ZomBcon Prom Night a big success! - October 30, 2010
My first gig singing with 80's Invasion for Prom Night Of The Living Dead at Neumo's was a fantastic night and I had tons of fun performing. Huge props to Jennifer Popochock for the amazing job she did on my Zombie make-up! And many thanks to my wife Rebecca for putting my Zombie prom outfit together! The crowd was amazing and I received many compliments for the band. I look forward to performing with them again! Our next show is Wednesday, November 24th (the night before Thanksgiving) at the High Dive. If you are in town for the holiday come on down! http://www.eightiesinvasion.com/index.html
Blowing Horn With Dudley Taft - October 16, 2010
I had lots of fun sitting in with Dudley at the King Cat Theater for his show opening for the legendary soul singer Curtis Salgato. I even had the chance to write some horn charts for a couple songs!
Prom Night Of The Living Dead - October 13, 2010
If you love Halloween, Zombie flicks and 80's music, have I got the show for you. I will be performing my debut show with local 80's cover band '80's Invasion' on Friday, October 29th at Neumo's. This is the kick-off party for 'ZomBcon', a 3 day Zombie convention being held here in Seattle featuring the likes of Malcolm McDowell (Clockwork Orange) and Bruce Campbell (Evil Dead films). For more info: http://www.zombcon.com
The band, and most of the crowd I'm sure, will be in full on Zombie make-up and costumes. Imagine John Hughes’ "Pretty in Pink" meets Romero’s "Night of the Living Dead". This should be the best Halloween costume party of 2010 and one hell of a good time!
Original Score Featured at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in NY - October 5, 2010
I was commissioned to create a score for a short film featuring the work of designer Medina Vadache. Her clothing demonstrates a “fascinating and flawless intersection of modern art, architecture, and fashion.” The film was used to launch her collection during fashion week and was part of an art gallery installation that ran from September 3 – October 2 at The Vilcek Foundation located at 167 E 73rd.
New Order/Joy Division Tribute - September 7, 2010
Hey there,
The promoters of The Sunset Tavern's popular "Black Monday" series have asked Still Falling to be part of this fun night. Should be a good time! We will be playing a couple New Order classics....I'll keep it a surprise;) I hope to see you there! Monday, September 27th @ 8 PM.
Still Falling have been busy working in new drummer Kevin and are ready to take the stage again. We will be testing the waters at the Skylark Cafe in West Seattle on Friday August 13th. That's right, Friday the 13th. That lucky date doesn't come around very often and neither have Still Falling shows, so I hope you can make it out!
Still Falling
w/ Says and Sweet Secrets
Friday, August 13th
Skylark Cafe 3803 Delridge Way SW
Black Celebration @ The High Dive - June 3, 2010
Well it's an 80's theme of late as I have been asked to fill in on vocals for an 80's tribute night at the High Dive with Black Celebration, the local Depeche Mode tribute band. I am super psyched as fellow Still Falling member Dan Harper is in the group, as well as me being a huge DM fan from way back. I don't necessarily look much like Dave Gahan but I know those songs like the back of my hand so come out and have a fun nostalgic night in Fremont!
80's Prom Benefit at the Rendevous - May 23, 2010
I'll be spinning the 80's hits at this benefit for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society this Saturday night. My friends Concours d'Elegance will be performing live as well. It should be a great night in the basement 'grotto' of the Rendevous on 2nd Ave. So break out your 80's duds and come out and dance for a great cause! See you there. Saturday, May 29th at 9 PM. Rendezvous Grotto 2322 2nd Avenue.
Speakeasy Series goes out with a bang! - April 28, 2010
Lushy capped off their month long residency at the Triple Door with our best night ever and a most "Special" guest. Lynval Golding joined the band for a few rousing numbers as he was in town between touring.
The crowd was especially raucous and the band turned up the heat for our final appearance. Thanks to everyone who made it out for one of our Tuesday night extravanganzas. We hope to see you again very soon.
Composition Lab Concert a Success. - April 27, 2010
Last night I took part as a composer in a Chamber Music concert performed by the Odeon String Quartet with the addition of guitar and flute. There were 11 composers pieces performed and mine had the honor of being first on the program. The musicians performed my piece very well and I was thrilled. It was also a pleasure to hear the other composers pieces and the Chapel at the Good Shepherd Center is an amazing sounding room!
The concert was recorded so look for the audio of my piece to be posted soon.
Thanks again to Tim Huling, the instructor who organized this, for a great experience!
Flutes (Paul Taub), Guitar (Lonnie Mardis), Violin I (Gennady Filimonov), Violin II (Artur Girsky), Viola (Arie Schachter), Cello (Rowena Hammill).
