About
Side FX is a five piece band that hails from Washington DC with an alternative pop sound that is all their own. The band, who is well known for exploring new sounds and combining rhythms and beats that together offer the unexpected, continue to break traditional boundaries within the music industry. In two years, Side FX has accomplished what takes most bands a decade to do. The band is fronted by sultry singer-songwriter-designer Kim Cameron.
Side FX was formed in 2008, the band was launched with their CD, 'Contradictions.' The CD was featured on hundreds of US AAA and International radio stations. Placements on American Airlines, MTV Philippines, Sirius, Great Americans, Plum TV, District Dish TV, Coffee Network, Pulp Magazine, INK 19, Command Performance, sold out show at Blues Alley plus several live radio performances made this band one of the top powerhouse pop rock bands in the mid Atlantic by 2009.
The band mottoMore than Just Music along with their eclectic mix of genres, showcase Kim's complexity and diversity as a songwriter and have garnered them millions of matches on Google.
In 2009, Side FX began working on their second album 'Turning Point' while planning their first official tour.
In between,the band makes it a point to perform at events that allow them to give back to causes that are close to them beginning with a performance on Veteran's Day at the Walter Reed Medical Center. In 2010, they pledged to devote their time to the injured service men and women and have contributed over $30,000 in free concerts during their 'It's Your Turn' where they have been performing at Veteran's Medical Centers across the country.
The bands sophomore CD, Turning Point was released January 19, 2010. The CD, which was produced by Robert Jazayeri (No Doubt, Garbage, Britney Spears), transitions flawlessly from smooth sultry vocals and piano to driving beats and roaring guitars that make you want to get up and dance.
Four of the music videos from the album have created a buzz on Youtube, receiving thousands of views and already received national placements on Poolside Palisades Pool Party Web series, Fox Sports, Eos music, Pure Play, More Magazine, Smart Money, Music Connection, and the WOR's Joey Reynolds' show.
The band has begun writing their third album with a surprise pre-release of the single 'Sexy Smile' on September 9, 2010, which has already been picked up on over 20 Top 40/CHR stations across the country in less than 4 weeks.
