Change of Face
September 9 2008
This site will (...we promise!) be changing drastically by October 2008, and will offer a whole new look into the Mandrake face. Stay tuned. In other news...the word is that the NEW MANDRAKE ALBUM will officially be released in FEB. of 2009 under SCREAMING CROW RECORDS. More to come on the new site. Keep posted here or the www.myspace.com/mandrakeproject site.
MP
This site will (...we promise!) be changing drastically by October 2008, and will offer a whole new look into the Mandrake face. Stay tuned. In other news...the word is that the NEW MANDRAKE ALBUM will officially be released in FEB. of 2009 under SCREAMING CROW RECORDS. More to come on the new site. Keep posted here or the www.myspace.com/mandrakeproject site.
MP
3 RIVERS PROGRESSIVE ROCK FEST
July 3 2008
Mandrake performs at the 1st ever "3 RIVERS PROGRESSIVE ROCK FESTIVAL" with modern prog luminaries such as SPOCK’S BEARD, THE FLOWER KINGS, CALIFORNIA GUITAR TRIO, GONGZILLA & more! 2 Full days of music- AUGUST 23-24th. GO TO 3PROGFEST.COM
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Mandrake performs at the 1st ever "3 RIVERS PROGRESSIVE ROCK FESTIVAL" with modern prog luminaries such as SPOCK’S BEARD, THE FLOWER KINGS, CALIFORNIA GUITAR TRIO, GONGZILLA & more! 2 Full days of music- AUGUST 23-24th. GO TO 3PROGFEST.COM
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Mandrake Updates
May 8 2008
Lots happening in the Mandrake camp. The new album is FINISHED and is awaiting mastering in New Orleans with the great Bruce Barielle (Ani DiFranco, Radiators, and many more). We're looking at a fall 08 release.
The birth of GAVIN LEE SALOPEK has graced our presence. The little chap is full of piss and vinegar and ready to maintain a regimented lack of sleep for his pops.
Mandrake will be performing at the 3 RIVERS PROGRESSIVE ROCK FEST in Pittsburgh the weekend of Aug 23 2008. We'll be sharing the stage with prog luminaries like SPOCK's BEARD, THE FLOWER KINGS, CALIFORNIA GUITAR TRIO, GONGZILLA and more. Check out all the details and get your tix early!
www.3rprogfest.com
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Lots happening in the Mandrake camp. The new album is FINISHED and is awaiting mastering in New Orleans with the great Bruce Barielle (Ani DiFranco, Radiators, and many more). We're looking at a fall 08 release.
The birth of GAVIN LEE SALOPEK has graced our presence. The little chap is full of piss and vinegar and ready to maintain a regimented lack of sleep for his pops.
Mandrake will be performing at the 3 RIVERS PROGRESSIVE ROCK FEST in Pittsburgh the weekend of Aug 23 2008. We'll be sharing the stage with prog luminaries like SPOCK's BEARD, THE FLOWER KINGS, CALIFORNIA GUITAR TRIO, GONGZILLA and more. Check out all the details and get your tix early!
www.3rprogfest.com
mp
Thanks for those who wait....
March 2 2008
We are still VERY busy behind the scenes and frantically trying to finish mixing all of the new material. Currently we have 4 tunes near completion, but are still tweaking the right tweaks for uncanny beauty. 5 more have yet to see the same fate. Spring of 2008 will surely be the time for Mandrake.
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We are still VERY busy behind the scenes and frantically trying to finish mixing all of the new material. Currently we have 4 tunes near completion, but are still tweaking the right tweaks for uncanny beauty. 5 more have yet to see the same fate. Spring of 2008 will surely be the time for Mandrake.
mp
The new Mandrake is leaking out
January 26 2008
Finally after months of mysterious silence, we can tell you that Mandrake Project has been busier than ever behind the scenes. Since Nov. of 2007 we've been recording an entire album's worth of new material, and expect it to be finished by Feb. 24th 2008. We've also begun our fine partnership with the good folks at Roundtable Entertainment Network and hope to have this album released in the coming summer months under (undisclosed) label support. We're all VERY excited at how the new songs are coming together and think you'll agree. We've just added an unmixed snippet of "...And five makes twenty" to our MySpace. WWW.MYSPACE.COM/MANDRAKEPROJECT Check it out, let us know what you think.
Keep posted. Cheers. -MP
mp
Finally after months of mysterious silence, we can tell you that Mandrake Project has been busier than ever behind the scenes. Since Nov. of 2007 we've been recording an entire album's worth of new material, and expect it to be finished by Feb. 24th 2008. We've also begun our fine partnership with the good folks at Roundtable Entertainment Network and hope to have this album released in the coming summer months under (undisclosed) label support. We're all VERY excited at how the new songs are coming together and think you'll agree. We've just added an unmixed snippet of "...And five makes twenty" to our MySpace. WWW.MYSPACE.COM/MANDRAKEPROJECT Check it out, let us know what you think.
Keep posted. Cheers. -MP
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It has begun.
