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Sleeping in Gethsemane - ON TOUR
Experimental / Progressive / Rock

"SERENITY NOW!"

Fargo, North Dakota
United States

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Member Since8/25/2005
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Brandon Schiwal-Bass

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Brandon LaPlante-Guitar

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Shane Heilman-Drums

Influences loom
Her Candane
The Diversion Scene constants
Building Better Bombs
Battle at Sea
Prize Country
Exigent Records
Battlefields


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"The Great White North"
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Record LabelExigent Records
Type of LabelIndie







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Sleeping In Gethsemane | Microtia | Faster On Building tour '08



04/25/2008 The Aquarium Fargo, ND W/ Prize Country, Sirhan Sirhan
04/30/2008 The Aquarium Fargo, ND W/ Microtia, Battlefields
05/01/2008 The Terminal Bar Minneapolis, MN W/ MICROTIA
05/02/2008 Nottingham Co-op Madison, WI W/ MICROTIA,
05/04/2008 Porch Honkey House Normal, IL W/ MICROTIA
05/05/2008 The Corner Bar Kallamazoo, MI W/ MICROTIA
05/06/2008 The Mutiny Chicago, IL W/ MICROTIA
05/08/2008 The Swing State Lake Villa, IL W/MICROTIA
05/09/2008 The Upper Room Virginia, MN W/ MICROTIA
05/10/2008 The Venue Duluth MN W/ MICROTIA
05/12/2008 TBA Gramd Forks, ND W/ MICROTIA
05/16/2008 First Cup DesMoines, IA W/ MICROTIA
05/17/2008 Indian Rock Salina, KS W/ MICROTIA
05/19/2008 Box Awesome Lincoln, NE W/ MICROTIA
05/20/2008 The Rocket Room Colorado Springs, CO W/ MICROTIA
05/21/2008 Three Kings Tavern Denver, CO W/ MICROTIA
05/22/2008 Velour Provo, UT W/ MICROTIA
05/23/2008 The Broken Record SLC, UT W/ MICROTIA
05/24/2008 The Slabtown Portland, OR W/ LOOM, Microtia, Prize Country
05/26/2008 Sunset Tavern Seattle, WA
05/28/2008 The Green House Seattle, WA W/ Faster On Building
05/30/2008 Jesters Tavern Helena MT W/ Faster on Building
05/31/2008 Boulder Canyon Bar Sturgis, SD W/ Faster on Building
06/1/2008 The Red Barn Williston, ND W/Faster on Building
06/2/2008 The Red Carpet Minot, ND W/Faster on Building
06/20/2008 - 06/25/2008 Recording at the Devils Workshop

When you think about cities renowned for their rich musical history, Fargo, North Dakota is probably the last place that would come to mind. The sprawling midwest metro area, located in the middle of nowhere, has produced few noteworthy musical acts. The town does, however, possess a bustling, tight-knit underground music scene, where bands are able to craft their own sound away from the trends and hipper-than-thou attitudes that often permeate larger cities. Out of this small, down-to-earth community has come Sleeping in Gethsemane, a monstrous three-piece poised to put Fargo on the map.

Their debut album, The Great White North, features nine tracks of masterfully played post-rock that is beautiful yet heavy, crushing yet delicate. Likely influenced by their geographical surroundings, one could hardly ask for a more fitting soundtrack to the barren, rural North Dakota landscape. When listening to songs like “Post Hoc Ergo Propter Hoc” or “They Are All Perfect,” it’s not difficult to envision yourself standing in the middle of the windswept, snow-blown prairies of the Great Plains. Comparisons to bands like Russian Circles and Explosions In The Sky are almost inevitable when discussing Sleeping in Gethsemane, but such name-dropping is doing the band a disservice. Sleeping in Gethsemane are their own band doing their own thing, and while they’re impressive enough on record, they’re at their best live. The dynamic interplay between guitarist Brandon LaPlante and bassist Brandon Schiwal is humbling to witness as the pair navigate their way through mind-bendingly intricate compositions, backed up by Heilman’s impeccably tight and impossibly powerful drumming from behind the kit. The band’s unique chemistry is awe-inspiring, and it’d be foolish to pass up an opportunity to see them destroy the stage.

