Tyson Stevens (1985-2014)

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Tyson Stevens (1985-2014)

Tyson Curtis Stevens was September 29th, 1985. In 2002 Stevens formed the band Scary Kids Scaring Kids in Gilbert, Arizona. From 2002 to 2010 Stevens held many roles within the band which included bass guitar, lead vocals, programming and additional guitar. Their EP After Dark was self-financed and released while the members were still in high school. In 2005, this album would be re-released by Immortal Records. On November 30th, 2009 an official statement was released declaring the group had disbanded. 

Achievements:
Scary Kids Scaring Kids received the Libby Award by PETA in January 2008 for speaking up against Chicken Express.

Charity: PETA

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