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Sun Caged
Progressive / Metal / Rock

"Sun Caged - Progressive Metal"

Maasbracht,
Netherlands

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Last Login:  7/25/2008
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   Sun Caged: General Info
Member Since10/26/2005
Band Websitesuncaged.com
Band MembersPaul Adrian Villarreal - Vocals & Acoustic Guitar
Marcel Coenen - Lead & Rhythm Guitar
Rene Kroon - Keyboards
Roel Vink - Bass
Roel Van Helden - Drums
InfluencesFaith No More, Kansas, Dream Theater, Fates Warning, Meshuggah, Yes, Queensrijche
Sounds LikeFaith No More, Kansas, Dream Theater, Fates Warning, Meshuggah, Yes, Queensrijche
Record LabelLion Music
Type of LabelIndie





   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 12 2008 8:00P
De Haan, Coqrock Festival De Haan
Jul 20 2008 8:00P
Deurne, Walhalla Summerfest Deurne, Noord-Brabant
Sep 4 2008 8:00P
Perron 55, Venlo Venlo, Limburg

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   About Sun Caged



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)


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Sun Caged's Friends Comments
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Macka





Jul 23 2008 9:15 PM

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)
Hiroe


Is Online


Jul 17 2008 8:46 AM

Hi guys,
Just stopping by to say hello!
Hope you have a great day,
Hiroe
EverMind





Jul 13 2008 1:24 PM

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...
Liquid Horizon





Jul 9 2008 10:50 AM

Hi Sun Caged,

Thanks very much for the add...!!!

All the best wishes from Germany...

I hope to see you over here someday soon too...!!! :-)

ROCK THE PLANET...!!!

Michael
from
LIQUID HORIZON
Darkwater





Jul 7 2008 12:17 PM

Hey, great meeting you as well! Thanks! You were absolutely amazing! Guess we need to go home and practise ;)
Take care guys, hope to see you soon!
Henrik Båth





Jul 4 2008 3:11 AM

Hey guys, thanks for the add!
It was very nice meeting you guys, you really rocked! :)
Take care

/Henrik

/Darkwater
Randall





Jul 3 2008 10:08 PM

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!

Randall.
SongQuest





Jul 3 2008 9:55 PM

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.

SongQuest (Randall)
WIN!





Jul 3 2008 9:29 AM

You ROCKED San Francisco! Come back soon.

WIN! - The Bass Maiden
PerfectProg





Jul 3 2008 9:27 AM

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 marcel!!!! your concert was great!!!!
Masayuki Osada





Jul 3 2008 4:41 AM

Hi!!
I'm Masayuki Osada of Concerto Moon's drummer.

Thanx for add!!

Your performance in BAR FEST was wonderful!

Dewa dewa Sayonara v('0')v
BJ





Jul 3 2008 1:24 AM

you guys rule!
moon





Jul 2 2008 10:34 PM

You guys were incredble at BAR Fest! Thanks for making the trek to SF!
Melissa





Jul 2 2008 10:11 AM

Thanks for the add, guys! I absolutely fell in love with you at BARFest! Thanks for rockin' my world!!!
Echoes of Pain





Jul 2 2008 7:55 AM

Thanks for the add & it was an honor to slave away for you guys at BarFest II ! Let's do it again.

Scott
Ronda





Jul 2 2008 7:43 AM

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.
The Official ZERO HOUR page





Jun 30 2008 3:07 PM

Get home safe guys!!! METAL!!

Jasun
Some Random Broad





Jun 30 2008 3:02 PM

Hey just wanted to say that I loved your set from BAR-fest this past weekend!

Hope you had a great time here in SF!
ROGER





Jun 25 2008 1:46 PM

thanks for the add...great tunes.keep in tocuh
VIBE4LIZZ





Jun 11 2008 12:24 PM

Thanks for the ADD!!!
CARTHAGODS





Jun 11 2008 6:22 AM

Thanks for the add !!
Great music.
Shallow Faith





Jun 1 2008 12:24 PM

Hi guys,

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.

Take care!

Grtz,

Nico.
PARADIGMA Nueva Luz





May 24 2008 12:13 PM

Cheers from Mexico! Hope you like our stuff too!
PARADIGMA
Esqarial





May 24 2008 12:13 PM

Thanks for the add. Check out new songs from Esqarial!
Soundsecrets





May 14 2008 11:30 PM

Great music! Thanks for friendship.
Morten
André Poveda





May 14 2008 3:29 PM

Thanks for the add!!!

Welcome to my little world my new friend, I loved your presence in my page and in my friends list.

Please, come back Myspace Page always that you can, and visit the Official Web Site, you'll can listen others songs. It's Free!!!

Send any comment about what you listen, and don't forget, all support is welcome.

Cheers from Brazil,
André

www.andrepoveda.com
ULLIZ





May 2 2008 3:31 PM

Thanx for the add!! Keep Rocking!!Ulliz
Some Random Broad





May 2 2008 1:06 PM

Hey!!!!!!!

I just heard you guys will be playing in San Francisco, thats awesome news, can't wait to catch your show!
Drapery Falls





Apr 26 2008 7:33 AM

greetings, thx 4 the add!
HAK





Apr 26 2008 4:17 AM

Thx for adding us and greetings from Switzerland! HAK
mark





Apr 20 2008 4:02 AM

So looking forward to the show on the 26th guys.
MARK
Demoniah Promo





Apr 13 2008 4:40 AM

Deze week is het jullie beurt om band van the week te zijn op mijn profiel(dankzij the group European Music United)
Veel plezier ermee :)
SHADOW HAVOC





Mar 29 2008 11:04 AM

Thank you for stoppin by, we are currently looking for a few good musicians to complete our band. Hope you will stop in so