Demonophonic Blues [Enhanced] [Explicit Lyrics]

About the Artist
Demonophonic…

The sound of demons, of something that’s been possessed. Never heard the phrase before? Won’t matter; the first time you hear Tony C, you’ll know. You’ll just know.

This guy’s possessed all right, though the spirits we’re talking about could just as easily be the stuff stirred up by his favorite bartender at the local pub -- demonophonic tonic, with more than a splash of the good stuff. Any and every instrument fits in his hands like it was born there.

Maybe you’ve been to upstate New York. Probably took at least a dip through the deep South. That’s Tony’s path; his story. A whiff of the Mississippi Delta, cold-filtered by way of the sticks north of NYC. Tony’s been there, lived there, of there. Twenty seven years of good, hard life, with an approving nod from the spirits of those who came before, who went to the crossroads and shook the devil to his very soul. As Tony puts it in his song "Who I Are," "Disembodied voice, disenfranchised mind laying down rhymes transcending time. Cause I fought the demons and I wear the scars and who I am is who I are." Ask about his influences and he’ll tell you that his father gave him G, C, and D chords at 9 and bought him an Elvis book at 10. Ask him why he has not quit smoking (Lucky Strikes, unfiltered) and he’ll tell you that his grandfather taught him that, "quitters never win."

Demonophonic Blues…

Thirteen songs, ranging from the funk & rock driven single "Little Bit More" to the old school ballad "No Pain," complete with the kind of guitar licks that B.B. King’s main squeeze Lucille might have spit out at you. But the real kicker is the cover of the Beastie Boys anthem, "Fight For Your Right". After hearing the Truth’s live version, complete with harmonica breakdown, you realize there ain’t nothing left to do with that number except retire it. Every track was recorded entirely at Tony’s "compound:" a couple of trailers and an old barn that now, thanks to Lava, houses some of the most sophisticated recording equipment known to man. And yet Tony held back on the studio tricks in favor a more live-sounding set that runs the gamut from rock and funk to hip-hop and dirty blues -- all tied together by that signature, husky, jaw-dropping voice.

"The Truth?" They may follow Tony’s name on the album, but they’re far from an afterthought; they’re the antennae that channel Tony C.’s demonophonic soul into this world. Roll call goes something like this: Patrick Halley on rhythm guitar, Jason Moscartolo on lead guitar, John Harvey on bass, Tobias Ralph on drums, and, mixing it all up on the boards is the alias otherwise known as DJ Prestige.

That about does it. So pull up a stool, knock back a shot and settle in for the stripped-down lowdown, the real deal. The Truth.

Welcome to Demonophonic Blues.

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Demonophonic Blues [Enhanced] [Explicit Lyrics]

Average customer rating: incredible sound Fresh, exhilarating blues-rock. Wow! Tony C & the Truth ROCKS! One of the best new rock acts out there. simply amazing

Demonophonic Blues Tony C. and The Truth Manufacturer: Lava ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Blues Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Gasoline Because of the Times ASIN: B0001BS4QU Release Date: 2004-05-25

Tracks:

1. Who I Are
2. Good Lookin' Out
3. Little Bit More
4. Weight of the World
5. Ball and Chain
6. Someday
7. Got It Made
8. One 4 The Road
9. No Pain
10. Gravity
11. Medusa
12. Round & Round
13. Fight For Your Right (To Party)

Customer Reviews:

incredible sound.......2007-07-09

A phenomenal blend of influences. The heart of southern blues mixed with the raw punch of the city, topped off with a voice carved from granite. The lyrics invite you to just be one of the guys, and the beats leave your calf sore from tapping your foot right along. The best album I've purchased in a long time.

Fresh, exhilarating blues-rock. Wow!.......2006-03-30

some stats: Demonophonic Blues (2005) 13 tracks TT= 50:26

Great blooze-rock mixed with interesting electronic touches including samples, intermitant rap-like mantras, accelerated and amplified blooze choogles.

This is a fun cd, at it's heart is the spirit of, say, 'The J. Geils Band'(frm the 70's)...but this is the 21st century and the powerhouse performance has a hard-core edge that blows that 'ol comparison away.

Tony C has a voice that is very deep and "warm" like Isaac Hayes, however when you couple that with some blistering power chord rave-ups of guitar driven blues-rock; add throughout inventive wordplay as well as some shout-outs and sing-a-long lyrics...well, you got a party groove that is streetwise and razor sharp.

When the cd fully kicks in about mid-way you realize that Tony C & the Truth have got their fist around a sound that really works. A terrific cd. Recommended!

