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LLAMA

LLAMA

VIZA’s 100 project continues to unfold, with the band’s next track ready for upcoming release on September 15, 2023. The sixth track from this new effort is titled “Llama”, a new composition venturing into the acoustic and exotic side of the band, centered on an imaginary Llama and coping with the dynamic of life’s dramas. This Llama-rrific sonnet is a follow up to last month’s release “Avec Toi (From Paris with Love)”, with many more compositions slated for a continuous stream of releases over the coming months into 2023 and beyond.

“I have a fondness for turning animals into symbols in my musical compositions and Llama is no different here.  The llama came about upon over my fascination of the southern hemisphere and its strange yet adorable presence.  I often wonder if the llama and the camel come from the same world like distant relatives.” said frontman K’noup.

“Really enjoyed tracking for Llama,” said theoudplayer Antranig Kzirian. “The oud parts, along with the rest of the instruments and unique sounds helped bring this to life and give it a sonic identity,” he added.

“Are you looking for drama?  A line that stuck with me when writing the lyrics.  Must be all those Narcos episodes I’ve watched.”

The team continues to work and is excited for the coming months where a substantial amount of new material will be shared with fans. Yesterday, Ms. Information, Thunderbolt, Maggie Mae’s Tavern, Avec Toi (From Paris with Love) and Llama are just the beginning of this new and exciting effort as VIZA marches onward to the culmination of the 100 Project.

All new releases will be available on all major streaming platforms for your listening pleasure and/or purchase.

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Avec Toi

VIZA’s 100 project continues to unfold, with the band’s next track ready for upcoming release on August 15, 2023. The fifth track from this new effort is titled “Avec Toi (From Paris with Love)”, a French love affair featuring a Greek tragedy twist where a passionate yet misunderstood lover takes his own life after being accidentally dismissed by his beau. This dramatic and edgy adventure is a follow up to last month’s release “Maggie Mae’s Tavern”, with many more compositions slated for a continuous stream of releases over the coming months into 2023 and beyond.

“Even though the song comes off as a fun little jam, the song was written from the perspective of a tragic Parisian love story on how quickly things can unravel in any romantic setting,” said frontman K’noup.“Musically I wanted to create something similar to Breakout the Violins, hence the accelerando section, and furthermore the band took the concept and added so much musical dialogue that it almost felt like the instruments – oud, electric guitar – were the characters themselves,” he added.

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“This was a special track,” said theoudplayer Antranig Kzirian. “There was this natural building energy that was harnessed and the oud parts reflect this dynamic – in some ways this was a nod to the kef style folk improvisations of my youth,” he added.

The team continues to work and is excited for the coming months where a substantial amount of new material will be shared with fans. Yesterday, Ms. Information, Thunderbolt, Maggie Mae’s Tavern and Avec Toi (From Paris with Love) are just the beginning of this new and exciting effort as VIZA marches onward to the culmination of the 100 Project.

All new releases will be available on all major streaming platforms for your listening pleasure and/or purchase.

Make sure to stay tuned for more information and updates as we continue our work!

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Maggie Mae’s Tavern

VIZA’s 100 project continues to unfold, with the band’s next track ready for upcoming release on July 15, 2023. The fourth track from this new effort is titled “Maggie Mae’s Tavern”, a vintage vibe track drawing on the group’s nostalgic edgy acoustic sound as a follow up to last month’s initial release “Thunderbolt”, with many more compositions slated for a continuous stream of releases over the coming months into 2023 and beyond.

“This composition bubbled to the surface during the pandemic,” said theoudplayer Antranig Kzirian. “During the long days at home with the family, my mind began to wander to my youth spent on the east coast. My brother and friends and I performed in an Armenian traditional “kef” band named “Aravod” where we played at weddings and dances for Armenians all over the in cities like Philadelphia, New York City, Washington DC, Boston, Chicago and Detroit, and we also participated in community youth organizational life throughout the region. One of the pubs we would visit to connect with friends when in New York City for these activities was “Maggie Mae’s” in Queens – the song just kind of happened naturally at that point,” he added.

As VIZA is known for an acoustic, but aggressive sensibility, “Maggie Mae’s Tavern” hits some nostalgic, familiar notes for listeners.  A combination of bubbly oud, crips acoustic guitars, hard-hitting drums, rumbling bass lines, and a polished, layered electric guitar finale complement a whimsical tale of tavern tomfooleries weaved together by dual lead vocals by frontman K’noup and Kzirian. “Maggie Mae’s Tavern” is the kind of track that could have been released on the band’s earlier albums such as “Eros”, “Maktub” or “De Facto”.

“I immediately felt the nostalgia as we started tracking ‘Maggie Mae’s Tavern’. With that, we took a more acoustic approach that nods to earlier VIZA songs and then brought in some of their more modern sensibilities.  This makes it fresh and gives it a unique stamp while maintaining the sound of the band,” stated recording and mixing engineer and co-producer Matt Nelson of Foreword Productions. “This song carves a niche into the current VIZA catalogue while taking a page from their past works.  It’s no coincidence that this approach reinforces the reflective sentiment of the song’s lyrics.  I’m really impressed with the musical range of VIZA’s members and had a fantastic time discovering what became the final production,” added Nelson. 

The team continues to work and is excited for the coming months where a substantial amount of new material will be shared with fans. Yesterday, Ms. Information, Thunderbolt and Maggie Mae’s Tavern are just the beginning of this new and exciting effort as VIZA marches onward to the culmination of the 100 Project.

All new releases will be available on all major streaming platforms for your listening pleasure and/or purchase.

Make sure to stay tuned for more information and updates as we continue our work!

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THUNDERBOLT

VIZA releases their third installment of their 17 song album 100.

“Thunderbolt” is the band’s highly anticipated new rock single, set to be released on all digital streaming platforms on June 15th. The single showcases VIZA signature style, blending powerful guitar riffs, thundering drums, and infectious melodies. With its dynamic arrangement and memorable hooks, “Thunderbolt” is sure to captivate rock enthusiasts and new listeners alike.

“The riff came to me as I stared at a Thunderbolt cable on my desk and bam,” laughingly says Shant Bismejian.

The song explores themes of perseverance and triumph, offering a relatable narrative that speaks to the human experience. With emotionally charged lyrics and a soaring vocal performance, VIZA crafts an anthem that resonates with authenticity and passion.

“From the minute I heard the musical composition that Shant wrote, I knew this song was going to be a firecracker. I had the lyrics and vocal melodies written within an hour of first hearing it,” says K’noup.

For their upcoming single, VIZA has embarked on an exciting creative journey by collaborating with a talented young producer, Vaz Jon. The band’s decision to work with Vaz Jon stems from their shared vision of pushing musical boundaries and embracing fresh perspectives that was showcased as well in the previous single “Ms. Information”.

The collaboration between VIZA and Vaz Jon has resulted in a dynamic fusion of the band’s established rock roots and the producer’s contemporary sonic palette. Their combined efforts have led to the creation of a single that not only maintains the raw power and authenticity of the band’s sound but also incorporates innovative production elements that give it a fresh and exciting edge.

“The pulsating hypnotic rhythm we crafted for Thunderbolt resonates deeply with me. Its driving momentum compels you to move along, and it’s really cool that we were able to capture such an immersive experience,” says Vaz Jon.

The combination of VIZA’s established rock prowess and the fresh perspective of Vaz Jon promises to deliver a single that will captivate both long-time fans and new listeners alike. The band is excited to share the results of this collaboration and believes it marks a significant milestone in their musical journey.

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