The band was formed in 2006 and originally was a trio, but became a quartet soon after.
Bastian Rider- Bass, Vocals
Regency's bassist, primary lyricist and sometimes vocalist, Bastian was born Sebastian Rider Bezerra on December 8th, 1989. Growing up with his fraternal twin Edward, he was exposed to both music and literature from a very early age, something that would fuel his love both of song but also of words, something reflected in his songwriting style. The bass was not an immediate choice for him- instead, he chose it when he and his brother had to divide a guitar and bass between them as part of a birthday present. He also plays acoustic guitar by himself, as do most of Regency. He is a student at the University of Rochester in History and Creative Writing.
Edward Rider- Guitar, Vocals
Regency's guitarist, primary composer and other vocalist, Edward Rider Bezerra is the second of the Rider twins that make up half of Regency. A talented musician from an early age, he learned every instrument that he could lay his hands upon, counting amidst his extensive repetoire french horn, saxophone, trumpet, piano, guitar, bass, harmonica and more. He is also an amateur composer. Outside of the band he both studies singing classically and theater. He will be entering college in the fall.
Cameron Mancini- Drums
Regency's drummer and sometimes lyricist, Cameron is the third and final member of the original Nobles trio. Born to a father with a great love of music, Cam grew up surrounded by the rock greats- even if Bon Jovi wasn't there, thanks to a disagreement his father had had with him some years before. His addition to the Rider twins formed the Nobles in their first form, and the form it would remain in for a year. Cam is an amateur writer, and currently studies Political Science at Bristol Community College.
Jake Blasbalg- Guitar, Keyboard
The fourth member, and only to this date addition, to Regency, Jake's joining was what gave the Nobles the impetus they needed to set themselves finally in the public sight. Providing both guitar and keyboard, depending on the song, Jake also did all registration and editing on the Let Me Be! EP. Although obligations to the United States Air Force will keep him away from Regency this summer season, his younger brother Jesse (Who played the violin solo on Let Me Be) will take his place until he can rejoin them.
Notable guests include Molly O'Brien, Jesse Blasbalg, and Emma Rainwater.
Influences
Just about everything.
Sounds Like
Nobody. Or, at least, we're awaiting feedback on this one.
Founded as The Nobles in 2006, Regency originally consisted of Bastian Rider (Sebastian Bezerra) on bass and vocals, Edward Rider (Edward Bezerra) on guitar, and Cameron Mancini on drums. As time passed, although they continued to play for their own amusement, a succession of other people came and went as they toyed with different configurations, and eventually Edward joined Bastian on vocals. However, the band remained unknown until 2007, when Jacob Blasbalg joined the band, bringing both his skills at keyboard, voice and guitar and his knowledge of electronic registration.
With his stylistic aid, the band's first EP, Let Me Be!, quickly coalesced, and they decided to play their high school Battle of the Bands as an objective. As a test, they played at a local church charity event, where they received a lot of positive feedback, encouraging them to play the Battle of the Bands. The night itself came and went; they played a great set but came a close second when all but one of the judges were swapped at the last minute for the members of a local band- who promptly voted for their friends.
However, they did receive several invitations to play as a result of this performance; one of which they ended up doing, the Barrington JamFest, a local anti-drug event, along with several others. They also played a few parties, which makes the sum of their experience to date.
The next year, Edward went to private school, Jake to the Air Force Academy, and Bastian to study in Italy, but they are nearing the end of this period and all are looking forward to restarting, although Jake will be replaced by his younger brother Jesse when he must leave for the Air Force. With a new look, a new sound, and a promising new guest singer (Molly O'Brien), the band will be stronger than ever.
