THE HUMANANIMAL

Parting is Such Sweet Sorrow

2010-06-14T16:14:00.000-07:00

It is with sadness and regret we must address you, the listeners, this 14^th of June 2010. Though we have enjoyed more than three years of collaborative music-making, performed countless shows, released three albums entirely of our own accord, and received positive reviews from such entities as the ever-respected NPR, The Slant have decided, collectively, this chapter in our musical careers must come to a close.

Each of us, without doubt, has shared more, toiled more, learned more, laughed more, and gained more from our experiences working together than in any other musical endeavor in which we have taken part; and we dare think this is truer than most are fortunate enough to tell.

The line-up of the group has offered a wide variety of musical backgrounds over the past few years, which we have drawn upon during our various projects. Many times this has been a blessing, but at this point, our individual preferences for both the creative process and production are too varied to effectively create music that is equally fulfilling for each member. This is not to say, however, that any grouping of The Slant's members will not collaborate in varying combinations on future projects. Select music of The Slant's will still be performed and we would like to make it clear that this decision is completely communal. We fully support each other with whatever projects may come next, and our friendships endure. Please, continue burning CDs for your friends and spreading the music as you see fit. Although the members of this band have agreed to part ways, we are still very happy with the music we've made together. Though we may come and go, the music will always be there for everyone.

Lastly, we would like to thank our supporters: our families for allowing us to get started and supporting us through the years, the friends who wanted to be around us with or without the music, our girlfriends for being there after time spent apart, and lastly the fans (current list included) for giving us a reason to do what we have done, and will continue to do, through the years. It is appreciated whole-heartedly. Please check back with us at any of our established media outlets every-so-often to see what new projects are in the works as, again, we are by no means done making music.

Sincerely,

The Slant

We extend to all an invitation to join us at our last scheduled performance, which will take place July 17^th, 2010 in Coudersport, Pennsylvania. Details of this performance will follow shortly.

We're now on Pandora

2010-04-05T14:00:00.000-07:00

The Slant (folk) - Pandora Internet Radio

HAPPY EASTER!

2010-04-03T14:30:00.000-07:00

Mar 25 2010 >Thunderbird Cafe .Pittsburgh, PA

2010-03-31T06:24:00.000-07:00

top: The Deceptions
mid: Chet Vincent & The Big Bend
bottom: The Liberty Tunnels on the way home
below: Bad Seed

3.25.10 - Thunderbird Café

2010-03-22T21:23:00.000-07:00

Hey folks,

We've got a show coming up this Thursday at a quaint little place in Lawrenceville, which is about 10 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh (on the other side of the strip). You may have seen us play there on New Years a couple years back with Omega Love. This time, however, we're gonna be playing with Chet Vincent & The Big Bend, and The Deceptions.

Anyway,

Music starts at 9

4023 Butler Street

Pittsburgh, PA 15201-3224
(412) 682-0177

Its gonna be a good one.

-André

An Audio/Visual Experience

2010-03-02T13:32:00.000-08:00

Hi Folks

As some of you may have noticed, we have not been playing many shows, nor have we made any announcement about recording a new album. I have an update for you. Here it is:

We've been in talks with some film makers in New York about creating a soundtrack for an upcoming independent film entitled "MovieMoney," a dark comedy about two aspiring actors who decide to write a screenplay. We've been spending our time writing/recording/mulling over music the last couple of months to create the best product possible. This is something we've collectively always wanted to do, and we're very excited to be working with these talented independent film makers. I encourage you to visit their website, become a fan on Facebook, follow them on Twitter... anything to get the word out on the project. For those of you who are fans of HBO's The Wire, Andre Royo ("Bubbles") plays a starring role in this film. The rest of the cast is listed on the film's website. It's currently in post-production, and I don't know exactly when you can look forward to seeing it, but we'll surely let you know.

Stay tuned for a trailer and details concerning the state of our music and where we're heading in the coming months

-Brad

2010-02-18T14:29:00.001-08:00

Finding Meaning Project

2010-01-28T16:13:00.000-08:00

This is an art show that will feature some of my work, as well as work from fellow students, recent graduates, and one faculty member from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh.

For the better part of 2009, once a week, we met to discuss and analyze the works of various visual artists in an effort to find different avenues to find "meaning." This art show is the culmination of said meetings.

