Artist description Just when you thought Mexico had nothing good to give... here comes the most hard-hitting alternative rock band, straight out of Poza Rica!!

Music Style Rock, Alternative, Grunge

Musical Influences Metallica, Pink Floyd, Creed, Pearl Jam, Nirvana

Similar Artists Silverchair, Nirvana

Artist History SYN storms out of Poza Rica, Veracruz... a small town in Mexico. Formed by Andrés Mata (Vocals, Guitars), Antonio Rivera (Drums) and Hernán Sosa (Backup Vocals, Bass) in May 2001, SYN started by covering several Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Creed hits. During this period, SYN performed 7 times during two months, including at "El Cielo" and "Opulencia", at the time, the most famous clubs in the region. During a hot summer afternoon (in 2002), Andrés Mata had a vision in mind, and their first single, "What About Us?" was created. A home-studio version was recorded and got airplay in two of the biggest stations in the region (101.9 EXA FM, 102.7 STEREOVIDA). It wasn't until January 2003 when it all started to come together. "Breathe" and "Without You" were created, and the band went to GLM Studios in Xalapa, Veracruz, to record their first demo album, "The Theory of Evolution". By this time, SYN had already performed in the two biggest highschools, Colegio Tepeyac (school where Andrés Mata studies), and Colegio Motolinía. They also performed in the Parque Juárez (a very historic place in town) twice, with acts from Mexico City. In such a good response from the locals, the band decided to keep writing songs, and "Down To Pieces" (the most acclaimed song locally) came to play. This, along with 6 other songs (written and composed by Andrés Mata), were recorded last summer, in GLM Studios. The band has called their disc "Speed Away", which is available in town. SYN has become one of the well-known bands in town, and have been favorites in the rock scene with their original material. Now the band looks to aim higher with the new record, and they're making the best effort to put theirselves out there with the rest.

Group Members Andrés Mata (Guitars, Vocals) Hernán Sosa (Bass, Backup Vocals) Antonio Rivera (Drums)

Instruments ESP/LTD Guitars, TAMA Drums, Ibanez Basses, Marshall Amps, Hartke Amps

Albums Speed Away (2003)

Additional Info Visit http://rockpozarica.com for more information!!

Location Poza Rica, Veracruz - Mexico

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