Breathe Carolina Explained

Breathe Carolina
Origin:Denver, Colorado, U.S.
Discography:Breathe Carolina discography
Years Active:2007–present
Current Members:
  • David Schmitt
  • Tommy Cooperman
Past Members:
  • Kyle Even
  • Joshua Aragon
  • Luis Bonet
  • Eric Armenta

Breathe Carolina are an American electronic music duo from Denver, Colorado. The duo formed in 2007 consisting of David Schmitt and Kyle Even. They later expanded to a full band whose best-known lineup included Schmitt, Even, drummer Eric Armenta, keytarist Joshua Aragon and DJ Luis Bonet. In 2013, Even left the group, while Tommy Cooperman joined that year. Breathe Carolina is currently composed of Schmitt and Cooperman.

The band have released five studio albums: It's Classy, Not Classic (2008), Hello Fascination (2009), Hell Is What You Make It (2011), Savages (2014) and (2019). Their hit single "Blackout" was certified platinum in the United States.

History

Beginnings (2007)

Kyle Even, born on September 21, 1985, and David Schmitt, born on March 26, 1988, spent their early years playing in various local Colorado musical groups. After being introduced to alternative rock by an older stepbrother, Even moved towards vocals as a teen. Before joining Breathe Carolina, Even performed in the band Rivendale. They produced an extended play called Portrait of Shadows. Schmitt, on the other hand, started on bass at the age of 12 and then branched out to guitar, performing in Colorado with As the Flood Waters Rose (later named the Autobiography).[1]

Both bands played together often. As the Flood Waters Rose opened up for Rivendale at Rivendale's album release at Grandpa's Music Box in Thornton. After leaving As the Flood Waters Rose, Schmitt started recording his own song on GarageBand, which he later asked Even to participate in creating. As both bands broke up for the members' departure for college, Even and Schmitt started Breathe Carolina.[1]

It's Classy, Not Classic (2007–2009)

Breathe Carolina started in 2007 with Even and Schmitt recording songs on the music-creating software GarageBand for fun. They created a Myspace profile, gaining over 10,000 song plays in 2008 and accumulating over 30 million plays during 2009. The name Breathe Carolina came from a dream that Schmitt had in 9th grade,[2] about calming down a woman named Carolina.[3] Soon afterwards, Even quit his job as a photographer to tour with the group full-time.[4] Their first EP, Gossip, was released via iTunes on November 26, 2007.[5] In May 2008, the duo signed with Rise Records and announced the release date of their debut studio album, It's Classy, Not Classic.[6] Breathe Carolina performed at the Bamboozle Left in April 2008.[7]

Breathe Carolina recorded their first album using GarageBand.[8] The album introduced a few new songs that were not featured on Gossip, including "The Introduction", "No Vacancy", "Show Me Yours", "Classified", "That's Classy", and "You Wish".[9] The album was written, recorded and produced by Schmitt in his home studio in Denver, Colorado.[3] The album was available for streaming on their PureVolume page on September 1, 2008, before it was officially released on September 16.[10] It's Classy, Not Classic debuted on the Billboard 200 at number 186.[11] Breathe Carolina headlined their fall 2008 tour with Every Avenue, Brokencyde, and the Morning Of.[12] They also supported Pierce the Veil on their "The Delicious Tour" in November 2008.[13] Breathe Carolina released the lead single from the album, "Diamonds" on February 4, 2009 along with its music video. The video features appearances made by Millionaires, as well as Josh White from Umbrella Clothing and This City Is Burning Records.[14] In February 2009, they embarked on the Take Action tour with support from Cute Is What We Aim For, Meg & Dia, Every Avenue and Anarbor.[15] Breathe Carolina was featured on Punk Goes Pop 2 performing the track, "See You Again", which was released in March 2009.[16]

Hello Fascination (2009–2010)

