Chon (band)
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| Origin | San Diego, California |
| Genres | Progressive metal, Math rock, Indie rock, Instrumental rock |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Labels | Sumerian |
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Chon (stylized as CHON) is an American math rock band from San Diego, California. The band originally consisted of bassist Esiah Camarena, drummer Nathan Camarena, and guitarists Erick Hansel and Mario Camarena. Esiah left the band by the time of their debut EP release Newborn Sun in 2013, and was replaced by bassist Drew Pelisek. On November 8, 2015, Chon stated via their Twitter feed that they have parted ways with Drew Pelisek due to 'artistic differences'.[1] It was also confirmed by Drew on a personal account. [2]
History
Chon began in 2008 with the recording of a self-titled demo. In 2010, the band took a break, but got together in 2011 to record two new songs, "O.G." and "Breathe". They returned in 2013 with the release of their debut EP titled Newborn Sun.[3] The following year Chon released their second EP, titled Woohoo!. In 2014, Chon embarked on two consecutive nationwide tours with Animals as Leaders. In December of 2014, Chon signed with the record label Sumerian Records, and announced they would be releasing their debut full length album the following year.[4] On February 5, 2015, the band announced their debut full length titled Grow would be released in March of 2015.[5] 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.[6][7] On December 16, 2015, Chon announced their first full US headlining tour, with accompanying bands Polyphia and Strawberry Girls. [8]
Band members
- Mario Camarena - guitar (2008–2010; 2012-present)
- Nathan Camarena - drums, percussion (2008–2010; 2012-present)
- Erick Hansel - guitar (2008–2010; 2012-present)
- Former members
- Esiah Camarena - bass guitar (2008-2010)
- Drew Pelisek - bass guitar, vocals (2012–2015)
Discography
- Studio albums
- Grow (2015, Sumerian Records)
- EPs
- Newborn Sun (2013, self-released)
- Woohoo! (2014, self-released)
- Demos
- CHON (2008, self-released)
References
- ↑ "CHON on Twitter: "We've parted ways w/ our bassist Drew. He is / will always be the homie and we wish him the best!"". Twitter. Retrieved 2016-04-28.
- ↑ "Instagram". Instagram. 2015-11-08. Retrieved 2016-04-28.
- ↑ 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.
- ↑ "CHON on Twitter". Twitter. Retrieved 2016-01-03.