Tangerine is a national touring independent 5 piece alternative rock band based out of Pittsburgh, PA. Tangerine was established in 2000 by singer/songwriter Tony Matz however did not began to perform live until after they released their debut EP in June of 2002.

With singer Tony Matz's unique baritone-bass vocal approach, the debut EP received wide acclaimed by such publications as Music Connection Magazine whom included the EP as "One of the top 25 U.S. Demo releases of 2002" in their Year In Review issue.

After numorous tours through out North America, Tangerine released their first full length album entitled Songs For The Now And Others Forever in September of 2004. This self produced album was mastered by the legendary mastering engineer Bob Ludwig and featured nine original songs as well as a cover version of The Stone Roses song "I Wanna Be Adored."
Songs For The Now And Others Forever was released on the Independent record label Vochella Records and has received rave reviews in such printed publications as the Sentimentalist Magazine.

In 2008, Tangerine released a single of The Sisters Of Mercy classic "Lucretia My Reflection" and made it available for Digital Download only. This single also features Peter Guellard (one time member of Electric Hellfire Club) as co-producer.

Tangerine is currently in the studio recording a new album and continues to tour regularly.

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BAND MEMBERS:
Tony Matz - Vocals & guitar
Deanna Dean - Bass & vocals
Tina Bolin - Keyboards & vocals
JJ Mason - guitar & vocals
Nick Tolkacevic - Drums
Tony DiPardo - honorary member

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"This foursome's frosty alternative rock vibe is characterized by diffused melodies and the simultaneously soothing and angsty Nick Drakeish tones of singer Tony Matz. "24 Miles" is a meandering shoe-gazer. Changes is more of the same. But "Elastic World" spikes the set with a quicker pace and chiming pop-rock guitars. There's no question that Tangerine has an allure about them."
- Music Connection Magazine (2002 -- review of Tangerine's debut EP)



"Blending lush dream pop (The Church) with sensitive balladry (Paul Westerberg), the Pittsburgh foursome triumph with their self-released six-song CD, creating addictive, moody landscapes underneath singer Tony Matz's gravely, emotive vocals. "
- Pork Tartare


"Tangerine has all the aspects needed in an industry torn between musical credibility and commercial viability"
- M Times


"Tangerine has been able to achieve, in just one year, what seems to take most bands a good part of a lifetime."
- Empire Magazine


"Tangerine has been a musical powerhouse as of lately. They combine mellow harmonies with edgy and powerful lyrics. Their live shows will leave you wanting more every time"
- PittMusic.com

2002 HIGH HONORS
"How does a band come from seemingly nowhere to produce music that is incredibly good? The members of Tangerine practiced in seclusion for nearly a year before coming out fully formed. Comparisons to Pink Floyd and the Church are valid, yet only begin to describe this talented band's guitar-oriented, melodic sound. Definitely the musical surprise of the year"
- Tribune-Review