Members:
Graham Vinson - guitar / vocals

Jeromy Simonoff - bass / vocals 

Lawson Smith - drums / percussion

Paulie David Laughlin - vocals

​

Description: 

Imagine rock and punk riffs mixed with a little funk, bouncing groove and moving melodies. The Gentlemen sound brings to mind bands like Queens of the Stone Age, Helmet, Soulfly, Faith No More, Pantera, and Hed (PE), sprinkled with a local flavor influenced by the Deftones and WillHaven. As a band, Gentlemen of Tragedy writes and performs with energy and emotion, staples of the 916 sound; a heavy independent underground that incorporates the diversity of the Sacramento local music scene (rock, punk, hip hop, reggae, and funk have a rich culture in the region) while giving way to soulful hooks and melodies that catch your attention. For over 7 years fans continue to show support and appreciation for their engaging stage presence as much as the actual music. There's no denying they love connecting with their audiences and providing an entertaining experience. 

​

Direction: 

The Gentlemen have parlayed the positive response of their first 2 albums into 5 years of consistent gigging around Northern California and the PNW, headlining some great local shows and festivals while supporting 
national touring acts such as DRI, Soulfly and Hed P.E. The introduction of Lawson Smith on drums and percussion late 2023 brought fresh inspiration and with it, a new EP produced in conjunction with SacraMetal records. With a release date expected soon, the Gentlemen are looking forward to a busy 2025! ​