SHOT
Album Preview: Shot EP (2009)
For fans of: Hard Rock
“We wanted a name that matched our style. Something that really screamed to the audience: You’re going someplace. And you’re going through old-fashioned, hardcore rock and roll. Then someone said our music makes them feel like they were shot out of a cannon. That fit perfectly.” That quote belongs to Justin Best, the enigmatic rhythm guitarist and songwriter for SHOT, the best band you haven’t heard of. Yet.
Originally formed in early 2009, Shot honed its musical talents on the mean streets of New York City. With their face-melting guitar solos, huge Neanderthal-style drums, and searing vocals, Shot’s aggressive style harkens back to the elder gods of arena rock and roll. Indeed, Shot draws inspiration from across time and genres to help them on their sacred mission: to thrust hard rock back in to the mainstream. Born from under the underground, the band’s over the top live show and dedication to creating kickass rock n roll has already entertained crowds as large as 800, destroyed guitars, and single handedly caused buildings to collapse. The boys have become fixtures on the New York music scene, and the Shot army continues to grow.
One listen to Shot’s first album, released in December 2009, reveals precisely why Shot has earned the admiration of its fans and the respect of its critics. With its radio ready sound, Shot is bound to please even the most demanding rock and roll aficionado. Whether it’s the fan favourite rock anthem, “Don’t Come Round Here”, the do-what-I-want “Axegrinder”, the trippy Aerosmtih-on-speed rock jam, “In the Streets”, or the lighter-raising “I Won’t Leave You Here”, the EP is quickly becoming a classic in the resurgence of New York rock n roll. Shot’s first EP is now available on iTunes, Amazon, and in direct distribution markets.
Band Line-Up:
Chris Keller - Lead Vocals
Hector Marin - Lead Guitars
Besto Best - Rhythm Guitars
Grasebo - Bass
Roach Knives – Drums
Media Quotes:
“...exactly the kind of sleaze rock that Axl and his appetite for destruction used to deliver with such ease...” – David Prince, Uber Rock
“Shot are a shot in the arm of today's sleaze scene and deserve to be one of the biggest bands around...” – David Prince, Uber Rock
“'Don't Come Round Here' comes on like Velvet Revolver and features some neat guitar work from Hector Marin and his conspirator Besto Best.” – Ross Baker, PowerPlay Magazine
“Shot are a strong outfit, already with a glowing live reputation...” – Andy Lye, Jukebox Metal
Track List (If MP3 samples don't play, try right-clicking links and opening in new tab):
01. Intro
02. Don't Come 'Round Here
03. Axegrinder
04. Bodies (In the Trunk)
05. I Won't Leave You Here
06. In the Streets
Purchase link: CDBaby
Artist's website(s): Shot | MySpace | Facebook
