September 12, 2006
Bento has been very busy with production work for their sophomore album, which should be released early 2007! Songs still need to be mixed, but only four more need to be recorded. The album is slated to have 12 new tracks! Check back for later studio updates.

August 8th, 2006
Bento will be the live band on TFC for a new show called "Speak Out." The show should be airing soon. Also, Anti-Gravity is still on rotation at Jam88.3, Philippines! Please click here to get the site to request it!

July 5, 2006
Bento hopes you had a safe and insane 4th of July. Since we didn't lose any fingers lighting fireworks this past week, we figure we'd still be able to put on
a great show for you at the Rockit Room in San Francisco this Saturday.

June 30, 2006
Anti-Gravity is on rotation at Jam88.3, Philippines! Please click here to get the site to request it! You can listen to the station over the Internet. If you are in the Philippines, then please request it often!

April 16, 2006
Thank you to everyone who came out to see us last night! It was definitely the best show and it wouldn’t have been possible without all of you! It was also great to share the stage with great bands. So we also want to thank: Mass Infusion, Route 111, Bray, Heathrow, and the Look. Great times! Hope to see you all again soon.

March 20, 2006
Bento is thrilled to be added to the April 15th, 2006 Slim's show. We'd love to see you there, but don't pay full price at the door! Discount tickets are available here on the bentomusic.com website. Get them now as they are in limited supply!

March 19, 2006
School's out! We'll at least the kids were out of class when we visited Forest Park Elementary and UC Berkeley, to perform this past weekend. These were both great benefit shows for great causes. We had a great time meeting new people and helping support their efforts. Special thanks to the Forest Park, Spintronix, and PAA for making it all happen.

February 23, 2006
We showed up at The Depot on the SFSU campus tonite to perform, and 2 sets later, we're exhausted! Thanks to the students who stuck around to hear us and buy our merchandise. We appreciate the support! We're buttoning up details on the March and April shows, so look for those to be added soon.

February 18, 2006
Thanks to the sisters of Chi Delta Theta for having us perform at their benefit showcase at UC Davis last night. Props to Cat for organizing a great event!

February 17, 2006
We had a great time last night at our Bourbon Street show in Concord with The Phillers, Apside, and acoustic/solo opener Mike Rogers. It was great to
share the stage once again with Apside as we teamed up with them not too long ago at the Elbo Room in San Francisco.

February 14, 2006
Happy Valentines Day from Bento!
As January was a quiet month, with a break from performing, the guys have been busy learning new material and reworking older songs. The first show of the year for Bento comes this month in February with a few all ages and 18+ shows around the corner. Expect to start hearing a few new songs and new versions of some older one's at these shows.

January 15th, 2006
Happy New Year! New Songs From Tahoe
Bento would like to wish everyone a happy new year. We hope all of you are healthy and wish you the best in 2006. The guys have been busy preparing for 2006. They spent last weekend locked away in a cabin in Tahoe. The purpose of this trip was to get some snowboarding in and work on new songs for their second album, due out this June. They are very excited about this year and can’t wait to share the new songs with you and hopefully see you at future shows.

December 15th, 2005
Happy Holidays from Bento!
Bento would like to thank everyone for their support in 2005. It's been a great year and we've accomplished so much, thanks to you. We also want to wish you a very safe and fun holiday season. If you need a last minute stocking stuffer, Bento is here to help! The online store now has t-shirts and a limited edition EP with new songs! Also, look for an official EP release show in 2006. We'll see you in the new year! Happy Holidays, Happy Bento-days....

November 10, 2005
Bento Back in the Bay - DNA
The guys had a great time touring with True Faith – a great bunch of guys. From LA to New York it was truly some of the best experiences and memories. Playing back-to-back nights, in venues with amazing sound and lighting, really spoiled everyone. Thanks to True Faith, Edwin and Edgar for letting Bento tag along as the opening act. The guys are now back in the Bay and are excited to be playing DNA for a second time as a one-year birthday show. This will take place on November 19th. This is again in conjunction with Element Productions. Their new three-song EP and T-shirts will be available for the first time! Also, Imagine Asian TV will be filming a reality TV show, featuring Bento that will air on their network in January! You don’t want to miss this show, so please mark your calendars!

