CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. Tim Be Told, Charlottesville's confection of catchy hooks and positive vibes, is a band on the rise. Their soulful pop-rock sound is being compared to Maroon 5 and The Fray. Frontman Tim Ouyang, Filipino American drummer Jim Barredo, guitarists Andrew Chae and Luan Nguyen, and bassist Parker Stanley make up the multicultural power house. Their new EP, “From The Inside” is sold online at http://www.timbetold.com/store/ and will be available on iTunes next month.
Barredo will also perform live at the Virginia Filipino Festival:
WHEN: Saturday, August 8 in Richmond, VA
WHERE: Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
8200 Woodman Rd.
Richmond, VA 23228
Barredo has an important role in creating the band's infectious sound. As the band’s solid backbone, his drumming forms a strong counterpoint to vocalist Tim Ouyang's soaring vocals, and guitarists Andrew Chae and Luan Nguyen's skilled and delicate guitar interplay.
Diversity is what distinguishes Tim Be Told from their contemporaries. Barredo is originally from Quezon City, Philippines, Ouyang is Chinese American, Chae is Korean American, Nguyen is Vietnamese American, and Stanely is of Western European and Cherokee Indian descent.
"I don't think my heritage has a direct influence on how I approach our music per se," says Barredo. "However, being an example to other young Asian and Filipino musicians as someone who pursued their passion and love instead of a normal, secure career path does weigh on my mind." Despite their distinct heritage, the band's eclectic sound has brought them fans as diverse as any band could hope for.
"The song "Analyze" is the track I connect with the most," he continues. "There have been plenty of times in my life when all I wanted was for a friend to help me understand what I was feeling or going through at the moment."
For information about Jim Barredo, contact: Jem Bahaijoub at jem@imaginepragency.com
