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The MoonSpinners
Pop / Soul / Punk

what a kooky bunch



SEATTLE, Washington
United States

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   The MoonSpinners: General Info
Member Since6/9/2007
Band Websitefor booking contact themoonspinners@gmail.com
Band Members


Garth: guitar
Annabella: vocals
Tor: keys, guitar, bass, drums

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SATURDAY, DEC 12TH 9pm @ THE TRACTOR

TRACTOR TAVERN 12/12/2009 PINK DOOR  NYE 12/31/2009
PAST SHOWS...

InfluencesGIRL GROUP/THE BRILL BUILDING/70's PUNK/SOUL/ROCK'N'ROLL/FRENCH POP...Burt Bacharach, The Zeros, The Poppy Family, The Shirelles, The Flirtations, Nina Simone, Richard Hell, Leslie Gore, Nancy Sinatra, Mary Wells, The Exciters, Sophia Loren, Serge Gainsbourg, April Young, Brenda Holloway, Dusty Springfield, The Ronettes, Dinah Washington, The Undertones, Brenda Lee, France Gall, Dee Dee Warwick, Dani, The Stylistics, Laura Nyro, Connie Francis, The Avengers, Fifth Dimension

THE MOONSPINNERS DIG...

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Sounds Like"Utilizing a ‘60s, swanky, swingy, Brill Building-esque sound, the Moonspinners are well dressed throwbacks to a simpler time – a time of Nancy Sinatra boots and smoke filled rooms. Though they’re a band of today, they’re also a band of yesterday" -The Weekly Volcano

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Dec 12 2009 9:00P
THE TRACTOR w/ THE SQUIRRELS XXXMAS SHOW SEATTLE, Washington
Dec 31 2009 9:00P
THE PINK DOOR SEATTLE, Washington
Jan 2 2010 9:00P
THE COMET SEATTLE, Washington

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   About The MoonSpinners


SOUNDS LIKE 60-ISH POP AND OTHER STUFF KINDA LIKE GIRL GROUP/BRILL BUILDING/70's PUNK/YE-YE/ROCK'N'ROLL/SOUL...


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“The MoonSpinners are a trio who play 60-esque inspired music--pop, mostly, music of various types, soul, girl-group, French pop, lounge-y, jazz-y, garage-y and even some 70's punk. The MoonSpinners combine insouciance with sophistication-- and people love it!”


HOW IT ALL BEGAN:
Garth and Tor are longtime musical collaborators. Garth met Annabella on the bus one day and they talked about maybe getting together to play songs by artists they both loved...some years and a couple of bands later the group of acquaintances and friends finally got together and started to play obscure tunes from artist's like Lesley Gore, The Shirelles, France Gall, The Stylistics, Nina Simone, The Poppy Family, Richard Hell and Brenda Lee to name a few...their favorite song to cover to date is Burt Bacharach’s, Don't Go Breaking My Heart. But wait...this ain't no cover band--they do originals too, one of which is their theme song, MoonSpinners Theme, which conjures up a dream summer of 1964 and Make It Your Own, which brings to mind a scene from The Umbrella’s of Cherbourg or the psychedelicWhat I Saw and Sugar Pie with it's girl-group chorus...


“Their music achieves many tiers of mood.”


FIRST SHOWS:
The Moonspinners first gig was in a Capitol Hill speakeasy playing to drunks, dropouts and other members of the art crowd till wee in the morning. The MoonSpinners won over the crowd with their dynamic set of songs and unique stage presence. Feeling very much at home in this setting the MoonSpinners became regulars at this particular speakeasy, working out their songs, even though frequently halted by task master Tor for hitting a wrong note or arguing on what song to play next…the crowd seemed to enjoy this behavior. Their second gig was a gala party at the Seattle International Film Festival, in attendance was one Steve Buscemi, who’s film had just screened, he dug the MoonSpinners, they even asked him to join the band, but he lives in Brooklyn. The speakeasy closed it’s doors and the MoonSpinners moved to the warm confines of Café Racer where you can find them playing today on a fairly irregular basis if they aren’t out and about performing for movie stars, politicians and the town…


“Utilizing a 60’s, swingy, Brill Building-esque sound, the MoonSpinners are well dressed throwbacks to a simpler time-a time of Nancy Sinatra boots and smoke filled rooms. Though they’re a band of today, they’re also a band of yesterday” –The Weekly Volcano

THE MUSICIANS:
The MoonSpinners are Tor Midtskog, Garth Brandenburg and Annabella Kirby.
Tor is a multi instrumentalist, keyboardist and artful arranger he has done a slew of musical projects-- anything from soundtrack writing to lounge acts to art rock bands to playing drums in a hardcore punk band-- he also plays guitar on a couple of songs. Garth, a veteran of the Seattle music scene, is a southpaw guitarist who plays “Albert King style” (righty guitar held upside down) and is known for his golden ear and masterful snaking solos. Annabella is a singer with a disarmingly beautiful voice who would like to channel Lulu, P P Arnold and Fay Fife.


