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Urban Fetch
Rock / Powerpop

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Purchase, New York
United States

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Last Login:  12/1/2008
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   Urban Fetch: General Info
Member Since8/7/2004
Band Websiteurban-fetch.com
Band MembersDanny Golub - Piano, vocals
Josh Mankes - Drums
Jim Cobb - Guitar, vocals
Mike Buckner - Bass Guitar
InfluencesBen Folds Five, Queen, Dave Mathews Band, Ben Kweller, Steve Flato, Jaco Pastorius, The Beatles, Radiohead, Built to Spill, Uncle Sindney, Elliot Smith, Billy Joel, Kings of Convenience, Broken Social Scene, Leonard Bernstein...

We are recording our newest album with Travis Sluss
Sounds Like4 men playing different instruments, some of which will also make noises by forcing breath over their vocals chords in a pleasant sounding fashion.
Record LabelCHP Management & Records
Type of LabelIndie







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Dec 20 2008 8:00P
The Haunt Yonkers, New York

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"The guys of Urban Fetch have conglomerated a unique sound that is tranquil and at the same time powerful. Released in the fall of 2006, this self-titled record showcases the band's talent and songwriting ability to the fullest. Filled with gut busting melodies and fiery guitar solos, the disc is nothing short of great."

-The Artist District.com

"Urban Fetch is a catchy collection of piano-based rock tunes that had an indie feel but never lost sight of a great hook. ... They have a sound that is unique and ready for the airwaves - the college radio market won't know what hit ‘em!"

-Bodog Music





As modern music consumers, we tend to gravitate towards that which is easily classified. Given the profusion of bands these days, it often seems imperative to separate, sort, and prejudge bands based on a few broad criteria. But bands, like people, are not simple static affairs – indeed, the finest of music transcends genres, labels, and ages. Oftentimes, our most rewarding experiences as listeners come when we embrace the unclassifiable – the puzzle pieces that seemingly fit everywhere and nowhere at once. Which brings me to New York's Urban Fetch – four guys who play music. Damned fine music, I might add.

A few months ago, a trusted confidant handed me the band's record and beseeched me to spend some time with it. Naturally, I asked the necessary questions: "Where are they from? Who are their friends? What's the genre? Do they sound like anything I dig?" My friend only shook his head and walked away smiling. I retreated to a quiet space to have a listen, slightly bewildered.

A mere fifteen minutes later, and I completely understood him. Urban Fetch is a band that invites unlimited comparisons – but ultimately, none of them seem adequate. In Danny Golub's piano playing and unique lead vocals, one hears echoes of Ben Folds and Donald Fagen. The rhythm section of drummer Josh Mankes and bassist Mike Buckner is tight as they come, but never at the expense of energy or emotion. And just when you think you have the band figured out, in comes lead guitarist Jim Cobb – the man can straight up play – and brings the songs to a new dimension. Perhaps most impressive about the band, however, is their ability to concisely synthesize the wildly disparate sounds and genres of the modern musical landscape. Urban Fetch is not trite radio pop. It is not a cynical indie band. It is not an unfocused improvisational savant. In fact, one gets the idea that it could very easily be any one of the three, but is simply not content to pigeonhole itself. Indeed, part of the band's charm is its ability to seamlessly slip into different guises – often several times within the same track – while maintaining singular focus on a song as a whole. The result is refreshingly interesting pop music.

A month ago, I had the privilege of witnessing the band in a live setting – New York's Knitting Factory. As much as I enjoy their recorded output, the stage is where Urban Fetch truly shines. I remember quietly standing in front of the stage, allowing the band to take me wherever they chose – and I was handsomely rewarded. Some shows are like snacks. This was a full-course meal. I heard the intensity of post hardcore, the playful cynicism of indie, the musical spontaneity of a jazz quartet, and the hooky bliss of vintage pop - all wrapped up in one band and one sound.

Urban Fetch is an independent band in the purest sense. To hell with tapered jeans, trucker hats, and Chuck Taylors. These guys play their asses off. They wear what they happen to put on in the morning. And they do it in front of anyone who'll listen.

-Stephen Press
New York City, 2007

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Marc Bauman





Nov 25 2008 4:51 AM

Wutup Urban Fetch? Love the album. Keep the creativity flowin.
Caitlin





Nov 5 2008 11:20 PM

November 12th @ The Space In Hamden
Early 7PM start
Caitlin Kalafus, Jaykob Kendrick, Kari Bunn and Sammy Blanchette plus special surprises!!!!
All Original, All Acoustic, All Ages
www. caitlindrums. com
Shinto Records





Nov 2 2008 10:21 AM

Thanks for the add

Stop by the Shinto Records site anytime
Sample songs from each album
and keep in touch
www.sin-tech.org
The Hudson House





Oct 27 2008 8:12 PM

New record sounds great...see you soon
The Hudson House





Oct 27 2008 8:12 PM

New record sounds great...see you soon
Linda!





