Fish Friend on saxabell/percussapole/keyboard, Nathan Goldman on guitar/tambourine/vocals, Tyler Kelly on drums, Kyle Little on guitar/bongos/vocals, Kaevan Tavakolinia on bass/vocals, Sparkles the manatee on life in general, and GATOR-MAN shows up occasionally to shoot fog rings from a laser gun and look badass.
Influences
The Doors, Frank Zappa, R.E.M., Captain Beefheart, Frank Black, Pixies, They Might Be Giants, Belle & Sebastian, Ween, The Who, The Flaming Lips, LCD Soundsystem, Why?, The Decemberists, The National, Weezer, Talking Heads, so many more...basically all the music we like, which we could never hope to list in a box this small.
Sounds Like
Our sound is changing constantly. Stagnation is boring, so we try to keep it interesting for everyone. We've heard comparisons to Talking Heads, The Doors, Pixies, The Flaming Lips, Frank Zappa, and They Might Be Giants.
Once upon a time, Kyle Little, Nathan Goldman, and Kaevan Tavakolinia formed a band. The band was to be called Mr. Fish, and it was to be the greatest band in the world. They finally got together to play some songs, and... they kinda sucked. HOWEVER, with the addition of Paul Tilson ..s, they... still kinda sucked. They had no drums. This is where Tyler Kelly comes in. Incredible drummer, though only about 5 feet tall (Tyler would like us to mention that he has since grown, though he will always be 5 feet tall in our hearts...), Tyler was called upon to join Mr. Fish. When they all got together, a mighty sound was to be heard, but something was missing. Fish Friend was the last member to join the group, and with his mighty sax of doom and beloved pet manatee Sparkles, he brought the group's sound together once and for all. But sadly, this lineup could not remain forever. Paul Tilson's fingers were nibbled off by a wild band of badger warriors. Unable to play his instrument, Paul sadly departed, leaving keyboard duties to Fish. By a strange twist of fate, Paul's fingers grew back the next day, but still he did not return to the ranks of Mr. Fish. Damn shame.
"Mr. Fish makes me want to ride into space on the back of an Octopus for an intergalactic salad. Seriously. Zappa's rolling in his grave right now ... dancing to Mr. Fish." - Trent Haaga, writer of Toxic Avenger Part IV, Deadgirl, Poor Things, Dog Raped Wife; star of Terror Firmer, Bonnie and Clyde Vs. Dracula, Killjoy 2.
Video of Mr. Fish performing new song "Bursting Blood Vessels pts. 1 & 2" at the YROCKC Battle of the Bands:
Dear Friend, finally it is out! The LONG expected release of our EP "Interrupted (Triptych I)" !!!
"you wonder why get interrupted / was life too fast / the nights too long / you give a fuck / get interrupted / you want no break / keep speeding on..."
Watch the music video, created by the young & wild Japanese video artist Yukihiro Taguchi. Be Surprised! You will also find some wicked REMIXES on Youtube and iTunes ;-)
Learn more about our current project "Triptych I-III" on our MySpace site...
There is currently a search for two types of bands for record label consideration.
*** Note: PLEASE IDENTIFY IF YOU ARE IN GROUP 1 OR 2 IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR RESPONSE. Emails are being reviewed by different representatives.
1. A Pop/Rock/Commercial band with female lead. Band must consist of 2 guitars (Prefer both guitar players to be of lead caliber. However, one lead and one rhythm is acceptable), keyboard/piano, bass, and drums. Lead vocal, followed by backing vocals, in that order, is a plus as it relates to other members of the group. Average age of the band cannot exceed 28 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
2. A Modern Rock band with male lead. Must be a complete band but there are no prerequisites as it relates to the make up of the band. Average age of the band cannot exceed 23 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
XXX - If you meet the minimum qualifications as described above. Email a link for your MySpace Page and if applicable, a link for your website to: recordingartistsearch@gmail.com
Only send one email with your links. Due to the volume of responses normally received for these types of opportunities. After review of your material, you will only be contacted if there is an interest in attending one of your shows by a label representative. As such please to not send any follow up emails regarding selections. If you were not contacted back, there was not an interest.
Thank You.
PS: Before You Enter Any MySpace Contests You Might Want To Also Review The Website At: www.st
Hey buddy! How are you. Check it out, I am up on iTunes, Napster, and Rhapsody. You should check it out! Maybe pick out one you like and help me out. Stay in touch. Let me know what you think of my tunes! Zach
Hey buddy! How are you. Check it out, I am up on iTunes, Napster, and Rhapsody. You should check it out! Maybe pick out one you like and help me out. Stay in touch. Let me know what you think of my tunes! Zach
we have to start taking the promotional CDs to people like radio stations and stuff... and I'm scared of how they will take it... but meeeeeeh LOVE YOU GUYSSSS!
I’ve posted a new song on myspace about the ongoing antics of our KC mayor. It’s called Funk’s Way Redux and you can also catch it on the Star’s Prime Buzz site. Check it out!
The popular Folk on the Patio series continues at SPIN! this Monday night, August 25 with singer/songwriter Laura Lisbeth performing at the Overland Park restaurant from 6-8 p.m.
Music will continue at the Lee’s Summit restaurant with talented finger-style guitarist Rick Malsick playing from 6-8 p.m.
And… SPIN is starting music at the Olathe restaurant this week! Jim Abel will be playing his unique brand of folk and alternative music from 6-8 p.m. on the patio. Come out for a great pizza, a cool drink, and some terrific music!
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