MySpace
myspace music my music  featured playlists  top artists  music videos  karaoke  shows  forums 


MySpace.com | rss | sign in
Fall of Eden



Last Updated: 10/30/2009

Send Message
Instant Message
Email to a Friend
Subscribe

Status: Single
City: Downers Grove/Woodridge/Dekalb
State: Illinois
Country: US
Signup Date: 2/12/2005

Blog Archive
[Older      Newer]
 /  / 
Tuesday, October 23, 2007 


Here is the list of shows we have played before, I know I am missing some, if you know of the ones I'm missing let me know:

3/22/03 Woodridge, IL @ Brunswick Zone
3/29/03 Woodridge, IL @ Brunswick Zone
12/28/03 Chicago, il @ Joe's Sports Bar
2/21/04 Chicago, IL @ Congress Theater
9/29/04 Downers Grove, IL @ Downers Grove North High School
10/29/04 @ Woodridge, IL @ Village IV
11/7/04 Downers Grove, IL @ North Beach
11/12/04 Oak Lawn, Il @ Oak Lawn Ice Arena
12/5/04 Glendale Heights, IL @ 602 North
1/24/04 Downers Grove, IL @ North Beach
2/12/05 Wheaton, IL @ Wheaton Grand Theater
3/18/05 Willowbrook, IL @ Arabian Knights
4/23/05 Lockport, IL @the Lockport house
5/15/05 Downers grove, il @ North Beach
5/28/05 Woodridge, IL @ Village IV
8/20/05 Downers grove, il @ "miranda-fest"
10/8/05 Chicago, il @ Congress Theater
10/17/05 Oak Forest, IL @ Papa's Pizza
10/23/05 Downers Grove, IL @ North Beach
12/17/05 Chicago, IL @ The Note
12/27/05 Elk Grove, IL @ Elk Grove VFW
12/30/05 Willowbrook, il @ Arabian Knights
1/8/06 Aurora, IL @ The End Zone
3/3/06 Milwaukee, Wi @ The Eagles Club
4/27/06 Chicago, IL @ The Note
6/9/06 davenport, ia @ Lumpy's
6/10/06 st. Cloud, MN @ the red carpet
6/11/06 st. paul, MN @ Station 4
6/23/06 Quincy, MI @ Blingerz
7/15/06 Columbus, OH @ The High Five
11/3/06 Mokena, IL @ Sound Lab
2/9/07 Arlington Heights, IL @ Knights of Columbus
2/23/07 Mokena, IL @ Sound Lab
6/8/07 Arlington HeightS, il @ kNIGHts of Columbus
7/9/07 ABERDEEN, SD @ RED ROOSTER
7/10/07 ST. PAUL, MN @ STATION 4
7/12/07 KANSAS CITY, MO @ EL TORREON
7/14/07 DALLAS, TX @ MAXIMEDIA STUDIOS
7/15/07 ALICE, TX @ DOWNTOWN RIOT
7/17/07 AUSTIN, TX @ HEADHUNTERS
7/19/07 JACKSON, MS @ WC DON'S
7/20/07 MARIETTA, GA @ SWAYZE'S
7/21/07 AUGUSTA, GA @ THE MISSION
7/22/07 BIRMINGHAM, AL @ HIGH NOTE
7/24/07 CHARLESTON, SC @ CUMBERLAND'S....
7/25/07 NEW BERN, NC @ THE SALTY DAWG....
7/26/07 ASHEVILLE, NC @ JOLI ROUGE....
7/27/07 RALEIGH, NC @ DIVEBAR....
7/29/07 TRENTON, NJ @ 449 CLUB....
7/30/07 NEW YORK, NY @ MO PITKIN'S....
8/2/07 BLUEFIELD, WV @ THE ROCK-IT CLUB....
8/3/07 CAPAC, MI @ TIMMY D'S....
8/25/07 Rockford, IL @ the Rock Box
9/28/07 MOKENA, IL @ THE PEARL ROOM
4/4/08 DEKALB, IL @ THE HOUSE
11/15/08 DEKALB, IL @ THE HOUSE



5:47 AM 
0 Comments
(Add Comment) |
Translate
Monday, July 02, 2007 
http://www.armthepit.com inteviewed us, read it below

