Artist description “We are a straight up rock and roll band. Our music comes from the heart and strives to relate to fans young and old,” says singer Bill Gafford. “We're not concerned with writing something completely new or unique, instead we hope to produce music that relates to everyone and everyday feelings.” “We want to connect with the public and help create positive motivation. We feel our music is a great reflection of all of the musicians that influenced and motivated us to become what we are,” continues Gafford. “ From Zeppelin and Hendrix, Kiss and Crue, to Elton John, Springsteen, Aerosmith and Queen. We want to have the same powerful and overwhelming sound.”

Music Style Rock

Musical Influences Led Zepplin, Kiss, Bruce Springsteen, STP, Guns'n Roses

Similar Artists Fuel, Creed, STP, Candlebox

Artist History SOL’s debut CD was released in February 1999 and consists of 12 tracks including "Family Tree" and "Fell" which were featured on The Local Show with 97.1 KEGL in Dallas. Fans are usually overtaken by favorites such as “Jump the Bridge”, which has been played during select Dallas Stars Hockey games. A new four (4) song EP was released in August of 2001 featuring “Lizard King” and “Half Alive” also receiving airtime on 97.1’s Local Show. Clips from both albums can be heard at their website, www.soltheband.com

Group Members Frank Garcia, Guitars Tony Jimenez, Drums Artell Vincent, Bass Bill Gafford, Vocals

Press Reviews SOL has shared the stage with Splender, Atticus Fault, The Nixons and Bowling for Soup. “When seeing this rock band live, be prepared for a high paced, accelerating show that leaves you feeling engulfed with energy. SOL has an upbeat, high-energy sound that is familiar, yet unique. With spiraling electric guitars; body moving bass lines, and percussions pulled from the incredible talent of Tony Jimenez they burn up the stage. Front man, Bill Gafford, takes the audience on a soul searching, heart felt journey, pulling you into every show whether you felt like participating or not.” - Angie Zihlman of Blah Blah Entertainment. Comparisons to Stone Temple Pilots, Fuel, Candlebox, Tonic and Guns’nRoses have all been made.

Location Dallas, Texas - USA

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