Triptych presents three performances that uniquely integrate theater, video, dance, art, and rock! NOVEMBER 14TH AT OBERON. Michael and Sophia have been working for many months with John Langton of Porcelain on a 3-part short film/set of music videos exploring … Read More
Our new double single for the songs, “Episode 10: Living in Harmony” and “Episode 15: The Girl Who Was Death” made their debut over at the Boston Herald’s GUESTLISTED today! They said, “DNFMOMD returns with a pair of singles that add … Read More
In case you missed it, the very awesome VANYALAND premiered our video/song cover of Shakespears Sister’s 1992 mega-hit “Stay” – Note: for reasons unknown, Youtube removed the original video post saying we had violated the TOS. They did not reinstate … Read More
From: http://gbcasa.org/november-13-2013-meeting-notice/ November 13, 2013 – Psychoacoustical Secrets to Better Sound Recording Psychoacoustical Secrets to Better Sound Recording Featured Speaker: Michael J. Epstein, Ph.D., is a tenured Associate Professor in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology with joint appointment … Read More
November Wiretap Wednesday is here! We are sad to say that this will be our last Wiretap under our hosting. We’re very proud of what we’ve done with the night and have truly enjoyed hearing many inspired performances over the … Read More
Welcome to the PORNIVAL (that stands for Portable Carnival AND NOTHING ELSE). We were invited to the Wireforest for an evening of extravagance. I decided it was the perfect time to debut my Metropolis robot body: Newsflash: Sophia is a … Read More
EXTRA SPOOKY THEMED SHOW TONIGHT!!!Go “like” the On The Town with Mikey Dee facebook page! OTTwMD plays local Boston music and is on every Wednesday from 9pm-Midnight and almost always features a live band around 10:30 – it’s on 91.5 WMFO – https://www.wmfo.org/.Send … Read More
Halloween in Boston is a big deal. We didn’t manage to make it to as much as we wanted to, but here’s a glimpse of what TT the Bear’s had to offer: Ad Frank and the Ad Seeds as Nick Cave … Read More
https://mjeml.michaeljepstein.com/ (The Michael J. Epstein Mass Spectrometer) is very excited to be the house band for The Encyclopedia Show SomervilleMonday, October 14, 2013Davis Square Theatre255 Elm St., Somerville, Massachusetts 02144|7:00pm until 10:00pmFacebook EventSecond Season Second Episode of the Encyclopedia Show: Somerville! Our … Read More
With our Kickstarter campaign at the halfway point, we thought it was a grand time to shed a little light on our casting process for MAGNETIC and to get to know Allix Mortis a little better. We knew we didn’t … Read More
We cannot thank you all enough for believing in us and this project! We are so thrilled to have reached our initial funding goal at 2 weeks in our 4 week campaign! We’re so grateful that you all have trusted us … Read More
I always know I’m at a good show when I see Johnny Anguish (Daykamp Music) crouched at the front of the stage taking photos, and I always know which show to go to when I see one of Nicole Anguish’s … Read More
Rachel Leah Blumenthal self portrait Very excited to announce that Rachel Leah Blumenthal has signed on as our Production Assistant aka WRANGLER OF SHEEP for our first set of principal shooting days of MAGNETIC! . I’m pretty sure she’s in … Read More
October Wiretap Wednesday is here!! Wiretap Wednesday is a low-stress open mic that welcomes music, comedy, poems, and storytelling! Our feature performer tonight was Jonathan Michael! Arts at the Armory191 Highland Ave.Somerville, MA Also, connect with us on Facebook. Links to … Read More
slate from TEN Very excited to announce that Kelly Davidson has signed on as Director of Photography for our new feature film, MAGNETIC! Kelly was also our Director of Photography for our first film, TEN; and has shot two (soon to … Read More
We’ve had an amazing first day kickstarting our new feature film, MAGNETIC – thank you so much to everyone for your support of this project so far! We are beyond humbled and cannot wait to thank you all personally. As … Read More
We are extremely excited to announce that we’re in preproduction for our 2nd feature film, MAGNETIC. On December 31st, at 11:58:07 PM Coordinated Universal Time, Earth, the third planet from the star sol will have its atmosphere ripped to shreds … Read More
Do Not Forsake Me Oh My Darling is very excited to return to the Sierra Grille in Northampton, MA this week! Facebook event. We always have a magical time in Northampton!