..>..>
An Interview With Fall Of Eden


Fall of Eden has taken a different road than most Chicago-area bands, staying away from what is pop music. Formed late in 2001, four young teens from Woodridge, IL set out to create a unique and enjoyable musical experience that they are taking on the road again. We met up with Jason and Taylor as they prepare to rock your town.
Arm The Pit For the record, what is your band's name? How did you come up with that name?
Jason Meyer The band is called Fall of Eden.
Taylor Cooper When I thought of the name Fall of Eden, I was thinking of the concept of losing your heaven or paradise.
ATP So who's in the band and what's everyone's life story in 50 words or less?
Jason Taylor Cooper - Guitar and Vocals, Russ Knoebel - Bass and Vocals, Steve Howe - Guitar, Ray Knoebel - Drums, and me, Jason - Guitar; The band stated as a band named Last Standing with Taylor, Russ and I, a couple years after that we got a drummer and another guitarist and became Fall of Eden.
Taylor And our lives are very complex and highly involved with various crimes syndicates around the world, and therefor cannot be discussed.
ATP In a nutshell, please describe your sound.
Jason Basically, its a bled of Celtic-Scandinavian Melodic metal and some hardcore.
Taylor Its our attempt at the Gothenburg Sound, made by In Flames, At The Gates, and Dark Tranquility mixed with more aggressive metal like Amon Amarth, Arch Enemy, and Children of Bodom.
ATP Why did you each of you start playing music and was there a turning point from becoming the dream child that every mother and father hopes their child will become before discovering music? Why did music become a career choice for you?
Jason I started playing back in 4th grade after watching Stevie Ray Vaughn, there are a few turning points in the second year but after that I gave full dedication to it.
Taylor I Started at the age of 8 and quit the same day. Actually began to play guitar when i was in 8th grade after listening to Randy Rhoads solo in one of my classes. My Dad always wanted me to be a musician/bad ass rockstar so I never had any problems with that. Music is, and will always be the greatest thing in my life, and I wont devote my life to anything else but music.
ATP What instruments do you each play? How did you learn to play, self or school?
Jason Me- Guitar/self taught, Taylor- Guitar/some lessons, Steve- Guitar/some lessons, Russ- Bass/self taught, Ray- Drums/some lessons
ATP What bands have influenced each of you?
Jason In Flames, Children of Bodom, At The Gates, Arch Enemy, Amon Amarth, Dimmu Borgir, Iron Maiden, Darkest Hour, and Job for a Cowboy are all big in our band between different members.
ATP What makes your band unique?
Jason Because our sound is not easily compared to others.
Taylor Because we play different styles of metal and are not 100% aggressive 100% of the time.
ATP Do you write your own music? Who writes the music?
Jason Each of us will come up with ideas. Someone may think of a few parts and we will collaborate to fill in the gaps.
ATP What inspires the songs you write?
Jason Emotions, or just working on another band mates riffs... we jam a lot.
Taylor ...and our divine gift of knowing all.
ATP How long does it take you to write a song that's ready to record?
Jason roughly about a week to work though guitars, and drums, then a few more days for vocals, It all comes together in about 2 weeks give or take a few due to busy schedules.
ATP How would you describe your local music scene? Likes, Dislikes. What would you change?
Chicago is more famous recently for its pop-punk
Taylor Most of our fans are located in different states or countries. This area doesn't have too much support in our genre.
ATP What is your favorite local venue? 
Jason We all liked 602 North (RIP) but it closed down
Taylor We like the Arlington Heights Knights of Columbus too.
ATP What's the biggest problem you find when working with other bands, booking agents, promoters and venues when setting up a show or a tour?
Taylor Lack of effort on others part. Also Money, not having enough to rent or get what we need, and always owing money to venues around here.
ATP How experienced are you on the stage? A virgin or whore. 
Jason Were always on our backs.... WHORES, we have been playing as a band for upwards of 4 years.
ATP Most people will never know what it feels like to be on stage in front of a crowd, explain that feeling:
Jason It feels like freedom. Nothing else matters.
Taylor Its like a sexy pajama party and everyone's invited.
ATP Describe your typical stage show performance. Give us a hint into what we might expect at your show and why we should go.
Jason In the words of Borat "very nice" We are energetic, Loud, fun, Loud, have a sense of humor and will play with the crowd, and also LOUD, we turn up to 11.
ATP Tell us about your most memorable gig and why it was so great.
Taylor Congress Theater gig, the whole venue was packed and people were really into us.
ATP Tell us about your worst gig and why it was so bad.
Jason St. Cloud, stupid bar, plus we are underage so the owner ran us out once we finished playing, and the other bands where all cock rock Tommy Lee cover bands.
ATP Tell Us About Your Dream Gig? Who you'd like to play with? Where?
Jason On top of a mountain in the Swiss Alps with Opeth, Dark Tranquility, and Amon Amarth
Taylor At the bottom of a canyon in Norway for a crowd full of vikings and trolls.
ATP Do you believe commercial/mainstream music has had a negative effect on new music? Why or Why Not.
Jason YES! DEATH TO FALSE METAL!
ATP Has the internet really been helpful to your promotion? Why or Why Not.
Jason Yes, it helps more fans find us and they all seem to like what they hear, and our music is out there for millions to hear.
ATP Can you name a few of you favorite places on the web for band promotions?
Taylor Heavycore www.heavycore.org is pretty good for metal
ATP Do you have a website? Tell Us About It.
Jason We used to but the billing was not transferred correctly so we lost it, So now we just use myspace, myspace killed the need for band sites anyways.
ATP Do you have a street team? How do you join your street team?
Taylor No, we for some reason never got around to organizing this
ATP Are you looking to get a record deal? Why or Why Not?
Jason We are currently signed to a small label and are looking to find something else to jump too.
ATP What are your plans for the future? In a year, 5 years.
Taylor BE THE BIGGEST BAND IN THE WORLD, probily touring more and more maybe nonstop for a year or two.
ATP Finally, do have any words on what Arm The Pit means to you?
Jason Do we need to put guns and knives in the mosh pit. IT seems like a cool place to be promoted at and to promote.
ATP Hey guys thanks for taking time to hang with us. Keep us up to date on how the tour's going.
Currently listening:
Deliver Us
By Darkest Hour
Release date: 10 July, 2007
4:05 AM 
0 Comments
(Add Comment) |
Translate
Sunday, February 25, 2007 