Having signed a deal with Exigent Records, and with plans to release a new album late this year, Sleeping in Gethsemane’s future couldn’t possibly be brighter. With their hardworking attitude, backed up by their raw talent, there is no limit in sight how far this band can go.

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Loud instru-metal post-rock is possibly the last thing you'd expect to surface in Fargo, but here it comes, rumbling at the seams with only one guitar, one bass, and one explosive drumkit. Live, the band turn the venue ghostly with only a small array of bright white lights sitting on the floor in an otherwise pitch black cavern, creating for a doom-laden effect interlaced with gorgeous multi-layered fretwork invading your ears. Howling screams picked up only by amp and drum mics perfect the balance of destruction and beauty.

High Plains Reader Review of "The Great White North"

One of our better local acts, Sleeping in Gethsemane is impressive is simply for their ability to win over crowds with entirely *gasp* instrumental sets.
SiG proves that, if done right, bands can be successful sans vocals. Imagine a more claustrophobic Explosions in the Sky. Less cinema and more metal, they add density and punch than the latter's more spacious sound.
Incredibly well practiced, freakishly intuitive, or both-it matters little. Watching the two Brandons (LaPlante & Schiwal) duel frenetic guitar work and bending bass lines is impressive. Incredibly tight as a band, SiG never miss a beat, so it's no suprise that the band's live energy translates well to disc.
Aside from a very few drum mis-cues(note: end of track seven), The album is spotless. The production is tight, and the spacing just right. These days a 50-minute album is out of the ordinary, but SiG pull it off gracefully. As far as production quality goes, it's the second best local recording you'll find (for the best, pick up The Palest Blue's "Belles Lettres Hymns")
"The Great White North" shows not only talent, but skill and method. Now all they have to do is guild on this sound and, if we're lucky, top it next time out. -High Plains Reader

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May 13 2008 10:57 AM

hey guys!


i hope all is well!


we really need to play together!


i think we are coming thru Fargo July 12th,

if you are in town we should play togther!


that would be lots of fun!!!!


we love you guys!


kevin
Midnight Suit (WILLISTON LOOK OUT!!! 6 NEW SONGS)


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May 13 2008 8:33 AM

6 of our 8 new songs are up!! Check em out dweeeeds!!

Joel
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May 13 2008 4:44 AM

Oh man guys! I's so mad I missed your show!!! I've been stressing over finals here, and completely spaced on it!

Well, all I can do is wish you guys the best of luck on your tour!
Dallas





May 10 2008 8:52 AM

The 23rd is gonna be some sweet action!
grant





May 9 2008 12:14 AM

when are you guys coming home?
i need to know in advance so i can empty the ashtrays in brandon's room.
Hennes Siste Høst





May 7 2008 10:39 PM

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May 5 2008 11:13 AM

3 SONG ALBUM PREVIEW IS UP NOW!!!

COME LISTEN AND TELL US WHAT YOU THINK!!!

<3MS
aNNUH [out loud hey hey]


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May 5 2008 10:45 AM

have a good tour boys! is it sad to not have that little beeyotch nathan with you? haha
Midnight Suit (WILLISTON LOOK OUT!!! 6 NEW SONGS)


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May 5 2008 10:41 AM

What up Jabroni's!! We just posted 3 teasers from our next album. Check it out and have a safe tour dudeski's!!!

Jal
Grand Forks Scene/Promotion





May 3 2008 8:26 AM

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Kat





May 2 2008 2:18 PM

YAY! You guys are coming to Portland! I'm totally going to hit that shit up!
amessageofbullets





May 2 2008 8:27 AM

you guys should write music for video games. or the music you have already written should be implemented to video games. i love SIG and i love video games.
History





May 2 2008 7:36 AM

Hey fellas, great to meet you last night and we had a great time playing the show. If you need shows in the future in the twin cities area and need another band to play with let us know. Maybe we will get the opportunity to get up to ND country soon. Take care and be safe on the rest of your trek.

History Loves You!!!!!
Nick Cavallo!





Apr 30 2008 3:02 PM

you guys, seriously, when i listen to your music, i get all my homework done. i finshed a paper today to post hoc. when you play in minot on june 2nd, i'm going to bring all my summer school homework to the show.
ORANGE RECORDS





Apr 30 2008 11:59 AM

KNDS Block party is this Sat. @ the Aquarium. Please spread the word. KNDS has 8 acts, lots of vendors and the show is free. This is the only week on the year where we ask you for a small bit of your hard earned money.

