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CWO
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 Posted May 1st, 2006 06:47 PM IP   
http://www.myspace.com/thecwo
Christopher Walken Overdrive, Fargo beer-metal
Prozac-addict/new-waver Donovan Stewart (Guitar) and eating-disorder prone Ryan Haugland (Drums) decided to start a band one night in a dingy bar in Moorhead, MN. Local stumble-drunk Fred Frenzel was asked to join as the bass player, but decided it would be way more embarassing to be the singer. The three discussed the idea, found a practice spot, contracted malaria and started jamming. Fellow intoxicant and gator-wrestler Ryan Harstad was quickly added as bassist. Later local-rock-god/pet-sitter Shane Bertrand joined as lead guitarist. The band wrote a few songs and played one show on December 3rd, 2004. Haugland left for Lawrence, KS shortly afterward to get a haircut and didn't come back. The band meandered until finding a new drummer named Trick Yomama. The band played more shows during the Spring and Summer of 2005 before taking a break to record a demo that August. Trick moved to Austin, TX in September/October to catch some rays and the band was again without a drummer. The demo was destroyed in a liquor store robbery and again in a bank fire and took more time to record than expected. Shaken by the pagan gods hatred of them, the band ceased to function for 6 months. The demo neared completion, CWO got it's collective shit together and Unlern drummer James agreed to sit behind the kit and shit-talk. Thankfully, the band is a fully functional unit again. Arise chicken.
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marie
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Posted May 12th, 2006 09:52 PM IP
Dude, I've gotta be totally wasted to dance.
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taylorhruby
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Posted May 15th, 2006 01:05 PM IP
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http://www.myspace.com/thecwo
Christopher Walken Overdrive, Fargo beer-metal
Prozac-addict/new-waver Donovan Stewart (Guitar) and eating-disorder prone Ryan Haugland (Drums) decided to start a band one night in a dingy bar in Moorhead, MN. Local stumble-drunk Fred Frenzel was asked to join as the bass player, but decided it would be way more embarassing to be the singer. The three discussed the idea, found a practice spot, contracted malaria and started jamming. Fellow intoxicant and gator-wrestler Ryan Harstad was quickly added as bassist. Later local-rock-god/pet-sitter Shane Bertrand joined as lead guitarist. The band wrote a few songs and played one show on December 3rd, 2004. Haugland left for Lawrence, KS shortly afterward to get a haircut and didn't come back. The band meandered until finding a new drummer named Trick Yomama. The band played more shows during the Spring and Summer of 2005 before taking a break to record a demo that August. Trick moved to Austin, TX in September/October to catch some rays and the band was again without a drummer. The demo was destroyed in a liquor store robbery and again in a bank fire and took more time to record than expected. Shaken by the pagan gods hatred of them, the band ceased to function for 6 months. The demo neared completion, CWO got it's collective shit together and Unlern drummer James agreed to sit behind the kit and shit-talk. Thankfully, the band is a fully functional unit again. Arise chicken.
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HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i wish i came on here to bump my bands thread.
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miketheyouknow
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Posted June 3rd, 2006 07:51 PM IP
Sharing a practice space with a satanic (and very elusive) metal band must be nice. 2 kudos.
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fredzilla
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Posted August 5th, 2006 05:38 PM IP
hey fellers. we are playing a benefit show at the Fargo VFW Friday, August 11th.
It is a 21+ show because there is free beer involved.
Also involved are a newly reformed Satan's War Boner (any metalhead lucky enough to see these guys at Ralphs know what i'm talking about)
The Throbbing Hotrods and Dude Bazooka are also lending support.
Admission is free, but donations are being accepted. The money will go towards a Cancer fund for an employee of the VFW. God bless.
...this life no life it's killing me...
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fredzilla
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Posted August 19th, 2006 11:06 AM IP
Be sure to vote for CWO on August 22nd's Rock Roots battle to open for Powerman 5000! We are battling the Nora's via radio at 6pm. Vote as soon as the songs are done playing and get us in the running to open for Rob Zombies little brother!
...this life no life it's killing me...
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Clint
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Posted August 22nd, 2006 06:23 PM IP
Good job on winning rockroots tonight guys. Good luck next week.
-Clint
http://www.myspace.com/thehoofandhorn
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fredzilla
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Posted August 23rd, 2006 05:00 PM IP
Thanks man, and thanks to everyone who voted. Next we will be up against Four Walls on Thursday, August 31st. Slayer! 
...this life no life it's killing me...
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fredzilla
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Posted September 6th, 2006 04:03 PM IP
TONITE THE STARS REVOLT!!!
Today on Q98 at 6pm, we are up against Obsidian for the finals!! Call in and vote!!! 701-234-9898!! Extra special thanks to all have help us out thus far, extra extra special thanks to those who vote tonight! For us I mean! Yarr!!
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fredzilla
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Posted September 21st, 2006 02:29 PM IP
October 6th, 2006!
Christopher Walken Overdrive
The Wrong Men
Lucyd
Shining Black
All Star Bowl, Moorhead
All Ages $5
7pm
...this life no life it's killing me...
