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                                                    F.H.O.D.

                                                    _Genre: Hard rock
                                                    Members: Kimm Ladd (KK) - Vocals
                                                                        Tom Howell - Guitars/vocals
                                                                        Dimitri Kontos - Bass/vocals
                                                                        Jason Stiltner - Drums
                                                    Hometown: Chicago, IL
                                                    Label: Independent
                                                    Website: Facebook band page

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                                                    _Combining the musical styles of alternative, hard rock, classical, progressive, and heavy metal, F.H.O.D. has become a band with a sound for everyone. From hypnotic drum rhythms in the vein of Tool and Rush to old school metal bass lines reminiscent of Iron Maiden and Sabbath, F.H.O.D. borrows from the old classic rock and combines current trends and modern hooks to create a sound uniquely their own. Together with dynamic guitar roar and powerful, emotionally charged vocals, this Chicago band is receiving great reviews as a live band with a huge sound and endless musical potential.

                                                    Their latest self-release, My Great Escape can be described as somewhat of a dark hypnotic journey, that is sometimes treacherous, but filled with hope. There's an emotional element to each of these songs that the listener will connect with, and make them their own. From the epic song of survival in "Against the Odds," to more melodic sounding "In My Shell," and "State of Mind," and the upbeat tempos of "False Prophet," "Kings and Queens," and "Unashamed," this album clearly does not leave any stone unturned. With story telling, thought provoking, and deeply personal lyrics, the listener will surely connect to the music. There is a warm classic-like sound to this CD that gives the songs character, A modern sound mixed with an old school feel, skilled musicianship, and credible songwriting abilities, My Great Escape will be an album of which people will take notice.F.H.O.D. are receiving great reviews as a band, with a huge sound and huge potential.

                                                    F.H.O.D. was selected as a “featured band to watch” in No Cover Magazine’s March 2007 edition, along with “Unashamed” being selected to appear on No Cover’s Groupies Suck 10 Compilation which is available at all Barnes and Nobles stores. F.H.O.D. also recently signed a music licensing agreement with MTV in 2007. F.H.O.D. recently won Rock 105.5 Public Exposure Battle of the Bands to perform at 2007 Summer To Ride Festival in Terre Haute, IN.

                                                    Some other notable past/future performances achievements include: MECA Midwest Music Conference (Chicago, IL); 100.7 Mix FM's Dr. Dashboard/Summer Kick Off Concert (Terre Haute, IN); MOBFest (Chicago, IL); Rock'N' Ride Music Festival at Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom (Louisville, KY); Illinois State Fair Stage X (Springfield, IL); IMC2004 (Philadelphia, PA); Chicks on the Road (Chicago, IL & Milwaukee, WI); Emergenza Music Fest (Chicago, IL); XMG International Label Showcase (Chicago, IL); DiMBY Mardi Crawl (St. Louis, MO); 2007 Summer To Ride Festival (Terre Haute, IN); and Go Fast's Extreme 2007 (Woodstock, IL). F.H.O.D. has opened for the following national acts: Warrant, Cage, Sponge, Enuff Z'Nuff, Jackyl, Doro Pesch and Chubby Checker.

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