Category: Music
LOUDSIDE.COM REVIEW OF "DAWN OF A NEW AGE"
BY: ANTHONY
This sounds like Children Of Bodom, Three Mile Scream, and a number of other bands that Fall Of Eden note as influences. There is also a definite Iron Maiden feel to their underlying driving rhythms, and the fact that they have three guitarists....well, that simply leads to the assumption that, chances are, Maiden is a huge influence. The lead guitar work is extremely well executed, and once again brings to mind Iron Maiden, as well as numerous swedish melodic death metal bands.
Vocally, the band exhibits a good range, from blackened screams to solid cleans and a few death growls thrown in here and there for good meausre. But it's easy to see that the main emphasis of their songwriting is to focus on the music. From death to black to modern thrash, they cover the bases pretty well. Middle Eastern sounds show up as well, and their acoustic interludes and full on "acoustrumental" tracks are downright amazing!!
The band steps things up a notch after the halfway point of the album, with less of a Bodom feel to them, and leaning more toward the likes of Into Eternity. There's more complexity to the song structures, and the instrumentation is more technical as well. 'Dawn Of A New Age' is the type of album that you would expect to hear from a band that's ten times more seasoned than Fall Of Eden. It's a wonder that a worthwhile label hasn't snatched these guys up yet........
Bottom Line:
Fall Of Eden are definitely putting out some high quality metal here, and it's rather unfortunate that bands of a lesser caliber get signed all the time, while bands like this get left by the wayside because they're not "commercial" enough. Ultimately, it's more respectable to stick to your guns than to change up for the sake of sales. And while there may not be tons of money in maintaining artistic integrity, it definitely does help to separates the worthless piece of shit bands who are only out to make a buck from the artists/bands who are true to themselves and do it for the sake of the music and what it means to them.
If you're a fan of any kind of tech. metal, or if you just like to hear some extremely well crafted metal, Fall Of Eden deserves your time and attention..

