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SOCIAL GHOST (Orlando 7/18)
Progressive / Alternative / Rock

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Member Since	2/16/2005
Band Website	socialghost.net
Band Members	Van Lugo - Lead Vocals, Bass Neight - Guitars, Vocals Matt Brown - Drums
Influences	contact: socialghostbooking@gmail.com
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Jul 18 2008

8:00P

Backbooth w/The Dropa Stone and Confused Little Girl

Orlando (Downtown), Florida

Aug 8 2008

9:00P

The Metro w/ megaphone

West Melbourne, Florida

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About SOCIAL GHOST (Orlando 7/18)

ABOUT SOCIAL GHOST

Quite a few modern day rock bands like to list hip emo bands as prime influences, but judging from their impressive instrumental chops, these guys are no strangers to the proggier side of things. Social Ghost is one of the few bands to proudly proclaim their admiration of such challenging-yet-melodic bands as Rush and The Police. And the Orlando, Florida-based group has something in common with these aforementioned zillion-selling acts – they manage to create a massive sound with only three band members (and like the others, their bassist doubles as lead vocalist).

Comprised of singer/bassist Van Lugo, guitarist Neight, and drummer Matt Brown, Social Ghost is turning heads with their recently released self-titled EP, a release that manages to balance the tuneful with the tricky. Social Ghost has already played sold out shows at some of Florida's most celebrated venues, including the House of Blues and the Social, as well as festivals like JRR-B-Q, Warped Tour 2006 and Earthday Birthday 13 at Orlando's Citrus Bowl. Additionally, Social Ghost has supported such renowned acts as Shinedown, Staind, Rob Zombie, Mudvayne, Plain White T's, Nonpoint, and Alice in Chains, the latter of which the group has served as direct support for their recent acoustic tour. Jim Mallonee, VP of Booking for Live Nation, witnessed a Social Ghost performance during their stint supporting Shinedown, and raved, "I was frankly flabbergasted when I witnessed their show, and kind of pissed off that I was in the dark about these guys until that point."

Although considered a new band to many, Lugo and Neight have been almost life-long friends – having first crossed paths in the 5th grade. “We immediately formed a bond through mischief,” explains Neight. “We started to watch MTV - emulating and singing Rage Against the Machine, Green Day, [and] Pearl Jam in class. Growing up in that time period was a really big part in us picking up instruments – Van picked up a bass around age thirteen, and a year later, I followed. We jammed almost everyday, and at age 15, I moved to West Virginia with my parents. We stayed in contact and Van continued with a band of his own. When I was 20, Van called me one day and asked me if I wanted to move back and join his band. Without hesitation, I sold all my stuff and moved back down. We went on for a few months with that band, but Van and I started moving in a different direction musically. We disbanded that project to begin work on what is now Social Ghost.”

The move has certainly paid off for all parties involved, as several songs from the EP have become local rock radio favorites. ORock 105.9 put the anthemic “Tomorrow” in Mel’s Nightly Battle for listener votes. The song won 10 consecutive nights beating the likes of The Killers, Sick Puppies, Angles & Airwaves (twice), Stone Sour, Seether, Blue October, Pucifer, and Biffy Clyro. This success has placed “Tomorrow” in regular rotation. WJRR has also featured “Tomorrow” on their Native Noise series.

And the group has already built up some impressive ‘road miles.’ “Touring was an amazing and inspiring experience,” says Neight. “It's everyone's dream just to meet their idols - Alice in Chains. But to perform on the same stage every night, drink beers with the guys, playing to sold-out auditoriums, have the guys play pranks on us - there are no words that I can express how great that feels. Something I think we learned from Warped Tour was how important the band-fan connection is.” And what can fans expect from a Social Ghost performance? “Tight, precise performances. Better than the record. And, you can meet us at the merch booth!” With a goal of “World Domination – [to] put rock n’ roll back on top,” the lads certainly have the right attitude, but also have the tunes and chops to back it all up.

- Greg Prato

Van & Matt recording Bass & Drums for "Something More," from our upcoming album!

