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EYE EIGHTY on the Spotlight |
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These six guys, Allan (vocals | 2nd keys | co-musical director), Aly (vocals | percussion), Chris (vocals | keyboard | co-musical director), Eric (guitar | vocals), Rhys (drummer) and Toots (bass guitar) share the same passion and "love for music." Either individually or on separate projects, they have been playing music since childhood, in school, churches, vocal groups and bands – basically, anywhere and everywhere. In the early 2000s, some of the guys came together and formed a musical group only to have it disband a few years later. But in 2007, the inspiration was rekindled and the fellas decided to give it another try. With a few member changes, the band was reborn! And since the band members hailed from all over the bay area, Vallejo, Benicia, Napa and Sacramento, and they were connected by Interstate 80, the name I80 or “Eye Eighty” seemed like a good fit. In the year and half since the birth of Eye Eighty, the band has been performing at local venues, events, and colleges. They’ve rocked the crowds at Maxwell’s in Oakland and Pier 23 in San Francisco. And not straying from their Filipino roots, Eye Eighty has also performed at Fiesta Filipina and Pista Sa Nayon. But their favorite audience is definitely the college crowd, as evidenced by the standing room performance at UC Davis’ Pilipino Time benefit last year. As Eye Eighty continues to perform at various venues, the fellas are also working hard in the studio to produce their debut album. With joints like “How We Do” and “Get Loose”, their upcoming album will be a must-have hot item ticket for any music lover. Their debut album is due out sometime in 2009. But for current updates on the album, song snippets, upcoming gigs, and general information, please check out Eye Eighty at their various sites:
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