Instrumentation Justus Dobrin - Keyboards, samplers Matt Ostrander-Lead singer, guitarist Steve Bowman- Drummer Erik Semo- Bass, singer Mike Fiorentino- Guitar, Electric Violin Biography Who Is ViV? Gifted with great musical talent and undeniably great songs, ViV is an infectious group. Since the formation of the band in 2001, ViV has rapidly grown a cult following nationwide. Singer/Songwriter Matt Ostrander is joined by Steve Bowman (Counting Crows, Third Eye Blind) on drums, Justus Dobrin on keys, Mike Fiorentino on violin, mandolin and guitar, Erik Semo on bass and vocals to create a unique blend of music that is rich and deep with American and British influences. With the release of their sophomore album "Flawed", Viv is constantly touring nationwide in the United States promoting and building their fan base... The album has tracks produced by David Cole (Melissa Ethridge, Cake), Adam Rossi (Luce), Thom Canova and by the band themselves. Rounding out the great musicians on Flawed are appearances by Dave Immergluck (Counting Crows) and Bruce Kaphan (American Music Club). Some of ViV's accomplishments include: Chosen by Comcast Cable / Pay Per View for a live Concert Filming on February 6th, 2004 for nationwide U.S. release January 2004, Added to the soundtrack for "See this Movie" a movie by Joe Smith produced by the peeps who brought you American Pie. Added to Park City TV's X Show, January-February 2004 Featured on KFOG 104.5 Local Scene as an up and coming artist to watch in 2004 December of 2003 added to major motion picture soundtrack for the film "see this movie" by Joe Smith and the producers of American Pie Current play on 200+ college radio stations in the US and Canada Winner 30 Best Bands Contest on Kazaa.com/ 450,000 song downloads since 1/1/03. Invited: Sundance Film Festival 2003. 7,000 copies of their 1st album sold. Development of ViV and A Movie and Revival Music Festival - more info at www.vivtheband.com Numerous T.V and Radio performances... Some album appearances include: Amp 6 Pack compilation (Pepsi Co.) Decent Exposure Vol. 2 Nadine's wild weekend compilation Cornerband.com compilation Freeway entertainment compilation ViV can be seen touring the east coast, the west coast, Denver/Boulder and Salt Lake City regularly. Management: Joe Schuld www.joes-music.com 913.888.6681 joesmusic@everestkc.net Website http://www.vivtheband.com Discography Viv- White Album Release 2001 ViV- "Flawed" released 2004