In April 2009, Breathe Carolina left Rise Records and signed with Fearless Records.[17] The duo began working on their second studio album that same month with producer Mike Green.[18] According to Even, the album describes their "vision of everything we are."[19] On June 29, 2009, the first song from Hello Fascination was released: "Welcome To Savannah".[20] The duo premiered the lead single from the album, "Hello Fascination" on their MySpace page on July 25, 2009.[21] Hello Fascination was released on August 18, 2009.[22] The album peaked at number 43 on the Billboard 200 and sold 11,000 copies in its first week.[11] They performed at the Vans Warped Tour in 2009.[18] Breathe Carolina also joined Family Force 5 on their Dance Rawr Dance 3 tour from September to October 2009.[23]

Breathe Carolina toured in the UK in January 2010.[24] The deluxe edition of Hello Fascination was released on July 6, 2010.[25] On June 23, Schmitt and Even launched a clothing line called Blush. "I.D.G.A.F." was released as the second single from the album, with the music video being released on July 30, 2010.[26] The duo performed at Vans Warped Tour in 2010.[27] In the fall of 2010, they joined Mayday Parade on the Fearless Friends tour.[28] They covered the song "Down" by Jay Sean for the compilation album Punk Goes Pop 3 that was released on November 2, 2010.[29] Their cover peaked at number 31 on the US Rock Digital Song Sales chart.[30]

On November 21, 2010, Breathe Carolina released their second ever Christmas-themed song for a part on the 'Tis the Season to Be Fearless compilation album. The song is titled "Mile-High Christmas".[31]

Hell Is What You Make It (2011–2012)

Recording for the third studio album took place in early 2011 in Los Angeles, California.[32] [33] It is the first album in which Breathe Carolina recorded as a full band.[34] They worked producers with Ian Kirkpatrick and Matt Squire on the album.[32] The album's lead single, "Blackout", was available for streaming via MTV Buzzworthy on June 13, 2011, and was released for digital download the following day.[35] On June 16, the duo performed "Blackout" for a nationwide television presentation on Jimmy Kimmel Live.[36] The song became a commercial success, peaking at number 32 on the Billboard Hot 100.[37] The song was certified platinum by the RIAA. "Blackout" also peaked at number one on the UK Independent Singles chart.[38] A music video for the track was shot in Los Angeles, California on July 1 and 2,[39] and was released on the duo's official Vevo page on YouTube on September 20.[40]

Their third studio album, Hell Is What You Make It was released on July 12, 2011.[41] The album peaked at number 41 on the Billboard 200.[11] The group participated on the Scream It Like You Mean It 2011 tour during that summer to promote the album.[42] An extended play titled Blackout: The Remixes EP was released on September 27 via iTunes.[43] In November 2011, the duo was named MTV Push Artist of the Week.[44] They were nominated for Favorite Breakthrough Band by MTV in December 2011.

On December 23, 2011, it was announced that the duo signed with Columbia Records.[45] In 2012, the duo re-entered the studio and began writing and recording new tracks.[46] Throughout early 2012, the duo participated in the Blackout Forever tour alongside the Ready Set with guest appearances by Ashland HIGH and Matt Toka.[47] A new single, "Hit and Run", premiered via Alternative Press on May 21.[48] The song reached number 19 on the US Dance/Electronic Digital Song Sales chart and sold 20,000 copies in its first week.[49] [50] A deluxe edition of the album titled, Hell Is What You Make It: RELOADED was released on July 10, 2012, featuring the single "Hit and Run", a remix version of the song and "Reaching for the Floor".[51] Breathe Carolina performed at the 2012 Warped Tour.[52] The duo contributed to the compilation album Punk Goes Pop 5 with their cover of Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean".[53]

Savages (2013–2014)

On March 25, 2013, it was announced that the title of their fourth studio album would be called Savages.[54] According to Schmitt, the album is "about just being a free spirit and doing what you want to do." He also added that the album was EDM-influenced.[55] On July 6, 2013, the duo released their first mixtape Bangers for free download via Sol Republic.[56] Following its release the band toured in North America with the Ready Set and rapper T. Mills.[57]

From October to November 2013, Breathe Carolina joined Sleeping with Sirens on their headlining Feel This tour. On October 15, 2013, it was announced that founding member Kyle Even departed the band, due to his new responsibilities as a father.[58]

