The Reign of Kindo
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The Reign of Kindo is a band from Buffalo
, New York, currently signed to Candyrat Records
.
On August 21, 2007, the band released their first record, an EP
entitled simply "The Reign of Kindo EP
". The EP was a regional sales success, reaching #5 on the Billboard Middle Atlantic Heatseekers chart. In January 2008, they began recording for their first full-length record, entitled "Rhythm, Chord & Melody
" and released through 111 Records on August 19, 2008.
In June 2009 The Reign of Kindo and 111 Records parted ways on very good terms. The group then signed with Candyrat Records
.
On December 30, 2009, Candyrat put out the first Youtube video of The Reign of Kindo performing the song "Just Wait." It became an immediate hit as within the first 24 hour period it was one of the most highly rated and commented videos among Youtube's music category of videos.
On April 28, 2010, the band officially confirmed their third record, an LP titled "This Is What Happens
". It was released through Candyrat Records
on August 3, 2010.
In May 2010, lead singer Joe Secchiaroli moved to New York City; he commutes to Buffalo for band rehearsals and other matters. In 2009 and 2010, Secchiaroli produced albums for several other artists.
On June 7, 2010 Kelly Sciandra, piano player for the band, announced via myspace that he would be departing from the band to pursue other musical opportunities in Boston, Massachusetts. The album "This Is What Happens" will be his last album with the band.
Buffalo, New York
Buffalo is the second most populous city in the state of New York, after New York City. Located in Western New York on the eastern shores of Lake Erie and at the head of the Niagara River across from Fort Erie, Ontario, Buffalo is the seat of Erie County and the principal city of the...
, New York, currently signed to Candyrat Records
CandyRat Records
CandyRat Records is an independent American record label and online music store located in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.-Artists:Artists signed to CandyRat include:*Andrew White*Andy McKee*Antoine Dufour*Brendan Power*Brooke Miller*Craig D'Andrea...
.
History
The band formed in late 2006 from the remaining members of This Day & Age, adding a new member, Jeffrey Jarvis.On August 21, 2007, the band released their first record, an EP
Extended play
An EP is a musical recording which contains more music than a single, but is too short to qualify as a full album or LP. The term EP originally referred only to specific types of vinyl records other than 78 rpm standard play records and LP records, but it is now applied to mid-length Compact...
entitled simply "The Reign of Kindo EP
The Reign of Kindo EP
The Reign of Kindo EP is an extended play by New York band The Reign of Kindo that was released on August 21, 2007. It was first streamed and become popular through Relevant Magazine's "The Drop"...
". The EP was a regional sales success, reaching #5 on the Billboard Middle Atlantic Heatseekers chart. In January 2008, they began recording for their first full-length record, entitled "Rhythm, Chord & Melody
Rhythm, Chord & Melody
Rhythm, Chord & Melody is an album by the New Yorkan band The Reign of Kindo. It was released on August 19, 2008 as the band's first full album.- Track listing :# "The Moments in Between" – 4:56# "Breathe Again" – 4:36# "Great Blue Sea" – 5:03...
" and released through 111 Records on August 19, 2008.
In June 2009 The Reign of Kindo and 111 Records parted ways on very good terms. The group then signed with Candyrat Records
CandyRat Records
CandyRat Records is an independent American record label and online music store located in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.-Artists:Artists signed to CandyRat include:*Andrew White*Andy McKee*Antoine Dufour*Brendan Power*Brooke Miller*Craig D'Andrea...
.
On December 30, 2009, Candyrat put out the first Youtube video of The Reign of Kindo performing the song "Just Wait." It became an immediate hit as within the first 24 hour period it was one of the most highly rated and commented videos among Youtube's music category of videos.
On April 28, 2010, the band officially confirmed their third record, an LP titled "This Is What Happens
This Is What Happens
This Is What Happens is an album by the New York band The Reign of Kindo. It was released on August 3, 2010 as the band's second studio album. This album is also the last with piano/trumpet player Kelly Sciandra...
". It was released through Candyrat Records
CandyRat Records
CandyRat Records is an independent American record label and online music store located in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.-Artists:Artists signed to CandyRat include:*Andrew White*Andy McKee*Antoine Dufour*Brendan Power*Brooke Miller*Craig D'Andrea...
on August 3, 2010.
In May 2010, lead singer Joe Secchiaroli moved to New York City; he commutes to Buffalo for band rehearsals and other matters. In 2009 and 2010, Secchiaroli produced albums for several other artists.
On June 7, 2010 Kelly Sciandra, piano player for the band, announced via myspace that he would be departing from the band to pursue other musical opportunities in Boston, Massachusetts. The album "This Is What Happens" will be his last album with the band.
Current members
- Joseph Secchiaroli – Vocals/Guitar
- Steven Padin – Drums/Vocals
- Danny Pizarro, Jr.; Piano (2010–present)
- Michael Carroll – Guitar/Percussion/Sizes
- Jeffery Jarvis – Bass/Vocals
Discography
- The Reign of Kindo EPThe Reign of Kindo EPThe Reign of Kindo EP is an extended play by New York band The Reign of Kindo that was released on August 21, 2007. It was first streamed and become popular through Relevant Magazine's "The Drop"...
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, 2007) - Rhythm, Chord & MelodyRhythm, Chord & MelodyRhythm, Chord & Melody is an album by the New Yorkan band The Reign of Kindo. It was released on August 19, 2008 as the band's first full album.- Track listing :# "The Moments in Between" – 4:56# "Breathe Again" – 4:36# "Great Blue Sea" – 5:03...
(One Eleven, 2008) - This Is What HappensThis Is What HappensThis Is What Happens is an album by the New York band The Reign of Kindo. It was released on August 3, 2010 as the band's second studio album. This album is also the last with piano/trumpet player Kelly Sciandra...
(CANdYRATCandyRat RecordsCandyRat Records is an independent American record label and online music store located in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.-Artists:Artists signed to CandyRat include:*Andrew White*Andy McKee*Antoine Dufour*Brendan Power*Brooke Miller*Craig D'Andrea...
, 2010) - This Is Also What Happens (CANdYRAT, 2010)
- Christmas EP (2010)