“The MoonSpinners are unlike any other band in the Northwest, with their own special sound, it’s apparent that people appreciate their diversity. What other band would play The Saints and Lesley Gore in the same set? Dig it!”



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The MoonSpinners's Friends Comments
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The Squirrels

The Squirrels



Dec 1 2009 4:12 PM

Hello, Moonspinach. Ready to rock? :)
Victory Lounge

Victory Lounge



Nov 12 2009 3:20 AM

See you good people Saturday!
Annie Philippe (fan-club)

Annie Philippe (fan-club)



Oct 25 2009 1:34 PM



Girl Trouble

Girl Trouble



Sep 2 2009 9:56 PM

Well we are still jiving and grooving from that incredible time we had with you guys at Slim's.  You were awesome as you always are.  Hope we play with you again soon, and if not, we'll just show up to see you.  Keep us posted and we all say "the pants were totally working!"  The MoonSpinners rule!

Love,
Bon and GT
The Squirrels

The Squirrels



Sep 2 2009 3:19 PM

Hi, Moonspinach! We love you!
The Stiggs

The Stiggs



Aug 30 2009 4:30 PM

Hey 'Spinners! You guys rocked at Slim's - we loved what you were layin' down. Let's do it again soon!
Sweet Hollywaiians

Sweet Hollywaiians



Aug 9 2009 8:13 AM


"Ticklin' The Strings" by Sweet Hollywaiians
Amazing Japanese hot string band playing 1920's, 30's, 40's style hawaiian, swing, calypso, blues, italian music and originals,featuring vintage instruments.3 songs with Robert Armstrong and Tony Marcus(from Robert Crumb and His Cheap Suit Serenaders)

Promotional Video(My Girl From The South Sea Isles)

"The Sweet Hollywaiians have probably the best feel for this 20's music of any string band working today. They manage the rare feat of sounding relaxed even when their playing is hot, are top notch musicians with tasteful arrangements and a full, rich, warm sound.Plus, they have a nice gamut of tunes, from King Nawahi to Giovanni Vicari to Bobby Leecan. See them live, if you can, for an unforgettable experience. If you can't, buy their Cds!" ~ Terry Zwigoff
Gangrene Heart

Gangrene Heart



Jul 7 2009 8:30 PM

so nice to meet you at the java jive-it was a fun show!
Sam Russell

Sam Russell



Jun 28 2009 9:38 AM

Good playing with you guys the other night, really love your influences and what you do with them. Looking forward to seeing a whole set soon...
Dale

Dale Phillips



Jun 25 2009 1:08 AM

Crud!  We're practicing that night and playing with Dick Dale the next night.  When do you play?  Last I hope, then we should be able to get down there.
Justin Roeser & The EN COUNCIL

Justin Roeser &  The EN COUNCIL



Jun 19 2009 3:34 AM

Looking forward to sharing thy stage with thy Moonspinners - nice flyer!

The Council (sel in French)

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Sandralicious

Sandi Mills
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Jun 15 2009 11:49 PM

Great set Saturday night! See you again soon (I won't wait another year and a half this time!!!)
The Stiggs

The Stiggs



May 26 2009 5:03 PM

You guys and gal sounded killer at The Shanty and we love the Esquivel/cocktail sound you've got going on. You really classed up the joint. Let's do a show together soon. Maybe you, us, and The Black Crabs or somethin'?

-The Stiggs
The Shanty Tavern

Shanty Tavern



May 11 2009 11:33 PM

Thanks for Rockin' Our House with a great show!
Alexi

Alexi Angelino



May 7 2009 11:59 PM

Love your retro sound!
Thanks for the myspace friend add.
Peace and Love,
alexi
The Satellite 4

The Satellite 4



Apr 29 2009 5:35 AM

had a blast Friday night! Let's do it again soon-
Studio 66 @ lo-fi

Studio SixtySix



Apr 12 2009 8:17 PM

Swing by 5/2/09 for the
Studio 66 5th Anniversary!




Sweet Hollywaiians

Sweet Hollywaiians



Apr 2 2009 11:15 AM




HELLO!!

GUNS & ROSSETTI

GUNS & ROSSETTI



Mar 25 2009 10:43 PM

welcome to G&R country-
"YOU RULE!"
Wind-Up Bird

Wind-Up Bird



Mar 24 2009 12:18 AM

Hello there! Thanks for being our friend... Hope to see you 'round!

Cheers,
Wind-Up Bird
CHEKO Y ANTITERGAL DJS.

CHEKO Y ANTITERGAL DJS.



Mar 13 2009 8:20 AM

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VerleeRose - Writing New Songs!

VerleeRose - Writing New Songs!



Mar 10 2009 4:45 AM

POOR JUDGMENT

POOR JUDGMENT



Mar 5 2009 12:14 AM

Enjoying "Make it your own"
PJ
TwentyFourBit

TwentyFourbit Music News



Mar 4 2009 11:53 PM

Thanks for the add!
The Slants

The Slants



Mar 3 2009 9:44 PM

We had a great time, loved the music! lets do it again
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