The SOMA story begins at the start and ends at a yet-to-be-determined point most likely sometime in the future. Originally conceived as a band that would play rock music, SOMA has evolved into a band that plays rock music.
The brainchild of evil guitar genius David Shadbolt and his trusty sidekick Tubbz 'why do I have to be the sidekick' Armani, SOMA was little more than two men with big dreams and curious facial hair until they found vocalist Brad Stubbs and drummer Mark Howard and truly became a band.
Second guitarist Leeroy D'Lyte arrived on SOMA's doorstep a short time later and he was so damn cute they just had to keep him.
Having finalized the line-up in late 2004, SOMA spent the early portion of 2005 playing shows in and around their home town Sydney, Australia and recording their debut EP, 'before we drown...'.
Following the release of 'before we drown...' in October 2005 SOMA raised their public profile with national radio airplay and an intensified live schedule.
As the weather turned cold in the winter of 2006 and the bugs wove themselves into their cocoons, SOMA was undergoing a metamorphosis of its own. Leeroy departed in search of warmer climes and a competent hair-stylist, leaving a well-worn guitar groove for Axe to slide into.
The band then went into hybernation, appearing a handful of times with various players between 2006-2008. 2009 sees the band back to the full strength 5 piece of 2006.
These changes of personnel have done nothing to dampen the enthusiasm, creativity or musical intensity of the band and SOMA remains a sonic force to be reckoned with.
The future still holds many things for SOMA, most of which have yet to occur so no further details are currently available.
Black List Rock Club is reopening at the Civic Underground, cnr Pitt and Goulburn streets sydney. Now open til 5am with Torch Le Monde performing LIVE!
opening night friday may 29
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We're playing at the Agincourt this Friday evening with Periah and it would be good to see you guys there. Let us know if you're keen and we'll put you on the door list.
Hey Boys cheers for looking us up! You were freaking insane at the pot belly, really, it was unbelievable. we'll definately be seeing you guys again =] hopefully we can share a stage again!
And thankyou whoever came to the Gaelic too that was so nice of you =]
Best of luck for Penrith MAESTROS @ MINX this Sunday arvo!
Info... Penrith Maestros @ Minx All Ages Band Competition Heat 6– Sunday 22ND June 2008 Penrith Panthers – Mulgoa Road, Penrith
Load in @ 1.15pm Doors open @ 2pm $10 entry for audience ALL AGES!
(Bands & fans under 18 WILL need a parent/guardian to accompany them, or will be refused entry.)
Bands performing in Heat 6 are: Therapy Failed Stimulust Spaceticket GotLuckyPromNight dem wil be on the TGImerchstand Soma Bad Obsession Estah Masta Gravity
Have an awesome day!
Jo A Red Letter Day (Event Management) Burgessventures@bigpond.com 02 9519 3978
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