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fredzilla
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Posted September 21st, 2006 02:29 PM IP
October 6th, 2006!
Christopher Walken Overdrive
The Wrong Men
Lucyd
Shining Black
All Star Bowl, Moorhead
All Ages $5
7pm
...this life no life it's killing me...
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fredzilla
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Posted December 9th, 2006 05:09 PM IP
The BlackTooth Ball
Battlefields (fargo doom metal)
Obsidian (fargo old metal)
FallBack (fargo nu metal)
The Christopher Walken Overdrive (fargo gay metal)
InkedIndecision (g.f. metal metal)
9pm
21+
The Nestor
Fargo, ND
...this life no life it's killing me...
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fredzilla
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Posted December 16th, 2006 01:13 PM IP
I guess Blind Joe is playing this thing too. That dude is amazing!
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The Hammer
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Posted February 6th, 2007 01:30 PM IP
I love Christopher Walken
If you find an Atheist in your neighborhood,
TELL A PARENT OR PASTOR RIGHT AWAY!
You may be moved to try and witness to
these poor lost souls yourself, however
AVOID TALKING TO THEM!
Atheists are often very grumpy and bitter and will lash out at children or they may even try to trick you into neglecting God's Word.
Very advanced witnessing techniques are needed for these grouches. Let the adults handle them.
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fredzilla
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Posted February 8th, 2007 04:38 PM IP
What up kid? We are again in a Battle of the Bands hosted by Q98. We've advanced to the first round of semi-finals. We are playing live at the Old Broadway tonight against our friends Lucyd. The show starts sometime after 8pm. Come on out for awkwardness!
...this life no life it's killing me...
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fredzilla
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Posted March 7th, 2007 01:38 PM IP
Current and upcoming shows:
March 8th - Old Broadway, Fargo
March 22nd - The Aquarium, Fargo
March 30th - The Nestor, Fargo
April 14th - The Aquarium, Fargo
April 16th, The Red Sea Club, Minneapolis
April 18th, The Klinic, Madison, Wisconsin
We are on the verge of selling out completely, so do yourself a favor and catch us live before it happens!
...this life no life it's killing me...
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fredzilla
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Posted July 19th, 2007 04:07 PM IP
Here are some more CWO shows!
July 19th - Aquarium, Fargo - Necktie Suicide CD release show.
August 3rd, Nestor, Fargo - James' 21st Birthday Bash/CD release show with PLX, JAW
August 11th, Trick 'Em All '07 - Pelican Lake, MN with Snake Handler, Johnson Family Band, The Perfect Christmas
So yeah, our CD drops on August 3rd (or shortly thereafter). Pick up one at a show or just come to the show and yell curse words. We do it all the time.
...this life no life it's killing me...
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fredzilla
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Posted September 20th, 2007 06:33 AM IP
September 28th - Red Raven w/ JAW + 3 more
September 29th - All Star w/ Masada + 11 more
We are always looking to play shows, so if you need an extra band just get ahold of us here or via myspace and we will bro down.
...this life no life it's killing me...
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uhohitsjess
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Posted September 24th, 2007 01:17 PM IP
I saw you guys play at The Knights of Columbus about 3 years ago I think. you guys were awesome. I cant wait to get back up to ND and see what you guys have goin on these days.
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fredzilla
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Posted September 25th, 2007 07:08 AM IP
Thanks! We were awesome three years ago... now we're just tired and bitter... just kidding!
The KoC was always good times. I miss that place.
We just added a Halloween show:
October 31st @ the Red Raven
Fatal Intent
CWO
Vendetta Spoken
War on God
Obsidian
Serenity
$5
6pm
All Ages
(Edited by fredzilla)
...this life no life it's killing me...
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fredzilla
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Posted October 1st, 2007 06:44 AM IP
We just had our first interview in the High Plaines Reader published on Thursday. I would link to their website, but it has been under construction for the last 3 years. I have posted it unabridged on our myspace blog here..
...this life no life it's killing me...
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fredzilla
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Posted October 15th, 2007 11:07 PM IP
WELL WE NEED A NEW DRUMMER. ALL SHOWS ARE CANCELLED FOR THE TIME BEING. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SET UP A SESSION WITH US IF YOU ARE INTERESTED!
...this life no life it's killing me...
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fredzilla
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Posted November 19th, 2007 11:33 PM IP
We just secured a new drummer. We will be ready to do shows in January. We may throw in a couple near the end of December too.
check out our myspace for more details and hilarious office jokes!
...this life no life it's killing me...
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fredzilla
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Posted December 27th, 2007 10:06 PM IP
well, we're done.
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fredzilla
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Posted March 6th, 2008 03:03 PM IP
BY THE POWER OF LUCIFER WE HAVE RETURNED!
BEWARE!
You got any gum?
We are back and looking for shows.
Holla!
...this life no life it's killing me...
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fredzilla
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Posted April 13th, 2008 08:02 PM IP
New Songs up now!
These are the last songs we'll be releasing with Shanesaw on lead guitar.
Check 'em out and also check out the current shows we have scheduled.
Peace,
-F
...this life no life it's killing me...
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