Oct 23 2008 7:02 PM

the beery's show is far away, but I'm going to do my best to be there...looks like you guys are doing GREAT!
Mike Coffey





Oct 20 2008 12:06 AM

bitchin' show friday night! the album is fantastic but the internet doesn't know the names.
Jane





Oct 16 2008 9:33 PM

Just might making it out to see you guys at Purchase!!
EBAY_NEATSTUFF2008





Oct 6 2008 7:04 PM

great music Urban Fetch!
Ben





Oct 4 2008 6:40 PM

so i was totally stoked to see you guys were coming back to Reading and playing again at The Pillar. then i found out i work, so now im sad.....
Missing Maddox


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Oct 5 2008 11:17 PM

so how does an estranged bass player get a copy of ur new cut?
Caitlin





Sep 25 2008 10:54 AM

This Saturday, Sept 27th @ Daniel Street Club in Downtown Milford

Caitlin and her band The Lowdown
(Ron Spears, Jaykob Kendrick and Chris K.)

9:30 start time
www.caitlindrums.com
amber lynn®


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Sep 21 2008 6:19 PM

sweet, def let me know then =]
i'll be there.
APOPHENIA





Sep 21 2008 4:40 PM

We want your ears but desire your heart...

We have a huge collection of blogs, videos, and t-shirts are available on our new online store :) yay for online stores hurryaaa!!!

Keep it gravy, toast to your friends, and prepare for the seasons changing...

Wishing you the best is a band from New York called APOPHENIA
Katie





Sep 21 2008 3:59 PM

Thanks for the add! Please let me know when you're back in the Reading area, Id love to come see you guys!
The Mad Things





Sep 19 2008 7:33 PM

Good CD. We are tied for quality farts at this point...
DJ CYANIDE'S HELL ON EARTH





Sep 16 2008 7:43 AM

This month we are having a special screening of Craig The Movie. Be at The Underground Lounge September 18th 9:30pm to catch it.
MMMaDiSoN-de TRaNSCeNDeNT FoRCe iS STRoNG n THiS 1





Sep 14 2008 8:37 PM

LOVE LOVE LOVE THE NEW ALBUM. sounds full and lush, great production , very professional. what a perfect way 2 end the summer. thank God cd's dont wear out cuz iv listened 2 it 10 times alredy.
Aces High Prints





Sep 10 2008 10:58 PM

hey, thanks for the add! i love checkin out new music and i know you'll be needin some merch :) check out my blogs for the best printing prices around. get in touch anytime, i love comments. take care!! kelly
Thompkins Marketing LLC





Sep 9 2008 10:55 PM

THANKS 4 THE ADD
WE BREAK RECORDS
A FAREWELL FIRE





Sep 5 2008 4:29 PM

4 and im there!! hah

what time is your set?
A FAREWELL FIRE





Aug 21 2008 11:23 PM

i am so going to beerys sept 12th.
Tiger Lily





Jul 27 2008 4:17 AM

no problem.
and I can not wait for some new Office. I think I almost peed on myself with shock and excitement with the last ep.
Billy Simons





Jul 11 2008 7:10 PM

Thanks for the add. I hope you dig the tunes. Cheers!
Caitlin





Jul 9 2008 2:17 PM

Caitlin with Tim Palmieri and Adrian Tramontano
Saturday July 12th - 7 to 9PM
FREE ALL AGES ACOUSTIC SHOW
This is a great opportunity for kids to come hear Caitlin play in a none bar atmosphere
@
Catch A Healthy Habit Cafe
487A Campbell Avenue
West Haven, CT
Located in the Look At Me Now Wellness Center.
For more information, please visit
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or call 203-521-7648.
The Listening Room





Jul 8 2008 8:36 PM

howdy, fellas!
Raccoon Fighter





Jul 1 2008 10:22 PM

Thanks For the Add :)
Caitlin





Jun 27 2008 1:37 PM

Caitlin Acoustic at Stonebridge (Outside on the Deck) with Tim Palmieri and Matt Oestricher of THE BREAKFAST

Sunday June 29th 3:30PM

ALL AGES - ALL WELCOME

Stonebridge Restaurant
Jeremy Willey





Jun 16 2008 6:31 PM

Hey, hope you have a great day. God bless
Jeremy Willey
Dave McNamara





Jun 11 2008 3:28 AM

You're playing in Utica.

Sick.
Rubblebucket Orchestra





Jun 3 2008 7:39 PM

Likewise... great sound. Thanks for the add,

love from the Rubblebucket
Mark Zane





May 27 2008 6:54 PM

Thanks for the add and I'll see you at the Utica Music Fest!
Table 21 [wants comments and plays]





May 24 2008 3:14 AM

Hey guys you rock!!!
Droppin by to show some love...
you should come check us out!

http://www.myspace.com/table21music
Phil Joly





May 22 2008 3:03 AM

those live cuts sound redonkulous
Jane





May 19 2008 11:07 PM

Is Songs with no Names really coming out this month?????!!!!!!
nikkialiah





May 20 2008 12:20 AM

http://www.myspace.com/atlantis you guys should enter this
Lorrie Doriza





May 19 2008 2:57 AM

Thanks for playing last night. You boys are the breast.

<33 Lorrie
Stephie





May 18 2008 3:58 AM

you guys always rock the house when you play live.
the sign of an excellent band right there :)
nikkialiah