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Sophia and Michael collaborate with Friday Night Films / Jim McDonough and Tim Tate on “Darling Pet Monkey” – the true story of a mail-order monkey!

October 14, 2021 by Michael J. Epstein

Darling Pet Monkey IMDb – Facebook True Story as narrated by Tim Tate. 1969 Outside of Washington D.C. Two brothers ordered a monkey for $19.95 out of the back of a Monster magazine. Things get weird. Tim’s monkey story has … Read More

Wretched Productions’ doc, More Blood (directed by Heidi Moore), features Darling Pet Munkee and Blood of the Tribades

May 2, 2018 by Michael J. Epstein

Wretched Productions’ More Blood, a documentary that takes a look at why horror audiences like to watch death and gore in movies is out now! The doc features Darling Pet Munkee‘s “X-Ray Specs” in the credits and a clip from Blood of … Read More

Kill Giggles teaser features Darling Pet Munkee’s “Live Toy Circus (With Performing CHAMELEON)”

June 24, 2017 by Michael J. Epstein

We’re excited that Darling Pet Munkee‘s “Live Toy Circus (With Performing CHAMELEON)” is featured in the teaser for Kill Giggles! Everyone has heard and seen the story time and time again of the serial killers, the madmen, the monsters who … Read More

The Color of Air podcast extensive interview with Sophia and Michael (2nd interview with The Color of Air)

April 21, 2016 by Sophia Cacciola

We are very pleased to announce that The Color of Air, a weekly interview podcast hosted by Greg Massi, (Baliset, ex-Kayo Dot, ex-maudlin of the Well), has released a second interview with us (Sophia and Michael), following up our 2014 interview.. … Read More

Sophia and Michael’s 2014 in Review!

January 7, 2015 by Michael J. Epstein

not a movie set scar! 2014 had its ups and downs… We managed to make a whole movie, Magnetic. We traveled with TEN at festivals and got distribution for it (will be out in April), and record some songs. … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee plays Old School Game Show and Friends’ Holiday Gift to You!

December 27, 2014 by Michael J. Epstein

Tonight! 12/27/14 – 9 PM – $8Davis Square Theatre Revel in one last raucous burst of holiday cheer with a night of music and comedy from your friends at Old School Game Show, all to benefit Last Hope K9 Rescue! … Read More

The Color of Air podcast extensive interview with Sophia and Michael about musical and film projects

July 24, 2014 by Michael J. Epstein

We are very pleased to announce that The Color of Air, a weekly interview podcast hosted by Greg Massi, (Baliset, ex-Kayo Dot, ex-maudlin of the Well), has released an interview with us (Sophia and Michael). The Color of Air Facebook The … Read More

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Jenny Pi’s “Get Well Soon” and Service Dog Fund

April 30, 2014 by Michael J. Epstein

You might all remember the Somerville Ogler from Darling Pet Munkee‘s “X-Ray Specs” video! Our wonderful ogling performer needs your help! https://www.facebook.com/TheJennyPiFund Hey Everyone!As many of you know, I’ve been struggling with some pretty severe medical challenges for the last several … Read More

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Bubbles in the Think Tank radio show – 7″ and Other Delights record for Record Store Day! #RSD14 OUT NOW!

April 19, 2014 by Michael J. Epstein

Bubbles in the Think Tank is an awesome radio show that happens Saturday nights at 11pm on WMFO 91.5FM. This is year three of Bubbles in the Think Tank presenting a record about records for Record Store Day. The previous two … Read More

Sophia and Michael’s 2013 in Review!

February 20, 2014 by Sophia Cacciola

Sophia & Michael hard at work 2013 was a weird and wonderful year of many projects of the film and music variety. Here is the past: 2012 Review – 2011 Review Before we get started, we made a few year-End Lists/Summaries: http://wzlx.cbslocal.com/2013/12/30/bostonemissions-favoritesoftheyear2013/ http://trainwreckdsociety.com/2014/01/ … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee plays RADIO Bar Saturday with Faux Ox, Bent Knee, and Emily Peal

September 6, 2013 by Michael J. Epstein

Darling Pet Munkee is opening the night of the FAUX OX CD release their sophomore effort, Bhopal Hoax! This is the last Munkee gig for 2013! Doors at 8:00 p.m. and show starts at 9:00 with Darling Pet Munkee at RADIO in … Read More

Bob Colby Presents: Second Thursdays with Darling Pet Munkee, Kenne Highland Clan, Moose and the Mudbugs, and Gravedancers – Video recap

