Killing Industry Will Never See The Light at Trophys [Saturday]

Trophys is the embodiment of a "hole in the wall." The atmosphere is simply no frills—dimly lit, black walls, spray-painted exit sign, bartenders that wait on you when they get around to it. It's suiting then that Trophys, which is tucked away in a quiet pocket on South Congress, will serve as the host of a CD release show for local reggae-influced group Killing Industry's Will Never See the Light. The release has been three years in the making, and it seems like there may be some light after all for Killing Industry.

The group doesn't possess the typical self-aggrandizing nature of many Austin musicians. They just focus on making good music and garner a natural following. They've been in the biz for awhile (most since high school age) and have taken music beyond just something to do as a bored angsty teen. Killing Industry even record, mix and master their own stuff at home-based Puffin Studios, showing they know both the science and soul behind music. Seasoned musicians Sam Berniard and Chad Gowan dabbled in several projects around the Houston area before creating Killing Industry in 2006. Mark Hammett, Kyle Williams and Jason Harrison joined shortly after, toting impressive resumes as well.

Each member's characteristic talent and desire to make beautiful music is supported by their alluring stage presence. The live performance packs a supreme mix of bohemian flavor and ska roots. The deal is sweetened with they throw a little trumpet and maraca into the mix. Song influences include broken relationships, music sharing and everyone's favorite—pizza. The well-rounded tunes on Will Never See The Light are full of passion and intensity and completed with clever titles: "How's the Survivings, Eh?", "Pseudo Suicide Scene" and "Sunflower Tentacle Party" to name a few. With influences ranging from The Police to Of Montreal, the group layers complex syncopation and fleeting harmonies with bluesy guitar licks and breathtaking vocals.

Step in early for performances from Perfect Pants (a progressive pop bunch with amazing britches) and Holiday (a sweet indie clan with tropical tones). Be sure to pick up a copy of the Will Never See the Light EP for five bucks.
Killing Industry [myspace]
Perfect Pants [myspace]
Holiday [myspace]