Renowned rock, ska band the O.C. Supertones bids a fond farewell to its
long-lived career. Ten years, seven albums and millions of fans later, the group
has decided to part ways in 2005.
In a letter that recently posted to its Web site, the band comments, “There
were several reasons that factored into our decision. Rest assured, however,
that after much discussion and lots of prayer, we know this is the right path.
Our end date is yet to be determined, but 2005 will be the Supertones’ last year
together.”
The O.C. Supertones has summoned its fans for support in 2005, encouraging
them to attend a live show. Among those events planned to mark the band’s
final year are a greatest hits record, Unite, a national tour as well as select
concerts abroad.
Matt Morginsky, frontman for the O.C. Supertones and one of its founders,
reflects, “It’s both difficult and sad to say goodbye to something you have been
a part of since you were 15. I hope that this band leaves behind more than what
numbers can indicate. Our goal was and still is to glorify God and to edify His
people.”
This last decade, the band’s impact has gone beyond affecting its fans.
“Working with the Supertones has been among the highest experiences of my
career,” remarks Mark Guynn, booking agent for the William Morris Agency. “Their
musicianship is exceeded only by their ability to get a crowd going. This is
going to be a great year for the Supertones. Bittersweet, yes, but we’re gonna
have a lot of fun too!”
With more than one million album sales to its credit, the O.C. Supertones is
one of contemporary Christian music’s leading rock bands. The group has acquired
two rock radio hits, played 19 concert tours, and performed at such high-profile
events as World Youth Day with Pope John Paul II as well as numerous Billy
Graham Crusades. Media appearances include MTV’s “120 Minutes,” CNN “Headline
News” and the cover of national touring magazine, Pollstar.
For more information on the O.C. Supertones and its 2005 itinerary, visit: www.supertones.com. To book the O.C.
Supertones, e-mail Mark Guynn at mguynn@wma.com.