Lushy plays 'Speakeasy' series at Triple Door. - March 31, 2010
Last night was our premiere at the Triple Door Lounge. They have teamed up with SIFF for a weekly night featuring movies with live music. Lushy will be performing every Tuesday for the next 4 weeks so come by and see us. Here's the flyer.
Lushy to Headline Neumo's. - March 24, 2010
Lushy featured on Three Imaginary Gilrs - January 10, 2010
Happy New Year! I've taken a few moments to reflect on another great year of music and have compiled my favorites here.
TOP TWENTY-FIVE SONGS
1. 1901 - Phoenix 2. Something Good Can Work - Two Door Cinema Club 3. Miike Snow - Animal 4. Death - White Lies 5. Daniel - Bat For Lashes 6. The Dog Days Are Over - Florence & The Machine 7. It Doesn't Matter - Cut Off Your Hands 8. Raindrops - Basement Jaxx 9. Extraball - Yuksek 10. Not Nineteen Forever - The Courteeners 11. I'm An Animal - Neko Case 12. Percussion Gun - White Rabbits 13. I Love You - Esser 14. Better Off As Two - Frankmusik 15. Houses - Great Northern 16. Letters From The Sky - Civil Twilight 17. Wild Young Hearts - The Noisettes 18. Counterpoint - Delphic 19. Show Me What I'm Looking For - Carolina Liar 20. Little Secrets - Passion Pit 21. My Delirium - Ladyhawke 22. The King And All Of His Men - Wolf Gang 23. Stone Cold Sober - Paloma Faith 24. This New Technology - Midnight Juggernauts 25. Dominos - The Big Pink
TOP TEN ALBUMS
1. Miike Snow - Miike Snow 2. Phoenix - Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix 3. Bat For Lashes - Two Suns 4. Florence & The Machine - Lungs 5. Zoot Woman - Thing Are What They Used To Be 6. Yeah Yeah Yeahs - It's Blitz! 7. White Lies - To Lose My Life 8. The Boxer Rebellion - Union 9. Datarock - Red 10. Wolfmother - Cosmic Egg
TOP TEN REMIXES
1. Jupiter One - Countdown (Designer Drugs Remix) 2. Treasure Fingers - Cross The Dancefloor (Chromeo Remix) 3. Cazals - Somebody, Somewhere (Moulinex Remix) 4. Tesla Boy - Spirit Of The Night (Bestrack Remix) 5. La Roux - Bulletproof (Foamo Remix) 6. Golden Silvers - True Romance (Penguin Prison Remix) 7. Pony Pony Run Run - Hey You (Crystal Fighters Remix) 8. Lykke Li - Little Bit (AutoErotique Bootleg Remix) 9. Alexander Technique feat. Princess Superstar - Rock U (Chewy Chocolate Cookies Club Remix) 10. The Basics - Like A Brother (No Device Remix)
TOP FIFTEEN NEW ARTISTS
1. Florence & The Machine 2. White Lies 3. Delphic 4. La Roux 5. Esser 6. Post War Years 7. Paloma Faith 8. Mpho 9. Amanda Blank 10. The Temper Trap 11. Marina & The Diamonds 12. The Joy Formidable 13. Blood Red Shoes 14. School Of Seven Bells 15. Concours D'Elegance
Lushy to Open For Dengue Fever at Neumo's - December 28, 2009
We had a wonderful time at Conor Byrne last night. Thanks to Laguna for a great opening set! Also thanks to everyone that came out and supported us, especially Aaron, who got everyone dancing and moved tables out of the way! I think this was our best show yet. We're looking forward to the Neumo's show on the 10th. I hope you can join us!
A Fantastic Lushy Christmas Show - December 14, 2009
Thanks to all who attended for a truly magical night. If you did not get at least a little Christmas spirit going you should seek medical help. What an amazing venue to perform in. Thanks to Annette and the Georgetown Ballroom for hosting, thanks to DJ David James for the rare and unusual versions of Christmas favs and thanks to Casey McGill for the great piano stylings!
CFAC a Huge Success! - December 11, 2009
Thanks to everyone who attended Sustainable Style Foundation's Cocktails For A Cause last night. We were able to raise over $300 for local charities while highlighting sustainable offerings from some very stylish local shops.
The drinks were tasty, the conversations enlightening and entertainment wasn't too shabby either. Thanks again to Leif and Marcell for spinning and thanks to all our volunteers who worked really hard to pull this event off!
Lushy Annual Christmas Show - December 5, 2009
Dear Friends of The Georgetown Ballroom and Lushy,
We would like to cordially invite you to a holiday party hosted by Lushy and The Georgetown Ballroom.
