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Serenading the Dead
Rock / Powerpop / Indie



Los Angeles, California
United States

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   Serenading the Dead: General Info
Member Since12/11/2006
Band Websiteserenadingthedead.com
Band Members
Gino Steffe
(Vocals, Percussion)
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Ara Nalbandian
(Guitar, Vox, Piano, Drums)
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Justin Evans
(Bass)
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Nov 21 2008 10:00P
Prince O’ Whales Playa del Rey, California
Dec 5 2008 10:00P
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   About Serenading the Dead




Serenading the Dead is a dynamic acoustic trio hailing from Los Angeles, CA. The founding members, comprised of Gino Steffe (vocals/percussion), Ara Nalbandian (guitars/vocals/drums) and Justin Evans (bass) met while attending the University of Southern California, and have spent the past decade writing music together. After various musical projects, the three decided to get back to basics and focus on songwriting by crafting a bohemian take on pop music that has yielded comparisons to bands like Simon & Garfunkel, Wilco, The Beatles, and Elliott Smith.

Released in April of 2007, the band's self-titled debut is a musical odyssey that draws the listener in with its unique melodies and passionate lyrics. Thematically, the ten track offering covers a variety of subject matter ranging from a midnight drive lost in one's car (Moonroof) to broken friendships (Brutus) to unrequited love (Wish I Were Lonely). Besides selling albums at shows, Serenading the Dead promote and distribute their product through various mainstream outlets such as Amazon.com, iTunes, and CDBaby. Most recently, "Brutus" and "She's Not Tangible" have been featured on several local and international podcasts, and in the month of September, "Brutus" was featured on XM Satellite Radio's Radar Report, a weekly program that highlights new up and coming bands.

With a new record set to be released in the spring of 2008, Serenading the Dead is currently submitting media kits to dozens of festivals, competitions, and top college radio stations, while seeking representation to bring their sound and message to the widest possible audience. In the meantime, you can still catch them hard at work touring their self-titled record at a host of shows in and around California.


1.) Moon Roof
2.) Brutus
3.) Acrobat
4.) She's Not Tangible
5.) Notes from Underground
6.) Bus Stop
7.) Swamp Song
8.) Wish I Were Lonely
9.) This Road
10.) Country Blu

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Audio Press:

She's Not Tangible on IR: SoCal (7-18-2007)
Brutus on XM Radio (9-13-2007)
Brutus on Godzilla's Laundry (10-3-2007)


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Nov 8 2008 7:38 AM

Ummm... anyone need a glockenspiel... i WILL SELL ONE CHEAP!
*~Liz~*





Oct 8 2008 4:10 PM

happy birthday cousin have fun and have a wonderful day
*DESIRE with another E*





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Jul 27 2008 7:24 PM

What up? Hope all is well!
Queen Bee





Jul 18 2008 4:53 PM

Long time no talk. I miss all of you! Come play a show in San Diego...the people down here would love you!!!!!! Please? :)
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May 21 2008 8:19 PM

HI GUYS...HOW IN THE HECK ARE YOU ALL????????? I MISS YOU ALL SOO MUCH...IM TRYING TO GET UP THERE TO COME SEE YOU ALL AGAIN BUT MY SCHEDULE SUCKS ASS....ANYWAYS MISS YOU ALL AND LOVE YOU ALL TOO!!! MUCH LOVE
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Apr 2 2008 5:13 PM

Gotta say that you guys were awesome last night.
I'll try to catch the Genghis Cohen one! :)
Siya





Mar 9 2008 12:53 AM

on march 19th. wednesday.
Siya





Mar 9 2008 12:51 AM

hola, STD-ers

Just wanted to let you know about our upcoming inaugural show/pimp our shit -

14 Below, 1348 14th St., Santa Monica, California 90404
9 PM

-noah
LISH





Feb 14 2008 8:24 AM

Happy V day fellas=)
*DESIRE with another E*





Feb 2 2008 3:11 AM

hey guys...whats crack-a-lackin!!!!!!!!! how are you guys???? miss you all....so ummmm when are you playin next so I can come up to see you all????? let me know!! MUCH LOVE TO YOU ALL...Hugs N Kisses
Bam The Most®





Jan 17 2008 7:08 PM

Justin, Gino, Ara....Happy New years to ya!! I had to drop a few lines to you guys and pump up the songs/albulm!
You guys have always been phenom in my book.
It has been quite a while.
I look forward to talking with you guys and seeing you guys in action soon.,
Drop a brova a few lines and let me know whats really good with yall..
I mean it!
Dont forget to drop me a line or two...
Bam The MOST !! !!
LISH





Dec 18 2007 7:58 AM

Hola Chicos! I miss ya guys...let's get together for the holidays...
Tory





Dec 15 2007 6:04 AM

Hey STD!!! Okay I'm having withdrawal, Gino, I work with you, and now never see you and Justin and Ara, yeah, never see you! I hope your time off is treating you well. I know the world needs more STDs! Ha ha, okay maybe that's not funny... anyway, can't wait for your next show! Keep me in the loop yo! :)
Jennifer





Dec 6 2007 5:14 PM

No... actually, I was looking up a few bands I was just introduced to and decided to look into your band! I like!
Tory





Nov 13 2007 5:46 AM

Hey guys!!! Finally have internet again!! yay!! Just wanted to let you know what an awesome show you just played at Ghengis!!! It was too short for my want but what a way to go out for a few months while recording. You rocked as always, and for those of you who missed it, well, that just plain sucks, so make sure you make the next one, it will blow you away!!!
Shaun Ritter





Oct 31 2007 7:11 AM

what's up guys? sorry I haven't made it out to a show in a while; I'll definitely be at the next one. Let me know what's up. Peace
kate





Oct 28 2007 6:46 PM

sweet! thanks guys. ;)
Queen Bee





Oct 19 2007 6:08 AM

I miss you guys! Love the video. Hope to see you soon. :)
Tory





Oct 13 2007 11:19 PM

Hey STD, you guys rocked Joxy's last night! For all of those who missed it, ya gotta come to the next one, These guys just keep getting better and better!
Kenneth





Oct 13 2007 10:49 PM

Another crowd pleasing show, good work
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Oct 12 2007 5:40 PM

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Jeni





Oct 11 2007 3:43 AM

I'm normally not one to miss an STD show , but I will be in NYC. (where I've been for the last month, and where I'll be for the next month) Hope you guys have a great show!!
Joel





Oct 11 2007 12:40 AM

what's up guys? good to hear your music again! keep on jammin.
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Oct 9 2007 4:45 AM

HAPPY BIRTH DAY GINO I LOVE YOUR SONGS
Ashley.





Oct 7 2007 10:20 PM

The show is 21+!! Let me know when you have a show for 18+ and i'd love to go and support you guys.
Tory





Oct 7 2007 7:05 PM

I will be there with bells on, my friends. :) Can't Wait !!