Ceasefire

Ceasefire

Electronic Press Kit

Ceasefire is an American rock band that formed in Orange County, California, in 2011. The bands line-up is Ray Alexander (lead vocals), Kamren Alexander (guitar), Danny Molloy (bass), and Anthony Hainsworth (drums). Ceasefire is known for their arresting vocal melodies and crafted guitar hooks, which are described as combined music styles from new wave 80's and 90's with modern music. A band that continually embraces new elements into their musical repertoire in every new project they encounter. In August 2011 the band went into the studio with Paul Fox and Tim Palmer and recorded their first single "This Love Will Tear Us Apart". The band's music has been featured on several different MTV episodes and much more. They are currently back in the studio and will be following up their first single with "Heartache" and "It's You".

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Requirements

  • Tour
    • 09.02.2011
    • Pechanga
    • Opening for Daughtry
    • 11.04.2011
    • House of Blues Anaheim
    • w/DRAMARAMA, Useless Keys and VOiD808
    • 01.17.2011
    • Slidebar
    • Fullerton, Ca
    • Best Live Showcase (2012 OC Music Awards)
    • 04.28.2012
    • Troubadour
    • W. Hollywood, Ca
    • 06.16.2012
    • House of Blues Anaheim (CD Release Party)
    • 08.10.2012
    • House of Blues Anaheim
    • 09.29.2012
    • Viper Room
    • 10.26.2012
    • Troubadour

Awards

  • 2010 OC Music Awards Best Alternative Band

Media

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    Videos

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      CEASEFIRE "It's You" with Lyrics

      3rd Single released by the Alternative Rock Band Ceasefire https://www.facebook.com/ceasefiretheband http://soundcloud.com/ceasefiremusic Edited by Austin Bauman

      Duration: 05:29
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      CEASEFIRE "This Love Will Tear Us Apart" with Lyrics

      Debut Single released by the Alternative Rock Band Ceasefire https://www.facebook.com/ceasefiretheband http://soundcloud.com/ceasefiremusic Edited by Austin Bauman

      Duration: 03:34
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      CEASEFIRE "Heartache" with Lyrics

      2nd single released by the Alternative Rock Band Ceasefire https://www.facebook.com/ceasefiretheband http://soundcloud.com/ceasefiremusic Edited by Austin Bauman

      Duration: 04:17
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      CEASEFIRE (Official Album Trailer)

      Debut Album from Ceasefire Coming Soon http://ceasefiremusic.com/ https://twitter.com/ceasefiremusic http://soundcloud.com/ceasefiremusic Shot & Edited by Jonkillz http://vimeo.com/46300460

      Duration: 01:49
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      LOUNGING WITH CEASEFIRE

      Directed-Shot & Edited by Jon Ramirez http://www.JONKILLZ.com/

      Duration: 06:02
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      CEASEFIRE "Heaven Knows" Studio Video

      CEASEFIRE "Heaven Knows" Warning: Kamren Alexander's guitar shred sounds like a post-punk air raid about to happen while Brandon Franklin (bass), and Anthony Hainsworth (drums) drop rhythm bombs in a new wave strike. It's Gary Glitter and Joy Division elevated to the level of making the blood pump, the head bang and the fist pump in unison. Shot by Jon Ramirez http://www.jonkillz.com/

      Duration: 04:05
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      CEASEFIRE Lift off @ House of Blues Anaheim

      Ceasefire performing at the House of Blues Anaheim on August 10, 2012. The song being featured in the video is the second single by Ceasefire called "Heartache". Video from their performance was recorded and edited by Jon Ramirez of JONKILLZ https://vimeo.com/47635378 www.ceasefiremusic.com www.facebook.com/ceasefiretheband www.twitter.com/Ceasefiremusic

      Duration: 02:43

    Documents

    Videos

    Audio Files

    • This Love Will Tear Us Apart (Available Now On iTunes)

      This song was written with a few thoughts about many different relationships all having the same results... In a relationship there is usually one person that loves more then the other. That person is trying to chase something that's missing and it becomes more destructive. They are both trying to figure stuff out and someone to be, but when they do the damage is already done. They end up losing each other and being overcome by semantics, rather then using that to bring them closer together. It's hard to believe we first rely on lust rather then love. It's kind of like a drug..... This Love Will Tear Us Apart!

