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Sol Spectre
Progressive / Rock / Fusion

We want YOU to put on your dancin shoes!



MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota
United States

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   Sol Spectre: General Info
Member Since12/26/2005
Band WebsiteYou found it!!
Band MembersAaron Bjerke - Guitar, Vocals, Loops
Jay Augspurger - Percussion
Andy Schuster - Electric Upright, Bass, Vocals
Kevin Gastonguay - Keys, Synths, Loops
InfluencesMedeski, Martin & Wood, Primus, Les Claypool, Bill Frisell, Weather Report, Jaco Pastorius, John Scofield, Miles Davis, Phish, Victor Wooten, Stanley Clarke, Mahavishnu Orchestra, Chick Corea, Return to Forever, John Coltrane, Ozric Tentacles, King Crimson, Sound Tribe Sector 9, Ween, Jazz Mandolin Project, Bob Marley, John Patitucci, Red Planet, Galactic, Pat Metheny, Joshua Redman, String Cheese Incident, Bela Fleck, Yonder Mountain String Band, Shakti, Beatles, Andres Prado, Thelonius Monk, Charles Mingus, etc. Oh and life.
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album coverSOL SPECTRE: Coriolis Effect

A liquid fusion of eclectic rock, progressive jazz/fusion, experimental improvisation, and a dose of electronica to spice it up.

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   About Sol Spectre


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*THE STORY*

SOL SPECTRE was initially formed in late 2005 by guitarist Aaron Bjerke. After a few failed attempts to find a suitable drummer, Jay Augspurger came along and laid down his stellar, blazing style blending funk, fusion, latin, breakbeat and his unique approach to improvisation. Shortly thereafter, low-frequency lover Andy Schuster came to give his pennies with his electric upright and electric bass tag-team combo, and the sounds clicked instantly. It took until May 2006, but the Shoe/Purg rhythm section was finally locked and loaded. SS gigged as a trio from October 2006 to January 2007. But, in late December 2006, ivory wizard Kevin Gastonguay came back home to Minneapolis from Las Vegas and agreed to play a few shows with the band. Merely 5 days after the first rehearsal the four them won a band battle to earn a spot at the renowned Wakarusa Music Festival, establishing the enormous potential of the new quartet, and the rest is history.

Since the formation of the current line-up, Sol Spectre and the sound has been carried to places none of them could have imagined. From the recording of their first album CORIOLIS EFFECT to the present, the music has been in a constant stage of transformation and progression. While it started out being half-lyrical and half-instrumental, the sound is now mostly instrumental. In fact, some of the old lyrical classics have been laid to rest because they don't suit the current sound. What started as more of a classic "jam band" has completely morphed into a lively blend of Jazz, Progressive Rock, Fusion, Latin, Funk, Drum 'n Bass, and Experimetal Improvisation, practically leaving the original sound behind. With the idea of keeping each individual show unique and fresh, the music is intended first and foremost to be a listening pleasure, though dancing is encouraged if one is inspired to do so as many of the tunes have a deep groove. However, if you're expecting a show to sound or feel a certain way, you've already missed the point as the band's goal is to keep you guessing and wondering what will happen next.

In the time Sol Spectre has been a quartet, they've earned some prestigious recognition and opportunities. Having played national festivals such as 10,000 Lakes Music Festival and Wakarusa Music Festival as well as regional festivals like Harvest Fest, Bella Sol, Log Jam, Project Earth, Fat Fest, Freedom Fest, New Earth Festival, Solstice Shakedown, Hemp Throw Down, Lounging in the Arts, Ramblin' at the Ranch, and Minneapalooza, their name is quickly spreading to music afficianados all over the Midwest and country. They've shared venues with the likes of Buckethead, Medeski, Martin & Wood, Widespread Panic, Yonder Mountain String Band, North Mississippi All-Stars, That 1 Guy, RAQ, Cornmeal, Garaj Mahal, Particle, Pnuma Trio, the Breakfast, Lotus, Zilla, EOTO, and Wookie Foot, just to name a few. Every rehearsal and show has brought the band into new, uncharted sonic territory, and they've been having a lot of fun exploring these crazy environments. They hope to take you along for the ride.

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*THE MISSION*

The band themselves explore the deepest facets of the conscious and sub-conscious (with music providing the transportation) and attempt to take the audience with. Due to the improvisational nature of the band, a sense of wonder is created regarding what will happen within each song, as well as each show. Set lists change every night, guests materialize from time to time, you just never know. Whatever may happen, their mission remains simple ... TRANSCENDENCE.

***EXTRA-EXTRA***

We love art (paintings, etc) and love having artists create live works at our shows. If YOU are an artist and want to paint on stage with us, drop us a message with a link to your work and we'll talk!!





