Slightly twisting the pop-punk formula, Somerset churns out a power punk combination of rock, grit, and aggression that never loses sight of basic pop sensibilities. Forming in Minneapolis, MN, in September 2002, the group comprises Forrest Olsen (vocals/ guitar), Claudio Rivera (drums), Matt Broadbent (bass), and Michael Warren (guitar). They recorded their first demos within a week of forming, and four months later, finished and self-released the five-song EP This Thought Process. An EP under their belt, the band booked their first tour and hit up college radio.