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Artist:PORTLAND

Genres:
  • Metal
  • Rock
Sydney, NSW

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About

The band started in July 2010. Daniel Cousens (21) re-inspired a couple of artists that were close friends. Which started with a few original songs has now become a mutant power force, combining punchy melodies and smooth, deep harmonies - with a kick. The Sydney based band from Maroubra has become focused on bringing solid, original music back to the live venues of the eastern suburbs. After a couple of changes to the line-up, Portland is now ready to take it up a notch! It is time break into new territory and make themselves heard. Shatsy (Mark Schatz) the lead singer and guitarist has played music since he was 13. He has also played bass guitar in a band called NuStart and has collaborated in many other musical projects. Mark is the driving force behind the melody and accompanying arrangements, whilst delivering the unique Portland sound. Ducky (Daniel Cousens) has only been playing drums for a year. He is constantly progressing and impressing with every performance. Ducky is ...

Members

Mark Schatz - guitar/vocals
Daniel Cousens- drums
Paul Morrison - bass/guitar/vocals
Brad James - guitar/bass

Sounds Like

Foo Fighters, pro pain, Deftones

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