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Hello, Jonathan plays guitar in the band Craft Sticks. He enjoys long romantic movies starring Julia Roberts. I like to wear beanies, and I have a whole collection of beanie babies. Jona moves his fingers when he plays. I enjoy hop-scotch and saying hello to people/strangers that my name is Jonathan (Jona). Shouts Outs go to Derek Lanahan. Im punk because I wear shirts and pants. I have a Gibson les paul.

Thank You XOXOXOXO

your name here ___________

Jonathan (Jona)

Hello my name is spelled R-O-D. He (Rod) plays bass for the band called Craft Sticks. He (Rod) is a Bald Tibetin Monk. His (Rod) stage name is "Hairy Gluts".

I (Rod) like long romantic walks on the sidewalk with the ants. I (Rod) move my lips when I play.The band (Craft Sticks) is not a Kraft cheese product.

Thank You Rod a.k.a. "Hairy Gluts"

Craft Sticks is a garage-punk rock band with an unimpedible style of performing. Based in Stockton, CA, the band has been together for over a year and a half . They're made up of Jonathan Ramirez (age 16) on lead guitar/Vocals, Rod Richenberg (age 16) on bass/Vocals, Tim Montalban (age 17) on drums, and Rikki Bernado (age 16).

Their music reflects their individual influences and the local punk rock scene in general. Craft Sticks writes and performs their own original songs, composed of the band's feelings, thoughts, and experiences. They also have some political songs written from their unique perspective. The band's main goal is to have fun, keep writing and recording their music, and convey the soul of their songs to their live audiences and fans.

Craft Sticks continues to perform locally, Stockton, Modesto, Lodi, Lockeford, etc. and are very interested in playing other California venues. They recently recorded their first 8 song CD entitled, "The First Symphony", which is available for sale June 19th at their CD release show at the Blackwater Cafe in Stockton. (Purchase CD Now)

The band looks forward to being a part of your future entertainment plans.

For further information such as demos, upcoming shows, pictures, etc., check this web site often and email them at:

rjrrx@yahoo.com or craftsticks1@yahoo.com

I am the one they call TIM

and I hold the answers to all your problems...why does the world pressure you,you ask because without those people the world could not go round..and why do dogs hump your legs,you ask..because every living creature needs love too...I am the one you will see in your dreams.

By Steve Echeverria Jr.

Record Staff Writer

Published Thursday, June 19, 2003

STICKS AND STONES: All The Craft Sticks want to do is bring variety to the local rock scene.

With all five band members coming from various high schools across Stockton, that shouldn't be too hard.

"We're giving the local scene something different," said bassist Rod Richenberg, 15, who attends Lincoln High School. "We're not hardcore but we're not pop-punk"

Other band members include lead guitarist Jonathan Ramirez, 15, from St. Mary's High School; drummer Tim Montalban, 16, from Venture Academy; lead singer Jake Smith, 15, from Lincoln High School..

Richenberg said the band started in a garage 18 months ago. Now it is on the verge of releasing its eight-song EP, "The 1st Symphony."

The Craft Sticks are holding their CD release at 7 p.m. today at Blackwater Cafe, 912 N. Yosemite St., Stockton. Cost is $7. Also performing are The Last Chapter, The Harms, and Scissorhands.

Information: www.craftsticks.net.

Craft Sticks won FIRST PLACE in this years Teen Fest competition held June 7th, 2003 at Stockton's Weber Point on the Waterfront. They also received an award

for being the most dedicated and reliabile contestants throughout the competition process of auditions, rehearsals, and performances.