Biography
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Years Active
2010 – present (14 years)
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Founded In
Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida, United States
Rock band “20 Shades” was founded by frontman James Pergolatti in Tampa Florida in 2010. The band brings a diverse new sound that is a mix of classic metal and modern day Rock, with a positive message.
20 shades’s main genre is Christian rock. And it’s brand name comes from the single “20shades of Grey” off the Birth album.
Since forming, the band released 2 Pergolatti penned demos, “Faith” ,and “Animal” which successfully caught the ear of fans, radio stations, and producers.
With in a few months, James Pergolatti was approached By TMG records to record the album “ Birth “ that was released in 2011 under TMG ( Tate music group) records.
20 Shades entered the music scene touring , and opening for bands, W.A.S.P, Stryper, Stephen Pearcy, Ratt , Ted Nugent , Blue Oyster cult and went on a 20 date tour of the US and Canada with LA Gunns in 2011.
2013 found Pergolatti reuniting with original 20 Shades bassist, Davey Angelo. He approached Davey about doing a couple on off gigs in the northeast part of the US – and the energy was so strong on the initial show, that Pergolatti immediately invited Davey to come back on board full time.
2014 has 20 Shades making inroads in the online community – releasing “Favor Me” to the online download industry and was immediately flooded with downloads.
20 Shades has also come out in 2014 with an anti bully campaign they are naming the “No Bully Tour”. Addressing a problem the band feels is a growing epidemic, they are touring the US playing concerts for Christian and secular groups – to reach today’s youth and assist with dealing with bullies. The early shows have received a great reception and has exploded their online presence
20 Shades band members to date include: James Pergolatti – lead vocals, guitars, Davey Angelo- Bass guitar, Vocals, Daniel Sorrow- lead guitar ,and Mitch Mitchell-drums.
20 Shades entered the music scene touring , and opening for bands, W.A.S.P , Stryper, L.A. Gunns, StephenPearcy (Ratt) , Ted Nugent , Blue Oyster cult.
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