Force Controlled Culture by 137

137 is:

Keith Baughman - Vocals/Bass

Denise Baughman - Guitar

Carlos Ameri - Guitar

Drew Close - Drums

History/Timeline:

1996 - 137 concept is born; Keith Baughman begins writing material and records first rough demo

1997 - Keith puts band together with a line up that includes guitarist and sister Denise who remains in 137; band relocates to Rochester, NY where drummer Andrew Close and 2nd guitarist Carlos Ameri are eventually added to the line up.

1998 - 137 records first working demo "Reflecting Negatively"

1999 - 137 steps up live show schedule to promote first demo.

2000 - 137 begins recording a 5 song EP "Product of the Environment"

2001 - "Product of the Environment" released. A concentration on national promotion begins.

2002 - 137 hits the festival circuit; develops network of contacts through much of the Midwest and East coast.

2003 - 137 completes first successful month long tour. The band proves roadworthy while further developing its network.

2004 - The band records its first ever split 7" vinyl release with Doom Metal band Elusive Travel. Another summer tour.

2005 - 137 returns to the studio once again and records a new EP already under a nonexclusive deal with Watchmen Records and now available. For the first time ever, the band begins serious label shopping. With a second official release on the way, more summer touring is being planned.

Accomplishments:

To date, 137 has played many major shows with national bands that include Type O Negative, Deicide, Cannibal Corpse, Marduk, Cephalic Carnage, Nile, Overkill, Mastodon, War Horse and more. 137 has done radio interviews and performances, TV interviews, has been reviewed and interviewed in magazines worldwide. The band continues to be received well live and tours regularly.

Contact/Booking:

Keith Baughman

Email - keith@onethirtyseven.net

Mailing address:

137

PO Box 221

Honeoye, NY 14471

USA

Band website:

http://www.onethirtyseven.net

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