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The SpaceMonk Story reads like fantastic fiction but is amazingly true.
With a sound as unique as his self-designed logo, SpaceMonk employs the rare art of fusing well-crafted melodies with clever, poignant & moving lyrics to define a fresh sound that both intrigues and hooks the listener immediately. And they always come back for more!
As an accomplished vocalist, keyboardist, guitarist, bassist and producer, the last 3 decades have found SpaceMonk creating, arranging and performing sounds & music for humans worldwide including, but not limited to:
Dr. Albert Einstein Jr. Ph.D., the former President & Vice President of the United States, the Prime Minister of Israel, Fred Waring, GNP Crescendo Records, Skip E. Lowe, Red Buttons, Elena DaVinci, Frank Stallone, Rich Little, Elaine Boozler, Irish Poet Laureate Paddy McLaughlin, Neil Norman & his Cosmic Orchestra, John Walsh, Johnny English, Ray Greene’s feature film, “SCHLOCK: The Secret History of American Movies” & Brazilian superstar XUXA. To mention but a few…
But why take our word for it:
“…ah yes, SpaceMonk, the musical genius…”
-Dr. Albert Einstein Jr. Ph.D.
“With eyes closed I would swear that this [SpaceMonk’s latest CD, ‘Millennium Of Peace’] is a lost John Lennon basement tape produced by Phil Spector. References that are very close to my heart...arrangements are great…material is well crafted...overall I love the soul of this…”
-Moses Avalon, Producer, Author
“...he can play anything and I think he smokes Elton John on the keyboard...He is by far the most multi-talented musician I have ever worked with…”
-John Quinn, Quinn/Lamb Media
“SpaceMonk + Crew are probably the most versatile group of performers you will ever hear and see. I thoroughly enjoy their music and their shows. Their music gives me relief that melody and harmony still matter in modern day music.”
-Larry Paschall, Musical Director/Reno Jones
“I can’t even begin to explain how good this music makes me feel. He’s like all The Beatles rolled into one and then some. He’s one of those artists that never disappoints. The music “business” has been waiting for something like this for a while now and I can’t wait to see SpaceMonk take off. This is the kind of music that can, and I believe will change the world.”
-John Walsh/President-Johnny English Music
His spoken word has been heard in numerous voice over spots and SpaceMonk is recently featured in the latest documentary series “Veritas, Volume 3: Face Control” which premiered at the 2003 Silverlake film festival and airs on PBS.
In this ever changing world and tumultuous global climate, SpaceMonk continues to discover new avenues for the ongoing dispensation of SpaceMonk Music throughout the world via live performance & recorded mediums including Compact Disc distribution, internet download, & transmissions of multimedia audio & visual images.
SpaceMonk is currently promoting his latest CD, “Millennium Of Peace” with a series of live performances here and abroad. Catchy melodies and engaging arrangements support clever & poignant lyrics. This pop/rock adventure brings to mind the likes of The Beatles, Queen, Kansas, Peter Gabriel, Robbie Williams and Elton John, yet commands it’s own unique sonic territory.
SpaceMonk is the voice of compassion & encouragement. If you enjoy a powerful voice and deep emotions, may I suggest the music of SpaceMonk.
Song Reviews:
"Major Awesome" - Really creative song. Reminds of David Bowie ('space oddity') in a good way. ‘Major Awesome' is highly intelligent, soulful. Very good instrumentation/harmonies/vocals keeps the music in yr face. Bravo!
Gilby Rondor - Record Producer, Song Writer
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“Earthquake” - Love the verse melody ....Interesting and cool guitar work during chorus...some notes in the bridge that are really nice...
Sylvia Cross - Music / Film, Song Writer
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“Imperial Jade” - I really like his voice. He reminds me of Spandau Ballet and the lead singer from ELP! Not to mention Paul McCartney. The feel of this song is as suited for Broadway as it is for Radio.
