artist Afterparty

AfterpartY was created by 20-year-old vocalist Kristina B and keyboardist Idan Erez at 3am in a downtown loft in Toronto, sometime in 2004. Both of them hated turning on the radio and hearing the same thing over and over again. Somewhere along the line, they realized, pop music became less about melody and songcraft and more about production. So the two set out to form a band dedicated to bringing something new and unforgettable to the music scene. 

Musically, AfterpartY's songs recall the strong songwriting of the 80s with their instantly-recognizable melodies and high energy hooks, but with a much edgier, guitar-driven sound. Owing to the band members' diverse musical backgrounds, AfterpartY's songs incorporate elements from many different musical styles, ranging from synth pop to garage and disco. Kristina takes the listener by storm, delivering vocals that can jump from playful to threatening, but always leave the audience screaming for more. 

Made up of some of the most talented young musicians in Toronto, AfterpartY has fast become known for its exciting new sound and high energy live show. AfterpartY has headlined to full houses at many of Toronto's greatest and largest venues for indie music including Lee's Palace, the Mod Club, and the Opera House. On the strength of its riveting live performances, has been invited to play all across Ontario, Quebec, and New York. AfterpartY has also been featured on ROGERS DAYTIME TELEVISION in the show's first-ever live music spot.

AfterpartY kicked off a tour across Ontario, Quebec, and New York in the summer of 2009 with an extremely well-received NXNE SHOWCASE. The band went on to pick up the BEST ELECTRONIC AWARD at the NEW MUSIC AWARDS. AfterpartY has been selected to appear on MUCHMUSIC.COM’s First Pick rotation.

2010 promises to be a breakthrough one for the band. AfterpartY is putting the finishing touches on its debut full length disc, THE ARMY YOU GOT, which includes tracks produced by the late Haydain Neale (Jacksoul), Rob Sanzo (Sum 41, Danko Jones) and Alex Bonenfant (Crystal Castles, Neverending White Lights). 

It will be released in March 2010 on Sound of Pop Records and distributed in Canada through Fontana North (Universal Music Canada). The release will be timed to coincide with an unprecedented three showcases at the 2010 CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK. 

The first single, "Soft City" will be serviced to commercial radio across Canada in January to coincide with the CD release. 

For press inquiries, contact Joanne (Indoor Recess).