December 1 2007
It has begun. Mandrake Project entered MR. SMALLS recording facility again on Nov. 25th to begin work on our second album, but first "official" album release "A MIRACULOUS CONTAINER". We can also make public the scoop we've been keeping under wraps for several months now in that we've made an official partnership with the ROUNDTABLE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP. They will be working alongside the Mandrake camp to release the new album in what we hope to be June 2008. Keep posted and watch for this site to be changing soon.
mp
It has begun. Mandrake Project entered MR. SMALLS recording facility again on Nov. 25th to begin work on our second album, but first "official" album release "A MIRACULOUS CONTAINER". We can also make public the scoop we've been keeping under wraps for several months now in that we've made an official partnership with the ROUNDTABLE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP. They will be working alongside the Mandrake camp to release the new album in what we hope to be June 2008. Keep posted and watch for this site to be changing soon.
mp
Yes, we're still alive!
November 11 2007
The last few months have been quiet on the performance end of Mandrake but quite noisy on the rehearsal end. We've been preparing an entirely new group of songs to record and introduce live before years end. We also anticipate the beginning of what we see as a fruitful relationship with Roundtable Entertainment. More to come on that as details emerge. As promised, the site will soon be seeing a facelift from our art director Shervin. Expect great things, because they are happening behind the scenes.
mp
The last few months have been quiet on the performance end of Mandrake but quite noisy on the rehearsal end. We've been preparing an entirely new group of songs to record and introduce live before years end. We also anticipate the beginning of what we see as a fruitful relationship with Roundtable Entertainment. More to come on that as details emerge. As promised, the site will soon be seeing a facelift from our art director Shervin. Expect great things, because they are happening behind the scenes.
mp
MANDRAKEPROJECT.COM Facelift!
October 1 2007
Well,
Prepare yourselves to be seeing an all new look for MANDRAKEPROJECT.COM and all other MP related items in the next month or so. We've begun work with Shervin Iranshahr as the new art director for all things Mandrake. Some of his amazing work can be seen at ARTFIEND.NET. Check it out. Also, we will most likely be taking off the month of October for a round of intense writing and rehearsing. Recording for the next album officially begins in late Novemeber of 2007 and the current working title is "A Miraculous Container". We have an incredible collection of songs to present to everyone in what we'd hope to be the late summer of 2008. Keep your eyes open for some shows in November as well. Talk soon. -k
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Well,
Prepare yourselves to be seeing an all new look for MANDRAKEPROJECT.COM and all other MP related items in the next month or so. We've begun work with Shervin Iranshahr as the new art director for all things Mandrake. Some of his amazing work can be seen at ARTFIEND.NET. Check it out. Also, we will most likely be taking off the month of October for a round of intense writing and rehearsing. Recording for the next album officially begins in late Novemeber of 2007 and the current working title is "A Miraculous Container". We have an incredible collection of songs to present to everyone in what we'd hope to be the late summer of 2008. Keep your eyes open for some shows in November as well. Talk soon. -k
mp
New Mandrake Pics
September 10 2007
Check out some of the great new pictures of Mandrake Project from a recent show at the Rex Theatre in Pittsburgh. All photos by Trish Imbrogno. Also, look for some shots from the recent Mandrake adventure to New Orleans while visiting the gallery.
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Check out some of the great new pictures of Mandrake Project from a recent show at the Rex Theatre in Pittsburgh. All photos by Trish Imbrogno. Also, look for some shots from the recent Mandrake adventure to New Orleans while visiting the gallery.
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Eventful Link
August 13 2007
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Nightwire Article
August 11 2007
Check out this cool article on Mandrake Project in this month's NIGHTWIRE magazine. Here's a link:
http://www.nightwire.net/august2007issue.pdf
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Check out this cool article on Mandrake Project in this month's NIGHTWIRE magazine. Here's a link:
http://www.nightwire.net/august2007issue.pdf
mp
Mandrake's Heart still in New Orleans
August 1 2007
How can I even begin to begin? This post may take a few sittings, so check back in the next few days and you may find more dirt on our recent venture to the Big Easy. There is no single statement to sum up our affection for this city and the people we've befriended there. COMPLETELY AMAZING!!! Major props go out to JOHNNY WOODSTOCK for all of his help in everything we did. (We owe you a few more Abitas!) The staff at both the HIHO LOUNGE and DRAGONS DEN couldn't have been any nicer to a traveling band. Thanks BAKER, for the sound, recording help and hilarity of your laugh...unforgettable. GREAT BANDS and new friends, A LIVING SOUNDTRACK. Wow, these guys (and girl) blew us away. Same goes for I OCTOPUS and TOP SECRET. Thanks for the gear help! Also a huge thanks to CHRIS, DAVE ROSSER and MIKE DILLON for necessary help in letting us use their gear and storage space. You guys were life savers. We couldn't have made this happen without your assistance. Lastly we'd like to thank 2 parties: first the gracious folks of New Orleans who were outrageously supportive and enthusiastic about our performances. We will be coming back because of you and the undeniable spirit of art and music in your city. And finally, our amazing violinst RICK NELSON, his wonderful lady MICHELLE, and neighbor JAKE THE CAJUN who were patient enough to let 5 barbarians plunder their households for nearly a week. MANDRAKE PROJECT WILL BE BACK TO NEW ORLEANS THIS WINTER. COUNT ON IT. Check our gallery link on this page for some neat new photos. Cheers until the next late night at THE R BAR...
