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News: Ready for Download!

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800

The NotreMonde demos are now up and ready for download HERE.!!!

Show: Mar 10, 2010 @ Citizen Smith

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

News: First Song is Up

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Take a look at the music player....Hey! How' bout that! The first of our completed NotreMonde demos is up for your listening pleasure. We're readying all the tracks for easy download. Sign up on our mailing list and we'll provide you with a code to use in order to download the whole album.

-(((XDL)))

News: At Last!

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800

As we get ready for tonight’s show at Bordello in downtown LA (we’re supporting pals Socadia for their ep release party), we are ecstatic to report that the final mixes of the NotreMonde demos are complete!

We’ll be giving away some of these songs tonight, and are readying a web page for their easy download and distribution. We’ve got big plans for this year, and are thrilled to have a collection of music that shows off what we hear in our head.

It’s been a lot of hard work, and we’re proud to say it was all done “in-house.” We were adamant about not spending a dime on this project so we could save our hard-earned (and scarce) money. This means we pass the savings on to you!! These songs will all be given away for free, though we may ask for an email address. Hope that’s not too much to ask….

First things first, we’ll play our first show in some months, then tomorrow we’ll get these songs posted so you can hear them.

Now, off to rock…

-RS

News: Sooo Close

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800

The light is at the end of the tunnel. We're rounding the bend on the mixing process and are very pleased with how everything is sounding. It shouldn't be much longer now so thanks for your patience, everyone.

For a laugh, take a look at this piece of "social commentary" that Justin found tacked up in his local laundromat:

News: This makes our day.

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800

-from the Echoes de Luxe page on iTunes

News: Free CD Sampler for all who attend!

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800

News: Sneak Peek

Sat, 23 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800

We've posted the first of our sneak peeks here on the site. The song is titled "The Ashen Year." It's just a rough instrumental mix for now, but we'll be posting more teasers as the mixes are worked on.

News: Finally!

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Rejoice, one and all. We have finished recording all tracks for our new batch of songs, dubbed the 'NotreMonde Demos.'

Mixing begins this week, and as promised we will be making them available for free download once they're finished. Expect some snippets and teasers to be posted here and there.

Thanks for your patience, and as ever, join our mailing list for more exclusive tracks and updates.

-(((XDL)))

News: stop. and go.

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800

ok, we’ll admit it….these recent “demo” recordings are taking far too long. In fairness we should never start a project during the holidays, as it is inevitable that we will have to take breaks and cram studio time in around everything else that is going on. That said, what IS recorded is sounding superb (if we do say so ourselves) and we are all impatient and anxious to get it done. The goal for TODAY is to post that near-complete version of “You, I, Me” replete with vocals for everyone to hear.

k thnx bai

News: First Show of '10 Booked

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Just a quick announcement that the first gig of 2010 has been booked. We will be performing at Socadia's EP Release Party at Bordello bar in Downtown LA, February 24. We have known their drummer Dusty for some time now and they're a great band, so check them out. Incidentally a very early lineup of Echoes performed at Bordello many many moons ago. Now for the real thing....

News: Recording Update

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800

As of today all keyboard parts have been laid down. It's now up to Richard to track vocals for the remaining songs and finish his last-minute guitar overdubs, then it's on to mixing. It seems the band has been able to stick to the schedule they laid out in December, which means everything should be mixed, mastered, and ready for download by the end of January. We're looking into easy ways of downloading all 8 songs at once to save time. Barring that they will still be available the same way "Astronaut" is here. Just click the mp3 icon next to the song in the player and the download should start automatically. (Help yourself if you haven't already...)

Everyone is thrilled with how these songs have come together in the studio, and we all can't wait to share them with the world. What better way to start 2010 than by giving away a free record???

News: 23° 26'

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Happy Winter Solstice, everyone. It only gets lighter from here....

As for the band, the holidays aren't slowing us down too much. Justin has as good as completed all his guitars for the recordings, so you can hear the updated version of "You, I, Me" HERE. Over the holiday break Richard will begin tracking vocals, and after that it is keys and some last minute overdubs and we're finished.

We're thrilled to share the songs with everyone, they're sounding better and better each day.

Be well! We wish you all a safe, happy, and relaxing holiday season.

(((XDL)))

News: Bass Tracks Are Complete

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Proud to announce that all bass recordings for the new demos are complete. Tomorrow we start setting up and mic'ing guitar amps. Pictures and video will be coming as we show all the rigs and setups, (for those of you who are into that kind of thing.)

We are also sharing the tracking process of one of our new songs, "You, I, Me." Right now you can hear the rough drum and bass mix of the song on our Tumblr blog: "NOTRE MONDE:::NOTRE SON" (Our World, Our Sound). As we track the guitars, vocals, etc, we'll upload the versions so you can hear our progress, and maybe gain some insight as to how we achieve our sound....

