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Sister Sparrow And The Dirty Birds to play Moe Down Festival alongside The Black Keys and Built to Spill

July 15th, 2010

MOE. FINALIZES ARTIST LINEUP FOR MOE.DOWN XI

Nas & Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley,
Lotus Join The Black Keys, Built to Spill and more.

moe. is very excited to announce the final lineup of artists for their annual Labor Day weekend festival, moe.down. Joining moe. will be: The Black Keys, Nas & Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, Mike Gordon, Lotus, Jakob Dylan, Punch Brothers, Built to Spill, Tortoise, Ryan Montbleau Band, The Macpodz, The Brew, Turbine, Sister Sparrow and The Dirty Birds, Orgone, and Monkey Wrench.

This 3 day event has become known for its laid back vibe and great music, as well as its intimate and scenic setting. With only 2 stages, bands never overlap and patrons never miss a beat!

This year, moe.down has a new home in Mohawk, NY at Gelston Castle Estate. As in the past, the price of admission includes camping. A limited number of Early Bird Tickets are on sale now through moe.ticketing for $110.

moe.down has a history of bringing a diverse collection of artists to the festival over its 10 year history. Bands that have played in the past include The Flaming Lips, Perry Farrell’s Satellite Party, Cake, The Roots, Method Man and Redman, The Wailers, Ani DiFranco, Amos Lee, Medeski Scofield Martin & Wood, Yonder Mountain String Band, The Avett Brothers and more.

moe. released Smash Hits, Volume 1 on the band’s Fatboy Records label on June 1st. The album celebrates moe.’s 20th anniversary and includes newly recorded fan favorites that encompass the band’s entire career.

Sept 3-5 – MOE.DOWN 11 Gelston Castle Estate – Mohawk, NY

www.moedown.com

New music video from Misty Boyce – “Love You Down”

May 18th, 2010

*Video Director Ruth Du

The Whispering Tree Release Party tonight!

April 30th, 2010

The Whispering Tree Album Release Party
Today, Friday, Apr 30 5:30pm
at American Folk Art Museum, New York, NY
The Whispering Tree Album Release Party
5:30 – 7:30
FREE
at
American Folk Art Museum
45 West 53rd Street
Between 5th & 6th Avenues
www.thewhisperingtree.com

Modern Vintage & Rebel Spirit Compilation

March 26th, 2010

We have partnered up with Rebel Spirit Music to produce a 12 song compilation Album. Beginning next week we will be attending Rebel Spirit’s monthly series to check out who’s playing. One performer from each month will be selected to have a song recorded and produced by us. All production, distribution and promotion costs will be covered by Rebel Spirit Music + Modern Vintage Recordings.

Only artists who perform in the series are eligible to be chosen for the compilation album. Look out for Rebel Spirit Music on Sonicbids and submit for the series. Estimated release date, Jan 2011. Singles will be released monthly. Let the fun begin!

Misty Boyce Free Download

February 24th, 2010

Misty Boyce free download on Speakers in Code. Click here to download Misty’s track LOVE YOU DOWN

Misty Boyce Live

January 28th, 2010

Check out some recent pics of Misty Boyce live at The Mercury Lounge! Thanks to Ruth Du for snapping these!

New Release

January 26th, 2010

The Whispering Tree’s debut album “Go Call The Captain” to be released April 6th on Modern Vintage. Full of imagery and stories of the human condition, The Whispering Trees songwriting is the backbone of their sound and has been heavily influenced by their travels abroad, which have taken them from South America to China.

Misty Boyce’s debut Album in stores March 30th

January 21st, 2010

Misty Boyce’s debut album in stores March 30th on Modern Vintage. We are so excited to share this record with everyone in 2010. Stay tuned…

Misty Boyce at The Mercury Lounge January 25th at 7pm

January 21st, 2010

The Lineup:

Misty Boyce – Piano, Keyboards and vocals

Eshy Gazit – Bass & M.D.

Nir Z – Drums

Kirk Schoenherr – Guitars

Jamie Rae – Backing Vocals

Maria Jeffers – Cello

Beth Meyers – Viola/Violin

Guest Appearance by Ari Hest (!)

Album in progress…

September 29th, 2009

We are nearing completion of Misty Boyce’s debut album slated for release in early 2010. As we approach the mixing stage we are really looking forward to sharing this amazing record with everyone. We were recently joined by the incredibly talented and captivating singer-songwriter Ari Hest. Ari sang a duet with Misty on her song “It’s Not Ok” that you won’t want to miss, stay tuned…