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Back in the Studio

     Stop emailing about the vinyl release. It's coming out September 15th, I promise. We are tracking the second half  ("March of the Frog Army") through July. There will be 5, possibly 6 more tracks. They will not be available any other way than on vinyl. NO EXCEPTIONS. A presale button, on our merch page, will be up July 30th. 
      Hey, want to see our video? It's not porn. I promise this time. Please leave a comment and let 102.9 know how much you wish 20WT would wear spandex. 
x1029.com/video/89834989001/

punk rock is good for the digestion, 
Wilson

Songs Of the Mighty Bullfrog !



Wow! Wow!Wow! Thank you all so very much for helping us ring in our new album at home in the Jacksonville Landing. Pics are popping up left and right , and www.x1029.com just posted their favorites on their homepage ! Check em out and comment on our sweaty situations. You guys made this event wonderful. As we looked out into the massive crowd all we could think was ... Jax ,Tally,West Palm, Orlando, Tampa,Lakeland , Panama City,Palm Beach, Miami, Ft.Lauderdale, St. Auggy.....and so on. We are still coming down off a high that is irreplaceable. For those of you that hit our merch table in droves - hope you enjoy the new /and old songs. Hope you wear those shirts to all your formal events.i.e church,school,business meetings. Thanks to X102.9 for hosting a fantastis event and inviting a local band to participate. Thank you all for your support and recognition that 20WT is here to stay, and the March of the Frog Army has just begun !!!
                                                                                                  Hooks,Wilson,Kelly, Cousin Andy

Quick update for all of you!

Hey everyone, it's Dave here. If you're as excited as we are, it must be caused by our CD Release show this Sunday (or because you can taste all the beer you'll be drinking, whatever you choose haha)! We have been working on our setlist for the big day for the last 2-3 weeks. The set will be a mix of new and old tunes (mostly new ones, off of "Songs Of The Mighty Bullfrog"). Just a reminder to anyone who forgot, the show will be F-R-E-E! Yes, I said it, F-R-E-E! For this, we want to send a big "Thank You" to Aaron + everyone at x102.9 Jax New Rock, all the sponsors, and the bands for helping to put this on. Don't miss the chance to see some amazing bands at an awesome venue.


VIDEO UPDATES
We've mentioned before about doing interview segments with Wilson, Hooks, and myself. The only problem is that we need YOU to send in those ever-important questions you have for us. Be it music related, to what kind of toothpaste we use, send them in!! The sooner the better!

Another thanks to everyone who still supports us, and all independent bands throughout the world. We wouldn't be able to do what we are passionate about; making honest music. Take care!

20WT
-Dave, Wilson, J Hooks

CD RELEASE

     We are very excited to drop this new CD. Just as much as some of you are anxious to hear it. The CD will consist of 6 songs. We are titling this body of work "The Songs of the Mighty Bullfrog". This is to be the A side of our upcoming vinyl release. The B side is being tracked as we speak and ironically enough is more infectious than the A side. We will title the B side "The March of the Frog Army". There will be 5 songs including a cover of Jimmy Cliff's "The Harder They Come". Look for the album in September. You have 4 or 5 months to find or service your record player.
     We have decided to roll our CD release party into x102.9's "ROCK on the RIVER" concert at the Landing. The Show is FREE on Sunday May 30th (the day before Memorial Day) and starts at 6pm. We go on at 6:20 don't be a minute late. The line up includes THE FLOBOTS, THE CRASH KINGS, PAPER TONGUES and RICHY NIX. Possible after party more details forthcoming.

20WT

Sneak Peak

We sent out a free download to everyone on the mailing list of the song "If That's the Case".  The rest of the album will be available May 30th.

If you are on the mailing list and have not received the email, make sure to check your spam folder. This has been an issue w/ a handful of mailing list subscribers.


New Videos from our "Weekend Warrior" outings!

Hey everyone, Dave here. I've been uploading (slowly, but surely hah) videos that we've filmed from various shows over the last few months. Even though I've just posted them, they will be down for a short time, as I'm moving them all over to YouTube. We hope you enjoy them, and feel free to comment on our stupidity, or moronic rhetoric. Take care!


-Dave

Played on "The Overflow"

The Overflow is "THE HOME OF ALTERNATIVE & UNDERGROUND MUSIC" in England.

As many of you know, we were a part of the Mohawk Bomb Compilation out of Tampa called "NO LIP". Ivan, the labels founder and owner, hustles like a pimp in DC.  His hustling led to our radio play. You the man!  Check out the comp and the other great artists on it.

NO LIP COMP

Coming Soon: Interview with 20WT by x102.9

Hey everyone! Today we had the chance to do an interview with x102.9 Jax Rock. In the interview, we discuss things from recording and touring to road stories and the new album. We want to take the time to thank Aaron from x102.9 for bringing us in, and putting up with us for almost 2 hours (haha!). Once we know when the podcast is online, you all will get the word from us. Take care everyone, and keep coming back for more updates and special goodies from us.


LAST BUT DEFINITELY NOT LEAST!

If you haven't signed up for our emailing list yet, now is the time!! Once the new album is mastered, all of our list members will recieve ONE NEW SONG before the album is released. So if you not on the list, now is the time to get in the know! YOU HAVE UNTIL MARCH 20TH.

Much Love
-20WT
(l-r) Wilson, Aaron (Program Director, x102.9), Dave, Jay
(l-r) Wilson, Aaron, Dave, Jay

Check Out This Article

"Examiner.com" Review by Marc Ganancias


Next up was a Jacksonville, FL band called 20WT (yes, as in twenty weight motor oil). I had heard the name before, but was not familiar with their music. As I have mentioned in the past, I have a special place in my heart for three-piece bands, especially when they throw down. These guys did, and then some. Here’s where things get tricky...this band mixes Metal & Post-Hardcore guitar riffs, some quick-tempo Punk Rock, Reggae, Ska, and even a little Rocksteady into their sound. The musicianship of each member of the band is absolutely superb, with quick stops and smooth transitions between the styles. These guys change it up so fast, it’ll leave your head spinning (or, maybe that was something else) with powerfully distorted opening sections making seemingly effortless shifts into flowing Reggae, Ska & Rocksteady movements. After the first band raised the bar so high, these guys kept it soaring through the rest of the night. I’m still trying to place their sound...something like The Police of the late 70s would be like if they met with a freak temporal genetic accident with Quicksand, The Specials, Slayer, Tom Morello, and Madness. Take a second to figure that one out. Vocalist/guitarist Wilson clearly has vocal influences from Sting, and his intricate guitar work has virtuosity written all over it. Bassist J. Hooks has a heavy low-end, while walking up and down the neck. He was a little buried in the main mix, but it was obvious that he was doing some serious work. Drummer Dave has a lot of Stuart Copeland in his style, and held the band together like a machine. These chaps also like to party, and they have an unapologetic sense of humor in their banter between songs. An excellent set from a band I am looking forward to seeing live again soon.


Quick update.

Hey hey hey!! In the next month or two, we'll be adding alot of shows. Make sure to check the calendar to see when we wreck havoc in your town :)

Take care everyone!

-Dave
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