As independent bands climb the ladders of their industry, they're often told to come up with a story to tell. For Rightfully Accused, finding a story is not the problem. Rather, which story to tell, is the more perplexing question for this group.
This is no longer the story of a bunch of young boys who set out with a common vision of attaining great musical success, certainly it started out that way, but over the years those boys have grown into young men. Young men who've been through dozens of trials individually and as a group, but continued to stand tall.
This is now the story of a group of Americans who can relate to every worker who has fought to keep their livelihood alive, only to lose everything to circumstances beyond their control. It's the story of a generation who grew up in a land of promise, now dazed by the truths of a world that radically changed just as they were coming into their own. It's the story of every broken hearted soul who's ever loved someone, or something they couldn't have. It's the story of every frustrated, torn, confused, broken soul out there. But, it's also a story of perseverance, an unwillingness to bend or break under the pressure that the world continues to relentlessly barrage us all with. It's a story of affirmative action in the face of adversity. This is also a story of men who believe that perhaps the trials were necessary to help each person find themselves, to humble a selfish culture that needed to realize its hidden strengths. This is a story of passion, pain, strength , love, and growth.
Through an epic live performance which features a robust eleven pieces, complete with a string section, keyboards, and background vocalists to accompany the original guitar, bass, and drums line-up, the group blends various characteristics of rock, pop, dance, R&B and more for a fresh original sound. In their newest album, Western Air - Elements of the New American Dream, Rightfully Accused takes on the daunting task of trying to articulate the multi-faceted emotional complexity that surges through the hearts, minds, and souls of the modern American.
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I've been waiting down here for you a long, long time
Now you're here and I'm dieing to leave
I've been swimming around its my choice
But I'm gonna drown soon if I don't get up for air
Yeah all I really want is to breathe its been so long
Chorus
And it brings these changes
I've had enough but you're holding me down, come on
It's these changes
I swear to move I'll do all I can do
I keep fighting just to get out
Surrounded by the feel as it eats me alive
I can't stop it if I want it's like my heart's own suicide
In fact it only grows much stronger
I think I see the sun again
But the light's too dim and I don't know where to shine
Yeah all I really want is to see its been so long
Bridge
Think for the long run
No promise but I'll tell
So you're knockin em down yeah
Knockin em down
Talk about choices
Then tie yourself down
Plug yourself in it's the only way to go
Point of the Matter
I practiced all the lines, it must've been a thousand times
But still forgot them all each time I looked into your eyes
But what can I expect when all I ever see of you
Is "hi, hello" but baby's always just passing through
I've got respect for every single thing it is you do
Wouldn't have it any other way to tell the truth
But that's beside the point the problem here is me and you
There's just so much that I never got through
Chorus:
And the point of the matter
Is none of it matters
Not a day goes by you aint on my mind
And each time I turn away
It's like the whole world shatters
And you aint there to help me put it back again
It's hardly fair to say I don't have a reason
Yeah, you were there is it so hard to remember
I'm not the type to simply turn to emotion
I wouldn't be here if you hadn't come too
Bridge:
I know that you check in baby
You must think from time to time
Cuz you can't keep your distance baby
Time and time again you'll call
Life is a Game
I say step back
Take a good look around
You said this is how you want it but look what you've found
You want it
All night, and all of the time
Said you like it dirty
No reason or rhyme
You like the way that it sounds but baby look what you pay
You say its just a little grit but it eats you away
Life is a game that you learn while you play it
Just roll the dice aint never hurt no one
Dirty for dirty just put another bottle down
But you ought to know by now
You say step back
I like where I'm at.
And I hear what you're saying but I know you don't mean that
No you're, too deep
And too far behind
You tell me not to worry but I'm losing my mind
I like the way that it sounds but babe it took me so far away
I say its just a little grit but it eats me away
C'est la vie you say to me its all you'll ever know
Aint ever hurt no one no no
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Rightfully Accused Announces Indefinite Delay on Western Air Part II Release
Sean Murray to focus on solo efforts
Denver, Colorado/US - October 16th, 2011
Its a head-space issue. says Rightfully Accused singer and group leader Sean Murray. Nearly a year after the release of Western Air Part 1 - Classy, Chic, Sophisticated The group announced it would officially be putting off the release of the second part of the EP series even further, despite saying publicly on several occasions this past summer that the group planned on releasing the second installment in the near future.
