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Walmart’s original performance series where you get up close and personal with your favorite artists. Check out live performances and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage from original in-studio sets – all filmed exclusively in HD. Soundcheck is broadcast in Walmart stores nationwide – or catch us online 24/7.
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We have a top-notch music label relations team that helps us book acts. They are constantly on the phone with music labels around the country trying to get the best bands on Soundcheck.
Soundcheck is an original performance series created by the Wal-Mart Music team, giving you the opportunity to go behind the scenes and get an in-studio look at some of your favorite artists. Soundcheck plays right here on Walmart.com, or, for the full high definition experience, visit any Walmart store and head to the Electronics department to watch it on the Walmart TV Network.
We'll be adding new performances on a regular basis throughout the year, so please check back regularly at Walmart.com/soundcheck for more information.
We'll have artists from all genres; some old, some new, some huge, some more emerging - but all will be presented in the same intimate studio environment. So be on the lookout!
Check in regularly at Walmart.com/soundcheck, or visit your local Walmart store and watch the Walmart TV Network.
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• Windows 2000, XP Home or Professional, Vista or Windows 7 in 32bit and 64bit
• Intel Pentium 4 2.33GHz, AMD Athlon™ 64 2800+ processor (or equivalent)
• At least 256 MB RAM
• 64MB of VRAM (video card memory)
• Internet Explorer 6.0 to 8.0 (IE 8.0 recommended)
• Mozilla Firefox 2.0 to 3.5
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• At least 256 MB RAM
• 64MB of VRAM (video card memory)
• Mozilla Firefox 2.0 to 3.5
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-The Crew at Walmart Soundcheck
On Fighting For Their Name:
Isaac: "The band’s name is not necessarily known... We came up with something after [we formed].”
Ben: "Which is exactly the same thing that Webster came up with...”
Isaac: "Yes. Webster dictionary says it’s like a fight or something.”
Ben: "It just sounded cool!"
Isaac: “And the website wasn’t taken.”
On Jamming With Beck’s Dad:
Joe: “This is the first time we’ve played with a quartet. One of the songs we’re playing (‘Never Say Never’) has a beautiful string arrangement by this guy named David Campbell, Beck’s dad. He’s an amazing arranger and musician. He’s coming out today. It should be good!”
On Not Messing With A Good Thing:
Dave: “We worked with the same producer as the last album. There was obviously a lot of chemistry in those relationships as well as the fact that we were trying to push ourselves a little bit more on this album. To have a backbone of comfort with people that we knew and not new faces everywhere... We thought it would create a better environment to start new things, as well as keeping ourselves grounded.”
Isaac: “Well said, man! That was really good.”
Dave: “You’re welcome.”
• The Fray are: Isaac Slade, Joe King, Ben Wysocki and Dave Welsh.
• They hail from Denver, Colorado. Former school buddies Isaac Slade and Joe King began the band in 2002. Initially, Caleb Slade (Isaac’s brother) played drums for the band but was eventually replaced by Ben Wysocki.
• They’re often compared to Coldplay! Lead singer Isaac Slade says that’s mostly because he and Chris Martin are both “tall, blonde, piano players.”
• They’re greenies! The eco-friendly rockers are known for spreading the word about environmental issues and even travel in a carbon-neutral tour bus!
• They’ve teamed up once again with producers Aaron Johnson and Mike Flynn for their self-titled sophomore disc. The first single, ‘You Found Me’ is already climbing up the charts.
The first single from the band’s self-titled new album is a melancholy affair that Isaac has said is about life’s little disappointments. While the lyrics may suggest a sad story, the front man’s piano solo soars to giddy heights. Sings Isaac: “You found me lying on the floor... surrounded. Why’d you have to wait? Where were you? Just a little late...”
Enough For Now
A string quartet complements the band on this stunning track from the new record. Guitarist Joe King contributes back-up vocals to ‘Enough For Now,’ a wistful tune about regrets and recriminations: Sings Isaac: “It’s enough for now. I would have never left you broken...”
Never Say Never
Isaac learned to play piano at age 11 and the instrument dominates most of the band’s recordings, including this beautiful new track. ‘Never Say Never’ is a haunting tune about second chances and the definitive set highlight. Sings Isaac: “You can never say never. Don’t let me go.”
How To Save A Life
‘How To Save A Life’ was written by Isaac and Joe King about Isaac’s experience at a camp for troubled teens. Though there are numerous interpretations of the tune, the song is ultimately a plea for compassion. Closing their Soundcheck set with their signature tune, The Fray complete a flawless performance.
