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Socadia [so-KAY-dee-uh] is an imaginary utopia – a modern day Arcadia basking in golden sunshine. To live in Socadia is to dream; to aspire and to strive for growth; to never stop learning and seeking; to be vulnerable, uninhibited and open. Socadia is a refuge – a blanket of sound that envelopes the body and frees the mind to explore places and emotions that live beyond the surface. Above all, Socadia represents the search for something greater.

“Life can be overwhelming,” says singer Stephan Martin. “Our music attempts to process the confusion of modern life and replace it with sensuality and in-the-moment energy. Be free to dance, cry, laugh, make love, whatever your heart wants.”

THE SOUND – dark, sexy, electronic rock – is inspired by bands like Depeche Mode, Radiohead, and Smashing Pumpkins: bands that aren’t afraid to take risks and dig deeper. Driven by steady, pulsing beats and smooth bass lines. Insistent guitars, and layers of synths added to taste. Topped with clear, biting vocals that ooze with dirty lust and passionate pleas.

Socadia has released two EPs – COY and [trees for the forest] – and a slew of remixes. In 2010, Socadia also released the song “The heart is giving all it can,” as a re-dedication to the pursuit of their dreams. The song has taken on a life of its own, and has inspired the band to set up a summer tour through England and Austria (Stephan’s home country).

Acclaimed director Andrea Giacomini filmed videos for “Always Near,” and “Land of Peansants,” (both tracks from COY) in 2008. “Always Near” went on to win the SXSW Click Video Competition, and “Land of Peasants” was screened at LA FilmFest 2009 alongside videos for Bjork, Depeche Mode, Bloc Party, and more.

Socadia’s music found it’s way to Red Bull, who invited the band to open HangART-11, an art show at Hangar-7 in Salzburg, Austria, featuring the work of Los Angeles’s top up-and-coming artists. After their set, Red Bull’s Doris Weissacher raved, “Their show is electrifying, and carries the audience on a journey!”

When Socadia announced their intentions on a 2010 Austrian tour, Red Bull jumped at the chance to be a part of it. Socadia will be driven around the countryside in Red Bull’s BRANDWAGEN: a tour bus complete with a stage on the roof and a sound system that will wake neighbors for acres.

As the tour approaches, Socadia is gearing up by packing clubs throughout Los Angeles: clubs like Spaceland, The Viper Room, and the Bordello. Socadia is also in the studio, recording new material with producer Bernie Penzias.

Welcome to Socadia. Please check your emotional armor at the door.