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Mars Retrieval Unit
Psychedelic / Funk / Rock

Space Rock for your brain!



Portland, Oregon
United States

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Member Since7/16/2005
Band Members

Chelsea Luker - Saxophone, Flute, Vocals


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Rob Sipsky - Guitars, Vocals


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Murray Gusseck - Drums


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Joel Davis - Bass


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Joshua Sprague - Keyboards, Moog, Vocals


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Influences Frank Zappa, Rush, MMW, Herbie Hancock, moe., Pink Floyd, Allman Brothers, Yes, The Police, Greyboy Allstars, Led Zeppelin, Ricki Lee Jones, Phish, Parliament/Funkadelic, Fela Kuti, Miles Davis, Flora Purim, Steely Dan, OutKast, Ween, Prince, Morphine, Alice in Chains, Primus, Greatful Dead, Bjork, Joni Mitchell, King Crimson, Brand X, Jane's Addiction, Queen, Joshua Redman, Umphrees McGee, the list goes on and on...
Sounds LikeA little bit of Funk and a little bit of Rock, mixed with some high energy jams and a whole lotta soul.
Record LabelUnsigned
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jan 29 2010 9:00P
San Dune Pub Manzanita, Oregon
Feb 3 2010 8:30P
The White Eagle Saloon Portland, Oregon
Feb 4 2010 10:00P
World Flavors Cafe Eugene, Oregon
Feb 5 2010 9:30P
4th Ave Tavern Olympia, Washington
Feb 18 2010 9:30P
Mt Tabor Theater Portland, Oregon
Feb 26 2010 9:30P
River City Saloon Hood River, Oregon
Mar 3 2010 8:30P
The White Eagle Saloon Portland, Oregon
Mar 6 2010 9:00P
San Dune Pub Manzanita, Oregon
Apr 7 2010 8:30P
The White Eagle Saloon w/ opener tba Portland, Oregon
Apr 15 2010 9:00P
hold Portland, Oregon
Apr 16 2010 9:00P
hold - somewhere out in the C.R. gorge oregon somewhere, Oregon
Apr 17 2010 10:00P
John’s Alley Moscow, Idaho
May 30 2010 8:00P
hold - North Plains, Oregon

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   About Mars Retrieval Unit






MRU: noun; 1. five earthling musicians collaborating to make a funk-infused, rock n roll dance party. 2. A force to bring you to your inner consciousness, thus shooting the mind into outer space, while the booty remains shaking on earth.

MRU performs a wide variety of original material, as well as choice cover songs. For the last 4 years the band has been testing its music on the masses. MRU has played in numerous clubs around Portland, Eugene and the coast as well as area festivals and markets, private events, and being featured on televised and radio broadcast programs.

On random nights you may turn on your TV to channel 11, and see MRU's performance on Portland's Recycled Music NW (a Community Media production) filmed in 2006. They were also featured on KPSU's “Live Friday” radio show in September of 2005. On March 25, 2006, they received “Track of the Day” on GarageBand.com for the single “Entangled”. After holding standing gigs at several Portland venues in 2007, the band took some time off in early 2008 to regroup and write some new material, returning to the stage with a revitalized lineup and setlist at Horning's Hideout for their 25th Anniversary party on 9/20/2008.

MRU continues to press onwards with evolved writing and more elaborate performances. They are available for weddings and private functions if you want a little originality brought to your table. For booking inquiries, please contact us at ......

marsretrievalunit@gmail.com




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Mars Retrieval Unit's Friends Comments
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basin & range

basin & range



Jan 23 2010 12:44 AM


bobo raposi

bobo raposi



Dec 31 2009 8:56 PM

well alright !  sorely wish I was out your way for the NYE 2009 party... be with you in spirit- keep up the great work and have a fine new year, and RAVE ON !!!
EMPTY SPACE ORCHESTRA

EMPTY SPACE ORCHESTRA



Dec 21 2009 6:23 AM

HEY!  We uploaded some intense new music.  Give a listen if you have some time!  

