Michael J. Epstein and Sophia Cacciola Live Performance Schedule
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Darling Pet Munkee Discography
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
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library Discography
Complete Spotify Discography (for all bands) – all MJE/SJC discographies https://mjeml.michaeljepstein.com/ Full Length/EPs 2012 – Faith in Free EP – Lyrics/Chords – Additional Info – Buy: Bandcamp, Amazon, CDBaby – Listen: Spotify, Youtube 2012 – Swap Meet EP (split w/Golden Bloom) – Lyrics/Chords – … Read More
Wiretap Wednesday: August 1, 2012 featuring Valentin Prince – recap
t August Wiretap Wednesday is here!! This page ( http://bit.ly/wiretapwed ) will be the location of the livestream and time listings for performing acts. Valentin Prince is our feature performer tonight, August 1st! Arts at the Armory191 Highland Ave.Somerville, MA All Ages! Free! (Logistical … Read More
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library’s TEDxSomerville speaker songs 3: Schuyler Towne
For the remainder of 2012, The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library will be releasing one recording per week of the 25 songs created to honor the speakers at this year’s TEDxSomerville, accompanied by videos of their TEDx talks (see all … Read More
Darling Pet Munkee “Sea-Monkeys” music video shoot Day 1: Behind the scenes
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
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library’s TEDxSomerville speaker songs 2: Clarence Smith, Jr.
For the remainder of 2012, The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library will be releasing one recording per week of the 25 songs created to honor the speakers at this year’s TEDxSomerville, accompanied by videos of their TEDx talks (see all … Read More
Another TEN trailer featuring Michael J. Epstein as charlatan medium and Sophia Cacciola as a mourning widow…
We’ve already told you all there is to know about the fake trailer that we made for the movie TEN for the Brattle Theatre Trailer Smackdown, but in addition to creating our own trailer, we acted in another entry in … Read More
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library’s TEDxSomerville speaker songs 1: Brian Whitman
For the remainder of 2012, The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library will be releasing one recording per week of the 25 songs created to honor the speakers at this year’s TEDxSomerville, accompanied by videos of their TEDx talks (see all … Read More
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library at Church 7/13/12 video recap with He’s My Brother, She’s My Sister, The Doctors Fox, and the Philip Cohen Band.
A huge thanks to Mark Kaye (HearNowLive) and Lionel Brown (HearNowLive and Onslaught Promo) for putting together this really excellent night and making it a huge success!!! We had the pleasure of rocking for the last time with Tanya Palit … Read More
Frank the Glitter Fox is back…with a manifesto
I realize that by posting this, it will seem that I am somehow complicit in the affairs of Frank the Glitter-bombing fox (Frank Fox’s facebook page). I assure you that I am not, but I do find the whole thing … Read More
Wiretap Wednesday: July 11, 2012 featuring P.A. Trick – RECAP
July’s Wiretap Wednesday is here!! This page ( http://bit.ly/wiretapwed ) will be the location of the livestream and time listings for performing acts. P.A. Trick is our feature performer tonight, July 11th! Arts at the Armory191 Highland Ave.Somerville, MA All Ages! Free! (Logistical Details) … Read More
TEN: a movie trailer for the Brattle Theatre Trailer Smackdown 2012
We are currently raising money via Kickstarter to make this into a feature film: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/michaeljepstein/ten-b-movie-psychological-thriller-full-of-twists We were psyched to see this screen at: Brattle screening at Trailer Treats! We didn’t win the TEN trailer competition (audience voting), but this might be even … Read More
Darling Pet Munkee 7/7/12 at RADIO recap! w/video and more…
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
MJEML bids farewell to the multi-talented Tanya Palit
It is with an extremely heavy heart that I announce the departure of Tanya Palit from https://mjeml.michaeljepstein.com/. Tanya has served as my co-lead singer in the band since its inception – additionally contributing ukulele, guitar, percussion (shaker!!! and cowbell!!!). She … Read More
Imaginary Friends: The Movie – Do/did you have an imaginary friend?