Kirk
How can I even begin to begin? This post may take a few sittings, so check back in the next few days and you may find more dirt on our recent venture to the Big Easy. There is no single statement to sum up our affection for this city and the people we've befriended there. COMPLETELY AMAZING!!! Major props go out to JOHNNY WOODSTOCK for all of his help in everything we did. (We owe you a few more Abitas!) The staff at both the HIHO LOUNGE and DRAGONS DEN couldn't have been any nicer to a traveling band. Thanks BAKER, for the sound, recording help and hilarity of your laugh...unforgettable. GREAT BANDS and new friends, A LIVING SOUNDTRACK. Wow, these guys (and girl) blew us away. Same goes for I OCTOPUS and TOP SECRET. Thanks for the gear help! Also a huge thanks to CHRIS, DAVE ROSSER and MIKE DILLON for necessary help in letting us use their gear and storage space. You guys were life savers. We couldn't have made this happen without your assistance. Lastly we'd like to thank 2 parties: first the gracious folks of New Orleans who were outrageously supportive and enthusiastic about our performances. We will be coming back because of you and the undeniable spirit of art and music in your city. And finally, our amazing violinst RICK NELSON, his wonderful lady MICHELLE, and neighbor JAKE THE CAJUN who were patient enough to let 5 barbarians plunder their households for nearly a week. MANDRAKE PROJECT WILL BE BACK TO NEW ORLEANS THIS WINTER. COUNT ON IT. Check our gallery link on this page for some neat new photos. Cheers until the next late night at THE R BAR...
Kirk
MANDRAKE & WEST INDIAN GIRL CANCELLED!!!
July 23 2007
**IMPORTANT SHOW CANCELLATION!!!**
The WEST INDIAN GIRL/MANDRAKE PROJECT show at Diesel on Wed. July 25th HAS BEEN CANCELLED. NO FURTHER DATE HAS CURRENTLY BEEN RESCHEDULED. Contact Ticketmaster for concerns on purchased pre-sale tickets. Sorry about this inconvenience. We hope this great lineup can be re-scheduled for a future date.
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**IMPORTANT SHOW CANCELLATION!!!**
The WEST INDIAN GIRL/MANDRAKE PROJECT show at Diesel on Wed. July 25th HAS BEEN CANCELLED. NO FURTHER DATE HAS CURRENTLY BEEN RESCHEDULED. Contact Ticketmaster for concerns on purchased pre-sale tickets. Sorry about this inconvenience. We hope this great lineup can be re-scheduled for a future date.
mp
MANDRAKE & WEST INDIAN GIRL, WED. JULY 25th???!!!
July 18 2007
Hey Mandrake Heads,
Sorry for the short notice, but just wanted to let you know that MANDRAKE PROJECT will be supporting our good friends from L.A., WEST INDIAN GIRL one week from tonight, WED. JULY 25th @ DIESEL in Pittsburgh's Southside. Doors open at 6pm and the show begins at 7pm. ($12 at the door. $10 in advance. Call TICKETMASTER)
**THERE IS A REMOTE CHANCE THAT THIS SHOW COULD CANCEL DUE TO EXTRANEOUS CIRCUMSTANCE. KEEP POSTED FOR ANY FURTHER MESSAGES CONFIRMING ANY CANCELLATION!**
It is our divine hope that this show will go on as planned. We will be joined by 2 guest cellists from the amazing group CELLOFOURTE. And if you haven't seen WEST INDIAN GIRL yet, be prepared...They're superb!!!
Hope to see you all out...
mp
Hey Mandrake Heads,
Sorry for the short notice, but just wanted to let you know that MANDRAKE PROJECT will be supporting our good friends from L.A., WEST INDIAN GIRL one week from tonight, WED. JULY 25th @ DIESEL in Pittsburgh's Southside. Doors open at 6pm and the show begins at 7pm. ($12 at the door. $10 in advance. Call TICKETMASTER)
**THERE IS A REMOTE CHANCE THAT THIS SHOW COULD CANCEL DUE TO EXTRANEOUS CIRCUMSTANCE. KEEP POSTED FOR ANY FURTHER MESSAGES CONFIRMING ANY CANCELLATION!**
It is our divine hope that this show will go on as planned. We will be joined by 2 guest cellists from the amazing group CELLOFOURTE. And if you haven't seen WEST INDIAN GIRL yet, be prepared...They're superb!!!
Hope to see you all out...
mp
Mandrake on OURSTAGE.COM again...IN THE FINAL 10!!!