October 2, 2005
Bento in San Francisco Chronicle
"Point of no Return" was selected as download of the week. A big thanks to Bill Picture who writes for the San Francisco Chronicle's Pop Beat section. Click here to see what was written and the lovely Jamie Quon.

September 24, 2005
" Last Chance" aired on ALICE 97.3 FM, during Hooman's radio show which airs from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m every Saturday night. Email hooman@radioalice.com and let him know you want to hear more bento! or click here

September 15, 2005
" Last Chance"
Madden at Live105 now has Bento's latest song, "Last Chance" which debuted on his Local Lounge show. Look for this song and more on the upcoming Bento EP due to be released in October.

September 10, 2005
Bento is Tour Support for True Faith
Bento has just been selected to be the opening act for part of True Faith’s U.S. tour. Two of these shows will be debut performances in Los Angeles and San Diego. One show will be in New York, which will be their second trip and performance on the east coast.

September 2, 2005
Bottom of the Hill
Bento is very excited to be able to play Bottom of the Hill on September 26. They will be supporting the release of Bright Side’s new album. This legendary venue has always been a place they wanted to play, given the fact that they have seen so many of their heroes on the same stage. Bento would like to thank Bright Side and Bottom of the Hill for giving them this opportunity and privilege.

August 24, 2005
Thanks Rachel!
Rachel Swan from the East Bay Express decided to stop by our recent show at the Cherry bar and had a few words to say. To check out her article on Bento's live show, click here.

August 2, 2005
Bento Now Available at iTunes and CD Baby
You can now download Bento's debut album, “Absent Without Leave” from the iTunes music store. Also, if you want to order multiple copies of the album, Bento is now available on CD Baby.

July 15, 2005
Channel 104.9 FM, will be airing a Bento song
Please make sure to tune into 104.9 FM, this Sunday, the 17th sometime after 9:00pm. They will be playing a bento song on the show called "What the Hell Was That?" and you can request for them to play it again later in the week. If enough callers request bento during the week, they might be played during their normal rotation, so please call their Free Request Line: 877-244-1049 as much as you'd like. Thanks!

July 13, 2005
Bento begins work on EP
Many of you have asked if certain songs we play at our shows are on our debut album "Absent Without Leave." Well, since a lot of our new songs can't be found on our album, we've decided to spend some time in the studio. This past weekend was spent at Studio 880 in Oakland. We recorded 3 new songs: “Going Places, Last Chance, and False Start.” Jamie also took a shot at singing backing vocals for "Last Chance." Let's just say that he'll be sticking to the drums from now on. Look for the EP later in 2005.

July 4, 2005
CMC, plays "Point of no Return"
Make sure to request this video as much as you can. Happy 4th to all!

June 16, 2005
Day on the Meadow
We will be coming to San Jose on SUN, July 3rd! Come hang out and see Bento along with some other great acts! Better Than Ezra, Bowling for Soup, and Crossfade will be headlining this event which is being
put on by Channel 104.9

June 1, 2005
Bento Stirs Things Up
Bento will be visiting you at your home. The music video for “Point Of No Return” is being featured on episode 23 of StirTV’s Pepsi Music Minute. Turn on your TV to see us. Depending on what area you live in, here’s when we’ll be visiting you:
Various locations – WED 6/1/05 8pm Airtime Pacific (AZN TV)
Hawaii – SAT 6/4/05 5pm (KHNL Ch 18)
Los Angeles – SAT 6/4/05 6pm (KSCI Ch 18)
SF/Bay Area – SAT 6/4/05 630pm and TUE 6/7/05 5pm (KTSF Ch 26)
New York – SAT 6/4/05 7pm (Sino TV – Cable)

May 21, 2005
Wildcard (aka Ibiza), Oakland
We played a 20 minute set at the Rock Star Arena for the sizzling Synergy crowd. The show was a success and we hope to play it again towards the end of summer.

