Go into uncharted pop territory without feeling alienated. While the band throws down serious grooves the vocals of Nicole Decosta may lead you to sing along without knowing it.

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POP: Pop/Rock, ROCK: Riot Grrrl



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Macadam is a new breed of female-fronted rock in the Northwest. Since their first gig in the summer of 2005 the band has paved the way for a fresh Portland, OR scene. Nicole DeCostaâs sultry voice and delivery seduces attention. Guitarist Travis Hendricks' riffâs sugar coat the bandâs sweet sound with heavy undertones. Bart NoPicnic and bassist Matt Johnson complete the puzzle. Both live and on recorded tracks, the band comes across as playful yet serious, accomplished yet adventurous.

History of the Future, Macadam's first release asks listeners the question, âwhere has Macadam been in the past?â The 11 tracks show many different sides to the band, from slow songs that build to a heroic closure to songs that grip the listener through a whirlwind musical circus. History of the Future emulates the complexity of life (Great Date, What Am I Supposed to Do), the dramas (Runaway), the joys (Suburbia), the daily grind and role we each play in a world so fragile (History of the Future, Scientist).

Local radio (Z100 100.3 FM), television (KPDX49), newspapers (Lake Oswego Review, West Linn Tidings) and businesses caught on to the bandâs campaign to raise money and awareness to Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital in Portland. Starting the twice-annual Rock Dogs event, Macadam continues to coordinate the bill which includes an evening of music, raffles and money raised for the non-profit organization.
Finding a passion through songs about the environment, the band hopes History of the Futureâs lyrics make people think, their live show let people dance and their music makes people smile. Itâs worked so far, and they're in it for the long haul.