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CIAO MY SHINING STAR - THE SONGS OF MARK MULCAHY

Mark Mulcahy is one of my absolute favorite songwriters and vocalists and I am happy and proud to call him a friend. I am frequently in awe of his songwriting, love his recordings, and still occasionally become a nervous teenage fan in his presence. I want you to know this music. It feels like giving a gift to spread the word. When you hear the songs and they sink into your body and become part of you, I'd be willing to guess that you will want to tell those you love about this music. Embrace this desire when it happens. You will give and receive all at once.

First, get all three of his solo albums, which were released in this order: Fathering, Smile Sunset, and In Pursuit of Your Happiness. You can order them from THE MEZZOTINT LABEL, the small indie label that releases Mark's music, and that of his previous bands Miracle Legion and Polaris (Pete and Pete fans unite!). There's CDs, vinyl, cool t-shirts and other merch if you're inclined. You'll buy the stuff directly from the artist and can take pride in supporting this music.

Second, a monumental tribute album called Ciao My Shining Star - Songs of Mark Mulcahy, just released today. Songs covered are from his solo albums, his Miracle Legion albums, and the Polaris album, spanning his songwriting career to date. The artists on Ciao... range from Thom Yorke of Radiohead to Vic Chestnut, the great Athens, GA, songsmith. Other contributors include Dinosaur Jr., The National, Dumptruck, Josh Rouse, Laura Veirs, Juliana Hatfield, Frank Black, and 30+ more on the whopping 41-track deluxe edition. This is a truly amazing tribute to Mark's songs, and to his love. Receive and give at once:Download Ciao My Shining Star on iTUNES

Or, order the 21 track CD on Amazon.com

Fans can rejoice together on Mark's Facebook page, or at the discussion group As Far As We Know (AFAWK).

We love and miss you Melissa.

Past Perfect: the new album from National Carpet

CLICK HERE to stream the new album free until April 19! Pre-order your copy of the CD and get the disc two weeks before it's available in stores. Spread the word!

Span of Sunshine @ The Brass Cat, Saturday, March 13

Span of Sunshine  rocks the Brass Cat 3/14- Sat at 10pm. Cover is 4$.
Check them out yo.

National Carpet set to release new album in April 2009

Mixed by Jose Ayerve.
Mastered by Mark Miller.
The 12 track album is set to be released in late April 2009.
http://www.nationalcarpetisaband.com

Storm the ohio, Haunt, Oweihops, Ghosts of Blake @ the Basement, Northampton

Hit the Basement in Northampton tonight for an evening of americana and rock for a pass of the hat.

New Radiant Storm King - Drinking in the Moonlight CD Release 12/13 @ The Elevens, Northampton

Check out the new album from New Radiant Storm King, "Drinking in the Moonlight." You can preview the album here.

The band will play their CD release show December 13th at The Elevens in Northampton, MA. National Carpet and others open.

Or, click below to view a video of "Clouds Cover Everything" from the new album.

The Humming Field at The Brass Cat - Saturday, Nov. 15

Check out The Humming Field tonight at The Brass Cat in Easthampton, MA. Also, Storm the Ohio and So Very Small.

Listen to The Humming Field.

A Night of Music in Memory of Melissa Rich Mulcahy - Friday, Nov. 14, 7:30PM, Northampton Center for the Arts

On Friday, November 14th, at 7:30PM, Pioneer Valley musicians will be hosting An Evening of Music in Memory of Melissa Rich Mulcahy, who died unexpectedly on September 13th.  She was a dear friend to many musicians in the community and an avid supporter of their endeavors.  The concert, to be held at the Northampton Center for the Arts in downtown Northampton, is an opportunity to celebrate her tremendous spirit and her love of music.  All proceeds from the event will go directly to her family. BUY TIX ONLINE NOW at RUBWRONGWAYS.COM

The concert will start off with special performances by such local favorites as: Winterpills, Lo Fine, The Fawns, Spouse, National Carpet, School for the Dead, Aloha Steamtrain, Spanish for Hitchhiking, Haunt, The Claudia Malibu, Sitting Next to Brian, Jason Bourgeois, Trallfazz, The Caroline Know, The Humming Field, Zeke Fiddler, Steve Westfield, The Drunk Stuntmen, and others.  New Haven-based musicians, Mr. Ray, The Mountain Movers, and Jeff Greene (Butterflies of Love) will feature in the latter portion of the event, along with a special performance by renowned Dinosaur Jr. front-man, J Mascis.

There will be a number of items raffled off throughout the evening, including an electric guitar autographed by participating musicians, handmade crafts, gift certificates, and CDs.  Additionally, the merchandise area will feature arts/craft items produced by friends of Melissa Rich Mulcahy, in addition to albums and t-shirts donated by the bands. 

Advance tickets are available at Pleasant Street Video in Northampton, and the Apollo Grill in Easthampton (Eastworks Bldg.), as well as online at rubwrongways.com.  Ticket price is a suggested donation of $20.

Support Barack Obama at the Apollo Grill — Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008 7-9PM

Come out to the Apollo Grill in Easthampton, MA, Wednesday, October 15, 2008 from 7 to 9PM for a grassroots action event. The event includes fun, food, and lots of ways to help elect Barack Obama. Donation of $2-$8 (sliding scale) at the door.
Click here to view directions to the Apollo Grill.

National Convention at The Brass Cat, Sat. Sept. 27, w/ Mary Kate O'Neil and Mark Schwaber & Sara Gomes