Hope Departed has exploded into the Southern
California music scene. With Steve Ludwig and Brandon Wildish
forming the band in July of 2005, the duo began writing songs and
shaping what has today become Hope Departed. The duo was joined by
guitarist Ryan Kruckenberg, and bassist Josh Valeo. Performing with
various drummers at the time, the band began playing shows in and
out of Orange County hoping to form a solid fan base. The band
immediately developed a devout following. Hope Departed auditioned
several drummers, to fianlly find the last piece of their puzzle,
drummer Andy Nash. The band then began recording their debut Ep
“Ascendance” with producer Sergio Chavez at Maple Studios and NRG
Recording Services in October of 2006. The Ep also features drums by
the phenomenally talented Jarrod Alexander(A Static Lullaby & Death
By Stereo).The band released "Ascendance" in February of 2007.
Ludwig’s infectious melodies, along with Wildish’s vocal harmonies
and rockin’ rhythms, lay the foundation that sets Hope Departed
aside from all the rest. Their explosive stage presence and
genuinely positive attitude just goes to show that you will
definitely be seeing and hearing a lot more from Hope Departed.
The Bassist, Mr. Josh Valeo is wearing our "Hollywood" shirt, For
more information and if you would like to purchase this, please
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