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Date	Event	Location
Friday, June 5 @ 7:30PM Fri, Jun 5 @ 7:30PM	Empire Grade, Supernaut Vessel Creative Space, Santa Cruz, CA	Vessel Creative Space, Santa Cruz, CA
Thursday, July 9 @ 8:00PM Thu, Jul 9 @ 8:00PM	Empire Grade The Crepe Place, Santa Cruz, CA	The Crepe Place, Santa Cruz, CA
Friday, August 7 @ 8:00PM Fri, Aug 7 @ 8:00PM	Empire Grade The Crepe Place, Santa Cruz, CA	The Crepe Place, Santa Cruz, CA

Latest Track

Our latest single - Get Out of the Way - Available for free with email signup

Get Out of the Way (Demo)

Empire Grade

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Get Out of the Way (Demo) 3:31
Get Out of the Way (Demo)
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Power Trippin 3:23
Power Trippin
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About

EMPIRE GRADE

Groovy hard rock from Santa Cruz, ca

Beginning in early 2025, Empire Grade is a four-piece rock band from Santa Cruz, CA. Blending different eras and genres of rock together, Empire Grade's style is both reminiscent and fresh.

The group originated with rhythm section William Crick (drums) and Neville Gruhler (bass). They met guitarist and pianist Nick Sax, set up a jam, and had instant musical chemistry. The three musicians immediately set about arranging and writing songs and playing shows across Santa Cruz.

The band played as a three-piece until meeting vocalist Charlie Vail. Charlie's first session with the band made one thing apparent: Vail was here to stay.

The band has become a reputable Santa Cruz band, organized a SoCal tour, and released two singles. They are currently working on their debut album which will be released in late 2026.