My best current attempt to draw Yucky as I mighthave at age 4…well, if you imagine a lot moreout-of-the-lines coloring and uneven lines. I have recently decided to film interviews with people discussing their imaginary friends. If you had (or … Read More
Darling Pet Munkee to play Night 2 of The First and Maybe Last Annual Johnny Angel Hootenanny at Radio
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
Darling Pet Munkee…On Stage with Mantis – July 5, 2012
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
Parlour Bells “Airwaves” featuring MJE and SC as part of choir – mini-documentary about the recording and the loss of WFNX from the radio dial
Parlour Bells just finished their new single “Airwaves” – a song inspired by the demise of WFNX and WBCN. The song explores just how significant a loss those stations are to the Boston music community. it also features a chorus … Read More
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library opens for He’s My Brother She’s My Sister at Church 7/13
July 13th at Church, The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library is opening for the soon-to-be-huge He’s My Brother She’s My Sister (currently touring with Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeroes and opening for Neko Case the night before this show) … Read More
MJE makes a mixtape for MAGNET featuring Count Zero, Mellow Bravo, Jeremy Dubs, Hallelujah The Hills, Streight Angular, Bunny’s A Swine, Golden Bloom, The Susan Constant, Fat Creeps, and Summer Villains
MJE makes a mixtape for MAGNET featuring: Count Zero, Mellow Bravo, Jeremy Dubs, Hallelujah The Hills, Streight Angular, Bunny’s A Swine, Golden Bloom, The Susan Constant, Fat Creeps, and Summer Villains Youtube Playlist Spotify Playlist (missing quite a few tracks)
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library visited WZLX’s (100.7 FM) Boston Emissions with Anngelle Wood 6/10/12
Listen to the archive of the show (we performed “Amylee” and “Stranger” live and world-premiered the studio track “The Violinist”): Show preview:I am extremely excited to announce that The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library will be visiting Boston Emissions with … Read More
Wiretap Wednesday: June 6, 2012 featuring Kevin ONeil/Faulke Yue – RECAP
June’s Wiretap Wednesday is here!! This page ( http://bit.ly/wiretapwed ) will be the location of the livestream and time listings for performing acts. Kevin ONeil (Faulke Yue) is our feature performer this month! Arts at the Armory191 Highland Ave.Somerville, MA All Ages! Free! (Logistical … Read More
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library’s “Faith in Free” EP is officially out today!!!
We had already premiered “Faith in Free Part I” on MAGNET a bit back, but now the full 3-song “Faith in Free” EP is out!!! <p>&amp;lt;a href=”http://music.michaeljepstein.com/album/faith-in-free”&amp;gt;Faith in Free by The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library&amp;lt;/a&amp;gt;</p> “Faith in Free” is … Read More
Sophia and Michael cameo in André Obin’s video for “Valencia” directed by Theodore Cormey
In addition to making some of our own music videos, we always have fun appearing as extras in other people’s videos. Here’s André Obin’s video for “Valencia” directed by Theodore Cormey, whom you may remember as the director of Do … Read More
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library Lyrics and Chords Collection – Faith in Free
https://mjeml.michaeljepstein.com/ Songbook – Faith in Free edition1.) Faith in Free Part I2.) Faith in Free Part II3.) Faith in Free Part III Faith in Free Part Iknells, ringing out, ringing out, fading out knells, ringing out, ringing out, fading out … Read More
If you pay to have me see your posts on Facebook, I will unlike your page (or unfriend you).
UPDATE: Facebook has added the option to “hide all sponsored posts” from a poster. This is actually an okay solution to me. I always hide all sponsored posts whenever I see one and this means each poster only has one … Read More
Running of the Bride: my sister’s book that I star in (…or maybe I am just mentioned in 2 sentences, but either way…)
I’ve mentioned before that my sister was writing a book about her crazy wedding experience involving a proposal on the set of the Sex and the City movie and two reality shows (Say Yes to the Dress and Rock the Reception). I’m mentioned … Read More
Los Locos Manos: a film for the 48 Hour Film Project 2012 Boston by The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library
Los Locos Manos full film, created for 48 Hour Film Project Boston 2012 All of our 48 Hour Films: LOS LOCOS MANOS!!! [Facebook] [https://mjeml.michaeljepstein.com/] “Los Locos Manos” screening happened: Kendall Square Cinema Group E Screening Thursday, May 24, 7 PM … Read More
Darling Pet Munkee at Mondo Thursdays 5/17/12
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
Strange Vids Featuring TMS: Young woman grows a mustache to “I Grew A Mustache”
I support the growing trend of women finding ways to grow mustaches. This innovative young woman has apparently developed an elixir for just the occasion. One sip of the elixir plus a few rounds of calisthenics and her lip is … Read More
Darling Pet Munkee – “MONSTER S-I-Z-E MONSTERS” music video shoot wrapped – video coming soon!
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
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library holds a _Swap Meet_ with Golden Bloom – (Also, Project Amylee Part 3)
As https://mjeml.michaeljepstein.com/ sets forth on our (now annual? – see last year’s adventure) East Coast run with Golden Bloom and Neutral Uke Hotel, we present to you a project celebrating the years of collaboration that we’ve had with the fine fellows … Read More
MJEML: PROJECT A.M.Y.L.E.E. Part 2 – “Amylee” Music Video documents our battle with the evil space dolphins
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library’s “Amylee” music video has arrived! The “Amylee” music video is part of 2012’s 12-part PROJECT A.M.Y.L.E.E. for which we will present various versions of “Amylee” including covers, remixes, and session recordings! Most people are … Read More
PRESALE NOW CLOSED – The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library Double Ticket Deal with bonus, limited-edition DVD and new song!
