take it out of my cd player. Listen to it over and over and over again. Looking forward to a follow-up cd. Awesome songs!!!

  • Awesomely Amazing!!!
    author: Kyle Dauphinet

    We were in Chicago on vacation and were checking out Navy Pier and Stellar Road was playing on the budlight stage... watched them, left to watch the fireworks and returned... couldn't get enough!!!! Kewlest thing on our vacation there!

  • Great CD
    author: Rebekah

    Sweet!! #5 is my favorite.

  • great music
    author: Elizabeth

    This is one of the best CD's that I've gotten in a long time....the more I listen to it the more I like it! I can't believe that I had never heard of it before....and...I am so happy that I stumbled across it!

  • Unbelievable!!!
    author: Michelle

    I was in Chicago for the Bon Jovi/Nickelback Concert in July and when Stellar Road opened I was blown away on how awesome they sounded.I was bound and determined to get this CD,And I live in South Dakota!!!

  • Great! Great! Great!-Loved It!!!!!
    author: Heather Bessent

    This is one of the best Cds Ive bought in a while, great words and melodies. I listen to it everyday in the car to and from work and on my computer while I work, so I have the entire office listening to it and they love it as well.

  • best cd i've heard in a long time
    author: Dan

    This is one of the few CD's that you can listen to all the way through without skipping, over and over again. By far one of my favorite CD's of all time. These guys are going to be the next big thing.

  • incredible
    author: Joe Moca

    Heard about these guys a long long time ago....probably been my favorite band since then, seen few acoustic shows and everyting there just amazing.

  • First time I heard them- awesome
    author: Thad Schroeder

    I saw these guys in Soldier field over the weekend. I had never heard of them. They were unbelievable. I seriously thought they sounded better than Nickel Back. Can't wait to get their CD. I would be surprised if these guys don't make it BIG.

  • A Stellar AM Performance
    author: Jmo

    Unfortunately, I was unable to pick up this CD at the moment, as they are out-of-stock; a good thing, I suppose. So, I can only base this review off their performance on the WGN morning news from last week. Very nice job, guys. Hopefully your latest shipment will arrive soon.

  • AMAZING!!!
    author: Lindsey

    you're album is absolutely AMAZING!!! i'm so extremely happy that i decided to buy it!! my sister heard me playing it... and she loved it as well... and even purchased a copy herself!! thanks for the awesome music!!

  • Mellow
    author: Justin

    This CD is great, when you want to know more of your inner-self. I personaly closed my eyes listend and dreamed. I feel much better than yesterday.

  • Best Concert I've been to in years.
    author: Maria

    The tracks on this CD speak to everyone. Feels like the arrival of self-awareness. Loving life, living love. It is beautifully mellow.

  • This is THE BEST acoustic alternative album I have ever heard.
    author: Eric

    The guys of Stellar Road are an incredible group of musicians and this CD showcases it perfectly. There ability to tie in the rythms, melodies, and lyrics as seamlessly as they do shows just how musically and lyrically in sync they are with one and other. I first heard about these guys on myspace and listened to the songs they had up on their site. I ordered their album after only ten minutes or so of hearing what was on the web page. Some favorites of mine include "Rain", "Armor", and "Clutter". The album in general is just awesome. I would HIGHLY recommend this album for fans of Dave Matthews Band, Stroke 9, Bottle of Justus, and even the Goo Goo Dolls. Their website is www.stellar-road.com. You can also find them on myspace.com

  • This is THE BEST acoustic alternative album I have ever heard.
    author: Eric

    The guys of Stellar Road are an incredible group of musicians and this CD showcases it perfectly. There ability to tie in the rythms, melodies, and lyrics as seamlessly as they do shows just how musically and lyrically in sync they are with one and other. I first heard about these guys on myspace and listened to the songs they had up on their site. I ordered their album after only ten minutes or so of hearing what was on the web page. Some favorites of mine include "Rain", "Armor", and "Clutter". The album in general is just awesome. I would HIGHLY recommend this album for fans of Dave Matthews Band, Stroke 9, Bottle of Justus, and even the Goo Goo Dolls. Their website is www.stellar-road.com. You can also find them on myspace.com

  • Best Unsigned Bands Around
    author: Gerret

    Stellar Road's cd "Better Than Yesterday" is one of the best releases from an unsigned chicago band that we have seen in a long time. The production value is very good for an unsigned local band. The lyrics are very deep, and the music enchanting. The heart and soul of this band really shines through on this album. You can tell that they really care about their songs, and this is a band that has the heart to go far. This is an early effort, I can't wait to see what they come up with on the next album.

