With sales of three million albums worldwide and a reputation for spectacular live performances, the genesis of The Verve Pipe can be traced back to the early 90s, when lead singer Brian Vander Ark and drummer Donny Brown, members of two rival Michigan bands, joined forces. The band released two independent albums which attracted the attention of RCA Records. The label released their platinum major label debut Villains in 1996. The album included the #1 single "The Freshmen," one of the most successful multi- format tracks of 1997 and winner of an ASCAP Pop Award. Their follow-up release, the critically acclaimed self- titled LP The Verve Pipe, featured "Hero," a Top 15 hit at Modern Rock radio.
In 2009, the band was approached to submit a new song for a compilation album of children songs. That session inspired A Family Album, an original collection of songs intended for the entire family, with fun and inventive lyrics set to the memorable melodies the band is known for. Recording this album set the groundwork for a new rock LP, to be released in 2010. The Verve Pipe is currently on tour performing both old favorites as well as music from the new album.
Sunday, May 16, 2010. 8pm. $10 advance / $12 day of show. Tickets on sale now!
