ARTIST

Hawthorne Heights

Hawthorne Heights was formed out of a desire to play music that the members were passionate about, with the ultimate goal being to become a full-time, professional band. Their dreams are fulfilled now with their Victory Records debut, "The Silence in Black and White."

Forming in Dayton, Ohio, in June of 2001 under the name "A Day in the Life," the band decided to rename the musical endeavor due to lineup changes and evolving musical styles. With the final lineup in place, Hawthorne Heights began playing out on several national self-booked tours, sharing stages with bands like The Descendents, From Autumn to Ashes, and Coheed & Cambria.

Fast forward to November, 2003, Chicago. Victory Records President Tony Brummel is doing his usual Saturday morning demo-listening, and...
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