Tony C & the Truth ROCKS!.......2005-08-02

I was really surprised when heard this album. The songs are bluesy, rockin' and different from anything else out there. I like almost every song on the album. These guys are totally underrated!

One of the best new rock acts out there........2005-04-15

I'm a singer/guitarist in a rock and roll band, and while I've pretty much given up on rock radio playing anything new that's worth a crap (something besides Godsmack, Linkin Park, ewwwww...) I do get introduced to a lot of new bands when we go on the road, either by seeing them, playing on the same bill with them, or someone in another band giving me the good word on them. The latter is how I was told about Tony C and the Truth. I got to talking with a drumer in another band and we both agreed that we were pretty much fed up with the direction rock radio seemed to be going (at least in our homestate of Colorado, where the new rock radio stations seem to have a playlist that consists of maybe five different bands, all of which pretty much suck horribly), and how nice it was when we actually heard a new band playing real rock music. He told me about this great hard-rock-blues band outta New York called Tony C And The Truth. Trusting this dude's judgement I bought the CD as soon as I could find a copy.

This guy Tony is a much needed shot of good surly charisma that rock music has been long overdue for. His uber-rasp vocals, delivered with the street-wisdom and finesse of some the greatest in blues, coat the endless barrage of infectious hooks that are this debut album. The DJing that I would normally have found irritating is perfectly in place, the ballads aren't wussy, and the rockers are just plain ol' dirty fun.

If you still like good rock n' roll with a hefty helping of blues, funk, and urban grit this is a very sound purchase.

simply amazing.......2004-12-26

I was skeptical of buying this album at first so i threw it on my christmas list just incase someone wanted to buy me a cd, and i ended up getting it, and i must say it is the MOST AMAZING ALBUM, i only wish i would have bought it earlier. The band's rock/blues tone is amazing, and even the single,"little bit more", (which some may argue is overplayed) i think is completely amazing. If you do not own this album and you are considering buying it, DEFINATELY GO FOR IT, believe me you will not regret it!!!!

Average customer rating: Tony C. & the Truth the Real Deal! My Favorite album of 2004!

Demonophonic Blues Tony C. and The Truth Manufacturer: Lava ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Blues Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music ASIN: B0001BS4RO Release Date: 2004-05-25

Tracks:

1. Who I Are
2. Good Lookin' Out
3. Little Bit More
4. Weight of the World
5. Ball and Chain
6. Someday
7. Got It Made
8. One 4 The Road
9. No Pain
10. Gravity
11. Medusa
12. Round & Round
13. Fight For Your Right (To Party)

Customer Reviews:

Tony C. & the Truth the Real Deal!.......2006-05-20

Sometimes when I look at other people's review to decide if I want to buy a CD or not I get burned! Of course, I try to research the music in as many sites as possible starting with AMG, Tower Records, and last but not least Amazon. I value the opinion of the reviewers sometimes as much as the so called professional reviewers. I am always looking for the average stars and for the description of certain aspects of the artist (s). I picked up some [...] along the way and it burns my buns that some people would have the nerve to say wonderful things about a band that basically sucks! Let me just say the Tony C. & the Truth are the real deal! I do not know where this guy has been hiding but just one listen and I was Happy as a Clam in cold water! Tony C., has style, a powerful sound and his lyrics are not the baby baby, I'm so emotional I could die type (not that there is anything wrong with sentivity as long as its accompanied by powerful creative force!). For the few that reviewed Tony C., & the Truth on this site I thank you now for I might forget later. No Baloney, this guy is the real deal and you would be hard pressed to find many complaints about this CD. Now, I do not mind honesty, harsh criticism and insightful opinions! Who am I? An avid music listener in constant search for music above average and Tony C., & the Truth are a welcome part of my, and believe me, anyone's collection. There, I said it, now what?! 4.5 Stars for Tony C., and the Truth

My Favorite album of 2004!.......2004-06-07

After hearing the single "Little Bit More" on the local radio station a couple months ago, I spent time trying to locate more from this group. I was able to sample the CD on Amazon and loved what I'd heard. So, I bought tickts to a show they were playing in DC and LOVED it. Tony C & The Truth live are tight. The CD is amazing, and the live show only gets better.
The entire band is laid-back and down to earth. Tony and the guys signed numerous autographs (and body parts) and maintained their sense of humor.
Tony's voice is enough to make women melt, his lyrics are great, and the music amazing. A bit of blues, lots of rock, some great tracks laid down by DJ Prestige and you have an album that has stayed in my CD player for a week straight. I've been recommending it to everyone!

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