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Modernboys Moderngirls
Garage / Soul / Rock

Tour and New Album - August 2009!



Toronto, Ontario
Canada

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   Modernboys Moderngirls: General Info
Member Since1/19/2006
Band Websitehttp://www.modernboysmoderngirls.com
Band MembersModernboys Moderngirls are led by singer, guitarist & songwriter Akira Alemany.

The band:
Akira Alemany. singer, guitarist.
Brett Millius. drummer, backing vocals.
Juan Carlos Rivas. bassist.
Eddie Ruiter. keys.

For Bookings Contact: info(a)modernboysmoderngirls.com
Management/Canadian Press & Publicity: sari(a)audiobloodmedia.com
For U.S. Press & Publicity Contact: Sheila(a)RIghtOnPR.com



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Sounds Like"Modernboys Moderngirls...rock out like the devil has taken them over" -- Chart Attack Magazine

"If MBMG's name isn't on everyone's lips in the coming months, there's definitely something wrong with the world." -- Dose.ca

"All of the songs feel fully realized, with the band sporting a sound that’s alternately jangly, creepy...A confident release that could easily bring bigger things" -- Eye Weekly, Toronto

"The gem of the disc, just after the midway point, is the heartfelt and affecting A Hammond Organ Singing, which builds with a slow burn before cascading into a smouldering finish." -- NOW Magazine, Toronto

"the most striking thing about I Might As Well Break It: it sounds incredibly strong for a debut." -- iheartmusic.net, Ottawa

"Singer, songwriter and guitarist Akira Alemany...steers his bright, brash, raucous songs with a sure hand, popping the top, delivering the goods" -- Montreal Mirror

"Modernboys Moderngirls are doing their part to crank up the amps and put the brashness back in rock 'n roll. The band's debut record - I Might As Well Break It. - is ten songs that really play like a gig at a dark and dingy club. It leaves you sweat soaked, bruised and battered and remembering." -- Herohill.com, Halifax

"Meaty beats, slashing guitars... - you'll know the songs before they finish, and you'll like them. You'll like them a lot." -- Ottawa Xpress, Ottawa

"There’s something special in this lot, no doubt....the sky is the limit for Modernboys Moderngirls." -- The View Magazine, Hamilton

"Modernboys Moderngirls have enough on-stage energy to power a Greyhound bus" - shedoesthecity.com

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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Aug 21 2009 8:00P
iheartmusic festival w/ Oh No Forest Fires, The Love Machine, Balconies Ottawa
Aug 22 2009 8:00P
Green Room w/ This Invention Matters, The Balconies Montreal, Quebec
Aug 29 2009 3:00P
TARA Studios - AUX TV Presents Secret Sessions at Tara Toronto, Ontario
Sep 12 2009 8:00P
Black Sheep Inn (Balconies CD Release Party) Wakefield, Ontario

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   About Modernboys Moderngirls
Buy "I Might As Well Break It" CD, MBMG T-shirts & More
at the Modernboys Moderngirls Online Store (Killthe8.com)

Download "I Might As Well Break It" (2008) on iTunes!



Modernboys Moderngirls (MBMG) are either punk rockers who play soul music or soul musicians who play punk rock. It’s this dazzling combination of sound, songwriting and swagger - influenced by the Buzzcocks, Otis Redding, Nick Cave, James Brown and the White Stripes - that’s got people all across the country singing their praises. Led by songwriter, vocalist & guitarist Akira Alemany, MBMG pack depth and excitement into their jumpy, pulsing rhythms that are the backbone to Alemany’s punchy, emotional songs that you’ll know [the words to] before they finish” says the Ottawa Xpress.

MBMG first gained buzz in the summer of 2008 when they were invited to perform at North By Northeast (NXNE) festival and Edgefest all before even releasing an album. With growing attention, MBMG self-released a 10 song disc in Canada to excellent reviews across the country and strong airplay on campus radio stations, reaching 8 on the CBCRadio3 charts as well as garnering a CBCRadio3 Bucky Award nomination.

Now, after noteworthy appearances at Halifax Pop Explosion and Canadian Music Week, MBMG is getting ready to release their completed debut album, I Might As Well Break It (IMAWBI). The album, mixed by Ryan Mills (Born Ruffians, The Most Serene Republic), features 3 new songs and has also been remixed and re-mastered to prepare the record for an international release.

IMAWBI’s 10 songs relish in the unmistakable MBMG garage soul sound – A driving rhythm section, slashing guitars, and Alemany’s whiskeydrenched vocals. The album is an exposed live wire, that mimics the energy of the band’s live set, burning through 60s soul and garage, ‘50s pop gems and 70s punk-funk influenced songs. “The album is meant to never let up, never give you a chance to catch your breath. I wanted to make a record about people and relationships falling apart not brick by brick but all at once”, says Alemany about his intentions for the recording and writing of IMAWBI.

