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Plague Vendor is an American rock band from Whittier, California started in 2008. The band have released three studio albums on Epitaph Records;Free To Eat (2014), BLOODSWEAT (2016) and By Night (2019).[1]

The band has collaborated with Stuart Sikes and John Congleton.[2]

The band's musical style incorporates elements of punk rock, post-punk, and post-hardcore.[3]

History[edit]

Formation[edit]

Plague Vendor was formed in 2008 in Whittier, California, by vocalist Brandon Blaine, guitarist Jay Rogers, bassist Michael Perez, and drummer Luke Perine. [4]

The band's roots lie in their mutual interest for punk rock, which sparked their collaboration. Originating from Whittier, a conservative exurb, the band members draw influence from the punk scenes of Los Angeles and other areas.[5]

Debut Album: Free To Eat (2014)[edit]

In 2014, Plague Vendor signed with Epitaph Records and released their debut album, Free To Eat. The album received critical acclaim for its fusion of classic punk rock elements with modern sensibilities.[6]

In her review for the Sydney Morning Herald, Arne Sjostedt remarked on the energy of Plague Vendor's debut album, particularly noting the guitar riffs and vocals that grabbed her attention from the first track, Black Sap Scriptures.[7]This earned band as one of AP's "100 Bands You Need To Know" in 2014.[8]

BLOODSWEAT (2016)[edit]

In 2015, Plague Vendor followed up their debut with the release of their sophomore album, Bloodsweat. Produced by Stuart Sikes, the album further delved deeper into their signature blend of punk, post-punk, and hardcore.[9]

By Night (2019)[edit]

The band released their third studio album, By Night, in 2019. Produced by John Congleton, the album departed from their earlier sound, incorporating elements of synth and electronic drums while retaining the their punk roots.[10]

Musical style[edit]

Plague Vendor's music blends the punk with post-punk sensibilities, incorporating aggressive guitar riffs, rhythms, and anthemic choruses. [11]

Their sound draws inspiration from classic punk rock albums while infusing modern elements, resulting in a sonic palette.[12]

The band classifies their sound as Graveyard Groove, It’s “something that’s on the eerie, darker side” but also “something you can shake it to.[4]

Members[edit]

  • Brandon Blaine: Vocals[13]
  • Jay Rogers: Guitar[14]
  • Michael Perez: Bass[4]
  • Luke Perine: Drums[15]

Discography[edit]

Albums[edit]

  •  Free To Eat* (2014)[1]
  • BLOODSWEAT (2016) [16]
  • By Night* (2019) [17]

Singles and Eps[edit]

  • Black Sap Scriptures (2014)[18]
  • Isua (2016)[19]
  • Ox Blood (2016)[20]
  • Locomotive (2018)[21]
  • I Only Speak In Friction (2018)[22]
  • SPF (2020)[23]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b Cohen, Ian. "Plague Vendor: Free To Eat". Pitchfork. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  2. ^ Shrum, Tony (9 February 2016). "Plague Vendor Shares New Song "Credentials"". New Noise Magazine.
  3. ^ "Plague Vendor announce new EP, it comes with coffee". www.punknews.org. 10 May 2024.
  4. ^ a b c "Upstream: Plague Vendor embrace vulnerability and 'graveyard groove'". www.thecurrent.org. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  5. ^ "Plague Vendor Went From Cutting Their Teeth in Whittier to Infecting the Punk World – OC Weekly". 2017-06-27. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  6. ^ Crane, Matt. "Plague Vendor stream debut album, 'Free To Eat'". Alternative Press Magazine. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  7. ^ Sjostedt, Arne (2014-07-07). "Album review: Plague Vendor - Free to Eat". The Sydney Morning Herald. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  8. ^ "Plague Vendor joins more than 90 bands on Vans Warped Tour at Fairplex in Pomona". Daily News. 2014-06-16. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  9. ^ "LA punks Plague Vendor share new album influences". Huck. 2016-04-06. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  10. ^ "Plague Vendor". DIY. 2019-06-21. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  11. ^ Chesler, Josh. "Getting Weird With Plague Vendor". Spin.
  12. ^ "Plague vendor by night album review".
  13. ^ "Fireworks and jumping around - Plague Vendor vocalist Brandon Blaine explains setting the mood for the band's shows - Tahoe Onstage | Lake Tahoe music concerts and sports". tahoeonstage.com. 2024-05-08. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  14. ^ "Album Review: Plague Vendor – 'By Night'". When The Horn Blows. 2019-06-09. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  15. ^ "PLAGUE VENDOR | THE UPWARD SPIRAL". OC MUSIC NEWS. 2023-04-06. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  16. ^ Frankel, Ricky (2018-07-24). "Music: Plague Vendor: "I Only Speak In Friction"". www.punknews.org. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  17. ^ Strazzulla, Chiara (2019-06-03). "ALBUM REVIEW: Plague Vendor – 'By Night'". Bitter Sweet Symphonies. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  18. ^ Crane, Matt. "Plague Vendor sign to Epitaph Records; release new song, "Black Sap Scriptures"". Alternative Press Magazine. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  19. ^ "Plague Vendor". Huck. 2014-08-01. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  20. ^ Punknews.org (2015-07-14). "Plague Vendor in new Tony Hawk Pro Skater 5 trailer". www.punknews.org. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  21. ^ "Plague Vendor Drops New Song, "Locomotive"". 2018-10-31. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  22. ^ "Plague Vendor Share a New Song "I Only Speak in Friction"". THE BUZZ | Your #1 Pop Culture Entertainment News Source. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  23. ^ "Plague Vendor share music video and unveil b-side 'SPF'". Prescription Music PR. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
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