Tempered Mental comprises singer/bassist Melina, drummer Jimmy and Zack, a session guitarist.

Formed in February 2002, the band's music is described as "radio-friendly progressive rock with dark overtones".

Its unique sound is a combination of precise, rhytmic drumming, hard-edged guitar licks, and fluid liquid basslines, completed by Melina's melodic vocals.

The band's debut single, Honestly launched on April 15, 2004 at The Jazz Bar, Orange perfectly encapsulates their sound propelled by inventive guitar work, an intricate bass line and a smooth vocal delivery.

The band has four other original numbers namely, Your Ingenue, Pure, All Bad Things and Mistrial making their rounds among fans.

Tempered Mental counts among its influences The Smashing Pumpkins, Tool, The Roots, A Perfect Circle, Creed and Stone Temple Pilots, to name a few.

Contact: Jimmy Tan at - 012-9149380, email: temperedmentalAThotmailDOTcom or visit their website www.temperedmental.com

Catch them at Backyard on Thursday, Nov 17, 9pm.

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