Ciao Bella, the debut EP from SoCal alt-rock outfit STARRY EYES, mirrors tragedy and triumph as well as a two-year journey to bring the EP to fruition. Stream it here. STARRY EYES evolved from the deep friendship between the founding duo of guitarist John Shippey and drummer Matthew Scoggins. While working on Ciao Bella, the pair searched for the right singer to convey their unique sound. In 2021, they found vocalist and lyricist Kyle Tekiela. Three weeks later, Matt passed away from drug-related causes. Now, nearly two years after Matt’s death, Ciao Bella is born again. Kyle explains, “As the title of the EP suggests, ‘Ciao Bella’ is a somber goodbye to the beautiful things in our lives that have passed and a jubilant hello to the beautiful things to come.” John adds, “These songs are for...