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Secret Pop Band
Indie / Powerpop / Rock

"Pop-rockin' the Galaxy Hut November 9th!"

WASHINGTON, Washington DC
United States

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Last Login:  11/18/2008
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   Secret Pop Band: General Info
Member Since11/28/2005
Band Websitesecretpopmusic.com
Band MembersJ. Forté - Vocals, Guitars
Greg Gendron - Drums
Ody Leonard - Bass
InfluencesBeach Boys, Byrds, Duran Duran, Guided by Voices, Cheap Trick, Beatles, the Kinks, New Pornographers, Pernice Brothers, Sonic Youth, Superchunk, Beulah
Sounds LikeSort of like lo-fi Fountains of Wayne, Weezer, Guided by Voices, the Byrds, later Superchunk, the Legends, Radio Dept., Apples in Stereo, Postal Service but not really
Record LabelDon't Talk Records
Type of LabelIndie



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   About Secret Pop Band
Fronted by former Ape House singer J. Forté and featuring the stellar Lejeune rhythm section of Ody Leonard (bass) and Greg Gendron (drums), the Secret Pop Band (SPB) stands out in a crowded DC music scene by focusing on melody, hooks and the art of the three-minute pop tune.

Initially formed in the Fall of 2006 to promote J.’s debut solo record, Secret Pop, the SPB has evolved into a fully-realized, high-energy power-pop trio. The band is currently recording a full-length LP for a Fall 2008 release that will address Forté's main interests - music, mortality, space and romance.

The Secret Pop Band is recommended for fans of catchy vocals, fuzzy guitars, nimble bass playing and infectious drumming.

Press for Secret Pop

“A charming lo-fi record... highlighted by fuzzy guitars and Forte's sweet but hushed vocals.” -DCist

"Lo-fi guilty pleasures" -The Onion

““Secret Pop” is an apartment recorder’s wet dream” -Smother Magazine

“Pop music this good shouldn't be kept secret.” -Erasing Clouds

“Their self-described lo-fi pop belies their multi-instrumental talents; they're likely to swap instruments onstage and to impress you with their Sebadoh-like restraint.” -Washington Post

“Catchy ditties with many indie-pop trademarks” -Washington City Paper

“Charming melodies sounding pretty much like they had been recorded somewhere in Sweden.” -Hits In The Car

Purchase Secret Pop CDs from CDBABY or Not Lame Records

Purchase from iTunes HERE!


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Secret Pop Band's Friends Comments
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The Rhodes - Eddie Rhodes





Sep 24 2008 10:00 AM

Thank you for the compliments on our music!
Glad to make your cyber-acquaintance!
Cheers!
The Rhodes - Eddie Rhodes





Sep 24 2008 9:59 AM

Thanks for the ad!
Enjoyed listening to your music - great Tunes!
If you have a chance give us a listen and a comment of what you think of our songs.
Glad to make your cyber-acquaintance!
Cheers!
boy genius





Aug 30 2008 3:00 PM

So when are you guys coming up to NYC to play with us?
The Dupont Circles





Aug 7 2008 12:10 AM

Howdy. Thanks for the kind words. We dig your tunes too. Hope to get to Ft. Reno in time to catch your act tomorrow.
The Not-Its!





Aug 6 2008 6:37 PM

Hey Secret Pop Band. Thanks for being friends with us!

Love The Not-Its!
boy genius





Jul 19 2008 9:24 PM

great songs! we're looking forward to playing with you guys too.
Sir Doug





Jun 25 2008 11:22 PM

Just posted a blog about the Maiden show.
Comments encouraged and appreciated!
Charley Hoppe





Jun 14 2008 8:57 PM

Have a great show tonight fellas! I'd be there but have a last minute gig in Fredrick.
RESPECT the SPB!
Gary B & the Notions





Jun 10 2008 6:03 PM

This Friday Night In Baltimore Ottobar 9pm!
6-13-08 Ottobar!


