beariksson Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 "Battles and Tyondai would like to let their fans know they have chosen to follow their own musical paths. Due to Battles' ambitions of finishing their second studio album followed by commitments to a full touring schedule in 2011, and Tyondai's own commitments as a solo artist and his desire not to tour, both Battles and Tyondai have decided to move on without each other. It is a sad but amicable split. Battles wishes Tyondai all the best" http://warp.net/records/battles/an-announcement-from-battles I hope they continue without Tyondai. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Green Kingdom Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 I think they can still pull it off without the weird vocals. Maybe just add a new guitarist/multi-instrumentalist or go power trio- electronic Rush style Looking forward to hearing what they do for album 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 yea not so big a deal i think. i think mirrored would be better without the chipmunky stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beariksson Posted August 6, 2010 Author Share Posted August 6, 2010 "At this time, Battles and I have decided to amicably part ways. Suffice to say I am leaving a group that is responsible for some of the most defining experiences in my life. Aside from making great music for 8 years together John, Ian, Dave and I have been family. We have experienced together what it’s like to start a band and have it blossom into something beyond our wildest dreams and I'm incredibly proud of all we have accomplished. I know for a fact that this is just a new beginning for Battles. Our model has always had a controlled shapelessness to it and I know John, Ian and Dave are looking forward sculpting an even better way forward. I look forward to be able to continue my music and am very excited at the prospect of being able to dig deeper in my own work. To the fans let me say that I cannot begin to express my thanks and love to you all for your support and enthusiasm. All that Battles and I can do to honor that is continue to create art that we love with a passion and depth worthy of your inspection." Tyondai Braxton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chassis Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 Couldn't give a shit, the song they had was very annoying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Richy Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 I think Tyondai Braxton is more than just "weird" vocals. Sad news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyrex Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 "Tyondai Braxton" Get a real fucking name, FFS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerwolf Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 "Tyondai Braxton" Get a real fucking name, FFS. Hits nail on head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J3FF3R00 Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 Couldn't give a shit, the song they had was very annoying. The vocals were mostly to blame. It just made them sound unprofessional. I would like them more if they were instrumental or had a singer who knew what he was doing. They were basically a kick ass drummer with a few other schmucks. Helmet was better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tipper Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 Misleading thread title! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beariksson Posted August 6, 2010 Author Share Posted August 6, 2010 Misleading thread title! yeah it really should be "Battles gets rid of that whiny idiot" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caretstik Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 All seems a bit harsh on Braxton. Although I think Battles make a better instrumental band, his vocals made sure that they didn't just repeat their first three releases. I can't see how Atlas would have worked without the chipmunk bits myself. I liked his solo album on Warp, looking forward to what else they all do now. The other three should definitely continue as Battles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beariksson Posted August 6, 2010 Author Share Posted August 6, 2010 I like his input to the band, and I like Central Market. the chipmunk vocals were tiring sometimes though. just now on facebook: "Battles We are finishing the new album. Battles is moving forward in full force! Psyched about getting out of the studio and playing these new songs live. Lots of shows and tours to come." also lol at their facebook profile pic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 Helmet was better. nice I like his input to the band, and I like Central Market. the chipmunk vocals were tiring sometimes though. just now on facebook: "Battles We are finishing the new album. Battles is moving forward in full force! Psyched about getting out of the studio and playing these new songs live. Lots of shows and tours to come." also lol at their facebook profile pic haha. well they have to really kill it and not try to be don cab 2. needs freshness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubin Farr Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 Tyondai's album was horrible, who gives a fuck what he does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phrank Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 I quite liked the input braxton had, although I could live without it. It's the whole math rock sound I was into, so I won't really miss all the vocal stuff. As long as John Stanier continues to play drums I will always listen, regardless. LOL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Green Kingdom Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 Tyondai's album was horrible, who gives a fuck what he does. Yeah, I wasn't too interested in what I heard of it. I realize he probably had significant contributions to Battles' songwriting, but I think they'll be fine. I could listen to just Stanier and some guy with a Casio if it came down to it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QBLA Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 when i decided to give the new warp roster a chance... battles were one of those i didn't like. and that dude's solo stuff too... i passed on that shit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidewinder Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 I'm with most of you, found his vocals annoying. I have no idea what his musical or songwriting contributions to the band were, but I'm sure the guys will do fine without him. I wonder how close the new album is to being finished and if it will include contributions (vocally or otherwise) from Toyotahyundai, or if they will rework material to leave him out...or what. I'd prefer really they just wrap it up as-is, release it, then just start working on their "new direction". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dilbthelame Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 i actually really enjoyed his presence in the band - saw them twice (including once with him supporting solo) and he's in no way *just a vocalist*. they were fucking brilliant both times. quite sad but it'll be interesting to hear the new album.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vamos scorcho Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 it is sad that he leaves. i see a very bright future for braxton. battles could also do well. i've enjoyed most everything i've heard from all these guys including don cab and storm and stress. braxtons solo album showed signs of brilliance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhonny Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 good news, EP C B EP was far superior to Mirrored Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KY Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 i saw them twice (?) before they came out with the EPs, and tyondai had much less of a presence. it was just really great math rocky work by ian and powerhouse drums by stanier. i was really disappointed with them by the time mirrored came out for that reason. and yet i liked history that has no effect. i think both parties' musical outputs will be a lot better as a result of this decision Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candiru Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 After listening to TyHundai Buxton's solo album, Central Market, I can pretty much guess his influence on the band and I think that he's talented and very unique. But he's also has a sense of severe awkwardness in his music and I think I'd wager that whatever his input in Battles was, it really clashed with everyone else. Interesting, yeah, but just a bad flavor if you know what I mean. Everything I like about Battles has nothing to do with the goofy parts/chipmunk vocals that seem to relate to his solo album. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremymacgregor87 Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Yeah that guy adds nothing imo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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