August 8, 2013 by Michael J. Epstein

Videos thanks to John Doherty! Bob Colby Presents: Second Thursdays 8/8/2013 SET TIMES: (scheduled, might start a bit later)08:00-08:45 KENNE HIGHLAND CLAN09:00-09:45 MOOSE & THE MUDBUGS10:00-10:45 DARLING PET MUNKEE11:00-11:45 GRAVEDANCERS $7/21+GRAVEDANCERS are a new band with old-school roots in bands … Read More

Greetings from Spektor Island: music from the film TEN (by Catherine Capozzi)

July 8, 2013 by Michael J. Epstein

Greetings from Spektor Island: music from the film TEN by Catherine Capozzi Greetings from Spektor Island: music from the film TEN by Catherine Capozzi is here for your ears! It’s a mix of score, character theme songs, dialogue clips, and a few bonus … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee performs “MONSTER S-I-Z-E MONSTERS” on the Steve Katsos Show

April 28, 2013 by Michael J. Epstein

We had the great pleasure of performing live on The Steve Katsos show (Facebook) on 4/23/13. (The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library also previously appeared on the show.) We shared the evening with Harrison Stebbins and Kristan Berona. PHOTO BY KELLY … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee -South Shore and New Hampshire Saturday 4/20

April 18, 2013 by Michael J. Epstein

Darling Pet Munkee is hitting the road on Saturday – first playing RECORD STORE DAY (fb event) at the Braintree Newbury Comics store inside the majestic South Shore Plaza (250 Granite Street, Braintree)! here are all of the acts playing: 1:30 … Read More

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Sophia’s Rock Beat: Darling Pet Munkee at The Rosebud with White Mystery, Thick Shakes, Electric Street Queens! Recap!

March 28, 2013 by Sophia Cacciola

HOT GARAGE MESS at The Rosebud (Somerville, MA) Saturday night 3/30! VIDEO RECAP! Awesome redheaded sister/brother duo from Chicago, White Mystery: Thick Shakes, who we’ve had a crush on and wanted to play with since the Rumble 2011! and Electric … Read More

Sophia and Michael’s 2012 in Review – TEN, DNFMOMD, MJEML, Darling Pet Munkee, Space Balloons, and more…

December 31, 2012 by Sophia Cacciola

2012 Recap! Okay, 2012 was a big one. Here’s 2011, that was big too, but different. After last year, we had the lofty goal of releasing 10 albums in 2012. We would have done it too, if we didn’t get … Read More

What did we make in 2012? A brief recap

December 21, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

I’ll post a full year summary soon, but here’s just a quick recap of what we managed to put out this year. Our original goal was to release 10 albums/EPs in 2012. We got a little sidetracked making movies and … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee releases _You Better Believe It!_ at the Squidhouse of Horror Halloween extravaganza

November 17, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

We had a wonderful time at the SquidHouse of Horror releasing our 2nd EP, _You Better Believe It!_. There were some incidents including the glitterbombing of Bonesy, but we managed to put the vicious and bright attack behind us! The … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee Issue 14: Live Toy Circus (With Performing CHAMELEON)

November 3, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

Live Toy Circus (With Performing CHAMELEON) by Darling Pet Munkee From the album: You Better Believe It! (2012) Lyrics: I bought a toy circus that came in the mail with a chameleon who crossed on a tightrope I bought a … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee Issue 13: GROW MAN GROW! (Ladies Too!)

November 3, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

GROW MAN GROW! (Ladies Too!) by Darling Pet Munkee From the album: You Better Believe It! (2012) Lyrics: Grow man grow, grow man grow, grow man, grow man, grow man grow! I’m sick of being called shorty. $7.98 new height … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee Issue 12: 100 pc. Toy Soldier Set

November 3, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

100 pc. Toy Soldier Set by Darling Pet Munkee From the album: You Better Believe It! (2012) Lyrics: It’s hard to fight a war when you’re flat Your safety’s not ensured when you slip between the cracks yes, it’s hard … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee Issue 11: Charles Atlas (Hey Skinny…Yer Ribs Are Showing!)

November 3, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

Charles Atlas (Hey Skinny…Yer Ribs Are Showing!) by Darling Pet Munkee From the album: You Better Believe It! (2012) Lyrics: Hey, hey, hey, hey skinny, Hey, hey, bag of bones, Hey, hey, hey, hey skinny, Yer ribs are showing, … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee Issue 10: Polaris Nuclear Sub

November 2, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

Polaris Nuclear Sub by Darling Pet Munkee From the album: You Better Believe It! (2012) Lyrics: 100 feet below the deep, periscope is coming down 200 feet below the deep, commander now is taking charge 300 feet below the deep, … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee Issue 9: Scary, Giant Size ALIEN-EYE Creature!

