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Sex with Strangers

New Wave from Vancouver BC

About

Sex with Strangers

Label: Independent
since circa 2007
Rising from the shadows of rain-covered Vancouver, Sex With Strangers are the sonic equivalent of a Swiss army knife, drawing on a wide variety of influences ranging from new wave, to post-punk, to dance rock. Although the band revels in the exploration of a wide variety of genres, SWS has managed to create their own unique sound, highlighted by robust bass grooves and the vocal harmonies of singers Hatch Benedict and Shevaughn Ruley.

Once named as one of “7 Undiscovered Bands Worth a Listen” to by SPIN Magazine, Sex With Strangers is best known for their feverish and interactive live performances. The band has showcased at a number of North American festivals since their inception, including performances at SXSW, CMJ, NXNE, Halifax Pop Explosion, Rifflandia, Sled Island, Junofest and Shambhala.

The band will be releasing a new EP on March 21st, 2016, followed by their sixth studio album in September.

Hatch Benedict – vocals, keyboards
Mike Gentile – bass
Cory Price – guitar
Dan Walker – drums
Shevaughn Ruley – keyboards, vocals

Find the latest SWS press, tour and recording information at:
www.sexwithstrangersmusic.com
Available for Shows/Gigs

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Current Lineup

Hatch Benedict
lead vox / keyboards
2007 - present
Magnus Magnum
bass
2007 - present
Cory Price
guitar
2007 - present
Dan Walker
drums
2008 - present
Alexis Young
keyboards, vox
2011 - present

Band Articles

Sex With Strangers/ Parlour Steps/ Call The City / Streetlight
Nearly Famous Music Festival Friday, November 14 @ Railway Club This night had a definite New Wave feel to it. A draft choice of late 70's and early 80's influences was bandied about. Streetlight, a four piece of bass, drums, keyboard...
Author: Mark Bignell
Published by: The Skinny Magazine

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