*************************************
ADRENALIN FANZINE REVIEW OF "DAWN OF A NEW AGE"
BY: TAYLOR
Fall Of Eden has no shortness of melody and catchy integrated riffs to latch onto. In their biography they reference Iron Maiden, which I can see in their guitar phrasing, but I can see a stronger comparison to melodic death metal bands, Ablaze My Sorrow, old- Dark Tranquillity, and Sins Of Omission.
This Chicago based band has talent and strong musicianship, but it is shrouded by a poorly recorded album that leaves Fall Of Eden a little behind of their full potential.
This recording makes for a good demo, I hope though that Fall Of Eden takes the extra time and money to enter a quality studio to fill out their sound some more. I can't wait to hear more from this band, if they keep at it they will get the recognition they are looking for.

*************************************
BRUTALISM.COM REVIEW OF "DAWN OF A NEW AGE"
BY: Rick Hawkins
"Dawn Of A New Age" is the debut full length from Fall Of Eden, who actual fell from the Second City. Chicago Illinois. Very enjoyable release for these young upstarts. Influences such as Iron Maiden, Amon Amarath, and Mastadon can be heard through out this release. Harmonizing guitars, rhythmic, hard hitting drumming that keeps the songs going, a harsh, abusive vocal style, and to top it off...A group of musicians who paid more attention to writing catchy, exceptionally structured songs rather than grinding at a million miles an hour. Everyone keep an eye and ear out for Fall Of Eden. We will hear from them again on the next platue of there carrier.

*************************************
THE TLP SHOW [RADIO] REVIEW OF "DAWN OF A NEW AGE"
"Fall of Eden, Dawn of a New Age: When epic metal meets brutal hardcore." - Leo Cain
Songs for Rotational Consideration on the Brutal Backhand:
1. Crown of Thorns
2. Waste of Life

*************************************
WORMWOOD CHRONICLES REVIEW OF "DAWN OF A NEW AGE"
BY: DR. MALITY
Looking at the picture of Fall of Eden, I started to uncontrollably convulse, as they look more emo than emo and sport some of the most unfortunate attempts at facial hair I've ever seen. However, I think they would be better off wearing chainmail and helmets, as "Dawn of A New Age" is full of true medieval feeling. And no, I don't think it's that fake "ironic" shit, either...they seem to really be into what they're doing.
Youthful energy and ambition warms me up to this band despite their dire PR photo. There is a touch of metalcore to them, but really, the influences are more like Iron Maiden, Iced Earth and Dragonforce. The ratio of good riffs to bad is in their favor and occasionally they hit a REALLY impressive moment, like some of the "battle metal" riffs in the title track and "End Draws Near". Lead guitar soloing is also not too shabby, but the production in general lets them down and the drumming sounds weak throughout. What really gives "Dawn of A New Age" its notoriety, though, is the massive 15 minute plus final cut "Battle of the Gods". This is one of those "what the hell?" tunes that you will love or hate...a slow building instrumental combined with what sounds like out-takes from "Braveheart" or "Lord of the Rings". I was first amused by it, then bored, and then intrigued, as guitar solos and pace intensified. Then, at about the 10 minute mark, the cut hits a MONSTER riff of total majesty. You can actually envision ancient gods battling when this sucker kicks in. It takes a lot of balls for a young band to do something like this and I find Fall of Eden to have a lot of potential. More tightness in performance and songwriting and a really good production will turn these guys into real warriors!
Definitely keep an eye out for Fall of Ede.

*************************************

JEN'S METAL PAGE REVIEW OF "DAWN OF A NEW AGE"
I received Fall of Eden's first full length album just recently. They have been playing together, going through and adding members since 2001 and this release was put out by Sonic Wave International. Not bad for a first album at all. They remind me of the Shadows Fall and All that Remains genre. They are a metal band and a great one. They have the dual singers, one with the metal Lamb of God vocals and the other with the soft, well rehearsed vocals. The interesting thing about these guys though, they have 3 guitar players. I haven't seen too many bands with this, let along be able to pull it off. But these guys do and they do it well. I really think it gives them the extra heavy edge. I'm a fan of their sound, especially the drums. He is pretty fast with the double bass and I just love when I'm able to hear that in music. I'm looking forward to hearing more releases from them.

