Averi was founded in 1998 on the campus of Suffolk University in Boston, MA by Matt Lydon and Michael Currier. After inviting local Singer/Songwriter Chad Perrone into the group, Averi was born. At Wits End was the band's debut EP. Featuring 5 funk and sax heavy tunes, At Wits End became very popular within the local scene and helped the band gain support from producer Mike Denneen for their debut LP, Direction of Motion. With the addition of Chris Tilden and Stuart Berk, Direction of Motion had a distinctive pop sound. The album sold thousands of copies without any label representation. The band went out on the road in support of the album playing colleges up and down the east coast of the US and numerous clubs around Boston.
2003 saw Averi's first headline appearance at the Paradise Rock Club. Since then, Averi has played several sold out shows a year at the Paradise. Over the next 2 years, Averi supported bands such as Gavin DeGraw, Guster, Barenaked Ladies and the Goo Goo Dolls. The end of 2003 saw the addition of external management and a booking agency.
2005 brought a new album, new producer, management changes and the departure of Chad Perrone to be replaced by Mike Golarz. Drawn To Revolving Doors was recorded over the autumn and winter of 2004 and was produced by Scott Riebling. The sound of the record was more rock then Direction of Motion, the distinctive writing style of Perrone was evident. Sold out shows in Boston, New York, Portland, Providence and Manchester followed the release of the album. Constant touring followed through the summer and into the fall of 2005. In October of 2005, the band announced a headlining show at Avalon Club in Boston. Shortly after this, it was announced that Chad Perrone was leaving the band.
A few weeks following the announcement, Mike Golarz was named the new lead singer. Touring began again in early 2006, and many of the popular earlier tunes continued to be played.
The band announced in the spring of 2006 a new record with Scott Riebling producing. Songs will be written by all members.
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1999: At Wits End
2001: Direction of Motion
2003: Averi Live @ The Paradise Rock Club
2005: Averi Live @ The Avalon
2005: Drawn To Revolving Doors
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