Nickolas Blazina - Guitars / Lead Vocals
Mark Tatara - Lead Guitars
Tony Martino - Bass / Backing Vocals
Jonah Kort - Drums / Percussion
State and Madison came together after a surprise departure of their longtime drummer while still performi [+]Nickolas Blazina - Guitars / Lead Vocals
Mark Tatara - Lead Guitars
Tony Martino - Bass / Backing Vocals
Jonah Kort - Drums / Percussion
State and Madison came together after a surprise departure of their longtime drummer while still performing under a previous moniker. After five years of playing together, Nickolas Blazina, Tony Martino, and Mark Tatara felt lost at sea without a paddle. The pieces had seemed to fit together so well, for so long, and suddenly part of the puzzle was lost for good. After taking the time to sort out their feelings and future, they began writing again with a new outlook on creativity as well as the addition of Jonah Kort.
The name State and Madison was actually not the first choice amongst the names for a new project. However, the band agreed that it fit the best because of the passion for their hometown Chicago and the significance of that intersection. In Chicago, State and Madison divides the city streets at North and South, East and West. Here, the streets begin at zero, which the group felt was fitting in starting a brand new project.
After spending time writing new material, the band released a three song demo to the public of material recorded at the demise of the old band as well as teamed up with the new management company, Inject Entertainment Group to solidify the team. This helped to set the focus on getting the band back into the saddle in Chicago by giving people something to talk about while the new EP was in production.
The band entered into Million Yen studios to record what is now "Simplicity Is The Name Of The Game" in November 2005 and finished in February 2006. The band recorded with long-time friend, fan, and producer Andy Gerber, who has produced countless independent and major label projects over the years, including many of the windy city's platinum acts.
Singer Nickolas was a born singer and frontman. Starting in choirs from the age of 8, he is also a pianist, guitar player, and drummer. He was the frontman of two other local Chicago rock groups beginning at the young age of 14.
Guitarist Mark Tatara is an accomplished guitar player, having been in many local bands, and finally combining forces with Nickolas 6 years ago. His blend of jazz and blues playing, combined with h
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