Sun Caged is formed in the spring of 1999. Operating as a studio-project at first, the band members decide to transform Sun Caged into a full-time band when guitarist Marcel Coenen's band Lemur Voice breaks up in the summer of 2000.
After some demo releases between 2000 and 2002 the band signed a record deal with Finnish Lion Music for worldwide release of their debut album. Soon after, the band signed a contract with Marquee/Avalon Records for Japan.
The debut album, mixed by progressive rock mastermind Arjen Lucassen (Ayreon / Star One / Stream Of Passion), was recorded in early 2003 and released on October 22nd 2003.
From late 2001 on, Sun Caged start building up an impressive status within their genre by playing lots of shows, of which several are remarkably sizable. The interest shown by bookers and fans of progressive metal grows considerably. This also leads to several interviews in prominent magazines and to some shows as support act of bands like VandenPlas and Queensrijche.
Those who try to describe Sun Caged's music will find this task to be considerable.
Influences range from progressive metal to fusion and jazz, and atmospheric and ambient jaunts. The band's progressive blend is going to excite lots of listeners because of its diversity and excitement.
Sun Caged have been told to contain elements in their music that draw comparison to band such as Ayreon, Meshuggah, Iron Maiden, Kansas, Styx, Faith No More, Liquid Tension Experiment, Dream Theater, Pain Of Salvation and Cynic.
The band released their second album “Artemisia” in March 2007.
Current Line-Up:
Paul Adrian Villarreal - Vocals and Acoustic Guitar Marcel Coenen - Guitars and Backing Vocals Rene Kroon - Keyboards Roel Vink - Bass Roel Van Helden - Drums
HISTORY:
Sun Caged had some line up changes, find below all the members who were in the band before:
Previous Band Members:
Dennis Leeflang - Drums (1998 - 2003), Discography: Scar Winter Demo (1999), Killer Banshee and CIAW session (2000), Dominion Demo (2001), Promo Demo (2002), Sun Caged (2003, Lion Music), Tribute To Jimi Hendrix (2003, Lion Music) Rob Van Der Loo - Bass (1998 - 2006), Discography: Scar Winter Demo (1999), Killer Banshee and CIAW session (2000), Dominion Demo (2001), Promo Demo (2002), Sun Caged (2003, Lion Music), Tribute To Jimi Hendrix (2003, Lion Music), Demo for Second Album (2005) Sascha Burchardt - Vocals (2001 - 2002), Discography: Dominion Demo (2001) Joost Van Den Broek - Keyboards (2000 - 2004), Discography: Killer Banshee and CIAW session (2000), Dominion Demo (2001), Promo 2002 Demo, Sun Caged (2003, Lion Music), Tribute To Jimi Hendrix (2003, Lion Music) Andre Vuurboom - Vocals (2002 - 2004), Discography: Promo Demo (2002), Sun Caged (2003, Lion Music), Tribute To Jimi Hendrix (2003, Lion Music)
On a Project Basis:
Laura Van Driel - Vocals (1999 - 2000), Discography: Scar Winter Demo (1999), Killer Banshee and CIAW session (2000) Nick Hameury - Vocals (1999), Discography: Scar Winter Demo (1999) Gregoor Van Der Loo - Vocals (1999), Discography: Scar Winter Demo (1999) Thijs Cuppen - Keyboards (1999), Discography: Scar Winter Demo (1999)
Thanx for adding me to your list of friends :) I really get into yr 1st album & I will get the 2nd one soon. I am sure I will DIG IT BIG TIME! All the best Macka (Australia)
Hey guys! Saw your show in the city. Very nice. If and/or when you play in San Fran again, let us know and we can get a couple more shows too. later guys...
Thanks for the great show at Barfest guys! I spoke briefly with Marcel and wanted to say that I was being honest when I said your guitar playing was the best. Effortless and impressive style. I'll be following and inspired by your work for a long time to come. Thank you!
Thanks for the add guys! Fantastic show at Barfest! Thanks for playing some new stuff for us too. I can't wait to hear it recorded. Great musicianship! Bravo and thanks for making the trip to the US. See you next time.
thanks marcel!, it was great meeting you and all the guys from suncaged, thanks for all man, im glad your back home againg, we are too!, i uploaded some photos and videos please check them: http://www.youtube.com/user/lobotomya and http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/album.php?aid=24722&id=795391854&ref=mf
Thanks for adding me guys.You put on a awesome show Saturday night at Bar fest!! I enjoy it big times!! Have a amazing week finish and welcome to my little corner here.
I'm very proud to inform you we finished recording the vocals of our song 'Avert your eyes'. You can listen to this full vocal version on our MySpace. Please share your thoughts on the song.
