The Motion Sick – Past Shows
Live photos and video archives
Ladies Rock Camp Boston 2011 Videos!
I was really excited to witness a new crop of female rock stars last night at the Ladies Rock Camp showcase. On Friday, around 30 women with little-to-no experience playing their instrument gathered together, formed bands, went through intensive music … Read More
Michael J. Epstein’s 2010 in review…
Here’s a quick recap of all my musical nonsensicals in 2010 broken down by project (see also Sophia’s recap): The Michael J. Epstein Memorial LibraryWith The Motion Sick winding down in 2010, it was time for me to decide what … Read More
The 139 Boston Local Artists Sophia saw in 2010 (with video)
Sophia (right) with Erica enjoying someRock ‘n’ Roll at Church Here it is! All of the local Boston artists that I saw in 2010, plus some videos that we took of them! This is my list, but Mike probably saw … Read More
Sophia’s 2010 in Review
DNFMOMD on TOUR!photo by Kelly Davidson The Prisoner- top still from our recreation- bottom I’m breaking this up into groups – starting with my reason for justifying how I live my life, Do Not Forsake Me Oh My Darling. 2010 was … Read More
The Motion Sick’s “30 Lives” music video in HD!
30 Lives HD (be sure to click the option to set it to 720p 30 Lives (Up-Up-Down-Dance Mix) HD (be sure to click the option to set it to 720p I honestly am not sure why I didn’t post these … Read More
DNFMOMD: Dec 2nd Middle East Downstairs Recap!
‘Round October I had decided that DNFMOMD would take a break from shows until 2011 – after all, we’re working fairly constantly on 2 music videos (here and here) and will be recording another EP at the end of December … Read More
Microfunding is the Future of Labels! (…but Kickstarter is [at least mostly] the wrong model for bands)
I am delighted to say that this article has been picked up by Music Think Tank: http://www.musicthinktank.com/blog/microfunding-is-the-future-of-labels-but-kickstarter-is-the.htmlKickstarter/MicrofundingBy now we’ve all at least heard about Kickstarter. Many of us have helped to fund projects. I’ve supported 5 or 6 myself. The best … Read More
Neutral Uke Hotel at CMJ: Recap with Video of Show Plus Street Performance Video
It was exciting to head down to NY for a 6-hour visit to play the Green Room Music Source showcase at CMJ this year with Neutral Uke Hotel. I took a casual train ride down and got to listen to … Read More
The Girls of The Motion Sick = Sweetest Thing Ever (with video!)
(I had originally posted about the event here.) Let me just start with, a HUGE thanks to: Agent Mike Bishop, Leesa Coyne, Veronica Dale, Kelly Davidson, Sophia Cacciola, Jen Johnson, Tad Mckitterick, Kate Murdoch, J-Krafty, Sarah RabDAU, Matt Graber, Peter Moore, Eric … Read More
Michael J. Epstein’s Seven Rules of Social Networking and Media in preparation for Rock Shop 8 Panel 10/6 at Mid East Down
I am very pleased to say that a slightly streamlined version of this is up over at Music Think Tank and another published in Performer. Photo by Kelly Davidson I am quite honored to have been asked to participate on the … Read More
“Thundarr” music video
Before “Thundarr” became a huge international hit for The Motion Sick, I used to play it solo. Back in those days (see brief history), I enlisted the help of Mickey Stahl, who shot and edited this fine video below… Thundarr … Read More
The Motion Sick Press
[Home][Listen/Buy Music ] [ Lyrics ] [ Bio/Press ] [ Blog/News ] [ Past Shows and Live Photos/Video ] [ Video ] [Mailing List ] [Contact] Major Press Accolades (Summary) College Radio History – Music Video Airplay – Press Kit Bio – Small – Large 30 Lives Music Video One Sheet AccoladesOne Sheet Press Clips Clips The Motion … Read More
The Mighty Debut of The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library (with Neutral Uke Hotel) – video included
I just want to give a HUGE thanks to everyone involved with making The MJEML’s musical debut a smashing success. Agent Bishop did a great job setting up the show and trusting us to come through and sell out a … Read More
The Motion Sick: The Rock Primary Campaign Videos Get Dirty!
