Warped Tour!
Photo Credit: photo from creativecommons.org
May 17, 2010
Kaitlyn Jensen, sr opinions editor Alex Bolino, staff reporter
Filed under A&E, Music, Top Stories
At this point in the school year, everyone is looking forward to summer. As your friends discuss fun things that you can do, keep in mind that there is one event you shouldn’t miss. Warped Tour is a music festival that is held every summer in cities across the nation. The closest one to us this summer is at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View on June 26 from 10 a.m. to around 7 p.m. There are around 50 bands, usually alternative rock, that play half-hour sets on one of the many stages.
Sum 41
One band that you’ll be able to spot at Warped Tour is Sum 41. If you haven’t yet heard of this popular Canadian band, they have a pop-punk sound mixed with alternative rock. In the past they’ve toured with bands like The Offspring and Blink-182. Lead Singer Derek Whibley has a distinctive voice that is deeper than most pop-punk singers. Their songs are varying enough for almost anyone to find something they like. Some of them, like “Still Waiting,” have moderate screaming, while others are bubbly and just fun to dance to like “In Too Deep.” Basically, if you like alternative rock, Sum 41 is a classic band that you should definitely take time to check out.
Mayday Parade
Another band that you should look for at Warped Tour is the lesser known Mayday Parade. Their sound is best described as pop-rock, comparable to bands such as All Time Low and Every Avenue. The majority of their songs have to do with romance, which makes sense considering that one of their CD’s is entitled “A Lesson in Romantics.” Some of their most popular songs that would give you a better idea of their music are “Kids in Love” and “Jamie All Over.” Although one of their songs is slow, the rest tend to have upbeat guitar rhythms and fun lyrics.
Hey Monday
Hey Monday is a moderately new band that you might want to see at Warped Tour. Their lead singer is female, so their sound is similar to Paramore. Although she has a high-pitched voice, it’s still easy to sing along to their songs. They’re generally considered pop-rock and if you were to just listen to the instruments, they sound a lot like Mayday Parade and All Time Low. Their songs are really bubbly and a few of the best ones to give you a taste of their sound are “Homecoming” and “How You Love Me Now.”
The All-American Rejects
Warped Tour is a great opportunity, and maybe your last, to see this catchy pop/rock band up close on a small stage. Its two remaining members, Tyson Ritter and Nick Wheeler, are “moving along” to bigger and more mainstream performances, but they’re leaving with a bang that you won’t want to miss. Fortunately, the band’s shortened tour (they’re only appearing from 6/24 to 7/18) allows them to grace the Bay Area with a performance at the Shoreline in Mountain View. Recently, the AAR have been making a splash in the music industry by performing at the Winter Olympics and Superbowl XLIV. Rumor has it that the duo is on a roll and may come out with a new album before 2010 comes to a close.
Motion City Soundtrack
After the January release of their latest album My Dinosaur Life, this pop punk band has been keeping busy, touring everywhere from Las Vegas to New York. The intense, power pop sound of their latest hits promises a high-energy performance this summer, and this band specializes in all-out live performances. They took a chance with the darker, more chaotic mood for their new album, but the guidance of Blink-182’s Mark Hoppus ensured a booming success. Like the All-American Rejects, the band is only involved in Warped Tour from 6/24 to 7/18, so make sure you purchase tickets for the Shoreline venue if you want to see this dynamic performance.
The Cab
Having toured with some of the biggest names in Alternative rock today (Panic! At the Disco, Forever the Sickest Kids and Cobra Starship) this popular band flaunts one of the most unique sounds in the rock industry today. Combining upbeat pop with smoother R&B accents, their music is danceable, fun and impressive. Barely out of high school, the four members bring a vibrant energy to the stage and never fail to astound new listeners. Be sure to check them out if you’re not already a fan – they’re one of the dedicated bands playing the entire Warped Tour.
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