*************************************

INDIE MUSIC STOPREVIEW OF"DAWN OF A NEW AGE"
BY: C.W. ROSS
Formed in 2001, Fall of Eden is made up of a group of guys that weren't even born when metal music was in its heyday in the 1970's and 1980's. That hasn't stopped the band from putting out Dawn of a New Age, their debut full-length release, which is overflowing with the metal sound.
The band, based out of the Chicago area, features triple guitars that create a sound reminiscent of metal masters Iron Maiden.
While the band does have the metal music crunchy guitars sound down, they also take the chance to add some more melodic parts to several of the songs found on Dawn of a New Age. One example of the band's softer side is "Valhalla," an unplugged instrumental song.
The release wraps up with the epic 15-minute long song, "Battle of the Gods." This track is also an instrumental that features rattling chains, and what sounds like torturous other sounds.
This song was just a little too long for me. I really liked it up to about the 12-minute mark, then my mind shifted to the feeling, is this song ever going to end?
Other than that, I thought that the rest of the CD was well done.  The triple guitar threat built upon really solid bass parts along with drumbeats that direct the flow of the songs.
Who knows, maybe these guys can start a new movement to get metal music back in the bright spotlight that it deserves. And keep an eye out for the band in your town, as they get ready to hit the road on tour.
*******************************************

Reviews from Heavycore.net

Fall of Eden - Dawn of A New Age (review by Pete)

 

When I opened up this packet from Fall of Eden I didn't really know what to expect.  What I saw was a very impressive new CD called "Dawn of A New Age" with 11 well produced tracks, a very kick ass art layout and insert complete with lyrics.  In addition, they tossed in a bio and photo, something most bands seem to forget are essential when submitting materials to magazines, radio, labels, or whoever.  These guys have it together and the amazing thing - they're all under the age of 19!  These Chicago-based bangers have a future if they can persevere the bullshit life throws at struggling young bands!  I hope they stick to it.

 

The guitar work is strong and really keeps the band heavy as hell when they want to be.  Steve Howe and Taylor Cooper tag team on the axe duties and do a great job as they toss in some cool old school metal harmonies that bring back memories of Iron Maiden when I was 15 years old.  They also do solos, something a lot of the young bands today know nothing about.  Taylor also provides some of the vocals, while Steve also plays some keyboards at well-chosen spots.  The CD opens up with a great piano piece that gives the band a real polished side to counteract their wickedly heavy style of metal.  Ray Knoebel does a great job behind the drums as he blasts along with the best of them, but keeps things simplified when they need to be.  He's also got some blazing quick feet and shows it off in songs like "Crown of Thorns".  Bass player Russ Knoebel thunders along with the guitar players, but knows how to keep that bottom end pounding hard.  He also does some vocals - and together with Taylor Cooper they really mix things up nicely.  I heard glimpses of The Black Dahlia Murder with the vocals, but then they take a sharp turn to the left or right and give you a whole different look. 

 

I thought the song "Waste of Life" was my favorite, but I really dug the whole thing.  Thee song writing is amazingly mature for such a young band.  I thought the whole CD was great and I think these guys have only metal treasures in their future.  Check them out onilne at www.fallofedenrock.com



*******************************************


Fall of Eden - Dawn of A New Age (review by Matt)

 

When you start listening to these guys you would never know they were all under 20 years old.  Fall of Eden started in late 2001 and it definitely sound like they found their sound.  I have not heard anything before Dawn of A New Age but it is a CD that is worth listening to a few times.  I heard something new each time I listened to it.

 

Fall of Eden mixes triple; yes I said triple as in 3; guitar work with both melodic and heavy vocals.  Their drummer and bass player lay a good foundation for the guitars to go off and do their thing and having a 3rd guitar keeps their sound thick when two guitars are riffing off each other.  I can hear a bunch of influences in their music but they definitely do not just follow the trends like most bands out there.  The vocals are a good blend without leaning to heavy to either side of the spectrum.

 

This entire CD is good, but being a bass player, I really dug the title track Dawn of A New Age.  It started with bass and drums which is something I like to hear every once in a while and I feel a lot of bands don't do that.  Plus the guitars and vocals in this song put it over the top.  I would suggest supporting this band and checking them out live and picking up this CD.

