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When you are born with a voice like Jess Cullen, it’s only natural to craft a career in music. Her songs slide effortlessly from soft introspective-folk to soaring roots-rock choruses, while retaining the pop sensibilities that have created some of radio's biggest stars. 

Soon they were joined by the amazing rhythm section of Matt Barreca (drums) and Matt Shlapak (bass and keys). With the addition of the '2 Mathew's with nothing to lose' they set out on recording their debut album "Pontiac Man" in March 2013. 

Magnastic's live show is driven purely on 'Entertainment' and is an experience unlike any other. Expect a set dripping with dirty dancing, ridiculous solos, cardboard cutouts, porn raffles, and more.

The band formed in high school but had a rough start, as the original five members parted ways after a period of individual hardships occurred (Rehab). Jeff and Byron were able to reconvene after a few years to formulate their musical ideas and talents into what they wanted to be, “perfect for us and our friends, something people all over can give a listen to. Kind of like a sort of underground musical ceremony.” 

Influences like Tenacious D, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Beck, Dr. Dre, Busta Ryhmes, Primus, friends and lovers, have all had a hand in their sound. Now they have reached a level of music that is at the point of de-labelization.

Ukulele, hip hop, and guitar shredding mix well together... and along comes the evolved beats of Magnastic. These guys truly possess their own sound, combining a humorous element to their incredible playing skills. 

'A depth not often seen in young musicians. Powerful. Haunting. Remarkably good' - The Equal Ground

'An arresting, BIG voice with an amazing range. Definitely one to watch'

- MEDIAN Reviews

Eye-watering brilliance. He hits you right to the core'

- BBC Radio 1

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Leo James Conroy is a British Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist currently based in Los Angeles, CA. Drawing influence from folk, soul, jazz and blues his vocals mix powerful, raspy soul with intricate, breathy falsettos atop emotive melodies. Coupled with a warm, fuzzy-toned electric guitar and vintage jazz trumpet his live performances have won over audiences across the globe.

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As seasoned musicians, the members of DOB have accumulated several national releases independently and some having opened for the biggest names in Rock music including Aerosmith, KISS, The Dave Matthews Band, and Kid Rock. The band members have toured extensively throughout the United States and abroad, and have been featured at popular music festivals such as the Vans’ Warped Tour.

With a strong lineup and wide array of material the bands vision and philosophy is quite simple: complete and total global domination. It is their intent and proclamation to, “welcome you all to Babylon”. The Disciples are coming.

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