Paradiso, Amsterdam, the Netherlands7th January, 2007
SellaBand Believer’s Convention - Nemesea
When Nemesea began participating in SellaBand they couldn’t have dreamt of raising the required $50,000 this quickly. As the first band to raise this amount they have now been given the opportunity to record and release a new CD.
The concept: SellaBand
When you are a band with no record deal, this concept is more than great. Make your own Artist page on SellaBand.com. Create a profile that appeals to potential Believers. Upload a picture, a biography and a maximum of 3 demo-songs that represent you as an Artist. Tell your fans where they can see you play live, where they can find your own website, etcetera. In total there are 5,000 so called Parts of $10 each. So, what you have to do is find 5,000 Believers who will buy 1 Part. Or find 2,500 who will buy 2 Parts. Or find 1 Believer who buys 5,000 Parts. Anyway, we think you get the picture. Once you've reached the Goal of $50,000 SellaBand will provide an experienced A&R person to guide your recording process. Together with a top Producer you get the chance to record a collection of your best songs in a state-of-the-art Studio. All your 5,000 Believers will receive an exclusive Digi-Pack CD with the result of your professional studio-recordings. This limited edition CD will be sent to the homes of your Believers. (Source: http://www.sellaband.com/)
When you are a band with no record deal, this concept is more than great. Make your own Artist page on SellaBand.com. Create a profile that appeals to potential Believers. Upload a picture, a biography and a maximum of 3 demo-songs that represent you as an Artist. Tell your fans where they can see you play live, where they can find your own website, etcetera. In total there are 5,000 so called Parts of $10 each. So, what you have to do is find 5,000 Believers who will buy 1 Part. Or find 2,500 who will buy 2 Parts. Or find 1 Believer who buys 5,000 Parts. Anyway, we think you get the picture. Once you've reached the Goal of $50,000 SellaBand will provide an experienced A&R person to guide your recording process. Together with a top Producer you get the chance to record a collection of your best songs in a state-of-the-art Studio. All your 5,000 Believers will receive an exclusive Digi-Pack CD with the result of your professional studio-recordings. This limited edition CD will be sent to the homes of your Believers. (Source: http://www.sellaband.com/)
Nemesea
Nemesea, a female fronted gothic/rock band founded by vocalist Manda and guitar player H.J. in September 2002 at the conservatory in Groningen. Subsequent recruits thereafter would be second guitarist Martijn, bass player Sonny, Steven on drums and Berto on keyboards. After recording a 3 song demo Nemesea debuted live as support act to After Forever. Shortly after that Nemesea signed a deal with the small local label Ebony Tears in September of 2003 and recorded the debut album ‘Mana’ in February of the following year in various studios. Maybe the most impressive thing of this release is the beautiful voice of Manda Ophuis. Making Mana was very hard work but made the band an instant rising star on the musical horizon. Nemesea toured intensively with After Forever but also did a lot of headline shows later on which gained the band a lot of attention and dedicated fans. Not to mention the great reviews. Now Nemesea is taking its music a step further and will be reaching out to music lovers all around the world with their new music. Participating on (and winning!) SellaBand opens a new road for this rockers from Groningen.
(Source: http://www.nemesea.com/)
Nemesea, a female fronted gothic/rock band founded by vocalist Manda and guitar player H.J. in September 2002 at the conservatory in Groningen. Subsequent recruits thereafter would be second guitarist Martijn, bass player Sonny, Steven on drums and Berto on keyboards. After recording a 3 song demo Nemesea debuted live as support act to After Forever. Shortly after that Nemesea signed a deal with the small local label Ebony Tears in September of 2003 and recorded the debut album ‘Mana’ in February of the following year in various studios. Maybe the most impressive thing of this release is the beautiful voice of Manda Ophuis. Making Mana was very hard work but made the band an instant rising star on the musical horizon. Nemesea toured intensively with After Forever but also did a lot of headline shows later on which gained the band a lot of attention and dedicated fans. Not to mention the great reviews. Now Nemesea is taking its music a step further and will be reaching out to music lovers all around the world with their new music. Participating on (and winning!) SellaBand opens a new road for this rockers from Groningen.