Following Even's departure, the group released the lead single from their fourth studio album "Savages" on November 25, 2013, along with a lyrics video.[59] The band embarked on the We Are Savages tour, touring with Jonny Craig, Mod Sun and Ghost Town in early 2014.[60] The album's second single, "Sellouts" featuring Danny Worsnop from Asking Alexandria, was released on February 18, 2014 along with its music video.[61] "Bang It Out" was released on March 18, 2014, as the album's third single and features Amy Renee Noonan of Karmin.[62]

A music video for their fifth single "Chasing Hearts" featuring Tyler Carter from metalcore band Issues was released on April 15, 2014,[63] followed by another for the song "Collide" featuring clips from their album's release party in Los Angeles, California.[64] On April 15, 2014, Savages was released selling 14,000 copies in its first week, topping the Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart and peaked at No. 22 on the Billboard 200.[65] The group performed at Warped Tour in the summer of 2014.[64] On September 9, 2014, Breathe Carolina released a collaboration with Candyland, "Find Someone", on SoundCloud.[66] In October and November 2014, they co-headlined a tour with Candyland on "The Friend Zone Tour".[67] A reboot version of the sixth and final single from the album, "I Don't Know What I'm Doing" was released on October 17, 2014 with Oscar Olivo.[68] On October 29, 2014, the group premiered a music video for "Shadows" via PopCrush.[69]

Sleepless, Coma and Oh So Hard (2015–2018)

In 2015, Breathe Carolina was featured on the track "All I Wanna" by Disco Fries from their Autonomous EP.[70] On June 9, 2015, the band released a new single with producer APEK, titled "Anywhere But Home" via Zouk Recordings.[71] On November 20, 2015, the band premiered a new single in collaboration with artist Ryos, featuring uncredited vocals from Karra, titled "More Than Ever", and was released via Spinnin' Records.[72] On November 22, they released a free two-track EP, titled More Than Ever: The Thank You EP. The EP comprised the acoustic version of "More Than Ever" and a remix of "Anywhere But Home" by American DJ Landis.[73] On December 14, 2015, the duo released Stars & Moon, a collaboration with producer Shanahan and American singer Haliene.[74] The single went on to receive five million Spotify streams and enjoyed heavy rotation on BPM (Sirius XM) Dance radio.[75] The song peaked at number 26 on the Billboard Dance/Mix Show Airplay chart.[76] The track was featured in Enhanced Best of 2015, a compilation album released by Enhanced Music.[77]

On February 1, 2016, the band released another free EP called Ruins: The Thank You EP.[78] A new EP titled Sleepless was released on September 16, 2016. The group collaborated with different artists on the EP including Jay Cosmic, Haliene and Crossnaders.[79] Schmitt stated that they went back to their early emo roots while also experimenting with a new direction in sound.[80] The EP debuted at number four on the US Dance/Electronic Albums chart selling 2,000 copies first week.[81] It also reached number 36 on the US Independent Albums chart.[82] On November 25, 2016, they premiered a new single, "Echo (Let Go)", with IZII.[83]

On December 23, 2016, they released their Oh So Hard EP.[84] Another EP titled, Coma was released on July 14, 2017.[85] On February 9, 2018, they released Pt. 2 of their Oh So Hard EP.[86] In 2018, the duo released a remix to the song "Happier" by Marshmello and Bastille.[87]

Dead: The Album (2019–present)

The band released their fifth studio album, , on November 15, 2019, on Spinnin' Records and Big Beat.[88] Schmitt stated that the album is "like a breath of fresh air" and had a vibe they haven't heard come from anyone.[89] "Too Good" was released on September 13, 2019, as the lead single from the album.[89] The album also spawned two other singles: "Like This" and "Drive".[90] A day before the album was released, Breathe Carolina premiered the fourth single "July" along with its music video.[91] They also released an acoustic EP, Dead: The Acoustic and a remix album, Dead: The Remixes.[92] [93] The album debuted at number six on the Billboard Dance Album Sales chart.[94] The duo embarked on a headlining tour called, Dead: The Tour.[90] In 2019, Breathe Carolina released a remix to Smash Mouth's "All Star" to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the song.[95]

