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June 8, 2010

Ryan Ross and Jon Walker have joined together to form The Young Veins after both of them quit their former band, Panic at the Disco, in July of last year. Despite the fact that the new band features half of Panic’s old lineup, the music from The Young Veins has an entirely different feel.

Compared to the old days, both Ross and Walker now play lead guitar and sing lead vocals. The pair has become quite a well-oiled, songwriting machine as well. To the lineup, they have added Andy Soukal on bass, Nick White on keyboards, and Nick Murray on drums. You can hear for yourself just how this musical adventure sounds on June 8 when their album, “Take a Vacation!” is finally released. I had a lovely conversation with Jon Walker about why Panic really split up, what it’s like going back to square one, and why he and Ross have never been happier.

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May 20, 2010 by TWRY Staff

When Ryan Ross and Jon Walker started writing new material for the follow up to Panic! at the Disco’s 2008 album “Pretty.Odd.” they had no idea the journey they were about to embark on. After two successful albums it was evident that their writing was evolving into something that didn’t really fit the scope of Panic’s distinct sound. Any true artist knows the value of following one’s own instincts and that’s exactly what Ross and Walker did. Making what had to be one of the biggest decisions of their lives the two cited creative differences, left the band and continued writing new music as a duo. While the critics questioned them quizzically and fans responded (sometimes) erratically, the two never looked back knowing that they had done exactly what they needed to do.

And oh what a difference a year makes! On June 8th Ross and Walker are set to release their debut album “Take a Vacation!” under their new band name The Young Veins (joined by Andy Soukal on bass, Nick White on keys and Nick Murry on drums). For anyone looking for Panic! at the Disco revisited, this probably isn’t the band for you. However, if you’re a fan of vintage sounds, catchy choruses, short upbeat ditties and a guaranteed psychedelic trip in a time machine from track to track then you’ve hit the jackpot. Clearly influenced by Southern California culture The Young Veins wanted to write a collection of songs that each had their own style and story. The 29 minute long album will conjure up images of old and undoubtedly remind you of many past greats from The Beatles to The Beach Boys.

While many might think that this band is doing things the hard way by trading in packed arenas for tiny little clubs and throngs of screaming teens for new audiences that they have to win over night after night (okay who am I kidding, the screaming teens will undoubtedly still be in tow), The Young Veins wouldn’t trade this for the world and it’s that kind of determination and dedication to their craft that will undoubtedly win over new fans.

I recently had the chance to talk to Jon Walker about The Young Veins, the new album, and everything in between. continue reading )

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Part One: I'm Younger Now
Ryan: Well, I mean, I guess if you mean like going from being in a really popular band to not being in one, is that what you...?

Interviewer: Yeah, just kind of like starting over.

Ryan: I mean, I dunno. At least so far it's been really exciting. There was a lot...at least a long period of time in Panic where I wasn't really excited about it anymore. Even though this is in some ways starting over, like touring in a van and all that stuff again, at least it's like we're really proud of what we're doing and excited to be doing it.

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transcript by [personal profile] corbae

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