Between the Trees
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Between the Trees was an American Rock
band from Orlando, Florida
, formed in 2005. The band consisted of vocalist/guitarist Ryan Kirkland, lead guitarist Stevie Benz, drummer Josh Butler and bassist Jeremy Butler.
Between the Trees released their debut album through Bonded Records in 2006, entitled The Story and the Song
. In 2007, they signed to The Universal Motown/Universal Republic Group, but it was later announced that the band/label relationship had fallen through, and their next album was to be self-released. Their second album was entitled Spain and was released on August 11, 2009.
, Between the Trees began with lead vocalist Ryan Kirkland and brothers Josh and Jeremy Butler. Not long after, in Spring of 2005, they chose a keyboardist, Wes Anderson, Realizing a need for another guitarist, the band soon recruited Brad Kriebel, whom was a close friend. After finalizing the line up, they began to write and collaborate different styles of music.
After graduating from their respective high schools, Between the Trees released their first album, The Story and the Song
, on 19 September 2006, through the independent label Bonded Records. The band's first single was "The Way She Feels", with the music video
first being released on 14 May 2006. The song first received radio airplay in the United States on 27 May 2007.
Between the Trees was involved with the non-profit organization To Write Love on Her Arms
, which is dedicated to providing help to those who struggle with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. Two songs on their first album are based upon the organization, and the subsequent problems that it hopes to solve. The band's debut record also covered various other elements, featuring themes of romance, introspection, relationships, and even a song about the band's fans (opener "The Forward").
, that they had signed with record label Universal Motown Republic. The announcement came two weeks after their appearance on the Vans Warped Tour. Prior to the release of their second album, the band's bassist Jeremy Butler stated on AbsolutePunk.net
that Between the Trees had parted ways with the label and had decided to distribute the record themselves.
In August 2008, Brad Kriebel and the band parted ways due to creative differences. They temporarily replaced him with lead guitarist Josh Jove. Also, on June 3, 2009 the band announced the departure of Wes Anderson. His desire to venture in a different direction was stated as his reason of departure.
Between the Trees announced the confirmed release of their second album, entitled Spain, which was released on August 11, 2009. The first single off the album is "We Can Try", produced by Stuart Brawley, with a music video being officially released on August 28, 2009.
Between the Trees released the Winter EP, their first EP at the moment. It was only available on dates of their Winter 09' shows. But they have said that at some point it will be available for purchase online, until then the songs are available on YouTube.
On September 8, 2010 Between The Trees announced that by the end of the year, they will disband.
"It is with regret that I announce that Between The Trees will be disbanding by the end of this year. It's not a decision that we all fully agree with, but it's a decision that is final."
The band also announced that their long-time touring guitarist Stevie Benz would be joining the band as an official member.
(of The Almost
) performed as an opening act.
Rock music
Rock music is a genre of popular music that developed during and after the 1960s, particularly in the United Kingdom and the United States. It has its roots in 1940s and 1950s rock and roll, itself heavily influenced by rhythm and blues and country music...
band from Orlando, Florida
Orlando, Florida
Orlando is a city in the central region of the U.S. state of Florida. It is the county seat of Orange County, and the center of the Greater Orlando metropolitan area. According to the 2010 US Census, the city had a population of 238,300, making Orlando the 79th largest city in the United States...
, formed in 2005. The band consisted of vocalist/guitarist Ryan Kirkland, lead guitarist Stevie Benz, drummer Josh Butler and bassist Jeremy Butler.
Between the Trees released their debut album through Bonded Records in 2006, entitled The Story and the Song
The Story and the Song
The Story and the Song is the first album from Orlando-based rock band Between the Trees and debuted on September 19, 2006. The band dedicated "A Time For Yohe" and "The Way She Feels" to Renee Yohe, a recovered addict who inspired the creation of To Write Love on Her Arms.-Release:In conjunction...
. In 2007, they signed to The Universal Motown/Universal Republic Group, but it was later announced that the band/label relationship had fallen through, and their next album was to be self-released. Their second album was entitled Spain and was released on August 11, 2009.
Formation and The Story and the Song (2005-2006)
Formed in early 2005, in the east side of Orlando, FloridaOrlando, Florida
Orlando is a city in the central region of the U.S. state of Florida. It is the county seat of Orange County, and the center of the Greater Orlando metropolitan area. According to the 2010 US Census, the city had a population of 238,300, making Orlando the 79th largest city in the United States...
, Between the Trees began with lead vocalist Ryan Kirkland and brothers Josh and Jeremy Butler. Not long after, in Spring of 2005, they chose a keyboardist, Wes Anderson, Realizing a need for another guitarist, the band soon recruited Brad Kriebel, whom was a close friend. After finalizing the line up, they began to write and collaborate different styles of music.
After graduating from their respective high schools, Between the Trees released their first album, The Story and the Song
The Story and the Song
The Story and the Song is the first album from Orlando-based rock band Between the Trees and debuted on September 19, 2006. The band dedicated "A Time For Yohe" and "The Way She Feels" to Renee Yohe, a recovered addict who inspired the creation of To Write Love on Her Arms.-Release:In conjunction...
, on 19 September 2006, through the independent label Bonded Records. The band's first single was "The Way She Feels", with the music video
Music video
A music video or song video is a short film integrating a song and imagery, produced for promotional or artistic purposes. Modern music videos are primarily made and used as a marketing device intended to promote the sale of music recordings...
first being released on 14 May 2006. The song first received radio airplay in the United States on 27 May 2007.
Between the Trees was involved with the non-profit organization To Write Love on Her Arms
To Write Love on Her Arms
To Write Love on Her Arms is an interfaith, American non-profit organization which aims to present hope for people struggling with addiction, depression, self injury, and thoughts of suicide while also investing directly into treatment and recovery...