ALSO.....  We're playing the Doug Fir on January 13th (wednesday).  
$6 / 21+ / 9:00
We'd love to see you guys!  
Hope all is well in your world of rock.
cheers
-Shane
Funk Dub Division

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Dec 20 2009 6:19 AM

glad to be your friends!




Scott Peoples (Drummer)

Scott Peoples (Drummer)



Dec 5 2009 6:58 AM

Any friend of Wayne Viar is a friend of mine. Sorry to hear about the 4th Ave Tav. Make sure you get your money.
The Z Kamp extravaganza

The Z Kamp extravaganza



Nov 30 2009 8:28 PM

For sure. I "Pizza t" will pop in for the show. Don't work too hard, you guys are already too good. Peace in Love!
Redwood Son

Redwood Son



Nov 24 2009 10:01 PM

You guys around this weekend?  If so, it would be great to see you at this one
Not sure if you heard about Kipp, but we are kinda doin this one for him

Hope all is well in the MRU
DougFir!!!!
The Quick & Easy Boys

The Quick & Easy Boys



Nov 22 2009 11:16 PM

yeah buds.  love it.
Rising Sun

Rising Sun



Nov 12 2009 11:32 PM

If you got some flyers for the show, I could post them up around town..??
High Ceiling

High Ceiling
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Nov 11 2009 5:28 AM

Can't wait for the show!
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JESTA

JESTA



Oct 13 2009 2:03 AM

Well let us be the first ones on this page to say that you guys frickin tore it up @ the Groove Movement show!!  Looking forward to our show next month...

P-LUX

P-LUX



Oct 4 2009 1:42 AM

Kick some booty tonight!
The Martyrs

The Martyrs



Oct 1 2009 6:47 PM

Congratulations on your Crystal Ballroom gig!
Face the Box

Face the Box



Oct 1 2009 2:49 AM

Congratulations to you all for playing the ballroom and opening for the tiny universe. We will see you Saturday night!!!!

signed,

Your Rich Uncle Sticky
D Weston AKA The Sound Scientist

D Weston AKA The Sound Scientist



Sep 4 2009 3:59 PM

Ya'll killed it at the White Eagle!! 
The Mercury Tree

The Mercury Tree



Sep 2 2009 6:50 PM

You guys sounded so great at Space Rock!
Tony

Tony



Sep 2 2009 12:18 AM

You gonna get Pfunked up tonight? ? ?
JESTA

JESTA



Sep 1 2009 7:09 PM

Great to finally share a bill with you guys last weekend...  Let's throw it down again soon!  

G Willy

G Willy



Aug 27 2009 4:02 PM

Hope you are having a great summer.  Please check out my most recent song "Something's Gotta Give" just posted:
Josh

Josh



Aug 23 2009 7:37 PM

Great show guys!  I'm blown back every time I see you. Thanks for the great time.
EMPTY SPACE ORCHESTRA

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Aug 17 2009 8:09 AM

Hey!  We just uploaded a new live track called "Orange".  Give a listen and let us know what you think!

-Shane
Face the Box

Face the Box



Aug 15 2009 4:09 PM

My brain has been space rocked. Great f'n show at the tabor!!!!!!!!!!!
Chelsea and Rob, I was so happy to see you two with a stellar supporting cast.
Y'all sounded better than ever, I always knew that when the right pieces fell into place MRU would dominate.
See y'all real soon and check out the cello jams of FtB
Alpaca

Alpaca



Aug 14 2009 11:36 PM

Sick set at Tabor. Can't wait for the block party!
basin & range

basin & range



Aug 14 2009 3:56 AM

Really nice playing with you last night. Love your sound. Can't wait to do another show together!
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Ambur Rose N.



Aug 10 2009 11:22 PM

of course i enjoy your music!!! this is Ambur Rose from The T Club... much love and light
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