America by No Name Jack

Even prior to finishing their new LP, America, the four members of no name jack have explored the dark depths of relationships and breakups for audiences in the southeast U.S. "We like to provoke strong reactions in people," admits bassist John Hughes." "Indifference is something we try to avoid. Sometimes that leads to confusion, or anger, or interest – but you can never really predict the outcome."

Now Hughes and his bandmates – vocalist Eliza, guitarist Murali Bashyam, and drummer Rob Spiro – are poised to take that provocative stance to new heights. The band’s sound is as diverse as it is powerful – Eliza readily acknowledges the personal nature of her lyrics, delivered with passion and poise. "Most of these are love songs where I’m trying to come to grips with relationships. They’re frequently told from the point of view of ex-lovers, so at first it may seem like I’m being arrogant, but actually I’m eating humble pie. I’m cutting open a vein and letting it bleed for you."

On America, the band attacks their musical pursuits with focus and energy. "This album is a very sexual record," says Eliza, "packed full of youthful vigor and lust and tinged with naivete. But the album is also introverted, dealing with an everpervading heartbreak and loneliness that always seems to be in the air. With self analysis comes pain, but also hope."

No Name Jack are:

Eliza Gates - Vocals
Murali Bashyam - Guitar, Keyboards
Jack Hughes - Bass, Guitar
Rob Spiro - Drums

On the album America, the No Name Jack attacks their musical pursuits with focus and energy. "This album is a very sexual record," says singer Eliza, "packed full of youthful vigor and lust and tinged with naivete. But the album is also introverted, dealing with an everpervading heartbreak and loneliness that always seems to be in the air. With self analysis comes pain, but also hope."