The Sterns
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The Sterns are a band from Boston, Massachusetts. Their songwriting and performances are often compared with bands such as The Smiths
, Squeeze, The English Beat, and XTC
. The band members were previously members of the popular American Ska bands, Mass. Hysteria and Westbound Train
. The song "Supreme Girl" is a playable song on the 2008 video game Rock Band 2
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The Smiths
The Smiths were an English alternative rock band, formed in Manchester in 1982. Based on the song writing partnership of Morrissey and Johnny Marr , the band also included Andy Rourke and Mike Joyce...
, Squeeze, The English Beat, and XTC
XTC
XTC were a New Wave band from Swindon, England, active between 1976 and 2005. The band enjoyed some chart success, including the UK and Canadian hits "Making Plans for Nigel" and "Senses Working Overtime" , but are perhaps even better known for their long-standing critical success.- Early years:...
. The band members were previously members of the popular American Ska bands, Mass. Hysteria and Westbound Train
Westbound Train
Westbound Train is a ska band from Boston, Massachusetts, formed in 2001. Their name originates from the Dennis Brown hit song by the same name....
. The song "Supreme Girl" is a playable song on the 2008 video game Rock Band 2
Rock Band 2
Rock Band 2 is a music video game developed by Harmonix Music Systems. It is the sequel to Rock Band and is the second title in the series. The game allows up to four players to simulate the performance of popular songs by playing with controllers modeled after musical instruments...
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Band members
- Chris Stern: Vocals, Guitar
- Alex Stern: Guitar, Vocals
- Zak Kahn: Drums
- Michael Sixx: Keyboard
Discography
- Say Goodbye to the Camera (Watergate Records, 2005)
- Sinners Stick Together (Omnirox Entertainment, March 27, 2007)