JoyFocus
JoyFocus | |
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Wheaton, Illinois, United States |
| Genres | Indie pop, Arena rock, AOR |
| Years active | 1997–present |
| Labels | Atomic Monster Productions |
| Website | www |
| Members | Rikk Currence Holly Joy Currence |
| Past members | Ray Kainz Phil Carlson |
JoyFocus is an American pop - rock duo from Wheaton, Illinois.[1]
The duo has been working together since 1998 and consists of vocalist Holly Joy, and multi-instrumentalist Rikk Currence.[2]
History[edit]
JoyFocus was formed in the suburbs of Chicago in 1998 by musician Rikk Currence. The inaugural line up consisted of Rikk Currence (drums), Holly Joy (vocals), Phil Carlson (bass) and Ray Kainz (guitar).[3] During the production of the band's debut album, Super Happy Family Wish Record, bassist Phil Carlson left the group. Shortly after the release of the record in 2001, Ray Kainz also left the group, leaving Rikk Currence & Holly Joy as the remaining core.[3] The two have been working as a duo ever since, with Rikk Currence playing all the instruments and handling all the production, and Holly Joy doing all the singing. In their time together, JoyFocus has released four independent albums and seven featured singles on various compilations.[4] The band's latest record, Random Access Digital Audio Heresy, is scheduled for release on 13 May 2015.[5]
Discography[edit]
Studio albums[edit]
- Super Happy Family Wish Record (2001)[6]
- Ultra Catchy Atomic Pop Interlude (2008)[7]
- Cyber Suburban Electro Rock Circus (2009)[8]
- Mission Critical Extended Play List (2013)[9]
Singles[edit]
Critical Reception[edit]
According to an interview with Jon Wilde from RockRealms, JoyFocus' music draws comparisons to artists such as Queen, Boston, The Beatles, King's X and The Beach Boys.[12] The critical reception of the band has been overall positive.[13][14] The compositions of JoyFocus are defined as mix of nineties alternative rock and modern punk.[15]
References[edit]
- ↑ Ahmad, Malliha (10 June 2013). "Artist Spotlight: Joy Focus". iheardin.com. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ Tim (3 June 2013). "JoyFocus". Indie bands blog. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Lion, Brian (25 May 2013). "UTG Interview: JoyFocus talks new single, the internet, and future plans". Under The Gun Review. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ Mafi, Jordan (14 June 2013). "JoyFocus – Rock Perfection Multiplied by Two". The Levity Ball. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ "Random Access Digital Audio Heresy". JoyFocus. March 2015. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ "Releases: Super Happy Family Wish Record". AllMusic. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ "JoyFocus / Discography". ReverbNation. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ "JoyFocus, Cyber Suburban Electro Rock Circus". Femail.com.au. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ "Mission Critical Extended Play List - EP". iTunes. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ Davidson, Daniel (17 May 2013). "Single Review: JoyFocus - Love Song Cliche". Music-News.com. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ "Skope Reviews Joy Focus "Love Song Cliche"". T4C. 18 June 2013. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ Wilde, Jon (12 March 2009). "JOY FOCUS". Rock Realms. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ "JoyFocus - Love Song Cliche". AntiMusic. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ Carlito, Scottie. "Joy of Focus". allwhatsrock. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ↑ Blackwell (20 August 2013). "Joy of Focus". Rock N' Roll View. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
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