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| name = Tony Fagenson
| name = Tony Fagenson
| image = Tony Fagenson and Max Collins of Eve 6.jpg
| image = Tony Fagenson and Max Collins of Eve 6.jpg
| caption = Tony Fagenson (left) with [[Max Collins (musician)|Max Collins]] in 2012
| caption = Tony Fagenson (left) with [[Max Collins (musician)|Max Collins]] in 2012
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| background = non_vocal_instrumentalist
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| birth_name = Anthony Edward Fagenson
| birth_name = Anthony Edward Fagenson
| alias =
| alias = Tony F.
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|mf=yes|1978|7|18}}
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|mf=yes|1978|7|18}}
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| instrument = Drums, percussion, guitar, keyboards, piano, programming, vocals
| instrument = Guitar, drums, percussion, guitar, keyboards, piano, programming, vocals
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| occupation = Musician, producer
| occupation = Musician, producer
| years_active = 1996–present
| years_active = 1996–present
| label =
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| associated_acts = Eleventeen, [[Eve 6]], [[The Sugi Tap]], [[Malbec (band)|Malbec]], [[Puddle of Mudd]], [[Emily Osment]]
| associated_acts = Eleventeen, [[Eve 6]], [[Dead Posey]], [[The Sugi Tap]], [[Malbec (band)|Malbec]], [[Puddle of Mudd]], [[Emily Osment]]
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'''Anthony Edward "Tony" Fagenson''' (born July 18, 1978) is a producer, songwriter, and drummer who is best known for his work with rock band [[Eve 6]].<ref name="StrongPeel2004">{{cite book|last1=Strong|first1=Martin Charles|last2=Peel|first2=John|title=The great rock discography|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=_WoRAPJQ58sC&pg=PA519|accessdate=November 12, 2011|date=October 25, 2004|publisher=Canongate U.S.|isbn=978-1-84195-615-2|pages=519–}}</ref> While attending the [[University of Southern California]], he auditioned for a band from La Crescenta, California called Eleventeen (eventually to become [[Eve 6]]) to replace their drummer. A fan at the time of the Fox TV show ''[[The X-Files]]'', Fagenson and singer Max Collins were inspired to name the band Eve 6 after seeing the ''X-Files'' episode "[[Eve (The X-Files)|Eve]]" while recording their first album.
'''Anthony Edward "Tony" Fagenson''' (born July 18, 1978) is a producer, songwriter, drummer, and guitarist who is best known for his work with rock band [[Eve 6]].<ref name="StrongPeel2004">{{cite book|last1=Strong|first1=Martin Charles|last2=Peel|first2=John|title=The great rock discography|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=_WoRAPJQ58sC&pg=PA519|accessdate=November 12, 2011|date=October 25, 2004|publisher=Canongate U.S.|isbn=978-1-84195-615-2|pages=519–}}</ref> While attending the [[University of Southern California]] at the age of 18, he auditioned for a band from La Crescenta, California called Eleventeen (eventually to become [[Eve 6]]) to replace their drummer. A fan at the time of the Fox TV show ''[[The X-Files]]'', Fagenson and singer Max Collins were inspired to name the band Eve 6 after seeing the ''X-Files'' episode "[[Eve (The X-Files)|Eve]]" while recording their first album. Tony played on and co-wrote the 4 Eve 6 albums released between 1998-2012<ref>{{Cite web|title=Eve 6 {{!}} Album Discography|url=https://www.allmusic.com/artist/eve-6-mn0000147785/discography|access-date=2020-12-23|website=AllMusic|language=en}}</ref>.


