"A NEW dOPE" OUT EVERYWHERE JUNE 20TH
DEFINING THE SOUND
With 20+ years in the game, the sounds and stylings of the b have changed. With some age, experience, and plenty of road miles, the band has progressed musically as interests have grown. Starting in a garage in 2001, the b would try to emulate the sounds of Sublime's live album, "Stand by Your Van", and did pretty well at doing so, gaining them access to small stages in the San Gabriel Valley. From house parties, to college shows, and then eventually to clubs in Hollywood, the band continued to gain traction and a strong reach with their growing audience and their own sound. From 2005 to 2012 the band toured non stop, with stops all across the US, Japan, Canada, and Mexico. Recently, touring has slowed down a bit, but creation has not. With original members, Pat Stevenson, Jason Moorehead, Gyl Bonus, and joined by drummer Kurt Denninger, the b has taken on a whole new lifeform in the latter years. Their newest full length album, "A New Dope", set to release in June of 2025, showcases the band's talent, passion for tone, song writing, and love of music that has influenced them over their lives. It is truly the definition of their sound, touching on many different musical styles and influences, from punk rock, to reggae, hip hop, blues and more. From the opening track, "My Bedroom Door" to the finish of the record, there are no fast forward moments, including the 9 minute journey of "City Lights" and the to the point, "Tesla Truck". Longtime friend, Howi Spangler of Ballyhoo! joins the b on "Ripples of our Lives" and leaves a lasting mark on this record.
LOOKING BACK
The b Foundation have toured extensively since their conception in 2001. Headlining the country, performing on the Vans Warped Tour, headlining the Surf Roots Tour in Japan, and for many years playing around 200 live shows a year. Constant touring has solidified the B as a household name in the reggae rock community. Over the years, The B has had the pleasure of supporting and touring with a laundry list of great bands throughout the years. Slightly Stoopid, Dirty Heads, Iration, The Expendables, Katastro, Eek a Mouse, Steel Pulse, and Metallica to name a few.
STILL IN LOVE WITH MUSIC
IN 2020 The B is just as excited to put out music and play as they were in 2005. The sound has grown into a more mature, adult sound, but the band members unfortunately have NOT! Claiming to be "unofficially" fully endorsed by Taco Bell and WalMart. The overall tour dates have slowed down over the last few years, but the band has put out great music, with Innocent Man, Back When We Were Young, and Work Unitl It's Over, all debuted on The World Famous KROQ in LA. Innocent Man spent over two months in the top 5 songs on Locals Only.
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