No Bragging Rights
Encyclopedia
No Bragging Rights is an American melodic/hardcore
band from Riverside, California
formed in 1999 by vocalist, Mike Perez. To date they have released three full length albums and two EP's.
and punk
influenced sound.
and helped to establish the band outside of their hometown. Shortly after, “The Anatomy of a Martyr” EP was self-released in the summer of 2007, and brought No Bragging Rights to the national stage. This album was later re-released by Stand By Records.
Relentless "do it yourself" touring widened the band's fan base and attracted the attention of Pure Noise Records. The label re-released “The Anatomy of a Martyr” in 2008, and debuted the full length album "The Consequences of Dreams" in early 2009. That year No Bragging Rights played Taste of Chaos 2009
at The House of Blues, in San Diego, California
, with Bring Me the Horizon
and several other bands.
The following year they released two singles titled "Passion Vs. Fashion" and "Unafraid to Burn". "Passion Vs. Fashion" was released on the compilation album "Vans 2010 Warped Tour Compilation." "Unafraid to Burn" was released on the "Atticus V" compilation album In January 2011, No Bragging Rights released their latest full length titled "Illuminator" through BlkHeart Group They continue to tour the country, promoting their latest album, and have played with many big label bands such as Asking Alexandria
, Emmure
, and Carnifex
.
On March 30, 2011, AmpMagazine.com posted an interview with Christian Lee and Handsome Rick.
On July 19, 2011 bassist Rick McDonald announced his departure from the group and had the following to say:
“The decision to part ways with NBR has not been an easy one. Throughout the last 4 years of touring I’ve made so many friends and have had experiences that will give me a lifetime of memories to share. I’ve decided to take my hobby in graphic design to the next level and go full time with it, leaving no room for NBR’s non-stop tour schedule. I still love everyone in the band (except Daniel =P) and will continue to help and support them all the way to the top.”
The band will be joined by fill-in bassist Ryan “Beard” Warrell (ex: To Something Beautiful, A Thorn For Every Heart
ect.) for their upcoming Beautiful and Spineless Headline Tour and future dates until a permanent replacement is found
Melodic hardcore
Melodic hardcore is a subgenre of hardcore punk with a strong emphasis on vocal melody. The genre is commonly defined with fast hardcore drum beats, complex guitar riffs and melodic singing with occasional screaming and shouting.-History:...
band from Riverside, California
Riverside, California
Riverside is a city in Riverside County, California, United States, and the county seat of the eponymous county. Named for its location beside the Santa Ana River, it is the largest city in the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario metropolitan area of Southern California, 4th largest inland California...
formed in 1999 by vocalist, Mike Perez. To date they have released three full length albums and two EP's.
The Beginning (1999–2004)
No Bragging Rights was formed by vocalist, Mike Perez, when he was at the age of fifteen. They have released several demo recordings between 2001 and 2004. These recordings include "Never Again Demo" (2001), "The Razor Apologies" EP (2002), and "Waking Angel Demo" (2004). Ryan Sievers, Jose Mendoza, Anthony McCabe, Cody Henderson, Jamieson Stuart, and Mike Dodrill have all been credited for taking part in recording said releases. After several lineup changes they decided to pursue a more melodic hardcoreMelodic hardcore
Melodic hardcore is a subgenre of hardcore punk with a strong emphasis on vocal melody. The genre is commonly defined with fast hardcore drum beats, complex guitar riffs and melodic singing with occasional screaming and shouting.-History:...
and punk
Punk rock
Punk rock is a rock music genre that developed between 1974 and 1976 in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. Rooted in garage rock and other forms of what is now known as protopunk music, punk rock bands eschewed perceived excesses of mainstream 1970s rock...
influenced sound.
2005–present
In 2005, No Bragging Rights began writing their first full length album titled "Because You Believe in Something Beyond Them" which was self-released in early 2006. This album was well received in the local music scene of Southern CaliforniaSouthern California
Southern California is a megaregion, or megapolitan area, in the southern area of the U.S. state of California. Large urban areas include Greater Los Angeles and Greater San Diego. The urban area stretches along the coast from Ventura through the Southland and Inland Empire to San Diego...
and helped to establish the band outside of their hometown. Shortly after, “The Anatomy of a Martyr” EP was self-released in the summer of 2007, and brought No Bragging Rights to the national stage. This album was later re-released by Stand By Records.
