They are one of many bands to be commonly associated with the California-based eclectic indie band Estradasphere.
American Tsugaru-jamisen player and guitarist Kevin Kmetz leads a rock band called God of Shamisen, which is based in Santa Cruz, California, and also plays the instrument with the band Estradasphere.
Timb Harris is a violinist, best known for his work with the eclectic Santa Cruz-based band Estradasphere (Violin, Trumpet, Mandolin, Guitar, Vocals).