The Passive Aggressives

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CD RELEASE PARTY!!
The CD is done and its off to the printers. It is amazing, so come out and party with us to celebrate this newest arrival of "Conflict Resolution"!!
BANDS ON BROADWAY
July, 11 2008 at THE PASSIVE AGGRESSIVES; CASTLES IN SPAIN & LICK
435 BROADWAY @ Kearny (North Beach), San Francisco, 94133
Cost : $17 at the door -- $12 in advance.

ADVANCE TICKETS $12 www.acteva.com/gobandsonbroadway

Want a sneak peek at the new album or buy an advanced copy? Click HERE!!

PRESS

Smother Magazine

Hating on the Bush administration and Republicans in general is quite in vogue now. So "Evil Clown" isn’t a real surprise lyrically, especially from a band from the lefty San Francisco Bay Area. But this funky quartet bounces and weaves from cliches with their bass-laden alternative rock sound. You can tell this is one helluva good live band as their songs just jump right out of this album. The group isn't putting up a facade—this is the real deal and I love it.
- J-Sin (Smother Magazine)

Radio KRUD

[Y]ou might have thought that you were going to be reading about some sort collaborative project between Primus and Veruca Salt. That would be really cool, but you're getting something that's just as good and with just as hard a rock 'n roll punch: The Passive Aggressives. Plus, it's something new and unique, despite the similarities to the previously mentioned bands, which makes the music all that more interesting to listen to. [T]heir songs give the feeling that something is about big and angry is about to erupt. When you listen to bass-laden, crunch fests such as "Tool Shed" and "Evil Clown" on full blast, it's not that different an experience from standing next to a rumbling volcano that's getting ready to spew hot, crimson lava all over some poor, unsuspecting villagers. If I were you I would keep and eye out for future releases from this band.

Zero Magazine

I have to admit I took this CD because I had thought it was a friend of mine's metal band, Passive Aggressive, also from the San Francisco Bay Area. When I popped this CD into my player and quickly realized my error, I wasn't terribly disappointed at what I heard. The Passive Aggressives are really fun sounding band indicative of the avante guarde alternative funk/rock/metal scene of the late 80's/early 90's. What really stands out for me is the musicianship between the bass player, the guitar player, and drummer. The addition of a soothingly gritty female vocalist adds more power to the bands very mature sound. I found myself particularly enjoying the second track "Tool Shed," which ultimately reminded me of Primus with a twist of Prong. All in all, the Passive Aggressives were not exactly what I was expecting, however, I found myself very much enjoying the originality and authenticity of this very catchy band. So if you happen to see them on a bill anytime soon, stop and give them some love and ask them for a copy of this demo, you won't be disappointed.
- Josh Joesten

Indie Music Stop Feature

This self-titled release is also the debut for the San Francisco Bay area band The Passive Aggressives. The band decided to stay close to home, choosing to record the EP at San Francisco's Hyde Street Studios. The band's music has been described as everything from "happy hardcore" to "libido rock." Whatever label you want to throw on it, the bottom line is that it's fresh, different, and takes a stand. As their name suggests, this release has a schizophrenic side, with song's tempos changing from melodic to all out guitar lead aggression and back in a heart beat. This isn't a bad thing though, as it keeps your attention. The weighty subjects of gambling and prostitution are dealt with on the first two tracks. Its track three, "Evil Clown Song," where the real fireworks begin. The song starts off with a horror film-like clown laugh set against an ominous bass line, to create what can best be described as a freaky sound. When asked about the meaning behind the song, band vocalist Erin Temel said, "It is about our current administration, but it's even more about dissatisfaction with the two-party system in general." The band is currently touring on the West Coast throughout March; then they will be heading to the midwest and east coast in April. They also have plans to hit the studio for a full-length release this summer. This release offers a lot of musical meat to chew on, and pushes the envelope. Which is a good thing.
Senior Writer C.W.Ross

CDBaby Review

Oh My Goodness! It moves me. It shakes me. It makes me want to dance, sing, scream, laugh and cry. I can feel it. And, I can't wait to hear a full length album from these people. This is the most original sound I have heard in years.
Reviewer: Jennifer Pollster

NEWS

02/07/07 -- The Passive Aggressives come to rock you again! 2 FREE SHOWS. Come out, rock with us... and be in our video!!

We'll be demoing our new material for the upcoming album at Beale Street in San Francisco on July 12th. We're trying to put together an amazing video to demonstrate just how pretty we are. Come bring your beautiful self out, howl, scream, and make a cameo.

BEALE STREET BAR -- FREE
12 July 2007 -- 9pm -- 133 Beale at Misssion St between Fremont and Main Street -- in Downtown/Financial/SOMA San Francisco [a block away from Embarcadero Bart]

If you can't come out on the 12th, check us out for a free live webcast tonight. (sorry the short notice, this was a last minute show).

