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Swizzle Tree
Alternative / Rock / Pop Punk

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Swizzle Tree: General Info

Member Since	7/9/2004
Band Website	swizzletree.com
Band Members	Saarang~Vocals: Steve~Vocals/Guitar: Todish~Guitar: Jiggles~Bass: Nik~Drums
Influences	BOOKING CONTACT promotethetree@yahoo.com
Sounds Like	"Fresh"
Record Label	Areena Records
Type of Label	Indie

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Jul 17 2008

7:00P

2 Cents Plain CANCELLED

St. Louis, Missouri

Jul 18 2008

8:00P

Sokol Underground

Omaha, Nebraska

Jul 19 2008

6:00P

Box Awesome

Lincoln, Nebraska

Aug 10 2008

6:00P

north beach

downers grove, Illinois

Sep 27 2008

8:00P

Industry / w/Insecurities

Iowa City, Iowa

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About Swizzle Tree

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Swizzle Tree definitely has a ring to its name which in a strange way defines the style of the band. Soaring melodies, crunchy guitars, magnetic harmonies, a solid rhythm section and strange personalities make up the unique sound of this infectious rock band. Born and bred in Chicago, Swizzle Trees members are no strangers to all music. With influences ranging from Bad Religion to Weezer and Stone Temple Pilots to Material Issue, the band shows no signs of weak spots in good songwriting. Steve, Saarang, Todish all went to high school together at Downers Grove South in Downers Grove, Illinois. Working together at a retirement home, they became quick friends - getting high and serving ‘old’ people food is a good form of bonding. Not too long after that, they realized they had the same likes in music. Steve and Todish both played guitar and, with an older brother in a successful local band, Saarang decided to follow in his footsteps and start singing. With a bass player and drummer, the band was born. After a falling-out and church robbery, the Tree needed a new rhythm section-no fucking around this time. The addition of Jiggles(2000) on bass was worthy, and 18 drummers later( okay, it was only 4), Nik took over the sticks in early 2008. Releasing their self-titled album, Swizzle Tree(2001), featuring the song Green Eyed Fool mixed by Johnny K (Disturbed, 3 Doors Down, Simple Plan), and selling a few thousand copies, the Tree started playing bigger and better shows in Chicago. Along with opening for such acts as Eve 6, Lit, the Mighty Mighty Bosstones and Sum 41, the Tree played Lollapalooza as well as clubs like House of Blues, Metro, and the Riviera. The release of Play On(2003), spawned a new-improved machine that started branching out in the Midwest, touring states like Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Ohio, and Indiana building up markets, spreading the word. After a lot of hard work, agonizing van trips, and a radio add in Omaha, Nebraska-the Tree saw a steadily growing fan base and surge in record sales. With the track Marc’s Car becoming a hit on Omaha based KIWR (89.7 The River), the band sold close to 10,000 copies of their independent release Play On throughout the Midwest. Now opening for acts like 311, Blue October, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Matisyahu, Kottonmouth Kings, Vans Warped Tour, River Riot (NE/IA), Yellowcard, and Lucky Boys Confusion. The release of Here We Are(2006) on Areena Records took the band on a long and rocky road, but Swizzle Tree is back on course….we won’t get into that part. Sprouting from all over the Chicago-land area, Swizzle Trees members know what they want to do in life: Play music. Go with the flow. Not give into the ever-changing times, and they definitely show why they are here to stay by sticking to their roots.

