Still Pending
| Still Pending | |
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Still Pending in November 2008, from left to right: Reed Gulick-Stutz, Grant Ellman, and Andrew Turel | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Portland, Oregon, United States |
| Genres |
Rock Alternative rock Punk rock |
| Years active | 2005 - 2010 |
| Labels | Unsigned |
| Website | http://stillpending.com |
| Members |
Reed Gulick-Stutz (guitar, lead vocals) Grant Ellman (drums, vocals) Ian Rogers (bassist, until 2007) Andrew Turel (bassist, from 2007) |
Still Pending is an American punk children band, formed in Portland, Oregon in 2005. The band originally comprising three young musicians, Reed Gulick-Stutz (guitar and vocals), Grant Ellman (drums and vocals), and Ian Rogers (bass guitar). In June 2007, Rogers left the band and was replaced by Andrew Turel in August 2007.[1] It is rumored that the band broke up. The official website is currently down, and their social media is inactive currently.
Band history
Formation of the band
Still Pending was formed by a group of classmates in the fall of 2005.
The Break and Debut CD
Shortly thereafter, the band got its first break as the on-stage band in the Oregon Children's Theatre rock musical production, Alexander, Who is Not, Not, Not, Not, Not, Not Going to Move.
In September 2006, the band released its first EP-length CD entitled, Innocent Days. The CD is made up entirely of original material and was recorded by themselves. On the CD, the band showcases its typical punk pop style. All three musicians take part in crafting the music. It features the bass-lines by Ian, bassist at the time of the recording.[2]
Exposure
In January 2007, The International Music Products Association NAMM, selected Still Pending to promote their "Wanna Play?" initiative.[3] The band is featured on the celebrity endorsers page of NAMM's website along with other musical celebrities including Jim Messina and Michelle Branch.
In the fall 2006, Still Pending entered into a national talent search conducted by the Cartoon Network for its Props TV show.[4]
Discography
Studio albums
- Innocent Days (September 2006)
- Graffiti (January 2009)
References
- ↑
- * "Mastan Music Hour Episode 37 Featuring Still Pending (Parts 1 and 2)" (podcast). Mastan Music Hour. Retrieved 2007-11-09.
- ↑ Bolger, Cori (2007-05-10). "Still Pending". Lake Oswego Review. Retrieved 2007-05-12.
- ↑ Wanna Play? initiative homepage
- ↑ Cartoon Network Props homepage
- Stein, Rosemarie (2006-04-21). "Impending move ties title character of 'Alexander' in 'nots'". The Oregonian. Retrieved 2007-04-18.
- Good Day Oregon (2006-02-13). Still Pending FOX TV LIVE Appearance for Crystal Ballroom Show. Fox 12 Oregon.
- "Still Pending Interview" (podcast). The Portland Mercury. Retrieved 2006-02-13.
- Hogan Jennifer (2006-10-10). Hangin' with Hogan. KOIN 6 - Portland CBS News affiliate.
- "Still Pending Interview" (podcast). Radio Disney, Portland. Retrieved 2007-05-12.
- Cartoon Network Props Segment. Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. 2007-09-01.