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Budian is a four piece band from San Antonio. Unorthodox timing and ethereal vocals are Budian's trademark. Formed in 2003, Budian wrote music and performed publicy until 2005, when the band stopped playing publicy to focus on other pursuits. However, the writing never stopped. In 2008, with the addition of a new bass player and guitarist, Budian returned to public life, playing their first show in 3 years. September 2009 saw the release of their first full length album, entitled "The Beast".
Budian is:
Janiene Bishop has been playing music seriously since grade school, when she began playing the violin. More than 15 years later, she's still playing (and teaching) the violin.
Budian was actually formed when Janiene began writing songs in the summer of 2003 and decided they should be performed. It was a good decision.
Janiene sings, plays the keyboard and the guitar.
Scott Andreu, a long time friend of the band, joined Budian in 2008.
Scott has been heavily involved in music since the late 90's, whether it's been uncovering new sounds, volunteering at the Vera Project in Seattle, shooting show photos for magazines, organizing and promoting shows, or playing in a band, Scott's done it.
Scott plays the bass and sings backup.
Stephen Andreu is the newest member of Budian, but we try not to remind him.
That being said, Stephen played bass in several bands including Your Greatest Mistake (now The Hot Suns), before joining Budian. But he also played the guitar while living in Seattle, performing mostly solo acoustic sets.
Stephen plays the guitar.
Joshua D. Bishop began playing the drums nearly 10 years ago. The first band he played in was JBOT, which he started with three other friends.
Besides playing the drums, Josh's other musical interest is recording. Recording nearly as long as he's been playing the drums, Budian's "The Beast" is the culmination of his efforts; Josh recorded, mixed, and mastered the entire album.
Josh plays the drums.