Alpha Rev
- HOMETOWN:
- Austin TX
- MYSPACE:
- myspace.com/alpharev
- WEB SITE:
- alpharev.com
Frontman Casey McPherson’s gripping, emotional songwriting dares others to search out hope in the bleakest of circumstances and the unique instrumentation pays homage to the classical music that gave him his love for the art. While McPherson’s songwriting and rock-inspired vocals form the core of Alpha Rev’s music, he is supported by a unique cast of musicians that fill Alpha Rev’s songs with as much classical beauty as American rock. In addition to the typical guitar, keyboard, bass, and drums, Alpha Rev boasts a violin and cello that add brilliantly to the band’s sound. Together, Alpha Rev offers up layered, orchestral, melody-driven masterpieces able to turn strangers to super fans in a single listen. Home schooled in small town Texas, frontman Casey McPherson studied classical piano for 12 years and learned to play guitar left handed after figuring out it only worked when he played it upside down. The first band he started, Endochine, performed with Staind, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pete Yorn and many others. During this time, McPherson lost his father and only brother to suicide. Although Endochine was succeeding on many levels, touring took its toll, eventually leading to the band’s demise. Faced with unimaginable tragedy and the dissolution of his band of five years, Casey began to realize that his music, and his life, needed to take a turn in a more positive direction. The result was Alpha Rev and its distinctive brand of soulful American rock, full of achingly beautiful melodies, haunting lyrics, and classical beauty. Welling up through all the rich, sonic splendor is a message of hope spun by McPherson and his penchant for perseverance. As Austin’s famous landmark club Antone’s raved on their website “witness [McPherson] in action and you know God made this man to play music.”
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Sounds Under Radio w/ Alpha Rev, The Soldier Thread, Distant Lights
Thu. 11/13 | 8:00PM @ Lucy's on the Square (San Marcos)
Distant Lights w/ The Soldier Thread, Alpha Rev & Sounds Under Radio
Thu. 11/13 | 8:00PM - Thu. 11/13 @ Lucy's on the Square (San Marcos)
Distant Lights will be rockin' Lucy's in San Marcos at 8pm!!! If you haven't already heard of Distant Lights, you will soon. They are an amazing 5 piece hailing from Austin complet…more»
FREE SHOW Del Castillo, The Boxing Lesson, White Ghost Shivers, Alpha Rev, Driver ...
Sat. 10/25 | 2:00PM - Sat. 10/25 @ The Backyard (West of Mopac)
Come celebrate the final Saturday of The Backyard FOR FREE. Due to the current economic situation, we wanted to say, “Thank You,” for the past 16 years with a free show. Due …more»
*Macy's Ragged Road Premiere Party- FEATURING ALPHA REV
Wed. 10/01 | 7:00PM - Wed. 10/01 @ Momo's (Downtown)
You’re invited to the EXCLUSIVE premiere party for RAGGED ROAD, Macy's web series about 5 college kids rocking the country for a shot at the music industry, featuring UT’s own …more»
Alpha Rev w/ Jets Under Fire and Beaux Loy
Sat. 09/06 | 8:00PM @ Antone's (Downtown)
Alpha Rev's combination of rock guitar riffs with classical overtones has gotten them plenty of exposure over the years. Frontman Casey McPherson’s emotional songwriting is accompani…more»
Alpha Rev w/ Sounds Under Radio, The Ars Supernova
Sat. 08/30 | 7:00PM @ Merkaba Lounge & Grill (Pflugerville/Round Rock)
4th Annual BATFEST! 2008 featuring Flobots, Ludo and More!
Sat. 08/30 | 7:00PM - Sun. 08/31 @ First Street Bridge
Batfest!, Will feature Arts, Crafts, Music, Food, Bat Watching, Children's Activities, and Educational Displays. Estimated attendance is around 40,000! With Scenic backdrop of Town Lake an…more»
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Ludo and Flobots? I’m there.
Alpha Rev (Free Show)
Sat. 08/16 | 6:00PM @ The Oasis (Lake)
Come by The Oasis, enjoy the sunset, and also enjoy some free music from Alpha Rev!Show starts at 6:30PM!
Alpha Rev w/ Homer Hiccolm & The Rocketboys, Jets Under Fire, Chase Pagan
Sat. 07/19 | 8:00PM @ Merkaba Lounge & Grill (Pflugerville/Round Rock)
Exit Music Festival: A Music & Art Festival
Sat. 07/05 | 10:00AM @ Waterloo Park (Downtown)
The Exit Festival will showcase 41 bands comprised from the best of Austin’s local talent and provide some surprise entertainment that will support the spirit of keeping Austin weird. …more»
Alpha Rev w/ Mothers Anthem, Meridian West and Titan Moon
Sat. 06/21 | 9:00PM @ Merkaba Lounge & Grill (Pflugerville/Round Rock)
Set Times: 8:00 PM - Titan Moon10:00 PM - Meridianwest11:00 PM - Mothers Anthem12:00 AM - Alpha RevTickets $10 at the door.
Comfort The Children Benefit featuring Alpha Rev, Wendy Colonna
Fri. 06/13 | 8:00PM @ The Belmont (West Sixth)
Last year, we had a sold out event with over 600 people in attendance!! Don't wait to buy your ticket! You can purchase them now at www.frontgatetickets.com. We have rented out the enti…more»
Alpha Rev featuring Casey McPherson, Jets Under Fire, The Alice Rose, Lifters
Sat. 06/07 | 7:00PM @ Antone's (Downtown)
Click "I Like It!" to win!! 10 PAIRS of tickets are up for grabs! Come check out two of the top eight bands to watch in 2008 by Austin Monthly Magazine. (Alpha Rev and The Alice Rose…more»
Guy Forsyth performs at Rare Magazine "Rarest of Them All" party
Sun. 06/01 | 5:30PM @ The Monarch (Campus to 183)
Guy Forsyth performs at Rare Magazine's "Rarest of Them All" party benefitting LifeworksSunday, June 1, 2008 5pm-10pm5:30 pm Guy Forsyth7pm Mother's Anthem8:30 pm Alpha RevCo…more»
The Liars and Saints Tour: Alpha Rev w/ Deep Ella, Johnny Goudie & The Little Cham...
Fri. 05/02 | 8:00PM @ The Parish (Downtown)
Tickets onsale 04/10
GRUV Unplugged Live Music Series: Every Thursday in May
Thu. 05/01 | 10:00PM @ GRUV (Warehouse District)
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