Ask anyone about San Diego, CA and they will either tell you about Jurassic Park 2: The Lost World or about the city’s proximity to the Mexican border. Very soon, however, people will add a third bullet to the list: Alternative-rock group Goodnight Caulfield.

The group was founded by guitarist/vocalist Adam Cuadra and lead guitarist Joey Meza, best friends since high school, in late 2006. They enlisted the aid of drummer Matt Clemens who wowed them with an ear-shattering drum solo, and newest member Nikolai.

The band name is a reference to Holden Caulfield of the best-selling novel The Catcher in the Rye. The band is bidding adieu to Caulfield’s style of rebellious pessimism and negativity in order to welcome something more positive.

The group released their self-titled debut EP in early 2008. It was a showcase Alternative/Emo Rock similar to Anberlin, Armor for Sleep and Paramore, which is no surprise as the members cite them as strong influences. Like their contemporaries, their music is highly energetic and upbeat with positive, forward-thinking lyrics to match.

“I believe our music paints a real picture of life situations,” says Cuadra. “Our message is be yourself. Life has its up’s and down’s so focus on what you are passionate about and go for it.”

Goodnight Caulfield is currently putting the finishing touches on its debut full-length album, The Masquerade which is set to be released January 3rd, 2009.


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