In April 2005, Cassino was birthed from the remnants of the two principle songwriters of the Alabama rock group Northstar...an inevitably organic genesis that came to light through a creative bond that existed for numerous years between Nick Torres and Tyler Odom. They began recording their first album in 2006 with Nashville-based producer/drummer Craig Krampf, known for his work with artists including Dolly Parton, Alabama, Townes Van Zandt, Steve Perry and Melissa Etheridge. While the duo says that the record doesn’t have a specifically Nashville sound, the city did become prevalent in the making of their debut record “Sounds of Salvation,” both as a new environment to inspire songwriting, and in the cast of characters brought in by Krampf. “Salvation” was soon blessed by the contributions of E Street Band bassist Garry Tallent and legendary saxophonist Jim Horn.
Released independently on March 29, 2007, “Sounds of Salvation” is the fruit of this blending of various states and sounds.
After some sporadic touring (and eventually a full U.S. tour), Cassino has settled down and started working on another full length record, which they plan to tentatively release in 2009.
Heyy! just wanted to let you know we have a new song and would love it if you checked it out and let us know what you think!! :D If you like what you hear you can download them on purevolume or Last.FM.
once again, the new song is terrific. as much as i love "sounds of salvation", you can really tell the growth and all around progression in songwriting with the new songs. there is so much emotion and soul pouring out of each song. i cannot wait to hear the remaining tracks and to hear it like it should be heard...on vinyl!
Nick/Ed- I'm so happy right now to know this is finished, and thats you've all worked so hard to get it done right. The page layout is so cool, and I just love you guys so much.-Abbs
I have been waiting for you guys to come back to California ever since way back when you guys were in Northstar. I still listen to Pollyanna all the time. Love the new stuff so keep up the good work
I just moved to Tennessee and I will now be in range to come check out a show. I'm super stoked about the new album (I've been a fan since early Northstar) and I will see you on Dec 2nd.
What have you been up too? Really means alot you gave us a shot. Def there are more bands then ever on here and we really appreciate you taking the time to check us out :)
every song you guys ever released has given me chills.. the new one is no exception. keep make the best music ever.. i'm so grateful to be able to listen to such incredible music like yours. THANK YOU!!!!
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