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Marsyas Complex

We are a rock band that tries to cover the whole genre of rock and not be boxed into 1 style of music, we are a 3 piece that can really bring it.

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Hometown	Reno, NV
Genres	Hard Rock, Rock
Band Members	Luke Garcia A.K.A. Johnny Rockstar- Lead Guitar/ Lead ... » more
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Upcoming Shows	None

Contact Information:	Artist / Band Member Luke Garcia luke@marsyascomplex.com 775 997 4198 Artist / Band Member John Banks Jr johnbanksjr@marsyascomplex.com 530 394 7080 Artist / Band Member John Duncan jd@marsyascomplex.com 530 570 7286
# Years Experience Performing Live:	02
# Live Perfomances Past Six-months:	06
Market Draw:	Basic Bar/tavern/Lounge venues: 201-250
Venue History:	The Black Tangerine - Reno , Nv The Plumas Club - Quincy, Ca The Kings Tavern - Paradise, Ca The Way Station - Greenville , Ca The Taylorsville Tavern - Taylorsville , Ca Gold Digger Days - Greenville, Ca The Capitol Club - Quincy, Ca Zephyr Lounge - Reno, NV
Opener Experience:	havent had the privledge to open for anyone but ourselves
Similar Artists:	We are an original sound
Performing Rights Society:	BMI
Discography:	Why for art thou! LP—2010

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We were formed in april 2009, and remade in april of 2010. Formerly known as Bad Influence" we evolved, with a new drummer and different feeling sound. With it came a new name. We write songs that cover whatever strikes us at the time, we have songs...

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November 2014 Judging Excellence

February 2014 Judging Excellence

November 2013 Judging Excellence

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Marsyas Complex releases new CD "Why For Art Thou" by
These three individuals know what they had in store for them. They neede to rock the house like a large band can. So they planbig, wrote big and play big. The sound they developed was the sound that was comparable to a full on 5 piece band. They played with years of knowledge, plenty of creativity, and determination. As an example, to create a fuller rhythm section sound, John Banks Jr. added more licks to his guitar parts, Luke Garcia incorporated more scales to the bass lines and, JD took on those drums with powerhouse intensity. With their new sound came a new band name; Marsyas Complex. This name has its own mythological story behind it and it’s quite an interesting one, based on the Greek myth of the satyr, Marsyas, and how he challenged the God, Apollo, to a musical duel. However, to this group, Marsyas Complex is the state of mind that they feel they are good enough to challenge the gods. Another interesting aspect of this group is John Banks Jr’s ability to play most of his solos on the fly, making every time he plays feel like the first time you are hearing that song. This is one aspect that makes this group always interesting to listen to. They have never lost sight of where they come from, and who they are. In their small town of about 1000 people, for the past few years, they would put together a Halloween show. They collect donations from local businesses and rent out the town hall. The group supplies drinks, concessions, candy, baked goods, and other prizes. There are raffles, carving contests, costume contests and cakewalks - and Marsyas Complex plays their music. They do it for the children of their town who really need it. It is a way to give back to their community. Most of their songs have a personal meaning to them with mention of one particular rock ballad that was written telling the story and to honor the memory of John Banks Jr’s mother, Brenda Ludwig, who passed 7 years ago from cancer, and in memory of the passing of JD’s friend, Brian McDonald. This song is called “Everyday”. With their release of their new single, “World Falls Down”, which is off their new CD “Why For Art Thou”, you will be able to experience that powerhouse sound that hardcore rock fans experience. This song is a about a woman that takes advantage of her man and he knowing that he’s being used. It has a unique blend of heavy metal and hardcore rock that you can totally enjoy no matter what style rock you like. It is full of energy and is relatable to everyone. Between the bass guitar and lead guitar and those drums keeping that heart beat, you have a song that is electrifying to listen to. “Why For Art Thou” has been released in its digital format and is also available in its physical format.

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