User:Theericexperience/The eric experience

The Eric Experience is a progressive/experimental rock band from Elkhart, Indiana formed in 2008. Featuring Eric Ciba on all instruments, the band is inspired by a wide range of artists. Thier songs have elements of expiremental rock groups, such as Wilco, Beck, and Radiohead; classic rock bands, such as the Who, Led Zeppelin, and The Beatles; and even elements of jazz fusion groups, such as Jeff Beck and the Mahavishnu Orchestra.

History
Formed in June of 2008 by Eric Ciba, the Eric Experience set out immediatly to record a debut album. Recorded in June-August 2008 and released on September 3rd, Eric was recorded completely on a yamaha keyboard, with synthesized drums and bass. Despite now being considered a failure, the album met moderate success upon its release, with notable tracks being Inventor and Aim.

Immediately upon the release of Eric the Eric Experience began work on the next album. Over the next six months, the band recorded approximately 50 songs, ranging from rock to jazz to techno. Upon hearing the completed demos in early March 2009, Ciba decided to scrap the recorded demos, citing the dissapointment with mediocre sound similar to the songs found on Eric.

Recording of Space Crickets commenced on March 12. The goal was to record a more focus, high-speed album. Recording was finished on April 6 and the album was released on April 8. Space crickets recieved more favorable reviews, with songs 5 months and Wires standing out amoung the others.