The AutistiX

[CatParty]

http://www.theautistix.com/

'The AutistiX’ are a unique rock band. We create our own songs and performs covers. The band’s sound sets us apart, but our 3 youngest members do too: Jack Beaven Duggan, Luke Steels and Saul Zur-Szpiro, all have autism. We are led by a talented singer and mentor, Jim Connelly, and joined by Jack's father, John and Saul's father, Michael. The band was formed in April 2010. Coming together as a band called ‘The AutistiX’ we were keen to be recognised for our musical talent and are proud to include musicians with autism. The band, as well as being creative, provides the chance to develop musically, personally and socially. It is also a bonus for father and son to bond through playing music in the band.

 

[Philosophy Zombie]

I can't decide if this is amusing or sad.

 

[ZehnBoat]

I can't decide if this is amusing or sad.

i think it's great

it just needs chris chan as front man

 

[Zvantastika]

i think it's great

it just needs chris chan as front man

Chris already has a band remember?. And his covers are way better:

 

[CatParty]

 

[Glaive]

-whacks snare drum completely off time-

I feel bad for the neurotypical lead signer, nice of him to carry them that hard.

 

[Abethedemon]

I think they sound pretty tight. I don't really see why they need to show all of their powerlevels when performing though.

 

[CatParty]

I think they sound pretty tight. I don't really see why they need to show all of their powerlevels when performing though.

it's like they are exploiting their autism. "hey look at us"

 

[Pickle Inspector]

I was just thinking it'd be fun to watch a documentary about this band and after looking at their site it turns out I can because they just released one today!: http://www.theguardian.com/news/video/2015/aug/10/autism-rocks-meet-the-boys-from-the-autistix-video

 

[CatParty]

 

[ASoulMan]

BEST BAND EVER!

 

[Ruin]

Before I even opened this topic I thought I'll bet one of them has a fedora and buck teeth. Fucking nailed it.

 

[CatParty]

 

[Alberto Balsalm]

it's like they are exploiting their autism. "hey look at us"

It looks like they're using it as both a method for free publicity and a card not to have their music and behavior judged by normal people standards

That'll sure show everyone how strong and talented people with autism can be

 

[Pickle Inspector]

It looks like they're using it as both a method for free publicity and a card not to have their music and behavior judged by normal people standards

That'll sure show everyone how strong and talented people with autism can be

It's not the first time a band has used sensitive political issues to their advantage, Pussy Riot was in the news constantly, at least in the UK.

Now is the perfect time for an autistic lesbian souled individual to make it big in the music world!

 

[Queen of Tarts]

It's not the first time a band has used sensitive political issues to their advantage, Pussy Riot was in the news constantly, at least in the UK.

Now is the perfect time for an autistic lesbian souled individual to make it big in the music world!

By singing I Want It That Way with self-penned lyrics.

 

[Le Bateleur]

Autistic musicians like Ladyhawke and Craig from The Vines seem to manage fine without making it their gimmick...

EDIT: apparently Courtney Love is on the spectrum, too.

 

[AnOminous]

Autistic musicians like Ladyhawke and Craig from The Vines seem to manage fine without making it their gimmick...

EDIT: apparently Courtney Love is on the spectrum, too.

So is Gary Numan. Not that it shows or anything.

 

[SregginKcuf]

the pictures made me cringe