The Motion Sick: I’m a nerd.
At least I was. Okay, still am. Before I get to that, I’ve got a million blog posts to write for this blog, but I keep getting distracted and wondering if they should go in separate blogs or what. I … Read More
The Motion Sick: The Motion Sick Mailing List Update 2010-05-18
Friends, We’ve got some things to tell you about:1. Show tomorrow at The Middle East Downstairs2. Free MP3s for you! (…and new music from The Motion Sick!)3. Strange Youtube Videos Featuring the Music of The Motion Sick4. Radio Sampler — … Read More
Strange Vids Featuring TMS: The greatest video ever in the history of videos featuring The Motion Sick’s “30 Lives” – a wedding first dance
I’ve already posted about this on our regular blog, so it’s not quite new. However, this video is probably my favorite thing that has ever happened with any music that I was involved in making. These fine folks in Texas … Read More
The Motion Sick: Bret Michaels!
We of The Motion Sick are wishing Bret Michaels the best after he suffered a massive brain hemorrhage, just days after getting an appendectomy. He has grappled with diabetes, and as a rocker of the late ’80s, probably lead quite … Read More
Strange Vids Featuring TMS: The disgusting video that started it all…horses mating to The Motion Sick
Yup. Not much to say. This video is not safe for eyeballs, but here it is…horses mating to the romantical instrumental version of “Some Lonely Day”
The Motion Sick: SXSW 2010 Day 1
The Motion Sick elected not to go down to SXSW this year (as we had the past two years). It just costs too much money and probably isn’t worth spending for unless you’ve got a high-buzz showcase (which ultimately means … Read More
The Motion Sick: Novelty Songs: “I Grew A Mustache” and “Aquaman’s Lament” videos!!
Listen/buy audio over at: http://music.themotionsick.com/album/novelty-songs-volume-one Scroll down for “I Grew A Mustache”“Aquaman’s Lament” “I Grew A Mustache”
The Motion Sick: Golden Bloom vs. The Motion Sick is here
This is a bit overdue, but we are happy to announce that the Golden Bloom vs. The Motion Sick split 7″ has been released! In case you missed our original announcement, the concept was that The Motion Sick recorded a … Read More
The Motion Sick: Live Video From 2/19 – Ad Frank and the Fast Easy Women, The Fatal Flaw, Golden Bloom, and Akudama
We previously posted video of our performance (and our guest appearance with Golden Bloom), but we also wanted to share some video from the excellent bands that shared the evening with us last Friday: Ad Frank and the Fast Easy … Read More
The Motion Sick: Golden Bloom vs. The Motion Sick Release Show Live Videos!
We can’t even begin to express our full gratitude for how wonderful it is to be able to be involved with playing music in Boston. It’s an absolute pleasure to work with so many great bands and to have so … Read More
The Motion Sick: Our mini-tour in band videos…
You already saw some fun tour videos from the Space a bit back. Here’s a quick recap showing some video from the bands we’ve shared the nights with lately: From Don Hill’s: Tayisha Busay Sidewalk Driver The Motion Sick (not sure … Read More
The Motion Sick: Love Will Tear Us Apart: We’ve been sampled! (Along with 102 others)
Over at http://lifejustbounces.blogspot.com/2010/02/desert-island-dicks-love-will-tear-us.html, Desert Island Dicks have decided to celebrate Valentine’s Day by sampling bits of 103 versions of Joy Division’s quintessential classic “Love Will Tear Us Apart” including The Motion Sick’s cover from 2008’s _The truth will catch you, just … Read More
The Motion Sick: The Motion Sick vs. The Space: The Videos
Our visit to Hamden, CT’s The Space: …and after the show, this is what we do…
The Motion Sick: The Motion Sick’s Last Shows For A While! Get a free copy of our 7″! We Visit CT, NY, Philly
The Motion Sick will be taking some time off from playing shows to finish up some recordings. So, most likely, you won’t be hearing us perform for a few months. This is your last chance for a bit!!!!If you buy … Read More
The Motion Sick: The Lizard Lounge – Sold Out and Bloody!
Thanks to everyone who came out to our massively sold-out rock show at The Lizard Lounge last week. Apart from an unsightly and messy injury (more info down below), we had a great time and really enjoyed the fine tunes … Read More
The Motion Sick: Boston Phoenix Best Local Rock Band 2009
We had the great honor of being selected as Best Local Rock Band 2009 in the Boston Phoenix!
The Motion Sick: The Motion Sick Update 1/21/10 – Boston, NYC, CT, Philly Shows + Free Download + 30 Lives Wedding Dance + News
Support the brand that supports The Motion Sick: Friends! Lots of excitement! We’ve got shows in Boston, CT, NYC, and Philly; we need your help to earn a little money via our new song for you to download for free; … Read More
The Motion Sick: “30 Lives” makes a great wedding first dance!
This is definitely one of the most awesome and fun things that has ever happened with our music. It is quite an honor to have “30 Lives” selected to be part of someone’s world in this way.
