Wichita band gains exposure after debut album

After entering the recording studio to lay down some tracks as a new, modern rock band in 2007, Signum A.D. has taken on the rock world by force. The band is starting to get more exposure since members started touring and expanded their fan base after their June debut, "The Unsilenced."

The four-piece band formed just a couple years ago in Augusta, Kan. They released a short EP album titled "Music As Morphine" in April 2008, which included five songs that appear retouched on "The Unsilenced." In the past, Signum A.D. has served as opening act for bands like Cinderella, Halestorm and Chevelle.

"The Unsilenced" was produced and mixed by well-known names who have worked with successful bands in the past, such as producer Brett Hestla, who has worked with bands like Framing Hanley and Dark New Day. Kato Khandwalam, who has mixed Breaking Benjamin, mixed the album, and it was mastered by Tom Baker, who has worked with 10 Years and Sevendust. The album would probably appeal to fans of these bands; "The Unsilenced" has a familiar sound that shows the influence these bands have had.

The album begins with "Walls That Fall," which is a stellar track next to other songs like "Down" and "At The Seams." The heavy guitar riffs of "Walls That Fall" mixed with front-man Dave Ruyle's strong and raw vocals make the song. This is a great opening song because it can catch the listener's attention right away. Other noteworthy songs on this album are "Free," "Sad But Not Forgotten" and "Who I Am."

Starting as a small band from Wichita, the members of Signum A.D. are starting to branch out and get their music exposed to rock fans all around the country. With this debut album, it's exciting to see what else they can do. With their growing fan base and their new release, this could be just the beginning for the band. To learn more about Signum A.D., visit myspace.com/signumad.