May 8, 2005
CAPA Festival, New York
Happy Mother's Day! Bento would like to dedicate this trip to all moms and especially their moms. This is the 26th annual CAPA Festival. Bento rocked out at Union Square Park infront of 2000+ New Yorkers. Though Jamie's cymbal blew over during the set, and he couldn't hear a thing, he still managed to snap this shot of Scott's behind. Local bands, Johnny Hi-fi and Maggie Kim were also on the bill. Jet Li and Morgan Freeman paid a visit to the festival after we performed. Scott got a pic with Morgan (well sort of). We had our 2nd radio interview and performed a 2 song acoustic set at iaTV headquarters. Thanks to iaTV for showing us around the office and playing us on their show. Thank you New York! You're the best!

April 27, 2005
The Hotel Utah, SF
Thanks to The Cheat, and our friends, Bright Side for playing this show with us. Ange got underwear thrown at him on stage. Good thing the undies were clean. So whoever is missing their yellow SpongeBob Squarepants boxers, come see him!

April 17, 2005
Cherry Blossom Festival, SF
What a perfect way to end the weekend. It was a nice warm and breezy afternoon in Japantown. We were supported by our community, especially our families. Props go to Kenney, Wayne, Mike and the Cherry Blossom sound crew. The sound was awesome! Also, it was a shock to actually have roadies! We can’t wait to perform again at next year’s Cherry Blossom.

April 16, 2005
UC Davis Picnic Day
This was our first outdoor event! The Sun was beating down on us. Despite the heat, we had a great time hanging out and performing for the huge Davis crowd. We enjoyed meeting everyone and hope to return to UC Davis soon.

April 4, 2005
Moscone Center, SF
We played an acoustic set at the Imaginasian TV booth. This was held at the Moscone Center for the NCTA, which stands for National Cable Television Association. This was a huge convention featuring every channel you have ever watched on cable TV and then some. We were a day late, and missed Cyndi Lauper performing and riding in on a horse, MTV giving away free iPods, and meeting Tony Hawk. Despite this, at least we were able to meet and hang out with more of the IATV staff. We had a blast! Unfortunately we couldn’t get any free cable channels.

April 3, 2005
KSQQ radio 96.1 , SJ
Simran, the lovely host of Imaginasian Radio, got up close and personal with the guys. The 20 minute live broadcast was a lot of fun. We had a few laughs in the studio with host Simran and performed a 2 song acoustic set of "Point of no Return and a new song, "Last Chance."

March 25, 2005
Bento Radio News
CIUT 89.5 Toronto, 96.1 FM San Francisco and 93.7 FM San Francisco have just added bento to their play lists. Please tune in when you get the chance and if you're in Canada, we hope you dig it.

March 21, 2005
Thank You Exposure TV!
The guys had a great time playing and filming for the up and coming television show, "Exposure TV." Click here to see them with the lovely host, Audrey and her Picasso-like brother Ken from PAA. Thanks Ken and Audrey for all the support! Thank you to everyone who came out and the entire crew from ETV.

March 14, 2005
CMC Adds Bento to Play List
Check out the "Point of no Return" video on channel 26 between 4-4:30 PM, M-F. Please request it by calling 800-286-5CMC or for online requests, click here

March 10, 2005
Fun With PAA
The students of the PAA (Pilipino American Alliance) @ UC Berkeley rule! They were so supportive of bento and the guys thoroughly enjoyed meeting some of it's members. Thanks for all the support and the interest in bento! Bento hopes to see you at one of their many shows at Berkeley in April! Click here to see bento with PAA.

February 19, 2005
Bento on Pacific Fusion, Channel 4 KRON
Bento was interviewed at the AAMC by "Pacific Fusion." This episode will air Sunday, Februray 27, @ 12:30 P.M. on channel 4 KRON, or 4:00 P.M. on channel 2 KHON if you're in Hawaii. To check us out on their site, click here. Incase you miss this episode, we will put the interview on the site once it is aired. The video for "Point of no Return" is now complete. You can view this here. Parts of this video will also be aired on "Pacific Fusion."

