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Punk / Indie / Pop

" Be a Pet!"

Dublin, Dublin
Ireland

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Member Since1/22/2006
Band Members

Pat Clafferty (Guitar, Vox)

Derrick Dalton (Bass)

Finn O'Leary (Drums, Vox)

Brian Gough (Guitar, Vox)

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Mexican Pets were formed by Pat Clafferty and Jill Hahn in 1990 inspired by American bands such as Husker Du and Dinosaur Jnr. The two soon drafted Derrick Dalton in on bass whos distinct and accomplished style was an invaluable contribution to the bands sound. The band never featured a permanent drummer and a string of players graced the stool. Having made several demo recordings and playing extensive gigs around the country, they had their first break up. Each of its members pursued other musical interests until the spring of 1994 when they reformed. In that same year they found a permanent drummer in Fin OLeary. Jill Hahn then left in the spring to return to her native San Francisco, replaced by Brian Gough on other guitar and organ. They recorded their first album Nobodys Working Title on Independent Records that summer and continued to play across the country.

It was then that Andy Cairns from northern rockers Therapy? Released four singles on his label Blunt. Two of these singles featured the songs off the bands first record and 6 brand new songs were quickly penned for the final two.

In 1995, Derrick Dalton left and was replaced by John Duff. The band began to play their first gigs in London, frequenting the infamous venues in Camden town and it wasnt long before they came to the attention of the legendary Seymour Stein who funded further recordings. 1996 saw The Pets play in Germany and Holland and several return visits to London. In August of that year they recorded their second and final album Humbucker which featured a tougher guitar driven sound. The record was again funded by Cairns who had become an invaluable patron of the band.

Having promoted the record with a series of gigs and a brief tour of England the band called it a day in May of 1997.

This year, following discussions between Clafferty, OLeary and Gough, the band was kick started once more. Derrick Dalton, now playing in the band Crumb, was asked if he would pick up his Bass once more. Thankfully he agreed.


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The Stars Are Underground





Jun 27 2008 11:18 AM

The Stars Are Underground screening as part of Darklight Film Festival Weekend. 27 June 2008 @ Filmbase, Curved Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

Ongoing exhibition screenings as part of Art piece "Underground" in association with ROAD RECORDS and DARKLIGHT Film festival 2008
Friday 27 June - Sunday 6 July 2008. STREET PARTY LAUNCH @ Road Records, 27 June, 6.
30pm
SWOPE





Jun 17 2008 10:15 PM

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The Stars Are Underground





May 1 2008 1:50 PM

FINALLY . " The Stars Are Underground" the legendary low budget documentary film concerning alternative, hardcore and independent music way back in Celtic Kitten 90's Dublin is up and embedded on it's page in three easily digested parts. Come take a look if you get a chance.

you will also notice clips for Mexican Pets and Jubilee Allstars among others .

all best + peace

T/S/A/U .
mondo primo





Mar 24 2008 3:06 PM

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Dingo the Dog...





Jan 14 2008 11:01 PM

Dig the tunes...

Bascom & Tracy

www.dingothedog.com
HEX FILM (((indie videos)))





Dec 22 2007 11:02 AM

Large Mound





Dec 20 2007 12:25 AM

fisherofgold





Aug 29 2007 8:18 AM

thanks very much for adding me...great tracks! wishing you all the best...
with love from wexford...
joe kingman x
Audio Warehouse





Jul 19 2007 3:41 AM

Please come to our Trade Show/Party on Thursday July 26th. Check www.AudioWarehouse.ie for details. Cheers, Paul
Nine IX Lives





Jun 24 2007 4:51 AM

Awh, thats not so good then... Even just a one off would be cool. Keep us posted if (and when) you decide to do a gig.
Talk to yous soon,
Conor
Nine IX Lives





Jun 17 2007 8:55 AM

Hey Guys,
Amazing songs! "inspired by American bands such as Husker Du and Dinosaur Jnr."- Perfect! We fucking love Husker Du. Hurry up and play more gigs!
Conor
Sick and Indigent Song Club





Mar 27 2007 7:47 AM

Villa R





Mar 2 2007 4:28 PM

Villa R album release party w support from Crumb and Richer than Astronauts.

Boom Boom Room. Thursday, March 15th.

Fun in an indie-pop kinda way! You are cordially invited.
The Blue Sylph





Feb 5 2007 10:16 AM

That's an awful shame, but I will live in hope!
The Blue Sylph





Feb 4 2007 6:14 AM

I'm so disappointed I missed the gig last year... So when are you guys going to do another one????
Left Engine





Jan 31 2007 12:32 PM

herts/essex/cambs 4 piece LEFT ENGINE www.myspace.com/leftengine have now been added to this great bill.


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Tickets available online at: www.seetickets.com

Also available from venue: 01462 434801

And Davids Music in Letchworth.
Villa R





Jan 24 2007 4:19 PM

Our new CD - Songs from the Apex - is now available to buy on our page. All praise, comments and/or general abuse highly appreciated!
the star department





Jan 19 2007 6:39 AM

Hey lads, hope you can make it down!

