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The Tyler Trudeau Attempt
Indie / Rock / Powerpop

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NEW HAVEN, Connecticut
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   The Tyler Trudeau Attempt: General Info
Member Since12/6/2005
Band Websitewww.tylertrudeau.com
Band MembersTyler Trudeau on vocals and guitar
John Mordecai on organ/keyboards and vocals
Alex Larson on bass
Bob Rock on drums
Auxiliary Attempt: Jef Wilson (organ, drums, vocals)
InfluencesClassic pop music. Punk rock. Sub-art skronk. Crooners. Shouters. The British Invasion. Vintage garage rock. Tin Pan Alley. Baroque music. Dada. American literature. Unemployment. Underemployment. High school. College. Mid-sized cities. Global politics. New England.
Sounds LikeWe've been compared to Mission of Burma, Elvis Costello and the Attractions, Billy Bragg, the Smiths, Richard Hell and the Voidoids, the Modern Lovers, the Ramones, the Buzzcocks, Gang of Four, Dick Dale and others. Some people say we're a pop band. Some call us a punk band. Some say we're a '60s revivalist band. Some have no idea what we're doing but like what they hear nonetheless.
Record Labelfromage-cinq records
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 18 2009 8:00P
Trudeau Solo at The Annex @ Windham Arts Willimantic, Connecticut

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The lyrics to In My Despair, I Took Up Painting.  (view more)

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   About The Tyler Trudeau Attempt
A FEW HUNDRED PEOPLE AT ONE POINT OR ANOTHER: What kind of music do you play?
TRUDEAU: I write three-minute pop songs about feeling bad.

For all booking, questions, thoughts, comments and so on, please send us a message or e-mail tylertrudeau@gmail.com.

Some have said:

"Tyler Trudeau Attempt, a band that makes pop music the way it should be: with garage-like guitars and quality hooks." -- Pat Ferrucci, New Haven Register

"I was reminded of all manner of awesome late punk and new wave bands. The Tyler Trudeau Attempt specialize not only in evoking the sounds of that time, but also the stubborn awkwardness, the difficulty of interpretation. ... You might be able to placate yourself with thoughts that the song structures are at least reasonably poppy — which they are. But then the band comes to a solo, and Trudeau launches into a discordant, Dada-esque destruct-a-thon which, if broadcast, would probably turn every FM receiver into anti-matter. ... Trudeau's musical vision may seem to call upon cultural moments too disparate to make sense — but the thing is, his music makes it gel. His band is just articulate enough to make it seem like they didn't cherry-pick a bunch of unrelated influences. They make it seem like that's just how they rock." -- Dan Barry, Hartford Advocate

"Unadulterated, blatant hooky pop with all the aggression of a full-blown punk band but with a steady eye on modern musicality. ... Lyrics that are meaningful and unapologetic. ... It matters not what genre or sub-genre signpost points to the songs of The Tyler Trudeau Attempt, coz these guys are simply in-yer-face popsters with musical messages for the young and impressionable masses. Their style is brash, naive (in the nicest possible way!) and youthfully melodic but tantalisingly teasing -- In My Despair, I Took Up Painting has a beautifully genuine feel about it; the songs are catchy and quite compelling." -- Toxic Pete (UK)

"[In My Despair, I Took Up Painting is] an EP brimming with social satire, gleeful punk music, enough organ for a prog band and Trudeau's instantly recognizable whine... The TTA looks back to the roots of punk and finds something immensely energetic, often hilarious and always political. On top of that, it's catchy as hell. -- Tyler Theofilos, New Haven Advocate

"At the same time biting, unpredictable and accessible. Front man Trudeau brings a stellar arsenal of guitar lines to the table ... Unexpected directions around every corner." -- Metromix (CT)

"I've seen the Tyler Trudeau Attempt many times now and they're always entertaining. It's aggressive pop, or shrill rock, or mild punk, or rhythmic garage, or something like that... If they were too precise, they would lack the urgency that makes them shine. All of the guitar solos sound like he's just about to forget how to play." -- Beware the Hippie Menace

"You can't help liking the Tyler Trudeau Attempt's debut disc... It's as if Trudeau and his bandmates want to be stereotypical indie mopes, but they just can't stop giggling... and indulging in chaotic pop rave-ups, but with mournful lyrics about self-worthlessness and weariness." -- Christopher Arnott, New Haven Advocate

"That's just clever enough not to cross the line into pretentious eggheadedness. In fact, that's just cool... It's sharply written with an ear toward snappy pop." -- Fran Fried, New Haven Register

You can download mp3s from In My Despair, I Took Up Painting on iTunes.
You can purchase physical copies of In My Despair, I Took Up Painting here.