A still from A Brief History of Flight THE PRESALE IS NOW CLOSED. SEE YOU AT THE SHOW! The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library has two very exciting shows coming up! We’ve decided to offer a special, limited-edition package ticket … Read More
Wiretap Wednesday: May 2, 2012 recap featuring Lainey SchoolTree
April’s Wiretap Wednesday is here!! This page ( http://bit.ly/wiretapwed ) will be the location of the livestream and time listings for performing acts. Lainey SchoolTree is our feature performer this month! Arts at the Armory191 Highland Ave.Somerville, MA All Ages! Free! (Logistical Details) Also, … Read More
The Dolphinspiracy/Dolphinocalypse 2012: Iceland is first! Who is next!?!?!?!
While we fight the space front against the evil dolphin conspiracy (dolphinspiracy 2012), things here on Earth are looking grimmer each day… Beginning in 2008, Iceland suffered from near complete economic collapse. In fact, the largest banking collapse (proportional to … Read More
To free or not to free: I am begging you to listen to my music, but only because you want to…???
Courtesy of local music scene satirist Richard Douche-ard. Used withouthis damn permission. Try and stop me! To free or not to free?I’ve been having a series of conversations on Facebook (1 – 2) about various components of the value of … Read More
Quiet Desperation Act 3 Episode 1 – Sophia and Michael visit Rob at the Brighton Wellness Center
Quiet Desperation Act 3 is here! We’ve made some cameos in episodes of Quiet Desperation previously, but the latest one includes Sophia and I visiting Rob at the Brighton Wellness Center, trying to cheer him up by bringing him his favorite action … Read More
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library “Amylee” music video release – our final stand against space dolphins May 5, 2012 at Arts at the Armory with Eliza Rickman
This revelation will be presented at Earthfront headquarters:The Somerville-based Arts at the ArmoryMay 5th, 2012 at 2000 (8 PM for you civilians). We will be sharing the presentations for the evening with Earth-supporter Eliza Rickman, who will be releasing a CD … Read More
MJE performs in one day of 28 Seeds: A Sci-Fi StreamCRUNK musical by Liars & Believers and Walter Sickert & The Army of Broken Toys
I am thrilled to say that I am serving as a one-day substitute mustache/player during the run of Liars & Believers and Walter Sickert & The Army of Broken Toys’ 28 Seeds. I spent the last two days at rehearsals … Read More
The Dolphinspiracy/Dolphinocalypse 2012: Dick Clark
Notice what appears right now on Ryan Seacrest’s web site under his Dick Clark tribute! We bring you another entry in our continuing series on the Dolphinspiracy/Dolphinpocalypse of 2012. As the dolphins move closer and closer every day toward the … Read More
MJEML visits WHRW Binghamton – interview and performance 1 PM EST Today!!!
TODAY 1 PMhttps://mjeml.michaeljepstein.com/ interview and performance on NEVER HOME RADIO with Marissa;Back in the mid ’90s, I was taught of the joys of Electrical Engineering at a place called SUNY Binghamton (or as they want to insist it be called, … Read More
Neutral Uke Hotel / The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library / Golden Bloom April Tour Recap in pictures!
Apr 9, 2012 – Allston, MA (US) @ Brighton Music Hall (also w/Oranjuly) -Facebook Apr 10, 2012 – Burlington, VT (US) @ Club Metronome – Facebook Apr 11, 2012 – Northampton, MA (US) @ Iron Horse – Facebook Apr 12, … Read More
The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library’s “Custom Songs for each Speaker” to be presented in TEDx Innovations session in Doha, Qatar!
https://mjeml.michaeljepstein.com/‘s TEDxSomerville involvement was presented by C. Todd Lombardo, executive director of TEDxSomerville, at the TEDxSummit 2012 in the Innovations session. His “Custom Songs for each Speaker” presentation will be heard by an international audience in Doha, Qatar and will … Read More
Wiretap Wednesday: April 4, 2012 – featuring Nick Zaino – live feed and schedule
April’s Wiretap Wednesday is here!! This page ( http://bit.ly/wiretapwed ) is the location of the videos for all performing acts. Nick Zaino was our feature performer this month! Arts at the Armory191 Highland Ave.Somerville, MA All Ages! Free! (Logistical Details) Also, connect with us … Read More
Strange Vids Featuring TMS: The 30 Lives of Haruhi Suzumiya
It has been a while since we’ve posted an entry in the Strange Vids Featuring TMS column. It’s not actually that there aren’t more videos to post, it’s just that other things have been higher priority…that is until this amazingly … Read More
Please Help Support the Idiot Tax Bill of 2012!
https://www.facebook.com/pages/I-Support-the-Idiot-Tax-Bill-of-2012/104729902993952 by https://www.facebook.com/pages/Anti-Dolphin-Invasion-Party-2012-Presidential-Candidate-Michael-J-Epstein/318558101499959
The Dolphinspiracy/Dolphinocalypse 2012: Destroy Disgusting Dolphin Deviance
We bring you another entry in our continuing series on the Dolphinspiracy/Dolphinpocalypse of 2012. As the dolphins move closer and closer every day toward the destruction of humanity, we continue our fight on the space front. I can now reveal the … Read More
Darling Pet Munkee’s “X-Ray Specs” at the Boston Underground Film Festival!
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