How would you describe your latest single to an unfamiliar reader?
Hi, I’m Eric Gynan Co-founder of the bands Leaving Eden & Silver Springs Fleetwood Mac Tribute
(2 different bands with the same members). A little introduction.
USA, Boston MA
Label: Verdict Music, Sony/Universal World Wide Distribution
Members:
Eve Lead vocals
Alyssa Bailey White Keys/Vocals
Jake Gynan Drums
Rich Chouinard Bass/Vocals
Eric Gynan Guitar/Vocals.
School’s Out
By Leaving Eden
https://youtu.be/v-1gfTsWtEg?si=TzpRiCeMjFSoaoJY
We are releasing singles as well as albums so much is going on. Lots of recording. For the song “School’ Out” originally done by Alice Cooper, we were so excited when we were able to share the stage with him. Blown away by his stage theatrics, more than anyone we’ve ever played with and that’s a lot of bands, (See the list below). So it’s our way to pay tribute to him with one of our favorite Alice Cooper songs. I think the reader can expect a really cool Leaving Eden interpretation and enjoy an old song with a totally new vibe.
What was the hardest part about putting the track together?
Learning the material and trying to stay true to the original essence of the song while putting our Leaving Eden stamp on it. I think the production is top notch and that’s always something that takes work and time. I serve as the Producer, recording engineer and mixer. We record in Leaving Eden’s recording studio and after the first mix, I send it to my good friend Johnny K. (Disturbed) for the finishing touches and Mastering. We absolutely love recording in our own studio because we can spend as much time as we choose. We can really take the time that we want to work on the production and get it exactly the way we want it.
What was the hardest part about putting the track together?
Learning the material and trying to stay true to the original essence of the song while putting our Leaving Eden stamp on it. I think the production is top notch and that’s always something that takes work and time. I serve as the Producer, recording engineer and mixer. We record in Leaving Eden’s recording studio and after the first mix, I send it to my good friend Johnny K. (Disturbed) for the finishing touches and Mastering. We absolutely love recording in our own studio because we can spend as much time as we choose. We can really take the time that we want to work on the production and get it exactly the way we want it.
What do you want the song to do for the representation of Leaving Eden?
I think breathing some new life into the song with Eve singing it, so we have the female lead vocal that really adds a new dimension. All of the music performed by myself, Jake and Alyssa came from our own interpretation of the original song. I think the end result is a heavier feel, but, of course, keeping to the original vibe.
How would you say the sound of Leaving Eden has changed/progressed since you first started out?
I think everything evolves naturally. I always remember it’s the artists, the ones out there that are doing it, the trendsetters, the tip of the spear in terms of what people are and will be listening to. Everyone’s influenced by someone and you can hear and see those influences. I’m trying to keep things simple in some cases for instance, we’ll always be progressive but as someone once said to me in the studio, “ACDC man, 4 on the floor, simple”.
How would you say the sound of Leaving Eden has changed/progressed since you first started out?
I think everything evolves naturally. I always remember it’s the artists, the ones out there that are doing it, the trendsetters, the tip of the spear in terms of what people are and will be listening to. Everyone’s influenced by someone and you can hear and see those influences. I’m trying to keep things simple in some cases for instance, we’ll always be progressive but as someone once said to me in the studio, “ACDC man, 4 on the floor, simple”.
Touring wise, what are you up to in 2024?
We continue to tour, music is what we do. Below are links to our sites where you’ll find your schedules. We’ve been fortunate enough to have shared the stage with so many great artists, touring The USA, UK & Canada sharing the stage with hundreds of the biggest national bands in the world including; Lacuna Coil, In This Moment, Black Sabbath (Heaven & Hell), Ronnie James Dio, Rob Zombie, 5 Finger DeathPunch, Disturbed, Marilyn Manson, Alice Cooper, Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZTop, Puddle of Mudd, Korn, Killswitch Engage, Buckcherry (Jefferson Starship, Big Brother and The Holding Company, Country Joe, 10 Years After, 40th Anniversary Woodstock) Shinedown, Dropkick Murphy’s, Alice in Chains, Papa Roach, Bret Michaels, Halestorm,Theory of a Deadman, Avenged Sevenfold, Seether, Hell Yeah, Trapt, Dope, Soil, Fuel, Queensryche, Saving Abel, Hinder, Damage Plan, 7Dust, Sebastian Bach, SoulFly, Days of the New, NonPoint, DrowningPool, The Misfits, The Butcher Babies, Collective Soul, MushroomHead, Mudvayne, Chevelle, Godsmack, Powerman 5000, 10Years, Taproot, Gin Blossoms, Michael Schenker (UFO, MSG & The Scorpions) Herman Rarebell (The Scorpions), Nicko McBrain (Iron Maiden), Kittie, One eyed doll, Uncle Kracker, Tremonti (Creed/Alterbridge) Lamb of god, Slayer, Stone Sour, Motorhead, Blackstone Cherry, HOOKERS & BLOW Featuring GUNS N’ ROSES, QUIET RIOT, W.A.S.P. Members, Steven Tyler, Ted Nugent, Lita Ford, LA Guns, Trixter, Warrant, Apocalyptic Review (featuring members of Godsmack) Adelitas Way, Scott Stapp (The voice of Creed), Pop Evil, Ratt & many more.
Is there anything else you’d like to share about Leaving Eden?
We are releasing 4 more singles with New England based USA record label Verdict Music/Sony/The Orchard. We have just released a new EP titled “Reflections.”
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m_u-DeLCmuVOxTb4NgdZT_ve3zFKCHYBI&si=YKYaSlWUEKnk3z7G
The theme is about looking back, reflecting on the things that have made you who you are today.
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Social Media
https://www.facebook.com/bandleavingeden
https://youtube.com/@leavingedenband?si=U8cEUL1EbpzVHhEr
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaving-eden-39320010
https://twitter.com/leavingeden?lang=en
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2C9xyC93LdvYdwnr7Swaet
Leaving Eden TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@leavingedenband