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23 To Sparta's roots come from the State University of New Jersey, Rutgers as all its members are alumni. Sami Jarroush and Jason Fingar became friends and joined a band, Kinetic, which played in and around campus. The band later disbanded but Sami and Jason stayed in touch with one another. They occasionally got together to write music and play small acoustic shows in New Jersey. Years before Kevin Bray and Mike Green who lived in the same town down the shore joined up to play in a local campus production. There they met Dave Santin for the first time and became acquainted. Shift ahead a year or two on one fateful and somewhat drunken evening in Baltimore, MD, Sami got together with Dave and decided that they were going to start a new band with Jason! To build the band they first found Kevin to add another element ..boards. After a bit of searching Kevin turned to Mike to be the drummer. The band was on its way.
23 To Sparta began as cover band entertaining people with the likes of Incubus, Sublime and Red Hot Chili Peppers. As time progressed and the band grew tighter, It was time for 23 To Sparta to develop their own ideas and thoughts. Soon the band had many original songs based upon their major influences.
Unfortunately, after playing for about two years, Jason decided New Jersey was not the place for him. Though it was a tough decision since it meant leaving the band, Jason picked up shop and headed out West. The search was on for a new bassist. Dave had someone in mind turned to his fraternity brother Chris Henry. Chris came in and immediately fit right in. 23 To Sparta was on its way yet again.
23 To Sparta has been around for over two years and are currently playing shows in New Jersey and New York City. Whether its high energy covers or funky, entertaining, original music, 23 To Sparta's got it covered. They would love to see you at one of their shows...they'll even buy your first round of drinks if you ask real nicely.
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