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American cinematic rock band known for blending alternative metal, electronic rock, and symphonic elements within a science-fiction narrative universe.Founded in 2013 by vocalist Dustin Bates, STARSET merges music with transmedia storytelling through albums, novels, and live demonstrations. The band debuted with 'Transmissions' (2014), followed by 'Vessels' (2017), 'DIVISIONS' (2019), and 'HORIZONS' (2021), achieving multiple Billboard Top 10 entries. Their live shows incorporate futuristic spacesuits, projection mapping, and scientific demonstrations.

• Dustin Bates holds a PhD in electrical engineering and worked on aerospace projects at the International Space University, influencing STARSET's scientific themes.
• The band operates under the fictional 'The Starset Society', a narrative framework exploring dystopian technology warnings through multimedia elements like companion novels and comics.
• STARSET's immersive live performances feature Tesla coils, holograms, and synchronized visuals, creating concert experiences described as 'rock theater meets TED Talk'.
• Despite lineup changes since inception, founding member Dustin Bates remains the creative nucleus, collaborating with session musicians for recordings and tours.