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Santa Cruz, San Jose CA, United States (1998 – present)

Estradasphere, formed in Santa Cruz, California in 1998, make music with an approach that blurs the lines between traditional and experimental forms with a provocative mix of composition and improvisation. The members are Timb Harris (violin/trumpet), Jason Schimmel (guitar/banjo/keyboards/vocals), Tim Smolens (upright and electric bass/vocals), Kevin Kmetz (Tsugaru Shamisen/guitar/keyboards), Adam Stacey (accordion/keyboards/clavinet), and Lee Smith (drums/percussion).

These accomplished musicians blend and contrast styles in compelling and sometimes shocking ways. Their art is not an experiment. It is passionate and alive because of their deep understanding and mastery of the individual styles of music they play. Estradasphere’s music is cerebral, vibrant, and daringly playful.
The Estradasphere experience includes passion, humor, and at times, awe-inspiring brilliance. Their music is complex yet inviting, seducing the listener across time, space, and genre.
Estradasphere shows are intensely dynamic: outrageous yet introspective, tongue-in-cheek yet sincere. Every show is unique, never ceasing to stir excitement and challenge the audience’s expectations.
They continue to expand their performance experience, appearing at nightclubs, festivals, universities, symphony halls, theaters, and even circuses. Currently based out of Seattle, WA.
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    I'm loving these guys so much

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    Great album :-)

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    FINALLY got Buck Fever on CD.

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    Pretty decent stuff.

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    I CAN'T GET ENOUGH! nothing makes me happier than listening to Estradasphere.

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    Genios :3

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    Does anyone know where I can get hold of the Whoolilicious album? Or anything else from any of these guys? I just downloaded the Don Salsa album and it sounds great so far...!

    January 2012
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Orange Tulip Conspiracy U.S. Tour

19 Apr 2009 | from blog.myspace.com/estradasphere

Hello friends,Here is the complete listing of OTC's North American Tour in May 2009. The tour will feature guitarist Jason Schimmel (Estradasphere, Secret Chiefs 3), ex- Estradasphere …

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