Jackson, MI (Top40 Charts/ Kings of Rock Entertainment) Rockapalooza will welcome its neighbors from the north as Canadian post hardcore band Silverstein takes the stage June 25, at the Jackson County Fairgrounds, Jackson, Michigan.
"I am looking forward to having Silverstein play. They are a very unique addition to Rockapalooza." offers promoter Tim Corser, CEO of Kings of Rock Entertainment.
About Silverstein
Silverstein is a Canadian post-hardcore band from Burlington, Ontario, formed in 2000. Their band name is a reference to the famous children's author Shel Silverstein, whom the band had admired and read the stories of as children. They have released a total of four studio albums, three EP's, a compilation album and a live DVD/CD.
Silverstein's lineup, which has remained unchanged since the band signed to Victory Records, consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Shane Told, guitarists Neil Boshart and Josh Bradford, bass guitarist and backing vocalist Billy Hamilton, and drummer Paul Koehler.
The band achieved moderate success with their second studio album, Discovering The Waterfront, reaching No 34 on the Billboard 200 charts, with the following two albums charting at similar positions.[
The band left long time record label, Victory Records in 2010, and are currently signed with Hopeless Records and Universal Music. They are also currently working on writing and recording their next studio album titled Rescue, which will be released on April 26, 2011. An EP titled Transitions was released on December 7 as precursor, with two songs taken from the upcoming full length album
Members
* Shane Told - lead vocals, keyboards (2000-present)
* Neil Boshart - lead guitar (2002-present)
* Josh Bradford - rhythm guitar (2000-present)
* Billy Hamilton - bass, backing vocals (2000-present)
* Paul Koehler - drums, percussion (2000-present)
For more on Silverstein
www.silversteinmusic.com/
www.myspace.com/silverstein
