Averi
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Averi is a rock band that formed in Boston, Massachusetts. Current members are Mike Golarz (vocals/guitar), Michael Currier (saxophone/vocals), Stuart Berk (lead guitar), Chris Tilden (bass), and Matt Lydon (drums).
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 Averi is a rock band that formed in 1998 from Boston, Massachusetts. |
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| Origin | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Years active | 1998–Present |
| Genres | Rock |
| Labels | Averi Music |
| Members | Mike Golarz (2005 - Current) Michael Currier Stuart Berk Chris Tilden Matt Lydon |
| Past members | Chad Perrone (1998-2005) |
| Website(s) | http://www.averimusic.com |
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[edit] History
Averi was founded in 1998 on the campus of Suffolk University in Boston, MA by Matt Lydon and Michael Currier. After inviting local Singer/Songwriter Chad Perrone into the group, Averi was born. At Wits End was the band's debut EP. Featuring 5 funk and sax heavy tunes, At Wits End became very popular within the local scene and helped the band gain support from producer Mike Denneen for their debut LP, Direction of Motion. With the addition of Chris Tilden and Stuart Berk, Direction of Motion had a distinctive pop sound. The album sold thousands of copies without any label representation. The band went out on the road in support of the album playing colleges up and down the east coast of the US and numerous clubs around Boston.
2003 saw Averi's first headline appearance at the Paradise Rock Club. Since then, Averi has played several sold out shows a year at the Paradise. Over the next 2 years, Averi supported bands such as Gavin DeGraw, Guster, Barenaked Ladies, Hanson and the Goo Goo Dolls. The end of 2003 saw the addition of external management and a booking agency.
2005 brought a new album, new producer, management changes and the departure of Chad Perrone to be replaced by Mike Golarz. Drawn To Revolving Doors was recorded over the autumn and winter of 2004 and was produced by Scott Riebling. The sound of the record was more rock then Direction of Motion, the distinctive writing style of Perrone was evident. Sold out shows in Boston, New York, Portland, Providence and Manchester followed the release of the album. Constant touring followed through the summer and into the fall of 2005. In October of 2005, the band announced a headlining show at Avalon Club in Boston. Shortly after this, it was announced that Chad Perrone was leaving the band.
A few weeks following the announcement, Mike Golarz was named the new lead singer. Touring began again in early 2006, and many of the popular earlier tunes continued to be played.
The band announced in the spring of 2006 a new record with Scott Riebling producing. Songs will be written by all members.
[edit] Growth and press
Averi has been featured in newspapers and magazines such as the Boston Globe, Boston Herald, and Improper Bostonian, as well as music websites like Alternative Addiction. In 2005 they received four Boston Music Award nominations, and were named Newbury Comics/Boston Phoenix’s “Best Wicked Good Band.”
When asked about why the band is still unsigned despite the growing national recognition, they simply responded, "We have had offers. We're just waiting for the right one."
[edit] Band members
- Mike Golarz — lead vocals, guitar
- Michael Currier — saxophone, vocals, tambourine
- Stuart Berk — lead guitar
- Chris Tilden — bass
- Matt Lydon — drums
[edit] Past members
- Chad Perrone — songwriter, lead vocals, guitar
[edit] Discography
Drawn To Revolving Doors (2005)
Averi Live @ The Avalon (2005)
Averi Live @ The Paradise Rock Club (2003)
Direction of Motion (2001)
At Wits End (1999)
[edit] Sources
Boston Globe Articles, Reviews
Boston Herald Articles, Reviews
[edit] External links
- Averi's Official Site
- Averi on Myspace
- Averi collection on the Internet Archive's live music archive