When not spending time on band matters, Fagenson produced and co-wrote songs for artists such as [[Puddle of Mudd]]<ref>{{Cite web|last=Pm|first=2012 5:30|title=All about Eve 6 are having fun again|url=https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/music/all-about-eve-6-are-having-fun-again-1.3697507|access-date=2020-12-23|website=Newsday|language=en}}</ref>, [[Emily Osment]] (of Disney's Hannah Montana)<ref>{{Cite web|last=Magazine|first=Seventeen|date=2009-10-27|title=Emily Osment Dishes on Her First Album!|url=https://www.seventeen.com/cosmogirl/emily-osment-album|access-date=2020-12-23|website=Seventeen|language=en-US}}</ref>, The Johnsons<ref>{{Cite web|title=The Johnsons Will Make You Want to 'Scream' Over Their Catchy New Single: Premiere|url=https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/pop/7744501/the-johnsons-new-single-scream-listen|access-date=2020-12-23|website=Billboard|language=en}}</ref> & [[Bryce Vine]]<ref>{{Cite web|date=2016-10-28|title=The Johnsons New Music Video Awakens Nightmares for Halloween 2016|url=http://presskitchen.com/johnsons-music-video-halloween/|access-date=2020-12-23|website=Press Kitchen|language=en-US}}</ref>, Sandra N, Illustrated, Malbec etc. In 2005, Fagenson joined former Eve 6 member [[Max Collins (musician)|Max Collins]] in forming a new band, [[The Sugi Tap]] while Eve 6 was on hiatus. They played shows around Los Angeles and released an EP before reforming Eve 6 in 2007<ref>{{Cite web|title=Listen Up! The Sugi Tap rises from ashes of Eve 6|url=https://www.goupstate.com/article/20071220/News/605208965|access-date=2020-12-23|website=GoUpstate|language=en}}</ref>.
When not spending time on band matters, Fagenson produced and co-wrote songs for artists such as Puddle of Mudd, Emily Osment, Illustrated, the Johnsons, Sandra N, Malbec and the Outré. In 2005, Fagenson joined former Eve 6 member [[Max Collins (musician)|Max Collins]] in forming a new band, [[The Sugi Tap]]. They played smaller venues and released an EP.


Fagenson announced his departure from Eve 6 via Twitter on April 7, 2018.<ref>[https://twitter.com/Eve6/status/982716216602013696] {{dead link|date=September 2020}}</ref>
Fagenson announced his departure from Eve 6 via [https://www.instagram.com/p/BhSNbaJliaF/ Instagram] and Twitter on April 7, 2018.