, which is dedicated to providing help to those who struggle with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. Two songs on their first album are based upon the organization, and the subsequent problems that it hopes to solve. The band's debut record also covered various other elements, featuring themes of romance, introspection, relationships, and even a song about the band's fans (opener "The Forward").
Record labels and Spain (2007-present)
In early August 2007, the band announced via their MySpaceMySpace
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, that they had signed with record label Universal Motown Republic. The announcement came two weeks after their appearance on the Vans Warped Tour. Prior to the release of their second album, the band's bassist Jeremy Butler stated on AbsolutePunk.net
AbsolutePunk.net
AbsolutePunk is a website, online community, and alternative music news source founded by Jason Tate . The website mainly focuses on artists who are relatively unknown to mainstream audiences, but it has been known to feature artists who have eventually achieved crossover success, including Fall...
that Between the Trees had parted ways with the label and had decided to distribute the record themselves.
In August 2008, Brad Kriebel and the band parted ways due to creative differences. They temporarily replaced him with lead guitarist Josh Jove. Also, on June 3, 2009 the band announced the departure of Wes Anderson. His desire to venture in a different direction was stated as his reason of departure.
Between the Trees announced the confirmed release of their second album, entitled Spain, which was released on August 11, 2009. The first single off the album is "We Can Try", produced by Stuart Brawley, with a music video being officially released on August 28, 2009.
Between the Trees released the Winter EP, their first EP at the moment. It was only available on dates of their Winter 09' shows. But they have said that at some point it will be available for purchase online, until then the songs are available on YouTube.
On September 8, 2010 Between The Trees announced that by the end of the year, they will disband.
"It is with regret that I announce that Between The Trees will be disbanding by the end of this year. It's not a decision that we all fully agree with, but it's a decision that is final."
The band also announced that their long-time touring guitarist Stevie Benz would be joining the band as an official member.
Farewell Shows
The band performed two farewell shows at "The Social" in downtown Orlando, FL on December 6 and 7 2010. Aaron GillespieAaron Gillespie
Aaron Roderick Gillespie is an American musician, best known for being the former drummer and clean vocalist for the metalcore band Underoath, and the current lead singer and rhythm guitarist for the alternative rock band The Almost...
(of The Almost
The Almost
The Almost is an American alternative rock band from Clearwater, Florida, formed in 2005, and is most notable for being the side project of former Underoath drummer, Aaron Gillespie.-History:...
) performed as an opening act.
Former
- Ryan Kirkland - GuitarGuitarThe guitar is a plucked string instrument, usually played with fingers or a pick. The guitar consists of a body with a rigid neck to which the strings, generally six in number, are attached. Guitars are traditionally constructed of various woods and strung with animal gut or, more recently, with...
, lead vocals, keyboardKeyboard instrumentA keyboard instrument is a musical instrument which is played using a musical keyboard. The most common of these is the piano. Other widely used keyboard instruments include organs of various types as well as other mechanical, electromechanical and electronic instruments...
s - Josh Butler - DrumDrumThe drum is a member of the percussion group of musical instruments, which is technically classified as the membranophones. Drums consist of at least one membrane, called a drumhead or drum skin, that is stretched over a shell and struck, either directly with the player's hands, or with a...
s (currently in Maylene and the Sons of DisasterMaylene and the Sons of DisasterMaylene and the Sons of Disaster is an American, Southern metalcore band formed in 2004 in Birmingham, Alabama. In 2005, Maylene and the Sons of Disaster signed to Mono Vs Stereo and released their self-titled debut album...
) - Jeremy Butler - Bass guitarBass guitarThe bass guitar is a stringed instrument played primarily with the fingers or thumb , or by using a pick....
- Stevie Benz - GuitarGuitarThe guitar is a plucked string instrument, usually played with fingers or a pick. The guitar consists of a body with a rigid neck to which the strings, generally six in number, are attached. Guitars are traditionally constructed of various woods and strung with animal gut or, more recently, with...
, background vocals (currently in Paint Me Irrational) - Brad Kriebel - Guitar
- Wes Anderson - Keyboards, Percussion
Touring Musicians
- Josh Jove - (former) GuitarGuitarThe guitar is a plucked string instrument, usually played with fingers or a pick. The guitar consists of a body with a rigid neck to which the strings, generally six in number, are attached. Guitars are traditionally constructed of various woods and strung with animal gut or, more recently, with...
, background vocals - Jordan Ensminger - (former) GuitarGuitarThe guitar is a plucked string instrument, usually played with fingers or a pick. The guitar consists of a body with a rigid neck to which the strings, generally six in number, are attached. Guitars are traditionally constructed of various woods and strung with animal gut or, more recently, with...
, background vocals
Studio albums
- 2006: The Story and the SongThe Story and the SongThe Story and the Song is the first album from Orlando-based rock band Between the Trees and debuted on September 19, 2006. The band dedicated "A Time For Yohe" and "The Way She Feels" to Renee Yohe, a recovered addict who inspired the creation of To Write Love on Her Arms.-Release:In conjunction...
- 2009: Spain U.S. #138
External links
- Betweenthetrees.net Official website
- Between the Trees at PurevolumePureVolumePureVolume was the first independently run website of its type, allowing for the upload and stream of music files. It was created in 2003 by Jennifer Welch , in conjunction with the Unborn Media team; Brett Woitunski, Nate Hudson, and Mitchell Pavao; all from the University of...
- Between the Trees at MySpaceMySpaceMyspace is a social networking service owned by Specific Media LLC and pop star Justin Timberlake. Myspace launched in August 2003 and is headquartered in Beverly Hills, California. In August 2011, Myspace had 33.1 million unique U.S. visitors....