The Panic Division
Being greeted by a flying insect and the electronic atmosphere of “Intro” (Songs From the Glasshouse) puts the listener right where he/she needs to be to enjoy some of the “rock, ambient, electronica” of The Panic Division.
New listeners can samle “Here We Go” or “Day You Left” to get some idea of how this works. Colton Holliday (vocals, guitar, keys) joined forces with Daniel Stanush (guitar, Rhodes, keys), Tavis Wilson (bass, keys), Jesse Garcia (drums) and Diego Chavez (electronics, programming) to create what could serve as excellent club dance music as well as pleasant ambient music. This CD was introduced in August of 2007.
This is not music that is heavy on philosophy, though lyrics do drive some of the work of The Panic Division. The group also pays some attention to musical dynamics and song structure, so these tunes aren’t just rhythm tracks. This is certainly true of “Day You Left.” Nice keyboard finish.
Look for the group in California, Arizona, Washington and other points west, as The Panic Division moves about from their San Antonio base. There is some word going about that Daniel Stanush is not part of the mix anymore. I guess it’s best to take that at face value. Let’s see what happens from here.
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I’m not a huge fan of electronica or ambient rock, but, hey, you gotta love a band that has a catchy name like “The Panic Division.” Plus, they have more panache and style than mere electronica bands that I’ve heard here in Miami. They may not be THE best group ever, but these Texas guys sure have rockin’ energy!
If I’m a girl, being greeted with a bunch of flying insect would make me scream. Good thing that I’m not a girl. This is the first time that I have heard of such an introduction like this. It fits their name “Panic Division” because girls would be terrified by such thing. The layout of their site sure fits their name because it has some kind of darkness with it.
Panic Division should just go ahead and change their name to “Joy Division” since it’s apparent they love biting off them along with other 80s/90s electronica/alternative/pop bands. I saw them locally, and they have a following, but they aren’t for me.
I guess different people have different ideas of what the word panic really means. I think it is funny that Leighdu thinks they should change their name to “Joy Division”. I guess some bands are better for some than others, but it is interesting to hear that you were able to see them and then make a decision.
Attagirl, they reminded me a bit of that old band “Joy Division”, and I just couldn’t help myself from making that reference. I love the old 80’s electronica music, but some people shouldn’t try too hard to be what someone else has already pretty much perfected, unless they are going to bring their own individuality into it as well.
I love the old 80’s electronic sounds as well. I agree that some people should not try so hard to invent the wheel. They hope that they can bring back a sound they liked that was lost, and eventually it does happen. But it is all a timing issue and I agree with you on this one.
I like the name ‘Panic Division.’ I think it’s unique. When I firs listen to a band, if the name is different, there is a better chance that I will like the music no matter what it is. Since I like the name, they already had a good start when I clicked on the link to listen to them.
Since I’m a huge electronic 80’s fan, I really enjoyed listening to them. They have a great sound, and a great name to go with it.