Since Dead: The Album, Breathe Carolina released numerous non-album singles, including "Promises" with Dropgun and Reigns.[96] The song peaked at number eight on the US Dance/Electronic Digital Song Sales chart.[49] In 2022, they collaborated with Martin Garrix and released the single, "Something".[97] The duo performed at the 2023 So What Music Festival.[98]

Musical style and arrangement

Breathe Carolina has mainly been categorized as electropop,[99] [100] [101] EDM[102] [103] [99] and electronic rock.[104] Post-hardcore influence also existed in the majority of earlier work by the band,[99] evident by the use of screamed vocals and breakdowns.[105] These elements, however, were usually kept to a minimum while electronic elements took precedence. This fusion of post-hardcore characteristics and dance-oriented electronica had once led the group to be labeled crunkcore as well.[106] Also typical of crunkcore is the prevalent use of Auto-Tune and vocoders on Schmitt's vocals.[106]

Their debut studio album, It's Classy, Not Classic has been described as electropop, emo and dance music that also blends hardcore-influence of screamo.[9] [107] Their second studio album, Hello Fascination features electronica and emo pop sounds with elements of crunkcore and screamo.[106] The vocoder vocals on the album drew comparison to Daft Punk and Roxette.[108] Their third studio album Hell Is What You Make It is mainly rooted in dance, pop, rock and electronic music.[109] [110] The album also experiments with trance and dubstep music.[111] [112] Their fourth studio album, Savages has been described as electropop and emo pop,[113] [114] with influences of EDM and rock music.[55] [115] Their fifth studio album, has been described as EDM,[90] including elements of pop and R&B.[88]

Although much instrumentation is added through programming, typical instruments were also present in their music in select songs; Schmitt provided lead singing vocals for the duo along with playing the guitar and drums while Even provided unclean vocals and occasional cleans in their newer material. Live performances by Breathe Carolina usually consisted of an arrangement of three extra members providing keyboards, keytars, drums, guitars and bass. During most live sets, Joshua Aragon played guitar (when necessary) and performs backing vocals while Eric Armenta provided drums on a standard drum kit all while Schmitt and Even performed the clean and unclean vocal positions respectively.

Since the departure of Kyle Even and the addition of DJ/guitarist Tommy Cooperman, Breathe Carolina became a four piece band. Live performances consisted of the four members and occasional extra musicians like Michael Naran (currently in the Ready Set and Sparks the Rescue). When they performed the song "Sellouts" live, Breathe Carolina is joined by a screaming vocalist, usually the lead vocalist from another band, while Luis Bonet and Tommy Cooperman performed guitar parts. After the departure of Bonet in 2015 and Armenta in 2017, Breathe Carolina is now a duo focusing mainly on a variety of styles within the EDM genre.

Controversies

On December 14, 2022, Breathe Carolina member Tommy Cooperman was arrested and charged for engaging in a $114 million "pump and dump" scheme along with several others by federal prosecutors.[116] According to reports, Cooperman along with others, "allegedly engaged in a wide-ranging securities fraud conspiracy" in which the defendants used their social media presence on Twitter and Discord. The incident took place from around January 2020 to April 2022 and Cooperman was charged with two counts of securities fraud.[117] In March 2024 a federal judge dismissed all charges against Cooperman.[118]

Members

Current members

Former members

Timeline

Discography

See main article: article and Breathe Carolina discography.

Studio albums

Awards and nominations

DJ Mag

Top 100 DJs

YearPositionMovementSource
2017New Entry[119]
2018Up 44[120]
2019Up 15[121]
2020Down 1[122]
2021Up 1[123]
2022Down 17[124]

MTV Buzzworthy

Year Nominated Award Result
2010"Hello Fascination"Best Freshmen Video[125]
2011Breathe CarolinaFavorite Breakthrough Band[126]

