Artist description Energetic English alt-rock band.

Music Style Alternative Rock

Musical Influences Soundgarden | Coldplay | Tool | NIN | Mojave 3 | Foo Fighters | QOTSA | Neil Young | Joseph Arthur | Paddy Casey | Incubus | JBK | A Perfect Circle | Soulwax | Dishwalla | Our Lady Peace

Similar Artists Soundgarden | Coldplay | Foo Fighters | QOTSA | Neil Young |

Artist History Lead singer Dan Whitehouse and guitarist Greg Lake were 16 when they met at college in 1996, while Dan was playing guitar for British female artist Naomi (Liquid – Gut Records, 1999). Chris Beard (bass) and Dan Griffiths (drums) completed the line up in March 2000, forming the band and have spent the last two years writing and playing live shows. Originating from the West Midlands (UK) Sonara have developed a loyal fan-base, supporting acts such as Dum Dums, Supernaturals, Joseph Arthur, Paddy Casey and undertaking a UK tour with Four Star Mary (under their former name Whitehouse). Songs soaked in melody, intense lyrics and a breathtaking live performance, provide the basis for a sound that transcends expectations of a young rock band. Lead singer and wordsmith Dan writes in a refreshingly honest manner, with lyrics drawing on personal experience and social awareness; wrapped in a trend-free, alt. rock sound. "There are things in there for you to find if you want to. We’re a passionate and honest band that gets up on stage, gives it our all, and hopefully gives people something to believe in."

Group Members Dan Whitehouse - Vocals/Guitar Greg Lake - Guitar/Vocals Chris Beard - Bass/Vocals Dan Griffiths - Drums

Instruments Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vocals

Albums Indie Single to be released in UK in May 2003...

Press Reviews Proof that not only is British guitar music alive and well in 2002, it’s positively bloody electric – Making Music Magazine (UK National) Sonara have built up quite a following over the last year and it's easy to see why. They are young, bursting with abandoned energy on stage, frighteningly talented… …A young songwriter who has already paid some dues, remains unnervingly hungry and is in a band who can achieve great things. - The Fly (UK national) New Brit-rock sensation tipped to be the new Radiohead – P.I. Magazine (student press) The rock of Nickelback and integrity of Coldplay – Epic Records USA

Additional Info Managed by Modernwood Management

Location London, London - United Kingdom

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