Unique Venture Melds Music, Life, Database in Preparation for World Tour
RESTON, VA—November 3, 2009—In a landmark venture sure to shake up the way SQL Server pros approach database harmonies and powerful performance baselines, Solid Quality Mentors is joining forces with SOUL QUERY—the hottest musical sensation to burst onto the tech-band scene in the past decade.
SOUL QUERY “The Original SQL Server Rockstars”™ exploded onto the world stage at PASS Summit 2009 with its bluesy, self-titled debut, “SOUL QUERY.” Boasting a confident, eclectic sound that’s impossible to pigeonhole, SOUL QUERY combines stirring vocals and heart-pounding instrumentals with probing lyrics that alternately motivate and convict.
SolidQ, a respected global provider of innovative, quality solutions for the Microsoft Data and Development platforms, had been seeking a partner to tap into the deep, emotional side of data management. With the infusion of SolidQ’s financial and philosophical support, SOUL QUERY is in final rehearsals for a world tour that synthesizes music and message into a powerful show bordering on the religious.
Making a name for itself rocking out in small back-room clubs, SOUL QUERY has an avid cult following that’s recently propelled it into some of the most sought-after arenas—including a musical guest appearance on “The Tonight Show” with Conan O’Brien. The band has traditionally shunned the media spotlight, denying interview requests and avoiding the headline-making offstage shenanigans that characterize most of today’s celebrity-seeking rockers. But Brian “ParrotHead” Moran, SOUL QUERY’s enigmatic front man, recently talked with Rolling Stone magazine about the band’s radically different approach to making music.
“SOUL QUERY’s musical vision is to explore the outer limits of life and how to build a really kick-ass database ecosystem,” an animated ParrotHead explained, punching the air for emphasis. “No one has ever attempted to blend these divergent concepts into a single musical style. We’re redefining the way people think about music, life, and database—our music infuses the transcendental power of SQL Server into all of our lyrics, melodies, and rhythms.”
The band’s unique concept unites smooth SQL Server strains with brash Business Intelligence undertones and dramatic Development riffs -- each adding their own spice to SOUL QUERY’s overall groove. And the group melds the rich cultural heritage and diverse backgrounds of its talented singer-songwriters and cutting-edge musicians into a truly international vibe.
“I got hooked at an early age,” ParrotHead shared with Rolling Stone. “My mom always put me to bed by reading The Key, The Whole Key, and Nothing but the Key, by Dr. Codd. It was my favorite book as a kid and has had a huge impact on the music I make. Have you ever truly and deeply contemplated database? Database blends structure and non-structure. It speaks to the universal struggle of chaos against order, good versus evil, yin and yang. It’s real life, man. Better than sex or any drug. What could be cooler? What could be better to rock out to?”
SOUL QUERY has captured the imagination of legendary music manager Fernando “Godfather” Guerrero, who is currently working with SolidQ to raise the band’s profile and finalize tour dates. Tickets will be available through all major online outlets and are expected to go on sale in the next month. Learn more and meet the band at www.soulquery.com.
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Solid Quality Mentors is comprised of more than 100 of the world's top technical experts who specialize in assuring client success using integrated Microsoft technologies. Our mentors are located around the globe and include more than 40 Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs) and seven Microsoft Regional Directors (RDs). Since its founding in 2002, Solid Quality Mentors has become a trusted global provider of advanced solutions and education for the Microsoft Data Ecosystem™. And our experts work daily with the constantly evolving Microsoft SQL Server, Business Intelligence, and .NET Development platforms to help you take advantage of the latest features for database and application deployments. Learn more about Solid Quality Mentors at www.SolidQ.com; for assistance, you can reach us at 1-800-757-6543 or Info@SolidQ.com. ###
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