Shirock's debut release shows an evolution in the making

With an onslaught of recent political events inspiring people around the world, there is no better time to witness the inevitable change on the horizon with the aid of a band such as Shirock.  

Based out of Nashville, Tenn., Shirock is a five-piece band whose influences in the younger stages were Smashing Pumpkins and U2. The band includes Chuck Shirock on vocals/guitar/ piano, Pap Shirock on vocals/keyboard, Adam Gatchel on drums/percussion, Kevin Whitsett on bass and Dylan Williams on guitar.

This young band sends out an uplifting message to the younger generations, hoping to inspire change and make its mark on the music scene. It also capitalizes on the power of rock and roll to get its message heard.

Its debut album Everything Burns takes to heart the bold, canticle songs that are teeming with turbulent urgency and wistful certainty. Not only can this sound be heard in the glorious sweeping melodies, but also in the powerful combination of gritty guitar riffs and wailing vocals.  

According to an interview with Chuck Shirock upon the release, “The songs on the album—they’re our lives, our relationships, our friendships within the band. They’re our pursuit of trying to figure out life, who we are ...  and how it all makes sense. It’s all of that put to music.”
One of the best aspects of this band other than its awesome music is that it doesn’t just sing about making a difference. The members actually make a difference with their non-profit organization Everything Burns to encourage fans to help those in need.
According the the band’s website, the organization has graced high schools and colleges across the nation spreading the message of “‘live for the things that matter’ by making a practical difference in their communities and around the globe.”
As if that weren’t enough, the band has also launched its own Nashville-based clothing-line, Irock Clothing, which features apparel and accessories and is also sold on the band’s website. The line has also managed to sell out at every boutique in Nashville that carries the brand.

At the end of 2009, Shirock became the first independent band to release a CD in Hollister Co. stores around the world. Its music took to customers so quickly that in mid-2010 the band had to re-order over 10,000 copies of Everything Burns to keep up with the demand.

To top off the band’s enterprising, it launched a company called The Movement Group, which houses every aspect of Shirock, including their independent record label. The Movement Group partnered with Sony, RED Distribution and Creative Entertainment Network to launch the label division to take the songs on Everything Burns to a new level.

With this being said, control over every aspect of their music allows Shirock to keep all of its music genuine to itself. This dynamic game plan makes Shirock a band to look forward to hearing from very soon. From the fancy packaging of the CD to the amazing music, Shirock surely rocks.