In 2018, Fagenson started his current band [http://www.deadposey.com/ Dead Posey]<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|date=2020-06-18|title=EP Review: Dead Posey - Malfunction (Sumerian Records)|url=https://www.gbhbl.com/ep-review-dead-posey-malfunction-sumerian-records/|access-date=2020-12-23|website=Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life|language=en-GB}}</ref> as guitarist with wife Danyell Souza. The duo has released 3 EP’s on [[Sumerian Records]] / [https://www.positionmusic.com/ Position Music]<ref>{{Cite web|last=read0|first=News 4 min|date=2020-05-28|title=DEAD POSEY – Announce’Malfunction’ EPReleasing June 19th via Sumerian Records/Position Music|url=https://rocknloadmag.com/news/dead-posey-announcemalfunction-epreleasing-june-19th-via-sumerian-records-position-music/|access-date=2020-12-23|website=R o c k 'N' L o a d|language=en-GB}}</ref> - [https://open.spotify.com/album/65dI4heGJWabVL3DvGIHuF?si=i3H9QZfcTfWrhtMLe9VA4w Freak Show]<ref>{{Cite web|last=Hutchings|first=Paul|date=2020-06-18|title=Album Review: Dead Posey - Malfunction|url=https://therazorsedge.rocks/2020-06-album-review-dead-posey-malfunction/|access-date=2020-12-23|website=The Razor's Edge|language=en-GB}}</ref> , [https://open.spotify.com/album/3rzo48TsDql1skCPyRBdBC?si=jHe8F3F-TWek34ltTTVJvA Malfunction]<ref>{{Cite web|title=REVIEW: Dead Posey – Malfunction (EP) {{!}} {{!}} Invicta Magazine|url=https://invictamagazine.com/review-dead-posey-malfunction-ep/|access-date=2020-12-23|language=en-US}}</ref> & [https://open.spotify.com/album/3tWtKsX80Jg8I4tTAdhsZL?si=1q63ZAHuRPuhvFj_nHXrJA Malfunction X Broken Down]<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|last=Release|first=Press|date=2020-12-11|title=Dead Posey Unveil New Acoustic EP "Malfunction X Broken Down"|url=https://www.mayhemmusicmagazine.com/dead-posey-unveil-new-acoustic-ep-malfunction-x-broken-down/|access-date=2020-12-23|website=Mayhem Music Magazine|language=en-US}}</ref>. The duo has played notable festivals [[Louder Than Life]]<ref>{{Cite web|last=Spencer|first=Luke|date=2019-10-03|title=Dead Posey Play Their Biggest Audience So Far at Louder Than Life {{!}} Photos|url=https://getrocked.net/dead-posey-play-their-biggest-audience-so-far-at-louder-than-life-photos/|access-date=2020-12-23|website=Rocked|language=en-US}}</ref>, [[Aftershock Festival|Aftershock]]<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-11-15|title=Dead Posey-Aftershock 2019 Day 2|url=http://honestbrutality.com/dead-posey-aftershock-2019-day-2/|access-date=2020-12-23|website=Honest Brutality|language=en-US}}</ref> and [https://www.shiprocked.com/artists/dead-posey Shiprocked]<ref>{{Cite web|last=Spencer|first=Luke|date=2020-06-25|title=DEAD POSEY Talk Malfunction, Future Performances, Shiprocked, Tasting Blood, More|url=http://getrocked.net/dead-posey-talk-malfunction-future-performances-shiprocked-tasting-blood-more/|access-date=2020-12-23|website=Rocked|language=en-US}}</ref> and toured with bands such as [[Theory of a Deadman]]<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-12-07|title=Theory of a Deadman with Dead Posey live in Manchester|url=https://ramzine.co.uk/featured/theory-of-a-deadman-with-dead-posey-live-in-manchester/|access-date=2020-12-23|website=RAMzine|language=en-GB}}</ref> and [[Palaye Royale]] with [[Bones UK]]<ref>{{Cite web|title=Dead Posey - Surviving with Oxygen Tanks on tour and pissing in Starbucks cups - Interview|url=https://www.rawmusictv.com/interview/2018/Dead-Posey-Surviving-with-Oxygen-Tanks-on-tour-palaye-Royale-and-pissing-in-Starbucks-cups|access-date=2020-12-23|website=RawMusicTV|language=en}}</ref>.

Dead Posey’s music has been heard in Fox’s [[Lucifer (TV series)|Lucifer]]<ref name=":0" />, MTV's [[Teen Wolf (2011 TV series)|Teen Wolf]]<ref name=":0" />, Marvel’s [[Cloak & Dagger (TV series)|Cloak & Dagger]]<ref name=":0" />, and Netflix's [[Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father|Jack Whitehall: Travels With My Father]]<ref name=":0" />, as well as in ads for [[Taco Bell]], [[PlayStation|Sony PlayStation]], [[Riot Games League of Legends World Championship|Riot Games’ League of Legends]], and more<ref name=":1" />. The duo has received positive write ups from the likes of [[Spin (magazine)|SPIN Magazine]]<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-06-22|title=Dead Posey Release New Video for "Parasite"|url=https://www.spin.com/2020/06/dead-posey-parasite-malfunction-premiere/|access-date=2020-12-23|website=Spin}}</ref>, [[Guitar World|Guitar World Magazine]]<ref>{{Cite web|last=October 2019|first=Mark McStea 16|title=Dead Posey: “We’re not religious or anything, but there’s something kind of earthy about that life-and-death grandeur..."|url=https://www.guitarworld.com/artists/dead-posey-were-not-religious-or-anything-but-theres-something-kind-of-earthy-about-that-life-and-death-grandeur|access-date=2020-12-23|website=guitarworld|language=en}}</ref> as well as their song "Parasite" being placed on the [https://loudwire.com/best-rock-songs-2020/ 68 Best Rock Songs of 2020] by [[Loudwire]]<ref>{{Cite web|last=December 11|first=Chad ChildersLauryn SchaffnerRabab Al-SharifJake RichardsonPublished:|last2=2020|title=68 Best Rock Songs of 2020|url=https://loudwire.com/best-rock-songs-2020/|access-date=2020-12-23|website=Loudwire|language=en}}</ref> and has collaborated with [[Hot Topic]] on their “[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KP0Thu1JKjs I Like Scary Movies Experience]” feature. They have also appeared on podcasts such as [[The Boo Crew]]<ref>{{Cite web|last=Crew|first=The Boo|date=2019-09-04|title=DEAD POSEY Take The Boo Crew Behind the Veil of their Dark, Spooky Infused Rock Music!|url=https://www.talesfromtheboocrew.com/single-post/2019/09/04/dead-posey-take-the-boo-crew-behind-the-veil-of-their-dark-spooky-infused-rock-music|access-date=2020-12-23|website=theboocrew|language=en}}</ref> & The [https://open.spotify.com/show/3hJ5Lcqop072bqIYOB3Spm?si=8-3CqO5tRmaUvuSugiHj8w Fred Minnick Show]<ref>{{Cite web|last=tewonawonga|date=2020-03-20|title=Rock Band Dead Posey Talks 'Making It' In Music, Drinks Jack Daniel's and EH Taylor|url=https://www.fredminnick.com/2020/03/19/rock-band-dead-posey-talks-making-it-in-music-drinks-jack-daniels-and-eh-taylor-2/|access-date=2020-12-23|website=Fred Minnick|language=en-US}}</ref>.


