Backstory

Keen Appearance was formed in the bustling streets of New York City in 2007. The band consists of four members: lead vocalist and guitarist, James “Jay” Wilson, bassist, Oliver Reed, drummer, Adrian Scott, and keyboardist, Wendy Kirkland. The quartet met while studying at the prestigious Julliard School and quickly found a shared passion for creating music that blends traditional rock elements with the complex harmonies of classical music.

Their first gig was at a small dive bar in Brooklyn, where they were spotted by a talent scout who signed them to an independent label. The band’s unique sound and compelling live performances have since helped them to build a dedicated fan base and have led to successful tours across the United States and Europe. While their journey has not been without its challenges, the band’s commitment to their music and their fans has kept them together and driven their success.

Genre

Classical Rock Fusion

Title

Shades of Life

Song Lyrics

(Verse 1)
[G] Shadows on the wall,
[D] Echoes in the hall,
[Em] Can’t escape the feeling,
[C] Of a dream in free-falling.

[Am] Painting pictures of the past,
[D] But we know it cannot last,
[G] Still, we keep on running,
[C] Like the first light of morning.

(Chorus)
[G] Here we are in the shades of life,
[D] Dancing on the edge of knife.
[Em] Through the joy, through the strife,
[C] We’re the poets of the night.

(Verse 2)
[G] Broken strings and shattered glass,
[D] Echo of the time that passed.
[Em] Memories are fleeting,
[C] Like a heart that’s still beating.

[Am] Every moment’s a fleeting glance,
[D] A second chance to dance,
[G] In the grand symphony,
[C] Of life’s sweet mystery.

(Chorus)
[G] Here we are in the shades of life,
[D] Dancing on the edge of knife.
[Em] Through the joy, through the strife,
[C] We’re the poets of the night.

(Outro)
[G] So here’s to the shades of life,
[D] To the joy, to the strife.
[Em] We’re the poets of the night,
[C] In the keen appearance of life.

Favorite Fan

Keen Appearance’s favorite fan is a young woman named Emily Harris. Emily, a music major at a local university, has been an ardent fan of the band since their first gig at the dive bar. She makes it a point to attend every concert and even runs a fan blog dedicated to the band. Emily says, “Keen Appearance is more than just a band to me. Their music resonates with me on a deep, personal level. They have a unique way of blending classical and rock music that no other band can match. Their lyrics always seem to perfectly capture life’s beautiful chaos. They’re a constant source of inspiration and have helped me through some tough times. I can’t imagine my life without their music.”