| We have been together for about a year or so (formerly under the moniker, "Otis") and have just finished recording our debut record with Eric Helmkamp which will be self-released on our own label. The cover art was created by Winston Smith, the artist who designed the Dead Kennedys logo as well as many of their album covers. Living in Hawaii has produced many challenges as well as many opportunities to grow as a band. Our musical influences are varied from blistering hardcore, first generation ska, brutal metal, South Pacific drumming and African Highlife music. Nate, (drummer) and his brother, Noah, (bassist/lead singer) are tattoo artists and are covered in ink. Together they formed the band "Absence of Void," which became a very popular band on Maui. After AOV's guitar player moved to California, Nate and Noah joined forces with their friend Steve (guitar/vocals) to form White Rose. Steve grew up in the early eighties hardcore scene in the Midwest and has traveled all over the world playing music in the bands "Plainfield" and "Gitchee gumee" and as a technician/roadie for bands such as Mr. Bungle, Secret Chiefs 3, Dieselhed, Fantomas, The Mermen, Duh, Grotus, William Winant, Fifteen, The Melvins and Saturns Flea Collar. Many of our songs address social injustice, such as Theocratic governments, questioning the legality of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, corporate malfeasance and the ever widening gap between the rich and poor throughout the world. However, instead of screaming about these issues, we also try to offer solutions to the problems addressed, not only in our songs but in the way(s) we live our lives. We also try to remember not to get so wrapped up in political positions that we forget to rock. The art that we create, whether it is music or the art of protest is equally important to us. We hope you enjoy what you hear and would love to hear from you. |
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