Toy Store Riot is anything but just another punk band. Founded by singer-so… Read Full Bio ↴Toy Store Riot is anything but just another punk band. Founded by singer-songwriter “J” Lazar in late 2010 while trying to find a niche within the once thriving punk scene in the nations capital and the hordes of new bands who were more focused on trying to be different rather than writing music for their fans, this Washington D.C. area gang of misfits rose from the ashes of the smoldering electronic movement and the over produced (read: auto-tuned) and unimaginative sea of rock star wannabes that seem to be the norm as of late. Taking the age-old formula of guitars, bass, drums and lyrically driven anthems in a unique direction seemed to make too much sense.
Their songs are influenced most by the things and people in their surroundings, their botched relationships, the misadventures of their friends, as well as the trials and tribulations of family members and co workers alike. They haven’t forgotten who their fans are and they’re aware of who’s listening. They make music nearly anyone can relate to. But let's not forget the helpless bystander. You know, the boy or girl who unknowingly becomes the topic of conversation for weeks to come due to his or her tragic misfortune. There’s a song or two about you to. Just be glad they didn't stop to ask your name. However, fear not. You wont find yourself becoming lost in meaningless prose, their message is usually direct and easy for most to relate to. Their muse is found in the strangest of places but also in the most conventional. You never know when, where, why, how, or with whom you will wake up with and you can't predict who will enter and exit your lives, but it's those lives that inspire no matter how serious or ridiculous they always seems to be.
J’s melodic and playful vocal style and rhythmic guitar foundation dances with Jonny’s dirty and driving leads while Mikey’s forever walking bass lines and Alex’s explosive drum skills create a sound that’s anything but ordinary yet oddly familiar. If you’re not singing along by the end of every song, you’re not paying attention
Consequently, they’re looking to revitalize the once quintessential scene that gave rise to many of the early iconic east coast greats. Don't let the "PUNK" label fool you, with songs ranging from utter seriousness to absolute hilarity, their simple approach to songwriting and connecting with their fans meshes with their technical abilities and fun loving stage presence to create a polished sound that's arguably radio friendly (if there is such a thing).
Toy Store Riot's Dead Man's Shoes EP (Released January 27th 2012) is a collection of catchy and timeless punk anthems about the band's crazy friends, getting wasted, politically incorrect rhetoric, life, death, and yes of course... love. They're attempting to continue the tradition of the DC punks of days gone by that paved the way for them. Punk is far from dead and this raucous quartet is just a friendly reminder.
J: Guitars and Vocals
Jonny: Guitars
Mikey: Bass
Alex: Drums
Their songs are influenced most by the things and people in their surroundings, their botched relationships, the misadventures of their friends, as well as the trials and tribulations of family members and co workers alike. They haven’t forgotten who their fans are and they’re aware of who’s listening. They make music nearly anyone can relate to. But let's not forget the helpless bystander. You know, the boy or girl who unknowingly becomes the topic of conversation for weeks to come due to his or her tragic misfortune. There’s a song or two about you to. Just be glad they didn't stop to ask your name. However, fear not. You wont find yourself becoming lost in meaningless prose, their message is usually direct and easy for most to relate to. Their muse is found in the strangest of places but also in the most conventional. You never know when, where, why, how, or with whom you will wake up with and you can't predict who will enter and exit your lives, but it's those lives that inspire no matter how serious or ridiculous they always seems to be.
J’s melodic and playful vocal style and rhythmic guitar foundation dances with Jonny’s dirty and driving leads while Mikey’s forever walking bass lines and Alex’s explosive drum skills create a sound that’s anything but ordinary yet oddly familiar. If you’re not singing along by the end of every song, you’re not paying attention
Consequently, they’re looking to revitalize the once quintessential scene that gave rise to many of the early iconic east coast greats. Don't let the "PUNK" label fool you, with songs ranging from utter seriousness to absolute hilarity, their simple approach to songwriting and connecting with their fans meshes with their technical abilities and fun loving stage presence to create a polished sound that's arguably radio friendly (if there is such a thing).
Toy Store Riot's Dead Man's Shoes EP (Released January 27th 2012) is a collection of catchy and timeless punk anthems about the band's crazy friends, getting wasted, politically incorrect rhetoric, life, death, and yes of course... love. They're attempting to continue the tradition of the DC punks of days gone by that paved the way for them. Punk is far from dead and this raucous quartet is just a friendly reminder.
J: Guitars and Vocals
Jonny: Guitars
Mikey: Bass
Alex: Drums
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