Artist description giantSEQUOIA...modern rock! A musical force has emerged bringing the world a new sound. The combinatiion of drivin' drums, and bass grooves sweetened with guitar and vocal melodies.

Music Style AAA, Modern Rock

Musical Influences Jeff Buckley, Radiohead, Big Head Todd and the Monsters

Artist History The name came to lead vocalist/guitarist, John Pompeo, in a dream. A dream that has begun a new musical journey for the three musicians from Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. After the breakup of their band, Vitamin "F"(you can check them out at www.cdbaby.com), in June 1998; John and his brother Steve(drums and percussion)decided it was time to take their music in a new direction... Six months of writing new lyrics, working out the musical arrangements, and searching for a new bass player; the brothers found Jeremy Pflug, ex-Mandarin bassist. The musical roots of giantSEQUOIA were cultivated by John, Steve, and Jeremy during their long and varied experiences playing in the top venues of Philadelphia and New York City. All three are seasoned musicians. The lyrics of their songs are soulful and passionate. The music ranges from acoustic-driven ballads to electric rockers that are backed with a solid, groove-oriented rhythm section. giantSEQUOIA is currently working on their debut, full-length CD which will be ready for release in the Fall of 1999.

Group Members John Pompeo...lead vocalist and lead guitar Steve Pompeo...drums and percussion C.R.Gruver...hammond organ plus Mark Gorman...bass guitar, appears courtsey of Hybrid Recordings and introducing our new bassist, Jeremy Pflug.

Instruments Full Band

Albums giantSEQUOIA

Press Reviews giantSEQUOIA is awarded an 'honorable mention' for their song, "The Hole You're In", at the 15th Annual Mid-Atlantic Songwriter's Contest Awards on May 16th, 1999. The contest is given each year by the Songwriter's Association of Washington, DC. It is sponsored in part by BMI, Taxi, Oasis Duplication, Omega Recording Studio, Songcasting Tipsheet, and the Writer's Digest Books.

Location Phila., PA - USA

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