Fagenson is the son of the [[Grammy Award]] winning producer [[Don Was]].
Fagenson is the son of the [[Grammy Award]] winning producer [[Don Was]].

Revision as of 21:53, 23 December 2020

Tony Fagenson
Tony Fagenson (left) with Max Collins in 2012
Tony Fagenson (left) with Max Collins in 2012
Background information
Birth nameAnthony Edward Fagenson
Also known asTony F.
Born (1978-07-18) July 18, 1978 (age 46)
Occupation(s)Musician, producer
Instrument(s)Guitar, drums, percussion, guitar, keyboards, piano, programming, vocals
Years active1996–present

Anthony Edward "Tony" Fagenson (born July 18, 1978) is a producer, songwriter, drummer, and guitarist who is best known for his work with rock band Eve 6.[1] While attending the University of Southern California at the age of 18, he auditioned for a band from La Crescenta, California called Eleventeen (eventually to become Eve 6) to replace their drummer. A fan at the time of the Fox TV show The X-Files, Fagenson and singer Max Collins were inspired to name the band Eve 6 after seeing the X-Files episode "Eve" while recording their first album. Tony played on and co-wrote the 4 Eve 6 albums released between 1998-2012[2].

When not spending time on band matters, Fagenson produced and co-wrote songs for artists such as Puddle of Mudd[3], Emily Osment (of Disney's Hannah Montana)[4], The Johnsons[5] & Bryce Vine[6], Sandra N, Illustrated, Malbec etc. In 2005, Fagenson joined former Eve 6 member Max Collins in forming a new band, The Sugi Tap while Eve 6 was on hiatus. They played shows around Los Angeles and released an EP before reforming Eve 6 in 2007[7].

Fagenson announced his departure from Eve 6 via Instagram and Twitter on April 7, 2018.

In 2018, Fagenson started his current band Dead Posey[8] as guitarist with wife Danyell Souza. The duo has released 3 EP’s on Sumerian Records / Position Music[9] - Freak Show[10] , Malfunction[11] & Malfunction X Broken Down[12]. The duo has played notable festivals Louder Than Life[13], Aftershock[14] and Shiprocked[15] and toured with bands such as Theory of a Deadman[16] and Palaye Royale with Bones UK[17].