Currently listening:
Death Cult Armageddon
By Dimmu Borgir
Release date: 09 September, 2003
8:53 PM 
0 Comments
(Add Comment) |
Translate
Wednesday, May 31, 2006 

This our interview with Chicago Chord, check them out at http://www.myspace.com/chicagocord they are really nice people.

 

 

Fall of Eden - one of Chicago's premiere local hardcore/metal groups. Here you are:

CC: Introduce yourself and what you do in the band.

Russ: I'm Russ, I play bass and vocals in Fall of Eden.

CC: How did Fall of Eden get together?

Russ: We started back in 2002 when me and Taylor and Jason were all in highschool, and wanted to start playing songs. We did cover songs for a while, but eventually started recording and added my brother on drums and a third guitarist. And that's it in a nutshell.

CC: Sweet, are you guys planning on recording any sort of disc anytime soon?

Russ: We are almost done with our most recent demo with our third guitarist. Two songs are on Purevolume right now, there are a couple more getting completed.

CC: Wait - three guitarists? That's rad, how do you split the playing?

Russ: Yeah, three guitarists; Taylor and Steve are lead guitarists, they are usually having "dog fight" guitar lines where they are both running up and down in harmony with each other, it's really cool sounding and sometimes really confusing. Jason and I are taking over the chord work, making sure everything is held together.

CC: That's pretty sweet. Who influences you musically?

Russ: The whole band loves Iron Maiden, but we each listen to different stuff.

CC: Who are you a big fan of?

Russ: I love Fear Before the March of Flames.

CC: YES, they rock (Laughs)

Russ: (Laughs)

CC: Do you like a lot of Equal Vision groups?

Russ: Yeah! That's my all time favorite record label. I just got my pre-order of the Sounds of Animals Fighting, it's great.

CC: Ahh, you are awesome (Laughs) So that made me think of a question. If your band could tour with any other 5 bands, who would you choose?

Russ: Would they have to all be similar?

CC: Nope!

Russ: I think a tour with Fear Before, Converge, Norma Jean, As I Lay Dying, and Sigur Ros.

CC: Amazing.

Russ: (Laughs) And odd.

CC: (Laughs) I would definitely go!

Russ: I would pay!

CC: Hell yeah. So what have you learned so far from being in a band?

Russ: (Laughs) Sad, but I learned how to buget and how a credit card works. Everything is so expensive, and now I'm in debt.. (Laughs)

CC: (Laughs) Nah, that's pretty cool. It's always good to know that stuff, man.. (Laughs)

Russ: (Laughs)

CC: Well, I really didn't prepare for this interview. So if you could be asked anything in an interview, what would it be?

Russ: You have asked everything I have ever been asked in on of these. I always wondered what people's favorite snack food is.. but I'm pretty much hungry all the time.

CC: (Laughs) So am I, to be honest.

Russ: (Laughs)

CC: Are you a fan of any of the summer concerts coming up?

Russ: I got my Warped, OzzFest, SOTU, and Unholy Alliance Tour ticket money all saved up.

CC: Seriously, you are awesome (Laughs)

Russ: (Laughs)

CC: This is the second interview I've done today, and honestly.. I can't think of anything more to ask. Makes me look like an amateur. (Laughs)

Russ: (Laughs) I usually give shitty answers, but I think you've given the best one so far, you let me get away with typos and shitty answers.

CC: (Laughs) Dude, I've gotten worse, trust me. I can actually read your answers (Laughs)

Russ: (Laughs)

CC: Well is there anything you would like to add or ask?

Russ: Naw!

CC: At all?

Russ: Well I'm hungry and my sister is waiting to go to lunch.. (Laughs)

CC: (Laughs) That's okay. Thanks for the interview

Russ: Thanks for doing it.

Thanks to Russ of Fall of Eden for enduring another unprepared interview. Best of luck!

Currently listening:
Maylene and the Sons of Disaster
By Maylene & The Sons of Disaster
Release date: 25 October, 2005
5:26 PM 
1 Comments
(Add Comment) |
Translate
Thursday, October 20, 2005 
Currently listening:
Shadows Are Security
By As I Lay Dying
Release date: 14 June, 2005
3:05 AM 
0 Comments
(Add Comment) |
Translate