Richard Dev Greene - Vocals and Guitar
/Luke Miller - Bass, Backup Vocals
/Brian "Wolfman" Wolfe - Drums
Influences
Lester Bangs, James Dean, Gloria Stienam, Bill Hicks, Desmond Tutu, Marlena Dietrich, Albert Einstein, Elaine Stritch, Dave Chappell, Jon Stewart, Fellini, Virginia Woolf, Siddhartha, Hedwig, Janet Shores, Carlos Castaneda, Joseph Campbell, Quentin Crisp, Bebe Neuwirth, Alan Watts, Noam Chomsky, Seth, Hitchcock, Bugs Bunny, Danny Kaye, Chris Rock, Marx Brothers, Kurosawa, Oscar Wilde.
Sounds Like
"Hell Yeah - Pale Moon Gang's pop punk never lets up, a full on sound that will have ya throwin' down. Richard, Luke and Brian have got it goin' on ." Starr Tucker - NY Waste, CD Review, Feb 2007
CD Review from THE BIG TAKEOVER Issue 60, Summer 2007:
"With so much of the Big Apple (especially Manhattan) seemingly losing its soul of late, it's good that there are local bands like this trio to bring back some of the grit and spirit of old New York. Richard Dev Greene's meaty, overdriven guitar riffs combine with the pounding rhythms of bassist Luke Miller and drummer Brian Wolfe to form an explosive, tight 'n' crunchy attack that brings to mind recent incarnations of The New York Dolls and Stooges. In fact, the band even do a cover of their hero Iggy Pop's 1979 LP title track 'New Values',
and kick up a good head of steam doing it. And with potent, melodic originals like 'Yeah X 3' and 'Talkin' To Myself (To Get By)', this debut is a complete knockout."
CD Review from 411mania.com Posted by Mitch Michaels 10/23/2007:
"Pale Moon Gang is your typical indie punk act on the surface, a trio of high energy musicians who are into loud riffs and smacking drums. Fortunately, the band also has some nice features going for them. First is vocalist Greene, who brings an aspect of maturity and reality to the band. The man's been around and he's seen the original New York punk scene, and it's reflected in his granular, gutter - dwelling singing and lyrics. On solos for "Talkin' To Myself", you hear a rock edge that is forgotten in polished pop/punk and neglected by the band's indie counterparts. This is punk and it rocks hard, jagged edges and all.
Miller and Wolfe prove to be a great rhythm section. First off is their backing vocals, though, which add an aspect of energy to the songs that would be missing if Greene were singing alone. Then you have that stripped down rumble, most apparent on "Dead Seventeen", a song so tough that you'd better have your aspirin handy.
PALE MOON GANG is a tight half hour of punk rock. It kicks off with "New Train Runnin'", a catchy proto-punk tune that starts out with "I've got my will ... I'm not for sale". Not exactly thought provoking, but its delivered by a man that absolutely believes it, and that shines through. "Yeah X 3", a song that lampoons teenage skirt chasing (and perhaps masterbation), is even tougher, but no less catchy.
If you didn't know what they're in this for, the band lays it out with their cover of Iggy Pop's "New Values". Their version glorifies the lo-fi, seedy fun of punk rock in the late 70's and comes across as a pure tribute rather than a cheap imitation. They rock out their own approximations of punk classics with "Talkin' To Myself To Get By" and "Dead Seventeen".
PALE MOON GANG is a great debut. It showcases both youthfull energy and a mature understanding of the punk rock scene, something that no other indie bands seem to be doing today. The album isn't exactly commercial-friendly, but people who dig punk rock (or who dug it back in the day) will find the songs fun, appealing and dead-on in their NYC punk scene vibe. Pure raw power."
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Dearest Richard, Thanks so much,you give me a lot of faith in the healing power of friendship and rock and roll. I look forward to hearing and seeing you again. Your newest material is great also. All my love to the band. L.A.M.F. B-
Dearest Richie and Luke, Thanks so much for treating me so special, I came out of your show feeling 100%better, It was just what I needed, and you just get better all the time. Please stay Close. Peace, Love, Understanding and NYC Rock and Roll, B-
Hey Guys I Want To Wish You Guys A Very Happy New Year.Sorry I can't Be at The Gig Tonight!!Have a Great Gig!!!Hope That You will be Playing again Very Soon...I will be there...You Have Heard about Ron Ashton Right?
Hey cats, I will be gracing your fair city again in January. Maybe for a week or two. THis calls for a show. Please please pritty please can you play a gig in January. I can come anytime in January. Im so fucking excited to see you guys again. That means you to Janet. love love Libby
I am really looking forward to Fontana's this Thursday, Cant tell you how much I dig your music on My Space..You have made a fan for life! Best wishes,and as they say in Show business, "Break a Leg!"
Hi RDG, *laughing* don't worry :) I think, it would be better not to rush that referring to get comfortable to that graveyard :D I just love the atmosphere there :) I like your song "All the Nightcrawlers" very much! It is one of my favourites now! Love, Chanda
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