Album: ‘Spread the Rumors’
Why They’re About to Pop: This pop rock five-piece gives Jersey a good name. After playing local venues for several years, Socratic put out their first EP, ‘It’s Getting Late,’ in 2002. They built a solid fanbase and generated buzz on the indie circuit, eventually signing with Drive-Thru Records just two years later. Their debut full-length, ‘Lunch for the Sky,’ garnered Duane Okun (vocals/guitar), Kevin Bryan (guitar/vocals), Vincent D’Amico (keys), Thomas Stratton (drums) and Louis Panico (bass) much deserved accolades. Now, the band has just released their second LP, ‘Spread the Rumors,’ produced by Blink-182/+44’s Mark Hoppus, and featuring their insanely catchy first single, ‘Boy in a Magazine.’ Socratic is currently on tour with Bedlight for Blue Eyes through July 24.
Download a free mp3 of ‘Boy in a Magazine’ by Socratic
Three Questions with lead singer Duane Okun:
What inspired the songs on your record?
Everyone and everything influenced ‘Spread the Rumors.’ It’s definitely a culmination of more things than I could possibly begin to list. Every member of Socratic brings in different tastes, ideas and experiences all across the board. The songs are a complete reflection of where we were at that point in time and what, if anything, we learned from it.
What’s your favorite song on the record?
It’s kind of like choosing your favorite kid, isn’t it? Tough question. Right now I’d have to say my favorite song is ‘Another Headache.’ The lyrics are beautiful and the tone of the song is perfect.
If you could have any musician’s career other than your own, whose would it be?
Any musician who’s able to successfully balance life at home and life on the road is someone I completely envy and hold the utmost respect for. Being away is a lot harder than it looks. It’s not all fun and games. If anyone has figured it out, please let the rest of us know.

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