The Motion Sick: Golden Bloom vs. The Motion Sick Artwork Contest Winners!
We were thrilled with how many entries we got in the Golden Bloom vs. The Motion Sick artwork contest. There were so many great entries that once we chose the winner, we decided to choose a bunch of great runner-ups rather than just a … Read More
The Motion Sick: New Year’s Eve Recap!
I am a little behind on saying so, but thanks friends for coming to see us on NYE at Church. We had an awesome time and grabbed a few videos of the other great bands we played with. Thought you … Read More
DNFMOMD: Sophia’s Year in Review
all links go to something interesting. Do Not Forsake Me Oh My Darling: In July we recorded 3 songs with Mike Quinn at The Moontower (download them here!), and had a kick-ass photo shoot with Kelly Davidson. In August, we … Read More
The Motion Sick: The Motion Sick rocks New Year’s Eve at Church Rock Club
Royal Rocking New Years Eve!!11 PM – The Upper Crust10 PM – The Gentlemen9 PM – The Motion Sick For the third year in a row Boston Rock Royalty returns TO CHURCH!! Tickets are $20 Advance and $25 Day Of … Read More
The Motion Sick: The Motion Sick in the studios: Bopnique and The Moontower
We’ve been spending some of our holiday-season time visiting the studio to prepare our next recording. First, we’ve been working on our cover of Golden Bloom’s “Doomsday Devices” for our shared split 7″ project. The artwork contest has just wrapped … Read More
The Motion Sick: The Motion Sick celebrated Golden Bloom’s Shawn Fogel’s Birthday on 12/12!
We told you about our final show of the year – which may or may not be our final show of 2009…but more on that later… Until then, here’s some video from the 12/12 show celebrating a Golden Bloom birthday! … Read More
The Motion Sick: Our last show of 2009 – 12/12 in Brooklyn and Happy Holidays from Patrick!
The Motion Sick says farewell to 2009 with our final show on 12/12 at Bar Matchless in Brooklyn with Golden Bloom, Claymation Velociraptor, and more… Details at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=184696857755&ref=ts We’ll have one more update in the next few weeks to tell … Read More
The Motion Sick: Aquaman’s Lament
We are still working on an updated version of our Ash Wednesday’s Residency 4-song collection (poster from the event on the left). One of the songs, “Aquaman’s Lament” has been getting some notice lately. We even had the honor of … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Art Contest Crush: Design the art for a split 7″
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). Artists! (and those pretending to be!) Golden Bloom and The Motion Sick have gone head-to-head releasing a split 7″ with:Golden Bloom covering The Motion Sick’s “30 Lives”The Motion Sick covering Golden … Read More
The Motion Sick: The Motion Sick on Aloud’s Rock Tour of Boston Episode 1: TT the Bear’s
This has been floating around for a while, but we’re just catching up on telling you all about some recent things: See full report…
The Motion Sick: Chat with The Motion Sick on 11/22 8 PM EST
We’ll be chatting with the community at Music Game Authors about the preparation of our songs for Rock Band, our upcoming recording plans, and anything else of interest on Sunday, 11/22 at 8 PM EST. The chat session is open … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Live Video Crush: Friday the 13th at Middle East Up
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). Last Friday was positively epic, I spent the entire night running up and down stairs in a (successful) attempt to see all 10 bands that played between the upstairs and the … Read More
The Motion Sick: The Motion Sick’s 150th Show Recap (including videos)
Well friends, thanks again for helping make our 150th show an absolute blast. It was nearly sold out before show time and totally sold out by the time the 2nd band of the night was on. We were editor’s pick … Read More
The Motion Sick: We’re doing a split 7″ with Golden Bloom! Videos and Press Release Inside!
We’re recording a cover of Golden Bloom’s “Doomsday Devices” and they are covering our “30 Lives” – the recordings will be released on a split 7″ in early 2010. Stay tuned for a cover art contest. In the meantime, watch … Read More
The Motion Sick: Live Chat with The Motion Sick and “30 Lives” in Rock Band (Preview)
We’ve just gotten hold of an awesome preview video of “30 Lives” for Rock Band. This isn’t quite the final version, but it’s almost there and soon, you’ll be able to buy songs by The Motion Sick in the Rock … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Giveaway Crush: Win tickets to The Motion Sick, Static of the Gods and more on Friday
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). Win two tickets to The Middle East Upstairs on Friday the 13th to see: 11/13 – Landlocked Rock Cruise Featuring: The Motion Sick (150th show!) Static of the Gods (CD Preview) … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Festival Crush: A Conversation with SXSW Creative Director Brent Grulke and Sonicbids Founder and CEO Panos Panay
This article originally appears on Boston Band Crush ). Friday is the very last day to apply (via Sonicbids) to showcase at SXSW 2010. SXSW 2009 was one of the big things that really got Boston Band Crush rolling with written … Read More
The Motion Sick: 10/24 at The Middle East Downstairs Video Recap
Things have been a bit light on The Motion Sick blog here because there are so many exciting things going on. Soon, we’ll get a bunch of news up for you all. Until then, here’s a video recap of the … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Show Crush: Wheat, Jukebox the Ghost, The Motion Sick, The Needy Visions
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). Saturday 10/24/09 at The Middle East Downstairs 4 good reasons to hit the Middle East on Saturday:Wheat Jukebox the Ghost Jukebox the Ghost “Hold It In” OFFICIAL from Guy Manly on … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Show Recap Crush: Sidewalk Driver CD Release with The Motion Sick, Aloud, and John Powhida International Airport
This article originally appears on Boston Band Crush ). JC McKitterick opened up the night, he is Tad’s (from Sidewalk Driver) brother. I was in a parking nightmare and totally missed his set, unfortunately. However, he did take an opportunity … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Name Crush: Sidewalk Driver
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). I’ve been learning so much from just asking bands about where their name comes from, I’ve had a discourse on Fabio from The Motion Sick, a lesson on Andy Warhol from … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Reunion Crush: What’s Your Major?
