Chon (band)
| CHON | |
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| Origin | San Diego, California |
| Genres | Progressive rock, math rock, instrumental |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Labels | Sumerian Records |
| Website |
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Chon (stylized as CHON) is an American progressive rock band from San Diego, California. The name comes from the mnemonic acronym (see CHON) and was discovered by the band whilst watching a science show in their early teens.
History
Chon began in 2013 with the release of their debut EP titled Newborn Sun.[1] The following year Chon released their second EP titled Woohoo!. In December of 2014, Chon signed with Sumerian Records and announced they are releasing their debut full length the following year.[2] On February 5, 2015, the band announced their debut full length titled Grow will be released in March of 2015.[3] On March 5, the band premiered their song Can't Wait from the album via Red Bull. They released the album on March 24. Eight days prior the band embarked on a 27 date tour supporting Circa Survive.[4][5]
Band members
- Mario Camarena (Guitar/Backup Vocals)
- Nathan Camarena (Drums/Backup Vocals)
- Erick Hansel (Guitar/Backup Vocals)
- Drew Pelisek (Bass/Vocals)
Discography
Studio albums
- Grow (2015, Sumerian Records)
EPs
- Newborn Sun (2013, self-released)
- Woohoo! (2014, self-released)
Demos
- CHON (2008, self-released)
References
- ↑ Lion, Brian. "EP STREAM: CHON – ‘Newborn Sun’". Under The Gun Review. Retrieved 28 March 2015.
- ↑ Sharp, Tyler. "CHON sign with Sumerian Records". Alternative Press. Retrieved 28 March 2015.
- ↑ Sharp, Tyler. "CHON announce debut full-length album, 'Grow'". Alternative Press. Retrieved 28 March 2015.
- ↑ Sharp, Elliott. "CHON: 'Can't Wait' Song Premiere". Red Bull. Retrieved 28 March 2015.
- ↑ Sharp, Tyler. "Circa Survive announce headlining tour with Balance And Composure, CHON". Alternative Press. Retrieved 28 March 2015.