November 1, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

Scary, Giant Size ALIEN-EYE Creature! by Darling Pet Munkee From the album: You Better Believe It! (2012) Lyrics: 7 feet tall acts, jumps, darts from 50 feet away obeys your command From another world as though it were alive Thriller, … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee’s CREATURE DOUBLE FEATURE: MONSTER S-I-Z-E MONSTERS and Genuine Soil From Dracula’s Castle hosted by Dayla, Mistress of the Munkee

October 31, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

Welcome to Darling Pet Munkee‘s Watch Dayla, Mistress of the Munkee host this double-header of terror and suspense! FEATURING: MONSTER S-I-Z-E MONSTERS and Genuine Soil From Dracula’s Castle Full Playlist Link Individual Videos Dalya, Mistress of the Munkee Part 1 MONSTER … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee Issue 8: Hypno-Coin

October 31, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

Hypno-Coin by Darling Pet Munkee From the album: You Better Believe It! (2012) Lyrics: Look into my whirling motion Look into my swirling eye Look into my optic potion Look into my hypno-coin You are getting very sleepy, you will … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee release new EP on Halloween! (Free copy with purchase of advance tickets!)

October 15, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

On Halloween, Darling Pet Munkee will release our 2nd EP, You Better Believe It! That’s both the name of the CD and what you better do! Show Details (more info coming soon!): SquidHouse of Horror!Facebook eventHosted by Johnny Blazes – … Read More

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A year at RADIO (club) – celebration Saturday 10/13/12

October 12, 2012 by Sophia Cacciola

boston phoenix covers the event! Radio (Bar Union) opened it’s doors in Union Sq. Somerville one year ago and was immediately irreplaceable – from the awesome Rocky and Hannibal paintings on the red brick walls to the Golden Smash to the … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee Discography

August 2, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

Complete Spotify Discography (for all bands) – all MJE/SJC discographies DARLING PET MUNKEE You Better Believe It! by Darling Pet Munkee Glows in the Dark! by Darling Pet Munkee

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Darling Pet Munkee “Sea-Monkeys” music video shoot Day 1: Behind the scenes

July 24, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

We had a blast on our first day of the Darling Pet Munkee “Sea-Monkeys” shoot. As per the song, the video will present the worldwide invasion by sea-monkeys. In fact, many people will find themselves eaten by sea-monkeys. The wonderful … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee 7/7/12 at RADIO recap! w/video and more…

July 8, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

Darling Pet Munkee had a total blast rocking radio on the 7th. We were sad that Johnny Angel Wendell wasn’t able to be there to partake in his two-night hoot, but it was a grand time nonetheless! In addition to … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee to play Night 2 of The First and Maybe Last Annual Johnny Angel Hootenanny at Radio

June 30, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

UPDATE: Johnny is sick and can’t make it. The official word is now: 7/7 RadioWith Eric Martin and the Illyrians, Darling Pet Munkee, and the 360s! https://www.facebook.com/events/329900537097333/ Darling Pet Munkee will be monkeyrocking Somerville’s Radio (where we had our CD release … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee…On Stage with Mantis – July 5, 2012

June 30, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

The video is here! Darling Pet Munkee will be performing a live set On Stage with Mantis on July 5th! The show will air at 10 PM on WCTV (info). An International Indie Music Concert TV series featuring Boston’s Best … Read More

DNFMOMD & Darling Pet Munkee go to Lynn 6/23

June 20, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

Do Not Forsake Me Oh My Darling and Darling Pet Munkee play the Lynn OpenDTL after-party, The Meet Ball! Arts After Hours has more infoThe Meet Ball will be the after-party to the first annual openDTL event, a neighborhood-wide open house, … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee at Mondo Thursdays 5/17/12

May 16, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

You’ve already been told by The Boston Globe and Boston Band Crush to check out this month’s installment of Mondo Thursdays, but we thought we’d remind you once more… May 17, 2012The Plough and StarsMondo Thursdays presents:Sarah BlackerDarling Pet Munkee21+ … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee – “MONSTER S-I-Z-E MONSTERS” music video shoot wrapped – video coming soon!

