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Puppetbox
Rock / Electro / Shoegaze

"Post Geek Synth Rock"

BROOKLYN, New York
United States

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   Puppetbox: General Info
Member Since10/21/2003
Band Websitethepuppetbox.com
Band MembersJohn Payne(guitar, vocals), Mark Annotto(drums), Chris Tempas(synth, vocals)

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InfluencesWe're hesitant to list influences because it might let on that 1) we ripped off other bands or 2) we have horrible taste in music. But here are some bands people have likened us to...even if we don't agree Weezer, The Killers, Ghostland Observatory, The Cars, nothing like Vampire Weekend, The Bravery, New Order, The Jesus and Mary Chain, not really like The Pixies, possibly like Hot Chip, LCD Soundsytem, wish we were like Say Hi To Your Mom but not so much like U2 except their 80's albums, we are nothing like Bjork or Kimya Dawson, the exact opposite of the Pussycat Dolls, shockingly dissimilar to Britney Spears and this concludes our search engine optimization.
Sounds LikeHere are some sounds we would like to emulate. Jesus and Mary Chain guitar, feedback and distortion. This seems to be en vogue again and I am all for it. If one can learn to play feedback rather than just let it happen it is a skill The drums should fall in a wierd place between punk and old blues. That would be cool. The synth sounds incorporate vintage square and saw waves with pipe organs for a full sound that hits just about every resonance possible. And speaking of resonance we run a bunch of different filters and LFOs on the synth to create all kinds of complimentary and lead sounds. Finally, all the above is a pretentious wish list that may never quite pull together, but its good to have goals.
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   About Puppetbox
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Puppetbox is a band. They are currently under the radar. In fact, both the radar and the band are unaware of each other. The band plays electro, rock, shoegazer, geek, pop music - and the radar continues to serve as a metaphor for bands that have made lots of money versus those that will forever be "emerging." In case you were wondering about the name of the band, puppetbox is either a device to control the minds of the hapless proletariat, OR we actually have a box full of puppets, both are probably illegal in Texas. The band recorded their last album in Zamunda, the Chateau de la Prétentieux, and with the hottest Japanese producer, ??? in Tokyo.



Below is the hilarious new music video for our song KILL YOU DEAD! This was from the twisted minds of the comedy group, Armed & Ridiculous



The new Puppetbox song "Done By Numbers" is featured in a Dominos Pizza commercial airing in Puerto Rico. Check out the spot!!!!!!!!!!!!



Some recent reviews of the band include:

"I urge your ears to listen to this cut "Kill You Dead" I sincerely hope to hear more from these guys." - prettymuchamazing.com

"Tycker dom verkar vara tre ganska roliga killar som inte behöver oroa sig för att varken nummer ett, eller två. Tycker dom lyckas riktigt bra med att låta bra." letmepressplay.blogspot.com/2008/02/puppetbox.html (must know Swedish)

"The song "Kimberly" reminds me a lot of old Weezer, say Blue era gone synthy. Especially the lyrics "You look like you could be much fun/you smell like bubblegum." Now this is a good thing." - Dreamsofhorse.blogspot.com

"I like the mix of rock and elctro sounds here. good guitar licks, and nice changes. fun and poppy, but still dark and geeky." redfizz.com

"This track (Kimberley) is pure fun!" - indiedontdance.blogspot.com

"Just call that song all kinds of f**ked up" - music critic, Brian


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Puppetbox's Friends Comments
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Ember





Oct 3 2008 4:35 PM

I'm wicked good at singing off key!

Your music is a lot of fun. =)
Jinna





Sep 26 2008 8:17 AM

hi Puppetbox!! you ROCK!!!!!<3
Lollipop Magazine





Sep 25 2008 11:43 PM

thanks for the add!

www.lollipop.com
¥¤ Karen





Sep 25 2008 2:59 PM

Puppetbox, Hope you had a sweet Hump Day
EXx





Sep 22 2008 5:52 AM

Thanks Puppetbox
Love your sound
Amitiés
Wasteful Consumption Patterns





Sep 12 2008 2:49 AM

hello my estranged myspace friend.

i have been busy working on the new cd and trying to stay out of trouble. the new cd is about half finished.

i am writing to tell you about my new song CHAINSAW FUCKER.

it's the first song i've released since my inkarceration in the mental health facility. it's going to be released on my next cd.

please listen to it and leave me a komment about it. it's the top song on my myspace page on the player.

feel free to put the song on the profile player on your page.

thank you.

sincerely,
korpserape
THE ELEVENS





Sep 8 2008 6:40 AM

Hey guys! Thanks for the add! Hope to have you here soon! Don't forget about Curious Buddies and the favor shall be returned! They're in Philly now!
-Mark Sheehan
I'm at this club to now!
HITOSHI KUROKI





Sep 11 2008 4:23 AM

hello!

thanks for the add!!!

