Chased By Flying Monkeys

The Ericksons Join CBFM!

2012-01-26T11:06:00.001-06:00

&amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/album/dont-be-scared-dont-be-alarmed"&amp;amp;amp;gt;Don't Be Scared, Don't Be Alarmed by Ericksons, The&amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;gt;
The Ericksons debut album grew out of countless late nights playing in the bars of South Brooklyn. After much urging from fellow musicians, the sisters, Bethany and Jenny, laid down the thirteen tracks making up Middle of the Night, live in a basement studio. This exquisite and haunting album showcases the duo’s soulful vocal melodies and honest songwriting. After releasing Middle of the Night to a sold out crowd at Rockwood Music Hall in NYC they took to the road touring their way back home to the Midwest.

In 2010 The Ericksons met producer and sound engineer Beau Sorenson (Death Cab for Cutie, Sparklehorse, Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin) at Smart Studios in Madison, WI with a handful of new material. This trust-filled opening of The Ericksons’ transformative music to an undercurrent of rhythm and bass became the album, don’t be scared, don’t be alarmed. The result is a gift of creativity, beauty and truth that transcends musical genres. Since arriving in Minnesota, don’t be scared, don’t be alarmed has been featured on MPR’s Radio Heartland, KFAI’s Womenfolk Radio, and in MPLS/St.Paul Magazine as a Twin Cities CD of Note.
PRESS

“The Erickson sisters have a sophisticated harmonic connection.”
MPLS/St. Paul Magazine

“The sisters’ unique vocal harmonies make for music that sounds like it tumbled down from a mountain somewhere…The Ericksons cultivate a sound that is sparse and dark, a little Appalachian and a little bluegrass. Their lyrics are humble but with heart and soul, and the sisters share an impeccable intuition for melody.”
Citypages

“don’t be scared, don’t be alarmed,… immediately captures the band’s growth and creativity. The songs here receive a smart, but subtle upgrade in production and a steady dose of welcome percussion which only accentuates the honesty and poignant messages the sisters sing throughout.”
girlysounds.com

“There is something really unique about your sound…your harmonies, I’m hearing Chrissie Hynde, Grace Slick, Stevie Nicks.”
MPR/Radio Heartland

“Box of Letters, which sounds like a cheery pop tune borrowed from the Cities 97 morning programming, quietly carries a theme out of Camus’ Myth of Sisyphus without pouring a bunch of gloom and doom into the listener’s ear. “You’re glad to be alive,” they even sing.”
www.hymiesrecords.com

Kieren Smith Joins CBFM!

2012-01-26T11:02:00.001-06:00

&amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/album/the-better-life"&amp;amp;amp;gt;The Better Life by Kieren Smith&amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;gt;
Ever since he can remember, Kieren Smith has lived and breathed music. Born in Duluth, Minnesota, he started playing violin at age four; and by age ten, Kieren had picked up guitar and the drums. Even though the majority of his youth was spent writing and playing music, it wasn't until he first stepped on stage with his high school band, Jamestown Story, that he knew he was meant to spend his life committed to playing music. Kieren started touring full-time at age sixteen, completing school-work on the road and eventually graduating high school early to focus on touring.

Shortly after high school, Kieren moved to Minneapolis and formed the band, Sing It Loud. Within five shows, the young pop-rock act signed with Epitaph records and hit the road. Sing It Loud would continue on to release two full-length albums and play over 1,000 shows in four years.

After the group disbanded in late 2010, Kieren was left to establish the next step of his career. With support from his good friend and producer, Jordan Schmidt, Kieren released his first solo album, "The Better Life."

"The Better Life" displays Kieren's vast musical inspiration and skill. Heavily inspired by Third Eye Blind and Goo Goo Dolls, Kieren brings back the youthful and wide-eyed sound of the 90's alternative rock scene. Now 23 years old, he is living and playing music in New York City. After seven years of touring and writing music, Kieren is a seasoned musician at a young age. With a new album on the horizon, things are bright for this young songwriter.

"I've spent my whole life dedicated to music, and I've had my share of ups and downs," says Smith. "Those are the best part. It's not about the end of the road, it's the shows I play and the fans I meet on the way there."

In Our Bones by The Farewell Circuit

2012-01-26T11:00:00.000-06:00

&amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/album/in-our-bones"&amp;amp;amp;gt;In Our Bones by The Farewell Circuit&amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;gt;

Rockford Mules - Merry Christmas, South Dakota

2011-11-30T14:39:00.001-06:00

New Verskotzi Video: Fountain

2011-11-17T09:30:00.001-06:00

More Nathan Mathes Music on Friendzone!

2011-11-16T13:22:00.002-06:00

Lots of CBFM music on MTV tonight! In addition to Verskotzi on The Real World, Nathan Mathes is going to be used in Friendzone! Tune in and you'll be able to hear Nathan's song "On The Well!"

&amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/track/on-the-well"&amp;amp;amp;gt;On The Well by Nathan Mathes&amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;gt;

Scattered Trees on MTV's Teen Mom Season Finale

2011-11-16T10:17:00.003-06:00

Did you hear Scattered Trees on the season finale of MTV's Teen Mom? "Silence is Musical" can be heard when Macy puts Bentley to bed. We're thrilled that another CBFM alumni, Andrew Belle, was also used in the episode. "Signs of Life" off of Andrew's fantastic All Those Pretty Lights EP is used when Catelynn and Tyler discuss graduation. Very nice!

Verskotzi on MTV's The Real World: San Diego

2011-11-15T14:01:00.003-06:00

Be sure to watch The Real World: San Diego on MTV Wednesday night to hear CBFM's Verskotzi! They'll be featuring the song "Fountain" and will be highlighting the track on the MTV Soundtrack blog!

Very nice!

&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/track/fountain"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Fountain by Verskotzi&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;

Nathan Mathes on MTV's Chelsea Settles

2011-11-15T13:51:00.003-06:00

The Nathan Mathes song "Familiar Tune" is being used in tonight's episode of Chelsea Settles! Tune in to MTV tonight at 11/10c.

&amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/track/familiar-tune"&amp;amp;amp;gt;Familiar Tune by Nathan Mathes&amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;gt;

The Farewell Circuit on MTV's Chelsea Settles

2011-11-15T13:48:00.002-06:00

The Farewell Circuit on MTV's Chelsea Settles. Let's review.

Episode 4 (11/1/11): "The Inexorable March of Time" used when Chelsea feels uncomfortable in her interview at the fashion boutique. "Things We Lost" used when Jenna shares some of her life struggles with Chelsea and they realize they are similar people.

Episode 5 (11/8/11): "Like A House On Fire" used when Chelsea heads to the gym to meet with her trainer for the first time.

Nice.

Nathan Mathes on MTV's Friendzone

2011-11-09T14:08:00.004-06:00

Check out MTV's Friendzone to hear several songs from CBFM's Nathan Mathes including "Reaching and Bracing," "The Heat and All It's Worth" and "Right Where It Should Be!" Weekdays at 7p/8c.

&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/album/american-whitecaps"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;American Whitecaps by Nathan Mathes&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;

CBFM music on MTV's Chelsea Settles

2011-11-08T17:34:00.003-06:00

Tune in to Chelsea Settles tonight on MTV to hear songs from The Farewell Circuit and Nathan Mathes. 10/9c.

Check out a trailer for the show here.

More CBFM Licenses!

2011-10-25T15:38:00.002-05:00

Congrats to Adam Svec and Verskotzi on their latest batch of licenses. MTV, A&E, Oxygen and E! have all issued licenses to use their music on a variety of shows including The Real World and Keeping Up With The Kardashians.

Usonia joins CBFM

2011-10-25T15:17:00.003-05:00

&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/track/three-hours"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Three Hours by Usonia&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;
"Their self-titled debut album is a sublime slice of headphone-friendly pop, confidently encompassing everything from jagged-nerve new wave to white-boy soul-rock with enough sass to make Hall & Oates burn with envy." - Rob van Alstyne (City Pages)

Verskotzi joins CBFM!

2011-10-06T12:19:00.003-05:00

&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/track/sell-my-soul"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Sell My Soul by Verskotzi&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;
Verskotzi is Minneapolis based singer-songwriter, Joey Verskotzi. “Lesson Learned” is Verskotzi’s debut EP that was released on August 23rd, 2011 at The Fine Line in Downtown, Minneapolis. Verskotzi teamed up with local producer, Izaac Burkhart, at the Relic Room Studio in Northeast, MPLS to record the 5 song EP. Songs like “Sell My Soul” and “Give it Rest” have achieved radio play and the attention of local/ regional press. These songs are lyrically honest, giving listeners a chance to hear about and connect with Joey’s pain, loss, and love that inspired the meaning behind“Lesson Learned”.

“The Twin Cities are a breeding ground for many new singer/songwriters... Joey Verskotzi has thrown his name into the mix, releasing a compilation of songs that are quietly haunting.” -City Pages

“Crisp, catchy... solid vocals all the way through.” -The Sound Alarm

“The forthrightness of his fragile songs struck a chord with supporters and detractors alike.” -City Pages

Mackintosh Braun on Bad Girls Club TONIGHT!

2011-10-03T11:28:00.003-05:00

Tune in to The Bad Girls Club (episode #710) tonight on Oxygen to hear "Good So Far" from Mackintosh Braun! You can find out more info here.

Check out Mackintosh Braun here.

Alison Scott Joins CBFM!

