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| Origin = [[Santa Barbara, California]] |
| Origin = [[Santa Barbara, California]] |
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| Years_active = 1995—1998<br />2008—present |
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| Label = [[Geffen Records]], [[Immortal Records]] |
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==Style== |
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Tons' music style derives from [[punk rock]]<ref name="Jeffries">{{cite web |url=http://allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:hifuxqyhldje~T1 |title=Biography of Snot |accessdate=2008-08-23 |last=Jeffries |first=Vincent |publisher=[[Allmusic]]}}</ref><ref name="Iannini">{{cite book |last=Iannini |first=Tommaso |authorlink= |coauthors= |editor= |others= |title=Nu metal |accessdate=2008-08-23 |year=2003 |publisher=Giunti |language=Italian |isbn=8809030516 |pages=78–79 |chapter=Snot }}</ref |
Tons' music style derives from [[punk rock]].<ref name="Jeffries">{{cite web |url=http://allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:hifuxqyhldje~T1 |title=Biography of Snot |accessdate=2008-08-23 |last=Jeffries |first=Vincent |publisher=[[Allmusic]]}}</ref><ref name="Iannini">{{cite book |last=Iannini |first=Tommaso |authorlink= |coauthors= |editor= |others= |title=Nu metal |accessdate=2008-08-23 |year=2003 |publisher=Giunti |language=Italian |isbn=8809030516 |pages=78–79 |chapter=Snot }}</ref> The band has also incorporated elements of [[funk]]<ref name="Iannini"/> and [[heavy metal music|heavy metal]].<ref name="Jeffries"/> |
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Tons, formerly known as Snot, is an American rock band from Santa Barbara, California. Formed in 1995, the band released their debut studio album Get Some with founding vocalist Lynn Strait in 1997 and disbanded after his death in 1998. In 2008, the lineup of guitarists Mike Doling and Sonny Mayo, bassist John Fahnestock and drummer Jamie Miller reunited. In 2009, the band adopted its current name and Brandon Espinoza joined as vocalist.
History
Formation, Get Some and death of Lynn Strait (1995-1998)
The band was formed by singer Lynn Strait, the former bassist of local metal band First Strike/Indica, and guitarist Mike Doling, formerly of Kronix.[1] After building a strong following with performances in Los Angeles, Snot signed with Geffen Records, and began work on their debut album, Get Some, released on May 27, 1997. Although the album received positive critical notice, sales were disappointing.[2][1]
The band performed on the 1998 Ozzfest tour. On July 9, 1998, Strait was arrested in Mansfield, Massachusetts, for indecent exposure after emerging nude from the oversized toilet prop used by Limp Bizkit in their performances.[3] The band began work on their second album. On December 11, 1998, Strait died in a car accident when a truck struck his car, killing him and his boxer, Dobbs.[2][1] The band disbanded following Strait's death.
Post-death (1999-2007)
Because Strait had not recorded vocals for the album, it was decided that the album's vocal tracks would be completed by friends of Strait as a tribute. Strait Up, released on November 7, 2000, featured appearances by the lead vocalists of Korn, Slipknot, Sevendust, Hed PE, Coal Chamber, Sugar Ray, System of a Down, Incubus and Soulfly, among others.[2][4] It peaked at #56 on the Billboard 200.[5]
A live album, Alive!, was released on July 30, 2002. It peaked at #12 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart.[6] On April 5, 2007, the band reunited for a performance in Anaheim, California, with vocals performed by Invitro singer Jeff Weber.[7]
Reunion (2008-present)
In 2008, the band reformed, with former Divine Heresy singer Tommy "Vext" Cummings on vocals.[8] Tommy Cummings and Sonny Mayo left the band, which was renamed "Tons" in 2009.[9]
Style
Tons' music style derives from punk rock.[1][2] The band has also incorporated elements of funk[2] and heavy metal.[1]
Band members
- Mike Doling — guitars (1995 - 1998, 2008 - present)
- John Fahnestock — bass (1995 - 1998, 2008 - present)
- Jamie Miller — drums (1997 - 1998, 2008 - present)
- Brandon Espinoza — vocals (2009 - present)
Former members
- Lynn Strait — vocals (1995 - 1998; deceased)
- Sonny Mayo — guitars (1995 - 1998, 2008 - 2009)
- Shannon Larkin — drums (1998)
- Mike Smith — guitar (1998)
- Tommy Vext - vocals (2008 - 2009)
Discography
References
- ^ a b c d e Jeffries, Vincent. "Biography of Snot". Allmusic. Retrieved 2008-08-23.
- ^ a b c d e Iannini, Tommaso (2003). "Snot". Nu metal (in Italian). Giunti. pp. 78–79. ISBN 8809030516.
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(help) - ^ "Snot Singer Charged With Indecent Exposure". MTV News. July 10, 1998. Retrieved 2008-08-23.
- ^ Huey, Steve. "Review of Strait Up". Allmusic. Retrieved 2008-08-23.
- ^ "Charts and awards for Strait Up". Allmusic. Retrieved 2008-08-23.
- ^ "Charts and awards for Alive". Allmusic. Retrieved 2008-08-23.
- ^ "Exclusive: Reunited SNOT Recruits Ex-DIVINE HERESY Frontman, Prepares To Hit The Road". blabbermouth.net. July 14, 2008. Retrieved 2008-08-23.
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(help) - ^ "Reunited Snot Releases New Song, Announces Tour With DEVILDRIVER". blabbermouth.net. August 7, 2008. Retrieved 2009-04-15.
- ^ "SNOT Is Back... As TONS". blabbermouth.net. November 20, 2009. Retrieved 6 June 2010.