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WHYS 96.3 FM Radio





Jul 10 2009 12:22 AM

Hey SOL Spectre,

Much Love to you! Miss ya'll!

-WHYS Radio
Camp Bisco





May 16 2009 2:43 AM

Hey there Sol Spectre,

We're hoping to see you at Camp Bisco 8!! If you've come to Camp before, you've seen how we take it up a notch each year. This year is no different and we're just as excited as you!!

http://www.campbisco.net has some contests, widgets, and animated banners if you'd like to help spread the word and represent!

cheers,
Team Bisco
Between Two Skies





May 5 2009 11:52 PM

Hey! We've got a big show at the Fine Line this Saturday night, May 9th with a pretty stellar line-up! Hope to see you there!! Cheers~Dave & BTS
Deepsoul Deities





Apr 29 2009 3:38 AM

Deepsoul Deities - New Live Organic Hip-hop Music from Mpls/st.paul - Hope you like it.
Bigtree Bonsai





Apr 28 2009 7:30 AM

Thanks boys! You can now go back to being the original "Sol" Band in the area.
Look forward to playin some gigs with you guys!
KAN EYED





Apr 20 2009 4:22 PM

c ya sometime!
Dalia





Apr 20 2009 4:22 PM

Heyy. I think I just heard of you through festivals and whatnot.
You guys are playing Bella right? I'm doing a song or two with More Than Lights at Bella, so I'll be seeing you there!
Diddle





Apr 19 2009 2:47 AM

well I saw you on someone's friend's list and I've seen you all many a time at the festivals.
Family Groove Company





Feb 22 2009 11:07 PM

Hey there – FGC’s Winter Tour ’09 continues this week with a show at the Cabooze in Minneapolis on Thursday February 26th. Feel free to visit www.familygrooveco.com/tour or our Myspace page for the full tour listing or more details about the Minneapolis show. And don’t forget to check out our new album, Models and Metrics, available online and at all live shows! Get a preview at www.familygrooveco.com/modelsandmetrics.
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Feb 4 2009 7:55 PM

Hell yeah guys! The Party Dont Stop!
Popcorn Tavern





Feb 4 2009 9:13 PM

The Popcorn misses you
trey dude





Jan 20 2009 6:54 PM

I caught you guys at some sort of festi and found myself hooked! really energetic performance and I'd say the tunes more than classify as "danceable". can't wait to see ya'll this spring, til' then, peace hugs and nugs!
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Jan 14 2009 12:28 AM

thanks for the add and support!
Little Kangaroo





Jan 3 2009 2:58 AM

HAPPY NEW YEAR SOL SPECTRE!!!!! 2009!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
tom


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Dec 25 2008 8:25 PM

Merrry Christmas and a blessed New Year to you and your families
c@rm&n





Dec 12 2008 6:46 PM

SS ~ How I forget how good you are ... Dreaming of my next live show from you ... Have fun in Duluth!
~Peace&Love~
tom


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Nov 24 2008 8:11 PM

HAVE A NICE DAY TO YOU ALL
Little Kangaroo





Nov 24 2008 3:52 PM

Thanks for playing this weekend. Hope to see you guys along the road sooner than later! Chou!

<3 You!
The Mason Dixons





Nov 20 2008 10:53 PM

The Mason Dixons
Annual Wild Turkey Party!
Thanksgiving Eve
Wed Nov 26
Povlitzki’s
8407 NE Plaza Blvd
Spring Lake Park, MN 55432
Wheelbarrow full of booze and beer given away at midnight!
$2 Wild Turkey Shots
Free Turkeys
Wild Turkey T-shirts
and more!
Doctor Salty





Nov 18 2008 10:53 PM

What's goin' on!

We just wanted to let you know that, after taking the last couple of weeks off for hunting season, we are back! We aren't going to be too far from you this week.

If you are looking for something to do Thursday night ... we are going to be playing at Decoy's Grill and Bar in Downtown Hopkins, right on Mainstreet by the movie theater, this Thursday night, November 20th. Show starts at 9 pm. We'd love to see you out there Thursday night. We have a few new originals and hope to see you there! Thanks!

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Favorite Station





Nov 19 2008 3:00 PM

Hey fellers, it's been a while. Hope all is well! Peace

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The Histronic





Nov 14 2008 9:49 PM

Hey Aaron and Kevin, great job the other night! It was a pleasure to rock the Cabooze with you.

-Peace-

Kevin
the Histronic
c@rm&n





Nov 13 2008 5:16 PM

Hello my Sol Spectre friends ~

Thoughts pour out to you. Long time.

Look forward to seeing you play again.

~Peace & much Love ~
((Jackie))





Nov 12 2008 9:26 PM

pretty sure i saw you guys at fatfest?
Humpty Dumpty





Nov 4 2008 7:58 PM

Go VOTE beeaches
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