(Source: http://www.nemesea.com/)
Music
After performances by fellow SellaBand participants Cubworld, Second Person and The Fakes it was Nemesea’s turn to rock the Paradiso with an exclusive acoustic set featuring a stripped-down line-up of Sonny on bass, Hendrik-Jan on acoustic guitar, Steven on drums (his first gig!) and, of course, Manda on vocals. They began with the new songs ‘No More’ and ‘In Control’. While the electric versions of these tracks on the internet are particularly strong, they also stand their ground equally well in a live acoustic setting. After the new tracks we were treated to the Skunk Anansie cover ‘Selling Jesus’ and the golden oldie ‘Angel in the Dark’. A second cover – ‘Spain (I can recall)’ – showed us just how talented this band really is. The intricate bass and guitar parts were offset by an even more elaborate vocal part, beautifully executed by Manda. As Nemesea brought the evening to a close with a final new song – ‘Like the Air’ – they left us wondering about and looking forward to their new album.
After performances by fellow SellaBand participants Cubworld, Second Person and The Fakes it was Nemesea’s turn to rock the Paradiso with an exclusive acoustic set featuring a stripped-down line-up of Sonny on bass, Hendrik-Jan on acoustic guitar, Steven on drums (his first gig!) and, of course, Manda on vocals. They began with the new songs ‘No More’ and ‘In Control’. While the electric versions of these tracks on the internet are particularly strong, they also stand their ground equally well in a live acoustic setting. After the new tracks we were treated to the Skunk Anansie cover ‘Selling Jesus’ and the golden oldie ‘Angel in the Dark’. A second cover – ‘Spain (I can recall)’ – showed us just how talented this band really is. The intricate bass and guitar parts were offset by an even more elaborate vocal part, beautifully executed by Manda. As Nemesea brought the evening to a close with a final new song – ‘Like the Air’ – they left us wondering about and looking forward to their new album.
Performance
It had been over six months since Nemesea had performed live, so when I spoke to Manda (vocals) by phone just before the gig, she admitted being somewhat nervous. Still, the band hit the stage with a huge smile and it was clearly evident that they were relishing the prospect of performing live again. Manda introduced the band and explained that because they were playing acoustically, only she, Hendrik-Jan, Sonny and their new drummer Steven would be performing. This was Steven’s first gig with the band and he did a great job! With a heartfelt thanks to the Believers, Nemesea left the stage before returning 5 minutes later for a meet and greet. It was great to hear Nemesea’s new songs live and I’m really looking forward to hearing their new album.
Rating
Music 8
Performance 8
Sound 8
Light 7
Total 8
It had been over six months since Nemesea had performed live, so when I spoke to Manda (vocals) by phone just before the gig, she admitted being somewhat nervous. Still, the band hit the stage with a huge smile and it was clearly evident that they were relishing the prospect of performing live again. Manda introduced the band and explained that because they were playing acoustically, only she, Hendrik-Jan, Sonny and their new drummer Steven would be performing. This was Steven’s first gig with the band and he did a great job! With a heartfelt thanks to the Believers, Nemesea left the stage before returning 5 minutes later for a meet and greet. It was great to hear Nemesea’s new songs live and I’m really looking forward to hearing their new album.
Rating
Music 8
Performance 8
Sound 8
Light 7
Total 8
Setlist
01. No More
02. In Control
03. Selling Jesus
04. Angel in the Dark
05. Spain (I Can Recall)
06. Like the Air.
01. No More
02. In Control
03. Selling Jesus
04. Angel in the Dark
05. Spain (I Can Recall)
06. Like the Air.
Stay focused on the site, because next week an interview with Manda (vocals) will be published online.
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