Lifelike Posted September 11, 2006 Share Posted September 11, 2006 **Augustana** They deserved their own thread. Pretty much one of the most awesome bands around. :D Anyone know who they are? Anyone see them with Snow Patrol? Anyone going to see them with Snow Patrol? How about with The Fray, or The Goo Goo Dolls and Counting Crows? Don't be shy, folks! 8D September 20th! Snow Patrol and Augustana here in Seattle! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cold_Huntress Posted September 11, 2006 Share Posted September 11, 2006 I saw them live with the Goo Goo Dolls/Counting Crows in June! They were cool! I fell in love with the song Boston! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lifelike Posted September 12, 2006 Author Share Posted September 12, 2006 Boston is an awesome song, but I prefer a few others. I like Wasteland and California's Burning and Sunday Best... and Lonely People... and pretty much the whole album is fantastic. My friends went to the Goo Goo Dolls and Counting Crows concert and they just missed Augustana... one of my friends was really pissed off! Lol! I've also met their bassist. He's so sweet. :] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busybeeburns Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 October Artist Of The Month Augustana are a young band, having just released their major label debut, All the Stars and Boulevards, on September 6, but they have been successfully touring all summer with bands like the Goo Goo Dolls and Counting Crows. With moving vocals and powerful instrumentals, Augustana stands out from today’s pop music with a classic, accessible sound. Characterized by beautiful melodies that are often driven by haunting piano lines, Augustana has drawn favorable comparisons to monster piano rockers Coldplay. Driven by excellent reviews, a top 20 video on VH1 for their hit single "Boston," and a sold out special edition CD at Best Buy, Augustana have proven to be a band to take seriously. A simple and classic success story, Augustana was founded by frontman Dan Layus at Greenville College in Greenville, Illinois. Before graduating, Layus decided to take his shot at fame and moved to Los Angeles. The band signed with Epic Records and are currently touring with Snow Patrol in support of their debut album. http://www.xboxaddict.com/news/view.php?News_ID=7364 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
girlygirl Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 Love this band, saw them with Snow Patrol! ANd all I can say is wow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisa Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Stars and Boulevards- :ears::thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lifelike Posted October 6, 2006 Author Share Posted October 6, 2006 I don't have the rerelease, damn! I must order it. I should give everyone Heart-Shaped Gun. They took it off their MySpace. I'm so glad Augustana's getting big!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matter-Eater Lad Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Im a huge fan of their work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisa Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 I know it might not be much, and it makes me feel like a kid again with TRL, but I try to vote once a day at VH1's the V spot. I usually vote SP in first, then Augustana at 2. I hope it helps! tomorrow I will vote twice and put them first.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busybeeburns Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 A game with fame session will be held in November, and the game of choice is Madden ‘07. If you’re interested in whooping some ass, you can sign up on Augustana’s website - http://www.augustanamusic.com/xboxgamewithfame/ First prize is an Xbox 360 console, a copy of Madden ‘07 and a copy of Augustana’s album. http://www.xboxic.com/news/1744 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SniperShot Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 There are pretty damn good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lifelike Posted October 7, 2006 Author Share Posted October 7, 2006 The thing with Augustana is that most people know the song Boston but not the band. Such a shame, they're such sweet guys. :] I promised the Snow Patrol threadders the picture of me and Jared (bassist for Augustana). If you want to see it (and a most unflattering me) let me know. Jared looks excellent in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Scientist Man Posted January 26, 2007 Share Posted January 26, 2007 I did not see a Thread so I made one. I just started liking Augustana and love the song Boston. So any other fans, here is the thread for you. What other songs or Boston do you like about them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rayman Posted January 26, 2007 Share Posted January 26, 2007 I prefer the version off the You'll Disappear EP. The piano's a little lighter, and it feels more intimate to me. That's just me, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talisman Posted January 27, 2007 Share Posted January 27, 2007 http://www.coldplaying.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34147&highlight=Augustana ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amsterdam528 Posted January 27, 2007 Share Posted January 27, 2007 I love Boston, and I almost bought All the Stars and Boulevards, but I didn't for some reason... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Scientist Man Posted January 27, 2007 Share Posted January 27, 2007 ^ Yeah me too, but I am going to get it my next play check! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Scientist Man Posted January 27, 2007 Share Posted January 27, 2007 http://www.coldplaying.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34147&highlight=Augustana ;) Oh ok. Thanks:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Scientist Man Posted January 27, 2007 Share Posted January 27, 2007 Yes I love Boston as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldplay_is_louve. Posted January 28, 2007 Share Posted January 28, 2007 i absolutley love augustana. boston is a beautiful song. not to mention an amazing city with the best baseball team ever. :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisa Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 Been a few months, but I still love the album. Wish I were going to see them with the Goo Goo Dolls. I'll just have to live with the report my cousin will have when she gets back. * listening to California's Burning* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amsterdam528 Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 So I just bought All The Stars and Boulevards. I must say, they are far better than I had originally expected. Boston and Stars and Boulevards are my favs, of course, but I also found that Bullets, Feel Fine, Wasteland, and Sunday Best were excellent as well. The rest are growing on me :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lifelike Posted February 12, 2007 Author Share Posted February 12, 2007 I haven't been around, but I have news. I saw these guys for the third time on January 13th and met their bassist for the second time. The best part is he recognized me (I'd been saying hello to him all evening whenever I could. XD). Every time I see them it makes me like them all the more. They throw some of the best concerts ever. I posted some videos of the concert on my YouTube account. I have two more I have yet to post. Enjoy! <3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisa Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 Aww. That's great news for you! I remember seeing the bassist at the bar the night they opened for Snow Patrol. He was chatting with people and having a good time. Seems like a friendly guy! What's his name again? I really wish I were seeing them again! Thanks for the videos! :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lifelike Posted February 13, 2007 Author Share Posted February 13, 2007 His name is Jared, and he is a really friendly guy, very outgoing and genuinely nice. :] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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