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The Diamond Mines
New Wave / Psychedelic / Punk

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Somerville, Massachusetts
United States

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Member Since7/27/2004
Band Websitehttp://www.thediamondmines.net
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Been Wiser- vox & guit


Kevin McGrath- bass & vox


Ben Husk- drums


people who don't usually play with us anymore-
Ben Lewis- trumpet
Kevin Corzett- sax
Ben Jaffe- sax & vox
Sean Caddell- guitar & vox
NKLS Ward- bass & drums & keys & vox
Damon Barbierri- drums
Influencesall sorts of stuff from patsy cline to agorophobic nosebleed
Sounds Likerichard hell, elvis costello, ted leo, the cars, the stones, the dead boys, mission of burma, ny dolls, menace, the modern lovers, teenage fanclub, television, 13th floor elevators, the ramones, holly golightly, cream, the replacements, velvet underground, the dictators, the stooges, the zombies, the pixies, jimi hendrix, the clash, the animals, neil young, t.rex, the undertones
Record LabelPrecious Gems the Label
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Nov 10 2009 9:00P
O’Brien’s Pub - The Rob Crean Show (comedy night) Allston, Massachusetts

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   About The Diamond Mines

"sweet, piping-hot psych-soul pop"
-Boston Phoenix

"...twitchy pop songs that would be right at home in the first generation of new wave...thinking man's punk...everything modern alternative rock should be, but so rarely is."
-Northeast Performer

"...a bit of gritty roadhouse rock, a twinge of skronky jazz, a psych-y glow..."
-Weekly Dig

"It is really great to see a band play punk that incorporates soul again, and with such energy and sincerity."
-The Noise

"...The Diamond Mines dont sound like any other Boston band out there right now, and they dont fit into any predictable niche."
-Stuff @ night

"...they couldn't be a more complete rock outfit... skilled musicianship and keen understanding of crafting hooks... the melding of different styles isn't forced..."
-Northeast Perfomer

"...a punk band with a saxophonist, for that soul edge- an unlikely but good combination, kind of like Hawaiian pizza."
-The Weekly Dig

"If you were to define rock n roll, with special emphasis on the 'roll' part, not just the 'rock', this... would be the definition."
-The Noise



Somewhat notable bands we shared the stage with: Presidents of the USA, The Willowz (Dim Mak/Sympathy for the Record Industry), The Slackers (Epitaph), Township, Eli Paperboy Reed & the Trueloves, Earl Greyhound, Eileen Rose (Rough Trade), Tunnel of Love, Stephen Brodsky (Hydrahead), Wild Light

Somewhat noteable bands we share(d) members with: Murphy's Law, Eli Paperboy Reed & the Trueloves, World/Inferno Friendship Society, Ho-Ag, Skavoovie & the Epitones, Disaster Strikes (Alternative Tentacles)

Also, our bassist once spoke with Andrew WK on the phone...

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Dante LUNA

Dante LUNA



Nov 9 2009 12:39 AM


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The 3:27s

The 3:27s



Nov 4 2009 9:48 PM




Psychedelic Central Online Music Magazine

Psychedelic Central Online Music Magazine



Oct 27 2009 6:52 PM

Hello and thank you for the friendship, it is a pleasure to welcome you!

Have a good week!

Jan :)
SON OF SATURN

SON OF SATURN



Oct 25 2009 9:02 AM

New Songs Up.
Featuring:
SYLABOL7
INVISIBLE ROBOTS
JOE CUTTER IS DEAD
SIDEWAYS BURNOUTS
EQUIPTO
HIP HOP ADDICTS
MATT GAMIN
METACAUM
DUBBEST

DUBBEST



Oct 22 2009 4:43 PM

Dubbest Live @ All Asia Cafe in Cambridge October 24th 4-7pm don't miss out $5
Testosteroso

Testosteroso



Oct 12 2009 5:56 PM

Thanks for the add!!! Check out our music, and let us know what you think!!!
The River Raid

The River Raid



Oct 6 2009 2:39 AM

Hey, Fellas.

 Nice Sound!!!

This bird is so funny.

Peace,

TRR
DEAD BY MONO RECORDS

DEAD BY MONO RECORDS



Sep 22 2009 9:43 PM

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FossFest

FossFest



Sep 5 2009 11:38 AM

Looking forward to seeing you at FossFest today!




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TULSA



Sep 3 2009 4:57 PM

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HARPERS FERRY

HARPERS FERRY



Aug 31 2009 3:15 PM

brothers & sisters

brothers & sisters



Aug 31 2009 11:44 AM

Thanks for being brothers and/or sisters with brothers & sisters.

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The Wufs

The Wufs



Jul 27 2009 11:29 PM

Bacchus King

Bacchus King



Jul 26 2009 7:00 PM

Great show last night guys! It was a blast playing with y'all... lets do it again some time!
*JIM SEERY*

Jim Seery



Jul 2 2009 4:45 AM

YAY CHARLIE'S MONDAY NIGHT!
HARPERS FERRY

HARPERS FERRY



Jun 30 2009 4:34 PM

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Jun 28 2009 11:18 PM

It's a great sign that you gave us an add, thanks!
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Jun 2 2009 2:10 AM

the cantab? what? are you playing with little joe cook? did you know i might show up that night? <3, c
bennnnnnnnnnn

bennnnnnnnnnn



Jun 1 2009 2:39 PM

The Slackers

The Slackers



May 13 2009 8:20 PM

The Slackers Booze Cruise Comes to Boston for the first time! Hop on a boat around Boston Harbor and party with us! Click on the flyer to get your tickets, you won't want to miss it! Friday June 26 21+ Boards 7:15, Departs 8pm Sharp, Returns 11pm $25 The Slackers and Destroy Babylon - Concert Cruise! Aboard the Mass Bay Lines MV New Boston Rowes Wharf (Behind the Boston Harbor Hotel)
HOT BOX

HOT BOX



Apr 15 2009 2:38 PM

Night Driving

Night Driving



Apr 13 2009 9:59 PM

stoked for the show on friday!
bennnnnnnnnnn

bennnnnnnnnnn



Mar 25 2009 3:54 AM

HOT BOX

HOT BOX



Mar 11 2009 3:56 PM

Hey!

We posted a song from our new record.


let us know what you think
TRiPLE THiCK

TRiPLE THiCK



Feb 16 2009 4:36 AM

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