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Faktion formed in 2002 as a four-piece group after the band members met at the [[University of North Texas]]. Originally, guitarist Marshal Dutton was the band's vocalist, but [[frontman]] Ryan Gibbs was recruited and the band became a five-piece group. |
Faktion formed in 2002 as a four-piece group after the band members met at the [[University of North Texas]]. Originally, guitarist Marshal Dutton was the band's vocalist, but [[frontman]] [[Ryan Gibbs]] was recruited and the band became a five-piece group. |
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In 2004, the band independently recorded and released an [[EP]] titled ''Make a Dent''. In [[October]] of [[2004]], the band signed a [[record deal]] with [[Roadrunner Records]].<ref name="rrr">[http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=28137 Press Release]</ref> Their self titled debut album ''[[Faktion (album)|Faktion]]'' was produced by [[Brett Hestla]] ([[Dark New Day]]) & Justin Thomas, and was recorded at Gridlock Studios in [[Orlando, Florida|Orlando]], [[Florida]]. The album was released on [[March 21]], [[2006]]. |
In 2004, the band independently recorded and released an [[EP]] titled ''Make a Dent''. In [[October]] of [[2004]], the band signed a [[record deal]] with [[Roadrunner Records]].<ref name="rrr">[http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=28137 Press Release]</ref> Their self titled debut album ''[[Faktion (album)|Faktion]]'' was produced by [[Brett Hestla]] ([[Dark New Day]]) & Justin Thomas, and was recorded at Gridlock Studios in [[Orlando, Florida|Orlando]], [[Florida]]. The album was released on [[March 21]], [[2006]]. |
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Just eight months after their album was released, the band announced they had parted ways with Roadrunner.<ref name="rrr2">[http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=62176 "Faktion Parts Ways with Roadrunner Records" news item]</ref> They are said to be working on new material with the anticipation of releasing a new album in 2007. |
Just eight months after their album was released, the band announced they had parted ways with Roadrunner.<ref name="rrr2">[http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=62176 "Faktion Parts Ways with Roadrunner Records" news item]</ref> They are said to be working on new material with the anticipation of releasing a new album in 2007. |
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The band independently released a five track [[b-side]] disc on [[March 20]], [[2007]]. |
The band independently released a five track [[b-side]] disc on [[March 20]], [[2007]]. On [[May 3]], 2007, the band announced Gibbs' departure to pursue other opportunities. The band expected to announce his replacement in late summer. |
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May 3, 2007 the band announced that their lead singer, Ryan Gibbs, would be leaving the band to pursue other opportunities. The band will cancel their 2007 summer tour in order to look for another lead singer. |
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July 7, 2007 the band announced via myspace that they had recruited their new singer but have yet to release who it is. The summer tour is still off however as they would prefer their new singer be 110% |
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==Members== |
==Members== |
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Faktion are a five-piece alternative rock/hard rock music group from Denton, Texas.
History
Faktion formed in 2002 as a four-piece group after the band members met at the University of North Texas. Originally, guitarist Marshal Dutton was the band's vocalist, but frontman Ryan Gibbs was recruited and the band became a five-piece group.
In 2004, the band independently recorded and released an EP titled Make a Dent. In October of 2004, the band signed a record deal with Roadrunner Records.[1] Their self titled debut album Faktion was produced by Brett Hestla (Dark New Day) & Justin Thomas, and was recorded at Gridlock Studios in Orlando, Florida. The album was released on March 21, 2006.
Just eight months after their album was released, the band announced they had parted ways with Roadrunner.[2] They are said to be working on new material with the anticipation of releasing a new album in 2007.
The band independently released a five track b-side disc on March 20, 2007. On May 3, 2007, the band announced Gibbs' departure to pursue other opportunities. The band expected to announce his replacement in late summer.
Members
- Marshal Dutton – Guitar
- Josh Franklin – Guitar
- Jeremy Coan – Bass
- Jeremy Moore – Drums
Former Members
- Ryan Gibbs – Vocals
Discography
Albums
| Album Cover | Date of Release | Title | Label | US Chart Peak | US sales |
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Mar 21, 2006 | Faktion | Roadrunner | #12 (Top Heatseekers) | - |
Singles
| Year | Song | US Hot 100 | U.S. Modern Rock | U.S. Mainstream Rock | Album |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | "Take It All Away" | - | - | 29 | Faktion |