Artist description indierock/hardcore.. Defying convention with a supersonic hybrid style, the Somerset league is more a force of nature than a mere rock and roll band. Weaving sound and voice with an unearthly passion, the league are pushing the envelope of what it means to rock. The SOMERSET league was formed in 1995 from the ashes of two prominent Pennsylvania bands, Extend and Workshop 8. When the hard- core band Extend decided to call it quits at the height of their popularity, the band's main musical force, guitarist Eric Robinson, saw it as an oppurtunity to branch out in a new direction. At the same time, the experimental punk band Workshop 8 was breaking up and the rhythm section, consisting of Joey Solimini on drums and Geoff Dixon on bass, were more than willing to help Eric out in his ventures. They set to work immediately developing a unique brand of music that would incorporate their vast and diverse influences. After recording a demo, they hit the club, coffee shop and college circuit where they refined their sound and caused a few raised eyebrows due to the hybrid nature of the music. What at first was a barrier to overcome, has become an asset in the fact that the SOMERSET league's fan base is as diverse as their music. When one listens to the league, one can hear traces of old school punk, hardcore, rock, metal and jazz. Reviewers of their cd are hard pressed to make comparisons, but when they do, cotemporary bands as diverse as Hot Water Music, Elliott, Tool, At The Drive In, Into Another, and the Enkindels are usually mentioned.

Music Style indie rock

Musical Influences Hot Water Music, elliott, Tool, Falling Forward

Similar Artists Hot Water Music, elliott, Grade

Artist History The direction of the band is constantly moving forward and progression to a more original and dynamic sound is always a priority. It would not be farfetched to hear elements of trip hop and tribal music or string arrangements in the very near future. The SOMERSET league has toured extensively over the last year and a half. Touring the east coast with Shyster and Dynamite Boy, as well as with Eventide and the World is My Fuse in the summer of '98 gained them a lot of respect. If they arrive at a show unknown, they definately leave a lasting impression with their highly intense and theatrical performance. The requests for them to play at several major fests this year is testimony to their growing popularity. The SOMERSET league has recorded and released several demos, a full length cd and have been included on many compilations. They are planning to release a new cd in early August 99 and they have been asked to appear on the soundtrack to a new independent film.

Group Members Rage:guitar/vocals Geoff:bass/vocals Joey:drums

Albums Making Water Wetter lp cd, salivary years ep cd

Location Scranton, PA - USA

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