2011-09-12T10:25:00.003-05:00

&amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/album/chinese-whispers"&amp;amp;amp;gt;Chinese Whispers by Alison Scott&amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;gt;
Alison Scott has risen to the top of the Minneapolis music scene; her soulful songwriting and powerhouse vocals have won a large and intensely loyal following. Cutting through the din of indie rock, fans of Adele and Amy Winehouse have found a kindred spirit in Alison's amazing voice, singing the kind of music that has and never will go out of style.

Produced by her guitarist Kevin Bowe (triple platinum Jonny, Lang, Paul Westerberg, Etta James) and powered by the A-list rhythm section of Peter Anderson and Steve Price, this album is a breath of fresh air that is blowing the minds of soul music fans everywhere. She is currently touring with Freedy Johnston.

André Rodriguez joins CBFM!

2011-07-26T12:26:00.002-05:00

&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/album/somewhere-new"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Somewhere New by Andre Rodriguez&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;

Based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota, André Rodriguez is one of the premier indie-alternative songwriters in the Midwest. The newly released album, titled Somewhere New, is a compilation of Rodriguez's best songs from the past three years. Somewhere New is an artful presentation of songwriting, combining memorable melodies with thoughtful storytelling. Produced by Minneapolis' Luke Fredrickson, the new disc also features guest appearances by André's brother, Dan Rodriguez and Breanne Düren of Owl City.

Born in Rochester, Michigan, André started playing piano at the age of four and studied classical music throughout high school. During his teenage years he developed a love for composing and arranging. In 2000, he moved to Minneapolis to study music at North Central University where he received his degree in music performance.

· Semifinalist in the AAA and Performance categories of the 2011 International Songwriting Competition

“Rodriguez is back and greater than ever.” Weekly Indie

“Somewhere New is an artful presentation of songwriting.” Magnatune

“The lyrics are filled with the sort of visually descriptive imagery that draws the listener in.” Taxi

Adam Svec Joins CBFM!

2011-07-07T21:59:00.006-05:00

&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/album/weaks-in-the-waves"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Weaks in the Waves by Chased By Flying Monkeys&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;

Adam Svec’s third solo release, Weaks In The Waves, includes 11 tracks recorded with Adam Krinsky (Produced: Pieta Brown, The Alarmists, No Bird Sing), and Graham O’Brien (No Bird Sing). Influenced by not only pop and folk artists, but also a large body of hip-hop, the new album is a voyage in a unique vessel.

press
“One of the most stunning elements of Svec's music is his magnificent vocal ability. It is a rare artist that can transition his voice from sensitive, scratchy folk-pop tenor (on tracks like the dissatisfied "Belfry") to delicate, upper-registry male soprano (beautifully met on the chorus of "Only a Spirit," which also featured exquisite three-part harmonies).” -City Pages
 
“A former member of dearly departed local band The Glad Version, Adam Svec has been warmly received since he debuted as a solo artist in 2008. Svec is a prolific songwriter, having come out with three albums in as many years. Known for his lilting tenor and simple but compelling folk arrangements, Svec is influenced by his studies in audiology and his personal experiences, which consciously and unconsciously influence his songwriting and instrumentation.” -89.3 The Current Local Show: Minnesota Public Radio

CBFM tunes on My Life As Liz finale tomorrow!

2011-05-02T16:39:00.007-05:00

Have you been watching MTV's My Life As Liz? Recognize that CBFM favorite, Faded Paper Figures? "One More Crash" was used in episode 201 and the song "You Know What I Mean" was used in episode 202. Tune in to the finale Tuesday May 3rd at 11pm/10pm (c) to hear the song "North By North."

The finale will also feature the song "Oh Caroline" by Joey Ryan and the Inks!

&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/track/oh-caroline"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Oh, Caroline by Chased By Flying Monkeys&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;

The Woodlands on My Life As Liz

2011-05-02T16:32:00.004-05:00

Check out The Woodlands on MTV's My Life As Liz episode 203 "The Morning After." Listen for the song "Until The Day Dims" when Liz throws her cell phone in the water. You can check out the episode here.

&amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/track/until-the-day-dims"&amp;amp;amp;gt;Until The Day Dims by Chased By Flying Monkeys&amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;gt;

Freak Owls on My Life As Liz

2011-05-02T16:24:00.006-05:00

Freak Owls' song "Hey, Na Na Na" was featured on MTV's My Life As Liz episode 208 - "New Leash on Life." Pay particular attention when Louis asks Liz out on a date! Check out the episode here.

&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/track/hey-na-na-na"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Hey, Na Na Na by Chased By Flying Monkeys&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;

Freak Owls on Bad Girls Club

2011-03-25T11:05:00.000-05:00

"Paper People" will be featured on Bad Girls Club episode #610, airing on Oxygen next Monday (3/28) @ 9pm/8c!

