“For over a decade, My Silent Bravery has carved its path with unwavering determination, eschewing the glitz of mainstream fame for a more intimate connection with their audience. With a discography spanning twelve albums and a stage adorned with over a thousand performances, Matthew Wade has woven a tapestry of inspiration, one fan at a time.”
-Rolling Stone
“My Silent Bravery plays like a major label signing, from its production savvy, eloquent lyrics, authoritative imaging, polished web site, a dedicated Northeast U.S. fan following, merchandising, and most important, a chockablock collection of winning songs. My Silent Bravery is destined to make major noise.”
-Billboard Magazine
“Fronted by Matthew Wade, My Silent Bravery stands as a testament to resilience and positivity in music. With a decade of live performances and chart-topping hits under their belt, My Silent Bravery continues to inspire with their music and cultural impact.”
-SPIN Magazine
“While he’s drawn comparisons to John Mayer and Gavin DeGraw, A-Sides thinks he can stand on his own sans any labels or similar-sounding artist references. In other words, his music, like his name, is unique and stands on its own in a bold way.”
-The Huffington Post
“From summer-ready guitar strings to the fun-flecked vocals, the artist effortlessly rides the infectious production, catching every tempo and melodic shift.”
-Wonderland Magazine
“My Silent Bravery shines a light on the pressures young women face to project a perfect life online. Their poignant video for “Girl You Think You Know,” has already earned over 197,000 views worldwide, and the track hit #3 on the Billboard Hot Singles Sales Chart.”
-M Magazine
INSIDE TRACK
We Hear: Florence and the Machine, Ashley Alexiss, Steven Tyler & more…
By Inside Track | Friday, June 24, 2011 | www.bostonherald.com | The Inside Track
• That “Dog Days” singer Florence Welch of Florence and the Machine fame saw stars yesterday before her gig in the MIX Lounge at the Hard Rock Cafe. As the British songbird jumped up on stage to begin her set, the Grammy gal whacked her head on a speaker and had to delay her show for a few minutes to ice her noggin. But Flo returned to the stage shortly thereafter, and managed to rock the Bank of America Pavilion last night. That Florence is a Machine!
• That Playboy model Ashley Alexiss will host an event at the Hard Rock Cafe tonight to debut songs and a video from Can’t Quit, a new LP by Worcester recording artist My Silent Bravery featuring Matthew Wade. Nikolas Metaxas of “The X Factor” and Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Famers Herb Reed & the Platters also will perform at the event to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project.
• And that Boston Common maggie hoped to bring Steven Tyler to Nantucket for their annual summer soiree, but the party planners decided to stick closer to home. The “American Idol” judge instead will headline the mag’s invitation-only hoedown at the House of Blues Wednesday. Sounds like a wailof a good time!
Listen to the Track on Greg Hill’s morning show today on WAAF 107.3 and 97.7 FM.
WORCESTER TELEGRAM AND GAZETTE
We received a note from Worcester music-scene stalwart Matthew Wade, of My Silent Bravery, about some exciting things the band has in store.
“I have a new record coming out at the end of the month entitled, “Can’t Quit,’” writes Wade. “It is my most personal record to date, and I feel it is far and away my best work yet. It has a little something for everyone – rock, pop, funk, reggae, even a little country. I never thought I would be writing that but I am.”
The album was produced by Anthony Resta (Collective Soul, Guster, Shawn Mullins, etc) and features guest musicians such as Charlie Ferren, Robert Holmes, and popular recording artist Matisyahu. The album will be available at iTunes and other major online retailers June 28.
Wade says the band will be debuting some songs from the album Friday at the Boston Hard Rock Café, as well as unveiling the music video for the album’s title track.
“The best part of the night,” adds Wade, “is that is a benefit show with all proceeds going to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. It also just so happens that at 12 midnight on the 24th I will be turning 32, and can’t think of a better way to spend my Bday than with all of you!”
Happy birthday! Can’t wait to hear the new album! (VDI)
BOSTON HERALD
Local rock band My Silent Bravery’s release party for new LP “Can’t Quit” is doubling as a benefit for the Wounded Warrior Project on Friday at the Hard Rock.
It’s a great cause. But sometimes great causes don’t bring in the crowds. So the band has wisely taken out an insurance policy in guest host Playboy Playmate Ashley Alexiss (who just shot a 2012 calendar with proceeds going to the Wounded Warrior Project).
The night will also feature a crazy diverse bill: Nikolas Metaxas, Ms. Carol O’Shaughnessy and Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Herb Reed’s Platters.
The details: Friday, June 24, 2011 at 8 p.m. Minimum donation to the Wounded Warrior Project is $20. Hard Rock Café, 22-24 Clinton Street; Boston, MA 02109; 617-424-7625
BOSTONMUSICSPOTLIGHT.COM
Weekend Guide: June 24 – 26
Boston Music Spotlight, Staff
Still looking to fill in your calendar for this weekend? Well, you’ve worked too hard not to enjoy you free time so here are some ideas – music and non-music related – on how to spend your weekend.
Our Music Picks Friday
Peter Gabriel at the Comcast Center: The veteran English rocker hits Massachusetts as part of a special tour with his 46-piece New Blood Orchestra. Tickets range in price from $50 to $135.
Earth Wind & Fire at the Bank of America Pavilion: Groove the night away right along the harborside with these old time favorites. It may not be the 21st night of September, but the show will still be magical. Tickets range in price from $31 to $76.
The Del Fuegos at the Paradise Rock Club: The legendary Boston garage rockers complete a two-night reunion at the Paradise Rock Club. Tickets are still available for $25 with proceeds benefitting Right Turn. Lyres will open the show.
Kenny Loggins at Indian Ranch: Get ready to dance footloose with Kenny Loggins, who will perform all the big hits after an opening set with his brand new band, Blue Sky Riders. Join the longtime soft-rocker at Indian Ranch for $37 to $49.50.
My Silent Bravery at the Hard Rock Cafe: Led by Matthew Wade, these local rockers are going big to celebrate the release of their new album. The band has enlisted Playboy model Ashley Alexiss to be the evening’s guest host (no joke). Nicolas Metaxas and Ms. Carol O’Shaughnessey will also perform, while Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Herb Reed’s Platters will make a special guest appearance. All proceeds benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. Suggested donation is $20.
THE BOSTON GLOBE
NAMES
Sights and sounds
By Mark Shanahan & Meredith Goldstein
June 24, 2011
Local rockers My Silent Bravery are debuting songs from their new CD at the Hard Rock Cafe tonight, and if the music’s not enticement enough, the band’s manager, Fred Balboni, has enlisted Playboy model Ashley Alexiss to be the evening’s guest host. My Silent Bravery has licensed the CD’s title track, “Can’t Quit,’’ to the Wounded Warrior Ride whose organizer, Air Force Lieutenant Stephen Hallenbeck, will be in the house tonight.
AOL MUSIC
The powerful message in this song and video continues to spread as the video has officially surpassed 100,000 views on youtube.