For the past several months Ive been visiting the studio to record the songs for this album, but I find myself continually hitting a wall with production. This part of the album is considerably more raw and upbeat than the first EP, and to be honest, Im just really not in the right mood for that right now. Ill admit, even I think thats a tad whiney, I really have a job to do here. But, after putting a lot of thought into it and discussing the matter with Dave ((DiGiacomo) the bands drummer and only other regular member.), we came to the conclusion that its better to wait until were in the right head-space in order to put forth our best effort on this album. Explains Sean. I really do want to finish this album, but I dont feel like Im able to give it everything Ive got, or everything it, and the fans, deserve right now.
Over the past year while the group has been focusing on refining its monstrous eleven piece live production, and attempting to record the songs for Part II Sean has been writing new material alongside the project, as well as performing solo acoustic shows at small, intimate venues with several local musician friends. Apparently well be seeing a bit more from this angle over the next several months, including a new solo release.
I have tons of material! While Western Air is basically finished as far as the writing goes, life keeps moving along, so, of course, the writing does too. At the same time we decided to quit forcing the sessions for Part II I simultaneously decided Id go to work on a stripped down solo project. Ive already spent several days in the studio working on an EP which features some new material, some remakes of old material, and some deep cut stuff that we just never recorded before, all in a much more sparse, raw format than what we usually do with the band recordings. So much so that its really pretty likely that some of it might show up in more produced versions on later band releases.
While most details are still being kept secret with regards to that release, we know that it features a mix of acoustic guitar, and piano based material, and that Sean is hoping to release his solo EP sometime late October-November.
So what does this all mean for Rightfully Accused?
I tend to avoid making promises when emotions are involved, and of course they always are in music, but at this time I think I can certainly say that by no means is this an end to Rightfully Accused. Basically right now I feel I can move a little faster on my own, so much so that Jace Hill (Lost Point) and I have been talking about going out and doing little tours through the mid-west as soon as November and Id like to do even more traveling throughout the winter. This is basically a kind of musical sabbatical for me, allowing me to mentally and emotionally handle a number of personal issues Ive been battling with for several years now while playing with the band puzzle in my head a little and purging the song well in hopes of putting in some fresh water so to speak. In the end I think all of this will greatly benefit the band as a whole. Ive also had a bit of an issue with how infrequently weve been able to play live the past year (Three full band shows since last October), so this hopefully helps with the ability to give more fans, more of the shows I feel they deserve for the support theyve constantly shown us.
Updates for all of this as it develops can still be found on the Rightfully Accused website at www.rightfullyaccused.com or in real-time on the bands Facebook page. As the solo project really begins taking shape, look for links to a Sean Murray Solo page on RevebNation and Facebook.
Rightfully Accused is an original regional pop/rock/dance band based out of the Denver area with a vivid 15 year history. Currently the group is Denvers only eleven piece pop act complete with a string section, keys, guitars, backing vocalists, drums, and bass. Sean Murray is the groups only original member and serves as the organizations president, frontman, guitar player, and main songwriter.
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February 26th, 2011
First RA Performance Since October : Sean Murray in an Intimate Acoustic Performance/ Benefit
What:Sean Murray solo acoustic performance, and other groups live - Benefit for Ashleigh Raymondi (Thyroid cancer patient.)
When: March 6th, 2011
2:00pm
Where: Smokin' Joe's
4700 Kipling St. Ste B
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
(303) 428-4597
Other:$10 door charge, All Ages.
Show Details: Sean Murray of Rightfully Accused live at Smokin' Joe's in an intimate solo acoustic performance featuring songs from their new album "Western Air", including new un-recorded material, as well as songs from the group's past. Also features Money Shot, Dark Red Sky, Danny Masters, and 69 Times. Free buffet, raffles, and more! Proceeds benefit Thyroid Cancer patient Ashleigh Raymondi. $10 door charge.
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Denver Based Music Group “Rightfully Accused” Announces New Four-Part Album Release.
Denver, CO, USA - September 12, 2010 -
Rightfully Accused prepares to release part one of a four part album series titled “Western Air - Elements of the New American Dream” on October 31st, 2010 along with a spectacular live performance at Denver’s Gothic Theater.
Over a year and a half after the release of their first album “Ready or Not…”, Rightfully Accused announced plans to release a series of four short albums with individual themes that each fit into one larger album concept. The first EP, which will be released October 31st, is titled “Classy, Chic, Sophisticated” and will feature three singles that the group has been in the studio recording since mid-June.
