FALLZ achieves a unique vision of music by combining huge modern dynamic rhythms and heavy guitar riffs, electro/industrial production, with melodic, engaging female vocals.
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FALLZ achieves a unique vision of music by combining huge modern dynamic rhythms and heavy guitar riffs, electro/industrial production, with melodic, engaging female vocals. The result is an edgy yet commercial sound that appeals simultaneously to a rock music lovers and electronica fans.
Fallz's music has been featured on MTV's Power Girls reality show, Tekademics' Mischief Invasion and Mischief Dynasty Soundtracks, and Superverse's Zoom Suit comic books and animated films. In addition, Fallz has licensed music to Volkswagen, Digital Studios Group and provides music for many interactive media companies.
Fallz performed at the Florida Grammy Showcase 2006, having been chosen by The Florida chapter of the Recording Academy of America one of the six top bands from Florida and Puerto Rico. Fallz was the feartured artist on There.com and Distort.com and was chosen as a finalist in both the Buzz Bake Sale Battle of the Bands, and South Florida Battle of the Bands. In addition, Fallz was nominated for Best female fronted rock band at the All Access Music Awards (UK).
FALLZ were featured on the cover of The New Times (Broward edition) in September of 2006. Jason Budjinski of the New Times states, "FALLZ visual appeal is just the icing on this electro-rock layer cake. It's the audio ingredients that make this seven-song EP a winner ' an equally solid mix of songwriting, execution, and production."
The Miami-based band is fronted by Aya Gruber, a powerful show-woman with intense stage presence and musical ability. In addition to writing music and lyrics, Aya performs vocals, guitar, and keyboards with Fallz. Aya has worked with several acclaimed musicians and DJ's and producers including Raymond Herrera (Fear Factory), Jeremy Blair (engineer Guns N' Rose), Russel Ali (XEO3), DJ Cedric Gervais, DJ Snezana, and Tony Choi (Area 305).
In addition to playing guitar, bass, backing vocals, programming, production and songwriting for Fallz, Brett Fisher is also the owner of Ninth Circle Production LLC, Fallz management company. Brett has worked with numerous musicians and bands including John Bechdel (Ministry, Killing Joke, Prong, False Icons, and Fear Factory), Akala, Tony Costanza (Machine Head, Crisis, Crobar), and Norman Scott (Gruntruck).
Renowned electronic music producer Robert Collado, whos past productions have hit 1 on the major European club charts, produces and plays keywords with Fallz. Robert has done productions and remixes for EMI, Eye Industries, Ministry of Sound, Scorpio Music, Virgin Records, Akala, Sandra, Ron Carroll, and Brandy. In addition to co-owning Ninth Circle Production LLC, Robert also produces and performs with the electro group Baxter Baxter.
Rounding out Fallz lineup on drums is Brandon Cruz. Brandon is a classical percussionist and has performed with the New World Symphony, the Miami Symphony Orchestra. Brandon was the recipient of the Allan Dawson Memorial Scholarship presented by the Boston Jazz Society. He has a Bachelor's Degree in Classical Performance from Florida International University and earned his Master's Degree in Jazz Studies from the New England Conservatory of Music.
With its intense but accessible music, distinctive look, legion of fans, and explosive live show, Fallz is poised to make a definitive impact in music history.
HOME TOWN:
Miami, FL
GROUP/BAND MEMBERS:
FALLZ songs are written and produced by Aya Gruber, Brett Fisher, and Robert Collado. FALLZ's live band includes Brandon Cruz, and Ralph Ceccarelli.
INFLUENCES:
Nine Inch Nails, Bjork, Ministry, Skinny Puppy, The Prodigy, Garbage, Kate Bush, Front 242. Killing Joke, Peter Gabriel, Radiohead, The Beatles, Rob Zombie, Rage Against the Machine, Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath, AC/DC, Peter Gabriel, Radiohead, The Beatles, King Crimson, 808 State, The Descendents, Fugazi, Blondie, Minor Threat, Concrete Blonde. Soundtrack composers; Allen Silvestri, John Williams.
ON MY PLAYLIST: N/A