June 27 2007
Any Mandrake fans out there with a cell phone, and a minute of free time can really lend a hand by texting EXPER02 to 78243. THE VOTE WILL COST YOU 50 cents. Mandrake Project has made it to the TOP TEN FINALISTS for the month, and now sits at #3! 2 DAYS remain to vote for the #1 song of the month. There's a $5000 grand prize (which could throw one hell of a party!) on the line, and its up to the fans, friends and family to vote (via text message) in the NEXT 24 HOURS. Hope you can make it happen!!! Cheers.
mp
Any Mandrake fans out there with a cell phone, and a minute of free time can really lend a hand by texting EXPER02 to 78243. THE VOTE WILL COST YOU 50 cents. Mandrake Project has made it to the TOP TEN FINALISTS for the month, and now sits at #3! 2 DAYS remain to vote for the #1 song of the month. There's a $5000 grand prize (which could throw one hell of a party!) on the line, and its up to the fans, friends and family to vote (via text message) in the NEXT 24 HOURS. Hope you can make it happen!!! Cheers.
mp
MANDRAKE heads to the BIG EASY!
May 29 2007
Exciting news has filtered in that MP will be heading south this July for 4 nights in the Big Easy. As soon as we get more info it will become available. For now we can tell you that this string of shows kicks off at home in Pittsburgh on Wed, July 25th when we welcome back our friends from WEST INDIAN GIRL...Sure to be a great show that night at Diesel. (Hope to see everyone out!) We then zip south to New Orleans for a few days of insanity in one of the wildest cities (and not to mention home turf for our very own Rickulese Nelson) this country has to offer. More to come!!!
mp
Exciting news has filtered in that MP will be heading south this July for 4 nights in the Big Easy. As soon as we get more info it will become available. For now we can tell you that this string of shows kicks off at home in Pittsburgh on Wed, July 25th when we welcome back our friends from WEST INDIAN GIRL...Sure to be a great show that night at Diesel. (Hope to see everyone out!) We then zip south to New Orleans for a few days of insanity in one of the wildest cities (and not to mention home turf for our very own Rickulese Nelson) this country has to offer. More to come!!!
mp
Mandrake on OURSTAGE.COM
May 26 2007
IF you get a moment stop by this link-
http://www.ourstage.com/music/channel/23-experimental/MNXQDUYYVCAD-walking-music
(simply copy and paste to address bar if not highlighted)
Check out Mandrake's entry in the experimental music section and vote us on to the next level!!! We also have "Ode to the Spaceman" available in the Pop/Alternative section at this link-
http://www.ourstage.com/music/channel/15-alternative/NSEHSFABWVQS-an-ode-to-the-spaceman
Thanks for helping us out. Some great shows coming up to get your live Mandrake fix. Stop back.
mp
IF you get a moment stop by this link-
http://www.ourstage.com/music/channel/23-experimental/MNXQDUYYVCAD-walking-music
(simply copy and paste to address bar if not highlighted)
Check out Mandrake's entry in the experimental music section and vote us on to the next level!!! We also have "Ode to the Spaceman" available in the Pop/Alternative section at this link-
http://www.ourstage.com/music/channel/15-alternative/NSEHSFABWVQS-an-ode-to-the-spaceman
Thanks for helping us out. Some great shows coming up to get your live Mandrake fix. Stop back.
mp
Correction!!!
April 25 2007
It looks as if we'll have to wait on the first MANDRAKE AUDIO performance. The Mandrake Project will be able to perform in near full (no Rick Nelson) regalia for the Sound Kitchen Festival on May 12th at 7pm-AIR studios on the north side. Expect an unusual environment to meet up with MANDRAKE AUDIO in the near future.
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It looks as if we'll have to wait on the first MANDRAKE AUDIO performance. The Mandrake Project will be able to perform in near full (no Rick Nelson) regalia for the Sound Kitchen Festival on May 12th at 7pm-AIR studios on the north side. Expect an unusual environment to meet up with MANDRAKE AUDIO in the near future.
mp
Introducing...MANDRAKE AUDIO!!!
April 12 2007
MANDRAKE AUDIO...What's that? A simple yet appropriate answer for now. "A smaller, fragemented section of Mandrake Project that exists for various, purposeful reasons", such as: new composition research, alternate versions of existing material, orientation of alternate member associations, sudden performance opportunity and small performance situations. The normal Mandrake setup can be a logistic nightmare as well as organizing busy member schedules. Mandrake Audio is a new vehicle designed to sidestep such obstacles and keep progress rolling. Guests will come and go, and each particular MA lineup will appropriate to its own unique situation. Thru Mandrake Audio, Mandrake project will now be able to represent itself in a variety of new situations that was before considered impossible. The first test of Mandrake Audio will take place on MAY 12th for the Pittsburgh City Paper's SOUND KITCHEN celebration. MA will be represented as a 4-piece utilizing Anthony on bass, Ben on percussion, Kirk on guitars, and new satellite Rob Eldridge (EStatic) on loops, sequences and other assorted goodness. Come back soon for more details.