So come on out. enjoy some art, music, drinks, and some "cool cats from AIP"

I/we would love to see you there

-André

Date:	Saturday, February 6, 2010
Time:	7:00pm - 10:00pm
Location:	Unsmoke Systems
Street:	1137 Braddock Avenue
City/Town:	Pittsburgh, PA

Finding Meaning Project Blog

Find Meaning Project Facebook Event Page

Handmade Tees

2010-01-08T19:20:00.000-08:00

So this is what the tees that Andy Scott (from the "A PLACE FOR ALL" blog) and I made a couple months ago. We built this awesome contraption for the screen to hinge on for easy transfer of tee shirts on and off of the printing surface. (Sorry, no photos) Being a maiden voyage for the both of us as far as screen printing goes, we were unsure how small the line work could be before it lost readability when printed, making it patchy and what not. To our surprise, they turned out great. We printed them on dark chocolate, 50/50 cotton/polyester tees, using a cream color ink.

We're looking into setting up an online store with etsy.com or bigcartel.com in the near future, once we decide which would be better for us to
work with.

Until then, shirts, posters, stickers, and disks will be available at our shows. All of our disks can be purchased online at cdbaby.com.

-André

Kyle Evans

2010-01-04T16:32:00.000-08:00

Electronically Modified Didgeridoo and Realtime Video Performance - Houston 2009 from Kyle Evans on Vimeo.

This is a video posted by our friend from Chicago who's helped us with some things in the past.

2009-12-29T08:51:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone. I just thought I'd pass along a link below where you can get ringtones, for free, from songs on The Makings of This House. I can't really say that this is a completely risk-free endeavor, so be sure to read the terms and whatnot. Have a great new year.

http://www.tonzr.com/Slant/The-Makings-Of-This-House.html

Brad

Merry Christmas!

2009-12-25T16:15:00.000-08:00

Haven't heard from us in a bit, I know, but we'll be back kickin' around soon. We've got some nice things on our plate this holiday season, including those tee shirts we mentioned before, new show dates in the works(both far and wide), as well as a little something about a movie soundtrack.

We miss you and hope the feelings mutual!

On behalf of The Slant,

André

Jozart Studios. Four Years.

2009-12-07T18:02:00.000-08:00

First off, thanks to everyone who made it out to the show at Jozart Studios in Cal on Friday. It was a great way to celebrate four whole years passing since the inception of the Orogenesis project, which developed into Animanatomy. And what a great art space Jozart's is! It really is fantastic that California has a secret little place like this.

Secondly, thanks to Son of The Sun drove in from Illinois for one last stop on their tour before returning home to Buffalo, NY. Great set, boys. See you in the future.

photos by Adam Kavulic and his D5000

Photos from the WPTS show

2009-11-23T10:34:00.000-08:00

Photos by Danny Baca, Poster by A. Costello

More photos can be found at The Slant's Facebook Page

4 Year Anniversary Show, Dec 4 2009

2009-11-13T15:19:00.000-08:00

Poster design by Steve Brett

Nov 6 2009 >123 Pleasant St .Morgantown, WV

2009-11-09T17:49:00.001-08:00

I overheard Michael from One Hundred Hurricanes telling Jess from Lightfoot that this place was probably the best place to play in West Virginia. I was skeptical at first, but after a night like that, I have to say I believe it. The crowd was gracious, the crew was great, there were two bars on both sides of the venue, great songs coming from the bar Jukebox while we were setting up. Two thumbs up.

Anyways, One Hundred Hurricanes (who closed out the night) were great to finally see. They have a great style that reminded me of The Strokes, even hints of The Arctic Monkeys.

Lightfoot was pretty darn good too. The two piece came all the way from DC. With them, I sensed hints of June Carter and Cash, and actually sounded a bit like She And Him.

Anyways, Here was our set list:

I'm A Sinner

The Human Spirit

Pennsylvania

Fruit

Bear Hands

The Coffin Maker's Son

The Life of a Biological Organism

I'll Sing in the Mourning

Self Portrait/Amazing Grace

The Slant's FIRST TRIP TO MORGANTOWN, WV

2009-10-28T13:25:00.000-07:00

Yes, thats right, we're going to be playing a show in at WVU, Friday, Novemeber 6th at 123 Pleasant Street. It'll be our first time playing in the area and we can't wait. We'll be playing some cuts from The Makings, and Old North, we may even dive deeper into our past and pull something from Animanatomy.

We'll be sharing the stage with Morgantown's own One Hundred Hurricanes. The show is 18 and up. Music will start at 9:30.

There's rumors of another band hopping on the bill - but we'll see

Tell your friends kids,
-André

Global Moon Lantern

2009-10-28T07:48:00.000-07:00

Hey'all

This is the first official post on The Slant's Blogspot blog. We haven't decided whether or not to use our Wordpress Blog, or this one. When we do figure it out however, you will certainly be the first to know

Sincerely,

On Behalf of The Slant,

Gerald Rudger