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mia and jonah
Americana / Folk / Rock

a miracle will take you to a window in the wall



Oakland, California
United States

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Member Since9/9/2005
Band Websitewww.miaandjonah.com
Band Members"Rooms for Adelaide" now available at CD Baby or iTunes

Mia: acoustic guitar, electric bass, saw,vocals

Jonah: acoustic/electric guitars, harmonica, vocals

John Hanes: kit drums

Seth Ford-Young(Tom Waits): acoustic upright bass

Myles Boisen(Tom Waits): electric guitar/banjo

InfluencesBillie Holiday, Toshi Reagon, Neil Young, The Cowboy Junkies, Hem, Emmylou Harris, Iron and Wine, A.J. Roach, The Counting Crows, Nina Simone, M. Ward, Paul Simon, Ray Lamontagne, Ani DiFranco, and Jet Li.
Sounds LikeSF CHRONICLE-
"Jeff Buckley-esque blend of country, folk and rock ...songs of singular beauty played and sung without pretense."

TUNEJAR –
“Mia and Jonah infuse the American folk tradition with their authentic story-telling and unassuming performance style. Lyrically intimate and melodically poignant, Mia and Jonah's blend of temperate guitar, harmonica, and drums recalls the likes of Iron & Wine, Devendra Banhart, Jana Hunter, and M. Ward. Sweetly sorrowful and lushly orchestrated, Mia and Jonah are unassuming and express their innermost experiences simply and purely. Genuine, timeless and telling.”

GLIDE MAGAZINE-
“(Their) music helped me make an important connection: the dichotomies inherent in life are the essence of what it's all about. They aren't ugly or beautiful; they are both simultaneously. Through their music, Mia and Jonah dissect the nature of existing and honor life, especially its tumultuous weather and confusing times… I hope I can always do the same.”

EUGENE WEEKLY-
“Likely to stir audiences from the magical trance induced only by those special performers who create what they live and live what they create.”

NORTH BAY BOHEMIAN-
“Oakland duo Mia and Jonah, is an early candidate for one of those year-end "Best Music You Never Heard in 2008"_ lists. Sounds like a made-inheaven coupling of Martha Wainwright and Iron & Wine's Sam Beam. An earthy blues inflects but never overtakes their voices, and the music benefits from a very roomy, natural feel.”

EAST BAY EXPRESS-
"Ribbons of dark, Waits-like Americana and deeper layers... promise to eventually reveal themselves."

MUSIC MORSELS-
“This Oakland based singer/songwriter duo create mesmerizing music, blending their diverse vocal styles in haunting, soul-tugging harmony. Jonah is a midground between Sting and Cat Stevens, while Mia channels Bonnie Raitt through a gritty wail ala Janis. Their lyrics are heartfelt and intelligent, augmented by edgy, rootsy blues folk sprinkled with enough instrumental prowess to make you notice that as well.”

THE OWL MAG-
"Exquisitely crafted harmonies... truly a pleasure to listen to."

NASCENT MAGAZINE-
“The twosome's lush harmonies and minimalist instrumentation take a backseat to quaking vocal delivery and consoling lyrics that show empathy for tales of woe. Mia's ruddy growl naturally resonates with hard luck, while Jonah's countrified drawl constructs an unconditional beacon of hope... a hushed duet reminiscent of Irish troubadour Damien Rices collaborations with Lisa Hannigan,”

THE REGISTER GUARD-
"Vulnerable vocals approach those of the haunting and evocative Cowboy Junkies... Simmering, sad Americana"

HYBRID MAGAZINE –
“It is like they are speaking in your ear, infiltrating your mind and helping you to see more clearly through the foggy thoughts that hamper your way.”

SF BAY GUARDIAN–
“When Mustari takes the mic, the sound becomes a hybrid of Norah Jones and Melissa Etheridge. Her deep, jazzy voice works best when backed by Blumstein's, which prompts comparisons to a less somber Elliott Smith. The duo are at their strongest when the harmonies ring out.”

THE DAILY VAULT –
“Mia & Jonah present music for the mind as well as the ear... the lyrics, tell the story just as well as the music -- like all great folk songs."

THE BIG TAKEOVER MAGAZINE -
“Her: darkly romantic, almost husky voice. Him: a lighter tough, a calmer soul. Together: harmonies and quietly poetic souls entwined.”

EVOLUTION OF MEDIA -
“Although the duo create sounds that will instantly remind of bands like Iron & Wine and the Shins, there are enough left turns and curve balls to give one the impression that the two are up to something quite different.
Mia--who sounds like a cross between Melissa Etheridge and Sheryl Crow--blends well with Jonah, whose voice is reminiscent of Elliott Smith’s, to create an interesting harmony fusion. From there the songs range from the waltz-tempo “Morning Hymnal” to the haunting “Rooms”, with each holding distinct pleasures of its own… Rooms For Adelaide is a fascinating piece of work that gets better and exposes more layers on each listen.”

PERFORMER MAGAZINE –
"The lyrics practically sing themselves… there’s enough soul in these Rooms to go around.”

WALNOTES-
“they remind me of the powerful duo of Damien Rice and Lisa Hannigan. . . the way that both duos make me feel. One big difference is. . . Mia and Jonah give the air of being warm and loving.”

