Rival Factions (album)
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Rival Factions is the sixth studio album by Project 86
. The album peaked at #124 on the Billboard 200 and at #5 on Billboard's Top Christian Albums. This album is their first without previous drummer Alex Albert, with Jason Gerken from Shiner
and Open Hand
playing drums. Although originally scheduled for release on June 5, 2007, the release was pushed back to June 19.
"The Kane Mutiny," a track that was mentioned in some early track listings for the album, was announced to be part of the Rival Factions iTunes download, as a bonus. Shortly thereafter, Project 86 announced on their MySpace blog that they were investigating ways to make the track available to all those who had pre-ordered the album, and in a few weeks had made it available on their MySpace page. It was later announced on August 23, 2007 that it was to be the title track of The Kane Mutiny EP
, released on November 27.
Project 86
Project 86 is an American Christian rock band from Orange County, California, formed in 1996. The line-up consists of bassist Steven Dail, vocalist and songwriter Andrew Schwab, and guitarist Randy Torres. The band has released seven studio albums, which have collectively sold over 500,000 units...
. The album peaked at #124 on the Billboard 200 and at #5 on Billboard's Top Christian Albums. This album is their first without previous drummer Alex Albert, with Jason Gerken from Shiner
Shiner (band)
-History:The group formed in 1992, and quickly found wide exposure, releasing a vinyl EP in 1993 and touring with acts such as Sunny Day Real Estate, Chore, Jawbox, Season to Risk, The Jesus Lizard, and Girls Against Boys. The group released their first LP, Splay in 1996, and a second album, Lula...
and Open Hand
Open Hand
Open Hand is a Californian indie rock band. The band was formed in Hollywood in 1999 by guitarist/vocalist Justin Isham, bassist Michael Anastasi and drummer Alex Rodriguez. They released two EPs on its own American Propaganda label, Radio Days and Evolutions...
playing drums. Although originally scheduled for release on June 5, 2007, the release was pushed back to June 19.
"The Kane Mutiny," a track that was mentioned in some early track listings for the album, was announced to be part of the Rival Factions iTunes download, as a bonus. Shortly thereafter, Project 86 announced on their MySpace blog that they were investigating ways to make the track available to all those who had pre-ordered the album, and in a few weeks had made it available on their MySpace page. It was later announced on August 23, 2007 that it was to be the title track of The Kane Mutiny EP
The Kane Mutiny EP
The Kane Mutiny EP is an iTunes-exclusive digital EP that was released on November 27, 2007 by the post-hardcore band Project 86. Announced on August 23, 2007, the EP is composed of five tracks: two Rival Factions B-sides, a cover of The Sisters of Mercy's "Lucretia, My Reflection," and remixes of...
, released on November 27.
Track list
- "Evil (A Chorus of Resistance)" – 3:03
- "Put Your Lips to the TV" – 2:49
- "The Forces of Radio Have Dropped a Viper into the Rhythm Section" – 2:51
- "Molotov" – 3:12
- "Slaves to Liberty" – 3:02
- "Pull Me Closer, Violent Dancer" – 3:56
- "Illuminate" – 2:40
- "The Sanctuary Hum" – 5:01
- "Caveman Jam" – 3:18
- "Normandy" – 5:03
Credits
- Andrew SchwabAndrew SchwabAndrew "Macabre" Schwab is an American singer, songwriter, author, and journalist. He is the lead singer and lyricist for the rock group Project 86. With Project 86, he has released seven albums and 2 EPs to date. Through Relevant publishing he has released one autobiography "It's All Downhill...
– vocals - Randy TorresRandy TorresRandy Torres is a guitarist, keyboardist and background vocalist who previously played for the bands Project 86 and Crash Rickshaw. He has filled in as rhythm guitarist for the band Demon Hunter and as keyboardist, guitarist, percussionist and background vocalist for Anberlin on a recent tour...
– guitar, keyboard, background vocals, percussion - Steven Dail – bass, keyboard, background vocals
- Jason Gerken – drums