kirk
MANDRAKE AUDIO...What's that? A simple yet appropriate answer for now. "A smaller, fragemented section of Mandrake Project that exists for various, purposeful reasons", such as: new composition research, alternate versions of existing material, orientation of alternate member associations, sudden performance opportunity and small performance situations. The normal Mandrake setup can be a logistic nightmare as well as organizing busy member schedules. Mandrake Audio is a new vehicle designed to sidestep such obstacles and keep progress rolling. Guests will come and go, and each particular MA lineup will appropriate to its own unique situation. Thru Mandrake Audio, Mandrake project will now be able to represent itself in a variety of new situations that was before considered impossible. The first test of Mandrake Audio will take place on MAY 12th for the Pittsburgh City Paper's SOUND KITCHEN celebration. MA will be represented as a 4-piece utilizing Anthony on bass, Ben on percussion, Kirk on guitars, and new satellite Rob Eldridge (EStatic) on loops, sequences and other assorted goodness. Come back soon for more details.
kirk
New Tunes
April 11 2007
Stop by the Mandrake MySpace to check out samples of some of our new tunes, "Beauxsong" & "Laluna".
www.myspace.com/mandrakeproject
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Stop by the Mandrake MySpace to check out samples of some of our new tunes, "Beauxsong" & "Laluna".
www.myspace.com/mandrakeproject
mp
New Material
February 12 2007
A big thanks to everyone for coming out in the cold to Club Cafe this past Saturday. Your generous support means a lot. The show was a great time for Mandrake (...as we hope it was the same for all of you). You may recall hearing some new material at the show that we'd decided on field testing that evening. Those 2 new tunes are the beginning of the next batch of Mandrake material, along with "LALUNA" (available for sample at our MYSPACE page). Check it out. More soon. -mp
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A big thanks to everyone for coming out in the cold to Club Cafe this past Saturday. Your generous support means a lot. The show was a great time for Mandrake (...as we hope it was the same for all of you). You may recall hearing some new material at the show that we'd decided on field testing that evening. Those 2 new tunes are the beginning of the next batch of Mandrake material, along with "LALUNA" (available for sample at our MYSPACE page). Check it out. More soon. -mp
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BE THERE!!!
January 24 2007
2 to 3 new songs premiered at the show.
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2 to 3 new songs premiered at the show.
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MANDRAKE HAPPENING!
January 11 2007
Great City Paper article by Aaron Jentzen!
We've been sort of tight-lipped with details, but it looks as if 2007 is getting off to a great start.
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Great City Paper article by Aaron Jentzen!
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Belated New Year
January 9 2007
Happy belated new year from the Mandrake. Interesting details coming soon. Stop back!!!
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Happy belated new year from the Mandrake. Interesting details coming soon. Stop back!!!
mp
Good Stuff by Good People
December 4 2006
During and after a great Mandrake performance on Saturday, the 2nd at Brillo Box, we were fortunate enough to have the expert eye and inspired soul of TODD BRUNOZZI snapping pictures. Please take a few moments of your time to see some amazing work on his behalf at- WWW.TODDBRUNOZZI.COM.
Check out a recent review on A FAVOR TO THE MUSE at Sea of Tranquility. Here's the link-
http://www.seaoftranquility.org/reviews.php?op=showcontent&id=4528
Also a big thanks to ISHTAR for an incredible opening performance. We would be honored to share a stage with them again anytime. Our chummy ANTHONY FUGATE also created another amazing audi-visual buffet. Great night. Good things are happening in Mandrakeville. We'll keep you posted with more details in a week or 2. Cheers.
mp
During and after a great Mandrake performance on Saturday, the 2nd at Brillo Box, we were fortunate enough to have the expert eye and inspired soul of TODD BRUNOZZI snapping pictures. Please take a few moments of your time to see some amazing work on his behalf at- WWW.TODDBRUNOZZI.COM.
Check out a recent review on A FAVOR TO THE MUSE at Sea of Tranquility. Here's the link-
http://www.seaoftranquility.org/reviews.php?op=showcontent&id=4528
Also a big thanks to ISHTAR for an incredible opening performance. We would be honored to share a stage with them again anytime. Our chummy ANTHONY FUGATE also created another amazing audi-visual buffet. Great night. Good things are happening in Mandrakeville. We'll keep you posted with more details in a week or 2. Cheers.
mp
MANDRAKE ON iTUNES
November 8 2006
The new Mandrake album, "A FAVOR TO THE MUSE" has just become available on iTUNES. Here's a link to check it out or buy some songs.
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?playListId=203645638
mp
The new Mandrake album, "A FAVOR TO THE MUSE" has just become available on iTUNES. Here's a link to check it out or buy some songs.