This Saturday Evening (Early Show!) in DC the Red and the Black 7pm!
6-14-08 Early Show 7pm in DC!
Jen





May 29 2008 4:22 PM

Hi JJ! Secret Pop Band must be wonderful. I wish Brian, Adelaide, Maxine and I could be at the next show.
Can you come play in Western Mass soon? :) Sending love, Jen
Live Humans in DC - The Variety Open Mic





May 25 2008 5:47 PM

New Rock Church of Fire





May 14 2008 12:22 PM

dig it dudes!
Me You Us Them





Apr 3 2008 1:25 AM

hey let's trade gigs...we're actually originaly from maryland and would love to come down and play...let us know...we'll work something out

cheers,
ryan and ian-
paperweight





Apr 1 2008 6:00 PM

Hi,

Thanks for your kind word and the add.
Love your songs, especially "Lines to Follow"

Cédric =:= paperweight
The Sometime Favorites





Apr 1 2008 3:11 PM

many thanks for the add and your support

~the sometime favorites
RAT SKATES





Mar 29 2008 2:10 AM

Hey Secret Pop Band !

Thanks for Coming Down My Friend...



Watch Your Step!

RAT SKATES. COM
Jukebox the Ghost





Mar 23 2008 5:35 AM

Sounds killer guys!

Tommy
Jukebox the Ghost
Andrew Morse





Mar 22 2008 11:34 PM

Thanks for the add guys...sounds cool!
Rick





Mar 14 2008 6:21 PM

Just a couple from the other night:



Ody



All



James


The Courtesy Line





Feb 27 2008 2:30 AM

Thanks guys! Really diggin your stuff.
Amanda





Feb 25 2008 5:18 PM

Great show last night! Can't wait for the record to come out.
Second String and the B-Team





Jan 20 2008 5:01 PM

Your new tunes have certainly been dug here. They're also on my iPod.

Cheers,

Second
Rick





Jan 16 2008 1:35 AM

New show booked--yay!
Radio City





Oct 26 2007 7:24 PM

This is great!
Torpedopop





Oct 23 2007 8:12 PM

Hi J. Forte & co!
Thanks for finding me. Sounds good this. I'll be back and will also visit the Ape House.
All the best
Lars
Imperial China





Oct 21 2007 5:30 PM

great show last night! It was a pleasure. No, everyone is stupider than ME!
Sun Committee





Oct 16 2007 3:54 PM




Sun Committee


~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Once Okay Twice,
Black and White Jacksons,
Look! Bandits!.
Russian Spy Camera,
Imperial China,
J. Forte + the Secret Pop Band.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
dena





Aug 30 2007 1:42 AM

Had a blast last night celebrating your bday. Special thanks to the big brain that decided a round of tequila shots was a good idea. Work was good times today...good times...
The Chance-NEW TRACKS POSTED





Aug 28 2007 7:01 PM

Twas a pleasure playing with you. Again soon boys!!!
Rock-n-Romp!





Aug 26 2007 2:56 PM

sorry this is so late -- thanks so much for rocking the romp with us! you were awesome. xo!
THE COUNCIL OF NONE (TM)





Aug 13 2007 5:30 PM

THE COUNCIL OF NONE IS PLEASED WITH YOUR DECISION TO BECOME A MEMBER AND ANTICIPATES THAT YOU WILL LOOK FORWARD TO OBEYING ALL SHORT DURATION DOGMAGNOSIS, ANTI-EDICTS, DESUMMONSES, RE-COMMUNIONS, DISOPTIONAL SURGERY INSERVICES, SENSORY OVERPREVATION CEREMONIES, AND POSITION CONTROL ANNULMENTS.
The Sky Drops





Aug 7 2007 10:46 PM



Cheers J. Forte + the Secret Pop Band!
Shut Up! I'm On The Radio





Aug 7 2007 11:41 AM

CampbellToe The Merciful





Aug 2 2007 12:38 PM

Depraved is a good word for it. Summer's been good. Look forward to seeing you if you make it up this way in the Fall.
Rick





Jul 20 2007 10:26 PM

Bass! How low can you go? Death Row ... what a brotha know:

bass


Rick





Jul 20 2007 4:08 PM

and oh yeah; I forgot; the dcist sucks :-P
Rick





Jul 20 2007 4:06 PM

Jman popping secret @ Crooked Beat:
jforte


gregory





Jul 18 2007 1:34 PM