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12 Cents for Marvin
Ska / Reggae / Rock

www.twelvecents.com



Ft. Collins, COLORADO
United States

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Member Since2/5/2005
Band Websitewww.12cents.com
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InfluencesLong Beach Dub Allstars, Toots and the Maytals, The English Beat, and Fishbone, The Specials, Jimmy Cliff, Peter Tosh, Warsaw Poland Bros, Ween, Frank Zappa, Led Zepplin, Less Than Jake, Let's Go Bowling
Record Labelumo productions
Type of LabelIndie


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12 Cents for Marvin


Keep an eye out for the Twelve Cents Twelve Track Twelve Pack in all Twelve Packs of Ska Brewing beer in stores now!!!





The new disk, The B-Load, is out!!! Pick up a brand new copy today at CDBaby.com or iTunes.





Don't forget a copy of Change also available at CDBaby.com and iTunes!

No stage can contain the energy of 12 Cents for Marvin and audiences would have it no other way. Formed in their college days nearly a decade ago, the band has grown as individuals and musicians. Ska/reggae/rock is a quick but incomplete way to describe the 12 Cents sound. It must be experienced to be understood.

The band named itself after meeting Marvin, a colorful street character panhandling and following a mathematical formula requiring him to receive twelve cents per person he met.

Since then, 12 Cents has been voted Best Band in the region multiple years in a row. Recognition continued when the band garnered first place in Colorado's Scene Magazine's Battle of the Bands. Gaining this recognition early in the band's career laid a solid foundation for the independent nature of all present and future endeavors. This is exemplified by radio play for multiple 12 Cents' songs along the Colorado Front Range by both independent and corporate radio stations.

While on stage, energetic antics rule. This never overshadows the artistry, dedication, and years of hard work put in by the talented members. The band includes Tom Werge on vocals and trumpet, Hilary Spriggs on bass, Nik Levinsky on guitar, Soren Daugaard on drums, Aaron Spriggs on theremin, Greta Cornett on trumpet and John Giordanengo on trombone. The sum is greater than the parts and this synergistic effect adds a distinct edge to the 12 Cents for Marvin sound.

In addition to stimulating audiences with its performances, 12 Cents for Marvin has produced several albums. Yellow Raincoat (1998), King of the Ring (2000), The EP (2002) and Change (2006) all showcase a full horn section with a swinging embellishment of indelible rhythms. These albums have spawned such favorites as "King of the Ring (The WWF Song)," "Social Suicide" (featuring Warsaw Poland Brothers), "One By One" and "Shouting in the Dark." In addition, 12 Cents can be found on such compilations as "Still Standing" (2003, Megalith Records) and "Fort Collins Rocks, Vol. 3" (2005, Hapi-Skratch Records).

12 Cents for Marvin continues producing their original music while touring in an ever-widening circuit. Traveling around the region, the band has played with acts such as The Skatalites, The English Beat, Michael Rose (of Black Uhuru), Stroke 9, Less than Jake, The Toasters, War, Guster, The Sugar Hill Gang, MU330, Mustard Plug, The Specials, The Slackers, and Fishbone. Keeping the beat on high, 12 Cents for Marvin has set itself apart as a driving force in the regional music scene. Every concert goes and asks the band, "When are you coming back?"
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King Django





Jul 8 2009 2:11 AM

Hey friends!  My new 10" vinyl EP is available now at  www.stubbornrecords.com!


King Django "Avenue A"
4-song 10" vinyl EP IN STOCK NOW

I also just got back from Jamaica with
- a whole heap of incredible new ska, rocksteady and early reggae 45s on labels like Beverley's, Top Deck, Tuneico, Treasure Isle and more!
 - a selection of Jamaican vinyl LPs we've never had in the store before!
We've also got a new batch of Roots Reggae titles (not yet available on the regular site) in the CD Sale, and a huge selection of clearance 45s.

