First formed as a metal act called In Reverent Fear, Stomacher rapidly decided to solidly evolve into a more relaxed and atmospheric rock sounding group. Performing regularly all across the Bay Area, Stomacher have succeeded in gaining a considerable fan legion. If you mention the phrase, “atmospheric rock” you have an enormously wide spectrum to imagine what the music may sound like. But, in this case, I will let myself use these two words to describe Stomacher’s latest offering, their debut 2009 release Sentimental Education. Think a stiffer Depeche Mode, or possibly Porcupine Tree with more emphasis on songwriting and vocals in an almost singer/songwriter fashion. Stomacher has became less aggressive and more melodic, eventually abandoning their hardcore roots in favor of progressive, experimental space rock, much as Cave In had done. A welcome change for a band showing some amazing potential.

You can catch Stomacher in our Noise Pop co-sponsored show featuring Far, Trophy Fire, and Picture Atlantic at the Bottom of the Hill at 8pm Thursday.

This week drummer John Lazarus enters the Kuestionnaire to hype up this week’s amazing show.

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1. Could you state your name and what you do in the band?
I’m John, drummer for Stomacher.

2. How would you describe your sound?
Stomacher is a rock band at heart. Many of the songs dip into down-tempo, ambient kinda grooves. For the most part, Stomacher aims to make memorable pop songs. The emphasis is the melody (Jarrod).

3. What is your favorite local band?
My favorite local bands right now include: Via Coma, I the Mighty, and Monkey.

4. Any concerts that blew your mind recently?
Brian Blade fellowship at Yoshi’s Oakland. Unreal.

5. Any non-musical influences you would like to mention?
Any writing from Shunryu Suzuki. I love Quentin Tarantino’s work.

6. If your music was to be the theme of a film/TV show, what would it be?
I would like to see our music featured in a Harry Potter film. Check out our new HP-themed video (shameless plug).

7. What musician/artist would you like to collaborate with for a day?
I would love to work with Prince.

8. What is the album you listen to on a cold rainy day?
D’Angelo – Voodoo

9. List four songs you would listen to on a roadtrip?
Miles Davis Quintet – Straight, No Chaser
Jill Scott – Gettin’ In The Way
Elbow – I’ve Got Your Number
Motley Crue – Kick-start My Heart

10. Where do you see yourselves in 7 years?
Making new records. Touring Europe, UK, and US. That would be sweet.

11. What is the last book you read?
US: Americans Talk About Love

12. Is image a factor in music or is it a waste of time?
Depends who you ask. I think quality music will trump image any day, which isn’t to say that image has no place in the entertainment business…

13. Any embarrassing moments on stage you would like to share?
Not really They certainly happen to all of us. You gotta just see it for yourself.

14. Any favorite tour locations?
Kansas City, MO.
Berkeley, CA.
Santa Rosa, CA

15. Lastly, what is your present state of mind?
Kinda sleepy. Time for bed. We hope to see you at the show! Thanks for reading.

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[mp3] Stomacher – Coming On A Black Day from Sentimental Education (2009)

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[mp3] Via Coma – Architects from Bridges EP (2009)

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