Jay Elliott - vocals, guitar
Ben Tatum - guitar, vocals
Luke Schneider - bass, vocals
Matt Hogan - drums

Longevity, consistency, and stability are adjectives rarely associated with independent rock bands; however, they are accurate descriptions of Stereo Deluxe, the Indianapolis-based power-pop quartet. Stereo Deluxe's four 24-year old members Jay Elliot, Matt Hogan, Luke Schneider, and Ben Tatum have been friends since childhood  and playing music together since 1998. The band spent their formative years developing their sound under various band names playing literally hundreds of house parties, youth centers, and dive bars to anyone who would listen. The result of their journey is an energized, raucous, and fully-realized rock sound.

Stereo Deluxe released their self-titled debut in 2006; a set that included an impressive collection of melodically-driven songs. The record received substantial airplay in the U.S. Midwest and national
critical acclaim. In the wake of the record's release, the band toured relentlessly earning a reputation as an explosive live act. Stereo D played tour dates opening for Kings of Leon, Augustana, and Marah and even took home $10,000 by winning Indy's Battle of The Bands at the Vogue Theatre. Stereo D put the 10-grand to good use buying vintage guitars, new clothes, and most importantly: a van. In late 2008, Stereo Deluxe embarked on East Coast and Midwest tours in preparation for the launch of their sophomore full-length album.

'When the Party's Over' is the sound of a fearless band reinventing its sound by incorporating enhanced dynamics, raw energy, and invigorating melodies. In the studio, the band insisted on keeping first-take performances with a minimum of overdubs to accurately capture the sound of their live shows. Producers Eric Klee and Marc Johnson (John Waite, Supergrass, Jurassic 5) meticulously recorded the band live with vintage microphones and analog recording equipment. The record's rich sound, mastered by Andy VanDette (David Bowie, Rush, Metric) is an astonishing sonic experience. The record has many highlights including the emotional gut check of "All Over Again", the searing melodies of "The Corner", and the 4/4 stadium rocker "Southside Stomp".

Stereo Deluxe 'When the Party's Over' is due out March 17th, 2009 on indie500 Records, with singles hitting radio and video channels soon, followed by a 2009 U.S. tour.

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