  • How refreshing!
    author: Carrie

    I first heard Stellar Road at The Colliseum in Mokena about one year ago. I was hooked instantly! It was so refreshing to see a local band that has the amount of talent they do. They really do stand out above the rest, and every single song proves it!

  • AWESOME!
    author: Alicia

    This CD is one of the best I have listened to this year by far. The music blends very nicely. It is a good CD to wind-down to or to get pumped up. Good for every mood. I DEFINATELY recommend this CD to anyone and everyone.

  • How can you live your life without this CD?
    author: Meg

    OK...so I went on vaca and unfortunately left my SR cd at home which sucked enough to begin with but then when i got home tragedy struck!!! My boyfriend (idiot) accidentally spray painted like twenty of my cd's (don't ask me how---genius). And of course it was one of them!!! I almost killed him. Needless to say, i need a new one because going any more than 48 hours without this CD is like going through withdrawals!! LOVE IT!

  • Love the Music
    author: Madeline "Gargas"Miesen

    Jeff Gargas is my cousin. I have to say the band sounds really good. Keep up the great work. I hope you can make it to the west coast Los Angeles Calif. and Portland Oregon; Jeff has cousin's there who would love to go see the band play.

  • Phenominalllllllllllll
    author: Jessie (WPRK 91.5FM)

    I saw these guys when i vacationed in Chicago. These guys are absolutly phenominalllllllllllllllllllllllllll. I listen to your cd almost everyday. Seriously, Stellar Road is going to go damn far. Winter Park, FL

  • An absolute must have
    author: Megan

    This CD is, for lack of a better word, awesome! It's soulful and truly impressive. One would think that these guys were playing together while still in the womb, they work that well together. If you buy only one cd this year, buy this one. You won't be disappointed.

  • Just as good on CD as they are live!
    author: Jason Davis

    I see this band play an average of three times a month, and they are great. I finally got ahold of their CDs, and I love them. Great music, challenging chords, and creative lyrics. Their music is like a breathe of fresh air in a slumping music market.

  • Amazing CD... Amazing Music!
    author: Traci S.

    I absolutely love this CD!!! Stellar Road's music is amazing both musically and lyrically!!! I especially enjoy songs, "Our Last Night" and "Get it Down". I can't wait for their new material to be released!!! Superb!!!

  • Incredible! Cannot wait for their new release.
    author: Janet

    This CD is incredible! After being out partying, this is a great CD in which to have great late night sex and unwind! I cannot wait for their new release.

  • Awsome CD.
    author: Mary

    Great lyrics and sound. Favorites: Rain and Get It Down. Would love to see live. They need to travel to Indy.

  • awesome, but what about Jake
    author: Brandyn

    The CD is incredible, but what happened to Jake?

  • AMAZING!
    author: Nicole

    By far, the best cd i have, I love it and play it nonstop!!"Breathe" is such a great song along with the rest of them!

  • Awesomely remarkable!
    author: Kim

    This CD is truly awesome! I absolutely love it --- the music, lyrics, their voices - all fantastic! Can't wait until the next one!

  • Awesome and totally amazing!
    author: Macie

    This CD was awesome! I loved the acoustics in it. Rain is an amazing song!!! I bought this CD right after I listened to a couple songs on myspsace for the first time.

  • Fun!
    author: caryn

    I loved the CD. The songs are great, easy to listen to and enjoy!

  • Awesome Up and Coming Band
    author: Mike

    I hear of Stellar Road from my brother, check out some songs and picked up the CD. I was not disspointed. They are GREAT. I can't wait to hear more from Stellar Road.

