The debut performance of Surplus 1980 and Grex, together, in Pacifica-
Grex (Karl Evangelista-guitar/vocals, Rei Scampavia- keys, vocals, Robert Lopez-drums) has been called “completely original” (Eugene Weekly), a "near- seamless blend of modern jazz, indie rock, and blues rock." (Tiny Mix Tapes) The band's fun, endlessly surprising sound has drawn comparisons to English Prog Rock (Henry Cow, The Cardiacs), free music (Ornette Coleman, Sonny Sharrock), and noise rock (Sonic Youth, The Velvet Underground). http://www.grexsounds.com
Surplus 1980 is a post-punk band in the vein of Massacre, the Cardiacs, and leader Moe! Staiano's former group Mute Socialite. Comprised of members of Inner Ear Brigade, Reconnaissance Fly, and others, Surplus 1980 is an energetic blend of angular riffs, intense tempos, and high energy. http://www.moestaiano.com
