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As led by singer/songwriter/guitarist Andy Hull, the maturity of Manchester Orchestra's songwriting belied the fact that the bandmembers were barely legal when their group came into existence. Based in Atlanta, GA, the indie rock outfit grew out of songs that Hull had begun writing while a junior in high school. Encouraged by positive response, he opted for home schooling senior year to be able to spend as much time as possible in the studio writing and recording. Friends started collaborating with him over time, and Manchester Orchestra soon solidified into a trio filled out by bassist Jonathan Corley and drummer Jeremiah Edmond. Hull's songwriting had noticeably progressed with the addition of his friends, and at that point, the decision was made to trim their growing album down to only five songs for an EP release. You Brainstorm, I Brainstorm, But Brilliance Needs a Good Editor thus appeared in 2005 through the band's own Favorite Gentlemen Recordings. With the EP out, Manchester Orchestra began playing shows around the Southeast and added keyboardist Chris Freeman into the mix along the way. Their record turned heads in and around Atlanta, and also started making a stir beyond the city limits. The guys were invited to play slots at the South by Southwest and Lollapalooza festivals in 2006 before work on their full-length album began that summer; the resulting I'm Like a Virgin Losing a Child was issued by the year's end. The record proved to be a poignant collection of memorable hooks and thoughtful narratives that showcased a similar style to acts like the Weakerthans and Death Cab for Cutie. Eventually, studio intern-turned-guitarist Robert McDowell joined on permanently, and as a steady buzz continued to grow, especially on Internet blogs, Manchester Orchestra snagged an opening spot on Brand New's largely sold-out spring 2007 tour. ~ Corey Apar, All Music GuideMore

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Manchester Orchestra
Mean Everything To Nothing , the second album from Atlanta's Manchester Orchestra, is everything you...
Songs: 25, Videos: 11, Playlists: 3, Blog Posts: 40, Polls: 0, Battles: 0

Most Popular Music Videos (14)

I Can Feel A Hot One
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May 31st, 10:10pm
I Can Barely Breathe
(Duration: 4:52)
Aug 5th, 7:16am
Golden Ticket
(Duration: 3:29)
Aug 5th, 7:17am
Now That You're Home
(Duration: 3:04)
Aug 5th, 7:16am
The River
(Duration: 5:57)
Jul 23rd, 5:06am
Everything To Nothing
(Duration: 5:37)
Jul 11th, 4:10am
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Fan Comments

Oct 15th, 7:49am
I can't wait until they come to Seattle on 10/14!! They are soo amazing live!! and the Show is all ages!! woo woo. It is at the Showbox SODO... and they are opening for Brand New!
Oct 7th, 8:39pm
what do you think about say anything's new video? http://www.imeem.com/rockvideos/video/dBSLan4R/say-anything-hate-everyone/ be on the lookout for their self-titled album dropping 11/3
Aug 4th, 3:33pm
awesome band!!!! AND FROM MY HOMETOWN!!!! whoooo
Jun 11th, 5:09am
WOW! i bought th CD today and it's incredible. Thanx for making such an amazing album.Andy Hull is an amazing singer and songwriter
Apr 26th, 10:23pm
I definitely agree Katie! They also have videos for each single off the album which is available now at:

http://www.themanchesterorchestra.com/videos
Apr 23rd, 4:32pm
Manchester's new album is insanity! its amazing and has music for every kind of music fan!! check out the
Manchester Orchestra Official Site www.themanchesterorchestra.com
Feb 5th, 1:04am
Hey guys..you should check out the new single from Manchester Orchestra called "I've Got Friends"..it's definitely a catchy one and definitely worth it! You can listen to and download it here:

http://www.spinner.com/2009/02/04/manchester-orchestra-ive-got-friends-mp3-exclusive/
Nov 9th, 4:13pm
Love the music!
Nov 4th, 4:50pm
�ber awesome...
Nov 3rd, 9:27pm
Georgia rock'n'roll. It don't get no better.

Upcoming Shows

12/02 New York, NY - Hammerstein Ballroom
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12/03 Providence, RI - Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel
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12/05 West Palm Beach, FL - Sound Advice Amphitheatre
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12/06 Tampa, FL - Ford Amphitheatre
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