Roman Numerals

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Genres: Alt / Indie rock, Experimental / Noise

Sound description: Rather than resorting to retro reverence, Roman Numerals embraces creative revisionism. This is the sound of the past informed by the future, as if Big Black had visited early-'80s era Gang of Four in a vision, or if the ghost of Fugazi had haunted Modern English. Given that these creative collaborations never occurred, this is the first time a group has blended atmospheric artiness and a prominent percussive pulse with such precision. Rather than inviting comparisons to its influences, Roman Numerals has sculpted itself into a touchstone to which tomorrow's acts will be likened.

RIYL: Interesting, creative music that you can dance too and think about.

Web site: http://www.theromannumerals.com

E-mail: stulipana@kc.rr.com

History:

Former members of Season to Risk, Shiner and Dirt Nap form a Joy Division Tribute band to perform Halloween 2002. Success of said band (Unknown Pleasures) convinces members to write original material. A 2004 demo recording with Brodie Rush of Be/Non / Blow-chi fame is well-accepted as band continues to grow and perform across the midwest....or something.

Musicians:

Shawn Sherrill: Bass guitar, Keyboard
Steven Tulipana: Bass guitar, Guitar, Keyboard, Vocals
William Smith: Guitar, Stylophone, Vocals
Pete LaPorte: Drums

Formed:

2002 in Kansas City, MO

Influences:

Gang of Four, Big Black, Wire, Season to Risk, Dirt Nap, Fugazi, Einsturzende Neubauten, Joy Division

Current status:

Touring

Discography:

	Name	Year	Label
	Roman Numerals	2006

Bandit Teeth / ColourMusic :: After a seven-year hiatus, this trio of Lawrencians has reestablished itself as a top-shelf draw for their brand of high-energy, punk-influenced indie rock ... More info

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