The Motels
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Aug 15th
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The Motels
Pop
In 1971, a young Martha Davis joined The Warfield Foxes, a band from Berkeley California. In 1975 they moved to Los Angeles and changed the band name to The Motels.
The new name was inspired on the way to the band’s first show at Barney’s Beanery. Guitarist Dean Chamberlain noted the motor inns as they drove down Santa Monica Boulevard and suggested “What about The Motels?”
The band broke up then reformed in 1978 with guitarist Jeff Jourard who brought in his brother Marty on keyboards and saxophone. Michael Goodroe on bass and Brian Glascock on drums rounded out the quintet. This lineup played around L.A. for six months before signing with Capitol Records on May 13, 1979—Mother’s Day.
The Motels released five albums on Capitol Records between 1979 and 1985, two of them earning gold record status and generating two Top Ten singles, “Only the Lonely” and “Suddenly Last Summer.” When the band broke up in 1987 Martha released Policy, a solo album that charted in Australia.
After leaving Capitol Davis spent years working in different musical genres with multitudes of players. Recently it became apparent that one particular configuration generated the same feeling as the original band concept.
The new lineup includes guitarist Clint Walsh, drummer Eric Gardner, bassist Nic Johns and as of 2011, original member Marty Jourard. Apocalypso, a previously unreleased version of 1982’s All Four One was released in 2011 on Omnivore Records, thirty years to the day after the intended original date.
In Spring of 2018 the Motels will release their new record The Last Few Beautiful Days.
Motels Discography
The Motels 1979
Careful 1980
All Four One 1982
Little Robbers 1984
Shock 1985
Apocalypso 2011
The Last Few Beautiful Days 2018
The new name was inspired on the way to the band’s first show at Barney’s Beanery. Guitarist Dean Chamberlain noted the motor inns as they drove down Santa Monica Boulevard and suggested “What about The Motels?”
The band broke up then reformed in 1978 with guitarist Jeff Jourard who brought in his brother Marty on keyboards and saxophone. Michael Goodroe on bass and Brian Glascock on drums rounded out the quintet. This lineup played around L.A. for six months before signing with Capitol Records on May 13, 1979—Mother’s Day.
The Motels released five albums on Capitol Records between 1979 and 1985, two of them earning gold record status and generating two Top Ten singles, “Only the Lonely” and “Suddenly Last Summer.” When the band broke up in 1987 Martha released Policy, a solo album that charted in Australia.
After leaving Capitol Davis spent years working in different musical genres with multitudes of players. Recently it became apparent that one particular configuration generated the same feeling as the original band concept.
The new lineup includes guitarist Clint Walsh, drummer Eric Gardner, bassist Nic Johns and as of 2011, original member Marty Jourard. Apocalypso, a previously unreleased version of 1982’s All Four One was released in 2011 on Omnivore Records, thirty years to the day after the intended original date.
In Spring of 2018 the Motels will release their new record The Last Few Beautiful Days.
Motels Discography
The Motels 1979
Careful 1980
All Four One 1982
Little Robbers 1984
Shock 1985
Apocalypso 2011
The Last Few Beautiful Days 2018
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Meet The Matter. A Mesmerizing Mix of Stellar Songwriting and Inspired Live Performances
The Matter feature the powerful guitar interplay of Michael Hamilton and Dennis LeBlanc, backed by the solid rhythm section of Erikson and Rick Gerardi. The songs range from the intricate and chiming Girl From the Sun to the sixties inspired power pop of Her First Rodeo to the surging and grinding sonic assault of Saw Love, a crowd favorite and often the set closer.
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The Matter have their genesis in the punk scene of the early 80s. Gerardi and LeBlanc were part of the So Cal punk scene in a band called The Factory whose single, Smile, has become a rare collectible by collectors from around the world. After The Factory disbanded, Hamilton joined the two in a band called The Cinematics. After two years, Hamilton departed and moved to New York City, where he signed on to do sound, provide guitar tech services, and tour manage for bands such as The Del Lords and The Smithereens. He also worked in the studio with The Smithereens, producing a number of B-sides and playing as a “guest” on other popular tracks. Hamilton has toured all over the world, behind the scenes or onstage, with a number of acts. A highlight was playing with members of Crazy Horse, backing Ian McNabb (Icicle Works) at Glastonbury Festival.
Full Circle
Fast forward to Hamilton - back in Southern California - reconnecting with Gerardi and LeBlanc. Informal jams coalesced into new and inspired songs, and The Matter was born. The present line up was locked in when Erikson replaced the original bassist. Erikson was in a number of bands in the Orange County area over the years and the personal and musical chemistry with the band was undeniable.
Both LeBlanc and Hamilton write and arrange for the band, crafting highly original songs built on an electric pastiche of 60s, 70s, and 80s influences. The band recently recorded basic tracks with legendary producer Ed Stasium (Ramones, Talking Heads, Living Color, Smithereens, etc...).
Making Their Mark Moving Forward
The Matter are grabbing the attention of audiences all over Southern California with their eclectic songwriting and mesmerizing performances.
For booking, contact Erikson at eriksond@icloud.com or Bruce Kilgour at bkilgour@charter.net.
You can find The Matter at Facebook.com/RockTheMatter or on Instagram @thematterca
The Matter feature the powerful guitar interplay of Michael Hamilton and Dennis LeBlanc, backed by the solid rhythm section of Erikson and Rick Gerardi. The songs range from the intricate and chiming Girl From the Sun to the sixties inspired power pop of Her First Rodeo to the surging and grinding sonic assault of Saw Love, a crowd favorite and often the set closer.
Solid Rock Credentials
The Matter have their genesis in the punk scene of the early 80s. Gerardi and LeBlanc were part of the So Cal punk scene in a band called The Factory whose single, Smile, has become a rare collectible by collectors from around the world. After The Factory disbanded, Hamilton joined the two in a band called The Cinematics. After two years, Hamilton departed and moved to New York City, where he signed on to do sound, provide guitar tech services, and tour manage for bands such as The Del Lords and The Smithereens. He also worked in the studio with The Smithereens, producing a number of B-sides and playing as a “guest” on other popular tracks. Hamilton has toured all over the world, behind the scenes or onstage, with a number of acts. A highlight was playing with members of Crazy Horse, backing Ian McNabb (Icicle Works) at Glastonbury Festival.
Full Circle
Fast forward to Hamilton - back in Southern California - reconnecting with Gerardi and LeBlanc. Informal jams coalesced into new and inspired songs, and The Matter was born. The present line up was locked in when Erikson replaced the original bassist. Erikson was in a number of bands in the Orange County area over the years and the personal and musical chemistry with the band was undeniable.
Both LeBlanc and Hamilton write and arrange for the band, crafting highly original songs built on an electric pastiche of 60s, 70s, and 80s influences. The band recently recorded basic tracks with legendary producer Ed Stasium (Ramones, Talking Heads, Living Color, Smithereens, etc...).
Making Their Mark Moving Forward
The Matter are grabbing the attention of audiences all over Southern California with their eclectic songwriting and mesmerizing performances.
For booking, contact Erikson at eriksond@icloud.com or Bruce Kilgour at bkilgour@charter.net.
You can find The Matter at Facebook.com/RockTheMatter or on Instagram @thematterca