Introducing: www.BulletJones.com!!
Current mood: aroused

So, we've been lying low lately, but that doesn't mean we haven't been busy.

A lot has been going on behind the scenes, friends.

We're setting ourselves up to record the next album... and trust us, it's gonna be a doozy!

But in the mean time, we're very pleased to announce the unveiling of our all new website: www.BulletJones.com.

Infinite thanks go to our pals Shawn and Andrew at Wallworm Productions (www.wallworm.com).  They worked their asses off on this little project, and it turned out mighty fine, if I do say so myself.

So check it out.  Tell us what you think.  And we'll see you soon!

-Bullet Jones

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A Very Bullet Interview
Current mood: satisfied

You may remember the always coolsville Dave Schaefer from our last blog posting.  He's the man behind "Life on the C-Bus," a blog website dedicated to the advancement of the local music scene.  Well Dave was kind enough to sit down with the band and chat about what we've got in store for 2008.  Here is an excerpt:



And organic is a word that comes up again when talking about their songwriting.

"Never do we try and write something for the sake of 'We need to have this kind of song' or 'We need to be this kind of band.'" says Ryan. "Everything that we write comes completely out of us and we're 100% thrilled with it. We don't go sit down in the garage and think 'What kind of song don't we have and do we need?' or 'what kind of song is going to make us famous?' We just write the music that we want to write."

"We've really only been playing together for a year," bass player John Allen adds, "so the more we write together the better we get."

"The only experience I have a with a band other than this is playing with Cringe," Mat says. "And we did the same thing in Cringe, only it took us years to get to the point where we're writing now in Bullet Jones. In Cringe it was seven, eight years until we got to the point where we knew what structure we wanted and just kind of gel as a band. And now with Bullet Jones sometimes we can bust out a song in, like, an hour and a half, two hours. Two days ago we wrote that other song--"

"Yeah, it was a riff that Ryan had lying around for a while," John says.

Mat nods. "Just a single riff and we just kinda went from there. One practice, we had a song done. And that, to me, is what's most impressive about this whole last year."

"Yeah, really knowing how to write together," Ryan agrees.



To read the rest of the story, hop on over to http://lifeonthec-bus.blogspot.com/.  Be sure to leave a comment... and don't forget to read all of the other articles on the site!

Currently listening : Semi Precious Weapons We Love You CD

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A Review of our Demo!
Current mood: chipper

David Schaefer is a local Columbus guy that works hard to promote the music scene here in town.  His website/blog, Life on the C-Bus (http://lifeonthec-bus.blogspot.com), is full of info on local bands... our 6-song demo was his most recent review.  Here it is:



This review is long overdue. Released this past summer, the so-called "Demo" EP by local band Bullet Jones is anything but. When I think of a demo, I think of a recording that's a bit rough. Maybe something that was technologically tossed together -- albeit carefully -- using a bandmember's cousin's Mac or exhibiting music and lyrics that could use a bit (if not a lot) of spit and shine. This CD has none of the rough-hewn edges of a typical demo.

Bullet Jones is a classic four piece -- Ryan Cox (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Lee Neuzil (lead guitar), John Allen (bass) and Mat Marcum (drums) -- that plays good old-fashioned, straight-up rock n roll. There's no gimmicks, no desperate attempt to create some new niche in order to get noticed. Maybe they realize -- and rightfully so -- that they don't need it.

The CD is filled (well, as much as a 6-song CD can be considered "filled") with songs that are well-written and well-played. Maybe that's a bit of an understatement, given the exceptional musicianship that Bullet Jones exhibits both individually and collectively. Cox's voice is perfectly suited for the songs and can belt out lyrics with clarity and emotion (he shines on "Song 4") that rivals any million-selling rocker. Neuzil is brilliant on guitar and plays with a precision and style that I'm not sure Columbus can contain. As much as Cox and Neuzil make their mark on this CD, it's the entire band that works so seamlessly well together that makes this independently-produced CD far better than any rock album that a major label has pushed out over this past year.

Though there are no bad songs on Bullet Jones' EP, standout tracks are "Ugly Side," "Song 4," and the anthemic "Ballad of Bullet Jones." Each show a different side of the band, allowing the listener to piece together the success that's in the future for Bullet Jones.

The CD is currently only available at the band's shows, or you can contact them via their MySpace page.

