1997 (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | October 2005 |
| Headquarters | Chicago, Illinois , United States |
| Products | Music albums |
| Website | myspace |
1997 was a pop/rock ensemble originating from Chicago, Illinois, United States, established in October 2005. They produced three studio albums from 2007 through 2009 before dissolving in 2010.
History
Members of the group had previously been involved with Chicago-based bands such as Constance, Funeral Etiquette, and October Fall. The band's name was inspired by a suggestion from Caleb Pepp's younger brother for an earlier musical endeavor. Following local acclaim, the group secured a contract with Victory Records in October 2006.
Their first album, ...A Better View of the Rising Moon, was issued by Victory on April 17, 2007. To promote this release, they embarked on a US tour alongside The Audition and The Graduate. After the recording sessions, keyboardist and vocalist Kerri Mack departed and was succeeded by Alida Marroni. The band attracted considerable online attention and media coverage, including recognition as SPIN's band of the day in April 2007. Throughout 2007, they toured extensively with groups such as Aiden, Still Remains, and Drop Dead, Gorgeous.
Their sophomore album, On the Run, debuted on May 27, 2008, followed by a tour that featured appearances on the 2008 Vans Warped Tour. Alida Marroni was replaced by Arthi Meera, who became a full-time member. In September 2008, Matt Wysocki joined the lineup as bassist. Early in 2009, they toured with Death in the Park and Galaxy Down.
The third release, Notes from Underground, was launched on October 13, 2009, accompanied by a music video for the track "A Fearless Heart." Lineup alterations included Brian Osters taking over bass duties from Wysocki and Kevin Thomas departing from the group. After concluding their late 2009 tour schedule, Caleb Pepp announced an indefinite break in January 2010 to explore new creative ventures. The band formally disbanded in March 2010 through a statement posted on Myspace.
Members
- Nick Coleman – Drums (2005–2010)
- Caleb Pepp – Guitar, Vocals (2005–2010)
- Cody Josephson – Harmonica, Guitar, Vocals (2005–2010)
- Arthi Meera – Keyboards, Guitar, Vocals (2008–2010)
- Brian Osters – Bass (2010)
- Kerri Leah Mack – Keyboards, Glockenspiel, Vocals (2005–2007)
- Alan Goffinski – Bass, Mandolin, Singing Saw (2005–2007)
- Alida Marroni – Keyboards, Glockenspiel, Vocals (2006–2007)
- Matt Wysocki – Bass, Synthesizer, Theremin (2007–2010)
- Kevin Thomas Snider – Vocals, Tambourine (2005–2009)
Discography
- ...A Better View of the Rising Moon (Victory Records; April 17, 2007)
- On the Run (Victory Records; May 27, 2008)
- Notes from Underground (Victory Records; October 13, 2009)