New York based musician ACEY SLADE (Murderdolls / Dope / Trashlight Vision) has unleashed upon the world his new full length solo / band project - THE DARK PARTY. Cleverly bringing together and stretching boundaries between both Rock and Electronic genres, Slade and his new band have produced a collection of songs that are both sonically and emotionally exciting, enabling him to smash open the doors to another blistering musical chapter in his already colourful career. Produced by English Drum and Bass producer Shaun Morris (DJ Stakka), this is without a doubt the singers most reflective and daring piece of work yet and one that will see him challenge himself from here forward.
"There are so few artists who are really willing to put themselves out there and show other sides of their creativity." Acey explains. "As a guy who is known for doing three chords and a cloud of thunder type guitar rock, I really took a chance by doing this album. And what I'm most proud of is the fact that I took this chance. To take big risks means risking falling on your face. By just taking this risk, I've already accomplished what I wanted to do."
Acey Slade and the Dark Party made it's live debut in December 2009 and has since toured the US with everyone from industrial rockers Combichrist to former Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley, to J-Rock staples Girugamesh on their first trip to the US. To coincide with the Combichrist tour the 'Sex, Murder, Art, Baby' EP was released in limited edition and featured re-mixes from Rob Zombie bassist Piggy D. It sold out quickly and was followed up by the full length self titled album and a full Euopean tour was launched, both to great reviews.
'Combining the sharp rock hooks and scuzzy darkness of his previous projects, Acey has crossed them sweetly with sweeps of lush electronica. The results are devilishly successful.'
- 4/5 K Kerrang Magazine
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Members:
Acey Slade - Vocals & Guitar
Andee - Guitar
Matt Kepler - Drums
PerC - Bass & Keyboards
