Artist description Ska-core/Surf-rock

Music Style Ska-core/Surf-rock

Musical Influences Sublime, 311, Less Than Jake, Lagwagon

Similar Artists Sublime, 311, Less Than Jake, Lagwagon

Artist History After their high-school graduation and first year of college (UCF, Orlando, FL) Jon and Joe sought housing in a nearby off-campus apartment formerly known as University Club Apartments (now called University House). Then, a random matchmaker placed the two West Palm natives with Matt (Kopi) a Clearwater native. While living there, in apartment number 1013, the three became notorious for their late night rap sessions and of course, their legendary SLIP N SLIDE Saturdays! Needless to say, these events, sparked by their interests in music and mayhem, formed the initial stages of Ten 13 Concept. Simultaneously, Mike (Joe's twin) was attending UF in Gainesville. However, with his home in West Palm Beach, and his brother’s pad being in Orlando, it made sense to stop in for a visit and have jam sessions before heading home. But the band was still without an essential element, a bassist. Although Jon had been vital to the formation of the band and brotherhood of the guys, he was not yet in the band. It was then that the band then called upon his services to play bass. Although trained as trumpet player, he proved to have little problems picking up the new instrument. Later, in Fall 2002, the concept grew in size, sound, and production. New instrumentalists, Collin Austin and Shannon Grassano were added. Collin and Shan were invited to audition by Mike and both attend the University of Florida. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances and scheduling, Shannon had to leave the band only a month later. Now, the remaining five are without reservation and 100% tuned in and turned on to the concept. Every show the band marvels entertainment itself, reaching peaks and synergyzing moments of greatness. Together, they now serve the punk scene, genre and moreover, you the fans! Now, months later, the gang has picked up anew and its driving ska-core surf rock pulse captivates everyone within ears shot. This exciting quintet blends a unique form of music with influences including Sublime, Lagwagon, 311, Strung Out, Less than Jake, The Busdrivers and much more.

Group Members Joe Loffredo (guitar/vox), Mike Loffredo (trumpet, trombone, vox), Collin Austin (trumpet), John Epstein (bass), Kopi Koechlin (drums).

Instruments guitar, trumpet, trombone, bass, drums

Albums Ska-core/Surf-rock (debut)

Press Reviews see www.ten13concept.com and goto MEDIA

Location Orlando/Gainesville, FL - USA

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