An abrasively symphonic indie rock quartet fronted by songwriter Julian Cires, LAVOLA has managed to make their mark on the Florida music scene one show at a time. Their catalogue is masterfully crafted with sonic artistry and precision; the lyrical content speaks volumes to the masochists in us all. In much the same manner, their live shows transcend the typical show atmosphere by combining ironic polarities: subtle with abrasive, melodic with dissonant, passive with furious. Their fan base is solid, as is the accompanying press: featured in Alternative Press (AP&R Band of November 2013), Under the Gun Review, and named Best Rock Band and Best Rock Vocalist by New Times. Jason Pettigrew, Editor in Chief of Alternative Press, writes "Young dudes taking chances, coming up aces...nailed it." Lavola have opened for Silversun Pickups, Against Me!, Soul Asylum, The Dear Hunter, O' Brother, Tim Reynolds (of Dave Matthews Band), Dead Confederate, Stolas, Royal Thunder in addition to many other prominent names.
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