. Website Members. Philip 'Moon Valjean' Sneed Past members. Brian Arthur. Matt Appleton. Charlie Paulson. Goldfinger is an American band from, California, formed in 1994.

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In their early years the band is widely considered to have been a contributor to the movement of, a mid-1990s revitalization in the popularity of. However, the releases of and saw the band shed most of the ska influence, and they have been more commonly placed in the genre in later years. Apart from the band's music, Goldfinger is also noted for their political activism, particularly in the area of. Contents. History Formation, Goldfinger, and Hang-Ups (1994–1998) Goldfinger was formed by former member on vocals and guitar, on bass, former drummer of Buffalo NY's on drums, and Charlie Paulson on guitar. At the time the band was formed, Feldmann and Williams were working at the same store where they were discovered by A&R Executive. Before they were signed to a major label, they released an EP titled on the independent label, which received favorable reviews and a substantial amount of airplay on college radio, leading to Goldfinger and Mojo signing a major-label contract with.

Many of the songs on Richter are demo versions of songs on the band's full-length debut, which was produced by and released by Mojo Records on February 29, 1996. The song 'Here in Your Bedroom' from the album was especially popular and helped the band gain a solid fanbase. In 2006, listed the self-titled Goldfinger album as one of the '10 Albums That Shaped 1996' alongside, and others. The band released its second album, on September 9, 1997. Although the album was less successful than the band's debut, the band still maintained a devoted fan base in the hardcore community. Founding bassist left the band following.

During this time, Goldfinger released a popular cover of the song ' by, which also helped the band stay out of obscurity. Stomping Ground and Open Your Eyes (1999–2004) Goldfinger's third studio LP was, which was released on March 28, 2000. The album sold poorly in the US but was a modest hit in some European countries, thanks to their cover of 's ' sung partly in.

In 2000, during their tour of England, Goldfinger recorded one of their sets, issuing the live Foot in Mouth, available only at shows and through the band's official website. In 2001, Goldfinger announced that Charlie Paulson was leaving the band and was being replaced by former member, Brian Arthur. Their next album, (2002), was the first for their new record label, Jive/Zomba. On this album, the band abandoned much of its influences in favor of a more heavy sound. Furthermore, some of the lyrics discussed animal rights, a subject which had not been touched upon in earlier albums.

The band recorded a for the title track of the album, which was also focused on animal rights. Disconnection Notice and return of Charlie Paulson (2005–2006).

Goldfinger live in 2006. In early 2005, they released its first album for their new label, Maverick Records, titled. The song 'Wasted' from the album was released as a single. The CD was less well received compared to former Goldfinger albums. In 2005, Brian departed from the band after the release of the album. Shortly after Brians departure, Goldfinger announced that their original guitarist Charlie Paulson would return.

Charlie returned to the stage playing three songs at the Key Club in LA when the band finished a Western USA tour. Hello Destiny. (2007–2010) Goldfinger signed to the independent record label in 2007. On April 22, 2008, the band released their sixth full-length record called. To promote the album, the band embarked on a successful North American tour with in summer of 2008. They also played in the at the on August 22–23, 2008.

Recently, frontman John Feldmann has produced records for, (whose vocalist sang some guest vocals on 'Open Your Eyes', 'Woodchuck', 'Ocean Size', and 'Handjobs for Jesus'), and. He also produced 's single 'The Anthem' (whose guitarist provides guest vocals on 'January', which was originally named 'Oracle of Elcaro'). He also signed the band with Maverick Records.

In November 2010, Goldfinger played a handful of shows on a small, west coast tour with. These shows are notable for a couple of reasons: these are the first shows performed without on drums. Drumming duties were handled by of. Also, on the show at the, original bassist, came out to perform several songs off their classic first album. This was the first time Williams had performed with the band in over a decade. He played the Las Vegas show as well.

The Knife (2010–present) In the November/December 2010 issue No. 43 of SMASH magazine, Feldmann stated that a new EP or a possible full-length album was 'in the works' with Feldmann having penned 4/5 new tracks, and Pfeiffer having recorded the drum tracks. Feldmann also states in the article that with the release of any new material would be supported with an extended tour. According to Feldmann, Goldfinger was expecting to have their new album out sometime in 2012. The band released a new song, 'Am I Deaf', on Friday May 24, 2013.

In 2015, Feldmann did an interview with, noting that the band's future largely amounts to the occasional tour: 'We'll probably release a song or two but I don't know if we're going to release albums anymore. We play the same songs we've always done.'

On July 21, 2017, the group released The Knife, the band's first album featuring, and Phil Sneed. Animal rights Since the band began, Feldmann has become a and supporter, as can be seen briefly in the music video for 'Open Your Eyes'. They also donated the song 'What Gives You The Right' to the benefit CD, 'Until Every Cage Is Empty', as well as writing the song 'Free Kevin Kjonaas', an animal rights activist in prison, known as the most involved individual in the. Rhinoceros 5 beta keygen free. One of the songs, 'FTN', harshly criticizes and for their hunting tactics and fur fashion, respectively. He also advocates and supports the. For the song 'Behind the Mask' from the album, Feldmann convinced president and co-founder to allow him to sample one of her speeches on animal cruelty. In film and video games Goldfinger songs have made several appearances in motion pictures.

Their cover of ' is featured in the movies, and. Their cover of 'More Today Than Yesterday' by is featured during the ending credits of.

'Superman' is featured in the Disney film and the comedy. 'Walking in the Dark' is featured in the movie. The band's video game debut was in with the song 'Superman' and was reused as part of the soundtrack in. Another song, 'Spokesman', was used in. 'I'm Down' was featured in the game. '99 Red Balloons' is also featured in. Goldfinger's song 'I Want' from Disconnection Notice is featured in on the, and, and is also featured in on the.'

My Everything' is featured on also by Electronic Arts. Goldfinger also appeared in the video ' for a couple of seconds. The song 'Counting the Days' is featured on. Band members. Prato, Greg.

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