Formed in 1999 by vocalist Jason Arnold (ShyBoy) and pianist Mark Nubar Donikian as a studio project that merged Arnold’s electronica/metal influences with Nubar’s pop friendly piano style, today Hypnogaja is a rock outfit amassing fans across the country due to their unique and diverse sound. Their new album, Below Sunset, is adrenaline rock with a soft side. The pop hooks and electronic flourishes add depth to a grunge palette, which dives into themes of alienation and political discontent.


Was there a conceptual theme to Below Sunset?

Mark: In a way it’s become a concept album because the listener goes on a journey from start to finish. Even the title Below Sunset refers to a couple different things. Almost like being “below sunset” in darkness, and also “below sunset” as in Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles: the above Sunset “bling bling” where everyone’s super rich and then all the rest of us in the trenches, below Sunset. Ironically, I live above Sunset, but not in a very good neighborhood, like in a matter of inches.


Press Info

"Enthralling, first-rate modern rock." -OUTBURN

"Great energy, depth and talent." -BEHIND THE BEAT

"Pushes boundaries." -DENVER POST

Hypnogaja's commitment to making honest, lasting music is evident in its rich history and constant evolution. Fueled by lyrically compelling songs, dynamic arrangements and soaring, melodic vocals, the Los Angeles based quintet has toured the U.S. extensively, sharing stages with the likes of 311, Shinedown and Cold, among others. Their music has been featured in hit films and TV shows such as NBC's Las Vegas, FX's Dirt, CW's America's Next Top Model and many more. Below Sunset, the band's latest studio album ranges in style from bracing rock to quiet piano ballads with a thread of symphonic elements and atmospheric electronics inherent throughout.

Upcoming U.S. Tour Dates

May 2, 2007 Club Vegas Salt Lake City, UT
May 3, 2007 Eagles Lodge Casper, WY
May 4, 2007 The Zebra Bozeman, MT
May 5, 2007 FOE Building Billings, MT
May 8, 2007 The Lava Lounge Sioux Falls, SD
May 12, 2007 Tops & Tails Creve Couer, IL
May 13, 2007 Scanlan's Rockford, IL
May 18, 2007 TNT's Clinton Township, MI
May 19, 2007 The Arlington Bay City, MI
May 20, 2007 Mac's Bar Lansing, MI
May 24, 2007 Outland Columbus, OH
May 25, 2007 McGuffy's Dayton, OH
May 26, 2007 Harry's Hideaway Lima, OH
May 27, 2007 The Groundsphere Allegan, MI
Jun 1, 2007 JC's House of Rock Wichita, KS

For more information on Hypnogaja, please visit the following websites:

http://www.hypnogaja.com Official Website

http://www.myspace.com/hypnogaja MySpace

http://www.sonicbids.com/hypnogaja Electronic Press Kit

http://www.apple.com/pro/profiles/hypnogaja/index.html Apple.com Feature Story

Thanks to Union State Records!