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EGO ALIEN’S NEW ALBUM, “PROGRESS IS A GNARLY CLOWN” IS NOW AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE!

February 7, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For more information, contact: Ted Bunch … tedbunch[at]thirstyrecords[dot]com

THIRSTY RECORDS ANNOUNCES THE RELEASE OF EGO ALIEN’S NEW ALBUM, “PROGRESS IS A GNARLY CLOWN”

FEBRUARY 7, 2017 (BROOKLYN, NY) – Thirsty Records is proud to announce the release of the fresh new album, “PROGRESS IS A GNARLY CLOWN” from EGO ALIEN.

EGO ALIEN released their debut EP “CRAWL ON THE EDGE” in January of 2014 (available here) and eponymous “EGO ALIEN” EP in March of 2015 (available here)

The new album, “PROGRESS IS A GNARLY CLOWN”, can be purchased here.

Coming off of a wildly successful CD release show on 1/28/17, the band is looking forward to a successful 2017 playing shows on the East Coast.

As main man for EGO ALIEN TED BUNCH is a vicious supporter of the Philadelphia/South Jersey original music scene, and can be found at various area clubs on either side of the Delaware River, on any given night. Ted can also be heard supporting the local scene on his weekly radio broadcast, THIRSTY RECORDS ON GASHOUSE RADIO.

Chris Kusmanick plays monster grooves on a fret less five string bass and The Drummer’s high energy and hard driving edge completes the heavy melodic power trio.

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EGO ALIEN ALBUM RELEASE SHOW

January 2, 2017

On Saturday January 28, come out to THE ROOM AT HARPERS PUB in CLEMENTON NJ to celebrate the 2017 EGO ALIEN release on THIRSTY RECORDS with a night of original rock music including JOHN FAYE, 4:44 and PRAVDA.

You will hear cuts from the new EGO ALIEN album, new music from 4:44’s latest release, and new Pravda material. The new Ego Alien CD and t-shirts will be available at the show.

John Faye will act as host performing multiple times throughout the night. Word on the street is that there may be a surprise visit from his alter ego, JIMMY MILLER.

Click on this EVENT LINK and accept the invite. Come out and bring a friend, we’d love to see you!

HARPER’S PUB has an excellent menu and there is no cover charge to this show.

See you at The Room at Harper’s Pub, 1 Gibbsboro Rd, Clementon, NJ 08021

EGO ALIEN LIVE AT THE TUSK IN PHILADELPHIA 12/9/16

December 6, 2016

Come out to The Tusk, 430 South Street in Philadelphia on Friday, December 9, 2016 for a night of original rock music.

Also included is Overcoming Gravity, Lucid by Midnight, and The Dead Flowers.

See you there!

SEE EGO ALIEN ROCK THE LEGENDARY DOBBS ON SATURDAY APRIL 11

April 4, 2015

Go see EGO ALIEN rock the Legendary Dobbs (304 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147, 267-239-0197) on Saturday, April 11.

The event will be hosted by Forward Productions, and features the SIRAVO, PHANTASM, DEAD:STOP, and, of course, EGO ALIEN!

There will be CD’s ($5), T-Shirts ($10) and Stickers ($1) available at the show.

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EGO ALIEN: LIVE 03.24.15 – PHOTOS, VIDEOS + BAT BOX MUSIC BLOG REVIEW

March 30, 2015

Check out EGO ALIEN live!

Here are cool photos of Ted Bunch (Guitar, Vocals), Chris Kusmanick (Bass), and Drew Bernier (Drums) by Bat Box from the Sidecar Bookings show at Shady Katie’s on Tuesday, 03.24.15:
Here are links to cool videos shot by Bat Box of EGO ALIEN playing “Hit Me On Time” and “Green Means Go“.

Check out the Bat Box Music Blog Review.

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NEW EGO ALIEN EP REVIEWED BY JAY REGAN OF ROCK BANDOM RADIO

March 21, 2015

Music Review: Ego Alien new eponymous EP.

One of the nice things about doing a weekly radio show is that I get the opportunity to hear new music before it’s released. Back in February, while seeing EGO ALIEN perform at Dobbs, Ted gave me a copy of EGO ALIEN’s newest EP. (BTW, EGO ALIEN’s live show is something to see!)

