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BAND HISTORY Times New Romance emerges from two previous incarnations called Mona Lisa Overdrive (2003-2004) and Element 36 (2004-2006) with Michael being the longest-serving member. In 2004 Walter joins on the drums, followed by Chris M. on the second guitar. A period of productivity ensues and culminates in the first live appearance of Element 36 in October 2005. Despite frequent changes in the bass department over the years, the triad of Michael, Walter and Chris has remained constant from 2004 onwards. |
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February 2006 marks a turning point when Anita is taken onboard as the new woman at the front. After only two weeks of readjustment, the band appears publicly at Local Heroes 2006 with Anita on the mic. This is also the last concert under the name of Element 36. Since the style changes significantly, the need for a new name arises, and so Times New Romance is born. Lyrics are in English exclusively, old Element 36 songs are either abandoned or revamped. New songs that show a darker and heavier orientation start taking form. A self-titled demo is recorded over summer. In autumn of 2006 the band presents itself at the Austrian Band Contest and proceeds to the quarter finals. |
| 2007 brings change as well with the addition of Chris K. (formerly Visions of Atlantis), who fills both the bassist and the keys position, also bringing in his experience as producer. The band starts reworking their set, enhancing songs, evermore defining their style. A highlight of 2007 certainly is the participation in the Fusch Rockfest, located in the National Park Hohe Tauern, in front of several hundred people. |
| In 2008 Ernst comes aboard as the new bassist, bringing with him new energy and groove. There are also changes in the vocals department: The band parts with Anita and shortly afterwards welcomes Bettina. In summer Times New Romance play their first outdoor gig at a beautiful medieval castle in the Austrian countryside. Autumn holds frequent concerts and unfortunately also the departure of Bettina. |
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Our greetings and thanks go to those who are also part of the band's
history! Vocals: Julia Z. (2003-2005), with guest appearances in 2006; Anita W. (2006-2008); Bettina K. (2008) Bass: Emi R. (2003-2004), Mili B. (2004-2005), Jana V. (2005-2006), Phil R. (2006), Chris K. (2007) Keys/Synth: Andrea S. (2003-2004), Michael D. (2004), Chris K. (2007) |
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