  • Great!
    author: Christine

    I heard this cd at a friends and thought it was so awesome I had to buy one for me! I love all the songs! Can't wait for the next one to come out!

  • This is a great cd
    author: Matthias

    I heard about this band from a friend so I thought I would give it a try. This is a great cd I really loved it and have alredy recomended it to many friends keep up the good work and I cant wait for the next cd

  • I luv this Cd....All of the songs rock
    author: Brett Burroughs

    This CD is Awesome.....i can't wait until ya'll get a new cd put out because i will definitly buy that one.

  • AWESOME CD
    author: Jon

    This CD is great. It is one of my favorite Cds in my collection! I bought there previous released Acoustic Cd because I loved this one so much

  • this band will completely blow your mind
    author: Amy Johnson

    music rocks my world its a combo of all my favorite bands got addicted real fast

  • alright
    author: eweb44

    The CD is great, it fits in with well with any collection that features a lot of Dave/Incubus/any EMO. Not a totally unique sound but, one of my best "blind" CD purchases.

  • good shit, keep it going!
    author: hank

    What you got so far is the shit! I can't wait to hear some new stuff.

  • Stellar Road- BTY Review
    author: Illinois Entertainer Magazine

    While one of today's biggest musical challenges seems to be making your emo-pop-rock band stand out above all the other emo-pop-rock bands, Stellar Road make a very, um, stellar effort to do so. Their debut, Better Than Yesterday, has a surprisingly polished and professionally produced sound rarely attained on the typical local band's budget. Lead vocalist Jack Daly's sincere melodies connect emotionally on a near John Mayer-like level. Hopefully this road will continue on for a long time.

  • Stellar Road- BTY Review
    author: Illinois Entertainer Magazine

    While one of today's biggest musical challenges seems to be making your emo-pop-rock band stand out above all the other emo-pop-rock bands, Stellar Road make a very, um, stellar effort to do so. Their debut, Better Than Yesterday, has a surprisingly polished and professionally produced sound rarely attained on the typical local band's budget. Lead vocalist Jack Daly's sincere melodies connect emotionally on a near John Mayer-like level. Hopefully this road will continue on for a long time.

  • Voted Top 5 Album of 2004
    author: The Times Newspaper

    5. Stellar Road -- "Better Than Yesterday" (Lucky Penny) Well written alt-rock loaded with melody and rife with acoustic guitar, tight rhythms and a lead singer (Jack Daly) whose voice falls somewhere between Dave Matthews and Darius Rucker of Hootie & The Blowfish. Another South Side group, Stellar Road, came out of nowhere in 2003. In a year's time they have released this impressive 11-song set, while creating a name for themselves live with packed shows at venues like the Metro, Joe's Bar and Double Door. Though soft-edged, acoustic driven and melodic, these songs still rock. While there is honestly not a bad tune here, highlights are: "Breath," "Rain," "Fade Away" and the title track. Pardon the pun, but the production here is ... stellar!

  • Great music, great lyrics, great band!
    author: Nooker

    Better Than Yesterday is a wonderful CD that gets better the more you listen to it. I've seen them live twice...once in front of a couple hundred people and the other in front of just a few...but both times the band gave it their all and performed a great set. The music makes you feel good and makes you want to come back for more.

  • Forshizzle
    author: D-Gaf

    Stellar who??? Thats right Stellar Road. ohhh right giggity giggity giggity

  • author: lisa olson

    Stellar-Road is awesome, you can chill to it or party to it, its great original music either way!!! these guys are great and theyre gonna make it big!!!

  • Have not stopped listening to it!
    author: Cindy P.

