Icon for Hire facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Icon for Hire
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Icon for Hire live 2016
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| Origin | Decatur, Illinois, U.S. |
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| Years active | 2007–present |
| Labels | Tooth & Nail |
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Icon for Hire is an American rock band that started in 2007. They are from a city called Decatur, Illinois. The band has two main members: Ariel Bloomer, who is the singer, and Shawn Jump, who plays the guitar.
Before signing with a record company, they released two short music collections called EPs. Later, they joined Tooth & Nail Records. With this company, they released their first two full albums: Scripted in 2011 and Icon for Hire in 2013.
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About Icon for Hire
Icon for Hire plays a mix of rock music. Their style includes Alternative rock, pop punk, and electronic rock. Sometimes, their music is also called alternative metal. This means their songs often have strong guitar sounds and electronic elements.
How the Band Started
The band was formed in 2007 in Decatur, Illinois. Ariel Bloomer and Shawn Jump were the original members. They worked hard to create their own music. They released two EPs (Extended Plays) on their own. EPs are like mini-albums with fewer songs.
Their Music and Albums
After gaining fans, Icon for Hire signed with Tooth & Nail Records. This helped them release their first two big albums.
- Scripted was released in 2011. It was their first full-length album.
- Icon for Hire came out on October 15, 2013. This was their second album with the record label.
Later, the band decided to release music independently. This means they produced their music without a big record company.
- Their third album, You Can't Kill Us, was released on November 25, 2016.
- Their most recent album, Amorphous, came out on February 19, 2021.
Who is in the Band?
The main members of Icon for Hire are:
- Ariel Bloomer: She is the lead singer of the band.
- Shawn Jump: He plays the guitar for the band.
Some past members who also helped the band in its early days include Joshua Davis and Adam Kronshagen.
Images for kids
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Singer Ariel Bloomer performing in 2016
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Guitarist Shawn Jump performing in 2011
See also
In Spanish: Icon For Hire para niños