You can only find out about the Secret Sales by signing up for the Stubborn Records e-mail list at http://www.versioncity.com/lists

LOVE, King Django

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Jul 7 2009 3:23 AM

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The Unusuals





Jun 26 2009 5:50 PM

Hi There!
We'd like to thank you for being a friend of us. We really appreciate it(:
We will have music up soon and when we have it up you should check it out,
<3 The Unusuals
Sketchnote





Jun 25 2009 4:01 PM

i just wanted to personally thank you for even giving the music a chance..did you enjoy? :)
What's in this Juice?





Jun 24 2009 4:01 PM

Hey there, thanks for the add! Awesome music, by the way. I hope you're liking our tunes; come back and visit us again soon!

~WITJ?
Squirm Burpee @ The Bug, Denver 6/19-6/21!





Jun 17 2009 5:50 AM

Hey hey!

We're doing a show this weekend in Denver. If you guys want to come, you should msg. me because I can give you a discount password for the ticket site, K?


Vicious Meliscious





May 27 2009 2:28 AM

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Gypsy Bazaar

Add Knotty Gal Creations on Myspace!

Auditory





May 27 2009 6:35 AM

You have a refreshing sound, Im a platinum producer resume includes The Game, Yukmouth, Royce Da 5'9, Jayo Felony, Bushido
Stella Luce





May 16 2009 8:54 AM

Sorry to spam you, we know it's lame. But, we're releasing our debut CD Zugenruhe next Friday (May 22nd) at Avogadro's Number right here in Fort Collins, and we would really love to see you there! The show starts at 9pm and is all ages and only costs $3. There will be an afterparty to be announced at the show. Thanks for putting up with our shameless self promotion. We really hope you can make it.
-Alana, Brett & Erin (Stella Luce)
Cure for Madeline





May 15 2009 4:41 PM

Hello! Whats happening?
BUCKNER FUNKENJAZZ





Apr 9 2009 5:37 AM



Come FUNK with us Saturday Night at HERMAN’S HIDEAWAY!!

Show Starts @ 8 with JUST BE FRANK and THE LONNIE HILL BAND.


BUCKNER goes on @ 10:30pm.


Best dressed Pimp wins a FREE Suit from EBONY FASHIONS at Midnight.


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We'd Love to see you!

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Resonate





Apr 7 2009 5:33 PM

We miss you all!
Stella Luce





Mar 5 2009 6:16 PM

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Trisha





Mar 4 2009 6:39 PM

So cool of you to add me, thanks xxx
Matt Mills and the Wandering Past





Feb 25 2009 1:50 AM

hey, thanks for the add..

hope you like the music..
caveman KARL





Feb 17 2009 11:11 AM

DENVERS FINEST SKA! SKA! SKA!

click to hear it!

new album "Mountain Standard Time" is ready to be shared with the world.

Come down to the Skylark and help us celebrate!


Euforquestra





Jan 20 2009 11:38 PM

andrew303





Dec 27 2008 1:03 AM

Denver Ska Punk Invasion!





Dec 15 2008 2:00 AM

Thanks for the Add Dudes! Too bad your not a band anymore, we would have loved to work with you on an upcoming show! Thanks for putting out all of the great music tho! We saw you at Moe's a couple weeks ago and it was sick!
Keep it Local Keep it FOCO





Nov 29 2008 8:04 PM

I love you guys and you put on a great damn show! I got so damn emotional that night between you guys and the booze I had no idea how nuts it was going to get. I FINALLY GOT MY MOSH PIT I WANTED! I wish you guys all the best and thank you for making the 6 years I've lived in FOCO rock.
I WILL MISS YOUR SHOWS BUT KEEP YOUR TUNES TO KEEP ME HAPPY!
Blackout Screen Printing





Nov 25 2008 6:42 PM

Great show on Friday!! Had a great time!!
Ang





Nov 24 2008 4:01 AM

Last night was incredible and emotional; I hope it was exactly how you wanted your last show to be. When I moved here 3 years ago, I was pleasantly surprised to not only find such a wonderful music scene, but to discover an enthusiastic band full of talented, kind people. I am really going to miss the stress relief I always get dancing at your shows! Best of luck in your individual future musical goals, and I'll see you at the reunion.
;)
Kim





Nov 23 2008 7:58 PM

Great show last night, you will be missed.
P-NUCKLE





Nov 21 2008 4:17 AM

Can we come on Saturday?
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