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The Understatement are five ordinary guys from the Western Suburbs of Sydney. Since forming in 2007, the band has played as many shows as they possibly can (including festivals such as Black Stump, Big Exo Day & Easterfest) and have made many new fans along the way. Influenced by artist such as Underoath, Emery, Saosin, Anberlin, Haste the Day & August Burns Red, The Understatement combine heavy guitar riffs, epic soaring vocal melodies & an abundance of harmonies to create their own unique blend of heavy alternative rock. In 2008 the band recorded and independently released their debut EP titled “So Blind” which has received much positive feedback. At the end of 2009 the band took an extended break to re-direct goals and write new material. After a minor lineup change The Understatement are back on the scene with new management & a professional attitude. Having released their second EP in November 2010 titled “Violent Words with Violent Ends” which was recorded at Electric Sun