February 12, 2005
Absent Without Leave Reviews
Bento's debut album, "Absent Without Leave" was recently reviewed on AArising. You can read this review here. The album was also reviewed in this month's issue of Slap Skateboard Magazine. This can be found in most book stores as well as Hollister clothing. Click here to read this review.

February 5, 2005
Tsunami Relief Concert
Thanks to everyone who helped and supported our Tsunami Benefit Concert at Forest Park School. A special thanks to everyone at Spintronix for donating their lighting system. We also want to thank Eric Yee for generously offering his time, and running the lighting system. We raised over $1000 for Tsunami Relief through voluntary donations and CD sales! Please see our home page if you would like to make your own contribution. The students were truly amazing. Click here to catch a glimse.

January 29, 2005
AAMC Show Case and Wild 94.9 FM
The showcase was a blast. We were able to meet lots of great industry professionals and Elvin was even invited to speak on the producer panel. Scott and Ang sat in on this session but made sure to not raise their hands to try an embarrass Elvin. Jamie hopped to different sessions and everyone learned a lot. We even gained a new fan and became a new fan of Ruthie from Wild 94.9 FM. Click here to see a picture.

January 21, 2005
Video, Showcase, and StirTV
Thanks to everyone who fought through the rain to come see bento at the Hard Rock Cafe. Special thanks to THT for wrapping up the night, making it an all around fun event. For those of you who missed the show, check the gallery for some photos of the night. Here's what's going on with bento: January 29th showcase performance at the AAMC in Burlingame, CA, performing at a Tsunami Benefit event in early February (see homepage for various ways to donate and help out), wrapping up the video for "Point of No Return," featured artist of the week on StirTv site, and bento is now on myspace.com! If you have a myspace account, click here to stop by and say hi.

December 28, 2004
LIVE 105 just pressed PLAY
During the week of 12/20/04, LIVE 105 (105.3 FM) played “Point Of No Return” not once, but twice. Madden and Tom Anger, you guys rock! To hear a segment that was played on the airwaves, click here. This has been icing on the cake for the guys as they wrap up 2004 with a smile. The last couple of months of the year have been spent playing shows, and having fun on stage. Thanks to all who have made it out to see and support the live performances. With 2005 upon us, bento looks forward to seeing you at the upcoming shows. Bento would also like to thank Tin! She has been very supportive and helpful. Please try to make it out to StudioZtv on Tuesdays. You can check out local bands and the $2 beers. Don’t forget to say hi to Tin. To check her out, click here for her blog. Happy New Year!

November 8, 2004
Slap Skateboard Magazine Checks Out Bento
Slap Magazine just wrote a review of Bento’s new album, “Absent Without Leave.” The review should show up in the January issue of Slap, however, to read this review now, click here. Bento would like to thank everyone who ordered a CD online! They are so excited to finally have it finished. It is their newborn baby and they would like to share it with the world! Also, don't miss your chance to hear the album live, as it was meant to be heard. Make sure to check out the shows section. Bento will be performing at DNA Lounge on November 20th. Don’t miss this special show that will showcase the entire album live! Bento is busy promoting this show along with getting their press kits out there for other possible shows and opportunities. Please continue to support them! All they want to do is rock!

October 13, 2004
Print the CD Please
At last, the moment of truth! Bento met last night for their final press check of all the artwork and the final CD. It is now out of their hands and off to the manufacturing plant. There was a sense of relief that filled the air, as no more tweaking, edits or changes can be made. Ang was pulling his hair out for the last two weeks because of all the changes he had to make. He was on call 24/7 for any last minute artwork changes. All of the hard work put into the last two years will finally materialize into 37 minutes of music. The CD will be available on October 25, 2004!

