Callista

Screamo / Alternative / PostHardcore

http://www.myspace.com/callistaband

- Owen Hanson Bass
- Thomas Ruffie Guitar
- James Croxford Guitar
- Joey Young Drums
- Matt Burrowes Vocals
- Timmy Reeve Vocals


Callista is an emerging band that took the Auckland underground scene by surprise. Not merely by the consistently high calibre of their material, which showcases their genre-defying style, but by their explosive energetic stage presence. Collaborating a range of different styles, from fierce breakdowns to memorable choruses. Song compositions are technical and well thought out, with strong vocals to top off their sound. Although the band do not take themselves too seriously, they do bring forth thought-provoking lyrics straying from the clichéd emo dribble. Having only played their first show in May 2006, Callista have already gained a lot of ground. They have a fast growing fanbase, which has been fueled by opening for international acts like Blindside and being selected to play at the Auckland Taste of Chaos. The band are constantly pushing themselves and have an unmatched stage presence live, not to be missed.