      Duration: 03:33

Press Coverage

  • [Locals Only] Ceasefire and Their Catchy Modern Rock Head to Detroit Bar for a December Residency

    “Casting nets of effects-laden guitar, modern-rock gloss and radio-ready appeal, Fountain Valley quartet Ceasefire seem poised for major-label courtship.”

    OC Weekly - Nate Jackson
  • OC Weekly

    “Ceasefire brings out the best crowds and a veritable Who’s Who of the Orange County…”

    Vickie Chang
  • Orange County Music Examiner

    “This is a band that plays the same sort of rock that fills arenas at every U2 show”

    Gary Schwind
  • Orange Pop: Ceasefire Cranks It Up

    "For Orange County rock act Ceasefire, diligence and discipline are starting to pay off."

    OCRegister.com KELLI SKYE FADROSKI
  • KROQ 106.7

    "Ceasefire is an up and coming group that took home “Best Alternative” over Thrice and Saosin so be on the lookout for them."

    Blackout | Staff Writer KROQ 106.7
  • NEW ARTIST INTRO – Ceasefire ‘This Love Will Tear Us Apart’

    Ceasefire, a California based band, has captured our attention with their first single, ‘This Love Will Tear Us Apart’. Yes, it’s a song title that reminds us of Joy Division, but this song sounds nothing like ‘Love Will Tear Us Apart’. Known for their arresting vocal melodies and crafted guitar hooks, which can be described as combined music styles from new wave 80′s and 90′s with modern music. If you like Coldplay and U2, you will really enjoy this track. We look forward to their next single, ‘Heartache’, projected for release November 2011. Stream the track below & let us know what you think.

    Rock Cousteau
  • Mark Englert (Guitarist of Dramarama)

    "Nice set by you guys as well. Your passion in making music is obvious. It felt like i was watching an arena type show."

    Mark Englert
  • Ceasefire Release Party at House of Blues

    "Ceasefire woke us up as lead singer Ray Alexander jumped from behind side stage and attacked the mic with an amazing outcry of high pitch vocals. It was the energy from Ceasefire that got our hearts thumping and the girls dancing. Almost immediately, I thought his vocals were awesome, unexpected, and similar in range as Bono. And their instrumentals are just as melodic. Yes, they’re that good. Interestingly enough, their latest single, “This Love Will Tear Us Apart,” was recorded in the studio shared by high profile producers, including Tim Palmer that has mixed several tracks with U2. Now, that’s saying something. It was quite fitting for Ceasefire to open for legendary 80s rock band Dramarama on Friday night. The band has also been featured on numerous MTV television shows such as The Real World, The Hills, The City, and more. Check out Ceasefire. They may just become your new favorite OC Rock band. Have we convinced you yet."

    OC Music Magazine - Amy Hsieh
  • OC Music Awards 2012: Ceasefire Reinvent Themselves With Radio-Ready New Wave

    "One of Ceasefire’s New Year’s Resolutions is to cultivate success under their new identity and to bring Ceasefire to the forefront by “working with some of music’s best to help” them “achieve their goals.”

    Kamren explained, “We want to bring the name and our new sound to the forefront, nationwide and worldwide…Changing the group name and writing nonstop has been exciting for us.”

    “We kind of went into hiding to reinvent ourselves and we feel that we have accomplished that.”

    “The OC has treated us well and we always pack our shows so it’s been good. We can’t wait to share our new music and vision with everyone.”

    Ceasefire is reinventing themselves, but their new sound stays true to their old sound–music reminiscent to The Killers and 30 Seconds To Mars.

    The band creates deep, dance-worthy guitar-heavy power pop, a sound so well-suited for the grand medium of the radio."

    Nadia Noir | KROQ Staff Writer
  • Ceasefire - House of Blues Anaheim - 6/16/12

    "With their catchy radio-friendly tunes, a new name and new band member this Fountain Valley band is definitely on the hunt for major-label stardom and, at least for now, is more than humble about it. "For me it's a huge accomplishment, just to be a part of a band that headlines the House of Blues," Brandon Franklin,the new bassist, said. "It's a big deal!"

    OC Weekly - Alejandra Loera
  • Review: Ceasefire debuts ‘This Love’ EP at House of Blues party

    "Ceasefire came on stage to find a rock and party hungry crowd. The group, obviously sensing the energy from the audience, fed upon the positive vibes. Vocalist Ray Alexander paraded back and forth on stage without tripping up one note. He interacted vividly with the crowd and held a confident frontman demeanor throughout the set."

    Encore.Orange.County.com - Cassie Rossel
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