Italian Japanese on MTV's The Real World: Las Vegas

2011-03-25T10:45:00.002-05:00

Italian Japanese's song "Jeremiah" will be featured on this weeks episode of The Real World on MTV. Tune in!

Upcoming Airings

Friday, March 25
12:30 AM ET/PT on MTV
9:00 AM ET/PT on MTV
2:00 PM ET/PT on MTV
3:00 PM ET/PT on MTV
Saturday, March 26
3:00 PM ET/PT on MTV
Sunday, March 27
12:00 AM ET/PT on MTV
1:00 PM ET/PT on MTV
10:30 PM ET/PT on MTV

Or watch the show online at www.mtv.com

Coldplay gives nice nod to CBFM's The Farewell Circuit

2011-03-10T16:28:00.004-06:00

Coldplay.com does a solid and features CBFM's The Farewell Circuit on their homepage. Nice!

http://www.coldplay.com/exhib.php?id=469

Akai Joins CBFM

2011-02-18T11:26:00.001-06:00

The Brighton Joins CBFM!

2011-02-18T11:23:00.002-06:00

Kourtney & Kim Take New York

2011-02-18T11:15:00.004-06:00

Be sure to tune into E! Television's new series, Kourtney & Kim Take New York and listen for music from your favorite CBFM artists! Sundays at 10p/9c

More info on the new series can be found here.

The Farewell Circuit joins CBFM!

2011-01-28T11:04:00.000-06:00

Nathan Mathes joins CBFM!

2011-01-13T11:59:00.000-06:00

Graham O'Brien joins CBFM!

2011-01-12T14:55:00.000-06:00

Phil Barry "Mercury" free download

2010-12-06T12:00:00.002-06:00

From the Princess Records re-release coming out in 2011, completely re-mastered with an additional song! Pay what you want for the track, even $0.00.

Rockford Mules video "Ma They Broke Me"

2010-11-17T10:09:00.002-06:00

CBFM's Rockford Mules on Criminal Minds!

2010-11-01T17:10:00.003-05:00

Tune in to Criminal Minds on CBS this Wednesday to hear the song "Heading East to Get West" from The Rockford Mules!

Episode description: When bodies turn up in Indiana cornfields, the team must catch a pack of serial killers targeting exotic dancers.

Freak Owls on Bad Girls Club Miami

2010-10-12T09:32:00.004-05:00

Be sure to tune in tonight to hear CBFM's Freak Owls on Bad Girls Club Miami episode 510: Who Runs Miami on Oxygen. Listen for the song "Paper People" from the Freak Owls album Taxidermy.

&amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/track/paper-people"&amp;amp;gt;Paper People by Chased By Flying Monkeys&amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;gt;

The Bears of Blue River video for Feral Child!

2010-09-13T11:07:00.001-05:00

Feral Child (the Bears of Blue River) from Harvey Lemmings on Vimeo.

New Faded Paper Figures Video!

2010-09-02T10:59:00.002-05:00

Laurent Bourque on MTV's The Real World

2010-08-16T10:36:00.004-05:00

Check out this week's episode of The Real World: New Orleans to hear the song "At Your Door" by CBFM's Laurent Bourque. You can watch the episode online here.

<a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/album/what-we-talk-about">At Your Door by Chased By Flying Monkeys</a>

CBFM's Italian Japanese headlining KROQ showcase at the Roxy

2010-08-13T11:42:00.001-05:00

The next KROQ Locals Only Showcase will be held at the Roxy Theatre on next Thursday Aug. 19.

Italian Japanese, who were just voted this week’s #1 Locals Only Band, will headline the show. Sabrosa Purr and Jets Overhead will also be playing, with The Sea of Cortez opening up the night.

Silver Lake band Italian Japanese have been likened to bands ranging from Phoenix to the Silversun Pickups, but with their debut album The Lush, Romantic Weirdness, they definitely created a unique identity for themselves that has been getting them noticed. Their single “Le Pony” was #1 on last Sunday’s Locals Only show.

The Small Cities on MN Original

2010-07-27T22:29:00.004-05:00

Like The Small Cities? We sure do.

Another great song can be found here. Or come with us to see them live at the 331 Club in Minneapolis this Friday.

Bears of Blue River Daytrotter Session Posted!

2010-07-06T14:38:00.002-05:00

New Admiral Byrd Video

2010-07-06T11:38:00.003-05:00

Freak Owls joins CBFM!

2010-06-30T16:20:00.000-05:00

<a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/album/taxidermy">Little Things by Chased By Flying Monkeys</a>

Spaceships Are Cool at NxNE!

2010-06-30T11:20:00.002-05:00

The Bears of Blue River plus Joey Ryan & the Inks

2010-06-21T23:46:00.002-05:00

That's right, two new artists to share with you today. We think you'll approve.