May 9, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

Poor Frankenstein’s monster (Frank, from here on in…) just can’t catch a break. He turns to online dating and goes on a series of bungled dates…until he finally meets the one… We hope to release this video and the video … Read More

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Show Recap: Darling Pet Munkee at Store 54

April 26, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

Back in March, Darling Pet Munkee played a really fun show at Store 54. Store 54 is an awesome store filled with vinyl and vintage furnishings and clothes – definitely wanted to buy half the store! We played with The … Read More

Darling Pet Munkee’s “X-Ray Specs” at the Boston Underground Film Festival!

March 26, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

We are extremely excited to announce that Darling Pet Munkee‘s “X-Ray Specs” music video will be screening at the 2012 Boston Underground Film Festival! The complete schedule is available at: http://bostonunderground.org/2012-schedule/ (or as a PDF). The video was shot at Radio, mostly … Read More

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Sophia’s Rock Beat: January 2012 part I

February 28, 2012 by Sophia Cacciola

The return of Sophia’s Rock Beat (FB)! First! What is SRB? Sophia goes to local shows. Sophia video-records these shows. Then Sophia posts them on the internet. It’s a thing. Seriously, you want me at your show, let me know- and make … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee CD Release (Jan. 14, 2012) Recap!!!

January 26, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

A huge thanks friends for making our Darling Pet Munkee CD Release show a huge success!!! A tremendous thanks to all the bands, all in attendance, and to our burlesque accompaniment organized by Porcelain Dalya, featuring Strawberry-Cream Pie, Margaret, Tara Emory, and … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee wins…Dumbest Band (Name) of the Week on WMBR’s Breakfast of Champions

January 13, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

Darling Pet Munkee wishes to thank the Academy…and remind you to come see our CD release on 1/14 at Radio!!!

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Darling Pet Munkee: Day Three of “Genuine Soil From Dracula’s Castle” music video shoot!!!

January 10, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

While our first music video, “X-Ray Specs,” was scooting past the 20,000-view mark in just a few weeks, we were busy finishing the third and final shooting day for our second video – “Genuine Soil From Dracula’s Castle” – directed by … Read More

Sophia and Michael’s 2011 in Review – DNFMOMD, MJEML, Darling Pet Munkee, Space Balloons, The Motion Sick, and more…

January 9, 2012 by Sophia Cacciola

2011 was a really amazing year for us on all musical fronts; we released more music and videos than ever before, and we’ve put ourselves in a position for 2012 that should allow us to be in a constant state … Read More

Upcoming Shows for The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library, Do Not Forsake Me Oh My Darling, Darling Pet Munkee, Space Balloons, and our other bands

January 1, 2012 by Michael J. Epstein

Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library Indie pop/folk ensemble[Web][Blog][Facebook][Twitter][Last.Fm][Youtube] Do Not Forsake Me Oh My Darling Noisy, bass/drum duo – songs based on ’60s spy-fi show The Prisoner [Web][Facebook][Blog][Twitter][Youtube] Darling Pet Munkee garage/surf songs about items sold in comic books [Web][Facebook … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee Issue 7: Kung-Fu Sandals

December 31, 2011 by Michael J. Epstein

We present to you – Kung-Fu Sandals – the final story and song of Darling Pet Munkee‘s debut EP, Glows in the Dark! (Other stories here.) While it was virtually impossible to track down any stories or examples of actual Kung-Fu … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee “X-Ray Specs” Music Video!!!

December 18, 2011 by Michael J. Epstein

Darling Pet Munkee is a project for which Sophia and I have teamed up with Axemunkee‘s Catherine Capozzi to write songs about items sold in the back of old comic books! I’ve been writing posts recounting the stories of the … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee _Glows in the Dark!_ CD Release 1/14 at Radio with GOZU, The Downbeat 5, The Invisible Rays

December 16, 2011 by Michael J. Epstein

Darling Pet Munkee officially releases our debut album, _Glows in the Dark_ on 1/14/12 at Radio in Somerville! We are very excited to perform live in the venue that we shot our “X-Ray Specs” video! We’ll have guest burlesque and theater … Read More

Darling Pet Munkee Issue 6: Darling Pet Monkey

December 1, 2011 by Michael J. Epstein

Sure, I said we’d roll out one song a month, but in order to finish by the end of the year, we had to get a little bit ahead. So, as we had already presented a demo of this song … Read More

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Darling Pet Munkee Issue 5: Jet “Rocket” Space Ship!

December 1, 2011 by Michael J. Epstein

It’s time yet again for an examination of the item behind the Darling Pet Munkee song! There is sadly little of real consequence or excitement about the Jet “Rocket” Space Ship! Update 1/13/12 – Secret Fun Blog has some images … Read More

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