Over the past several months the group has been letting fans know that they can expect some pretty major changes to the sound they’ve been used to. Already the band'’s web pages have seen a radical facelift with new logo’s and themes, often featuring the tag line, "“A new era begins.”.." Apparently the overall sound of the new album reflects these changes.
“Over the last couple years we’ve gone through a lot of trials that really caused us to grow as people, we’ve also opened ourselves up to a ton of new musical influences. All of this really came out in the writing and production for this album. To be honest, it’s almost a bit of a stretch to say we’re the same band we were before at all .” Says the group’s front man, Sean Murray.
To accompany the release of the album the group has also been polishing up a live show that was very much designed with the audience in mind.
Murray elaborates, “At some point during the planning of this album we took a step back and really thought about what our role in society is as a band. Amongst the multitude of conclusions we came to, our most basic function is to be entertainers. As obvious as that seems I think a lot of bands fall into a routine and start to take that for granted. With that in mind, we set out to create a show that really, truly makes our audience feel like they made the right choice coming to see us on any given night, in any given city. We want to earn the right to have people in front of us. It’s a tough idea when you start thinking about today’s entertainment options, but we’ve got a lot of surprises worked into this show that we’re very excited to show the world.”
Immediately after the release show, the group intends to begin working on a national tour schedule for 2010-2011.
Rightfully Accused is a band based out of Denver Colorado who describes their sound as a mix of R&B, Pop, Dance and Rock music. The group has played throughout Denver and the regional scene for about twelve years. More information can be found at www.rightfullyaccused.com.
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May, 1 2011
Rightfully Accused's Sean Murray Releases Instrumental Single.
Earlier this week Rightfully Accused front man Sean Murray released an impromptu recording featuring an instrumental single by the name of "A Partir De Maintenant".
A solo effort featuring a piano theme with light string arrangements, the song is said to be the result of what amounts to a recorded jam session, said to be released from the bands "Random Ideas" folder, a file where the group keeps its various demos and developing song ideas.
The song is available for free download and can also be heard on the music page at www.rightfullyaccused.com
February 26, 2011
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February 06, 2011
Rightfully Accused's " Western Air Part 1 - Classy, Chic, Sophisticated" Featured In Music Blog "Between The Headphones"
See the latest "Western Air review here:
http://betweentheheadphones.com/2011/rightfully-accused/
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January 06, 2011
Rightfully Accused publishes their "2010 Thank You List"
Reads as follows:
First, we’'d like to thank you, the fans. Not one thing we do could happen without your amazing and continuing support. Some of you have been with us a long time and some of you are just climbing aboard. Know that you are all greatly appreciated and loved. We hope to bring you a dazzling year this year, it was designed with you in mind.
Eric Everhart, at this point, it'’s quite possible this would now be a non-existent group without the tons and tons of selfless giving you did for this group over the past year, we love you. Carmen Allgood with The Colorado Wave. Bubba at 18th Street in Scottsbluff. Frankie Gomez. Jason and Melissa Lycan of Whisper Fiercely. Debbie at the Tote Away. Dawn Simmons, Jodi Malloy, and everyone at G.I. Jodi’s. Donald Passman for writing it all down in one place! Martin Adkins for showing the way. Chris Thomas. Paige Montgomery. Everyone in Warner Drive. The Lost Point guys, crew, and family. Amber Schaefer. Doug Tackett of Road Dawg Touring. One of our longest standing band friends, Barb Dye of Sweet Revenge Management. Dave’'s Parents: Mike and Cathy Croy (of Timeless Woodworking ; )) for yet another year of providing us with a place to do our thing and amazing support in a hundred other ways. Lou Digiacomo for your support all these years, Sean'’s Parents: Mark and Trish Murray for giving me a platform to start from and for years of encouragement and support. Ann Murray thanks for letting me crash in your office. Ashley Marie Murray, you’'ve been an informant and a gateway in many helpful ways. Eric Walker. Squiggles’ Parents for always keepin’ it real! David (Squiggles) Becher, lol, always resistant and purposely a pain in the ass but you were always down to fill in whenever we needed it, thanks for the good times, I’m sure there’ll be more, Josh Mendoza, Jen Mendoza, Brandy Self. Jennifer Mass. Michelle Paulson. C.W. Ross from C.W.’s Music Blog, Mike Martin from Interstate Live.