    I saw the band live and they were amazing! The music awesome and they are a very talented group of musicians! They are totally going to have a bright future! Good Luck! and whoever doesn't own this cd should buy it today! :)

  • my friend kelseys cousin is jeff gargas...she played the cd and i loved it.
    author: Molly

    my friend kelseys cousin is jeff gargas....she played me the cd and i loved it...i especially love the song better than yesterday...its got such a great beat...we used one of your songs for a dance we made up for school and it has GREAT rhythm.....keep it up

  • Just a matter of time till they hit it big
    author: Mike Nigh

    I have been listening to Stellar Road for about a year now and everyday I like the songs more and more I have been to almost every show since they started playing at Shannon's and even attended the Hard Rock Cafe show when they won the battle of the bands. These guys are amazing musicans and great guys and this cd's is amazing. I recommend it to anyone seriously looking for great music. Mike Nigh

  • Midwest Beat Magazine Review
    author: Tom Lounges- Midwest Beat Magazine

    The term "acoustic music" need not always mean fodder for coffeehouses. Point in case is Stellar Road, a 3-year-old South Chicago group that boasts three acoustic guitarists, bass, and a drummer/percussionist. Granted, some keyboards and some electric guitar punch up the "rock factor" on some numbers, but the organic acoustic feel is never lost in the mix here. The 11 self-penned songs presented on "Better Than Yesterday" are powerful slices of vocal harmonics, intricate arrangements and instrumental prowess, which certainly warrant radio play over most of the cookie-cutter garbage being pumped out in the guise of good music. Stellar Road's college-rock sound is akin to that of The Dave Matthews Band with some Train and REM influences tossed into the mix. Emotive vocals ride well over the rhythmic music bed, resulting in a remarkable collection of music that can best be described by the band's very name -- stellar! This is really, really good stuff!

  • It was awesome-love it! Love the song R.A.I.N.
    author: TK

    Great beats, great lyrics, loved it

  • author: Dan Fresas

    This is a fantastic band...their sound is original. I cannot stop listening to this CD. I am glad my daughter turned me on to them. It has guitar that sounds like Santana, the drummer is a fantastic beat keeper. I even get a Pink Floyd feeling on 2 of the songs...brings me back to the Pink Floyd "Animals" Concert at Soldier Field. What more can I say. I will see them for the first time at Navy Pier on Fathers Day...ITS FREE TOO!

  • One of the best CD's I 've purchased.
    author: Jaime

    I love the CD. After hearing them perform live I really wanted to listen to them afterward and was extremely happy to hear about this album. These guys have a lot of talent and are gonna go far.

  • Great CD
    author: E.C.

    What a great cd... great harmony, melody, and lyrics. The newest Stellar Road tracks are even better than their older ones which is quite a compliment. A fresh sound that isn't comparable to one artist or one group. These guys are gonna go places.

  • Spectacular Music
    author: Big-A in Peoria

    This CD starts off very powerfully and wonderfully coordinated. The transitions from song to song are one of the greatest qualities of this spectacular CD. Each song has a certain quality that leaves wondering what the secret is of these enchanting tunes. The lyrics are tantalizing and very in depth, you really get a good idea of where the songwriter came from. This is a fantastic cd that you can listen to just about anywhere and you can enjoy with everyone, especially friends. 2 THUMBS UP!!!!

  • author: Brian

    Stellar Road has quickly become one of my favorite bands. BTY is an outstanding album. The musicianship is amazing. I really loved the Acoustic Sessions cd they put out, and was eagerly awaiting this full length album. The songs from AS have been reworked and include some electric guitar that adds a driving rock flavor to the music, which really plays well off the acoustic guitars. I would recommend this cd to everyone, I don't think you'll be disappointed. I just wish I still lived in the Chicago area so that I could see these guys live all the time.

  • Stellar road is a band everyone should hear. Excellent!
    author: Mike Nigh

    Stellar road is a band that is for real! I had no clue what I was going to hear the first time that I listened to there music, but since then I can't stop listening. These guys are truely talented and they are a band everyone needs to hear. This cd is off the hook and I hope everyone gets a chance to hear it. Keep up the good work guys!! Mike Nigh

  • Clearly upper music, ahead of their time.
    author: Curt

    Clear, crisp, great lyrics, great rhythm, upbeat. A fresh sound. Makes me wanna dance.

  • A Must have for any pure music fan.
    author: R-Dub

    Better than Yesterday is an outstanding display of musical talent mixed with well written lyrics. This album is a very refreshing change from the current musical scene. The guitars are heavy when they need to be but never over-bearing. Excellent album.

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