Introducing Athens' Newest Talent

Jan 7, 2009

Leading Edge

Alternative/Pop/Rock

Lineup: Matt Daniel, Eric Thompson, Seth Brown and David Beeco.
Formerly known as: Mudra.
Influences: Coldplay, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Beatles, Incubus.

This band's career actually began in 2004 in Social Circle, GA, but Leading Edge just recently expanded its trio into a quartet in spring of 2008. Songwriter Matt Daniel dedicates himself to writing provoking lyrics and melodies while the group riffs on psychedelic grooves. "Leading Edge’s main goal is to use music as a catalyst for provoking emotion," says Daniel. What really sets Leading Edge apart from other alternative rockers is the musical education of its members. Three of the four bandmates also perform in UGA's Redcoat band, and all four have had formal music training since the sixth grade. The technical prowess really comes across in the band's clever pop arrangements - especially impressive considering the youth of the band's members.