Kyshera officially formed in 2005 but development was slow due to a long series of line-up changes & instability in the band meaning that the 1st commercial release by the band (entitled 'Paradigm') didn't come out until July 2010. Kyshera's 1st gig was at the legendary TJ's nightclub in Newport in 2005 & the band then spent its first few years gigging constantly around the UK, taking frequent breaks due to its line-up difficulties. Kyshera's longest consistent line-up to date included James Kennedy on Guitars & Vocals, Carl Peel on Drums and Joe Cicero on Bass which lasted between 2006 and 2008. During this time, the band developed a highly energetic live show, incorporating live electronics, stage mannequins and frequent destruction of gear, resulting on one occasion with James needing medical attention backstage due to severe loss of blood after landing on the drum kit at a festival in Angelesey. Kyshera's focus at this time seems to have been on performing & building its fanbase, rather than recording, as the bands only recorded output during this time was a CD entitled the 'Kyshera EP' which the band sold at gigs. The band continued to gig heavily & planned to perform a 12-hour, improvised gig for charity in central London, however, this was axed last minute due to venue complications. Kyshera have stated that this is something that will still take place at some point.
Due to their ever developing live how, Kyshera began attracting much positive press, including Mathew Priest announcing the band in Rhythm Magazine as the UK's answer to Mars Volta, Tony Iommi stating that the band was one of the best in the UK today and Huw Stephens from BBC Radio 1 saying that Kyshera was 'one of the best things I've heard in ages'. However, lineup problems continued to plague the band, bringing Kyshera to a complete standstill between 2009 and 2010.
After growing despondent with the 'stop & start' nature of the band which Kennedy felt was becoming a severe hindrance to the band, James decided to focus entirely on the recording of Paradigm, the 1st commercial Kyshera release, which James felt was long overdue. Paradigm was recorded and produced by Kennedy during January 2010 and was released on 12 July 2010. Throughout the making of the album, Kyshera was without a permanent Drummer but was joined by Matt Warr on Bass who plays throughout the album. 'Paradigm' was received with very positive press including Flavour Magazine describing the album as 'a world wind of Avant Rock that will leave you wanting more' & Andy Von Pip describing the sound as "Incendiary adrenaline fuelled stadia straddling epicness". Paradigm also featured the use of an Orchestra on the instrumental experimental piece 'Frequency 1'. During the same time, James also began recording an album of completely electronic and experimental music entitled 'Nine i.P.' which will be released in 2012, as well as an album of simple acoustic songs.
Kyshera then resurfaced in March 2011 with its new lineup consisting of Matt Warr on Bass and Rhys Jones on Drums. Whilst promoting the release of 'Paradigm', the band performed constantly & played some of their biggest venues to date, such as Cardiff's St David's Hall & Ynysangharad Park. A free live DVD of their intimate, hometown launch party at The Globe in Cardiff was later put on the Kyshera YouTube page & captures the new line up at its earliest inception. The band continued to gig around the UK & began wearing Orange Guantanamo Bay style boiler suits to symbolize the band's feeling that they were 'cultural terrorists'. In November, James was nominated as one of 'Wales' Sexiest men' in a yearly poll.
In January 2011 Kyshera released a brand new song, entitled 'Know Your Enemy' onto the internet for free. The song is claimed to have been written, recorded & released in an afternoon & is not featured on the 'Paradigm' album. 'Know Your Enemy' was hosted on SoundCloud & is linked to Kyshera's various web pages. Kyshera then spent most of 2011 touring, including dates in Canada (the furthest the band had played at that point), however, the band parted ways with Rhys on Drums in September & took the rest of the year to record the 2nd full length Kyshera release, entitled 'Made in China'. Shortly after, they signed a licensing deal with Rising Records for the release of the album, which is to be released in Spring 2012 & were joined by Phil Smith on drums. A full scale tour of the UK, Europe & Canada is currently being booked for the release.
Paradigm
Kyshera Lyrics
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The real politics of man
From the Empire to the San
Humanity is ruled by gangs
How many differences
Can you see when you scratch the surface
In the rule of crime & the rule of law
And pay your protection to Tax man in return
For token gestures that service the lie
Don't cause no tension or Police man footsoldier
Show who’s defence they really provide
And if you choose, its from the few trustable
To nurture the rule, from whom they’re corruptible
Every Military & institution
Industry & Corporation
Secret society & justice system
Is a self advancing organism
If you want to understand
The emancipation of man
Learn by your oppressors hand
That power lies with the strongest gang
Black market crackdown is market monopoly
Illegality serves its maker
Turf expansion in Foreign policy
There’s no question that violence cannot answer
Like Selfish genes, build a body
Bodies build Fraternities
And the manoeuvres of entangled interests
Is how the world is run no less
Every society in every nation
Monarchy & Religion
Democracy & Revolution
Is a self advancing organism
If you want to understand
To gain true comprehension
The real politics of man
The true dynamics of human politics
From the Empire to the San
From powerful nations to local groups
Humanity is ruled by gangs
Gangs govern the world
How many differences
The numerous disparities
Can you see when you scratch the surface
Are visible upon closer examination
In the rule of crime & the rule of law
In both illegal and legal systems
Just see your rulers as a gang, nothing more
View your leaders as just another gang
And pay your protection to Tax man in return
Compensate the government for their services
For token gestures that service the lie
For insincere actions that maintain falsehood
Don't cause no tension or Police man footsoldier
Avoid conflicts with law enforcement
Show who’s defence they really provide
Unveil their true allegiances
And if you choose, its from the few trustable
And if you select, it is from the limited reliable
To nurture the rule, from whom they’re corruptible
To foster control, even if susceptible to corruption
Every Military & institution
Every armed force and organization
Industry & Corporation
Business and companies
Secret society & justice system
Clan of secrecy and legal system
Is a self advancing organism
Operates as a self-propelling entity
If you want to understand
To truly comprehend
The emancipation of man
The liberation of humanity
Learn by your oppressors hand
Observe the actions of those who oppress
That power lies with the strongest gang
That dominance rests with the most powerful group
Black market crackdown is market monopoly
Suppressing illegal activities secures control
Illegality serves its maker
Engaging in unlawful actions benefits the perpetrator
Turf expansion in Foreign policy
Expanding influence through international politics
There’s no question that violence cannot answer
Violence cannot solve all problems
Like Selfish genes, build a body
Similar to genes, constructing a structure
Bodies build Fraternities
Structures form interconnected organizations
And the manoeuvres of entangled interests
The strategic actions of interconnected agendas
Is how the world is run no less
Determine how the world operates
Every society in every nation
All societies in all countries
Monarchy & Religion
Kingdoms and faith
Democracy & Revolution
Democratic systems and uprisings
Is a self advancing organism
Progresses as a self-sustaining entity
Lyrics © Konic Records, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: James Kennedy
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Andressa Rangel Bundy
Great song. Keep Rocking guys!!!!!!!!!! SOUNDGARDEN´S INFLUENCE ALWAYS .