2009: SToB won the Wonka Battle of the Bands hosted by trueAnthem. The competition consisted of many up-and-coming bands, some of which are already touring in the Warped Tour.
2005: David composed, performed, and produced all the tracks on "ProjecKtor" with radio play on "Kerrang! Unsigned Artist Radio," "KROQ Locals Only" among others.
2006: SToB was invited by EVE TV for its premiere, and showcased the song "Into Nothing."
2007: Engl Amps endorsed David Alvarez and promoted this endorsement in music magazines across Europe, including the largest music magazine in Germany, "Rock Hard".
2008: SToB released the EP "Deus Ex Machina" and began radio play on regular rotation on XM Radio's "Squizz channel."