Influenced by too many artists to count, the members of goldenstate rely on each other for inspiration. The goal is to craft songs that will last far beyond the gimmick of the day, with a focus on layers, texture, and emotionally charged lyrics. Their passion for creating captivating music is only surpassed by their work-ethic. With live shows described by one fan as “addictive as heroin” and surprise guests (a dancing poodle shared the stage at the CD-release party), the guys love having a great time with the audience and it shows. Their music will be featured this fall on VH1 and while they prepare local tour dates, they look forward to expanding outside the west.

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Press Sheet

Kind words...

“There is a gritty edge to [goldenstate’s] direct guitar rock with tracks like The Amazing Shrinking Man and Lucky Girl supplying a solid one-two punch... Good sincere indie rock which deserves the support...”
-Kevin Mathews, nighttimes.com

“One of the best local bands I’ve heard in a long time. Really, really good.”
-Modern Mark, KSCU

“Seconds is... catchy... entertaining... There is certainly a market for this sort of thing... The Amazing Shrinking Man is the highlight of this EP... with a strong melody and a nice, grungy texture. Lucky Girl is also catchy and enjoyable, with a dark, grimy energy behind it. There's enough melody in Seconds to make it a lasting alternative rock record.”
- Indieville

“A refreshing change from the usual.”
- John Ferris, Tower Records

“"Rarely, do you find bands with your level of commitment, and great positive attitude. That will help you guys in the future for sure."
- Regis M., No Joke Productions, Brooklyn, NY

“You rocked my face off!”
- MySpace.com

Items of Note...

-MEANYfest 2005, Finalist – Audience vote, CBGB's NYC
-VH1 to feature goldenstate music in upcoming show, Parental Control.
-Medium Rotation on dozens of US college stations. (Tracked by Planetary Group)
-Three consecutive months on CD Warehouse’s top ten list (Published in Zero Magazine)
-Official selection, Indie Music & Film Expo
-Released in March, seconds sold over 600 units in the first four months.
-Distribution through iTunes, Yahoo!MusicMatch, MSN, Tower Records, and more!

Full Bio

Exploding hotel rooms, torrential downpours, and armies of ants could not stop goldenstate from releasing their debut EP, Seconds. Gathered around the warm glow of analog gear, amidst a damp California winter, the Bay-area quintet tracked six songs at John Vanderslice’s Tiny Telephone in San Francisco. The CD-EP, recorded on 2-inch tape by Jay Pellicci (Deerhoof, Erase Errata, Okay) and mastered by John Golden (Green Day, Sonic Youth, Chris Isaak), dishes up a powerful, passionate, and honest serving of rock. Soaring from a high-energy start to its melancholy finish, Seconds stands on its own and offers a snapshot of this promising young band.

Formed sometime between 2002 and 2004, goldenstate is a new take on “East meets West.” Five strangers from across the country came together to make music in sunny California. Robert Harvie (Guitar) and Zach Robin(Vocals) had previously collaborated and were looking for a new creative vehicle. Meanwhile, Brian Vaine(Bass) and Lenny Kenyon(Drums) had driven across the country from their native Vermont, seeking the same. A chance meeting on an Internet bulletin board led to the creation of a six-song CD. After an independent release in March and a brief tour, goldenstate found their songs popping up on the US College charts, as well as on the top-sellers lists at regional retail stores.

Encouraged, goldenstate spent this past summer in an abandoned coastal mansion high above the Pacific. Longtime friend Kevin North(Lead Guitar) has also made the trek from Vermont and has become the newest member of the band. Influenced by too many artists to count, the members of goldenstate rely on each other for inspiration. The goal is to craft songs that will last far beyond the gimmick of the day, with a focus on layers, texture, and emotionally charged lyrics.

Their passion for creating captivating music is only surpassed by their work-ethic. With live shows described by one fan as “addictive as heroin” and surprise guests (a dancing poodle shared the stage at the CD-release party), the guys love having a great time with the audience – and it shows. Their music will be featured this year on VH1 and while they prepare local tour dates, they look forward to expanding outside the west. goldenstate has emerged, energized and on a mission to reach as many new fans as possible.

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