JD Samson, Michael O'Neill and Ginger Brooks Takahashi -
with contributions from Johanna Fateman and Emily Roysdon.
Influences
Joan Armatrading, Barr, Hot Chip, Bush Tetras, Talking Heads, Pet Shop Boys, Gang of Four, The Knife, Loose Joints, Prince, The Raincoats, Patti Smith, Nina Simone, The Presets, Sonic Youth
MEN is a Brooklyn-based band and art/performance collective that focuses on the energy of live performance and radical potential of dance music. MEN speaks to issues such as wartime economies, sexual compromise, and demanding liberties through lyrical content and an exciting stage show.
The group began in 2007 as the DJ/production/remix team of LE TIGRE members JD Samson and Johanna Fateman. When the duo began to write new songs, it made sense to merge their efforts with JD's other new project HIRSUTE. JD and Hirsute members Michael O'Neill (Princess, Ladybug Transistor) and Ginger Brooks Takahashi (LTTR, The Ballet) now comprise the core of MEN, with Johanna and artist Emily Roysdon contributing as writers, consultants, and producers.
You guys were so awsome on Halloween night. All of my friends want your music now and think your the shit. Thank you so much for playing and giving your fans such an amazing show!
Oh, man, I mean MEN!!! Second show in a little over one month. We had a blast and you guys were fuckin stellar. Thanks for your hard work on this tour..you must all be very tired!!
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