Modernboys Moderngirls are named after a description of Japanese youth from the 1920s who for the first time and only briefly, were free to explore Western arts & ideas. “We liked it as a name for its symbol of openness, passion & community and the reminder that it was taken away”, explains Alemany.

Already known in the Toronto music scene for their high energy live sets, MBMG is ready to connect with a growing audience, tour extensively behind IMAWBI, and continue earning their reputation as one of the most exciting Canadian bands of 2009.

Modernboys Moderngirls have been performers at:
Edgefest 2008
NXNE 2007, 2008, 2009
Halifax Pop Explosion 2008
CMW 2007, 2009
S.C.E.N.E. Music Festival, St. Catharines 2009

MBMG have been nominated for:
2008 CBCRadio3 Bucky Award

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Jun 29 2009 5:02 PM

Heya Modernboys Moderngirls!

Loving the Vibe...We just did a Hot new Electro Rock Track up called 'ALIVE' & added some cool new pics...check 'em out and drop us a comment,

keep up the energy
WE ARE BALBOA





Jun 23 2009 10:19 PM

We Are Balboa & GOLD LAKE loves Modernboys Moderngirls & Akira!!!
Super Abrazo y Besos!!!
C&L
JessiKa Violet





Jun 22 2009 10:03 PM

JessiKa Violet
Thanks for the friendship! -JessiKa xox
Clouds (that look like things)





Jun 22 2009 10:02 PM

Looking forward to tonight, should be a party, I've seen you guys a number of times and am looking forward to sharing the stage.
See you tonight,
-darcy
CLOUDS
the paint movement





May 26 2009 12:02 PM

it was good to share a couple stages with you cats , take it easy for now fellas
This Invention Matters





May 26 2009 12:02 PM

Hey, we have a show at Jupiter Room on May 30th with Oh No Forest Fires, Arietta, and The Balconies! it should be a sick show!! Spread the word if you'd like!! Thanks!
Jordan Safer





May 21 2009 3:24 AM

Hey Akira,

New tunes are sounding great. I'm glad to see you found a keys player that could accomodate. Stay in touch!

-Jordan
Groovetastic Entertainment





May 20 2009 12:05 AM

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May 14 2009 9:26 PM

Hey boys, we've got 3 new tunes up right now! Check 'em out and let us know what you think!

Take er easy
-GH
Toronto Queer West Arts Festival 2009 (June 13-20)





May 14 2009 9:26 PM

Thanks for your support of the International Queer West Arts Festival June 13 to June 20, 2009 in
Queer West, Toronto Ontario.
http://www.queerwest.org/queerwestfest_official_events.php
AUDIO BLOOD MEDIA





May 10 2009 5:15 PM

i dont know!!!

LOVE YOU BOYS SO MUCH
xoxoxoxo
Lonely Vagabond





May 9 2009 3:11 PM

A little drama at The Horseshoe with busted drums, but in the end, Modernboys Moderngirls reigns supreme.
Left of Zero





May 9 2009 3:11 PM

Awesome set last night guys! Love the new band! Great show! All the best MBMG!!!
The Spooky ScareCrows





Apr 9 2009 3:51 PM

You play the rock and roll!

Mexico loves you!
Paint





Mar 17 2009 4:43 AM

Killer set at CMW folks -- and props to the Brown bass player representing us :-) ...hope to see you again soon and if you ever need an opener, let us know!

Be well,
Robb
WE ARE BALBOA





Mar 16 2009 8:37 PM

Akira!!! Mañana nos vamos a Austin a comer BBQ!!!
Abrazo grandeeee!!!! :D
C y L
the paint movement





Mar 5 2009 11:56 PM

hey guys sweet tunes, can't wait to party in kingston!!!
maidavalelover 1





Feb 27 2009 11:09 PM

tak for add
- thanks

maidavalelover
denmark
Centretown Cripplers





Feb 23 2009 7:02 PM

Thanks for coming up guys. We had a blast on Friday night.
Looking forward to seeing you in Ottawa again soon!
Patrick Pleau {HYPE-MOI}





Feb 19 2009 10:08 PM

We did a show together at Petit Campus in Montreal months ago.(with my band Plajia)

I really liked your show guys! keep it up!

Patrick
Plajia
Etienn T.





Feb 19 2009 4:30 AM

Hey ! Thanks for the add ! You're a pretty good canadian band ! :)
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Feb 17 2009 3:38 PM

hi sailor.
MethAGOD





Feb 17 2009 11:11 AM

Sawatdee!!!
Greetings from Thailand :)
It's Not The Band I Hate...





Jan 26 2009 6:48 PM

Thanks for the add guys. Amazing set on Friday.

Photos: Modernboys Moderngirls @ Sneaky Dee's
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Jan 26 2009 6:47 PM

You guys were dynamite the other night!
Thanks so much for including us inside your aura of tight ass tunage!
Can't wait to do it again...
Carleigh, FJxo
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