Thebleedingalarm
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Thebleedingalarm is a band
Band (music)
In music, a musical ensemble or band is a group of musicians that works together to perform music. The following articles concern types of musical bands:* All-female band* Big band* Boy band* Christian band* Church band* Concert band* Cover band...

 originally from Kelowna
Kelowna
Kelowna is a city on Okanagan Lake in the Okanagan Valley, in the southern interior of British Columbia, Canada. Its name derives from a Okanagan language term for "grizzly bear"...

, British Columbia
British Columbia
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, Canada
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 which formed in the summer of 2003. They disbanded in the summer of 2007.

History

Thebleedingalarm, based out of Kelowna, British Columbia, quickly became a favourite band in the local music scene, often playing with contemporaries Stutterfly
Stutterfly
Stutterfly was a post-hardcore band formed in 1998, originally named Uncle Ed's Private Jet. In February 2007, the band changed its name to Secret and Whisper due to the replacement of their founding vocalist and the corresponding changes in their musical style.The band started in Kelowna, British...

 and Cry of the Afflicted
Cry of the Afflicted
Cry of the Afflicted was a Christian post-hardcore band from Kelowna, British Columbia.-History:Cry of the Afflicted formed in December 2003. They recorded their first single "Tale of a Soul" in January 2004 and quickly rose in popularity in their city's local scene...

.

The band released their first full-length album, Beauty in Destruction in 2005, and were soon after signed by Immortal Records
Immortal Records
Immortal Records is an independent record label out of Los Angeles, California. Founded by Happy Walters in 1994, the label had helped launched the careers of such influential acts as Korn, 30 Seconds to Mars, and Incubus over the years. The label had also released soundtracks, including Judgment...

.

After the first release of 'Beauty in Destruction', the band frequently toured throughout Western Canada until March 2006, when TheBleedingAlarm was invited to play Austin Texas' SouthbySouthwest Festival. Following SouthbySouthwest, TheBleedingAlarm was set to tour with band 'Six'. The tour started in Laguna Beach California, and was set to end in North Carolina. During the beginning of the Tour Six dropped off and left TheBleedingAlarm to headline the rest of the dates.

In April 2006 after a series of disagreements during the bands first American tour, TheBleedingAlarm had a band meeting in which they addressed singer Charles Furney's inconsistent singing. The meeting reportedly ended well, but the next morning Furney announced to the rest of the band that he would be temporarily leaving

Later that afternoon Jens, Kevin, Paul and Thomas parted ways with Charles. With the band deciding to end their tour and drive to New Jersey, and Charles heading back to Kelowna.

Once they arrived in New Jersey the band quickly recruited their friend, singer Scott Rainone from Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Rainone was still in High School but was encouraged from both friends and teachers alike to pursue this endeavour. Scott Flew out to New Jersey to meet up with the band and start rehearsing. The other members were very happy with Rainone, and they quickly got on to a cross-Canada tour with Warcon Enterprises artist Adair. The tour started in Vancouver British Columbia and ended in Windsor Ontario.

The band was very excited about their new singer, and decided to make Scott their permanent replacement for Charles.
Beauty In Destruction was re-released on June 13, 2006 to mainly positive reviews. The re-released album only receiving changes to its artwork. The band held their CD release party in New Jersey at the legendary 'Vintage Vinyl' Record Store. Later that night while meeting with the band and their Manager Sylvia Cunha, Drummer Thomas Karanasos unexpectedly stated that he would be quitting the band due to personal reasons.

After Thomas' departure, friend Ryan Miller filled in on drums for the band for 2 shows in New Jersey, before being replaced by Kenrick Joshua Jr.

Soon after Williams joined TheBleedingAlarm they appeared twice on the 2006 Vans Warped Tour, playing in Vancouver and Calgary.

In August 2006, TBA shot a video in Kamloops British Columbia for their Single 'Sorrow's the seas of my heart'. The video was then put on Fuse On-demand, and has received a small amount of rotation on Canada's 'Much Music'.

After completing one tour Kenrick Joshua Jr. left the group.

This brought in long time friend, drummer Tim Morgan. Tim was asked to join the band in his first semester of the 12th grade. Tim agreed, and completed his high school diploma while on tour.

TheBleedingAlarm was now made up of Jens Madsen(Lead Guitar), Scott Rainon(Vocals), Kevin Moore(Rhythm Guitar), Paul Madsen(Bass) and Tim Morgan(Drums). They toured through the fall of 2006 and stopped for the year in early December. It was during this break that Rhythm Guitarist Kevin Moore decided that he would be quiting the band. Rumors began to circulate that TheBleedingAlarm had broken up, but quickly ceased with the addition of guitarist Chris Colon. The band rehearsed extensively with Colon, and in February 2007 began touring with fellow Immortal Records band A Change of Pace
A Change of Pace
A Change of Pace was a five piece post hardcore and pop punk band from Peoria, Arizona. The band was on both the 2005 and 2006 Warped Tours.-Biography:...

 and Tooth and Nail Recording Artist The Classic Crime
The Classic Crime
The Classic Crime is an Alternative rock band from Seattle, Washington. The band consists of Matt MacDonald , Alan Clark , Robert "Cheeze" Negrin , and Paul "Skip" Erickson . It was announced in November 2011 that Justin DuQue was leaving the band.-Background:Their debut album Albatross was...

.

The band has seen numerous member changes throughout its lifetime, with Jens Madsen being the only remaining original member.

Having not toured since April 2007, thebleedingalarm has gone on indefinite hiatus.

Members

  • Scott Rainone - Vocals
  • Jens Madsen - Guitar
  • Chris Colon - Guitar
  • Paul Madsen - Bass
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