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Absent Society is a post-punk metal band out of Oakland, California. Formed by lead singer Jason, along with Guitar players Justin and Matt, and drummer Mike in 2003. Absent Society's fan base has continued to grow ever since. The first Absent Society demo, released in June 2004, received enthusiastic reviews from Germany to Argentina, featured on absentsociety.com. Soulkillerwebzine.com noted of their first demo, "This album kicks some serious ass, and I assume a full length debut won't be far behind." Metalfanatix.com wrote, "Overall, I would say they sound like Soulfly/Pantera crossed with Deftones/System Of A Down, coupled with the Dillinger Escape Plan and Candiria." The cd was recorded at The Plant Studio's (studio A)in Sausilito, Ca with Engineer Justin Phelps (recording,mixing) and John Cunibertti (mastering). Their first demo has recieved air play on the bay area's 90.5 kvhs.

Absent Society is now promoting their latest demo ep, "The Plastic Parade" (released June 3, 2005). Independently produced and funded by Absent Society along with newly founded Fungus Melon records, the band met up with Justin Phelps, this time at Hyde St. Studio's (Studio C) in San Francisco. Mastering was completed by John Cunibertti at The Plant. The EP has drawn early comparisons to Dillinger Escape Plan, Alice and Chains, and early Faith No More. The Luxury of Ignorance tour (26 shows, 30 days, 6 states)through the Northwestern United States following the release, gave the band a foothold in the region, selling cd's and merchandise and making new fans at every show. Upon their return, Absent Society has begun auditioning new guitar players due to the departure of longtime bandmate and friend Matt Haynes. Matt will continue to play shows during the transition. Once a replacent is found the band will focus on new material (set to be released on their first LP, "The Analyst") in 2006-2007. Shopping of "The Plastic Parade" and negotiations have begun on soon to be named producer's for the next album.

Excited about the addition of Ian on bass (joined after "Plastic Parade"), Absent Society is poised to tour throughout the United States, bringing their unique sound to new audience's nationwide. As metalfanatix.com put it, "They work through the different styles well and incorporate separate elements to create their own." The group is now booking for the 2005 and 2006 calander years.

On the web: www.absentsociety.com, myspace.com/absentsociety, garageband.com/absentsociety
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email: info@absentsociety.com