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Band Timeline

1998

Formation of Further Seems Forever

Further Seems Forever was formed in 1998 in Pompano Beach, Florida, following the breakup of the Christian hardcore band Strongarm. The founding members included guitarists Josh Colbert and Nick Dominguez, bassist Chad Neptune, and drummer Steve Kleisath. They recruited vocalist Chris Carrabba from Vacant Andys and Red Letter Day. This new band quickly became associated with the emo genre, releasing their first song "Vengeance Factor" on a compilation that helped establish their style and identity.
2000

Chris Carrabba's Departure and Focus on Dashboard Confessional

By 2000, Chris Carrabba, the original lead vocalist, began focusing on his solo project Dashboard Confessional. He recorded The Swiss Army Romance as a solo release, which he felt was too personal to fit Further Seems Forever. The band faced challenges due to Nick Dominguez’s family commitments limiting touring. After a solo tour in August 2000, Carrabba officially left the group to dedicate himself completely to Dashboard Confessional. Despite this, relations stayed amicable, and Carrabba briefly returned to record their debut album The Moon Is Down.
2001

Release of Debut Album The Moon Is Down

In 2001, Further Seems Forever released their debut studio album, The Moon Is Down, on Tooth & Nail Records. This album featured the original vocalist Chris Carrabba, marking a milestone in the band's career. Despite Carrabba's departure for Dashboard Confessional, their relationship allowed the band to open for Dashboard on several tours, helping increase their exposure in the emo and indie rock scenes. The album helped cement the band's initial fan base and identity within their genre.
2001

Jason Gleason Joins as Lead Vocalist

After Chris Carrabba's departure, the band recruited Jason Gleason from the band Affinity as their new lead vocalist. Gleason contributed to re-recording some tracks and became the voice for their next studio album. The band also participated in tribute and compilation albums during this period, helping to maintain their visibility in the alternative rock scene despite the lineup change.
2003

Release of Second Album How to Start a Fire

In 2003, Further Seems Forever released their second studio album, How to Start a Fire, featuring Jason Gleason as the lead vocalist. This marked a significant change in the band's sound and presentation due to the new frontman. The album further established their presence in the emo and indie rock genres. However, Gleason left the band the following year, leading to yet another lineup change for the vocalist position.
2004

Jon Bunch Joins and Release of Hide Nothing

Following Jason Gleason's departure in 2004, Jon Bunch, formerly of Sense Field, joined Further Seems Forever as their new lead vocalist. With Bunch, the band released their third studio album Hide Nothing in the same year. This album continued to showcase their style evolving within the indie and emo rock genres. The addition of Jon Bunch maintained the band’s momentum despite the earlier frequent changes at the vocalist position.
2006

Band Breakup

Further Seems Forever disbanded in 2006 after eight years of activity marked by lineup changes and a growing but tumultuous career. Their breakup ended the initial run of the band, which had established itself within the emo and indie rock scenes during the early 2000s, leaving a legacy with three studio albums and a dedicated fan base.
2010

Reunion with Original Vocalist Chris Carrabba

Four years after disbanding, Further Seems Forever reunited in 2010, bringing back the original lead vocalist Chris Carrabba. This reunion generated excitement among fans who appreciated the original lineup's chemistry and sound. The reformation of the band marked a new chapter and the promise of new music and performances that reflected their roots and evolution.
2012

Release of Fourth Album Penny Black

In 2012, Further Seems Forever released their fourth studio album, Penny Black, with Chris Carrabba returning as lead vocalist. This album marked the band's return to recording after their reunion and was a significant moment in their ongoing career. Penny Black demonstrated a matured sound and reinforced their place within the indie and emo rock scenes while connecting with both longtime fans and new listeners.

Albums

further-seems-forever_1st_album
The Moon Is Down
10 tracks
2001
further-seems-forever_2nd_album
How to Start a Fire
10 tracks
2003
further-seems-forever_3rd_album
Hide Nothing
13 tracks
2004
further-seems-forever_4th_album
Penny Black
12 tracks
2012
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Members

Current

Name
Begin
Occupation

Steve Kleisath

N/A

Chad Neptune

N/A

Gene Francis

N/A

Lead vocals

Derick Cordoba

N/A

Josh Colbert

N/A

History

Name
Begin
End
Occupation

Jason Gleason

2001
2004

Lead vocals

Thomas Rankine

2005
2005

Electric bass guitar

Chris Carrabba

N/A
2000

Lead vocals

Jon Bunch

2004
2016

Nick Dominguez

N/A
2003

Story of Further Seems Forever

Further Seems Forever: A Rock Band's Rollercoaster Ride

Further Seems Forever, hailing from Pompano Beach, Florida, burst onto the scene in 1998. Their initial eight years were a whirlwind of lineup changes, with each of their first three albums featuring a different lead vocalist.

The band's journey began with Chris Carrabba, whose emo-tinged vocals graced their debut album, "The Moon Is Down" (2001). However, Carrabba soon departed to form Dashboard Confessional, leaving a void filled by Jason Gleason for their sophomore release, "How to Start a Fire" (2003). Gleason's tenure proved short-lived, and he was replaced by Jon Bunch, formerly of Sense Field, who fronted their third album, "Hide Nothing" (2004).

The band called it quits in 2006, but four years later, they reunited, with Carrabba back on vocal duties. Their fourth album, "Penny Black," released in 2012, marked a return to their roots.

While often categorized as indie rock and closely associated with the emo genre, Further Seems Forever's sound also drew connections to Christian rock. This association stemmed from the members' faith, recurring Christian themes in their lyrics, their affiliation with Tooth & Nail Records, and their appearances at Christian festivals like Cornerstone and Furnace Fest. However, the band maintained that they weren't a strictly Christian act, but rather a rock band with Christian members.

Further Seems Forever's story is a testament to the enduring power of music and the ever-evolving dynamics of a band's journey. Through lineup changes, stylistic shifts, and genre classifications, their music continues to resonate with listeners, leaving a lasting impact on the rock scene.

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