&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/album/the-killer-bee-scare"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Crayola by Chased By Flying Monkeys&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;

&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/album/well-here-we-are-then"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Don't Look Back On Your Own by Chased By Flying Monkeys&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;

Italian Japanese joins CBFM!

2010-06-16T14:18:00.004-05:00

We think you'll really like these guys...we do!

• #47 ON CMJ TOP 200 AND CHARTS FOR 7 WEEKS
• SINGLE "LE PONY" PLAYING ON KROQ
• FEATURED ON 94.9 FM AND 91X (SAN DIEGO)
• NPR FEATURE AT SXSW
• "LE PONY" MUSIC VIDEO FEATURED ON MYSPACE.COM
• "JAGUAR PAW" FEATURED ON 107.7 THE END (SEATTLE)
• PERFORMANCES AT SXSW IN 2009 AND 2010

Italian Japanese, "Jeremiah" from Boa Simon on Vimeo.

Admiral Byrd joins CBFM!

2010-06-09T11:06:00.005-05:00

Admiral Byrd's album, "Goodbye Cruel Worldview" will be released on June 14th. Check out a preview right here:

&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://admiralbyrd.bandcamp.com/album/goodbye-cruel-worldview"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Don't Touch the Radio by Admiral Byrd&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;

New Licenses for Laurent Bourque!

2010-05-26T15:57:00.007-05:00

CBFM is happy to announce several new licenses were secured for Laurent Bourque last week! Be sure to keep an ear out for his music on several new shows including the next season of The Real World, Spin Control, Bad Girls Club, Keeping Up With The Kardashians, Love Games, Khloe and Kourt go to Miami and more! In the meantime, check out some of Laurent's music right here:

&amp;amp;lt;a href="http://chasedbyflyingmonkeys.bandcamp.com/album/what-we-talk-about"&amp;amp;gt;At Your Door by Chased By Flying Monkeys&amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;gt;

Mackintosh Braun on MTV's The Challenge: Fresh Meat II

2010-05-20T10:35:00.009-05:00

Be sure to watch episode 6 "Check Meat" of The Challenge (original air date 05/12/10) to hear music from CBFM alumni Mackintosh Braun! We were excited to hear MTV wanted to use their song "I Won't Fall" off of their album The Sound.

You can catch it again on Saturday May 22nd at 9:00PM ET/PT on MTV

www.mackintoshbraun.com

The Rockford Mules on MTV's The Challenge: Fresh Meat II

2010-05-06T17:53:00.016-05:00

Check out episode 5 "Roadkill" of The Challenge: Fresh Meat II (original air date 05/05/10) to hear music from CBFM's very own The Rockford Mules! Listen around the 20:45 mark for the song "Drippins' Can" off of the album From Devil's Spit to Angel Tears. You can watch the video here.

Upcoming Airings:
Friday, May 07 @ 11:00 AM ET/PT on MTV
Saturday, May 08 @ 8:00 PM ET/PT on MTV

www.therockfordmules.com

The Rockford Mules are no strangers to extreme sports and over the top drama. Don't believe me? Just check out this exclusive video of the guys kickin' ass and taking names!

VIDEO

Laurent Bourque joins CBFM!

2010-04-30T10:44:00.006-05:00

Born and raised in Ottawa, Ontario, Laurent started playing music at age nine and subsequently began performing and recording with his first band by the age of twelve. Fast forward through three albums and a multitude of local and out-of-town shows, Laurent decided to make the move to Montreal at the age of 17 to pursue music as a solo artist. In early 2007 began the writing and recording of Laurent’s very first solo full-length album.

Entitled “What We Talk About”, the album was produced by Dean Watson at the Gallery Studios in Ottawa and features Laurent's longtime musical collaborator, Jamie Kronick on drums and Laurent on bass, guitar, piano, banjo, keys and vocals.

Laurent is a rare breed when it comes to today’s singer-songwriters. At the young age of 21, Laurent manages to make interesting, personal, honest, credible and complex pop/rock music, all while writing every word, orchestrating every part and playing the vast majority of the instruments in his recordings.

www.myspace.com/laurentbourque

Sean Renner joins CBFM!

2010-04-14T16:15:00.007-05:00

Sean Renner began writing and recording when he was only 18. Playing the roles of musician, producer, and engineer he completed four full length albums, three EPs, and scores for several short films including a piece for the film “Love Overdue,” winner of the Best Original Score award at the 2005 Greensboro 48-hour Film Competition. After graduating from from Elon University with a degree in film production and philosophy, Renner moved to London, England to record his latest musical masterpiece, “The Blossoms of Armageddon” for the UK-based Urban Sound record label. Upon returning to the US, Renner focused his efforts on his live performances, using a combination of live instrumentation, vocals, looping, and sampling to create a unique style of music that his listeners describe as Acoustic/Electronic/Experimentation. Renner pushes the limits of the acoustic singer/songwriter paradigm, but yet remains accessible, personal and intimate, displaying an elegant blend of musical and technical prowess.

www.seanrenner.com

The Woodlands Join CBFM!

