Andre Reilly EPK
Good Day, my name is Andre Miguel Reilly, (possible aliases ANDRE MIGUEL, GIGANTOR, CRASHBOX). I am a 14-year-old Guitar Player, Singer, Songwriter, DJ, Producer, and Performer from Chicago.
My influences are many. I can perform and write in almost any genre including blues, rock, metal, jazz and classical. But recently, EDM has really helped to flush out the artist in me. I envision myself playing high energy shows to EDM/Pop crowds, where I can take full advantage of my Guitar, DJing and performance/showmanship skills.
Most of the songs on this EPK were recorded at home on Cubase, produced and written by me. I realize that these are DEMO quality, but I am looking forward to writing and recording with other artists and producers in the years ahead, and fine tuning my "producer skills" as I go.
I am a very hard worker. Typically, I spend anywhere from 4 to 6 hours per day practicing, writing, producing etc... Most importantly, my parents are 100% on board. Music is our life.
Accomplishments:
2016 - Endorsed by Ibanez guitars
2016 - Featured in both Guitar World Magazine and Guitar Player Magazine
2013 - 1st Place for Ronald Dourlet Classical Guitar Competition
2016 - 1st Place for Wilson International Guitar Competition Adult Rock and Blues Division
2016 - Opening act for AL DI MEOLA
2017– 1st Place for Ronald Dourlet Classical Guitar Competition 2017 - 1st Place for The SAM National Classical Guitar Competition. 2016 - Winner of The Chicago Bulls Talent Competition
2017-Full scholarship to Merit School of Music in Chicago, Illinois
Yes, I work hard and have been blessed with great teachers. Dave Uhrich and Troy Stetina are rock legends in and of themselves and I study classical guitar with Steve Vasquez at Harper College in Palatine, Illinois.
I have played countless gigs in and around the Chicago area with my former rock band including the Round Lake Civic Center, Naperville Labor Day Fest, The Arcada Theater, Even Flow, Durty Nellies, Farm Rock Festival, and Penny Road Pub to name a few.
Over the past several years I have fallen in love with the big digital sound of EDM and all its possibilities. My new show blends the modern digital sound with good old fashion songwriting, musicianship and showmanship. My goal is to create the show of shows. An experience that is both visually and musically unforgettable.
I realize it will take an entire team of very talented people to make this dream come true. Having played hockey my whole life, I get the whole "team thing". No one player is above or below the other. While other teams may be full of superstars, if they play as individuals they don’t win championships. But a team of talented players who play as one cohesive unit not only win championships, but they have a lot more fun doing it.
I'm hoping you can see the potential in "Andre Miguel, GIGANTOR, or Crashbox" as a super marketable, young up-and-coming artist that you can build a Championship Team around.
We shot some basic videos to accompany most of these songs, (hope ya don’t mind), but some of the songs are audio only .mp3 .wav and .aiff format. Additionally, I’ve also included my LIVE performances from BEDROOM FEST 2017 (LOL) and others, just to give you a feel for what I’m all about.
Lastly, I have quite a few catchy unrecorded rock songs that are in the “bull in the ring” vein, (Hard Rock, Metal), but I believe these songs would really shine if produced with the most modern approach. I also have many more EDM songs in the processes of production. Please check out FACEBOOK: ANDRE REILLY. It might give you a better sense of my journey thus far.
If you were kind enough to read this entire EPK, I am SINCERELY grateful, I know your time is very limited. If you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to shoot us a return email.
Warm Regards,
Andre Miguel Reilly