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The Departed (in the studio)

About Me

The Departed started out at the hemlock (2003) one night when Michelle and Karina’s drunken paths collided. Both girls knew they wanted to play in a band and were willing to put in the effort to make it happen. They spent many a nights writing simple punk ballads. Michelle on guitar and Karina on bass. It wasn’t until 05’ that the girls were ready for a drummer and we’re introduced to Nikki Stix of The Husbands (and the hemlock tavern! who ironically served them the drinks that started the band). Later came Lani Dagger on lead guitar. Despite the fact that they started off knowing nothing. These ladies had one thing in common they all wanted to play good punk rock tunes. And through all their hard work were given their first shot opening up for the Adolescents at Annie’s Social Club. Since then they’ve done a few dates on warped tour, and have played with the likes of NOFX, Dead to Me, Strike Anywhere, Filthy Thieving Bastards, Thee Merry Widows, and Fabulous Disaster. Just to name a few. In 07’ Nikki opted to leave the band to pursue other interests, since then Tony aka Buster has come onto the scene and has added his own new flavor to the band. While the line up has changed The Departed still continue to create music that will get you off your feet dancin’ and send you stumbling home. Myspace Layouts
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Member Since: 10/1/2004
Band Members: Michelle Lockneck: Lead vocals & guitar Karina Figueroa: Bass guitar & vocals Lani Daggers: Lead guitarTony: drums
Influences: Everything
Sounds Like: "This punk band is cranking out tunes that will put a spring in your step and a smile on your face! Their catchy hooks and melodies will stick with you as you stumble home late at night and drunk dial your friends to sing to them." -Amanda McCabe, Missing Parts
Record Label: Unknown Indie
Type of Label: Indie

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In the studio!

Finally we've made it back!  we will be recording an EP starting march 11th. I'll post songs as their availabe! Karina
Posted by on Fri, 21 Dec 2007 12:01:00 GMT

New drummer

In case you haven't heard Nikki has left the band in pursuit of happiness...lol. We will miss her and she'll always be a part of the departed. Since then we found a really awesome drummer named tony...
Posted by on Wed, 24 Oct 2007 22:58:00 GMT

BOOKING

for booking please contact Karina via [email protected]!!
Posted by on Mon, 08 Oct 2007 21:44:00 GMT

Check out our latest interview!!

While we were recording we did an interview for an online mag called Dead Boy Pro. You can check it out at the link below. Thanks!http://www.deadboypro.com
Posted by on Wed, 28 Feb 2007 11:59:00 GMT

BUY MERCH ONLINE!!

If your interested in buying our merchandise online, shoot us a message. T-shirts $10Zipper Hoodies $20+ shipping and handlingNew design in the works too!
Posted by on Thu, 25 Jan 2007 11:40:00 GMT

Michelles Warped Tour project for charity auction!

In 2005, Michelle decorated a beautiful sparkly Van slip on shoe to auction off. It, along with other music memorabilia is now being offered through ebay. Proceeds to benefit breast cancer research.ta...
Posted by on Wed, 06 Sep 2006 12:42:00 GMT

Past Shows

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Posted by on Mon, 08 May 2006 14:00:00 GMT