Artist description After the fallout of the summer of 2003 has settled, 2nd Best returns as a 4-man super show getting one last chance to break out of the Midwest.

Music Style Punk-influenced alternative Rock

Musical Influences 311, Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, Drive-Thru bands

Similar Artists 311, Starting Line, Eve 6, Goldfinger, Blink 182, Green Day, Zebrahead, Showoff, Alkaline Trio, Allister, old Weezer, Juliana Theory, Finch, Early November, Count the Stars, Homegrown, Yellowcard

Artist History The band was originally formed by TJ Mapes and Brad Johnson who were later joined by singer Tony Pennuto and bassist Shawn Timmerman. Since then, the band has seen 3 other singers and a new bassist. Just recently, the band has returned to a trio with vocals headed by Shane Sikkema & Paul Friemel. During the summer of 2002, 2nd Best opened for many large acts such as Drive Thru Records artists Allister and Homegrown, Yellow Card, The Honor System, House of Large Sizes, Lollipop Lust Kill to name a few. The band was featured on the Drive Thru Records stage for two dates along the Vans Warped Tour 2002. The band's 1st album as a reformed trio, "Put Your Heart Where Your Mouth is", debuted at #16 in CMJ for collge radio adds.

Group Members Mapes - Drums, back-up vocals Paul Friemel - Bass, vocals

Instruments 2 guitars, 1 bass, 1 drum set

Albums "Put Your Heart Where Your Mouth Is", "Is This for Real"

Press Reviews WOO!!!!!!!

Additional Info The band has created 2 studio albums, 1 demo CD, and 2 E.P.'s

Location Quad Cities, Iowa - USA

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