The Commuters are:
Zeeshan Zaidi – Vocals, Guitar, Piano
Uri Djem… Read Full Bio ↴The Commuters are:
Zeeshan Zaidi – Vocals, Guitar, Piano
Uri Djemal – Guitar
Ben Zwerin – Bass
Paul Amorese – Drums
The Commuters might hail from New York, but their kinetic, personally revealing anthems capture an alt-rock essence that aspires toward worldwide appeal. Right from the outset of their debut LP, Rescue (mastered by White Stripes/Ryan Adams collaborator Fred Kevorkian), its signature attributes are front and center. Album opener and lead single, “As I Make My Way,” has it all: an unforgettable hook, huge guitars that ring and echo and a grounded rhythm section that anchors the track’s precise tension. Elsewhere on Rescue, you can hear the New York foursome’s density of influence on tracks like “Hope to Be,” which teems with traces of Peter Gabriel’s work with Daniel Lanois, while the delicate bite of Automatic/Monster-era R.E.M. is evident in the title track’s feedback thrust and circa-Bends Radiohead gets channeled via the poised, melodic moodiness of album standout “Fallen from Grace.” And what ties all this together are the Commuters’ poignant lyrics, which eschew cryptic sermonizing, focusing instead on transparently human experiences and emotions.
Such richness and diversity on an inaugural release is no happenstance. As their name suggests, the Commuters have traveled through a lifetime of musical influences, but it’s their own personal global journeys that have guided the foursome to something universal but prevailingly intimate. Before forming the Commuters in 2010, Canadian-born, Philippines-raised frontman Zeeshan Zaidi (whose parents were born in Pakistan and India) spent many years in the music industry. His early accomplishments included producing Grammy-nominated artist Ryan Leslie’s first demo, and he subsequently worked in the marketing departments of major labels in New York helping to develop the careers of other versatile artists, including OutKast and Cee Lo Green. During this time, Zaidi was also honing his craft as a singer, songwriter and musician, performing around New York’s open mic circuit. When the time arrived to put his own abilities as a performer front and center, he immediately shared a dozen demos of his songs with childhood friend, New York-based producer and soon-to-be Commuters guitarist Uri Djemal, who was also raised in the Philippines (by parents of Israeli and American descent). The two got to work co-producing the album at Djemal’s Madpan Studios in Manhattan, where he had produced many well-known artists in New York’s indie-rock scene. Says Zaidi: “Uri’s studio was a few blocks from my apartment and he was telling me for years to come work on my songs there. One day — when I knew it was time — I just walked over and we started.”
Soon, they were joined by Djemal’s previous collaborator, French-raised Ben Zwerin on bass and Italian-American upstate New York native Paul Amorese behind the drums, solidifying the current lineup. Zwerin, the son of an American rock critic and Jazz trombonist based in Paris, had previously played and toured extensively with many renowned world and jazz musicians. Amorese had been playing professionally since the age of 14, performing in numerous bands throughout New York City and state. The material that would become Rescue had firmly connected with its improbable shepherds.
Having established themselves at noted hometown venues in Manhattan and Brooklyn, including Arlene’s Grocery, Fontana’s and Spike Hill, and received blog acclaim in the U.S. and abroad, the Commuters are eager to build their US presence and also extend their experiences outward to an international audience. As Zaidi explains, the already-dynamic tracks on Rescue “sound energetic and alive” on stage. “We love creating songs in the studio but performing them for live audiences is even more exciting,” he continues. “A lot of our online fans in different countries ask when we’re going to play in their hometowns – and we want to make it to all those places.”
And while every band aims to last, the Commuters’ unique combination of its members’ personal histories and creative backgrounds leading up to this moment foreshadows a longer and brighter future than most. “Our hope and our goal is to be around for as long as possible,” says Zaidi. We want to build this over time — the first album is just the start.”
Zeeshan Zaidi – Vocals, Guitar, Piano
Uri Djem… Read Full Bio ↴The Commuters are:
Zeeshan Zaidi – Vocals, Guitar, Piano
Uri Djemal – Guitar
Ben Zwerin – Bass
Paul Amorese – Drums
The Commuters might hail from New York, but their kinetic, personally revealing anthems capture an alt-rock essence that aspires toward worldwide appeal. Right from the outset of their debut LP, Rescue (mastered by White Stripes/Ryan Adams collaborator Fred Kevorkian), its signature attributes are front and center. Album opener and lead single, “As I Make My Way,” has it all: an unforgettable hook, huge guitars that ring and echo and a grounded rhythm section that anchors the track’s precise tension. Elsewhere on Rescue, you can hear the New York foursome’s density of influence on tracks like “Hope to Be,” which teems with traces of Peter Gabriel’s work with Daniel Lanois, while the delicate bite of Automatic/Monster-era R.E.M. is evident in the title track’s feedback thrust and circa-Bends Radiohead gets channeled via the poised, melodic moodiness of album standout “Fallen from Grace.” And what ties all this together are the Commuters’ poignant lyrics, which eschew cryptic sermonizing, focusing instead on transparently human experiences and emotions.