Relentless "do it yourself" touring widened the band's fan base and attracted the attention of Pure Noise Records. The label re-released “The Anatomy of a Martyr” in 2008, and debuted the full length album "The Consequences of Dreams" in early 2009. That year No Bragging Rights played Taste of Chaos 2009
Taste of Chaos 2009
Taste of Chaos 2009 is the fifth installment of the Taste of Chaos tours created by Warped Tour founder Kevin Lyman. Lyman handpicked each band for the tour and believes they are "all on the brink of breakout success." Bring Me the Horizon, Four Year Strong, and Pierce the Veil will rotate their...
at The House of Blues, in San Diego, California
San Diego, California
San Diego is the eighth-largest city in the United States and second-largest city in California. The city is located on the coast of the Pacific Ocean in Southern California, immediately adjacent to the Mexican border. The birthplace of California, San Diego is known for its mild year-round...
, with Bring Me the Horizon
Bring Me the Horizon
Bring Me the Horizon are a British metalcore band from Sheffield, Yorkshire, who formed in 2004. Bring Me the Horizon constits of Oliver Sykes as the lead vocalist, lead guitarist Lee Malia, rhythm guitarist Jona Weinhofen, bassist Matt Kean and drummer Matt Nicholls...
and several other bands.
The following year they released two singles titled "Passion Vs. Fashion" and "Unafraid to Burn". "Passion Vs. Fashion" was released on the compilation album "Vans 2010 Warped Tour Compilation." "Unafraid to Burn" was released on the "Atticus V" compilation album In January 2011, No Bragging Rights released their latest full length titled "Illuminator" through BlkHeart Group They continue to tour the country, promoting their latest album, and have played with many big label bands such as Asking Alexandria
Asking Alexandria
Asking Alexandria are a British metalcore band from York, North Yorkshire. Founded in 2008 when Ben Bruce contacted his old companions upon returning to the UK after residing in Dubai...
, Emmure
Emmure
Emmure is an American band formed in 2003, originally based in Connecticut, but now residing in Queens, New York. The group has a total of seven releases...
, and Carnifex
Carnifex (band)
Carnifex is an American deathcore band from San Diego, California. Formed in 2005, they are currently signed to Victory Records and have released four studio albums...
.
On March 30, 2011, AmpMagazine.com posted an interview with Christian Lee and Handsome Rick.
On July 19, 2011 bassist Rick McDonald announced his departure from the group and had the following to say:
“The decision to part ways with NBR has not been an easy one. Throughout the last 4 years of touring I’ve made so many friends and have had experiences that will give me a lifetime of memories to share. I’ve decided to take my hobby in graphic design to the next level and go full time with it, leaving no room for NBR’s non-stop tour schedule. I still love everyone in the band (except Daniel =P) and will continue to help and support them all the way to the top.”
The band will be joined by fill-in bassist Ryan “Beard” Warrell (ex: To Something Beautiful, A Thorn For Every Heart
A Thorn for Every Heart
A Thorn for Every Heart was an alternative rock quintet from Chino Hills, California.-History:The band was originally formed in early 2003 by former members Joel Holt and Aaron Peck...
ect.) for their upcoming Beautiful and Spineless Headline Tour and future dates until a permanent replacement is found
Band members
- Mike Perez - vocals (1999–present)
- Christian Lee - guitarsElectric guitarAn electric guitar is a guitar that uses the principle of direct electromagnetic induction to convert vibrations of its metal strings into electric audio signals. The signal generated by an electric guitar is too weak to drive a loudspeaker, so it is amplified before sending it to a loudspeaker...
(2005–present) - Daniel Garrow - guitars (2008–present)
- Martin Alcedo - drumsDrum kitA drum kit is a collection of drums, cymbals and often other percussion instruments, such as cowbells, wood blocks, triangles, chimes, or tambourines, arranged for convenient playing by a single person ....
(2005–present)
Notable ex-members
- "Handsome" Rick - bassBass guitarThe bass guitar is a stringed instrument played primarily with the fingers or thumb , or by using a pick....
(2007–2011) - Michael Portales (2004)
- Jason Martin [bass guitar] (2005- 2007)
Discography
- "Because You Believe in Something Beyond Them" (2006)
- "The Anatomy of a Martyr" EP (2007)
- "The Consequences of Dreams" (2009)
- "Illuminator" (2011)
Videography
- "Because You Believe In Something Beyond Them" (2006)
- "A Shot To End This All" (2009)
- "Unafraid To Burn" (2010)
- "Empire: Disarray" (2011)