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The Black String Theory
6+ albums
interpolalternative rocklos angelesradioheadKeane
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The debut, self-titled EP from THE BLACK STRING THEORY delivers arena-sized and emotion-driven alternative-rock with a compelling sense of urgency and a discernible dark edge. Drawing upon influence from acts including Keane, Muse, Editors, Radiohead, Jeff Buckley, Depeche Mode and Matthew Good, THE BLACK STRING THEORY infuse piano, rhythmic guitars, drum loops and keys, providing the perfect platform for the band’s distinctive and emotive lead vocal. The four-song EP was produced and recorded by the band’s vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter SCOTT VAN DORT, while mixing was handled by GRAMMY Award winning engineer, Chris Testa (Jimmy Eat World, The Subways, Motion City Soundtrack, Switchfoot, Mat Kearney). Mastered by Tim Young (Editors, Massive Attack, The Clash, Bat For Lashes) at Metropolis Studios in London UK, the EP was made available Worldwide on April 10, 2010. THE BLACK STRING THEORY was first conceived in July 2009, inspired by what van Dort views as a quest for self-liberation and a life of authenticity. Van Dort says “You can look in offices anywhere around the world and you’ll find most people have a shadow life of some sort. I’ve spent years working corporate 9-5 jobs, while writing music and playing in bands, so I know what it's like to lead a double-life. I realized it was time to give rise to that side of me if I was ever going to live authentically.” After the release of the EP, van Dort found the perfect accompanist in drummer and co-writer M