Ted is Ted Bunch, guitarist, vocalist and writer for EGO ALIEN. The EP in question is their new release simply called EGO ALIEN. The EP includes 4 songs: “Lines”, “Little Miss Panic Button”, “Green Means Go”, and “Big Bluey Dawn”. I had high hopes for the EP as I had already been a fan of EGO ALIEN’s music since the release of their debut EP “CRAWL ON THE EDGE”. They have also been a staple on my Philly AIMS Radio Show. (Sunday’s, 8 PM to 10 PM on http://www.rockbandomradio.com)

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EGO ALIEN is a power trio consisting of Ted on guitar and vocals, Chris Kusmanick on bass, and for now, a Drummer by committee. (Hopefully the drummer spot will be filled permanently soon). As fate would have it, Ted is also an impressive drummer and he is the one playing on the EP, unfortunately his clone is not available for live performance.

The music, to me, is representative of the 90’s sound with an updated twist. The EP is full of catchy hooks, power chord drive and booming bass and drums. Standouts for me are “Lines”, with its prominent slide guitar and “Green Means Go”, which after one listen will be stuck in your head for hours. The remaining tracks are just as good and fit well together as an EP, seamlessly grabbing the listener and keeping them enthralled. After one listen I let it run through again as I wanted to hear more. Hopefully the next release will have a few more tracks.

Along with making good music, EGO ALIEN front man Ted Bunch is a great supporter of the Philly Area local music scene, you will often see him at other bands shows, right up front, cheering loud. To top it off Ted is a great guy, we need more people like Ted in the Philly scene.

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EGO ALIEN has a number of shows coming up to support the new EP and you can get more information about the band and get their music at their sites below. I will be playing the entire EP on my Sunday, March 22nd, 2015 Philly AIMS Radio Show (starting at 8PM EST on http://www.rockbandomradio.com) to promote EGO ALIEN’s March 24th show at Shady Katie’s in Somerdale, NJ so browse on in.

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COME SEE EGO ALIEN AT SHADY KATIE’S 9PM ON TUESDAY, 03/24/15

March 18, 2015

EGO ALIEN and Midnight Bottle Club are the featured acts for Sidecar Bookings Open Jams hosted by Josh Mayer on Tuesday 3-24-15! Music starts at 9pm.

NEW EGO ALIEN EP REVIEWED BY ROCKER’S DIVE RADIO

March 15, 2015

Reviewed by Jess Uribe of www.rockersdive.com – “We rock this planet together.”

I was recently treated to a preview of the exciting new self-titled EP from EGO ALIEN (Ted Bunch on vox/guitar, Chris Kusmanick on Bass and The Drummer who remains anonymous), and what a treat it was.

Packed with high energy music and meaningful lyrics, I started from the beginning to experience the EP in its entirety, listened to “Lines”, and loved the track, a tribute to the exclusion we all feel at times and overcoming it.

Next up was “Little Miss Panic Button” – a powerful, rockin’ tune featuring Ted’s masterfully grooving guitar, Chris’ pounding bass, and a hard edged melodic punk feel. It rocks for sure.

“Green Means Go” opens with a tribal drum beat that sets the tone for this track. There’s also a great hook on this one with the same raw rock edge that we have come to expect from EGO ALIEN.

Switching it up on the final track to my delight as a blues enthusiast is “Big Bluey Dawn”. It’s a change of pace that to me was a great final cut on this EP. It’s a rocker to be sure but features a great blues vibe that’s smoother, and shows the diversity of EGO ALIEN‘s talents.

A big thumbs up from me on this EP. If you love hard edged rock that screams quality, check this one out.

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EGO ALIEN’S FRESH EPONYMOUS EP IS NOW AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE!

March 9, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For more information, contact: Ted Bunch … tedbunch[at]thirstyrecords[dot]com

THIRSTY RECORDS ANNOUNCES THE RELEASE OF EGO ALIEN’S EPONYMOUS EP.

MARCH 10, 2015 (BROOKLYN, NY) – Thirsty Records is proud to announce the release of the fresh eponymous EP from EGO ALIEN.

EGO ALIEN released their debut EP “CRAWL ON THE EDGE” in January of 2014. It is available here. Shows on the East Coast and consistent radio play ensured a successful first year for the band. With their eponymous follow-up EP out today the band looks forward to another successful year. The new “EGO ALIEN” can be purchased here.

As main man for EGO ALIEN Ted Bunch is a proud supporter of the Philadelphia/South Jersey original music scene, and can be found at various area clubs on either side of the Delaware River, on any given night.

Chris Kusmanick plays monster grooves on a fretless five string bass and The Drummer’s high energy and hard driving edge completes the heavy melodic power trio.

Follow EGO ALIEN on Facebook,Twitter, YouTube, and SoundCloud.

“EGO ALIEN” IS AVAILABLE NOW AT:

CD Baby

iTunes

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