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Formed in the Fall of 2003 Mile 21 established itself as a seven piece punk/ska band with influences of reggae and hip hop. After taking a hiatus from shows Mile 21 returned with a new sound that incorporated catchy hornlines, melodic riffs and influencial lyrical patterns. In the past year alone Mile 21 has been the featured band at several festivals and shows in the NorthEast, playing at clubs and venues such as CBGB's, The Knitting Factory, The Empress Ballroon, The Middle East Club, The Webster Theater, and Harper's Ferry. Influenced by a uniquely wide variety of artists, bands and styles, Mile 21 maintains a fresh, self-owned sound. The list of those owed credit and notice are an extensive group from Bob Marley & the Wailers to Johnny Cash, John Coltraine to Wu-Tang Clan, The Toasters, Brian Setzer, The Skatellites, B.B. King, and Steel Pulse. Each of these as well as many more have offered styles, sounds and inspiration for these 7 players to put every ounce of energy and heart into the success of Mile 21. After a few EPs and Demos that just dont seem to sit well any longer with the new band, Mile 21 has released a new 3-song Demo that truly captures their ska/roots/reggae styles. This new music expresses their desire to release socially conscious music while maintaining a very pop element that appeals to a wide range of people. Since their release of Nine Ivy Days in 2005 Mile 21 has opened for such acts as The Toasters, The Planet Smashers, Toots and the Maytals, Sean Paul, Badfish, and Morgan Heritage. With big plans in store for the 2007 year, Mile 21 will be releasing its first full-length CD under Megalith Records, and hitting the road to play a venue near you! Keep Checking back for tour updates and news!..