2010-04-01T19:52:00.000-05:00

Shhhhhh

2010-03-15T16:10:00.000-05:00

Italian Japanese, "Le Pony" from Boa Simon on Vimeo.

A preview of things to come. We think you'll like!

Faded Paper Figures on My Life As Liz season finale!

2010-03-08T10:54:00.000-06:00

Tune in to the season finale of My Life As Liz (Episode 109: The End of the Beginning) to hear several Chased By Flying Monkeys artists including...

Faded Paper Figures "Red State"
Liz and Bryson sit on the hood of his car and talk about their futures. Liz tells Bryson she's considering moving to NYC.

Jeremy Messersmith "Franklin Avenue"
Liz leaves her own graduation party and rides Sully's bike to Bryson's.

Jeremy Messersmith "The Commuter"
Liz gets out of the car to say goodbye to Troy and realizes Bryson is in tow.

CBFM Music on My Life As Liz

2010-03-03T14:22:00.002-06:00

My Life As Liz | Ep. 8 | A Prom To Remember Part 2: "Liz struggles to move on from Bryson as she takes Sully as her date to the prom."

Watch from about :33 to 1:07 and listen for a lyricless, heavily edited version of The Small Cities song Fargo.

Meredith Fierke joins Chased By Flying Monkeys!

2010-02-19T17:36:00.002-06:00

The illusive lyrics and raw emotion of Meredith Fierke, granddaughter of a nuclear physicist from Oppenheimer’s core, kicks the stool out from under the post-modern idea of a coalminer’s singer/songwriter. Fierke’s impressionistic songwriting dares the listener to make sense of the few shapes in dim twilight, calling up a mix of alternative, rock, and old-world murder ballads. Known for a powerful elegance both sonically austere and viscerally arresting, she mesmerizes audiences delivering a seductive vocal that often trends low, and from this darkness emerges a fiercely independent artist.

www.meredithfierke.com

More CBFM music on Grey's Anatomy!

2010-02-10T10:12:00.002-06:00

Tune in to ABC's Grey's Anatomy on Thursday February 18th to hear the song "Metropolis" by CBFM's very own Faded Paper Figures! We don't want to spoil anything, but pay particular attention when Baily examines some bodily fluids. That's all we can say.

Want more Faded Paper Figures and the song Metropolis? Check this out:

Metropolis

Faded Paper Figures | MySpace Music Videos

www.fadedpaperfigures.com
www.abc.go.com/shows/greys-anatomy

Spaceships Are Cool Interview

2010-01-28T23:31:00.003-06:00

Check out the new interview with Rob from Spaceships Are Cool over at TwoGroove.com.

You can find it here.

CBFM music on MTV's Jersey Shore

2010-01-18T13:51:00.004-06:00

Tune in to episode 108 "One Shot" of MTV's newest reality show Jersey Shore: The summer's winding down but the drama doesn't stop. Pauly's got a stalker and a fight lands another roommate in jail. Listen closely to hear "Love You To Pieces" by CBFM alumni Jeremy Messersmith. Please don't punch anyone in the face. Ever.

Jersey Shore episode information
www.jeremymessersmith.com

Ada Jane joins CBFM!

2010-01-12T17:38:00.000-06:00

Ada Jane is the latest manifestation of the musical efforts of Minneapolis-based singer/songwriter Matt Marka. The band also includes Charlie Wilson (drums), David Strahan (lead guitar), Matt Reimers (bass), and various other guests, musical and non-musical, on various nights. Ada Jane delivers a varied sound style, ranging from moody dirges similar to the darker moments of Wilco or Bruce Springsteen, to rollicking, rousing rock ‘n roll that has been compared to Hüsker Dü.

In the nearly 4 years since the band’s inception, Ada Jane has taken its high-energy, jumping and back kicking, Springsteen-on-speed live show on tour in Canada(including an invite to the 2006 Canadian Music Week in Toronto and an invite to the 2009 NxNE festival), The United Kingdom, Ireland, and throughout the Midwest, East coast of the US including an invitation to perform at the 2005 Midwest Music Summit in Indianapolis, IN. Ada Jane has also shared bills with numerous national acts, including Centro-Matic, The Heartless Bastards, Evan Dando, Jolie Holland, and Dave Pirner and Dan Murphy of Soul Asylum, Maritime, Bound Stems, Ha Ha Tonka, and Eagle Seagull.

