4:20 . . . a fiery melding of the essence of heavy old school rock with the style and texture of the modern/alternative genre.

However you want to label it, this much is true: 4:20 derives their energy and the utter dynamics of each song, each performance from pure passion. Emotion breeds the creativity behind the bands repertoire of songs, first showcased on 4:20s debut CD entitled Burn, a recording that proved to be a powerful and successful introduction to the media, industry, and fans.With tracks like the heavily groove hook-laden Peep Show and the compelling, hard-hitting Just For A Little.

4:20 has performed in such events as WGIR's Battle of the Bands, Locobazooka, River Bash, WXLO Benefit, and clubs throughout the Boston area, such as The Middle East, Bills Bar, The Linwood Grill, The Kirkland Cafe, and more. Compulsive Behavior had, in a short period time, generated 4:20 attention from audiences and music industry professionals. In addition 4:20 accomplished commercial radio airplay throughout New England, including WAAF, WXLO, WXPL, and WKPE in Massachusetts and WHEB and WGIR in New Hampshire. The foremost coup, however, had to be garnering the attention of renowned, Grammy Award-winning producer/engineer Warren Riker.

Warren has won Grammy Awards for his work on Santanas Supernatural and Lauryn Hills The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill. In addition, his recording and/or mixing credentials include Korn, Everlast, Kid Rock, Sublime, Method Man, Wyclef Jean, James Taylor, Michael Jackson, and more. When Warren heard 4:20s material on Compulsive Behavior, it didn't take much convincing for him to take on their next recording.

4:20 went into Bearsville Studios in New York with Warren Riker behind the board and recorded - Hydroponic Youth - a four-song EP which later evolved into the full length -Burn- takes the essence of Compulsive Behavior and elevates the power to the next level. Immediately one feels the searing emotions emanating from the band with the opener Lights Out, a song that consists of razor sharp guitaring and signature bottom-heavy rhythms. However it has been Sex, Drugs, $$$. . . that has already captured the attention of radio with its anthem-like, catchy chorus, and mesmeric qualities. Rounding out the rest of the EP are the emotive, hard-hitting Father and Party Song, which highlights the bands evident ability to groove and funk. Fresh, diverse, intriguing, aggressive - its possible to be all of the above and more with Hydroponic Youth.

4:20 is comprised of four musicians who are so dedicated to their music and this band that they do this full-time, without holding down traditional 9 to 5 day jobs - a rarity at this stage of the game, but it reflects the members commitment to their craft. New England-based, the band was formed in 1998 by lead vocalist and chief lyricist Noah Staff and lead guitarist/songwriter Jay Monsaert, who met when they were part of another band. It wasn't long before the two discovered they clicked as a team and from there 4:20 was born. The individuals behind the rhythm section: Corey Theall on drums and Dan Gauvin on bass (and backing vocals), locked in with Jay and Noah both personally and musically, thus solidifying the band.

4:20 is currently performing throughout New England with plans to expand into the Northeast and beyond.

For more information on 4:20 please visit their myspace acct. at www.myspace.com/420tragicyouth.

4:20 . . . a fiery melding of the essence of heavy old school rock with the style and texture of the modern/alternative genre.

However you want to label it, this much is true: 4:20 derives their energy and the utter dynamics of each song, each performance from pure passion. Emotion breeds the creativity behind the bands repertoire of songs, first showcased on 4:20s debut CD entitled Burn, a recording that proved to be a powerful and successful introduction to the media, industry, and fans.With tracks like the heavily groove hook-laden Peep Show and the compelling, hard-hitting Just For A Little.

4:20 has performed in such events as WGIR's Battle of the Bands, Locobazooka, River Bash, WXLO Benefit, and clubs throughout the Boston area, such as The Middle East, Bills Bar, The Linwood Grill, The Kirkland Cafe, and more. Compulsive Behavior had, in a short period time, generated 4:20 attention from audiences and music industry professionals. In addition... View more

Track Listing

	Track Title					Click to play sample
1.	This Is Life		(3:13)
2.	Way Out		(2:41)
3.	Gather		(3:45)
4.	On The Edge		(4:18)
5.	Father		(3:20)
6.	Falling Down		(3:38)
7.	Sell Out		(3:50)
8.	Sex,Drugs,$		(3:37)
9.	Party Song		(1:13)
10.	Isn't It Hard		(3:38)
11.	Witness The World		(5:08)
12.	Lights Out		(3:34)
13.	Burn(Live)		(3:17)

More Info

Sounds Like	Fuel,Staind,Sevendust
Produced By	Warren Riker
Recorded At	Bearsville Studios ,New York NY
Engineered By	Warren Riker
Genre	Alternative, Rock
Band Members / Musicians	Noah Staff - vocals Jay Monsaert - guitar Dan Gauvin - bass Corey Theall - drums
Location	Fitchburg, MA, USA

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