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vs. the earth is an explosive powerhouse of energy! These 4 guys, Adam, Ritchey, Dawg and the newest addition, Elliot give you a high energy explosive electric show like no other! They have a wide variety of “cover songs” that they will put their own little “spin” on, but it is their own music that will hook you and pull you right in! Their music plus an awesome lighting show and great sound mixing makes their shows ones not to be missed!!!

Here is a FOX 45 interview with them from November 2007

You have probably heard some or all of their songs: All along, Always, Before the light, Carolina sky, Could I Ever, Forever yours, Goodbye to You, Here I am tomorrow, It is what it is, Johnny Lonley, Midsummers nightmare, Mrs. Wisdom, Psycho, She Rocks Me, Still Remember You, Sweet Christine, TATA (The American Teenage Anthem ), 7 Orchids, Death by cellphone, Dear John, 2 Girlfriend Luv Boyfriend, 5Years 2 Long

vs. the earth is a rock act from the mid-atlantic region that has a unique sound. They combine guitar-driven rhythm, real lyrical content, and infectious hook and melody to make a musical style unequaled in the region. Their exciting stage presence and high energy live set make them an act not to be missed.

Though the music is most important, Vs. the earth incorporates a sound, energy, and look that makes them a total entertainment package. VTE is a four-piece band with an extensive list of quality originals, and an inexhaustible amount of covers, which allows them to cater to many... many requests. vs. the earth has been exciting the "regional music scene" for five years and plays over 300 shows per year (an unbelievable, yet very real schedule.) Their regional popularity spans from Florida to New York City, with their success leading to the occasional West coast trip as well. Vs. the earth has played with national acts such as The Gin Blossoms, Quiet Riot, Fuel, Panic! at the Disco, Jude, Caroline Spine, Kix, Breaking Benjamen, and Michelle Branch (along with a few others).

A few other accomplishments include wining the Budweiser National Sponsorship: Bud True Music Band, having the singles "Still Remember You," and "Carolina Sky" chosen as a finalist in VH1s Save the Music - Song of the Year contest, and being honored by various radio, and television programs along the east coast. (Including, but not restricted to 105.7 whfs, 98 rock..baltimores rock radio, fox 57 and it's news affiliates, to name a few.) The band has also had six of the top ten downloaded songs on musicgorilla.com, as well as remaining in the the " top 20 most listened, and downloaded songs" in the websites' history averaging 1,200 hits a day with over 20,000 downloaded VTE originals.

Whether they're playing a night club, concert, or college, vs. the earth has the look, the talent, the production, the fan support, and most importantly the music to make any show successful. Their professionalism and commitment to their work can only be matched by few, and is one of the reasons for their continued success as they continue to evolve in the music industry. Hear samples of their music here

Here's a clip of one of their concerts playing their award winning tribute to 9/11 "Still Remember You"

Baltimore native Adam Marino of vs the Earth recently received the honor of being named a Finalist by the Song of the Year ( http://www.songoftheyear.com/ ) songwriting contest. Song of the Year is an international songwriting contest supporting VH-1’s Save the Music Foundation. The Song of the Year judges are some of the biggest names in music including many Grammy Award winners.

Song of the Year is excited to recognize Adam for his exceptional songwriting ability for the song Still Remember You. Adam competed against songwriters from all over the world for this honor. When asked what inspired the song Adam commented that “911”. “I just wanted to give something back to those who had loses so much”. “I went out on the porch on September 11th and the song just wrote itself”.

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