San Francisco's Mission Players have established themselves as one of the best live acts around. Their infectious grooves melodically, harmonically and rhythmically blend soul, funk, jazz and blues. "The Mission Players slap on some fresh treads and nice rims and cover ground like champs" Dennis Cook, Jambase.com, Cook's Corner.
Grown out of jam sessions in San Francisco's Mission District, Mission Players found their core group in early 2001, consisting of: Mike Mulqueen (Lead Vocals/Guitar), Greg Garvey (Bass), Jason Movrich (Guitar/Vocals), Erik Mekkelson (Sax) and the latest addition to the band, Jessie Hiller (Drums). The band's songs reflect the deep-rooted music of 70s soul and funk and are heavily flavored with influences from Stevie Wonder, James Brown and The Meters. "Our ultimate goal is to produce a high energy live show that makes people need to shake their feet on the dance floor" Mike Mulqueen.
2004 saw Mission Players release their first full length album entitled, "Live & Livin' It" (SFG Records), recorded live at Elbo Room in San Francisco. The year also saw live dates spread all throughout the state of California and beyond. 2005 found Mission Players touring the ski slopes of Colorado and live dates throughout Southern California and the rest of the state.
The band's latest CD release, "Get Back Soul" blends some amazing Soul, Funk and Blues music. It's sure to be one of your favorites.
The band has recently shared co-bills with the likes of: Papa Mali, On the One, Irvin Mayfield Quintet, Fareed Haque Group, Robert Walter and members of Galactic. "...the "soul-funk-groove" quintet, whose high-energy live shows have been known to get even beer-clutching wallflowers out on the floor cutting a rug..." Bill Picture, San Francisco Chronicle, Pop Beat.
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Mike and guys, i may bail my plans in SF and come on out, after all it is your bday and I booked the show! MISSION PLAYERS, this Sat 8/4 in Berkeley, Starry Plough. w/ San Pablo Project and Five Dollar Suit (a bluegrass act playing 1st, maybe they will bring some funky James Brown bluegrass stylee, but don't hold your breath)...thanks! if i DON'T make it happy bday and have a great show and time on Saturday. Tom / Berkeley CA
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For all the kind love you have given us, it is time for us to give something back to you...our first little EP:
Lazlo--Live Mountain Sampler
9 loaded tracks of some live sweetness, polished and shiny.
Come on over to our space and download the entire album, including the artwork, FOR FREE.
This summer finally looks ripe for us to jump in our bus and play a few shows...if you have any venues you want us to check out, let us know and we'll look them up...otherwise, keep your ear to the ground for us!
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