Ada Jane’s sophomore effort, “Again…Again” takes over where the band left off on it’s debut album, “Never Been Better.” Recorded at Humans Win! with Lance Conrad(of the Alpha Centauri), and with a little help from Chris Koza on keys and Dan Eikmeier on trumpet, Again…Again,” is an authentic hunk of Minneapolis music. Embracing their hometown roots on tracks like, “Sunday’s Best” and “I Just Want You Near” and expanding them on “Down The Highway” and “Found.”

In 2009 “Again…Again” has received radio airplay on over 200 radio statios across the US and Canada! www.adajane.com

CBFM music on Keeping Up With The Kardashians

2010-01-12T11:03:00.000-06:00

Tune in to this weeks episode of Keeping Up With The Kardashians on E! to hear the song "Turn for the Worst" by The Deaths!

You can find out more about the show here.
You can find out more about The Deaths here.

CBFM music on new MTV show "My Life as Liz"

2010-01-05T13:20:00.000-06:00

"My Life as Liz" explores high school life through the eyes of Liz Lee, a precocious, sometimes sarcastic, always witty teenage girl trapped in a conservative Texas town. Ever the outsider, the series explores Liz's attempt to make the best of her senior year by carving out a place of her own among her more "normal" peers. While Liz's off-kilter outlook and impeccable comedic timing make her journey of self-discovery an often humorous one -- her openness and honesty allow viewers to bear witness to the truest and most tender moments of being a teenage girl.

Watch the series premiere Monday January 18th @ 10:30pm (9:30pm Central) and check out the Faded Paper Figures song "I Fell Off My Name." We hear it's being used at the end of each episode! Plus, be sure to watch the later eposides of My Life as Liz which will feature the FPF song "Red State" as well as music from other CBFM artists including The Small Cities and alumni Jeremy Messersmith.

You can find out more info about My Life As Liz here.

More CBFM music on Grey's Anatomy!

2009-11-04T13:40:00.000-06:00

Tune in to Grey's Anatomy on ABC this Thursday (11/05/09) for some more Chased By Flying Monkey music! Listen for Faded Paper Figures' "North by North" when Callie apologizes and Arizona goes home. Also, Jackson is drinking to try and get the nerve up to say something to a woman. Lexie is bummed Arizona didn't like the party.

Got it?

www.abc.go.com/shows/greys-anatomy

Faded Paper Figures on Grey's Anatomy!

2009-10-22T12:58:00.001-05:00

Tune in to Grey's Anatomy tonight on ABC to hear Chased By Flying Monkey's very own Faded Paper Figures! If you're familiar with the show, pay particular attention when Alex talks to Izzie’s mom. Alex and Reed talk. Reed helps Charles with Cathy. Alex leaves Charles. Arizona scolds Lexie. Alex talks to Izzie. Charles talks to Cathy. Got it?

www.abc.go.com/shows/greys-anatomy
www.fadedpaperfigures.com

More Phil Barry

2009-09-09T23:41:00.000-05:00

If MTV's The Real World left you wanting more, check out this video of Phil and his friend Ira performing the song "Dark Star."

The Real World: Cancun Season Finale with Phil Barry & The Deaths!

2009-09-09T12:23:00.001-05:00

Tune in to MTV tonight for the season finale of The Real World: Cancun. The episode will feature "Goodbye Is Not The End" by Phil Barry and "It Takes Time" by The Deaths!

www.myspace.com/philbarrymusic
www.thedeaths.net

The Deaths featured on The Real World: Cancun!

2009-08-31T17:38:00.001-05:00

Tune in to The Real World: Cancun on MTV to hear The Deaths songs "To the Start" and "Threes and Fours". The show airs Wednesday at 10pm Eastern/9pm Central.

Flying Monkeys on MTV's The Hills!

2009-08-25T12:48:00.000-05:00

Three new licenses secured for The Hills! Keep your ears open for Andrew Belle, Faded Paper Figures and The Deaths on MTV's The Hills. Juicy.

Faded Paper Figures video for "Metropolis"

2009-08-17T11:38:00.000-05:00

Spaceships Are Cool @ Glastonbury Festival

2009-07-30T10:37:00.000-05:00

Just like the colors of the rainbow...shake it up!

Mackintosh Braun featured on The Real World: Cancun!

