Marshmellow Overcoat On PBS/WPSU
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The show features the new MMOC song "Castles They Live In," released as a single on all digital platforms. "The Local Groove Presents" program also features several songs from the "Ghost In The Doorway" and "Jumping Sharks" albums performed live. Watch online (including bonus videos) at PBS/WPSU's site: video.wpsu.org |
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Marshmellow Overcoat has unleashed Ghost In The Doorway, the band’s latest album. Ghost In The Doorway is MMOC’s seventh studio album, and second recorded with the current lineup of Tyler Calkins, Dave Verbocy, Alan Hancock and Anthony Cavallaro. Recorded at GCR Audio in Buffalo with engineer Brad Lauchert, the album is the band’s strongest yet. Available on all streaming/downloading platforms.
The album is the culmination of a long journey of writing and performing. Thirteen years ago Tyler Calkins and Dave Verbocy started Marshmellow Overcoat with the intent of playing “Classic Rock for Today” - Songs written in the vein of old classics but with a modern edge and twist. In the years since, the band has evolved from trying to sound like its heroes to crafting its own sound.........more |
Upcoming Shows
Tyler Calkins (Vocals, Piano, Guitar, Harmonica), Dave Verbocy (Vocals, Guitar, Bass), Alan Hancock (Lead Guitar), Anthony Cavallaro (Drums)
Complete Ghost In The Doorway Documentary featuring an interview and the album release show...more
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Jumping Sharks sessions took place between December of 2018 and May of 2019 at GCR Audio and Mammoth Recording Studio, both located near downtown Buffalo, NY. We’d been sitting on most of the new songs for some time, and it helped to have the opportunity to rehearse everything at our home studio (That ‘70s Show) before spending time at GCR and Mammoth.
Brad, Mike and Justin(From GCR & Mammoth) were all fantastic to work with. They made these recordings sound fresher than my usual 1968-ish approach. But we still retained that throwback Classic Rock feel. As much as I wanted the songs to play as a thought-out album, we also wanted them to each stand out on their own. I remember mentioning I wouldn’t be opposed to somehow making the album play on constant shuffle, somewhat like a choose your own adventure novel. But as we finished up the final sessions a running order began to take shape, as well as an overall theme. The title Jumping Sharks is a nod to us getting a bit older and perhaps we’re 'Jumping The Shark' on some little things. Embracing it and allowing the music to go where it’s going in the future are key elements. As much as we love Classic Rock and stuff our parents enjoy, there’s a chance this will be the last of our albums to have that old-time feel.....more -Tyler |
About MMOC
'Classic Rock For Today'
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In 2008, singer and songwriter Tyler Calkins set out to create a sound reflecting the songwriting techniques of the sixties and seventies, while also utilizing modern and contemporary rock aspects. He joined forces with best friend Dave Verbocy and two two released Marshmellow Overcoat's first album in 2009. Eventually the duo added Anthony Cavallaro and Alan Hancock and the group was up and running.
With over a decade of performing together and several albums released, MMOC recently broke through with the critically acclaimed Jumping Sharks. The group is focused on completing its next record in the studio, but at live performances you can be asured the band will be playing many of your favorite '60s, '70s and '90s hits. *MMOC's music and professional equipment fits almost any occasion from the most intimate events to the largest stages. Tyler is also available for solo acoustic guitar and piano gigs - Click CONTACT for booking information. |
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MMOC Live Picks Series
Every few years we release a "Live Picks" album. The albums are all recorded and edited by Tyler Calkins. Some of the albums feature live tracks throughout an entire summer where other volumes are from one specific show. Click a cover to go to our BandCamp/Live Page.
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For booking, contact Tyler Calkins:
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