Dark Pop, weaving electronics similar to bands like New Order and Interpol and smooth rock moves like The Cure.

12 MP3 Songs
ROCK: Modern Rock, ELECTRONIC: Pop Crossover



Details:
Music.
Pseudocipher has been described as atmospheric dark pop. It is introspective, danceable, and serious while simultaneously whimsical, sarcastic, moody and honest. Those who appreciate Interpol, Depeche Mode, The Cure, and Smashing Pumpkins will find that Pseudocipher has something to be excited about.

Performance.
Live, Pseudocipher is raw and magnetic, playing to thousands of fans across the U.S. Solid drumming, and whirling electronics are the foundation, layered with distorted guitars, and driving melodies.

New Release.
Fragments of Empathy, Pseudocipher's 2nd full-length release is available now on the U.S. Gem Tree Records Label. FOE was produced by the legendary Frenchbrothers and recorded at Down to Hear Studios in Burbank, California.

Pseudocipher is.
CHRISTOPHER ANTON.vocals.programming.
RHONDA AMBER.vocals.keyboards.
JON SIREN.drums.
TASHA.guitars.keyboards.vocals.
BRAD DARNELL.bass.(on FOE)

History.
Founded by Christopher Anton and Rhonda Amber of Los Angeles, California, USA, Pseudocipher has forged a unique brand of mutant pop since 1997. The band started playing clubs in both Los Angeles and Orange Counties and was soon joined by Wyman Gentry on guitar.

The summer of 1998, Pseudocipher released its self-titled LP through a joint venture with Rhythmsick Records, based out of Huntington Beach. The debut was released independently and was well received on the college radio circuit throughout the U.S., Canada, Australia, and Spain.

In the winter of 1999, Wyman Gentry left Pseudocipher in pursuit of a solo career. As a duo, Pseudocipher remained active in the O.C. and L.A. club scene playing benefits and showcases with bands like Spahn Ranch, Anything Box, and Faith and Disease.

In 2000, Pseudocipher produced their sophomore release; "Fragments of Empathy, Part I" which was (again) well received on college radio and now on MP3.com. The single "Frozen" peaked at number 6 on the Goth charts. Pseudocipher was invited to join "The Hidden Sanctuary" an elite online radio and promotional vehicle run by journalist, Michael Ventarola. It was through The Hidden Sanctuary that drummer Jon Siren was introduced to Anton and Amber. Siren, having similar musical interests joined Pseudocipher.

In late 2001, Pseudocipher was invited to open for Berlin at The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano. For this event, Wyman Gentry returned on guitar, making Pseudocipher a four-piece. Berlin fans emphatically embraced the band. Coach House management urged them to play again at the Galaxy Theater as an opening act for Daniel Ash in 2002. Pseudocipher recruited keyboardist, Tasha, bassist Brad Darnell, and guitarist, Chris Fernandez for this event. Tasha became a permanent member of of the band.

2005. Currently playing shows throughout the American Southwest and developing / recording new material for their FOE follow up.