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12/06 Press Release john condron & the benefit release new 6 song ep “loud as silence” [color="darkred"][b]www.johncondron.com[/b][/color] the chicago based trio john condron & the benefit have finished the follow up ep to 2005's full length cd “down to dorsey”, & are planning a full release in early 2007 (the cd will be available for limited release in december 2006). the new offering entitled “loud as silence” finds the band in top form & is the first time that drummer & chicago scene veteran barret harvey has joined john & bassist jeff bella on a recording as a member of the benefit. This change in dynamic coupled with the new material has brought the excitement & energy of the band's live performances into the studio & subsequently has helped to produce their finest work to date. from the “big” tracks that grab the listener by the throat to soft & subtle soul stirrers the band displays a cohesiveness & conviction that set them apart. with production help from chicago “staples” dave lill (stylus) & luke farran (air this side of caution), “loud as silence” is a true powerhouse of a record that deserves to be heard...again & again! [color="darkred"][/color][color="darkred"][/color]