This article originally appears on Boston Band Crush ). It has taken me a whole week to get all the video and photos organized from the fabulous What’s Your Major? shows last weekend. There’s too much to post on the … Read More
The Motion Sick – Lyrics
[Home][Listen/Buy Music ] [ Lyrics ] [ Bio/Press ] [ Blog/News ] [ Past Shows and Live Photos/Video ] [ Video ] [Mailing List ] [Contact] SONG TITLE: Thundarr TIME SIGNATURE: 6/8 KEY: A# Notes: Capo 3 A# Gm D# F A# Gm And I keep in my pocket some radioactive waste D# F A# that way I … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Show Crush: BBCUniversity presents: What’s Your Major
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). (click image to make larger!)So by now, you’ve probably heard us babbling on and on about this wild two night event we’re planning this weekend at Church of Boston. Here’s what … Read More
The Motion Sick: What’s Your Major? Rock Show on Friday (and Saturday) – The Motion Sick’s Michael Epstein (along with Brendan Boogie) breaks world record for college busking!
In an effort to promote our What’s Your Major show this weekend, I teamed up with show promoter Brendan Boogie to pull off a practically unthinkable feat…busk at over 50 colleges in a single day. Here’s how it went down: … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Festival Crush: The Boston Ahts Festival This Weekend!!
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). Note: Boston Arts Festival Saturday Program Has Been Canceled. The Boston Ahts Festival Friday, Saturday & Sunday, September 11, 12 & 13 Christopher Columbus Park The festival features over 60 juried … Read More
Bad Music PR 1 #PRFail AKA I’d be thrilled if RHCP would eat Phish, but only if they got a debilitating stomach ache
I am always studying how the wise and successful bands carry out their PR campaigns, particularly who they hire and what their angles and strategies are. I hope to write more extensively about this and other music business topics right … Read More
The Motion Sick: The secret to success is possibly the combination of tabloid classifieds and Stevie Wonder’s privates…
We here at The Motion Sick are ever searching for the secret(s) to success. We consult with music industry folks, listeners, and psychics on a regular basis to find the optimal route to world domination and control. So far, we … Read More
The Motion Sick: The Motion Sick at Game Unicon Featuring Sockey, the sock puppet with lint for brains (brief cameo by my Commodore 64 disk puncher)
We are all very excited to be part of Game Unicon – http://www.gameunicon.com at the Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Convention Center in Marlborough, MA on Friday August 21st – Sunday August 23rd. We’ll be performing at the concert … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Show Recap Crush: Dave Virr’s Birthday 8/8 @ The Middle East – Leo Blais, Hymns, The Motion Sick, The Shills, The Everyday Visuals
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). Here are some photos and videos from 8/8 at The Middle East. Additional photos at: Leo Blais Hymns The Motion Sick The Shills The Everyday Visuals
The Motion Sick: 8/8/9 Birthday Show a Sold-Out, Smashing, Chaotic Success! Thanks to everyone who made it out!
Thanks to all you kind folks who made it out to Dave Duncan Virr’s Birthday show! We had an absolute blast playing, broke everything in sight, and were thrilled to be on a bill with such great bands: Hymns, The … Read More
The Motion Sick: Boston GreenFest 2009 Lineup Announced – The Motion Sick w/THE CLICK 5, MR. LIF, TEM BLESSED, and SAMBA TREMETERRA
Boston GreenFest 2009Thurs Aug 20-Sat Aug 22City Hall Plaza, Boston THURSDAY AUGUST 20 (5PM – 10PM Curfew) MAIN STAGE5:00 – 5:30PM THE MOTION SICK6:00 – 6:45PM THE CLICK 57:15 – 8:00PM SAMBA TREMETERRA8:15 – 8:45PM TEM BLESSED9:00 – 10:00PM MR. … Read More