Our opponents in The Rock Primary are spewing totally slanderous garbage. You’ll be hearing our response to these allegations soon and our opponents will be hearing from our lawyers soon! Campaign videos from our opponents:http://www.youtube.com/user/therockprimary All Campaign Videos: http://bit.ly/cGvV9Z Cast … Read More
The Motion Sick: The Motion Sick’s final shows (for an indefinite time) / new projects by TMS members (including Neutral Uke Hotel)
Hello Friends! Just wanted to give you all a quick update to let you know what we’re up to. The Motion Sick has decided to wrap up the 4-song recording we’re working on, play a couple more shows, and then … Read More
Strange Vids Featuring TMS: The video we’ve all been waiting for! Funny animals set to “30 Lives!!!”
“30 Lives” and funny animals. Nothing more to say.
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
DNFMOMD: Ad Frank and The Fast Easy Women “Winterthru” Video!
Mike and I had the distinct pleasure of participating as extras (ahem, “talent”) in this music video for the song “Winterthru” by Ad Frank and The Fast Easy Women. The video is great (certainly check out the other videos from Lost … Read More
Strange Vids Featuring TMS: A totally sketchy video about cracking some software. Illegal and we don’t endorse it, but hey, “30 Lives”
Not legal, not safe, not smart, but “30 Lives (Up-Up-Down-Dance Mix)” is good stuff…
Strange Vids Featuring TMS: Terrifyingly hypnotic video about a Barbie dance set to “Grace Kelly”
I think this awesomely hypnotic video is either used to get children to do their homework and eat their peas via subliminal behavior modification or it is to convince enemy spies to reveal their secrets. Also, it’s set to “Grace … Read More
Strange Vids Featuring TMS: Kind of digging this Mr. Bill-esque clay-man destruction video set to “30 Lives”
Another hit! Stop-motion clay figure destruction set to the upbeat bop of “30 Lives (Up-Up-Down-Dance Mix)” can make anyone’s day better.
Strange Vids Featuring TMS: Runescape video game and “30 Lives”
Don’t get it, but hey… “30 Lives”
Strange Vids Featuring TMS: Offensive video comparing Bush to Hitler. It used to be set to Green Day…
Yup, this is offensive and stupid and it used to use Green Day. Now, it uses “30 Lives (Up-Up-Down-Dance Mix)” – ugh…
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: 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 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: 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
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Music Video (and Show Recap) Crush: J-Krafty’s “Crafty” hits the streets
This article originally appears on Boston Band Crush ). I told you a few days ago about J-Krafty’s video release show. Well, the crafting has gone down. The kidz in the crafty hood made gangsta crafts at the event at … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Arts ‘n’ Crafts & Gangsta Rap Crush: J-Krafty, The Original Crafta Video Release 12/11
This article originally appears on Boston Band Crush ). J-Krafty (a.k.a. ‘slim crafty’, a.k.a. 25cent a.k.a the O.C. – the original crafta) has written the absolute very best song about being a gangsta arts ‘n’ craftster ever written. Sure, it may also be … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Show Crush: Video Game Orchestra 12/5 @ Berklee
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). This sounds like a fun marriage between classical and video games, from the press release: The Video Game Orchestra (VGO) returns to the Berklee Performance Center on Saturday, December 5 for … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Live Video Crush: November 6th at Church of Boston
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). I have a back-log of live videos to share. November 6th was an awesome, if eclectic night of music at Church of Boston. You can read all about it in the … 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
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Video Recap Crush: Brendan Hogan, Gretel, and Hey Mama, 10/19 at The Lizard Lounge
This article originally appears on Boston Band Crush ). Brendan Hogan Gretel Hey Mama
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Music Video Crush: “The Horrors of Retail” by Lucretia’s Daggers
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). New music video by Lucretia’s Daggers, “The Horrors of Retail,” filmed at Stingray Body Art by Scott Matalon and Warren Lynch of Metropolitan Pictures. The topic, for anyone’s whose ever worked … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Music Video Crush: “Reboot My Heart” by The Cinnamon Fuzz
