Edge Releases "Venus In Furs"
Online, March 3, 2011 (Newswire.com) - EDGE
Edge is a multi-cultural, multi-lingual fusion of rock music. As a unit they represent Spanish, Dutch, Mexican, Cuban, Puerto Rican and African roots. Considering the members of Edge's backgrounds growing up in the United States and trying to connect with their roots, they have decided music is the best way to reach out to the world.
Edge was started by Alex Serrano (drums) and Nolan J. Vander Haagen (lead vocals/guitar/percussion) in 1996 when they were 14 and 16 years old respectively. Early on in their lives they discovered their shared passion for music. In 1998, Edge released their first album titled "Criticize". This album was raw and mixed with undefined teen age anger. The second album, "As She Runs" introduces Carl Beatty (bass/background vocals). It was a more progressive direction to the sound of the band. In 2006, Edge released their third full length album titled "Fight" which took them back into a more alternative rock style. This album introduced Tommy Vanos (guitar) into the mix.
Edge is now releasing their fourth album, "Venus in Furs". Lead singles that highlight this album are "Flesh and Blood" and "Under Water I Drown".
"Flesh and Blood" is about an abusive relationship between a daughter and her father. It is also about forgiveness and trying to move forward in order to maintain a healthy attitude towards a fresh start with hopes of a new life. The theme is resentment and forgiveness. A true rock masterpiece, "Flesh and Blood" reveals a struggle with saving a relationship. You can feel every bit of emotion and drama. This song was truly written as a mini movie which can be viewed at
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eR3fWxNPXsc
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"Under Water I Drown" is about love addiction and how we seem to be blinded or in denial by what is really occurring. The theme is blinded by love. With its heavy electric guitar intro, it takes you straight into a hard hitting rock fury. Enter the storyline with raw yet very smooth vocals telling the tale. This song has the feeling of anguish and pain and is delivered so beautifully.
These two songs are representative of the entire fifth album. It is diverse in structure, sound, technique, recording and performance yet maintains a similar melodious structure throughout. This is quite clever and a fresh look at how rock music is written.
"Venus in Furs" is available in its digital format and is available through most digital storefronts.
Edge has played with many bands such as Fuel, Hoobastank, Flyleaf, Earshot, Tantric, Blue October, The Hunger and Vallejo. Edg's song, "Under Water I Drown" is currently featured on Rock Band 2 video game. "Flesh and Blood" is soon to be featured as well. Nolan has received platinum award for his work on Ice Cube Record "War and Peace".
Edge is currently working with A & R Select based in West Hollywood, Ca. for licensing, publishing, a record deal and/or placement opportunities. For additional information, please contact them at:
323-924-5897
www.arselect.com
To listen to and/or purchase any of their songs from any album, please log onto the following websites:
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www.myspace.com/rockedge
www.promofm.com (Search: Edge)