MASS
Louis St. August - Lead Vocals
Gene D’Itria - Guitars & Back up Vocals
Michael Palumbo - Bass & Back up Vocals
Joey “Vee” Vadala - Drums
Formed in 1980, this dedicated hard rock band from the Boston area has had numerous accomplishments. Most notably, they have sold over 100,000 albums worldwide.
A Brief History:
In 1982, “Mass” signed there first record deal with A&M records and recorded what was to be there first major release. The album was recorded at Criteria Studios in Florida with legendary producer Tom Allom. The album was never released due to the strained relationship between A&M and the band’s current manager. The band spent the next 2 ½ years in court to finally rid themselves from current management via bankruptcy.
Once free from any legal obligations the band returned to the studio in 1984 to release “Mass” their first self titled EP with producer Jon Mathias. It was recorded at The Record Plant in New York City. The EP sold over 10,000 copies in the Boston area alone, and was enough to get record companies’ attention once again.
In 1985, the band was signed to RCA records and released their first major label debut, “New Birth”, produced by Tony Platt. The 45 single, “Do You Love Me”, was number one for over six weeks at many radio stations along the east coast. The video for that single was also in rotation on MTV and hit Billboard’s charts.
In 1987, “Mass” was signed to Enigma records and released their third album/CD, “Take You Home”, produced by John Rollo and “Mass”. This record/CD sold tens of thousands in the United States as well as England, Japan, and other countries around the world.
In 1988, “Mass” released their fourth record/CD,” “Voices in the Night”, on Enigma records. Michael Sweet of the band “Stryper” was the producer. Again, this CD sold well all over the world. Songs such as “Reach for the Sky”, “Turn it All Around”, and “Voices in the Night” were available as CD singles. Songs from this CD also appeared on various compilation CD’s. That same year, “Mass” was nominated for ‘Best Heavy Metal Act’ at the Boston Music Awards.
Since “Voices in the Night”, Mass has continued to write and record powerfully impressive songs which have appeared on local compilation CD’s as well as receiving national air play.
In the Spring of 2000, Mass released a new CD titled “Mass Best Ones” on fore reel Records. This compilation CD contained two new tracks titled “Seven Days” and “Who Am I” which have received much local airplay.
In 2002, Mass returned to the studio once again with Stryper’s Michael Sweet to record two new songs titled “It’s You” and “Empty Soul”.
In 2004, “Empty Soul” was featured on Melodicrock.com compilation CD.
The CD/song was sold around the world to great reviews.
A blast from the past!
In 2006, “Mass” signed with Retrospect records (a re-issue label) to have their first RCA 1985 album “New Birth” re-released for the first time ever on CD. Along with the digitally enhanced sound and new liner notes this is a must for all “Mass” fans.
Since the overwhelming sales from “New Birth” which was released in February 2007 making it a number one seller for the Retrospect label.
Retrospect has now scheduled to re-release “Take you Home” & “Voices in the night” for the summer of 2008 with additional never released bonus tracks!
Much more new Mass music to come!
In January of 2007, “Mass” signed a new three album record deal with European label Escape Music out of London. The first brand new world wide release is called
MASS “Crack of Dawn” and was mixed & mastered in Sweden by Martin Kronlund.
Since its release in July 2007 the CD has gone on to sell extremely well around the world and receive 100s of outstanding reviews as well!
Mass continues to have a strong loyal following all over the United States and around the world while gaining new fans everyday ! “Mass’” style of music continues to be driving hard rock with an edge and rocking melodies!
Mass Media:
“Mass” can also be found on the World Wide Web at:
www.massmusic.biz & www.myspace.com/masstheband
“Mass” has appeared in numerous interviews/publications such as: Metal Edge, Kerrang, Circus, Hit Parader, Faces, Metal, Metal Forces, Rock, Blast, HM, Enigmazine, The Beat, Limelight, Local News publications, The Boston Globe, The Boston Herald, The Daily Evening Item, etc.. As well as many foreign magazines and fanzines such as Rock It, Fireworks, Muen, etc.
Mass Performance History:
“Mass” has performed at large venues all over the country.
“Mass” has performed with great acts such as Hanoi Rocks, Molly Hatchet, Winger, Stryper, Cheap Trick, Girlschool, Frank Marino and Mahogany Rush, Hurricane, Grim Reaper, Steven Stills and The Ramones along with many many others.
Also please note:
MASS will be performing at a great time slot at this years Rocklahoma Festival on Saturday July 12, 2008 @ 8:45 PM!
Over 200,000 people are expected to attend this year!
Hope to see you there!!
Contact Information:
Email: emailmass@aol.com
Saturday, July 12, 2008ROCKLAHOMA! Pryor,oklahoma 8:45 pm
Friday, August 22, 2008MASS Rocks The Beachcomber on Wollaston,beach in Quincy ,Ma!
Saturday, October 25, 2008MASS Rocks @ Bills Bar on 5.5 Lansdowne street, Boston,ma!
