For hard rock fans, you may find this spotlight a Poynte of interest. OK, forget the lame joke; we have an amazing band for you. Years ago, we went to see Drowning Pool live and got there early. We're glad we did because we got to witness Poynte's performance. It was full of passion, yet their heavy guitar riffs were like a teeth shattering kick to the mouth. Years later, their January 2012 EP “One More Day” shows the same passion and power as that live show we were lucky to see. For example, their song “Forever” has beautiful yet somewhat bleak lyrics surrounded by a tornado of earthshaking bass, drums, and guitar. Also, if you like a band with solos (and who doesn’t), then there are plenty to be heard in their tracks. Originally, the band came up with their name as a play-on acronym. POYNTE: Persons Of Young Nature Torturing the Elderly, but we don’t know if they kept the acronym idea anymore. As mentioned in their bio, Poynte’s shared the stage with bands that include 10 Years, Drowning Pool, Saliva, Pop Evil, Taproot, Fuel, and many more. As you would expect, if you like those bands, then Poynte is one to add to the collection.

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POYNTE was formed in early 2007. Band members Matt Bryant, Chris Nichols, Jeremy Dok, Bryan Poss, Kenny Hathorne have all been part of the Atlanta music scene for over 15 years. Their hard work and dedication to making great music is beginning to pay off. For the last three years, the hard rock band has left audiences speechless across Georgia with their tremendous energy and their proven ability to entertain audiences of all ages. POYNTE writes music that is a solid mix of individual influences that uniquely combine to provide driving rhythms, solid bass lines, and rocking guitars, all topped off with melodic vocals and harmonies. The band is without a doubt on the industry radar and creating a buzz across the world. POYNTE has shared the stage with such artists as: (SALIVA, DROWNING POOL, FUEL, TAPROOT, FLAW, SHAMANS HARVEST, POPEVIL and the legendary PARLIAMENT FUNKIDELIC) as well as members of: (RATT, LA GUNS, PUDDLE OF MUDD, ALICE COOPER, and GUNS AND ROSES)

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Audio Overkill: This is a mix for rock fans that like
their music to be on the heavy side.
All of the songs are like a hard punch to the mouth.

Album: Down In Deep

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Album: ill EP

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The music says more about us than we ever could.
We’re based in Atlanta, GA. We’ve played together for five years.
We signed to a major label as part of another band and found the experience restrictive and uninspiring. We opted out. Now we do what we want.
Black Sabbath, Ray Charles, and The Stooges taught us that heartache is give n’ take. It’s all the blues, it’s all the blues.
This is ill.

Ryan Waters - guitar/vocals
Marlon Patton - drums
Damion Goodpaster - keyboard/vocals

I had a chance to meet Max years ago. We both talked about our love for music, our favorite bands, etc. He also told me about his passion for the guitar. Fast forward to today. We are blessed to hear Max absolutely dominate the strings. To be honest, I’m nothing short of amazed by his ability to manhandle a guitar. Some of his songs have a cool mellow feel while others melt your face clean off. If your a fan of Buckethead, then Max Eve is right down your alley. Max has just released his first album, “Vertigo.” Feel free to listen to it right here, or you can purchase this fantastic work of art on iTunes. My personal favorite is “Built And Broken.” Just like all of his songs, It’s layered with multiple guitar riffs that are equally hard as they are melodic. Keep your eye on this one. His music is not to be unheard.

Album: Vertigo

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I'm an instrumental guitarist from Atlanta, Ga who tries to explore a concept of melodic storytelling; with music, not with words. I have always been fascinated by music's many faces and draw my influences from a WIDE range of genres. I love experimenting with combining these different music styles in ways that surprise and entice the listener, but most importantly connect with them. I am currently playing solo but do not oppose the idea of playing with a band some day; I've only just embarked on my musical journey.
I have immense gratidtude for anyone reading this and supporting my music, thanks for listening!

Damn, this is a great band. They play some awesome hard rock that has real soul in every song. The vocals have a post grunge feel while the guitar has a classic heavy metal sound. Also, the groovy, funky bass riffs make you want to get up and dance. And you can’t forget that every song has an ass kicking guitar solo. All four guys are extremely talented, and I can honestly say that all seven songs on their debut album are nothing short of spectacular.

Album: Black Queen Speaks

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Formed in Houston, TX but hailing from across the country, Black Queen Speaks came together for a common love of the almighty groove. Their sound is an amalgamation of blues, hard rock, grunge, 70’s funk, dance, and soul peppered with flourishes of 90’s hip hop. In short, Black Queen Speaks can best be described as if Jane’s Addiction and SoundGarden got their asses kicked by James Brown.