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ILLUNIS "Like new wine aged in old oak."

BIO

As the saying goes, "Like a fine wine aged in an old oak barrel," the music of Los Angeles rock band illunis possesses a unique and captivating quality that seamlessly blends the fresh with the nostalgic. With their diverse range of genres, illunis delivers a sound that keeps audiences moving and craving more. Their track record speaks volumes, having opened for the renowned 5.6.7.8's and Billy Bob Thornton's The Boxmasters. In addition, their exceptional talent and artistry have secured them a triumphant victory in the inaugural Valley Cultural Battle of the Bands.

Illunis thrives as a solo endeavor, with the heart and soul of singer/songwriter Ali Valentine. With deep roots in Los Angeles, illunis has headlined at renowned venues such as the Troubadour, Whisky A Go Go, Hotel Café, and more. Their impressive achievement of over 300,000 Spotify streams has not only solidified their musical prowess but has also resonated with diverse businesses and organizations across the city, including Goorin Bros, Terranea Resort, Crowne Plaza, Beachlife Festival, LA Kings, Valley Cultural Foundation, and others. With their undeniable talent, captivating performances, and growing popularity, illunis stands poised to make a lasting impact in the music industry. Their ability to captivate diverse audiences and leave a lasting impression makes them an exciting prospect worth considering.

PRESS

  • "Illunis is truly original. From soaring vocals to non-traditional instrumentation, their live shows are great to watch and their songs are easy to love. Think Mumford And Son's meets Johnny Cash, if Johnny had been an operatic tenor and smiled more. Illunis crosses lots of categories and conjures lots of memories, but delivers something fresh and fun you'll want to be a part of." - Next Big Band
  • “As an observer of illunis, it is obvious that this is a band focused on their craft writing great songs that connect with the audience, and also a group focused on supporting one another. In every great band these elements are key and enable them to reach farther than their peers. This is a band capable of delivering an intriguing performance of their own work, or swinging in another direction when interpreting someone else's work through their own artistic lens. On top of it all, they are kind humble beings which add to their appeal." - The Sunday Night Revue
  • "This band is amazing. They are very professional and each member has a great attitude. They sound amazing!” - Valley Cultural Foundation
  • “The unique sound of illunis has been praised by customers new and old. We’ve enjoyed watching illunis build a following, and frequently get calls inquiring when their next performance will be.” - HT Grill
  • "We loved having them play at our Bluelace Maker’s Market. They are very talented and created a fun atmosphere for everyone!" - Bluelace Maker's Market
  • "Super professional guys, I love their sound and the vibe they bring. I’m thrilled to be able to have them play at our establishment." - Tavern on Main

MUSIC

  • In 2022, illunis completed production on their 3 song EP "Detour" at Total Access Recording.
  • '"Detour" was produced by Steve Ornest. (Guns N’ Roses • No Doubt • Sublime • Foreigner • Van Morrison • Duran Duran • Black Flag • Dio • Dokken • Supertramp)
  • '"Detour" was mastered at Sterling Sound by American mastering engineer Chris Gehringer. (Leon Bridges • Harry Styles • 5 Seconds of Summer • Glass Animals • Dua Lipa • Lana Del Ray)
  • Their dynamnic tracks "Planes, Trains & Automobiles" and "Midnight" have garnered immense recognition and have been featured by prominent DJs on The SoCal Sound. (KCSN 88.5 FM)
  • In 2023, illunis accomplished a significant milestone by completing their highly anticipated second EP titled "Midnight," produced and recorded by Wyn Davis and Steve Ornest at Total Access Recording. Midnight was further enhanced by the skilled mastering of the renowned Ted Jensen. (Eagles - Hotel California • Green Day - American Idiot • The Rolling Stones - Some Girl • Guns N' Roses - Appetite for Destruction • Kaleo - I Want More/Break My Baby)

SPOTIFY

  • Their music has been played in over sixteen countries and 50 cities, with 300,000+ streams on Spotify alone.

PAST SHOWS

  • The Troubadour
  • The Hotel Café
  • NAAM Show (2023)
  • The Whisky A Go-Go
  • The Viper Room
  • Sofar Sounds (Los Angeles)
  • The Mint
  • The Madrid Theatre
  • Warner Center Park (Warner Ranch Park)
  • Sassafras Saloon
  • Idle Hour
  • Pedalers Fork
  • 626 Night Market
  • Pali Wine Co.
  • Formosa Café
  • The Kaleidoscope Art & Music Festival
  • Museum of Ventura County
  • Museum of Ventura County’s Agriculture Museum
  • Terranea Resort (Rancho Palos Verdes)
  • Crowne Plaza Hotel Ventura Beach
  • The Six (Ventura)
  • Cooper's BBQ (Texas)
  • Brouwerij West (PopFuji)
  • Maui Sugar Mill Saloon
  • Pedals & Pints Brewing Co.
  • Brightspark Brewing
  • Leashless Brewing
  • Beachwood Brewery
  • Los Angeles Ale Works
  • Urban Press Winery
  • Nabu Wines
  • Poseidon Brewing Co.
  • Flying Embers
  • H.T. Grill (Redondo Beach)
  • Rockefellers (Redondo Beach)
  • Chase's La Verne
  • Canyon Crest Winery (Riverside)
  • Winchester's Saloon (Ventura)
  • Black Angus (Ventura)
  • Twist on Main
  • Continental Room (Fullerton)
  • Old Towne Pub (Pasadena)
  • Redwood Bar and Grill
  • Tuning Fork (Studio City)

PARTNERS

  • Goorin Bros.
  • Empire Ears
  • Ghostfire Audio
  • Beachlife Festival
  • LA Kings
  • Redondo Beach Police Foundation
  • Total Access Recordings
  • Valley Cultural Foundation
  • Rotary Club of Simi Valley
  • Topa Topa Brewing Company
Planes, Trains & Automobiles
I Wan'na Be Like You (The Jungle Book)
Viper Room Single Release Show