https://mjeml.michaeljepstein.com/ wrote a song about traveling to Paris to kiss Oscar Wilde? We’re debuting it on October 3rd at Oberon? But why?!?!?!? Jade Sylvan‘s Kissing Oscar Wilde book release party!https://www.facebook.com/events/147511405445366/ Tickets: http://bit.ly/kisswilde Why go to a book release party in … Read More
We’re finally issuing the 12th (and final) lip-synching video for TEN Kickstarter backer rewards. This is kind of a special one, which is what took us so long! Edrie is one of the Boston area’s most enthusiastic supporters of creative projects, … Read More
More info: http://unionsquaremain.org/fluff-festival/ – Facebook Event What the Fluff? A Tribute to the Union Square Invention Date: Saturday, September 28, 2013. 3 – 7 pm(Raindate Sunday, September 29) Where: Union Square Plaza in Somerville. Where Prospect Street, Washington Street and Somerville Avenue meet. FOR THE EIGHTH … Read More
We’re super excited that Mark Phinney’s Fat (IMDB) starring Mel Rodriguez, one of the most important, bravest films in a long, long time, has received a wonderful response at its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival! Read some of Mark’s … Read More
I was very excited to have been asked to help celebrate the 40th (!!!) Anniversary of TT the Bears Place – one of my most favorite places to play – and one of the most welcoming. TTs took a chance … Read More
Walter Sickert’s “Saint of Glass Worms” Last year, https://mjeml.michaeljepstein.com/‘s Art-Exchange Project included 5 songs written via the inspiration of 5 of our favorite visual artists. Each of those artists also then created a new visual piece based on a song … Read More
(preview of the forthcoming Encyclopedia Show Somerville Seasons 1-3) by The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library https://mjeml.michaeljepstein.com/ (The Michael J. Epstein Mass Spectrometer) is very excited to be the house band for The Encyclopedia Show SomervilleMonday, September 9, 2013Davis Square Theatre255 … Read More
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
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library is very excited to play the 3rd Annual JP Music Festival this Saturday! Our set-time is 3PM!all the info (from the facebook event): Join us Saturday, September 7th, 2013 from 12-7 PM at Pinebank … Read More
September Wiretap Wednesday!! Wiretap Wednesday is a low-stress open mic that welcomes music, comedy, poems, and storytelling! Our feature performer was Why Are Those Girls SO Loud! Arts at the Armory191 Highland Ave.Somerville, MA All Ages! Free! (Logistical Details) Free Parking … Read More
Sophia and I have made a lot of music videos of our own and we’ve appeared in many music videos made for others. Now, however, for the first time ever, a music video we made for someone else! Endation‘s “Staab” … Read More
Hello Earth children! We Balloononians are in the final stages of completing a music-based TV show for your Earth television. In the meantime, we thought we should share some home videos we took while on an excursion in our favorite … Read More
Lucy Moran – style icon I got to star as Lucy Moran from Twin Peaks in the latest Hallelujah the Hills music video for their song, ‘Confessions of an Ex-Ghost’ and I couldn’t be more excited with how it turned … Read More
Tiny Festival of Huge ProportionsSaturday, August 24th2:00-6:00pmThe Lily PadInman Square1353 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02139 A family garden party to benefit HOPES music therapy program at MGH All ages welcome (under 15 free) http://tinyfestival.eventbrite.com/https://www.facebook.com/events/477256492368947 Light refreshments will be provided, including … Read More
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
“Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library will steal your heart with its cover of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds’ “The Weeping Song.”…read the rest at: http://boston.cbslocal.com/top-lists/bostons-best-local-rock-bands/ We’re extremely honored to be on this list along with the great bands below. Don’t … Read More
August Wiretap Wednesday is here!! Arts at the Armory191 Highland Ave.Somerville, MA All Ages! Free! (Logistical Details) Free Parking in the back, wine and beer and coffee at the Cafe! Also, connect with us on Facebook.andTwitter! FEATURE: MATTHEW OTTO other performers … Read More
written by Jade Sylvan art by Frank Germano/Man on Fire Design layout by Sophia Cacciola Kindle Edition Print Edition The TEN film companion novel tells the story of TEN from the perspectives of the ten characters. Each of the ten … Read More
The first ever 8-bit cover of MJEML is here! Double Hex released a 5-song EP of chiptune, 8-bit covers of “Amylee” by The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library “Suburban Dream” by The Stepkids “Titty Taco” by Uzimon “I Never Knew” … Read More
Some videos courtesy of John Doherty: 8/9/13 Middle East Upstairs Hayley Jane and the Primates Jatoba https://mjeml.michaeljepstein.com/ The Gathering Floozies 18+ $10 Advance / $12 Day of Show 8 PM Doors Facebook event – Tickets Color Me by Hayley Jane … Read More
John Langton and Sophia in “Bachelor Hours” In addition to making some of our own music videos, we always have fun appearing as extras in other people’s videos. And, this Parlour Bells video was an especially fun one. Michael got to play … Read More
The Motion Sick had a blast returning to the stage at Brighton Music Hall! It was a lot of fun to get to do it again and to share the evening with all of you. Here are some videos of … Read More
We were excited to crack open our Somerville Scout to see that Do Not Forsake Me Oh My Darling is nominated for Best Local Band! You can go vote here!
TEN the Movie was born last year as what we thought would be just a fun trailer to make for the annual Brattle Theatre Trailer Smackdown! Of course, things don’t always go as planned and we’re in the midst of … Read More
It’s the first performance by The Motion Sick in 3 years! Travis, Matt, and I played two songs on Boston Emissions with Anngelle Wood in celebration of our reunion show at Brighton Music Hall on July 13th. Check it! If … Read More
Catherine Capozzi is featured in Curve Magazine and the piece makes generous mention of the TEN Soundtrack! Pick up a copy at your local newsstand or check out the digital link at: http://www.curvemag-digital.com/curvemagazine/jul_aug_2013/?lm=1372692457000&pg=58#pg58 Curve says: Currently, Capozzi is excited about providing … Read More
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
For the July Wiretap, In lieu of a feature performer this holiday-eve we will instead celebrated independence with a 3-song open mic! Arts at the Armory 191 Highland Ave. Somerville, MA Also, connect with us on Facebook. Here’s who celebrated with … Read More
All the kids keep tweeting about this band Imagine Dragons’ song “30 Lives,” but let’s not forget who had a song called “30 Lives” first kids! Is ours better? Well, it definitely has more dancing bear mascots and 80s movie/Konami … Read More
Check out my little piece in Performer on why I think Kickstarter is in danger because of confusing policies and ideas about project-based crowdfunding. This is a short piece and presents a brief set of ideas meant to open up … Read More
Do Not Forsake Me Oh My Darling is happy to be opening up a last minute show to benefit Rosie’s Place – Rosie’s Place, a sanctuary for poor and homeless women, offers emergency and long-term assistance to women who have … Read More
casting extras for Endation music video July 21st – have 11am-4pm available Location: Allston 15-20 extras needed – must be available for the full time. Physical needs: must be able to fall down/collapse independently repeatedly. In addition we will need some extras to … Read More