CHECK OUT THE latest SINGLE "out of here"
Out of Here
“Out of Here” captures the longing to escape everyday stress—even if it takes an alien abduction to get there. Blending feelings of isolation with otherworldly imagery, the song reaches for somewhere beyond the noise, where worries disappear and the pressure finally melts away.
CHECK OUT THE latest SINGLE "Without You Here"
Never Enough
“A coastal escape from the pressure of always chasing more.”
CHECK OUT THE NEW SINGLE "Without You Here"
Without You Here is a song about the emptiness that comes with losing someone close to you and the fear that, as time passes, the memories of them might begin to fade. Surrounded by familiar sights and sounds, you still search for their presence—in the wind, the trees, and the places that remind you of them. It's about grief, memory, and learning to carry someone with you even after they're gone.
our latest tracks
CHECK OUT THE SINGLE "DIVINE - Acoustic Version"
"Divine" is a song about stepping away from the noise of everyday life to reconnect with what truly matters. It explores the idea that peace and purpose come from looking inward rather than searching for answers elsewhere. The ocean becomes a place of solitude and reflection—a temporary escape that brings clarity instead of avoidance. Returning home grounded and grateful, the song reminds us that the people we love and the life we've built are where we truly belong. "Divine" is ultimately about finding balance, appreciating the present, and discovering that the journey inward can lead us back to ourselves.
Check out the album "Dockside Acoustic"
Dockside Acoustic is a collection of songs reimagined in their most honest form. By stripping away the full-band production, Starboard to Sunset lets the songwriting, melodies, and lyrics take center stage. Inspired by quiet moments along the Jersey shore, the album captures themes of reflection, resilience, love, and finding peace through life's ups and downs.
From heartfelt originals like Without You Here, Still It Stands, and Looking Glass to acoustic reinterpretations of fan favorites, Dockside Acoustic offers an intimate listening experience that highlights the emotion behind every song. Whether you're discovering these tracks for the first time or hearing familiar songs in a new light, this album is an invitation to slow down, unplug, and connect with the stories that define Starboard to Sunset.
Check out the single "Out to pasture"
"Out to Pasture" is a song about perseverance in the face of uncertainty. Using imagery of storms, changing seasons, and navigating through the woods, it explores what it feels like to lose your way while holding onto the hope that brighter days are ahead. At its heart, the song is a reminder that even life's darkest moments are temporary. With resilience, courage, and faith in the journey, you'll eventually find your way back to a place of peace, purpose, and belonging.
Check out our 3rd album/EP "Every Day"
Everyday captures the heart of Starboard to Sunset—a collection of songs about navigating life's highs and lows while holding onto hope, resilience, and the people who matter most. Blending driving guitars, melodic hooks, and honest storytelling, the album explores themes of love, self-discovery, perseverance, and finding purpose through life's challenges.
From reflective ballads to energetic rock anthems, Everyday delivers a sound that's both emotional and uplifting. Each song tells its own story while contributing to a larger message: even through uncertainty and adversity, there is always a path forward. It's an album about embracing the journey, learning from the struggles, and finding strength in the moments that define who we are.
Check out our 2nd album "blackbeard"
Blackbeard is an album about embracing the unknown and finding the courage to chart your own course. Inspired by themes of adventure, self-discovery, and perseverance, the songs blend driving alternative rock with memorable melodies and heartfelt lyrics that explore both the storms we face and the strength we discover along the way.
Drawing inspiration from the sea as a symbol of freedom, uncertainty, and possibility, Blackbeard captures the spirit of pushing forward despite life's obstacles. Each track offers its own perspective, yet together they tell a larger story of resilience, hope, and the pursuit of something greater. Whether delivering energetic rock anthems or more reflective moments, the album invites listeners to leave the shoreline behind and embrace the journey wherever it leads.
Check out our OG First album/EP "Starboard to sunset"
Starboard to Sunset is the debut EP that introduced the band's signature blend of melodic alternative rock and introspective songwriting. Built on heartfelt lyrics, driving guitars, and memorable hooks, the five-song collection explores themes of growth, change, belonging, and the search for direction.
From the longing for adventure in To the Sea to the personal reflections found throughout the record, the EP captures the excitement and uncertainty of finding your place in the world. While raw and honest in its approach, Starboard to Sunset laid the foundation for the band's evolving sound and the themes that continue to shape their music today.
About Starboard to Sunset
Our Story
Starboard to Sunset is an alternative rock band based in Island Heights, New Jersey. Led by singer, guitarist, and songwriter Tom Damiano, the project blends alternative rock with a wide range of musical influences. Known for pushing genre boundaries, Damiano crafts songs that balance melody, atmosphere, and energy. Drawing from both classic and modern rock, Starboard to Sunset creates music that feels both familiar and refreshingly original.
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