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Degrees of Separation’s fusion of alternative and Queen-influenced rock experimentation; a serving for the curious of the new outlook on modern rock. Crafted by Vocalist/Guitarist Markus Saastamoinen who founded the band in 2007, along with drumming powerhouse Beau Karnaghan, in 2008 the band began playing shows supporting the likes of Noiseworks and Choirboys. By mid '08, world-renowned record producer Mark Opitz (AC/DC, INXS, The Angels, Rose Tattoo, John Paul Young amongst others) began monitoring and mentoring Degrees of Separation. From this point, the band went on to play shows alongside Shihad and Shannon Noll. Fast forward to 2015 and Degrees of Separation released their new album entitled 'Beautiful Agony'. The release of the album saw the addition of Simon Best on Bass Guitar and David Jones on Lead Guitar/Backing Vocals., completing this powerful line-up. The bands influences range from Queen, Muse, Van Halen, INXS, Dream Theater and U2. Divergent worlds of music genres