September 15, 2004
Meet With Biker Bob
Elvin and Scott went up to Bob’s studio in Oakland to transfer all the final mixes to analogue tape. Bob, who used to be a pro BMX-er is going to master the songs and make them all the same level, then Elvin will clean them up if needed. Sorry for not having a picture of Bob’s amazing analogue studio. It looked totally cool, just like the control panel of the Neutron Star-class Bulk Cruiser, from Star Wars. The lead singer of Green Day, Billy Joe was confirmed to have used the facility a few times. What a thrill this was to be in the same control room as Billy’s genius once sat. In the mean time, Bento is meeting and coming up with the album cover ideas and the rest of the artwork. They are very excited to be on the last leg of this “do it yourself” music endeavor. A graphic designer from Singapore is working with them, a.k.a. Flu Girl, along with Ang. She will help with some of her outside ideas, and then Ang can tweak them to our liking.

August 18, 2004
Okay Computer Mix
Well, the mixes are finally done! Bento all met last night at Elvin's to listen to the final mixes, discuss how the artwork should be, figure out the rehearsal schedule, and try to figure out a record label name. They were quite the task masters. They also had the luxury of having their youngest fan present. Click here to see her. She was very inspiring, and made sure all the mixes were to her liking. Bento will start rehearsals mid September in Daily City. Check back for up coming shows and for the latest news.

August 4, 2004
Bento Meets for Listening Party
Everyone had a great time last night listening to the mixes that Elvin and Scott have been working on for the past year. Jamie had never heard all the songs yet, so it was great to have a fresh set of ears. Lots of notes and discussion occurred regarding how to change different parts of songs. Click here if you want to see some of the scribbling. Everyone was in great spirits and excited! Elvin and Scott will continue to work on the songs and hope to have them all ready for next Thursday. Bento will meet once again to go over, what they hope will be, the final versions for the album!

July 31, 2004
"Won't Hurt" This hurts...
7:20 P.M. Scott writes: We've been trying to find the right keyboard sound for two days and we just found it! Yes! Yes! Elvin is going to make me a copy to take home and verify. I'll check it tomorrow to make sure it is finally done. We've been working since Tuesday on this one, but haven't touched it since February. Completion is near! Have to go now, "Know it's not too Late" vocal parts need to be redone...we accidentally lost the files! Technology is beautiful or a headache. Hopefully we can have everyone over for a final listening party this week. But given that it has taken us almost two years to complete the album...we'll have to see. I'll keep you posted.

July 27, 2004
This is our new site!
Make sure to check out the music samples. Four new samples from the upcoming album have just been posted. Also, the video section has been started along with an updated photo section.

July 20, 2004
Debut album is almost finished!
Bento has been hard at work finishing their first album. The guys have been burning the midnight oil. Recording and mixing sessions have been a drive to Daily City, while listening and checking previous versions of songs. The working title for the album is "Absent Without Leave." All final mixes will be complete by mid August, so look for a release by August or early September! You will be able to purchase the album online and at shows. Please tell your friends to join our mailing list and check out the site.

April 5, 2003
Thanks For Coming to Glas Kat
Thanks to everyone who came to cheer bento on, supporting their first live performance! The guys had a great time, though first time nerves were at an all time high. They can't wait to do it again. Click here to catch a glimpse.

March 30, 2003
Bento's First Live Appearance!
Bento will be the opening act for Julie Plug's CD release party at Glas Kat on Sunday, March 30, 2003. Doors open at 7pm and show starts at 8pm. Please come and support the band's first live appearance!

November 3, 2002
Bento begins work on debut CD
Bento is currently working on a debut CD with their producer and guitarist, Elvin Reyes. Elvin has produced numerous artist including Julie Plug's latest CD, "Whatever You Wonder," as well as their debut CD, "Starmaker." Bento's CD will be available in 2004.

November, 2002
Bento Multimedia Coming Soon
Bento music samples, photos and video will soon be added to the site. Please check back for updates.

November, 2002
Mailing List
Join Bento's mailing list to get all the updates on the website, upcoming shows and their forth coming debut CD. Also please help spread the word around to all your friends.