St Valentines Massacre (band)

St Valentines Massacre (SVM) is an American metalcore band from Tampa, Florida, formed in 2005. The band consists of lead vocalist Tony Rodriguez, guitarist/vocalist Paul Zakar, bassist Alan Olshefski, lead guitarist Tyler Martin, and percussionist Andre Canale. Since their formation, SVM has issued three indie EP releases: Of Heroes and Gods, Beneath Crimson Skies, and The Eulogy Sessions.[1] In January 2007, they won the Rock Solid Pressure industry showcase, as well as placing at Emergenza and other events. The band played the Ernie Ball stage as part of the 2007 Warped Tour, and went on their own national tour in 2009.[2]

For the murder of seven mob associates, see Saint Valentine's Day Massacre.
Not to be confused with the 1960s British band St Valentines Day Massacre (band).
St Valentines Massacre
From left: A. Canale, P. Zakar, T. Rodriguez, T. Martin, A. Olshefski
From left: A. Canale, P. Zakar, T. Rodriguez, T. Martin, A. Olshefski
Background information
OriginSpringhill, Florida, United States
GenresMetalcore
Years active2005–2011
MembersTony Rodriguez
Paul Zakar
Alan Olshefski
Tyler Martin
Andre Canale
Websitestvalentinesmassacre.com

History

The band has played shows in around 30 states, and also joined the Vans Warped Tour.

In October 2008, SVM signed with MRI Records and released their debut album, Awakening, in June 2009 on Sony RED.

Members
  • Tony Rodriguez – Lead Vocals
  • Paul Zakar – Rhythm Guitar, Vocals
  • Alan Olshefski – Bass
  • Tyler Martin – Lead Guitar
  • Andre Canale – Drums, Percussion
  • Jeremy Suarez Drums, Percussion

References
  1. "Registrant WHOIS contact information verification". stvalentinesmassacre.com.
  2. "Archived copy". Archived from the original on August 5, 2007. Retrieved April 22, 2009.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
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