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Jul 7 2009 11:44 PM

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Jun 29 2009 11:13 PM



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Bob





Jun 9 2009 10:44 PM

Against All Odds Productions D.B.A





Jun 8 2009 10:41 PM

Birth of Summer 2009
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May 26 2009 11:09 PM

More hells than you can shake a stick at! Thanks for the kind wishes. We loved rocking/hanging out to/with y'all.
Anne





May 19 2009 3:45 PM

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May 11 2009 2:23 PM

Wednesday, May 13:
VERY TRULY YOURS @ Cafe Nine, New Haven
Local pop bands Death To New England and The Tyler Trudeau Attempt will open.
250 State Street, New Haven, CT
Doors at 9 p.m. Music at 10 p.m.
FREE show.



more info at www.tweefort.com
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May 7 2009 4:09 PM

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May 7 2009 12:03 AM

The Tartans with Panda and Child
New Haven Artspace Underground
50 Orange Street, New Haven, CT
Saturday, May 9
8 p.m.-11 p.m. $5. All-ages.

The Peacock Flounders





May 3 2009 7:02 PM

Hey Brian, Thanks for adding us. I see you guys are playing at Two Boots. We played there a month ago and it was fun. nice stage... Ron, Kerry, Sal, and Pete - The Peacock Flounders
The Black sheep Ranch





Apr 30 2009 11:33 PM

Stop on by, on your way out to Nwe London???


LIVE at The Blacksheep Ranch 2009 House Concert Series

Held at
The HOME of Andrew & Suzanne Wallach
121 Ironworks Rd. Clinton, CT 06413

Sponsored by The Art of Making Music

First show OUTDOORS of 2009
Saturday May 23rd at 5:00pm

Featuring

Acoustic performances by:

Frank Critelli of New Haven, CT www.frankcritelli.com www.myspace.com/frankcritelli

Natalie Gelman of New York, NY www.nataliegelman.com www.myspace.com/nataliegelman

Sarah Blacker
www.sarahblacker.com
www.myspace.com/sarahblacker





We are asking for a "suggested" $10.00 donation ALL MONEY WILL BE SPLIT BETWEEN THE MUSICIANS

For more information please visit www.myspace.com/theblacksheepranch
860 304 - 3056
werock@snet.net

Join the Blacksheep Ranch "group" on FACEBOOK
LAMB BOMBS





Feb 21 2009 7:47 PM

Media Factory Show TV





Feb 16 2009 12:14 PM

Thanks for the add... Like our profile said, we have a cable TV show called Media Factory Show in northern Connecticut. If you have any promo/home videos to send out, we'd love to air them on the show. You can view Media Factory Show TV  at our web site at
www. netshows. us
We hope you become a fan.

Musically,
Peter and Chic

Check out the Netshows Music Mall
Featuring (heavy metal godz) the Divine Idiots CD 'Commercial Pig'
IT'S AMAZON SHOPPING MADE MUSICAL

MEDIA FACTORY SHOW TV #27
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FEATURING
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COAST 2 COAST MIXTAPES





Dec 29 2008 7:12 PM

We're now accepting submissions for our next mixtapes, please submit
your info at www. coast2coastsubmissions. com for your chance to get a
spot on the next mixtape!











Enter the Hi Rollerz Records Contest to get a $20,000 record deal!


