Mindset Evolution
| Mindset Evolution | |
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 Mindset Evolution at Rocklahoma | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Peoria, Illinois, United States |
| Genres | Rock, active rock, alternative rock |
| Years active | 2005–present |
| Labels | Prospect Park |
| Associated acts | Avenged Sevenfold, Pop Evil, P.O.D., Papa Roach |
| Members |
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Mindset Evolution (sometimes shortened to [ME] or Mindset) is an American alternative rock band from Peoria, Illinois founded in 2005. The group released 3 albums independently prior to the success of the self-titled 2012 EP that gained the attention of Prospect Park who signed the band that year.[1] In 2013 they released their first national effort Brave Bold & Broken. The current members are Rob Ulrich (Vocals), Josh Bodeen (Bass, backup vocals), Skyler Baer (Guitar) and Aaron Birdsalli (Drums)
History
Formed originally by vocalist Rob Ulrich and bassist Josh Bodeen as an acoustic cover band, they later recruited a full band and started writing songs. In the Midwest tour circuit, they won the 2011 Rockstar Uproar Festival Battle of the Bands. They gained national traction as they secured a slot on the 2012 Uproar Festival.[2]
Brave Bold & Broken
Mindset began their tour cycle for Brave Bold & Broken at Rock on the Range.[3] They performed as support for label-mates Korn's Reunion Tour with Head, followed by several dates with Buckcherry and an appearance at Rocklahoma. "Burn It Down" was the band's first success at active rock radio, first taking off on Octane (Sirius XM)'s Big Un's countdown, then breaking on to spend 7 weeks on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart peaking at 30.[4] They spent the summer touring with Fight or Flight followed by a 2-week West Coast run of festivals with Avenged Sevenfold, Korn and Volbeat.[5][6][7] They finished up 2013 with Gemini Syndrome, and Starset. They are currently finishing preproduction for a disc to be released summer of 2015.
Members
Current
- Rob Ulrich (Vocals 2005–present)
- Josh Bodeen (Bass, Backup Vocals 2005–present)
- Skyler Baer (Guitar 2011–present)
Past
- Aaron Birdsalli ( Drums 2015- 2015)
- Joey Gibbs ( Drums 2011- 2015)
- Brad Prentice (Guitar, Backup Vocals 2006-2014)
- Josh Blue (Drums 2005-2011)
- Tim Chapai (Guitar2008-2010)
Discography
Studio albums
- 39 Miles West of Normal (Independent 2006)
- Taking Back Today (Independent 2009)
- Prelude (Independent 2011)
- Brave Bold & Broken (Prospect Park 2013)
Extended plays
- Self Title EP (Independent 2012)
Singles
| Title | Year | Peak Chart Position US Main. | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Burn It Down" | 2014 | 30 | Brave Bold & Broken |
References
- ↑ "Jeff Kwatinetz Making Changes at the Prospect Park Record Label AUDIO KORNER". Audiokorner.com. 2012-10-08. Retrieved 2015-04-16.
- ↑ "Mindset Evolution Talk UPROAR and “Battle of the Bands” | Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival". Rockstaruproar.com. 2012-08-23. Retrieved 2015-04-16.
- ↑ "Interview: Mindset Evolution". Rockrevoltmagazine.com. Retrieved 2015-04-16.
- ↑ "Mindset Evolution - Chart history". Billboard. Retrieved 2015-04-16.
- ↑ Crafton, Crash. "Mindset Evolution singer Rob Ulrich talks about upcoming album, tourdates with Fight Or Flight, Avenged Sevenfold and more". Legendary Rock Interviews. Retrieved 2015-04-16.
- ↑ https://web.archive.org/20141224140655/http://operationkickassfest.com/day-1/. Archived from the original on December 24, 2014. Retrieved February 21, 2015. Missing or empty
|title=(help) - ↑ "Revolt On The Rio Grande: 2-Day Pass « Isleta Amphitheater". Isletaamphitheater.net. Retrieved 2015-04-16.