2009-07-22T20:26:00.000-05:00

Mackintosh Braun's song "Now" is featured in tonight's episode of The Real World: Cancun! Tune in to MTV at 10pm Eastern/Pacific (9pm Central).

www.myspace.com/mackintoshbraun

The Humbugs Joins Chased By Flying Monkeys

2009-07-15T10:48:00.001-05:00

"On The Up Side" is the fourth release from the Minneapolis quintet The Humbugs. The album took The Humbugs back to The Terrarium, one of Minneapolis’ premier recording facilities with producer Jacques Wait (Semisonic, The Soviettes). The bands' goal was to make a completely cohesive album intertwining 60's pop with early 80's new wave. The result was eleven tight, concise musical nuggets that strive to take you away to a sugary pop wonderland. The Humbugs have toured from NYC to Chicago to San Francisco and many places in between. They recently toured back to Chicago for their 9th consecutive appearance at the International Pop Overthrow Music Festival.

www.myspace.com/thehumbugs

Spaceships Are Cool video

2009-06-23T11:38:00.000-05:00

The Deaths on MTV's True Life

2009-06-10T12:59:00.000-05:00

Check out MTV's True Life espisode "I'm Stuck At Home" and listen for The Deaths song "Choir Invisible." You can watch full episodes here.

Spotlight: Spaceships Are Cool

2009-06-04T17:48:00.000-05:00

· Performing at the GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL on JUNE 27 with Blur, Bruce Springsteen, Bon Iver, Doves, Fleet Foxes, Franz Ferdinand, Lilly Allen, Neil Young
· Invited by THE GUARDIAN to blog on THE GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL
· Selected as Top Undiscovered Artist by SPIN.com:“Glitchy psychedelia, matched up with sunny harmonies.”
· Reached #96 on CMJ (highest self-released album)
· #20 Top Add at CMJ

Spaceships Are Cool sounds like…
“sci-fi sunshine pop” “daydreaming when you were little” “beats n bleeps n beachboy melodies”

Initial licenses already secured with MTV, Oxygen and E! Television!

www.myspace.com/spaceshipsarecool2

Phil Barry Joins Chased By Flying Monkeys

2009-06-01T18:35:00.000-05:00

We're thrilled to announce the newest addition to the Chased By Flying Monkeys roster, Kalamazoo's own Phil Barry!

Between The Carolinas (Hey burner! Records), the debut album by Phil Barry, is a haunted batch of folk-rock road songs. Written and recorded on a beat up 1977 Guild D-25 acoustic guitar, the songs breathe hazy memories from too much time spent away. Phil got his start touring and recording with Michigan rock band Knee Deep Shag. After four albums and thousands of shows Phil took a full time position playing guitar for Warner Bros. recording artist Rachael Yamagata. With Rachael he toured Europe and the States including extended tours with Ryan Adams and Ray Lamontagne.

Phil's song Mercury (track 8) won us all over here in the office...and we're betting you'll have the same reaction. Amazing. Check it out at www.myspace.com/philbarrymusic

Spotlight: The Deaths

2009-05-20T16:50:00.000-05:00

New licenses secured last week for The Deaths! Be sure to listen for them on The Real World, Road Rules, Extreme Challenge, Bad Girls Club, Keeping Up With The Kardashians, The Stylist and the upcoming Khloe and Kourt Go To Miami (working title).

www.myspace.com/thedeaths

Spotlight: Andrew Belle

2009-04-23T11:45:00.001-05:00

Andrew Belle is a 24 year old singer-songwriter from Chicago. Combining hook-ridden melodies and powerful vocals, Belle has become a respected name amongst young performers in the Chicago music circuit. He has performed hundreds of shows in the past 2 years; quickly becoming a favorite at Downtown Chicago’s national hot-spot ‘Rockit Bar and Grill’.·

Belle’s song I’ll Be Your Breeze was recently featured on the television show 90210!

More Mackintosh Braun placed on NBC's Chuck!

2009-03-24T18:09:00.000-05:00

Tune in to Chuck on NBC on Monday April 13th to hear the song "Hear" by Chased By Flying Monkeys artist Mackintosh Braun!

www.myspace.com/mackintoshbraun

More Scattered Trees music on MTV's The Real World

2009-03-04T12:29:00.001-06:00

Tune in tonight to hear the Scattered Trees song "Springtime Proposal" in The Real World: Brooklyn!

www.myspace.com/scatteredtreesmusic

The Breakups placed on MTV's The Real World

2009-02-25T12:41:00.000-06:00

More MTV placements on The Real World: Brooklyn! Tune in tonight to hear "After The Fact" by The Breakups! We're told that it will be on near the beginning of the show. It's about time The Breakups became part of The Real World.

www.myspace.com/thebreakupssuck

Scattered Trees placed on MTV's The Real World

2009-02-25T12:35:00.000-06:00

Tune in to MTV's The Real World: Brooklyn this Wednesday, February 25th, to hear the song Cigarettes from Scattered Trees!

www.myspace.com/scatteredtreesmusic

Mackintosh Braun placed on NBC's Chuck

2009-02-16T22:29:00.000-06:00

Tune in to Chuck on NBC on Monday March 2nd to hear the song "Wake Up" by Chased By Flying Monkeys artist Mackintosh Braun!

www.myspace.com/mackintoshbraun