The BadSpells

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The BadSpells are a high-energy power pop/rock trio that fuse catchy, melodic gems (think Weezer, Squeeze, Fountains of Wayne, and Oasis) with the aggressiveness and bravado of groups like Elvis Costello and the Attractions, Led Zeppelin, and T-Rex. What you get is a recipe for some seriously infectious sounds. See them perform live and you’ll remember why it was you fell in love with rock music in the first place. New York City, early in 2008…The BadSpells formed when Russell James Hughes (singer/songwriter/guitarist) and friend/musical cohort Max Hinojosa, IV (bassist) went to a local music venue. Both moved from Austin, TX to NYC to pursue their musical careers. They were introduced to local drummer Angelo Merendino (originally from Akron, Ohio). The three bonded and started rehearsing. They put together a live show spearheaded by the strong songwriting and showmanship of Hughes, and anchored by the muscle of a true rock rhythm section in Hinojosa and Merendino. Soon came the gigs and plenty of impressed fans; gigs at clubs like The Knitting Factory, Arlene’s Grocery, The Living Room, The now defunct CBGB’s, Southpaw (in Brooklyn), Don Hill’s, The Rockwood Music Hall, and Kenny’s Castaways. “The BadSpells are a fresh burst of energy…a driving, rocking, balls-out band!! They are the real deal!” -Maria Kenny, Owner of the legendary Kenny’s Castaways-NYC With their diligence and drive, it shouldn’t take too long for them to make their mark in the music world. The BadSpells

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