Please RSVP this is a private party invite only.
It's the time of year to raise a glass and give a cheer to all the things that are so dear, and you friends, are dear to us. Thanks for your support!
This year we are happy to announce Lushy's annual holiday show will be taking place with our friends from the fabulous Georgetown Ballroom! Come on down and feast your ears on the Lushy 9. That's right, Lushy with a live rhythm section, horns, keys, sleigh bells...you name it we got it...sort of. And feast your eyes on the beautiful and historic Georgetown Ballroom. The party starts at 6pm with DJ David James (Dug and ECSC) spinning from his vast collection of rare and unusual and groovy and soulful Christmas classics. Lushy will play a long set starting at 7pm which will include songs from our xmas cd, Snowflake Surprise. Then...Casey MacGill from Blue 4 Trio fame will take the stage and entertain with his mad piano chops and cool uke stylings. Don't miss it! And don't forget your Fez...if you got one! We love you.
The Shops at South Lake Union's Alley 24 in partnership with Sustainable Style Foundation bring you Cocktails for a Cause ~ A unique shopping experience that supports both local charities and highlights sustainable lifestyle choices.
Kickoff the season in style while enjoying signature cocktails from regional micro distilleries.
Holiday shopping venues and their highlighted charities include |
Snowboard Connection highlighting the efforts of The Service Board GolfTEC highlighting the efforts of SSF Tottini highlighting the efforts of The Tree House Velocity Art and Design highlighting the efforts of SSF
Sip hip cocktails from three Washington State Micro Distilleries |
The Ellensburg Distillery ~ El Chalán pisco-style brandy Dry Fly Distillery ~ Award winning Vodka Soft Tail Spirits LLC ~ Small batch craft Grappa
Enjoy upbeat sounds of DJ Pnapper, Marcell Marias, and DJ Leif; three DJ's to set your holiday shopping mood.
Add to that, the participating retailers will be further highlighting Sustainable lifestyle choices by participating in the SSFTags program for the evening. Started by SSF in 2007, SSFtags is a consumer- and producer-friendly awareness program with an internationally recognized logo that indicates that a product, service, event, project, company or organization, etc. has incorporated sustainability into their efforts in some way.
At 6 p.m., NBBJ lead architect, Brent Rogers will be leading a tour of the the NBBJ LEED Certified Office and Building. The tour will beging in the NBBJ offices located off of Alley 24.
Join us in celebrating the joy of giving back and sustainable lifestyle choices. Cocktails provided. Donations strongly encouraged.
For more information contact | info@sustainablestyle.org or call 206.324.4850
Sunset show a huge success! - December 1, 2009
Thanks to everyone who came out and supported us last night at the Sunset Tavern. Thanks to you we had the most well attended 'Black Monday' ever! I want to also thank Sheila of Cober for her performance, The Sunset, ___ for his vegetarian curry, as well as Last Wear, www.lastwear.com, for their (surprise to me) fashion show before our set. More shows to come in 2010!
Still Falling, first club show in years coming up - November 1, 2009
Still Falling, featuring 4 original members including Rusty Urie (keyboards, guitars), George Aragon (drums), and Dan Harper (Bass), will be performing their first club show in over a decade. Black Monday - a night of goth. industrial, dance and ebm, November 30th at the Sunset Tavern in Ballard, will feature an hour headlining set of our 'Greatest Hits'. We hope you can come out and support us as well as opening band Cober! 7pm, $6.
After a very long hiatus, all 4 original members of the band Still Falling have been back in the studio, recording what may end up being an entire new album. Some classic tunes have been given an update and some new ones are percolating. Here's a little taste of what we've been doing.
Still Falling - Sacrifice '09 (demo)
Emiliana Torrini Remix - February 1, 2009
Rough Trade records put the call out for remixes of Emiliana Torrini's "Jungle Drum" off her latest album "Me & Armini". "Jungle Drum" is a fun, light-hearted track with Emiliana's hopelessly cute vocals and some fun guitars and synths as well. I've given it a serious dancefloor makeover while maintaining the essence of the original. Please enjoy!
Emiliana Torrini - Jungle Drum (Pnapper Remix)
Here's the original:
Real World Records remixes. - October 12, 2007
I have done a few remixes over the last year for Real World records. They are now allowing their remix artists to post the remixes they've done on their own websites. I am posting the remixes I have done so far. have done so far.
Next up I am working on a remix of "Kunlarim Sensiz " by Uzbek world music diva Sevara Nazarkhan. "Kunlarim" features a mix of traditional instruments of Uzbekistan, modern electronic production and Sevara's soaring angelic voice. Look for my take on this track soon.
TOP TEN ALBUMS 
