Traverser is a
progressive rock band formed in 2004. The band is known for their use of
visual art, and conceptually oriented songs and lyrics. Their live performances often include
samples of pre-recorded audio to imply a storyline or
theme
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to the audience. The band wrote and performed as a trio until October 2009 when
Jon Shaffer, former guitarist for
7 Blue Skies, joined the band as a permanent second guitarist. Traverser has appeared at several major venues and events in central Florida including the 2009
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The band began touring in 2011 in support of the re-release of their self-titled debut.
Members
Current Members
* David Medairos - Lead Vocals/Guitar
* David (DC) Shaw - Drums
*
Jon Shaffer - Guitar/Vocals
* Rick Garitta - Bass/Vocals
Former Members
* Robert Spence - Bass (2004 - 2014)
Sponsorships
Traverser is sponsored by
Gibson Guitars,
Fryette Amplification
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and Inearz Audio
Discography
Albums
*''Traverser'' - 2009 Independent Release
*''Telemetry'' - 2010
*''Redshift'' - 2012 Independent Release
*''Jupiter Doesn't Care About You'' - 2019 Independent Release
DVDs
*''Traversing The Blue Skies'' - 2009 Independent Release
Singles
References
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Musical groups established in 2004
Musical groups from Orlando, Florida
American progressive rock groups