Shannan Cleigh - Studio Musician, Record Producer, Engineer, Song Writer
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LUSH! Nice concept! Fun to listen to. Really enjoy the production! Rock On Major Awesome!!!
John Weir - Live Performer, Song Writer
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Wow! Good stuff. Original, unique, interesting, funny, thought provoking, tongue in cheek, yet sincere. Did I mention I liked it? Yes, I did! The production and arrangement were first rate, the vocalist had a style that was his own and that's very rare these days. I liked the hidden tributes to Yes's Roundabout, Bowie's Space Oddity and maybe even a bit of Tenacious D. Good work. I'll be checking your stuff out. I usually don't sign these things, but man that was good. Highest rating I've ever given by far.
Sven Owens - Studio Musician, Music / Film, Song Writer
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Great arrangement, lyrics, intro and outro. Excellent vocals, great tonality. Cool production. Nice job.
Robbie Thomas - Live Performer, Song Writer
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"Millennium Of Peace"- Cool integration of several genres (rock/pop/psychedelic) - Efficient enough that I wanted to hear it again - Great layering
Hunter Mitsgus - Live Performer
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This is good...sounds like a George Harrison production...
Clive Martin - Record Producer, Publisher
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Where were YOU the day the music came back to life?
SpaceMonk Sananda – Strange visitor from another county(;~}
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GROUPOLOGY:
Big John & The Electric Angels (Ken Boaz, Frank Bua & Dave McClellan)
James Rudi Band (Ernesto Valencia, Sergio & Neto Sahagun, Stanley ?)
Fred Waring
Pawn (Steve Goebel, Lynn Sterrenberg, Steve "TANK" Kelley)
Walrus Gum Boot (Mike Antinora, TANK)
Something Extra (Pete & Janelle Gamber, DJ Alverson, Brian Chapman, Steve Kuhn, TANK, Paul MacDonald)
Lyle Brand
HEADLINE (Greg Doyle, Lynn Sterrenberg)
Tracy Brandt (Tiana)
Katie McBay (Steve Campos, Scott Foster)
Tryad (Stephen Goebel, TANK)
Pat Rusich
Al Green
Sandii Castleberry
The Turbos (Tim Shultz, Darryl Vidal, Robbie Clements, Irwin Vidal)
The Unshaven (The Boid, Robbie Clements, Kevin Walsh)
Month Of Sundays (aka Hyperactive) (Reggie Chavez, Elaine Donaldson, Brian Chapman, Kelly Gordein)
Ron Rhoades
Tony Melendez
Two For The Show (Tim Slaven)
Phoenix (Tim Slaven & TANK)
Watt Four (Kenny Tune, Gary Morris, Eddie Dominguez)
Intrigue (Julie Maskal)
Martha Reyes
Mike Shannon
Midsummer Madness (Don Covel, Dana Green)
Johnny English & The Peacemakers (Larry Paschall, Julie Maskal & Teri Engle, TANK, Marcus Dawson)
The Boid
SNAFU (Annie Bertucci & Tim Charland)
FIRED/Bad Influence (Jeff Barkan, Mike Bridges, Larry Paschall)
Sound F/X (Jon Elafonte & Lisa Ritner-Macleod)
Kenny & The Tunes (Kenny Tune, Tracey Longstreth & Adrian Tapia)
Celebration (Don Covel & Walter Weber)
I.M.U.R. (Kenny Tune, TANK)
John Cullen
Cathleen Evans
Ray Greene
Shannan Rene Parks
Neil Norman & His Cosmic Orchestra
Paddy McLaughlin
Darlene Marie
A Class Act
The Ultimate Few (Shannan Rene Parks, Kenny Tune & TANK)
Wayne Foster Productions
MGP (Kelly Fortune Gordein, Greg Morgan, Gary Bruno)
SPACEMONK + CREW (TANK, Kevin Lamb, Julie Paschall, Teri Engle & Kenny Tune)
Kathryn Grimm
Kelly "FORTUNE" Gordein
Greg Morgan
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