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?playListId=203645638
mp
MANDRAKE PRESS LINKS
October 8 2006
Check out these links to some recent press in the Pittsburgh City Paper and PostGazette:
pittsburgh city paper
post-gazette
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Check out these links to some recent press in the Pittsburgh City Paper and PostGazette:
pittsburgh city paper
post-gazette
mp
it has finally been done
September 30 2006
Welly welly well,
Mandrake has done the deed. Thanks a ton first and foremost to all of the supporting acts that made last night a true multi-media experience. Anthony Fugate created yet another amazing sonic environment, Ritual Space Travel Agency continues to frighten and bombard, the incredible imagery of inspired photographers was a visual treat, the Khafif Belly dance troupe was absolutely gorgeous and fluid, and Gary Musisko & Terence Degnan provided the ultimate down-time backdrop of word and sound. Most of all thanks to the patient and forgiving audience that was subjected to some challenging sound problems. While we found the show to be a great success, we sincerely apologize for issues of sound that spiralled out of our control near the end of the set. We did our best to fight through some difficult moments near the end of the evening. All in all, things are good in Mandrake Land. Come see us again, and grab a copy of "A Favor to the Muse" which is now available.
mp
Welly welly well,
Mandrake has done the deed. Thanks a ton first and foremost to all of the supporting acts that made last night a true multi-media experience. Anthony Fugate created yet another amazing sonic environment, Ritual Space Travel Agency continues to frighten and bombard, the incredible imagery of inspired photographers was a visual treat, the Khafif Belly dance troupe was absolutely gorgeous and fluid, and Gary Musisko & Terence Degnan provided the ultimate down-time backdrop of word and sound. Most of all thanks to the patient and forgiving audience that was subjected to some challenging sound problems. While we found the show to be a great success, we sincerely apologize for issues of sound that spiralled out of our control near the end of the set. We did our best to fight through some difficult moments near the end of the evening. All in all, things are good in Mandrake Land. Come see us again, and grab a copy of "A Favor to the Muse" which is now available.
mp
THEY'RE HEEEEEERRE!!!
September 11 2006
A shipment of fresh Mandrake CD's arrived today. Things are getting closer, and there's much planning to do before Sept. 29th.
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A shipment of fresh Mandrake CD's arrived today. Things are getting closer, and there's much planning to do before Sept. 29th.
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CD RELEASE POSTER. CHECK IT OUT!
August 20 2006
Here's the CD RELEASE PROMO POSTER. Pass the word on.
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Here's the CD RELEASE PROMO POSTER. Pass the word on.
mp
FINALLY A CD RELEASE!!!!
August 8 2006
Just a few quick words on Mandrake-ness. Sorry about the delays on site progress. We're over due for an update. One is coming...We promise. The CD release party is booked for SEPTEMBER 29th at the REX THEATRE. More details in the next few days.
mp
Just a few quick words on Mandrake-ness. Sorry about the delays on site progress. We're over due for an update. One is coming...We promise. The CD release party is booked for SEPTEMBER 29th at the REX THEATRE. More details in the next few days.
mp
MASTER COMPLETE! WHAT NEXT?
May 20 2006
Well...Let's just say that the Mandrake road is long, winding, (and consistently irritating). We have been unable to successfully nail down a date for the CD release party due to SEVERAL extraneous circumstances. (all beyond our control) The nature of this beast (booking discrepencies, band member sharing, personal ventures, and $$$) in many ways provides such an annoying palette and we'll have to maintain composure and patience as to not lose focus. Basically, DON'T FORGET ABOUT US!!! THINGS ARE HAPPENING. SLOWLY AND PAINFULLY!!! The mastering is done, and now time for pressing. We're hoping to have a sneek peek at 2 or 3 of the tunes available here to stave off curiousity in the next few weeks. Bye bye.
mp
Well...Let's just say that the Mandrake road is long, winding, (and consistently irritating). We have been unable to successfully nail down a date for the CD release party due to SEVERAL extraneous circumstances. (all beyond our control) The nature of this beast (booking discrepencies, band member sharing, personal ventures, and $$$) in many ways provides such an annoying palette and we'll have to maintain composure and patience as to not lose focus. Basically, DON'T FORGET ABOUT US!!! THINGS ARE HAPPENING. SLOWLY AND PAINFULLY!!! The mastering is done, and now time for pressing. We're hoping to have a sneek peek at 2 or 3 of the tunes available here to stave off curiousity in the next few weeks. Bye bye.
mp
The Representation of Tito
April 27 2006
Concerned ladies, sadists, saints, and sinners...The eyes of Tito. By the way, the album is currently in NYC under the watchful eyes and trained ears of Mark Dann for its mastering experience. Still trying to nail down a definite release party date.
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Concerned ladies, sadists, saints, and sinners...The eyes of Tito. By the way, the album is currently in NYC under the watchful eyes and trained ears of Mark Dann for its mastering experience. Still trying to nail down a definite release party date.
mp
A FAVOR TO THE MUSE is complete.
April 8 2006
Jeez...Almost a year of on and off tracking, mixing, listening, laughing and irritating. The first Mandrake album was completed around 5am on April 1st. How fitting. Now off to mastering in NYC with Mr. Mark Dann. Pressing soon to follow. CD's should be available in about 2 months.
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Jeez...Almost a year of on and off tracking, mixing, listening, laughing and irritating. The first Mandrake album was completed around 5am on April 1st. How fitting. Now off to mastering in NYC with Mr. Mark Dann. Pressing soon to follow. CD's should be available in about 2 months.
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Release dates and so on...