Such richness and diversity on an inaugural release is no happenstance. As their name suggests, the Commuters have traveled through a lifetime of musical influences, but it’s their own personal global journeys that have guided the foursome to something universal but prevailingly intimate. Before forming the Commuters in 2010, Canadian-born, Philippines-raised frontman Zeeshan Zaidi (whose parents were born in Pakistan and India) spent many years in the music industry. His early accomplishments included producing Grammy-nominated artist Ryan Leslie’s first demo, and he subsequently worked in the marketing departments of major labels in New York helping to develop the careers of other versatile artists, including OutKast and Cee Lo Green. During this time, Zaidi was also honing his craft as a singer, songwriter and musician, performing around New York’s open mic circuit. When the time arrived to put his own abilities as a performer front and center, he immediately shared a dozen demos of his songs with childhood friend, New York-based producer and soon-to-be Commuters guitarist Uri Djemal, who was also raised in the Philippines (by parents of Israeli and American descent). The two got to work co-producing the album at Djemal’s Madpan Studios in Manhattan, where he had produced many well-known artists in New York’s indie-rock scene. Says Zaidi: “Uri’s studio was a few blocks from my apartment and he was telling me for years to come work on my songs there. One day — when I knew it was time — I just walked over and we started.”
Soon, they were joined by Djemal’s previous collaborator, French-raised Ben Zwerin on bass and Italian-American upstate New York native Paul Amorese behind the drums, solidifying the current lineup. Zwerin, the son of an American rock critic and Jazz trombonist based in Paris, had previously played and toured extensively with many renowned world and jazz musicians. Amorese had been playing professionally since the age of 14, performing in numerous bands throughout New York City and state. The material that would become Rescue had firmly connected with its improbable shepherds.
Having established themselves at noted hometown venues in Manhattan and Brooklyn, including Arlene’s Grocery, Fontana’s and Spike Hill, and received blog acclaim in the U.S. and abroad, the Commuters are eager to build their US presence and also extend their experiences outward to an international audience. As Zaidi explains, the already-dynamic tracks on Rescue “sound energetic and alive” on stage. “We love creating songs in the studio but performing them for live audiences is even more exciting,” he continues. “A lot of our online fans in different countries ask when we’re going to play in their hometowns – and we want to make it to all those places.”
And while every band aims to last, the Commuters’ unique combination of its members’ personal histories and creative backgrounds leading up to this moment foreshadows a longer and brighter future than most. “Our hope and our goal is to be around for as long as possible,” says Zaidi. We want to build this over time — the first album is just the start.”
Fallen From Grace
The Commuters Lyrics
We have lyrics for 'Fallen From Grace' by these artists:
A1 Fallen From Grace Is Anybody there? I come up for air Feels…
Amebix The wind of change transformed the plains into the desert An…
Bloodbound (T. Olsson / F. Bergh) If you lose your faith in…
Blue Rodeo Well the sun won't ever shine Not like it used to…
Caitlin Nicol-Thomas Crumbling societies Soiled by the human hand Once is never e…
Crystal Ball [Music: Sweeney / Leach, Lyrics: Sweeney] Legions of dark…
Destination's Calling Tell me all about your own dreams. They'd been flying away…
Edenbridge What if I was born to love? Is hate another part…
Heart I pray for the love That`s fallen from grace The tears left…
Mark Read Is Anybody there? I come up for air Feels like I'm…
Mark Scott I pray for the love That`s fallen from grace The tears lef…
Massive Ego back in the eighties you ruled supreme a one hit wonder …
My Darkest Hate bitter dreams of innocence seven visions in deep red jud…
RuudAwakening Every now and then I have remorse every now and…
Scott Mark Lee I pray for the love That`s fallen from grace The tears lef…
Speckmann Project You tarnished the ones that once fed you You slithered acro…
The Heart I pray for the love That`s fallen from grace The tears left…
To-Mera Anxiety embraced my days again Trapped by your voice I've l…
We have lyrics for these tracks by The Commuters:
As I Make My Way I'm seeing light from the other side of morning Reflected li…
Great Escape I'm arrested by your gaze Can't let the picture slip away Le…
Hope To Be You know I've never heard you say a word about…
Lines On Your Hands I see the riches that you will amass And fill your…
Rescue I drifted out as far as I could be Found myself…
Take a Step Back Have you been crying out for help And hearing your echo,…
You'll Stay Right Here I never thought I would face this day So afraid of…
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@thecommuters
Thanks so much! Really appreciate your positive words! -- Zeeshan
@tareqal-shourafa4847
The pleasure is all mine , & , i already did . Great Album . I love it , & , I already have it on my Mp3
@thecommuters
Thanks so much! Really appreciate the support. Did you get the chance to download our album for free from our website? cheers, Zeeshan
@ooberchoco1
i think theyve done pretty darn good for a first album.
@thecommuters
Thanks so much Yongho! You can download our full album for free at thecommuters. com Cheers, @ZeeshanZaidi
@thecommuters
You're completely right and I apologize for the delayed response. I've been checking and responding to comments on Facebook and Twitter regularly but completely been neglecting Youtube. I appreciate your pointing this out to me, now I'll be more up to date on YT as well. By the way, I checked out your page and really like your taste in music. Thanks for your support! -- Zeeshan
@KuMei04
I think you are right, but since they are pretty new at this kind of fan/band thing, I suppose I'd give them a chance. Just send them a message or more exactly send him : Zeeshan Zaidi, a message since he's the frontman of this band to tell them that interest into fans is one of the major things into making a band famous. I know I will!
@thecommuters
Shukran Tareq! You can download our full album for free at thecommuters. com Cheers, @ZeeshanZaidi
@telsah1
I like your music. Its really really good. Thanks for contacting me.
@thecommuters
Thanks a lot!You can download our full album for free at thecommuters. com Cheers, @ZeeshanZaidi