We haven’'t really had a place to publish this, so we’re also going to include our album thank you’s here, some names repeat, but you guys truly deserve more than a couple thanks from us, again thank all of you for helping create a project we‘re truly proud of and have great expectations for in the coming year:
Rightfully Accused would like to thank the following people for their incredible support in making “Western Air - Part 1”:
Eric Everhart, you are the most amazing person alive, nothing in our entire production hasn‘t been touched by your efforts during this project, countless thank you's. Anna Wells gets a thanks here too, for allowing me to steal Mr. Everhart so many countless hours during the recording and editing phases, not to mention sending him back to you stressed as hell, you're awesome lady! The Decker Family, for letting us come into your home and make all kinds of noise for a good 20 days. Dr. Scott Martin and his whole team (especially Tom Bingemann) for all of your help with the voice over the past year+! Pete Buchwald for all your help with the vocal recording. Kyle Coberly, for saving our butts and injecting your talents into the mixing and mastering phase. Jason McDaniel and Andrew Starr at Airshow for injecting your talents and your help mixing the first single off this album. To our massive cast of supporters over the past year, again, we couldn’t have pulled this off without each and every person who helped us during this project: Mike and Cathy Croy/ Timeless Woodworking, once again you‘ve given us a thousand reasons to say thanks, this album truly doesn’t exist without you, nor does the live performance. Melony Williams, Dani Bruns, Luke Ramirez, Heather Eischens, Celeste Benett, Ryan Priest, Heather Smith, Leslee Barnicle, Barb Dye, Mark and Trish Murray, Ann Murray, Ashley Murray, Jennifer Maas, Amber Schafer, Jason and Mellissa Lycan at Whisper Fiercely, Steve Franseen and Skinny at SSS Productions (for a multitude of reasons) Laura Von Frrranzen for hookin’ us up with the tailor and dry cleaning (Get your dry cleaning done at Wellshire Cleaners if you live in Denver!). The dozens of wonderful friends we have now and will make soon in the radio and media industries. The Denver NSAI and everyone at the DSE for helping make these songs bomb! Every independent artist who has had any kind of success over the past several years, big and small, you’ve been an inspiration and helped us believe in our own careers by not only showing the way, but by proving it can work. We’d also like to thank all zillion of our influences, where the hell would we be without you?
For our show on October 31st, which was a pivotal point for us, we’d also like to thank the following people for their outstanding assistance. Brett Omara, Violin. Anna Marshall, Violin. Michiko Nakajima, Viola. Jane Carter, Cello. Dani Bruns, Backing Vocals. Stu Miller, Guitar. Rachel James (Flanigan), Piano. Jason and Melissa Lycan of Whisper Fiercely for throwing the whole thing together and basically allowing us to do whatever we had to/wanted to do to make it work. Jennifer Mass, for all of your assistance throughout the marketing phases. Luke Ramirez, Maxwell Stark for stage tech assistance. Steve Franseen, SSS Productions, for bringing out and running lights immediately after such a long and in-depth production the night before, greatly appreciated. Aaron Saye and Chris “Chops” Shorger - film crew, for capturing the whole shebang. Everyone at the Gothic Theatre especially the sound and light crew for dealing with our crazy ten piece group that also came with lighting, stage sets and a spoonful of insanity. Jace Hill and Ricky Schissler for your guitar donations on this evening. Everyone who came out! Every single person who had anything to do with this night helped make it very special. Thank you.
Seriously, major thanks to everyone who's helped us out, ever. You all make our world spin!
Thank you,
Sean Murray, Dave Digiacomo
Rightfully Accused
-November 2nd, 2010
Rightfully Accused releases part one of the "Western Air" - album series.
After a shockingly entertaining album release concert on October 31st, 2010 at the Gothic Theatre in Englewood Colorado, that featured not only the three core members of the group, but also a string quartet, back-up singers, a keyboard player, an additional guitar player, and lush electronic samples, Rightfully Accused officially released the first part of a four part album series entitled "Western Air - Elements of the New American Dream - Part One - Classy, Chic, Sophisticated" on Tuesday. The album is now available on iTunes, CD Baby, and on Reverb Nation. Currently the album is only available in digital form but the band says it does plan on releasing a physical edition at a later date, along with partnerships with other digital retailers such as Amazon and Napster.
As a side note; the band announced on its Facebook page Monday morning "There was nothing Halloween about what we did last night... This is now the Rightfully Accused you can expect to see."
We'll excitedly wait for announcements on tour dates.
-October 1st, 2010
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