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, North Carolina, in 2007. Following the breakup of

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, members of the two bands created a new musical project. Taking their name from

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'', the band combines samples and effects with progressive space rock. Their live performances featured the quintet playing behind a giant screen, which alternately featured messages and art film imagery. The lighting and projection was timed so that at certain points the band is visible behind the screen, while at others they were obscured by the images. Telescreen released ''The Solar Sea'' in 2007 by means of a

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license where fans could download the music directly from the band after sending a small payment via

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. In September 2008, Telescreen signed to Tragic Hero Records. They also released a split 7-inch vinyl with Damn This Desert Air on Koi Records in 2008.Telescreen (ex-Codeseven) / (Damn) This Desert Air (ex-Nora) to release split
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Discography

*''The Solar Sea'', 2007

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References

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