March 20 2006
All intentions at this point are focused on having the CD release at the Rex Theatre in Pittsburgh's Southside. The hopeful date is loosely slated for Sat. June 24th. The show will hold many surprises, as we're trying to make this a multi-media event. Artwork from several of the area's most in demand photographers will be displayed, one of Pittsburgh's finest rock acts in recent years, RITUAL SPACE TRAVEL AGENCY will be reunited and opening the show, and many of the contributing musicians on the album will be present and hopefully joining in on the noise. Keep your ears and eyes open for info. In other news, "A FAVOR TO THE MUSE" may be distributed by the BURNINGSHED label in England. This label distributes incredible acts like PORCUPINE TREE, NO-MAN, TUNER, ROGER ENO and many others.
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All intentions at this point are focused on having the CD release at the Rex Theatre in Pittsburgh's Southside. The hopeful date is loosely slated for Sat. June 24th. The show will hold many surprises, as we're trying to make this a multi-media event. Artwork from several of the area's most in demand photographers will be displayed, one of Pittsburgh's finest rock acts in recent years, RITUAL SPACE TRAVEL AGENCY will be reunited and opening the show, and many of the contributing musicians on the album will be present and hopefully joining in on the noise. Keep your ears and eyes open for info. In other news, "A FAVOR TO THE MUSE" may be distributed by the BURNINGSHED label in England. This label distributes incredible acts like PORCUPINE TREE, NO-MAN, TUNER, ROGER ENO and many others.
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Favor to the Muse Album Art
March 12 2006
Here's some of the the anticipated artwork for the upcoming album. Sound samples will be added to the site later this week. Let us know what you think.
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Here's some of the the anticipated artwork for the upcoming album. Sound samples will be added to the site later this week. Let us know what you think.
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Uncle Tejas has come and gone.
February 23 2006
Wow...What a weekend. Mr. Rick Nelson has already come and gone in assisting Mandrake-ity. Our admiration and respect for him as a person and professional is limitless. His performance on Saturday the 18th, at Brillo Box made for a truly unforgettable evening. In addition, his participation in tracking and co-producing the album has added elements of wisdom and approach that were not before utilized. Some amazing sounds are on the way. Keep posted. "A Favor to the Muse" is coming.
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Wow...What a weekend. Mr. Rick Nelson has already come and gone in assisting Mandrake-ity. Our admiration and respect for him as a person and professional is limitless. His performance on Saturday the 18th, at Brillo Box made for a truly unforgettable evening. In addition, his participation in tracking and co-producing the album has added elements of wisdom and approach that were not before utilized. Some amazing sounds are on the way. Keep posted. "A Favor to the Muse" is coming.
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BIG CHANGES
February 9 2006
Where should the tale begin this time? In the midst of Mandrake mixification and album jolly, two members have decided that departure is in their best interest. Original guitarist David L & violinist Justin G are pursuing needs outside of the Mandrake scope of intention. Our best to them both. We gladly welcome Mr. Ryan Meals (Science) as the newest Mandrakee. His approach to the guitar, humorous demeanor, and creative input has created a fresh new perspective on performance and composition. Future intentions on live string replacement hang in limbo as Beau's responsibilities have increased. Let's just say that perhaps things are sounding better than ever. In addition to personnel changes, the Mandrake HQ has moved from "Big Dave's Dirty House of Power" to a fresh new studio space. We'll have pics up soon. Stop back.
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Where should the tale begin this time? In the midst of Mandrake mixification and album jolly, two members have decided that departure is in their best interest. Original guitarist David L & violinist Justin G are pursuing needs outside of the Mandrake scope of intention. Our best to them both. We gladly welcome Mr. Ryan Meals (Science) as the newest Mandrakee. His approach to the guitar, humorous demeanor, and creative input has created a fresh new perspective on performance and composition. Future intentions on live string replacement hang in limbo as Beau's responsibilities have increased. Let's just say that perhaps things are sounding better than ever. In addition to personnel changes, the Mandrake HQ has moved from "Big Dave's Dirty House of Power" to a fresh new studio space. We'll have pics up soon. Stop back.
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New pix, and some sound samples coming soon!
January 24 2006
Check out the photo link for some new images. Good stuff. Also, check back frequently as we begin to offer samples of the upcoming album in the weeks before release. Cheers.
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Check out the photo link for some new images. Good stuff. Also, check back frequently as we begin to offer samples of the upcoming album in the weeks before release. Cheers.
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Mixing Begins
January 12 2006
January 24th provides the beginning of the mixdown phase for "FAVOR TO THE MUSE". Drums will open the sessions with Mr. Troy Cramer (RSTA drummer extraordinaire) assisting on production. Polyphonic Rick will join us in February for string mixing and a live performance on the 18th.(see show dates). Let's all beg the sound gods for a pleasing, timely and appropriate March completion.
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January 24th provides the beginning of the mixdown phase for "FAVOR TO THE MUSE". Drums will open the sessions with Mr. Troy Cramer (RSTA drummer extraordinaire) assisting on production. Polyphonic Rick will join us in February for string mixing and a live performance on the 18th.(see show dates). Let's all beg the sound gods for a pleasing, timely and appropriate March completion.
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the best for 2006
December 31 2005
mandrake wishes everyone a musical new year.