Tom





Dec 15 2008 8:45 PM

Good set last Thursday at Cafe 9, will try to make it out to the next one in Jan...
eula





Nov 11 2008 4:29 PM

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Oct 6 2008 1:21 AM

hope you are having a great show
i'm sick. sorry i couldn't be there.
The Art of Making Music: Voices of the Unheard





Sep 20 2008 7:49 PM

LIVE at The Blacksheep Ranch 2008 House Concert Series

Held at
The HOME of Andrew & Suzanne Wallach
121 Ironworks Rd. Clinton, CT 06413

Sponsored by The Art of Making Music

LAST SHOW OF 2008
Saturday October 11th at 12:00pm

Acoustic performances by:

Al Raebuck - www. myspace. com/alraebuck

Bret Logan of the Jelly shirts - www. thejellyshirts. com/

Libby Johnson (Wrong Records recording artist) - www. libbyjohnsonmusic. com

Solo & together with her sister

Carrie Johnson (Wrong Records & High Strung Records recording artist) - www. carriejohnsonmusic. com

We are asking for a "suggested" $10.00 donation ALL MONEY WILL BE SPLIT BETWEEN THE MUSICIANS

Feel free to bring a lawn chair, blanket, cooler, food, marshmallows(to roast over the fire pit), drinks(b.y.o.b.) & bug spray and a jacket.

In case of rain, performances will be held indoors, please CALL and let us know if you are coming(inside seating is limited)

For more info call Andrew:
860 304 - 3056
Myspace. com/theartofmakingmusic
werock@snet.net
Kathleen





Sep 16 2008 10:48 PM

Chris Arnott
Panda and Child





Aug 26 2008 4:24 PM

The Art of Making Music: Voices of the Unheard





Aug 16 2008 5:12 PM

LIVE at The Blacksheep Ranch 2008 House Concert Series

Held at

The HOME of Andrew & Suzanne Wallach

121 Ironworks Rd. Clinton, CT 06413

Sponsored by The Art of Making Music

Saturday September 13th at 12:00pm

Acoustic performances by:

Signature Sounds Recording artist
Chuck E. Costa - A fresh voice delivering powerful, unique, intimate and honest songs. sincere vocals & acoustic guitar delivery

Dirt Floor Recording artist
Kierstin Sieser - She will wrap you simultaneously in the comfort & the chill of her hope and sweet sadness. Performing songs that are honest, vulnerable, filled with strange metaphors, haunting characters, beautiful stories and dreamscapes.

Dirt Floor Recording artist
Jack Caldwell - His music is a ride through New England. Songs of relationships, life & loss and celebrates the strength of the human spirit that keeps us going.

We are asking for a “suggested” $10.00 donation(but don’t let THAT be the reason for not coming)

Feel free to bring a lawn chair, blanket, cooler, food, marshmallows(to roast over the fire pit), drinks(b.y.o.b.) & bug spray.

In case of rain, performances will be held indoors, please CALL and let us know if you are coming(seating is limited)

For more info call Andrew:
860 304 - 3056
Myspace. com/theartofmakingmusic
eula





Aug 13 2008 9:26 PM

this Thursday @ Daniel Street in Milford-EULA goes on first at 8.








Local Takeover 3 Year Anniversary!!!
Thu, August 14
Panther (Kill Rock Stars), FIASCO, Digital Leather, Eula, Murdervan, & Electric Bucket
$5 / Show 9PM / 21+

This year Thursday, August 14, is the date that marks the 3 year anniversary of original music being presented at Daniel Street in Milford, CT. We are all very excited for this event and wanted to thank all of our friends, enemies, bands, families, pets, employees, & coffee watering holes for the support they have given us over this past year & The 154 shows we some how ended up doing. We will be honoring all of the bands that performed here over the last year with a commemorative T-Shirt designed by none other than Mr. Mike Falcigno, which will be available at the show.

In this years line up we have 3 great touring bands: Panther (Kill Rock Stars), Digital Leather(AZ) & Fiasco (NYC). In addition to these groups we will have 3 local bands: Eula, Electric Bucket, & Murdervan.
eula





Jul 22 2008 7:12 PM

Local Takeover @ Daniel Street

August, 14 2008 at THUR- PANTHER (KRS), DIGITAL LEATHER, FIASCO, EULA, ELECTRIC BUCKET, & MURDERVAN
21 daniel st, Milford Local Takeover 3 Year Celebration, Connecticut 06460
Cost : $5
Wires In The Walls





Jul 5 2008 5:26 PM

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Jun 17 2008 6:51 AM

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