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Having written a review on THE VEER UNIONS latest album, “Divide the Blackened Sky” (which can be seen here), I was given the opportunity to interview guitarist/song writer Eric Schraeder. 

Tri-staterock: Hey this is Yon from Tri-state rock. How’s it going man!

Lyrical content can capture a fan base and create life-long listeners. Many new artists lack the words to connect to listeners on a personal/emotional level. In a music industry clearly dominated by GAGAS, PERRYS, and quite frankly lyrically elementary music, one can truly appreciate a diamond in the rough.

THE VEER UNION speaks to anyone who has ever gone through trialing times. The new album, "Divide the Blackened Sky" touches on real life issues which affect people from all walks of life. The ten track sophomore album paints emotional portraits that one can't help to want to sing along to. Hell, I was on the train earlier today and found myself wanting to sing at the top of my lungs. I was very tempted to, especially on a packed uptown 4 train.

 Not only does “Divide the Blackened Sky” connect with the listener on an personal level, but also provides some crunching guitar riffs, heavy bass lines, and awesome drum patterns. It all meshes into an album that will not leave my IPod anytime soon. Songs of disappointment and letdowns combine with the ever inspirational get up and comeback cries. 

Touring with a similar band this spring Smile Empty Soul, The Veer Union embarks on a conquest to help the fallen and voiceless. There is no doubt in my mind they will succeed. (Watch the lyrical video to the "Bitter End" below) For more on The Veer Union other great news, interviews, and everything that rocks visit tri-staterock.com

THE VEER UNION is hitting the road on a spring tour alongside SMILE EMPTY SOUL. Formed in 2004, the Canadian 5-piece has released 2 studio albums and 1 EP. Climbing Billboard’s “Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks” to number 8 with the song “Seasons”, TVU is looking to impress the masses once again with their signature powerful vocals and heavy guitar riffs.