News: Guitar Tracking Has Begun

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Richard has started selecting guitar tones and laying down rough parts for the 8 songs we plan to be releasing as free demos.

You can hear the rough mix of the song "You, I, Me" with drums, bass, and his guitar tracks HERE.

As promised the band will continue to post updated versions as all the parts are complete.

News: Zero Hour

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Echoes de Luxe will be performing some acoustic numbers live on Zero Hour this Wednesday the 9th at 8 pm. LA denizens can (and should) stop by Tony's Saloon downtown to watch the show and enjoy some of the best cocktails you will get in the city.

Listen live at www.spreadradiolive.com or on iTunes Radio (search Zero Hour).

News: Recording Continues....

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0800

A bulk of Richard's guitar tracks are finished, so over the weekend the band will be setting up the studio to track Justin's parts. First up will be "You, I, Me", the song we are posting successive versions of in order to show our 'creative process'. If you haven't already, check it out here.

Tonight is also Echoes de Luxe's last show of 2009. It's been a busy year and the band is excited to get this new collection of songs into everyone's hands and start the new year with renewed momentum and energy. We encourage all our LA fans to come out to the show and celebrate with us.

Thanks to all

(((XDL)))

News: 12.11.09

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0800

News: Drum Tracks Finished

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Pleased to report that all drum tracks have been recorded for the new collection of demos. Brahm's up next to lay his bass parts down...

Here's Matt laying down the last chorus for new song "Breathe"

News: New Demos

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800

It's official. As soon as we get back from Marshallpalooza in San Diego, we will be setting up the XDL studios for our new collection of demos. Some of you have heard versions of these songs at our live shows, and others have been kept secret....All in all they represent a truer vision of the band's direction, and a synthesis of our varied individual tastes.

We plan to run a tight ship, meaning we will get some completed by the Thanksgiving break. Here's a brief rundown of the songs we will be tackling:

When the Devil Lies
Places Called Home
You, I, Me
The Ride
Don't Know How to Cry
So Long
The Ashen Year
Breathe

Most importantly, ALL of these demos will be made available for free download in some way or another. We'll work out the details later, but keep in touch and we'll announce their release.

We're excited to share them, hope you're excited to hear them.

xoxo

-RDS

News: Marshallpalooza

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800

The band is gearing up for their headlining slot at Marshallpalooza, the annual festival at Thurgood Marshall College (UCSD). According to their website, this event IS open to the public, so our San Diego fans should be able to attend. Set time is 7:15, more info to come...

News: Day of the Dead Show

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Some shots from the 11.1 show up now in the Photos section

News: "Beyond Words"

Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Our screening of the short film "Beyond Words" is imminent! We're still excited to see it, but will have to remain patient for a little while longer.

To the uninitiated our song "Alchemy" serves as a major piece of the score for this story. We expect and hope this film to do well at all the upcoming festivals, and can't wait to set our eyes on it.

News: XDL Online Radio Feature

Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 -0800

We will be a featured artist on this weekend's "Soundcheck" on LAGenX radio. Listen in HERE and learn about the support they offer to indie and upcoming bands in Los Angeles.

News: Landmark Sampler

Fri, 15 May 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Here's a sneak peek of the Landmark Theatres Summer Sampler. Our song "Alchemy" was chosen to close out the CD. We're in some pretty good company here...

News: XDL in latest issue of Maxim

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Check out our mention in the July issue of Maxim:

News: XDL 7.19.09

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Thanks everyone who came out for us in Hollywood last night-we're eager to share all the video and photos taken from the show.

We're back in the rehearsal studio working on more new music, and are looking forward to taking this show on the road. Stay tuned and keep spreading the word!

News: Update 8.14.09

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Hello

These days finds us seriously looking into our recording options for releasing the next batch of songs. For those who have caught our live show lately you have heard some of the new stuff We have been getting great feedback on it-it's very encouraging! The new tunes work to "fill in the gaps" on the EP, and also see us pushing ourselves in new directions. Regardless we really want to see a release before year's end, and are working hard to make that happen.

In other news we are currently booking as many shows as we can over the next few months. We are sticking to So. Cal. right now, but as things progress we will start reaching out to our friends in San Fran and the Northwest, Vegas, Arizona, etc. A true goal would be to play our old haunts in New England, which we left so many years ago, but never really "left behind."

New merch is also on the way, and we will have shirts and posters for sale on the site soon! (we hope)

*PLUS* good friend Todd Newman (a familiar voice to all "Dark Matter" listeners) is editing together a live video of "The Price of Love" from the footage he shot at our show 7.19. Should be finished and put online asap!

Check back for new dates, and keep on sharing the music!

News: Three of Clubs Show

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Thanks to all who came out in support last night-we hope you enjoyed the show...It was a short but sweet set that flew by before we knew it, but it was great being back on stage again...