Record LabelIndie


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"Rooms for Adelaide" is here! Get the Album today at CD Baby or iTunes


Compared to artists such as M. Ward, Devendra Banhart, Martha Wainwright, and the Damien Rice/Lisa Hannigan duo, indie singer/songwriters Mia and Jonah have a live show which is “likely to stir audiences from the magical trance induced only by those special performers who create what they live and live what they create.” (Eugene Weekly)

When they met in the fall of 2003, they had no idea that they would produce 2 albums together and complete a nation wide tour with their second – “Rooms for Adelaide” by 2008. Their music has been described as, “songs of singular beauty, played and sung without pretense” by the SF Chronicle as well as, “Genuine, timeless and telling” (Tunejar).

From packed house concerts, to coffee houses, and large venues, such as “Monterey Live” (CA), “Hotel Congress” (AZ), “Sam Bond’s Garage” (OR), “Virgin Mega Store” (CO/CA) and The Bitter End (NY), Mia and Jonah have an onstage chemistry described as a “made in heaven coupling” (North Bay Bohemian).

“I was watching them play “Wave”. It was already a favorite song, but it gave everybody the chills” An enchanted fan.

“We met during a gig at “Ex’pression College for Digital Media” in Emeryville, CA.” Mia describes their first interaction. “We were both on the bill. I fell asleep in the back and by the time I woke up, my ride home mysteriously and somewhat synchronistically disappeared. Jonah and his crew of musicians were there and invited to give me a lift home. Jonah had one little stipulation; he couldn’t take me to my house (all the way over the Bay Bridge) till the next morning. The rest as they say – is history.”

Jonah, a film/drama major at Dartmouth College is very excited about their next project. “It will include music as well as visual art to tell a story about love, magic, life and death.”

Mia and Jonah have shared stages as solo and duo artists with Sean Hayes, Jolie Holland, Toshi Reagon, Camper Van Beethoven’s Jonathan Segel and Victor Krummencher and AJ Roach.


Check out our new music video 3 Stories High!! It just won Glide Magazine's Best of 2008 Stranger's Almanac!

Rooms


Here is a video we made for the song "Junkyard Dog". We were at White Sands in New Mexico and got hit by the biggest windstorm in five years. We edited this footage while they shut down interstate 10 . . .

Check out a live performance of "Bird on the Wind" with Danya River singing harmonies


   


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Far West Fest





Jul 11 2009 6:14 PM

Hope to see you July 25th in Point Reyes for the Far West Fest!
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Jul 7 2009 6:59 PM

Thanks for accepting
enjoyed hearing your tunes
wish you the best

ian
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Jun 12 2009 11:49 PM



Way to go!! Love, peace & waffles!
We are greatful!


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May 28 2009 4:07 AM

now jump out and fly!
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Rodeo House





May 6 2009 2:53 AM

Come on out to the Back Forty in Pleasant Hill this Friday night!!! Great Food, Huge Dance Floor, Bar, and some awesome entertainment by Rodeo House!! Open to all ages! 6-10pm


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Matt Mills and the Wandering Past





Apr 28 2009 6:51 PM

hey, thanks for the add..

hope you like the music..
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Apr 28 2009 12:41 PM

After pre-release tours in Colorado and Georgia, Dehlia Low’s new full-length cd “Tellico” will be presented for the first time in Asheville this Thursday at the Grey Eagle ($8/10, thegreyeagle.com)! Several cuts off the new disk can be heard on at www.myspace.com/dehlialow and live takes of a few of the songs will be performed Thursday afternoon on WNCW 88.7FM. Thursday night’s show will also be a chance for those of you who didn’t make it to Merlefest to hear Lyons, Colorado’s own Spring Creek Bluegrass Band, who are also preparing to release a new disk next month. Dehlia Low will also be joined by “Tellico” producer Jon Stickley of the Shannon Whitworth band. We hope to see you out and thanks for supporting live, original, and local music. CD Release Poster! Courtesy of Phil Barker. Tellico, 2009
Nichole





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Apr 23 2009 6:53 PM

Rey Fresco, Timmy Curran, & Todd Hannigan.

Live at the Ventura Theater
Friday, May 1
All Ages / $10

Just spreading the word...Will be amazing!

Buy tickets here: http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0900428608A0A16B?artistid=1313540&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1
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Apr 22 2009 9:23 PM

MDR is offering 8 hours of free studio time to an up and coming New England artist via Sonicbids. I wanted to give you a heads up and send you over to our posting. If you're interested, you can submit your EPK for review.


Here's the link: http://Sonicbids.com/mdr

Thanks,


Mike D
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Apr 16 2009 11:25 PM

YES! I love you guys.
Thank you for putting that song up!
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Apr 15 2009 9:26 PM

Hey! I'm finally playing in your area... tell your friends, help me spread the word and I'll be seeing you sooner than later! I'm excited...

Tyler Stenson May 2009 Tour

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Apr 14 2009 7:01 PM

Rey Fresco playing at Ventura Theatre on May 1st
..Should be ill!
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Apr 13 2009 4:25 AM

thanks for listening!!
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Apr 10 2009 7:10 PM

I love that video for 3 story high.
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Apr 8 2009 3:57 PM

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