Red Vox
Red Vox | |
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 Red Vox performing at Super MAGFest 2025 | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | New York City, U.S. |
| Genres | |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Members |
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| Past members | Mike |
| Website | redvoxband |
Red Vox is a rock band formed by Vinny (Vinesauce) and drummer Mike (Jabroni Mike) in 2015.[1] Their music is primarily alternative rock with influences from psychedelic rock. Vinny has stated that rock bands such as Radiohead, Nirvana, Pink Floyd and Tame Impala were inspirations for the group's music.[1][2] Their second album Another Light was released in 2017 and peaked at #13 on the Billboard Top Heatseekers chart.[2][3] They have released 6 albums and 2 EPs in total. In 2024, Mike left the band due to health problems.
History
Early years
Somewhat aimless at first, the band came together in time due to Pecora's production style and bass groundwork. Though they don't necessarily adhere to one specific genre, Red Vox takes inspiration from a number of classic and contemporary rock bands. Some consider the music psychedelic, though not exclusively so. According to Vinny, the name of the band came from a dream. This became a sort of theme for Red Vox as multiple songs have been claimed to originate from dreams. The band's debut album, What Could Go Wrong, was released in 2016. Staying somewhat rooted in guitar driven rock reminiscent of the early 90s, What Could Go Wrong would show signs of things to come, including a melody that would later be fleshed out on their 2017 full length follow-up. Another Light sees the band sounding more confident and varied than their first record. The 9 minute pseudo-prog song Stranded, brisk acoustic album Kerosene, the dreamy Realign, and Visions and Afterthoughts, a double album, Visions being more similar to their first 2 albums, Afterthoughts being more similar to their 3rd and 4th.
In 2003, Vinny and Mike met in college and connected over a common love of bands like Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Nirvana, The Who and Black Sabbath. Around this time Vinny began learning guitar and writing his first songs, some of which would later be recorded with Red Vox. Trolls and Goblins and Long Lonely Night being among his early writing efforts.
Davy's Grey
After a few years of being in random bands and playing guitar for Billy (who would later be in Red Vox as a contributing member,) Vinny started a band called Davy's Grey with Mike and their friend Phil. Mike's drumming at this time was highly influenced by Keith Moon and John Bonham while Vinny's guitar playing and vocals were influenced by David Gilmour and Kurt Cobain. Following nearly two years of practice, writing and sporadic local shows, Davy's Grey recorded a seven song EP in 2009 called No Cigar but disbanded shortly after. Mike and Phil went on to join various other bands while Vinny worked on various solo musical projects and created the Vinesauce youtube channel and streaming group.
Red Vox
In late 2014 Vinny and Mike decided to get together and start another band. Beginning primarily as a two-piece, they worked on new and old songs, preparing them for recording. After some time, they found their way to Red Room Studios to work with Joe of Happy Anarchy fame on a feature length album. Somewhat aimless at first, the album came together in time due to Pecora's production style and bass groundwork. During this time, they settled upon the band name Red Vox which purportedly came from a dream Vinny had. The band has finished their follow-up to their What Could Go Wrong album, Another Light.
Musical style
Vinny has said that bands like Radiohead, Pixies, David Bowie, Pink Floyd, The Cars, Wilco, MGMT, The Clash, Tame Impala, Queens of the Stone Age and Talking Heads were influences. The music is mainly guitar driven but with psychedelic touches. According to Vinny, his discovering the band Tame Impala was a major factor in starting Red Vox.
Discography
Albums
- What Could Go Wrong (2016)
- Another Light (2017)
- Kerosene (2019)
- Realign (2020)
- Visions (2022)
- Afterthoughts (2023)
EPs
- Blood Bagel (2016)
- Lost For A While (2020)
- Garbage Land (2024)
Singles
- Stranded (2018)
- Remember (2024)
Concerts
- Too Many Games (2024)
- Super MAGFest[4] (2025)
References
- ^ a b Brierley, Louis (January 19, 2018). "[INTERVIEW] Basking in ANOTHER LIGHT with RED VOX". HEAVY Magazine. Retrieved April 17, 2022.
- ^ a b Alvernaz, Adam (March 10, 2020). "The engrossing sounds of Red Vox's 'Ozymandias' and a discussion with the band's lead vocalist". The Highlander. Retrieved April 17, 2022.
- ^ "Heatseekers Albums: Up and Coming Musicians Chart". Billboard. January 3, 2018. Archived from the original on March 28, 2018. Retrieved March 4, 2023.
- ^ "Red Vox". Super Magfest. 2024-11-05. Retrieved 2025-02-07.