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The Stokens, originally from Green Bay, Wisconsin,
 were first conceived in 1993 and consists of
 five unique and multi-talented musicians.

 Their music can be best described as an incredible
 combination of groove, funk, metal, with a touch
 of hip hop, soul, thrash, and disco but
 anyone who has seen these guys in action 
 can describe them in one word only.... INTENSE!!!

 Their style and originality has been steadily 
 propelling them upward. 
 In just five short years, they have recorded two
 demos titled, "Contents" and "Shiverking" and
 in 1995, they recorded their first full length album,
 "Killjoy at the Junction" all under their
 former name, Cradlewave.

 In 1997, The Stokens recorded their second,
 "Swig 180" which can be found at Sam Goody,
 Musicland, and Best Buy stores throughout Wisconsin.

 They have also headlined several shows throughout
 Wisconsin and Illinois. They have performed
 in major festivals and have won four 
 Battle of the Band Competitions.

 A past CMJ report from WSNC ranked "Eyesore"
 number ten on the top thirty list, topping 
 Marylin Manson, Sugar Ray, Live, and Faith No More. 

 The song, "Whisper" made a New Jersey radio
 station's regular rotation due to audience response
 and WAPL (the largest rock station in Northeastern
 Wisconsin) played "The Mighty Webslinger" and 
 featured them on their Home Grown Show.

  As for the latest news.......
  The Stokens recently recorded their third album,
  Birthyear. You can find more information on purchasing
  the CD at the Stryker Records web site.