BIOGRAPHY

“To be in a state of negation is to negate everything that man has invented, to negate all his values, ethics and gods, it is to be in a state of mind in which there is no duality, therefore no resistance or conflict between opposites. In this state there are no opposites, and this state is not the opposite of something else.”
- J. Krishnamurti -

State Of Negation is the 5-headed metal-machine from the city of Haarlem, The Netherlands, founded in 2010.
Having played at least 80 shows, 3 festivals (Beeckestijn Pop, Occultfest & Strudelfest), a well-viewed music video titled “Corruption”, winning the Dutch National Metal Battle 2011 and the regional contest “IJmond Popprijs”, they have managed to leave great impression on both young and old audiences.

In 2012, State Of Negation has made big leap forwards in their career by doing support for the great SUICIDE SILENCE (US) in Het Patronaat, Haarlem. After 2 succesful years with lots of live shows it was time to release a debut EP. And so they did: on 01-02-2013 State Of Negation released their first and self-produced EP titled “PROJECT PAYBACK”, signalling the start of their career on recorded format.

Influenced by modern metalbands (e.a. Lamb Of God, Trivium & Machine Head) the band has had only one purpose since it’s founding: Pounding modern metal with a simple & straightforward approach, catchy and accessible without sacrificing impact! Lyrics are mostly based on personal experiences, religion and a bit of political displeasure.
State Of Negation plays their shows with lots of energy, a serious mindset and lots of fun!

Among others, State Of Negation has shared the stage with:

The Charm The Fury - Ethereal - Suicide Silence - 3rd Machine - Purest Of Pain - Divine Sins - Illucinoma - Onslaught. 

Highlights:
- Music video “Corruption” on YouTube with 4000+ views - Winners IJmond Popmusic Prize 2011
- Winners Dutch National Metal Battle 2011: Jury Prize & Audience Prize 2011
- Supporting SUICIDE SILENCE (US) in Patronaat, Haarlem
- Growing live-show experience: 100+ live shows since 2010
- Showcase Altersonic at Eurosonic 2011 in Groningen, The Netherlands

For (International) bookings contact:

Mike Cress
[email protected] // 0031 (0) 6 319 15 786

Management:
Tristan Jacobs
[email protected] // 0031 (0) 6 41 53 80 00

State Of Negation is:
Casper Leijen - Vocals
Tristan Jacobs - Lead Guitars & Management
Pim Nijssen - Rhythm Guitars
Mike Van Bekkum - Bass
Mike De Vries - Drums