State of Man fires up the troops by entertaining in the Pacific

March 2, 2007 download story

Premiere East Coast band tours with Armed Forces Entertainment

After an incredible year of topping the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart for eight consecutive weeks, State of Man will bring East Coast entertainment to the troops stationed in the Pacific. State of Man will tour through Okinawa, Japan, Korea, Guam and Kwajalein Mar. 27-Apr. 26.

State of Man has been together for six years and has opened for major acts like Kid Rock, Live, Stone Temple Pilots, No Doubt and Hoobastank. Voted XM Satellite Radio’s “Artist of the Week,” the band continues to keep the music industry buzzing by building momentum through a busy tour schedule.

“Serving time in the military gave me the utmost respect and admiration for those men and women who selflessly protect our country day-in and day-out,” said John Stringer, lead vocalist for State of Man. “As a band we want nothing more than to utilize our talents, let the troops know we’re big fans, while giving them an encouraging taste of home.”

Recently, State of Man released a new full-length CD “Both Sides of the Story” featuring hit songs “Swallow Your Fears” and “Be Still My Heart.” Their catchy tunes and consistent work ethic are indicative of a promising long-term career in music.

“While State of Man may be climbing the charts and rising to the top, their commitment to entertain the troops shows their integrity and succor in doing their part for the USA,” said Air Force Captain A. Semrau, Armed Forces Entertainment Pacific circuit manager. “With a memorable performance and solid song line-up, their show will definitely put a kick in military personnel’s day.”

The band’s accomplishments include performing for an audience of 15,000 at the Music Midtown Festival in Atlanta and being interviewed by MTV about the performance. State of Man was featured in Vanity Fair in October 2004 and participated in the Budweiser True Music Ad campaign.

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Armed Forces Entertainment is the lead Department of Defense agency for providing entertainment to U.S. military personnel serving overseas, with priority given to those in contingency operations and at remote and isolated locations. The Department of the Air Force is the executive agent of Armed Forces Entertainment.

Founded in 1951, Armed Forces Entertainment brings a touch of home to more than 500,000 troops annually, embracing the best of Americana that stretches across all genres of entertainment. Visit www.armedforcesentertainment.com for more information.

To learn more about State of Man, visit www.stateofmanmusic.com.

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