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Sophmore Jakes

NEW ALBUM IN STORES NOW!!!

About Me

Despite the fact that southern Alberta isn’t the ideal setting for the evolution of punk, the Sophmore Jakes have melded their own version of power pop punk rock scanning their own moral and cultural beliefs into well rounded and mature anthems for today’s youth. Drawing from influences such as the Clash, the Police, Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Blink-182 the Sophmore Jakes are devout storytellers with a keen sense of humour and love of political satire.The Sophmore Jakes have been together and touring for the last four years bringing their high energy show to small time clubs and big time music festivals. Never needing a reason to get back on the road Sophmore Jakes continue to site the musician credo "any excuse to play"Although the power trio (age ranging from 19 to 21) remain rather young working in the music industry, they continue to smith their songs with the maturity and work ethic of seasoned songwriters. During the summer of 2006 the boys took a much needed break to write and record their first full length and self titled album, an exquisite collection of ten songs bridging the gap between politics, heartbreak, love and revenge.Releasing the album nation wide in HMV's, Cd Plus and Independent music stores as well as internet retailers such as itunes, pure tracks and on their website (www.sophmorejakes.com) the Jakes continue to tour tirelessly and bring their music to anyone and everyone in hopes to create a better understanding towards political and environmental awareness and tolerance.You know, like the Falcon."A punch in the face has likley never been so much fun!
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Music:

Member Since: 1/15/2006
Band Website: sophmorejakes.com
Band Members: Ryland (guitar/vocals), Geoff (bass/yelling), Barent (drums)
Influences: Wu-Tang clan, ninjas, Story of the year, Blink 182,Yellowcard, Alkaline Trio, Alexisonfire, Robert Hamberger www.realultimatepower.net, Lawrence Arms, pirates,the Police, Travis Barker, Derek Grant, Joe Strummer, zombies, Matt Skiba, Flea, Geoffs' Basement.

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Sounds Like:

zombie bones breaking, with a loving touch!
Record Label: none
Type of Label: None

My Blog

GET THE NEW SOPHMORE JAKES ALBUM ON THIS WEBSITE!

Hey everyone! we are proud to announce that you can now buy our new album just by clicking the "buy now" link below!  so if your from the united states, or you dont know how to get to your local ...
Posted by Sophmore Jakes on Mon, 13 Aug 2007 12:35:00 PST

"SOPHMORE JAKES" AVAILABLE AT HMV FOR $16.99

HIT UP HMV.CA AND BUY THE NEW ALBUM FOR ONLY $16.99. ALSO, GO TO YOUR LOCAL HMV AND REQUEST OUR CD SO IT CAN BE PUT ON SHELVES!   HOOORRRAAAYY!!!
Posted by Sophmore Jakes on Fri, 10 Aug 2007 07:00:00 PST

EMERGENZA FINALS RESULTS!

Hey there everybody! This past weekend we travelled up to Calgary to compete in the Provincial Finals for Emergenza. It was a great show and are very happy that people came out to show support for us....
Posted by Sophmore Jakes on Mon, 04 Jun 2007 07:26:00 PST

UPDATE! SJ to hit South Country Fair and Sasquatch! (i love it when a plan comes together)

Hey everyone! its been a while since we updated so i thought i would give a shout out! the long and hard recording process has been coming along nicely and out master copies should be arriving from ne...
Posted by Sophmore Jakes on Sat, 17 Mar 2007 06:04:00 PST

MY PANTS ARE OFF RIGHT NOW.

hey everyone.   im just getting ready for my real "day job"  barf barf barf.    my pants are off right now, in fact i am totally naked. just wanted to share that.  Barent if ...
Posted by Sophmore Jakes on Wed, 17 Jan 2007 08:24:00 PST

So many shows, so little driving...

Hey Everyone! We have been working super hard booking shows for the new year and we have some great news for southern alberta and fort macleod locals!  ALMOST EVERY BAND IN THE WORLD IS COMING O...
Posted by Sophmore Jakes on Fri, 22 Dec 2006 11:30:00 PST

COMMANDO JEANS FOR SOPHMORE JAKES!!!

Allright i know what your thinking... Ryland wants to be more naked than usuall. Well, actually your way wrong. We have recently became friends with Commando Jeans Clothing Company! They are...
Posted by Sophmore Jakes on Thu, 21 Dec 2006 02:11:00 PST

NEWEST MEMBER TO THE PRETTY KILLER CLOTHING FAMILY

WELL THE TITLE SAYS IT ALL! WE ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT WE ARE THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF THE PRETTY KILLER CLOTHING COMPANY FAMILY! THEY ARE BASED OUT OF SACRAMENTO CALIFORNIA AND HAVE A SWEET LINEUP OF...
Posted by Sophmore Jakes on Wed, 13 Dec 2006 12:43:00 PST

WE HAVE BEEN CHARTED!

HEY THERE BOYS AND GIRLS! AS OF TODAY WE HAVE PLACED 3RD IN MYSPACECHARTS.COM CHARTS! TELL YOUR FRIENDS ABOUT US BECAUSE WE WANT #1!
Posted by Sophmore Jakes on Mon, 11 Dec 2006 01:16:00 PST

Shine Drums!!!!

Hey everybody!! We thought that we would let you all in on the great news! Barent has recently become the newest member of the Shine Custom Drum And Percussion family!!! He will soon be rockin' a...
Posted by Sophmore Jakes on Sat, 04 Nov 2006 11:50:00 PST