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The band established itself with Northeast Pennsylvania but did not limit itself to their hometown. They recorded in 2000 at what is now a music staple within Pennsylvania and abroad, SATURATION ACRES recording studios. Founded by Bret Alexander and Paul Smith from THE BADLEES. After recording was complete and the disk was made public, fans immediatly took notice of the melodic songwriting and master production from Bret and Paul.

As their fanbase grew and radio stations getting over loaded with requests for various singles from the band they expanded their tour schedule. Traveling from New York, New Jersey and Boston the band made a buzz for themselves through aggressive self-marketing. The band caught the attention of regionally known disk-jockey "Jumpin' Jeff Walker" from the Entercom radio giant WKRZ 98.5 and 107.9 FM...Along with Jim Rising, Programming Director for 102.3 FM The Mountain.

Members:
Donny Strackbein - Acoustic Guitar/Lead Vocals
John Cammerota - Guitars
Tim Munley - Bass
RJ Minichello - Drums/Percussion/Backing vocals .