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The MOODS

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Something About You
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Something About You
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Released: Jan 1, 2008
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General Info

  • Genre: Alternative / Indie / Pop

    Location Los Angeles, California, Un

    Profile Views: 26512

    Last Login: 6/24/2011

    Member Since 1/17/2006

    Website www.themoods.net

    Record Label Hydrophone Records (Los Angeles CA)

    Type of Label Indie

  • Bio

    The MOODS take the fundamental pop dynamic, strongly influenced by the British Invasion of the 1960s, and layer in a variety of instruments, bringing their sound to a more symphonic level. Imagine an upbeat, pop-driven version of Belle & Sebastian with a hint of a modernized Buddy Holly. Their songs delve into the deep waters of incisive political and social commentary, and resurface to universal themes of love and heartache. Frontman Jay Africa sets the foundation with his rhythm guitar lines, adding a second guitar (Brian Johnson) in counterpoint, and a rocksteady bass (Eric Carter) and drumline (Mark Adams) which create the backbone of the band. Heidi Kushnatsian's playful piano and elegant violin lines add movement and complexity, while the electronic facet of the synth (Erin Africa) creates a modern texture. Five-part vocal harmonies complete the richness that defines The MOODS. Like what you hear? Book The MOODS by contacting us at info@themoods.net * Songs/music/lyrics/etc. on this profile and its subsequent blog/image gallery © 2006-2009 Jay Africa

  • Members

    Jay Africa (vocals/guitar), Heidi Wienckowski (vocals/piano/mandolin/violin), Brian Johnson (vocals/guitar/harmonica/clarinet), Eric Carter (vocals/bass), Erin Africa (vocals/synth), Mark Adams (drums)

  • Influences

    The band is a product of many influences - some of which are The Beatles, Belle & Sebastian, Better Than Ezra, Camera Obscura, The Decemberists, Ani DiFranco, The Dresden Dolls, Green Day, The Mr. T Experience, The New Pornographers, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, The Shins, Simon & Garfunkle, and Talking Heads

  • Sounds Like

    According to one young lady, we sound like "the Violent Femmes w/ a dash of Bright Eyes" (a comparison we like very much, thanks). We've also been told by one gentleman that we sound like "Death Cab [for Cutie] and Ween". Another remarked that we sound like Barenaked Ladies, while a very fine San Diego band called The Modlins reinforced that comparison, adding that we also have a quality like that of "[The] New Pornographers, minus the distortion." After a particularly fantastic set in the SFV, a cutie extraordinaire said that we had a Counting Crows feel. Most recently, we've been compared to synth-pop sensation Devo, likened to a marriage between the Gin Blossoms and Belle & Sebastian, and Jay's vocal stylings have been said as being reminiscent of the Mountain Goats. Thanks lots, everyone! We must be doing something right. If you, dear reader, find yourself so inspired to make a comparison yourself, send us a message.

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  • Soteloscope

    Hello!
    Hope we can share a bill again...really dug your sound and showmanship. I've got a new band! Check it out at www.myspace.com/sightseer
    Shameless self-promotion here...pls take a listen to my new batch of tunes. Any comments would be appreciated.

    Mark Soteloscope

    2 years ago
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  • Tanuki Suit Riot

    Yeah, I'm digging your sound. I can't wait to see you guys live. I'm going to wear a vest and hold a book in honor of the Moods.

    2 years ago
  • Mr. C

    Hey guys Happy V-Day

    lookin' forward to the show coming up

    2 years ago
  • Tanuki Suit Riot

    Wow, an Actraiser reference! That game had incredible music. You guys know Actraiser and you have a clarinet in your band. I can't wait for March 20th.

    2 years ago
  • The Forresters

    hey Moods...enjoying your sound...good to be friends...greetings from Sydney,Anthony

    3 years ago
  • Llama Lipstick

    Rock n'!! Thanks for adding us guy's. Keep rock n'. Hope you like the garage recordings.

    3 years ago
  • L P

    You guys are awesome.
    We should finally set something up!

    3 years ago
  • Soteloscope

    Hello,
    I hope to catch your next show. I'm still working on getting a new band together - so maybe we could share the stage again in the future. Keep on truckin'.

    3 years ago
  • Eric Becker

    Great set guys! See you next time!
    -Eric

    3 years ago
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