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). New music video by The Cinnamon Fuzz for the song, “Reboot My Heart.” The song is a geeky love song all about computers, and the video has ROBOTS! and a cameo … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Music Video Crush: Aloud “You Got Me Wrong”
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). Released today is Aloud‘s new video for the song “You Got Me Wrong” which features some fun sign-synching and Brady-Bunch-esque color boxes. Check it out:
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Video Release Crush: The Cinnamon Fuzz
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). The Cinnamon Fuzz are releasing their brand new music video for the song Reboot My Heart tomorrow, Saturday, October 3rd. The music video was shot in July and directed by Matt … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Music Video Crush: Hallelujah The Hills – “Blank Passports”
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). Brand-new video for “Blank Passports” by Hallelujah The Hills shot at Great Scott! It’s full of choreographed dancing, fireworks, and headlamps! Check it out:
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
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Music Video Crush: “Sacrilege” by Walter Sickert and the Army of Broken Toys
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). New music video from Walter Sickert and the Army of Broken Toys for the song “Sacrilege.” It was directed by Theodore Cormey who did the recent video for Sarah RabDAU and … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Music Video Crush: “Doreen” by Muck and the Mires
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). Muck and the Mires have a brand new video for their song, “Doreen.” It’s a straight up performance by the band of the song with some go-go girls in Austin Powers … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Video Crush: The Main Drag – A Jagged Gorgeous Winter
This article originally appears on Boston Band Crush ). The Main Drag have a new and awesome video for “A Jagged Gorgeous Winter” and they are currently out on tour (dates below). We caught their show at Great Scott the … Read More
The Motion Sick: The Motion Sick E-mail Update 6-16-09 – Download all our music free!, Pansy Division, Cardio for Indie Rockers, and more…
We’ve got some exciting things going on! 1. Download all of our music for free and we still get paid! 2. We’re opening for Pansy Division tomorrow 3. We’ve got a song on a workout DVD 4. The Motion Sick … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Become A Crushable Music Video Star with Televandals
This article originally appears on Boston Band Crush ). One of my favorite local bands, the post-everything Televandals are shooting a music video tomorrow (Sunday June 14th) at The Middlesex and they want you to be in it. They are … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Video Crush: Bang Camaro “Revolution”
This article originally appears on Boston Band Crush ). Bang Camaro, in preparation for a couple of dates outside Boston supporting Monster Magnet, has released a music video for “Revolution.”
The Motion Sick: Mailing List Update 4-30-09-The Motion Sick Declared Best Boston Rock Band 2009 – See Us Saturday at TT’s with illegal Iranian Rock Band – Free Music
The Motion Sick has been declared “Best Local Rock Band 2009” in the Boston Phoenix: http://thephoenix.com/theBest/Boston/Arts/Localrockband/. This is a great honor to us and we thank everyone who put in a good word at the polls. —-Our pals in the … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Video Crush: Jaggery “O Scorpio”
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). New video from avante–garde darkwavers Jaggery. The video interestingly explores the inherent split-personality between the creator of art and the performer. Check it out: From the press release: Jaggery has just … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Video Crush: Gene Dante and the Future Starlets – “A Madness To His Method”
This article originally appears on Boston Band Crush ). Gene Dante and the Future Starlets, hot off a Rumble Semi-Final win last Thursday, has unleashed a music video for “A Madness To His Method” directed by local director Michael Pope, … Read More
Boston Band Crush Archived Article: Rumble Crush: Night Four Video and Recap!
This article originally appeared on Boston Band Crush ). Anarchy Club started up the night with their tight hard rock (ala Helmet). Izzy played a Hello Kitty guitar, I think they need to take this further and have everyone play … Read More