Tours

Headlining

Co-headlining

Opening act

External links

Notes and References

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  5. Web site: Gossip - EP by Breathe Carolina. Apple Music. September 8, 2023.
  6. Web site: Breathe Carolina Sign With Rise Records. Bryce Jacobson. May 14, 2008. September 8, 2023.
  7. Web site: Day 2 of Bamboozle Left falls flat. The Orange County Register. Ben Wener. April 7, 2008. September 8, 2023.
  8. Web site: Electronic duo Breathe Carolina amid a 'Blackout'. Brian Mansfield. USA Today. December 2, 2011. https://web.archive.org/web/20111204233821/https://www.usatoday.com/life/music/ontheverge/story/2011-12-01/on-the-verge-breathe-carolina/51587066/1. December 4, 2011. September 8, 2023.
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  12. Fall Forward. Columbus Monthly. September 11, 2008. September 8, 2023.
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  14. Breathe Carolina Post Video For Diamonds. Alternative Press. February 4, 2009. January 20, 2023.
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  16. Web site: Punk Goes Pop 2 Artists and Tracks. Buzznet. December 17, 2008. https://archive.today/20120724164229/http://redpatterndress.buzznet.com/user/journal/3514211/punk-pop-2-artists-tracks/. July 24, 2012. September 8, 2023.
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  28. Web site: Mayday Parade/Breathe Carolina/Every Avenue US Tour. Alter the Press!. September 8, 2023.
  29. Web site: Video: Breathe Carolina On Their 'Punk Goes Pop 3' Cover Of Jay Sean's 'Down'. https://web.archive.org/web/20221027170521/https://www.mtv.com/news/bbfede/breathe-carolina-jay-sean-down-pop-goes-pun. dead. October 27, 2022. MTV. Chris Ryan. November 2, 2010. January 20, 2023.
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  31. The Maine, Breathe Carolina, six more on Fearless holiday compilation. Alternative Press. January 20, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20101113200610/http://www.altpress.com/news/entry/the_maine_breathe_carolina_six_more_on_fearless_holiday_compilation/. November 13, 2010. dead.
  32. Web site: Breathe Carolina Unveils Tracklisting And Album Art For New Album. Melodic. Johan Wippsson. May 20, 2011. July 3, 2023.
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  34. Web site: Breathe Carolina's Kyle Even Talks The Ups and Downs of Blending Dance Music with Metal. Dallas Observer. Darryl Smyers. July 27, 2011. January 20, 2023.
  35. Web site: Song Premiere: Breathe Carolina, 'Blackout' . . Jason Newman . June 13, 2011 . https://web.archive.org/web/20110616052521/http://buzzworthy.mtv.com/2011/06/13/breathe-carolina-blackout-new-song/ . June 16, 2011 . October 18, 2011.
  36. Breathe Carolina on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Amber Wade. Alternative Press. June 15, 2011. October 7, 2022.
  37. Breathe Carolina Chart History (Billboard Hot 100). Billboard. July 20, 2022.
  38. Web site: Official Independent Singles Chart: 14 April 2012 - 20 April 2012. Official Charts Company. September 16, 2023.
  39. Web site: Official Website of Breathe Carolina, "Blackout" Music Video Casting Call . Helliswhatyoumakeit.com . October 18, 2011 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20110704205156/http://www.helliswhatyoumakeit.com/post/6883335208/blackout-music-video-casting-call . July 4, 2011 .
  40. Web site: Alternative Press | Breathe Carolina release "Blackout" music video . Alternative Press . Tyler Common . September 20, 2011 . October 18, 2011 . https://web.archive.org/web/20111115021644/http://www.altpress.com/news/entry/breathe_carolina_release_blackout_music_video . November 15, 2011 . dead .
  41. Web site: Breathe Carolina's New Single "Blackout" Premieres On Mtv Buzzworthy. Johan Wippsson. Melodic. June 14, 2011. September 8, 2023.
  42. Web site: Breathe Carolina to headline Scream It Like You Mean It tour. Alexa Gallo. idobi Radio. May 27, 2011. October 16, 2022.
  43. Web site: Alternative Press | Exclusive Stream: Breathe Carolina's "Blackout (Big Chocolate remix)". Alternative Press. September 22, 2011. October 18, 2011.
