The Solar System is a Psychedelic/Progressive rock band from Warren, MI composed of singer and guitarist Chris Oliver, bassist Brian Arvo, and drummer Daniel Vought.

Beginning as a side project with Chris Oliver in 2002 The Solar System started off as a recording effort as well as a learning tool to explore sound and various production elements.  Driven by a lifelong obsession with sound the multi-instrumentalist began experimenting with various instruments as well as production and recording methods that would create a sensory experience all its own.  Armed with a sonic mix of antiquated and cutting edge recording techniques, as well as a fearless approach, Chris would forge ahead with The Solar System releasing a staggering 20 self produced records all the while piloting his proper band “Cody Stagefright” to local stardom.  Upon the dissolution of Cody Stagefright, Chris decided it was time to bring The Solar System to the masses.  For this he recruited old friends and former band mates Brian Arvo on bass, and Daniel Vought on Drums. Accomplished musicians in their own right Brian and Dan brought their unique styles and abilities to expand on and synthesize the ever evolving sound that is The Solar System. The Three instantly turned a one man side project into a 3 piece power house with a progressive/experimental sound unheard of.  The three create a soulful psychedelic experience. Both light and dark simultaneously, with moments of funk as seen in the song “Purple Drank,” to the full on prog eargasm that is "Lost Machines." The band has a sound, spirit, and energy that, like a mighty pulsar star, radiates.  Welcome to The Solar System!

THE BAND

Chris Oliver (vocals, guitar, drums) - Fired up and ready to go Chris was amped to get out of the womb and start rocking. A self taught musician, Chris began playing drums at age three and began recording at age 14.  His unique sound may be a result of his unique style… or vice versa. Playing guitar with his non-dominate hand Chris lays instruments on his lap and creates a noise as unique as his approach.

Brian Arvo (bass, vocals) – Being a self taught musician Brian gravitates towards sounds, no matter how popular or obscure, that suits his tastes and incorporates it into his style.  He's an amalgam of techniques borrowed from such great bassists as Roger Waters, Cliff Burton, Geddy Lee, and Les Claypool. If the band were a loaf of bread Brian would be the yeast. Make it rise, son!

Daniel Vaught (drums, guitar, vocals) – A multi-instrumentalist and all around musical bad ass Daniel has been writing and performing enough to fill a lifetime in 25 years. Sitting behind the kit Daniel feels right at home and is able to seamlessly weave in his complex rhythms into the aural, spacey elements of the group to create a cacophony/euphony of sound that will keep your senses on edge. Just tons of good stuff coming from this direction.

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If you haven't figured it out by now, Musicians are broke and rarely make any money from their music anymore. If you dig the band, feel free to throw us a dollar or hundred. All money will go towards pressing of future releases, more t-shirts, We'd like to get a projector for future live shows etc etc. Thank you and we wish you all a GREAT SONG!