Upcoming shows:
11/18 @ B0MA (Bar of Modern Art)
11/30 @ Ravari Room
12/1 PHILO CD release @ Skully's Music Diner


[UPDATE: I was able to catch Bullet Jones at the Halloween Bash at Andyman's Treehouse Friday night for the first time. Covering AC/DC during their set, the band belted out the likes of "Highway To Hell" and "Back In Black" (which, according to Neuzil, stressed Cox's vocal chords nearly to the limit). They put on an engaging 4-song set and although the band's EP clearly shows their energy, their live show put it to shame.]

Currently listening : Highway to Hell By AC/DC Release date: 18 February, 2003

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Bullet Jones on the radio!!
Current mood: excited

So by now you've probably caught on to the fact that Bullet Jones plans on taking over the world.  Well, first thing's first... Columbus...

Bullet Jones need YOU!
Call the local stations and demand to hear your favorite local rock band.
We're pushing New Religion (the first song on our MySpace page) as our single.
So call every station in town (radio, internet, college, etc.) and let's get this thing rolling!



The Blitz - 99.7 WBZX
   Station Line - 614-821-9970
   Contact the DJs
       myspace.com/theblazor
       myspace.com/ronnihunter
       myspace.com/hannibal997
       myspace.com/randi_andi
       myspace.com/jt997theblitz
       myspace.com/nuberland
       myspace.com/chadillacjones
       myspace.com/radiojc

CD101 - 101.1 WWCD
   Station Line - 614-221-1011
   Contact the DJs
       myspace.com/rachel_nicole
       myspace.com/doctorsmith101
       myspace.com/lesleyjames
       myspace.com/tombutler
       rudyg@cd101.com
       andyman@cd101.com
       myspace.com/independentplayground

Qfm96 - 96.3 WLVQ
   Station Line - 614-821-9696
   Email the DJs
       wags@qfm96.com
       elliott@qfm96.com
       orr@qfm96.com
       kriestiekemper@qfm96.com
       joeshow@qfm96.com
       archie@qfm96.com
       christhomas@qfm96.com
       jayfristoff@qfm96.com
       delynchristian@qfm96.com
       kevinlee@qfm96.com
       chrisdylan@qfm96.com
      
Mix 97.1
   Station Line - 614-821-9710
   Contact the DJs
       sue@mix971.net
       mark@mix971.net
       buzz@mix971.net
       david@mix971.net
       andrew@mix971.net
       angie@mix971.net

97.9 WNCI
   Station Line - 614-821-9624
   Contact the DJs
       andyclark@wnci.com
       chrisdavis@wnci.com
       maxwell@wnci.com
       nathantyler@wnci.com
       fluffer@wnci.com
       mattryan@wnci.com
       martyscott@wnci.com
       guido@wnci.com
       clayton@wnci.com

NPR - WCBE 90.5
   Station Line - 614-365-5555
   Contact the DJs
       mbrennan@wcbe.org

Otterbein Radio - WOBN
   Station Line - 614-823-1015
   Contact the DJs
       music@wobn.net



Call em!  Email em!  20 times a day!!  Request New Religion!!


Listen, Look, Love.  Bullet Jones

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It all comes together...
Current mood: satisfied

The Renaissance is near completion.
It's been an amazing ride so far, and it's only going to get better from here.

If you're reading this, that means you've borne witness to all the changes we've made.  Well, before I go any further, it should be noted that none of this would have been possible without the help of these amazing people/organizations:

J Hammond - BlueMoon Studios
---  Badass engineer who helped Bullet Jones sound better than we ever have.  He can't be stopped.
Paul Cunningham - CoolWorld Photography
---  Amazing photographer with a knack for getting the perfect shot.  If you want to look good, call Pauly.
Richard Jones III - PureMetal Studios
---  What you see is what you get.  Wicked graphic & web designer that makes the local look national.


All that's left is the comeback concert.  Our first show in nearly six months!  This is a huge event, as it will serve as both a CD release for us AND an industry showcase.  Between 3 and 7 major label representatives will be in attendance to check out four amazing bands.
ALSO!!  This show WILL sell out.  Don't wait to buy your tickets at the door, as very few walk ups will be allowed entry, if any at all.  To ensure you'll get into the biggest local concert of the summer, get in touch with anyone in the band and we WILL get your tickets to you.

Saturday, July 28th
CBRs (503 S. Front St. - Brewery District)
18 & up; $5 (contact band for tickets)

Silent Surface
Bullet Jones
This Day Forever
Fall of Man


See you on the 28th.
Listen, Look, Love.  Bullet Jones.

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