See you in two weeks...

(((XDL)))

News: Exploring Dark Matters

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Had a great time on Dave Navarro's Dark Matter last night. Dave and I had a chance to play an Echoes de Luxe tune, and even collaborated on Pink Floyd's "Fearless." We also got a call-in from Kerry Brown and Billy Corgan whom Dave played with on the recent Spirits in the Sky tour. Hope they enjoyed the 'Floyd...

Thanks everyone for listening, and as mentioned on air, sign up on our mailing list and we'll send you the recorded demos of the unreleased Echoes songs performed on the show.

HERE'S the link to the podcast, as promised. And PS, download the 9.10.09 show...

-Richard

News: Another One Down...

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Last night the band tried out some new material at the Dragonfly in Hollywood. The "secret" show was filmed and live performances may be deemed suitable for public consumption...

This is also an advance notice of the group's next show, also at Dragonfly, October 25th at 10pm. The band offers a limited guest list to any and all who RSVP via email. Sign up on the mailing list and/or email the band. As ever all new mailing list subscribers will receive unreleased Echoes de Luxe songs, and be the first to hear the new songs as they are demoed, recorded, and released.

News: Echoes de Luxe @ Mr. T's Bowl

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Great show last night at Mr. T's everyone, thanks for coming out. We will be posting pics from the show courtesy of photog Leo Matus....

Rehearsals have been going very well, as have our recent writing sessions. These new songs have us all very excited, and we are all eager to get them recorded and released.

**PLUS*** It's being created now, but expect some new content to be uploaded regularly here on the site. We've got plans to start creating some visual and audio blogs. The idea behind them is to start providing a small window into our world: what inspires us and how we turn that inspiration into our music.....

NOTRE MONDE:::NOTRE SON

News: Free Downloads of "Astronaut"

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0800

We are currently offering a free MP3 download of our song "Astronaut". Just click on the "mp3" icon next to the song in the Music Player and it will start the download.

-enjoy

"Astronaut Blue" -Nathan Rosser

News: Next...

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0800

The next LA gig has been announced. The band will be back on the Dragonfly stage Sunday October 25 @ 10 pm sharp. Email the band with your RSVP to be put on the guest list for the night. More new material will be revealed....

News: Echoes de Luxe unplugged

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Saturday's acoustic performance at the Dakota Lounge was a success. As ever the sound was fantastic-this venue shows off the band better than anywhere. Soundboard recordings will be made available shortly, but for now check out the video of the unreleased Echoes de Luxe tune, "When the Devil Lies".

Press: ZERO HOUR: Last Night at Tony's

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Thank you to Echoes De Luxe for an amazing acoustic set! Unfortunately we were unable to capture it in the archive but they have promised to come back next month. Mangina Jess was there to digitally capture the magic of Zero Hour at ... - Google

Press: XDL in July '09 Maxim

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Echoes de Luxe- "The Price of Love" "They're a local L.A. band who make roll to the beach, buy-the-groceries music sound sexy. I do neither of those things." - Maxim Magazine

Press: MODEL CITIZEN: Echoes de Luxe

Sat, 18 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Echoes de Luxe is the kind of band you want to hang out with. Comprised of Rick Swan, Brahm Bourque, Justin K. Smith and Matt Lesser, EDL is band of East coast friendly misfits with enough style sense to make you feel, well, in-superior. Aww. Well, that’s what bands do – give us non-musicians something to strive for, so you can’t blame them. I sat down with lead singer Rick Swan to talk fashion, mustaches and Jaws. Here you go. - Citizen LA

Press: (((XDL))) on Radio Orphans Podcast

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0800

[Thanks to Radio Orphans for spinning "Astronaut" on their latest podcast...] "Radio Orphans weekly music podcast is dedicated to bringing you original independent music from around the world. Each episode is hosted by Jaw Knee and Finneaus of the Radio Orphans." - Google

Press: Episode 10: May 16, 2009 - Podcast - LAGenX

Sun, 17 May 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Discussed the demise of the hair bands, kids being over-medicated, and Ann Coulter flashing her vajayjay to Geraldo Rivera. Featured the band Echoes de Luxe in Soundcheck. They're groovy. Check them out at EchoesdeLuxe.com. ... - Google

Press: spread: sasha grey & horrorpops

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0800

it felt like i needed some different human elements in the stuff skribble puts out of his system, so i hired my friends rick and brahm from echoes de luxe. they have a few demos up online and are currently looking for a drummer to join ... - Google

Press: Echoes de Luxe Tonight at El Cid

Tue, 05 May 2009 00:00:00 -0800

If you’re looking for something to do on a Monday night, I highly recommend that you check out LA-based retro future rockers Echoes de Luxe tonight at El Cid. Echoes de Luxe finished their debut EP in late 2008. ... - Google