Press Info
*Floozie has been featured in Buffalo's Premier magazine the 'Artvoice'. To quote Mark Norris of the magazine-"Floozie has set out to create a pristine mix of pop, modern rock, and classic-riff driven crowd pleasers. As evidenced by the succinct and disciplined sounds that comprise the groups new self-titled CD, there's nothing loose about these Floozies. Produced by award-winning Buffalo music veternan Nelson Starr, the four song CD exibits a band whose musical style and songwriting should prove the perfect fit for widespread radio airplay. (Feb 19,2004)
* The Buffalo News music writer Jeff Miers says that Floozie's Self-titled EP is shimmering rock tunes with an alternative sensibility that they boys hope will catch the ear of a few folks in the business. It's certainly strong enough to:Opener "I Don't Know" bears the markings of the most modern of the anomalies, the tune that is at once harmonically sound, lyrically ambitious and radio-friendly. "Daybreak" one-ups it.
Similar Artists
The Beatles,Foo Fighter, The White Stripes, Weezer, Jet
Influences
Beatles, Foo Fighters, The White Stripes, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Beck
Bio
Webster's defines a ,"Floozie", as a "vulgar or sleazy woman, esp. a prostitute." Jim Schwartz, Matt Manera, Marty Schebell, and Mike McGranor, whom comprise the Niagara Falls based rock group Floozie, define "Floozie" as "four guys playing rock 'n' roll music."
The conception of the rock quartet Floozie took place in the year 2001, when four individuals came together as one under the guise of Floozie. Jim heads the group with Beck-like singing, beatle-esque songwriting and rhythm guitar. Matt gives the group its powerful feel with John Bonhan styled drumming. Marty perfectly compliments the other two members with his own alternative rock style, and last, but not least, the youngest member Mike, adds the icing on the cake with intense lead guitar licks sounding that of a seasoned pro, and vocal harmonies that give the band a shot at success.
Since there commmencement, Floozie has been brought into the spotlight, which can be seen by their huge shows in front of throngs of fans being asked to perform with tops acts such as, Courtney Love, Theory of a Deadman, Smile Empty Soul, The Trews, Jordan Knight, Sponge, among others. Floozie has certainly cemented its role as premier act not to be missed.
I know what you are asking yourself, "Who the hell do these Floozies think they are?" Let us let leading music critisc tell you about them:
"They are up and coming stars."-Jeff Miers-The Buffalo News
"A band whose musical style and songwriting should prove a perfect fit for widespread radio airplay."-Mark Norris-Artvoice Magazine
"They have great talent and potential... their music and sound is very unique. They put on a show that could not be missed."-Amy Banks-Night and Day Magazine
"It's a travesty that this band is not one of the biggest names in Buffalo." (4 1/2-5 stars) Jaime Dombrowski-Night-Life Magazine
Floozie's approach to writing music has always been the successful formula of merging proven style of rock's super bands of the early years with today's fashion of alternative rock. The result is a tremondously radio friendly shape of music that can easily dominate the radio waves.
Floozie's goal in the crazy world known as the music industry has always been to have fun doing what they love to do, playing great music! Whether it is in front of a crowd of one or hundreds of screaming fans, Floozie puts out the same high-energy show.
From the very beginning, local music legend Nelson Starr has been hooked on the Floozie steam train. Noticing their obvious potential, Mr. Starr sought out Floozie and offered his services to help produce their first "Splintered Wood In Your Eye" and second "Self-Titled" releases to high acclaim, and is currently working with them yet again on their latest recording effort due out in Fall 2006.
Floozie can be seen on MySpace as well as having top rankings on Purevolume.com, Garageband.com, and Broadjam.com.
This band is on a mission. For our own sake, let's hope they succeed.