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Paul™	Jul 19 2008 10:45 AM DUDES.....kick ass show last night!! it felt good getting my face rawk'd off. and i think i still have blood coming out of my ears...and it feels good being a part of the most bitter fans in orlando ohh and i want the new album asap so i can blast it in my car lol KEEP RAWK'N GUYS -PAUL
THE DROPA STONE (@ BACKBOOTH THIS FRIDAY JULY18!!)	Jul 19 2008 2:02 AM Great job tonight fellas!! Wonderful sharing the stage with you guys!! To the first of many shows together to come!! =) -Jon, Joe and Tony TDS
The_Dudeman [Rawk Bassist]	Jul 18 2008 11:07 PM you guys were fucken awesome tnite!!! i cant wait till you put "today" up! you should do it soon (= it would rawk my socks off.
Player Entertainment Law	Jul 18 2008 9:58 PM AWESOME SHOW TONIGHT!!! YOU GUYS DEFINITELY BROUGHT IT FULL STRENGTH!!!
diveplane	Jul 15 2008 8:37 PM thanks for the friendship! let us know what you think about our music! much love, dp
CONSPIRE	Jul 11 2008 7:48 AM HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND YOUR FRIEND CONSPIRE
Seventh Hill	Jul 8 2008 10:48 PM When are you going to come back to Titusville and play a show? We miss you :)
Akilah?!	Jul 8 2008 8:25 PM see you on the 8th!!!
Zachary	Jul 8 2008 3:04 PM I'm out in CA now, but I would've definitely made it to the show.
Gina	Jul 6 2008 7:36 PM As I said before - Great Show!! Photo's are up...stick throws and all.
GEMINI/ ARIES	Jul 6 2008 3:16 AM HEY GUY'S STILL LOADING!! KEEP A LOOK OUT! MUAH
Seventh Hill	Jul 5 2008 11:02 PM Thanks for the Downloads!
Jeremy	Jul 5 2008 4:28 PM Pretty cool video diary gents! Looks like you guys had some good times...
Paul™	Jul 5 2008 1:20 PM whats up brosefs its been a while, but are guys headlining on the 18th? im so gonna be there i havent seen u guys since hob with megaphone...and thats too damn long
DPX Entertainment	Jul 4 2008 11:22 AM I want to see that crab footage. Thanks again, you guys rocked it!
[Dudeman][is Gnarly]	Jul 3 2008 9:39 PM DUDE U GUYS ARE THE GNARLIEST BAND EVER i seen u guys when u opened for shinedown u guys were amazing and u guys will seriously go somewhere with ur music i personally enjoyd watching u guys more than shinedown like i said u guys are gnarly
Beth	Jul 3 2008 9:08 PM lol damnit My bad Matt...For some reason chris stuck...Guess you guys are just gonna have to come back to MD..
F.A.C.K.A.	Jul 1 2008 6:09 AM THANK YOU! Hope you made it back safely. I was already to take 4th shift just in case....
Dave DeMarco	Jun 30 2008 10:59 PM Hey Matt, this is Dave. We met @ Fletcher's tonight. I went to add you guys and lo and behold, you're already in my friends list! Shwanky! Anyway, great to share a bill with you guys. Email me and we'll keep in touch re: various biz thangs. Toodles - DD.
DJ Euro	Jun 27 2008 5:59 PM HEY THERE GUYS!!! CAN'T WAIT FOR YOU TO JAM OUT IN OCALA FOR MY B-DAY!! IT IS GONNA BE A KICK ASS TIME!!
F.A.C.K.A.	Jun 26 2008 11:31 AM the time has come. see you tomorrow and drive safely. ever been rick rolled? lmfao.
Doc	Jun 25 2008 8:39 AM I saw you guys with Shinedown in HOB orlando a while back and it was awesome, Crossfade opened for Shinedown a few years ago and they took off, i hope the same happens for you guys aswell because you rock. Totally diggin the free songs btw!
Scud Disposable Robot Assassin	Jun 24 2008 12:42 AM i LOVE social ghost.
Alicat	Jun 23 2008 1:23 PM Jason and I can't wait for you guys to play our event.. We're spreading the word.
Adam a.k.a Purdy	Jun 23 2008 6:59 AM Great show Friday....good hangin once again with you fellas. We need to do those shows all over Florida. Laterz
DPX Entertainment	Jun 22 2008 10:55 AM One week, honkeys!
Sheri	Jun 21 2008 8:46 PM Great show last night! Melbourne loves you!
RJ	Jun 18 2008 9:23 PM hey first get back to jax plzzzzz i am dieing here and need a good concert. second whens the cd droping i would love to hear some new songs! sure it will be breath taking.
Janeway	Jun 16 2008 2:29 PM You guys REALLY REALLY need to play the Gainesville music festival in September! It's a decent lineup right now, but I don't see you guys on there; so it ain't a show yet! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=16216605771
WillBear	Jun 14 2008 3:46 PM NEW MUSIC.
Holly Marie	Jun 11 2008 7:01 PM any news on shows around the wilmington area??
maryssa	Jun 9 2008 4:53 PM hey!! you're amazing!! =D
Patti	Jun 8 2008 1:30 PM Thanks so much for the add xxxx
.steve	Jun 7 2008 3:55 PM Congrats on the Grammy thing win, fellas. Guess this might be a little late but that's awesome.
ShMorgan	Jun 6 2008 5:30 PM i cant believe u cancelled the fernandina show...thats the island i just moved to, good 'ole amelia island. if your gonna play here again, the only places you should play are the green turtle and wicked davies. miss u much...hugs and kisses!
The Lost Art of Hairbanging	Jun 6 2008 2:34 PM Aloha!
Limitless Clothing	Jun 6 2008 4:13 AM thanks for the add!
The Wedding Party	Jun 4 2008 12:09 PM thx fr ddng s. Crap. I forgot vowels. Thanx for adding us! -the WP
Holly Marie	Jun 3 2008 9:53 AM

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