Music Style Hard Rock

Musical Influences Stone Temple Pilots, Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Tool, System of a Down

Similar Artists Stone Temple Pilots, Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Creed

Artist History n. pl. stig·ma·ta (stg-mät, -mt, stgm-) or stig·mas A mark or token of infamy, disgrace, or reproach: stigmata Bodily marks, sores, or sensations of pain corresponding in location to the crucifixion wounds of Jesus, usually occurring during states of religious ecstasy or hysteria. Archaic. A mark burned into the skin of a criminal or slave; a brand. By definition, a Stigma is a mark or token of infamy, a brand often burned into the skin of a criminal or slave. Music can act as a Stigma as well, while maybe not by the textbook physical definition. It can act in much the same manner, leaving an indelible mark on your mind and soul. Music can also cleanse the soul, and to some it is a religious experience, more powerful than you will find in any church. The Los Angeles quintet STIGMA, has chosen an appropriate name. Their music is rich in emotion and power, and with vocalist Jeff Zazueta pouring his soul into every note; it will most definitely leave a mark. This isn't prefabricated pop bullshit, this is true, honest hard rock, much in the vein of the greats who have come before them. The songs ring with an instantly likeable appeal, and while it may at first listen bring to mind many of the great rock artists of our lifetime; artists like The Doors, Stone Temple Pilots, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, and Alice In Chains, STIGMA is bringing their own modern edge to an age old rock formula. The band came together as a side project, with guitarists Mike Hornak and Adam Andersen, and bassist Jimmy Rees defecting from IE rapcore stalwarts 151, and Vocalist Jeff Zazueta, coming from Orange County/IE hard rockers Trak 13, and drummer Collin Torres, formerly of Depswa who had jumped on board to fill the vacant drum throne in 151. While both bands have enjoyed a level of regional success, it was not until this incarnation came to fruition that the members got a glimpse of their full potential. While the band originally tried to work Jeff in as a second vocalist to 151, the music and vibe they created quickly took on a life of its own, and before long they realized it didn't work in the confining rapmetal structure of 151. Stigma was born. The group then entered an Orange County studio to record their first 2 song demo, "All I Live For", and "Swallow", with producer, manager and co-conspirator Thom Hazaert, (who has secured Major Label deals for the likes of Chimaira, Sw1tched, Erase The Grey, and Depswa)at the helm. Within HOURS of finishing the demo, it had already started to garner interest from major record labels. That brings us to today. The band has written several more songs, and is preparing to bring their assault to the stage. Prepare to be branded.

Group Members Jeff Zazueta - Vocals Mike Hornak - Guitar Adam Andersen - Guitar Jimmy Rees - Bass Collin Torres - Drums

Press Reviews "We all look for something different in music. STIGMA is that something different. They've got the hooks... they've got the guitars... they've got everything a good radio band needs." - Matt Wardlaw. WMMS FM , Cleveland.

Location Inland Empire, CA - USA

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