LIVE FREE WEBCAST -- 9:45pm TONIGHT!!
Tune in at: http://mediasource.expression.edu/liveCast.htm

30/05/07 -- Ladies and Gentlemen... Place your bets! --

In just two weeks, The Passive Aggressives embark on their Cal-Neva Summer Tour 2007. If you are near to any of these clubs below, please come and check us out. We'll be doing about 6 new songs! It will be a fantastic time.
-- 6/14/07 @ Fat Cat Music House & Lounge
-- 6/15/07 @ Club Underground
-- 6/16/07 @ The Owl Club

If you can't make it, drop in to our myspace account and hear the new EP "Reloaded." The songs are not new, but the vocals certainly are. So far, the feedback has been amazing. Tell us what you think! www.myspace.com/aggressives
Right now we're in the studio working on new material for our upcoming self-released album that we plan to record in the September timeframe. We've got about 7 songs ready to go. Investors step forward. Listeners and fans drop by a show and let us know what you think. We'll also be filming at these shows for video that we'll be releasing next month.
3. And, you'll get to rock out with some great bands! TPA joins 8 Past and The Atomic Love Bombs for a night of frolic and fun. You WILL be rocked.
Life is still good! Peace out!

14/03/07 -- Friends, Roman's, Countrymen --
Lend me your ear... This is a show you do NOT want to miss.
The Passive Aggressive come not to bury anything, but to rock your togas off at this "Ides of March" Rock FEST at the Voodoo Lounge in San Jose. So, beware the "Ides" and get your boogy down with us. Here is why you don't want to miss this show:

1. We will be introducing, for the first time, our new lead singer, Keren Gaiser. Keren has decided to join forces with TPA and will be rocking out 4 songs on the 15th. It is an AMAZING new sound. Will we use our newly found super powers for good or evil? The jury is out.
2. Have we been quite lately? Well, we've had some changes recently. This may be news to some, but we have parted ways with Erin Temel as she joins a jazz group out of Palo Alto. And, TPA just did a NorthWest tour as a Power-Trio. This is your LAST (only??) chance to see TPA perform as a three piece. Come show us your love and give us your screams!
3. And, you'll get to rock out with some great bands! TPA joins 8 Past and The Atomic Love Bombs for a night of frolic and fun. You WILL be rocked.
We have so much more to report -- but not today!

26/02/07 -- Locomotive hits the TPA --
Like a bullet to brain, the TPA train has been derailed. Erin has parted ways with the TPA to pursue the Jazz. We wish her the best.
Well, the show must go on, and we will go on as a three piece. California, Oregon and Washington... Here we come. For a short time, we're a power trio. Then, we search for a new vocalist.

24/01/07 -- Friends --
We have some AWESOME news to report! Radio play, Zero Mag, iTunes, more tour dates...

Radio--
Break out that bottle of fancy wine because The Passive Aggressives are hitting the airwaves on WUPJ in Pittsburgh. Sweet! This is only the start, we hear that our tracks are getting attention at stations everywhere. People are getting a fever for the TPA.

Press--
Zero Mag is reviewing out EP! Check out the February edition.

iTunes--
If you have not done so already, check us out on iTunes. The new EP is out, posted, and ready for download. If you have a minute, write us a review. It really does help.

Tour-- Saturday (27 Jan 2007) -- We're playing G Street Pub in Davis this weekend with The Girlfriend Experience. This should be an awesome show and worth the drive! We're on at 9:30, so get there early and buy us beer!
Tuesday (06 Feb 2007) -- We'll be doing a show at the Hotel Utah in our very own San Francisco. Come on out for this Tuesday show as we'll be trying out some new material -- Jesus Eyes, The Mess and The Evil Clone Song (follow up to our 2006 hit -- The Evil Clown Song).
06 Feb 2007
Hotel Utah -- Tuesday
500 4th Street (@ Bryant)
San Francisco, CA 94107
Check out our newly redesigned website for more show dates and locations.... www.thepassiveaggressives.com/tour.html

24/01/07 -- Fellow Cosmonaut's -- The Passive Aggressives are about to blasty off to take over the world in 2007! First stop is Johnny V's tomorrow night! Saturday! Bring your fellow space travelers and any alien love machines that you might have picked up and come out to party with us!
Also, we have news to report!! We're on iTunes now. Stop by, and get your download on! Here's the link -- > http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?playListId=210190822
We've got a NW tour loaded for March and plenty of local dates coming up all over the bay!

Good luck up there Comrad!

11/05/06--We had the time of our lives on Tour! Thanks San Francisco, Chico, Reno and Roseville. We will never forget La Tortuga en Fuego!

10/1/06--Our first Tour is Booked! Dates posted here. We are so stoked, pumped and exited. The Road is calling..

9/25/06--TPA on TV! We just recorded our first TV appearance at Comcast Studios in S.F. It was a good experience even with the extreme close-up camera dudes in our face..

6/18/06--Our friend Deanna has agreed to handle managerial duties for the band. We are very happy to have her.

5/27/06--Unfortunately our Emergenza dreams have been crushed. Some other band got picked to go on and we are left with only our hopes for a better tomorrow. We did have fun.

5/08/06--We are working with Justin Weis on the final stages of mixing our new E.P. to be released in June.

Or you can put it in your bottom... And eat la tortuga en fuego!!