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mandrake wishes everyone a musical new year.
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It's almost time.
December 4 2005
Alas...The date for tracking completion has come. December 14th provides the keystone session that moves Mandrake into the mixing phase of "Favor to the Muse". Mixing begins shortly after New Years and leads to a hopeful March release date. Have a great holiday and stop back for some performance dates. Cheers.
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Alas...The date for tracking completion has come. December 14th provides the keystone session that moves Mandrake into the mixing phase of "Favor to the Muse". Mixing begins shortly after New Years and leads to a hopeful March release date. Have a great holiday and stop back for some performance dates. Cheers.
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A Mandrake Addition?
November 3 2005
A recent meeting may be providing Mandrake with it's newest addition. By a chance overheard reference to a Fripp soundscape performance, former Lushwell member "Beau" (loops, sequences, programming) has found enough interest to begin live rehearsal with Mandrake. He will also be adding his densely hypnotic sequences to the upcoming album. Keep posted for more on this as well as upcoming live performances.
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A recent meeting may be providing Mandrake with it's newest addition. By a chance overheard reference to a Fripp soundscape performance, former Lushwell member "Beau" (loops, sequences, programming) has found enough interest to begin live rehearsal with Mandrake. He will also be adding his densely hypnotic sequences to the upcoming album. Keep posted for more on this as well as upcoming live performances.
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The Transfer is Complete
October 26 2005
Upon entering Mr. Smalls October 21st, a sigh of relief came over Mandrake as all songs & tracks were transferred into their system. The only remaining tracking exists in some horn parts featuring Boogie Hustlers Darnell & SB, Jesse Prentiss on upright bass, Mr. Guerra & Echo of Adam Evil additional strings, the choir, & Kirk and Chaplonious tying up loose ends. This will all hopefully be done by Nov. 12th. An immediate, intense and fatiguing phase of mixdown will ensue and last into December. January finish is still our common goal. Keep your eyes open for a few more upcoming performances. By the way, a fresh crop of Mandrake T-Shirts has appeared. 3 styles...Woo Hoo! Let us know if you are interested.
Behave, Befuddle, Believe. -mp
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Upon entering Mr. Smalls October 21st, a sigh of relief came over Mandrake as all songs & tracks were transferred into their system. The only remaining tracking exists in some horn parts featuring Boogie Hustlers Darnell & SB, Jesse Prentiss on upright bass, Mr. Guerra & Echo of Adam Evil additional strings, the choir, & Kirk and Chaplonious tying up loose ends. This will all hopefully be done by Nov. 12th. An immediate, intense and fatiguing phase of mixdown will ensue and last into December. January finish is still our common goal. Keep your eyes open for a few more upcoming performances. By the way, a fresh crop of Mandrake T-Shirts has appeared. 3 styles...Woo Hoo! Let us know if you are interested.
Behave, Befuddle, Believe. -mp
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Favor to the Muse
September 30 2005
Welly, welly, well.
Our texan cohort Rick Nelson (aka Sir Rickington, Rickulese, King Rickson, Uncle Tejas) has finished string arrangement and recording across the way in the Alamo State today. These tracks along with all guitar and stunt tracks will move into Mr. Smalls Studio the weekend of October 21st. The guise of engineer Larry Luther will oversee operations and continue the project to its stages of completion. Two more tracks will be recorded (Period of Delay & Burgundy Turban) for drums and percussion this weekend. Mandrake is proud to be graced with the percussive talents of Jim Dispirito (Rusted Root) joining on some tracks. The album title currently slated as, FAVOR TO THE MUSE will release the following titles:
1.Walking Music
2.The Economy of Motion
3.Im (Overneath) Myself
4.Flame of the Simpleton
5.The Period of Delay
6.Ode to the Spaceman
7.Burgundy Turban
8.Sound Audit (Jazz Suite)
9.TTeraj (pts I & II)
Stop back soon as we will offer some in-progress audio samples of the upcoming release. Tank yoo, Tank yoo.
mp
Welly, welly, well.
Our texan cohort Rick Nelson (aka Sir Rickington, Rickulese, King Rickson, Uncle Tejas) has finished string arrangement and recording across the way in the Alamo State today. These tracks along with all guitar and stunt tracks will move into Mr. Smalls Studio the weekend of October 21st. The guise of engineer Larry Luther will oversee operations and continue the project to its stages of completion. Two more tracks will be recorded (Period of Delay & Burgundy Turban) for drums and percussion this weekend. Mandrake is proud to be graced with the percussive talents of Jim Dispirito (Rusted Root) joining on some tracks. The album title currently slated as, FAVOR TO THE MUSE will release the following titles:
1.Walking Music
2.The Economy of Motion
3.Im (Overneath) Myself
4.Flame of the Simpleton
5.The Period of Delay
6.Ode to the Spaceman
7.Burgundy Turban
8.Sound Audit (Jazz Suite)
9.TTeraj (pts I & II)
Stop back soon as we will offer some in-progress audio samples of the upcoming release. Tank yoo, Tank yoo.
mp