I love your music!
Eric Sean X - NEW SONGS POSTED





Sep 4 2008 3:26 AM

Wassup to all my new friends. Thanks for the add!

Be sure to get my album Rap Love (Ghetto Edition)!

http://CdBaby.com/EricSeanX

And check my profile for a FREE downloads of my club song, Shake That, and my compassionate song, Cant U C. Limited time only. Holla wit a comment if you like my music!

Much love ya'll, Eric Sean X aka Qpit
Noble Brats





Aug 31 2008 12:11 PM

Thanks 4 adding us!
:) NB
Steff





Aug 26 2008 7:41 AM

Hey!

Thank you for ADD/REQUEST!

Have a nice day!
Jean





Aug 22 2008 4:47 PM

THANX FOR THE ADD!!! LOVE THE SOUND!! ;)
Pete Westwater





Aug 19 2008 4:50 PM

Thanks for the add,i like your music,all the best!
EBAY_NEATSTUFF2008





Aug 15 2008 5:22 PM

great music guys! rock on :D
Calamity Magnet





Aug 14 2008 2:30 AM

Thanks for being pals with us! :)
Club Bohemia At The Cantab





Aug 7 2008 3:44 PM

you've made it to the front page of Live at Club Bohemia (it's the neon pastels). Enjoy the 15 minutes of fame.
eMOTION@LARGE





Aug 6 2008 7:28 PM

Thanks, I like your sound. Will need to play some exchange gigs together...
MissMary





Jul 31 2008 4:52 PM

Hi Puppetbox How's it going? I hope you have a great day.Thanks for the add.You Rock! your friend Mary
FULL





Jul 24 2008 4:37 PM

Hey, thanks for the add!!
Great sound...
Full(Pisa)
Buffalo Drive





Jul 22 2008 1:59 PM

Hey we got a show in Brooklyn on Aug 3rd. Check it out
Tara London





Jul 16 2008 11:17 AM

Hi Guys...

Its been a while, thought I would drop by and see how your doing :o)

I hope this finds you well & happy.

Drop by and say hello when you have some time.

Take care,

Tara xxx
Ohad





Jul 13 2008 1:12 PM

Hey, Just wanted to stop by and say hi. Hope all is well. Ohad
Curious Buddies





Jul 9 2008 6:04 PM

We would love to play NYC, Please get us a show, we want to do a short tour in September, We've got two dates in September, If you could get us a show on the 15th or 16th of September it would be great.

Love Steve

Also I'm throwing an awesome house show July 18th.
Here's the Bulletin,
Help us fuel the last pure form of live music. No business involved. Just people and Music.



Curious Buddies, Real Life Time Machines, Party Wolf, Mail Myself To Thoreau, The Trials and Tribulations, Cheaters Club, and Jenny O spinning Records between. This is gonna be amazing, 18th of July, starts at 7:00, Free, BYOB, spread the word, 7 Church Ave, West Hatfield, MA 01088. Additional info E-mail me at the Curious Buddies Page or send a letter to the address above.


You should come. Stay over, Pajama party!
PHYSALIA





Jul 5 2008 8:53 PM

**********W A R N I N G**********
L'ÉCUME DES NUITS EN VENTES EN LIGNE

Le nouvel album de PHYSALIA est prêt pour vous mais l'êtes vous pour lui??!!
Nous sommes dans l'obligation de vous avertir qu'il peut être extrêmement dangereux pour votre santé mental et que tous les dégâts sont irréversibles!!!

BIENVENUE DANS LA MACHINE...

BIENVENUE DANS PHYSALIA!!!
Curious Buddies





Jul 4 2008 8:34 AM

We're coming to NYC when you invite us baby! We love your cd!
When we get settled in Philly we'll bring you down!?
Curious Buddies





Jul 3 2008 11:06 PM

Hi! Let's Trade!
alanna





Jun 30 2008 4:33 PM

you guys are so fun and the music is tight - hope i can see you again this summer :)
Saucy Jessie





Jun 13 2008 2:38 AM

Puppetbox is 12 shades of awesome
~ l i s a ~





Jun 11 2008 8:34 PM

thanks for the add! ROCK ON!!