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August Rising

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Besides playing shows in their native California, the August Rising has been approached to open for some major established artists on upcoming tours. The band has worked diligently to surround themselves with a great team of people working to make their success a reality. By utilizing social networking, the band has begun reaching out to over 30,000 fans across multiple platforms.

Jeff (vocals/guitar) had this advice to offer to other bands: “We’ve really learned over the past year how important the whole idea of ‘who you know’ in this industry really is. We don’t look at who we know as a substitute for hard work, but rather taking advantage of opportunities when they’re given.”

Take a listen to some of their songs below and keep an eye on this ever-evolving band!

Tonight, I had the pleasure of getting to know one of my new favorite bands, August Rising, featuring Jeff Stauning on vocals and acoustic guitar, Jarod Woznik on lead guitar and vocals and Patrick Stephens on bass and vocals and Matthew Thrift on drums.

Few artists on the LA scene have influences as diverse as August Rising, and it shows in the finer nuances or their freshman album. The first time I heard their local hit Lay Your Hands On Me, I was shocked to see a small constellation of goosebumps raising the individual hairs on my arms. To put it succinctly, their sound is nothing short of inspired.

Clearly this group has a great chemistry and diversity, and it shows in the music. I have to agree with Jeff; it really is amazing who you do and don’t let in, and this applies to the music we know and love as well as the people. I think it is safe to say that if you decide to let August Rising into your musical world, you will enjoy getting to know them as much as I have.

They capture a feeling of passion and emotion through their heartfelt music. Their lyrics showcase strong and honest songwriting and their tunes mirror the likes of bands such as Train, Maroon 5 and The Script. Combine four incredibly talented musicians and you have August Rising. Formed in 2008, August Rising is a four member band consisting of Jeff Stauning, the creative force of the band, on vocals and guitar, Jarod Woznik on lead Guitar/Backup VOX, who brings his talent for music and business to the plate, Matt Thrift, the driving force with a rock steady pulse on drums and Patrick Stephens, Bass/Backup VOX, who is the “icing on the cake.” Their self-titled debut CD has 11 songs, including Lay Your Hands on Me bringing them the most recognition.