Rock Feed Crossfade
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Oct 24, 2024 
Ed Sloan, the lead singer and guitarist of Crossfade, shares the band's journey from their high school beginnings to multi-platinum success. He reminisces about early gigs, musical influences like Metallica, and the surreal moment of signing with Columbia Records. Sloan discusses self-recording their debut album, the emotional tone of later works, and the impact of a studio fire that led to a hiatus. He highlights reconnecting with fans and the excitement of their comeback, ready to embrace a new chapter in their musical journey.
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From High School Jams To Columbia Deal
- Ed Sloan and Mitch met in high school, moved to Atlanta together, and built Crossfade from bar covers to a record deal with Columbia Records.
- They recorded much of the debut album themselves in a basement and then celebrated a showcase in New York where Don Ienner welcomed them to Columbia Records.
Four-Hour Cover Sets Paid The Bills
- The band survived long stints playing four-hour cover-heavy bar sets as Sugar Daddy Superstar to fund their original recordings.
- They endured years of local grind before taking the 'one last push' that led to the Crossfade record.
Expect Long Delays After Signing
- Be patient after signing; label timelines can delay releases for months or years and require endurance.
- Use that downtime to keep honing your craft and sustain your life outside of music.