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Black Orchid	Jul 19 2008 9:28 AM Wow u guys were amazing last night at Sokol Underground with American Taxi and Blucymon... i wish i could see you guys again tonight in Lincoln but i guess i just have to wait for you guys to come back to Omaha... You guys freaking rock!
The Empire Bluffs	Jul 16 2008 9:16 AM
COTTONSEED	Jul 15 2008 9:20 PM thanx for the space.
Mikeeey {Vote @ q101.com/rocktheblock}	Jul 15 2008 2:00 PM Hey guys it Mikey from Simplistic Urge, I'm going to def be there at North Beach on the 10th....cause you all know SU and our boozaholic asses can't stay away from the beach.....lend me your ears for a mission we're on: Tell ANYONE YOU WANT ABOUT THIS. SImplistic Urge got voted as one of the top 5 bands in chicago by Q101. Go to www. Q101. com and then go to the local band section, where you will see voting for the TACO BELL BLOCK PARTY 2008. SIMPLISTIC URGE IS up against four other bands. If we win we get to play with AVENGED SEVENFOLD, ATREYU, and others!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Voting ends July 28th. PLEASE PLEASE GO VOTE, it would be a dream come true to play for with these guys. (and if we win we get free Taco Bell for a year:):) See you the 10th!!!!!!!!! Mikey-Simplistic Urge
Shannon	Jul 15 2008 11:32 AM It sure has!! How is it goin? From the looks of it, seems you guys are doing well!?! :) If youre ever out this way, I will definitely try to make a show!!!
Every day, in every way, I’m getting better	Jul 15 2008 11:24 AM Yes the song is really awesome.. I first listened to it and was like wow get out of my head! LOL browsing through some different band pages.. You guys have a great sound! Thanks for the song!! :D
Paulie	Jul 11 2008 10:41 AM You won't believe me but, the title song is actually pretty good. Well done!
this is final.	Jul 11 2008 4:13 PM tighttt. (((: i'll try to gooo. i haven't seen you guys since river riotttt. ://///////
"Spin A Yarn" by Carol and Sabrina	Jul 13 2008 3:21 PM ok apparently you guys aren't checking your messages with being on the road.. if you do get this before the show next weekend here's a flyer I did up for it.. i don't know if you have an online one or not. I tried to do it with my music site but that is the one site I do have that you're not on yet! Like it ok? Brina
jim	Jul 10 2008 9:30 PM 7-8-08 11 23 pm-Okay, so Ryan Manno just featured "No Really, I'm Happy" STUDIO RECORDING on Q101. Guys, it was amazing and definitely a successful recording. When is that new album coming out?? All I know is that if the other songs sound like that, this should hit mainstream radio. Congrats
BLU CYMON	Jul 8 2008 3:49 PM WIN TICKETS TO SEE SWIZZLE TREE IN OMAHA Listen to Z-92 this Sunday at 9pm for your first opportunity, then tune in at noon throughout the week for more chances to win. FRIDAY JULY 18 at SOKOL HALL 13th and Martha, just north of I-80 doors open at 7pm * $10 at the door
Live.Laugh.Love.	Jul 8 2008 2:51 PM hey when can i get tickets for the july 18th show guys??? xoxoxoxox Brittany
Nick	Jul 5 2008 3:38 PM Hey guys...make sure I'm the first one you get a hold of when you get in to Omaha. Remember we're the boys from the acoustic show back in April HOTEL PARTY!!!! Hope to top it!!
SÄM	Jul 4 2008 7:18 PM Awesome, guys. I'm spreadin the word and seein' who will all go. I'm lookin forward to it!
Zombie Pimp	Jul 3 2008 7:50 PM
Øh NØ Its Aℓmα™ [HK\|HC]	Jul 2 2008 4:11 AM No Probs! You're Welcome =] x
Adam	Jul 1 2008 3:34 PM Im planning on attending the lincoln show at box awesome, lookin forward to it!
Alli [ilam]	Jun 30 2008 8:51 PM what time is your show in omaha?
Nick	Jun 30 2008 4:10 PM Whats up guys..? You going to Red White and Boom on the 2nd?? 311, snoop.....????
Live.Laugh.Love.	Jun 30 2008 10:29 AM Hell yea!!! Ill deff be there :) thanks for the info much love Brittany
eardrums are like elephants	Jun 30 2008 10:40 AM hey your show at sokol underground is on my birthday. : )
JSands (6 until 16)	Jun 29 2008 10:21 AM You guys are great! Can wait to see you in Lincoln--Any chance you guys are on warped tour this year?
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