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Maccattack





Nov 27 2006 3:30 PM

So when are you guys playing again?
Coldspoon Conspiracy





Nov 17 2006 5:07 AM

Our last gig ever!

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Sy5





Oct 19 2006 8:47 AM

for no apparent reason, i have had various Pets songs in my head for the past two days.

do you think i should be concerned about this?
the star department





Aug 4 2006 10:51 AM

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For a concession flyer email; the_star_department@yahoo.ie
GuessWork Media





Jul 19 2006 6:28 AM

Heya,
Hope you can come to this. It's the 2nd in our series of gigs and all the bands will be doing a cover of one of the other bands songs, putting their own spin on it. 3 great bands and really worth checking out live. For fans of Explosions in the Sky, Death Cab for Cutie, Low, Pedro the Lion AND MORE. Check out their pages on our top 8.
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Coldspoon Conspiracy





Jul 19 2006 8:25 AM

So what have you guys been up ta?

Was May just a once-off?
L-TRON





Jun 21 2006 10:21 PM

Thanks so much for the addage!
Ive been a pets fan for many years..I even played you on my old radio show in Ottawa! Glad to hear that you're playing again...maybe I'l get to see you live sometime in the near future...thinking about going back to Ireland in Aug....we'll see!
Take care,
~ Lea
the star department





Jun 19 2006 2:14 PM

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the basement league





May 21 2006 4:05 AM

I only have one thing to say about the Roisin Dubh gig - GIFT!! Well done lads. Wish I could've made it to Dublin as well.
itsrainingoutagain





May 15 2006 2:25 AM

Super gig lads. You still have it. Hope to see you again sometime soon.
Coldspoon Conspiracy





May 14 2006 12:02 PM

yeah, we picked it up yesterday (although Whelans was closed all day for some reason?)

thanks a million for having us Friday.
such an honour!
yiz were amazing, and thanks for the song dedications!
best gig i've seen in ages.
so many great, great songs.
0wned by n0ths.com





May 14 2006 12:01 PM

General Bastard Brigade
Kirk





May 12 2006 2:10 AM

Really looking forward to this gig lads.. Excellent news.
Maccattack





May 8 2006 2:01 AM

I know that Pat is a big fan of the Go-Betweens and is probably as sadend as I am by Grant McLennans death on the weekend.

Pat. If you know any, is there any chance you might play one of his songs at the Dublin gig?
Fin





May 4 2006 3:12 AM

yo yo yo.

does Eric have a snare and cymbals?

f
Large Mound





May 3 2006 4:37 AM

Looking forward to the Galway gig lads. I suppose we should discuss gear.
Maccattack





Apr 20 2006 1:50 PM

For me, this has got to be the gig of the year if not longer. The Pets are one of my all time favourite bands. I was very dissapointed when they broke up. Cant wait for this gig. Any chance of a likely set list?

How about:
Scarper
Hill of Beans
Makeral Sky High
Used being used

fuck it. Play them all!!
Reynardine





Apr 13 2006 6:48 AM

Great clip lads
Fin





Apr 11 2006 8:53 AM

Oh Jesus.
crumb





Apr 10 2006 5:04 PM

check out stigmata errata here

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfdaEjr2fgw
Me Vs You





Apr 10 2006 11:02 AM

welcome back lads.cant wait for this whelans show.
Coldspoon Conspiracy





Apr 5 2006 4:04 AM

can't wait for the 12th!

give us a shout if ya need a hand with postering or anything...
South Mark





Apr 4 2006 2:08 AM

So I have been surreptitiously spreading the good word about the gig on the 12th, generating a buzz around the water-cooler, getting the streets awhispein'.
Reynardine





Apr 1 2006 9:53 AM

Hello lads, the time is now..
Sinéad





Mar 31 2006 1:19 AM

Just listening to the songs again and it's amazing how fresh they sound 12 years on.
Really looking forward to the Whelan's gig.
Noelle





Mar 24 2006 8:22 AM

Ah lads, you kept us waiting for years to reform then you decide to do it when I'm off travelling the world... Damn.
u:mack productions





Mar 23 2006 10:52 AM

respect. I hear theres a big party in claffs house the night of the gig.. can u send me the adress? nice one
timo
fred





Mar 17 2006 7:46 AM

irish pets are better.
Coldspoon Conspiracy





Mar 2 2006 7:37 PM

Hope the practicing is coming along well!

Friday 3rd March, Whelans
THE COLDSPOON CONSPIRACY
LARGE MOUND
WINDINGS (Steve from giveamanakick)

Admission is €8.
Rock up at 8.30pm.
Tickets from WAV box office or on the door.

Bye bye for now!
Distort Records





Feb 23 2006 6:41 AM

Aye - I reckon a trip on the ferry will be on the cards once a bit of giggage is announced.

Keep it up, chaps :P
finc