  44. Web site: MTV Push Artist Of The Week: Breathe Carolina. https://web.archive.org/web/20230226135954/https://www.mtv.com/news/t8i5aa/mtv-push-breathe-carolina. dead. February 26, 2023. MTV. Nicole James. November 7, 2011. February 26, 2023.
  45. News: Denver's Breathe Carolina dances up to major label with "Blackout". The Denver Post. Ricardo Baca. December 21, 2011. February 17, 2012.
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  48. Premiere: Breathe Carolina, "Hit And Run". Alternative Press. May 21, 2012. January 20, 2023.
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  50. davidlovesitalways. Ly1QEIwX5m. Let's go!. June 12, 2012.
  51. Song Premiere: Breathe Carolina, "Reaching For The Floor". Alternative Press. July 9, 2012. October 7, 2022.
  52. Breathe Carolina, You Me At Six, five others added to Warped Tour 2012 lineup. Bryne Yancey. Alternative Press. February 22, 2012. January 20, 2023.
  53. Here are the top 50 Punk Goes Pop covers of all time. Alternative Press. Ariana Leo. January 7, 2021. January 20, 2023.
  54. Breathe Carolina reveal new album title . Alternative Press . March 25, 2012 . https://web.archive.org/web/20130328074506/http://www.altpress.com/news/entry/breathe_carolina_reveal_new_album_title . March 28, 2013 . dead .
  55. Web site: ATP! Interview: Breathe Carolina. Alter the Press!. Emma Garland. September 8, 2023.
  56. Web site: BREATHE CAROLINA - "BANGERS" MIXTAPE | SOL Republic . July 6, 2013 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20130704055343/http://www.solrepublic.com/breathemix . July 4, 2013 .
  57. Web site: The Ready Set and Breathe Carolina among 4 new shows announced at The Intersection. MLive. John Serba. June 20, 2013. January 20, 2023.
  58. Kyle Even leaves Breathe Carolina. Alternative Press. October 15, 2013 . August 12, 2015.
  59. Breathe Carolina release Savages lyric video. Alternative Press. Michele Bird. November 26, 2013. https://web.archive.org/web/20131127213044/https://www.altpress.com/news/entry/breathe_carolina_release_savages_lyric_video/. November 27, 2013. January 20, 2023.
  60. Breathe Carolina announce We Are Savages tour with Jonny Craig, Divided By Friday, and more. Michele Bird. Alternative Press. December 3, 2013. February 25, 2023.
  61. Breathe Carolina launch Savages pre-orders; release video for Sellouts (ft. Danny Worsnop). Matt Crane. Alternative Press. February 18, 2014. January 20, 2023.
  62. Breathe Carolina release new song, "Bang It Out" (ft. Karmin). Alternative Press. Matt Crane. March 18, 2014. January 20, 2023.
  63. Breathe Carolina, 'Chasing Hearts': Exclusive Video Premiere. Billboard. April 15, 2014. April 25, 2014.
  64. Breathe Carolina release "Collide" music video. Alternative Press . April 20, 2014 . April 25, 2014.
  65. Breathe Carolina Leads Debut Parade On Dance Albums Chart. Gordon Murray. Billboard. April 24, 2014. January 20, 2023.
  66. Web site: Candyland & Breathe Carolina – Find Someone. September 11, 2014. January 20, 2023.
  67. Web site: Breathe Carolina Announces "The Friend Zone Tour" With Candyland. September 9, 2014. January 25, 2023.
  68. Breathe Carolina release I Don't Know What I'm Doing (Reboot) video. Matt Crane. Alternative Press. October 17, 2014. January 25, 2023.
  69. Breathe Carolina release Shadows music video. Matt Crane. Alternative Press. October 29, 2014. January 25, 2023.
  70. Exclusive: New Disco Fries EP to Feature 311's Nick Hexum, Raine Maida of Our Lady Peace, Breathe Carolina & Hope Murphy. Billboard. Matt Medved. March 17, 2015. September 9, 2023.
  71. Breathe Carolina debut EDM-heavy single, Anywhere But Home. Alternative Press. June 10, 2015. January 29, 2023.
  72. Breathe Carolina aren't the same band you remember them as — and that's OKAY. Alternative Press. November 23, 2015. September 9, 2023.
  73. 668559877820674048. BreatheCarolina. EMAIL YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR MORE THAN EVER TO FREESVGS@gmail.com to get this free EP :). November 22, 2015.
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