...Other instruments we all play: synth (Jon/Nate), melodica (Cori), glockenspiel (Jon), accordian (Nate), banjo (Jon/Nate), keyboard (Jon/Nate/Hecky), sequencing (Nate/Hecky), and so on and so forth...
Booking: booking@wendydarlingmusic.com
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Rilo Kiley/Jenny Lewis, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Esthero, Ratatat, Ani Difranco, Weezer, Q and not U, Pretty Girls Make Graves, Lil Wayne, RJD2, Unicorns, Feist, Tokyo Police Club, Of Montreal, Metric, The Beatles
Wendy Darling are a young San Francisco-based indie outfit fronted by female vocalist and occasional mutli-instrumentalist, Cori Rush, a raw, stunning, 6’ tall talent with pipes to back up the look. Rush’s unique vocal stylings have been compared to the likes of Karen O, Kim Deal, Natalie Merchant, and Jenny Lewis just to name a few.
Formed in San Diego, this energetic band was originally visualized as an acoustic singer-songwriter duo of Rush and Nate Heller (guitar, vocals). They had an instant musical chemistry, and as they developed their sound, they realized the music deserved fuller arrangements. Cue high school buddies Jon Freeman (bass, synth) and Hector Verdugo (drums, piano), who’ve added playful melodies and that soulful indie sound.
2008 was the break out year for Wendy Darling, playing to packed venues throughout California, inking a record deal with Surfrock International in Japan, and reaching the top 50 on the international charts after the release of its debut album, “Half-Told Bedtime Stories…” which has received rave reviews, solid airplay, and loads of media coverage.
Wendy Darling has continued to fine-tune its style, incorporating more complex instrumentation (including banjo, glockenspiel, samplers and accordion), but have focused on keeping Rush's sultry, honey-dripped vocals the essence of the band. The resulting live shows are a blend of indie rock and folk, with touches of electronica and vintage psychedelic that delivers an exclusive style with catchy hooks. There is sincerity, innocence, and just the right amount of zest in the music that comes out of Wendy Darling. The band loves to share its music, and after listening to a track or two, you’ll most assuredly want to do the same.
“There are a few good indications that a band is on the move towards super-stardom. For instance, having a large, loyal fanbase, as well as a random stalker…Beyond that its amazingly talented and have been featured on FM 94.9 and FM 91X and nominated for “Best Pop Rock” group at the San Diego Music Awards in 2008…these Darlings consistently perform sincere, wholesome shows for fans and even the occasional stalker.”
-Lauren Ventura, The Daily Aztec (SDSU)
"The sound of Half-Told Bedtime Stories may sooth you to sleep, while its lyrics might keep you up at night, which makes it a bit of a lovely paradox." - Dan MacIntosh, AudioXposure.com
"Wendy Darling is that one fork in an endless sea of sporks – they’re the type of band that serves up a hearty, bluesy, harmonious, spectacle that will kick your ears...Pretty good for a band that met on Craigslist." - Nathan Solis, SmashedChair.com
"...the 10 songs on 'Half-Told Bedtime Stories' grow more fetching with each new airing...there is an undeniable charm to Wendy Darling's music..."
-George Varga, San Diego Union Tribune
Saw the picture of Cori at Rothbury on Jambase and have to admit I checked out your band because she is hot! So not only do you have a hot and extremely talented singer, but your song writing is phenomenal. I'm really digging it. I'm confident you guys are going to become quite popular quite quickly and I'll be able to check you out live sometime in the northeast. So see you in Boston hopefully very soon!
i used to be one of those kids that would talk shit about katy perry and her wannabe zooey dechanel look and lackluster lyrics. but now i find myself physically attracted to her everyday. is that bad?
also not to reign on the parade but at the beauty bar show could i get my master dvd back? oh and cori i am dragginf erica to the show. she is stoked about it
Hey everyone its Marq
Thank you all for the support, coming out to my shows, and being my friends.
To fill you all in, I'm still looking for musicians that would be interested in helping develop the Mod For Marq sound.
So if you have friends, family, or you your self would like to be part of it, feel free to contact me.
Also new and better recordings of some old songs are up on my page for your enjoyment.
And to all you that wish to have one of the Mod For Marq songs, I will have Question My Love available for download all week.
If you enjoy the music, come check it out live some time and say hi.
Like always send me a message, comment, and let your friends know about the music.
Thank you all
-Marq
Mod For Marq
Hey Wendy Darling, we just got out of the studio with Stephen Perkins of Janes Addiction....here are some of the songs we came up with...let us know what you think!!!!!
Don't forget, our next big gig is THIS Saturday JUNE 20TH @ THE WORLD FAMOUS ROXY THEATER!!! ..Come on out!!!
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That is pretty darn sweet! Is he stunningly handsome in real life? Any facial hair?..haha! I really love your music. I listen to it while I get ready for my day. I'm in Guam on deployment and have to work around military guys all day so, its nice to have your music be in my head. Keep it up, hope I get to see a show.
Sara and I miss you guys here in LA! We hope you'll come back soon to visit :) Maybe this time you won't have to be on the road so quick, and we can all do some hangin after a show! Much love
T.B.G. haven't done a whole lot since Matty has been working on his solo album (over at www.myspace.com/matmchugh), that's about to change. lately we've been working on new songs and they're sounding alright! so lookout for some action we have planned in Sept. alrighty ...
hey, friday night is my CD release party @ AC Lounge in North Park (30th & Adams), if you'd like to be added onto the VIP list (you won't have to pay to get in), please let me know!
ps. if you don't have my CD yet, you can download it here :(cut and paste)
Hi Hi Hi...
Just wanted to let you know that you still have a couple of weeks to download our new EP, "We Never Like You Anyway", for free off our myspace page. Hope your having a nice chill sunday.
Peace...
Obedient Waves