A Pay Pal link set up @ www. kndsradio.
com

Call us up and show your support 701-231-6703. Thanks and REPOST! Spread the word about KNDS 105-9 Frequency change to 96-3!

Watch out for KNDS 105.9 frequency change to 96.3 in May.

Listen online @ www. kndsradio.
com/listen
Superfan





Apr 25 2008 8:14 PM

Awesome Prize Country poster! Jake must be proud!

Glad it worked out at the Sunset, I should be there, and I'll spread the word!!!
ADAM
Faster on Building (UPCOMING TOUR)





Apr 25 2008 7:51 AM

MAY!!!!! Im so fucking stoked!-Donny
AGNES





Apr 24 2008 9:10 AM

Get ready for some bbq and some mud wrestling.
Synonymous, With Love





Apr 23 2008 8:29 PM

I will let you knoww. Just gotta get some more instruments and some spare change.
BATTLEFIELDS (U.S. Tour w/ Amen Ra this May)





Apr 21 2008 10:35 AM

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Apr 21 2008 9:34 AM

I can't wait for the 10th...
EXIGENT. records PREORDERS and NEW MUSIC!





Apr 20 2008 8:40 PM

loves!
btw... that is the coolest flyer i have ever seen!
Drew Danburry has a NEW SONG up and is ON TOUR now





Apr 18 2008 10:16 AM

im excited to see you guys again soon! hope we can work out a time to play a show together again. but more importantly. hope to see you soon.
drew
King Fucko!





Apr 17 2008 1:09 PM

HAHA Very funny guys.
hahahaha
black swan





Apr 17 2008 11:41 AM

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Apr 15 2008 8:16 PM

Thanks for the add!!
We love your stuff.
We hope to play together you in your county!!

Greetings from Japan

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Kris♥


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Apr 13 2008 6:05 PM

Ive been looking for new music for my radio show, and I was wondering if you guys wanted to send me a few songs that are radio clean, so maybe I could play you?

Anything would be really appreciated. :)
My show right now is looking for a new name but it's on Tuesday nights 8-10pm on KYRS 92.3 FM in Spokane Washington. We also have live internet stream so everyone, everywhere can listen.

Let me know if you guys are interested.
<3 Kris
Malek Yahweh (Name Change Coming May 31!!!)


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Apr 12 2008 10:28 PM

hey thanks for the add. stay tuned as we will record new stuff and finally put up vocals.

God bless
nathan

ps.
we might be able to help you out with may 16 in KC
OBSIDIAN





Apr 10 2008 5:11 PM

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Apr 9 2008 8:54 PM

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Apr 8 2008 10:36 AM




May 2nd | Denver, CO @ Kingdom of Doom w/ Adai

May 3rd | Wichita, KS @ Barleycorns w/ Dead Commuter

May 4th | Lawrence, KS @ Jackpot Saloon w/ Samothrace, Terrible Airplane

May 5th | Omaha, NE @ Shea Riley's w/ Mother Pile, Noah's Ark was a Spaceship

May 6th | Des Moines, IA @ Haunted Basement w/ The Fire Party

May 7th | St.
Louis, MO @ 2Cents Plain w/ Lye by Mistake

May 8th | Chicago, Ill @ Reggies Rock Club w/ Minsk, Bongripper

May 9th | Detroit, MI @ Von's w/ Ganon, Beast in the Field, Nain Rouge

May 10th | Cleveland, OH @ The Davenport w/ 333

May 11th | Philadelphia, PA @ The Khyber w/ Rosetta, Starkweather

May 12th | Manhattan, NY @ Lit Lounge w/ Starkweather


*W/o Amen Ra


*May 13th | Danbury, CT @ Cousin Larry's w/ Constants

*May 14th | Portland, ME @ Geno's w/ Constants, Caspian

*May 15th | Burlington, VT @ 242 Main w/ Constants

*May 16th | Boston, MA @ The Middle East w/ Constants, Irepress


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BATTLEFIELDS
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AMEN RA (Belgium)
www. myspace. com/amenra
Hennes Siste Høst