Dead Posey’s music has been heard in Fox’s Lucifer[8], MTV's Teen Wolf[8], Marvel’s Cloak & Dagger[8], and Netflix's Jack Whitehall: Travels With My Father[8], as well as in ads for Taco Bell, Sony PlayStation, Riot Games’ League of Legends, and more[12]. The duo has received positive write ups from the likes of SPIN Magazine[18], Guitar World Magazine[19] as well as their song "Parasite" being placed on the 68 Best Rock Songs of 2020 by Loudwire[20] and has collaborated with Hot Topic on their “I Like Scary Movies Experience” feature. They have also appeared on podcasts such as The Boo Crew[21] & The Fred Minnick Show[22].

Fagenson is the son of the Grammy Award winning producer Don Was.

References

  1. ^ Strong, Martin Charles; Peel, John (October 25, 2004). The great rock discography. Canongate U.S. pp. 519–. ISBN 978-1-84195-615-2. Retrieved November 12, 2011.
  2. ^ "Eve 6 | Album Discography". AllMusic. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  3. ^ Pm, 2012 5:30. "All about Eve 6 are having fun again". Newsday. Retrieved December 23, 2020. {{cite web}}: |first= has numeric name (help)
  4. ^ Magazine, Seventeen (October 27, 2009). "Emily Osment Dishes on Her First Album!". Seventeen. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  5. ^ "The Johnsons Will Make You Want to 'Scream' Over Their Catchy New Single: Premiere". Billboard. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  6. ^ "The Johnsons New Music Video Awakens Nightmares for Halloween 2016". Press Kitchen. October 28, 2016. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  7. ^ "Listen Up! The Sugi Tap rises from ashes of Eve 6". GoUpstate. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  8. ^ a b c d e "EP Review: Dead Posey - Malfunction (Sumerian Records)". Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life. June 18, 2020. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  9. ^ read0, News 4 min (May 28, 2020). "DEAD POSEY – Announce'Malfunction' EPReleasing June 19th via Sumerian Records/Position Music". R o c k 'N' L o a d. Retrieved December 23, 2020.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  10. ^ Hutchings, Paul (June 18, 2020). "Album Review: Dead Posey - Malfunction". The Razor's Edge. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  11. ^ "REVIEW: Dead Posey – Malfunction (EP) | | Invicta Magazine". Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  12. ^ a b Release, Press (December 11, 2020). "Dead Posey Unveil New Acoustic EP "Malfunction X Broken Down"". Mayhem Music Magazine. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  13. ^ Spencer, Luke (October 3, 2019). "Dead Posey Play Their Biggest Audience So Far at Louder Than Life | Photos". Rocked. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  14. ^ "Dead Posey-Aftershock 2019 Day 2". Honest Brutality. November 15, 2019. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  15. ^ Spencer, Luke (June 25, 2020). "DEAD POSEY Talk Malfunction, Future Performances, Shiprocked, Tasting Blood, More". Rocked. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  16. ^ "Theory of a Deadman with Dead Posey live in Manchester". RAMzine. December 7, 2019. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  17. ^ "Dead Posey - Surviving with Oxygen Tanks on tour and pissing in Starbucks cups - Interview". RawMusicTV. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  18. ^ "Dead Posey Release New Video for "Parasite"". Spin. June 22, 2020. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  19. ^ October 2019, Mark McStea 16. "Dead Posey: "We're not religious or anything, but there's something kind of earthy about that life-and-death grandeur..."". guitarworld. Retrieved December 23, 2020.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  20. ^ December 11, Chad ChildersLauryn SchaffnerRabab Al-SharifJake RichardsonPublished:; 2020. "68 Best Rock Songs of 2020". Loudwire. Retrieved December 23, 2020. {{cite web}}: |last2= has numeric name (help)CS1 maint: extra punctuation (link) CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  21. ^ Crew, The Boo (September 4, 2019). "DEAD POSEY Take The Boo Crew Behind the Veil of their Dark, Spooky Infused Rock Music!". theboocrew. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  22. ^ tewonawonga (March 20, 2020). "Rock Band Dead Posey Talks 'Making It' In Music, Drinks Jack Daniel's and EH Taylor". Fred Minnick. Retrieved December 23, 2020.


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