Published on April 17th, 2013 | by Denise Borders
0The Contortionist Hunt For New Singer
After the departure of frontman Jonathan Carpenter last month, The Contortionist is officially launching their search for a new singer. He released this statement:
“It’s going to be a jarring change of pace for my life, not being on the road most of the year. Making songs with the band and then performing them in front of the best fans has been a once in a lifetime experience. I wouldn’t trade the perspective I’ve found in the past few years for anything. I got to meet so many amazing people and see a good chunk of the world. I absolutely intend to keep creating and playing music in the future, albeit in a more personal pursuit.
I will miss seeing everyone in the TC family very much. I wish the best to all of my band buds and everyone who supports live music and all this heavy banger music we’ve been making. I feel very excited for my future with the love of my life and our pups, and our little one on the way.
Music has always been one of my passions and that’s what drew me to this band in the first place. The music comes first, and I know that the talent of the band will rise above this member change and they will find a new arrangement that will blow your minds.” – Jonathan Carpenter
Head HERE to download two instrumental tracks. The band encourages applicants to do a vocal demo of at least one but preferably both songs. Upload to YouTube and email links to: thecontortionistsingersearch@gmail.com along with any other pertinent info.
Other criteria needed
-Must be local to Indianapolis area or willing/able to travel/relocate.
-Must be 18+ years old
-Preferably able to play keyboards/synth in a live setting but not required.
-Preferably has some previous tour, songwriting, and studio experience.
-Must be free of any full time commitments (such as school or work) and ready to commit to the band FULL TIME starting June 1, 2013.
“We aren’t just looking for someone that can show off their skills as a musician,” says guitarist Cameron Maynard. “The band needs someone special that personally favors the traveling, and it should be in this person’s best interest to truly enjoy performing and working creatively day in and day out.”
Don’t miss my interview with the Robby and Jonathan from 2011.