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Modest Mouse

Band formed in 1993 in Issaquah, WA

Modest Mouse's Genre:

Indie Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Alternative Pop/Rock, Noise Pop, Emo, Lo-Fi

Biography

Modest Mouse were one of the most surprising commercial success stories of the new millennium -- while their music was by turns taut and elliptical, and the lyrics sometimes cryptic and introspective, the band broke through to the mainstream audience with the platinum-selling Good News for People Who Love Bad News, and they became genuine rock stars at a time when their musical peers remained cult figures. Modest Mouse was founded in 1993 by guitarist and vocalist Isaac Brock, bassist Eric Judy, and drummer Jeremiah Green. Brock, who had a nomadic childhood, was only 18 and living in a shed next to his mother's trailer home when Modest Mouse began working together, with the shed becoming the new band's rehearsal space and base of operations. In 1994, Modest Mouse booked time at Calvin Johnson's Dub Narcotic Studio in Olympia, Washington to cut their first record, and Johnson released their debut 7", "Blue Cadet-3, Do You Connect?," on his K Records label. Modest Mouse soon began work on an album, but the project was abandoned and the material went unreleased until 2001, when it appeared on a collection called Sad Sappy Sucker.

After releasing a handful of singles, Modest Mouse went into the studio with Johnson as producer to record an EP, The Fruit That Ate Itself, but by the time it was released, the group had already moved on to another Northwest-based indie label, Up Records. 1996's This Is a Long Drive for Someone with Nothing to Think About, produced in collaboration with Steve Wold (who would find fame a few years later as grizzled blues hobo Seasick Steve), was Modest Mouse's first proper album, and received enthusiastic reviews in the independent music press. In 1997, Modest Mouse returned with The Lonesome Crowded West, which earned more positive press and was a considerable sales success by indie label standards, supported by extensive touring. As Modest Mouse's following grew, they were courted by major-label scouts, and they eventually signed with Epic Records, who released The Moon & Antarctica in 2000. A collection of demos and session outtakes, Everywhere and His Nasty Parlour Tricks, was issued in 2001, and Brock released an album with his side project Ugly Casanova in 2002. In 2003, it was announced that drummer Green had left Modest Mouse; Benjamin Weikel of the Helio Sequence became the group's new percussionist (he also doubled on keyboards), and Dann Gallucci, who had been a guest guitarist on the sessions for Sad Sappy Sucker and The Lonesome Crowded West, became an official member of the band.

The new lineup recorded 2004's Good News for People Who Love Bad News, which proved to be Modest Mouse's commercial breakthrough, rising to the top of the album charts, spawning the hit singles "Float On" and "Ocean Breathes Salty," and selling over a million copies as the band began headlining arenas. By the end of 2004, Green returned to Modest Mouse, and in 2006, after Gallucci left the group, the band recruited Johnny Marr, legendary guitarist with the Smiths, to take his place for the recording of their next album. Marr not only appeared on 2007's We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank, he became a full member of Modest Mouse and toured with the group in support of the album, which debuted at number one on the Billboard album charts. In 2005, Brock had launched his own record label, Glacial Pace Records, saying the name reflected his own slow working habits; while Modest Mouse continued to play live shows, work on their next album progressed very gradually, and in 2009 they issued a collection of outtakes and non-LP single sides, No One's First, And You're Next, as a stopgap. A tour was launched in support, but as Marr had joined the Cribs, Jim Fairchild (who had worked with Grandaddy and All Smiles) became the group's new guitarist, and when Modest Mouse played a round of shows in 2012, the group debuted a new lineup with the addition of second percussionist Joe Plummer. While Eric Judy was still an official member of the band, for some 2012 dates he was replaced by multi-instrumentalist Tom Peloso, who had been touring with the group as a sideman since 2004. ~ Mark Deming

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Indie 500

After much debate and consideration, Your Slacker curators have come up with the top 500 indie songs of all time. Slacker’s Indie 500 is actually a showcase of the greatest songs from many different sub-genres, all unified by a common spirit and ethos. Call it College Rock, Post-Punk, Pre-Emo, Indie Rock, Twee Pop, Indietronica, Riot Grrl; call it whatever you like. Just know that all the songs on this station were created with the same independent spirit. Hear indie hits spanning from the late 70's up until now.

Coachella 2013

The 14th Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival will be held over two consecutive weekends in Indio, CA- the first on April 12-14 and the second on April 19-21. The 2013 line-up includes headlining performances from The Stone Roses, Blur, Phoenix, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Coachella 2013 also features some historic reunions, featuring performances by Blur, Jurassic 5, and The Postal Service. Hear all of this year's Coachella artists in one place- on the Coachella 2013 station on Slacker Radio!

Silversun Pickups Showcase

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SVP & Russillo Music Show

SVP & Russillo play the music they love and it’s all right here. You’ll hear music from the show while Scott Van Pelt and Ryen Russillo take you inside the studio and share how the show decides what makes the cut. Plus… Dan “The Duke” Davis raps, visits from “The Pulse of the Nation” and other moments from the show.

The Silent Comedy Showcase

This is The Silent Comedy Artist Showcase station on Slacker. Tune in to hear a station built entirely by the band including music hand-picked by Joshua, Jeremiah, Justin and Chad as well as commentary by each about the songs that influenced their music and life.

Alternative Workout

Even Alternative people like to work up a sweat. With this in mind, Alternative Workout serves up a continuous barrage of high energy tunes from the complete Alternative spectrum. We've got grunge, punk, and all decades of Alt-rock covered. Let's do this already.

The White Buffalo Showcase

This is The White Buffalo Showcase station on Slacker Radio. Tune in to hear a station built entirely by The White Buffalo including music that he hand-picked as well as commentary about the songs that influenced his music and his life.

'00s Alternative

The '00s were a time of great change for Alternative music. The authenticity of Grunge gave way to the anger of Nu-Metal. Bands like Blink-182, Incubus, and 311 found themselves as the elder statesmen of the genre, and we were introduced to new bands like The Killers, Death Cab For Cutie, and the White Stripes. And let's not forget our brief fling with all things Emo- via bands like My Chemical Romance and Fall Out Boy. You'll hear it all on Slacker's 00's Alternative station.

Royal Teeth Showcase

This is the Royal Teeth Artist Showcase station on Slacker Radio. Tune in to hear a station built entirely by the band including music that is hand-picked by Joshua, Gary, Nora, Josh, Stevie, and Andrew as well as commentary about the songs that influenced their music and lives.

No Drama

Introducing No Drama Radio, brought to you by Cars.com. They've taken the Drama out of car shopping, now we’re taking the drama out of your music by bringing you a station full of mellow, feel good, happy-go-lucky tracks. Brought to you by Cars.com. ALL DRIVE. No Drama.

AFI Showcase

This is Radio AFI. Tune in to hear a station built entirely by the band members of AFI including music hand-picked by Davey, Adam, Jade and Hunter as well as commentary by each about the songs that influenced their music and their lives.

Great Songs You Forgot

We went through the Slacker library and found great songs that made their mark on the world, but have faded away in time. Great Songs You Forgot on Slacker Radio includes forgotten gems from Radiohead, Kanye West, Mariah Carey, Rod Stewart and many more.

Long Weekend Soundtrack

Welcome to your Long Weekend Soundtrack! Two-day weekends are for suckers, so Slacker is teaming with Orbitz to help you get the most out of your time off. Wherever you go, this music will give you that vacation vibe—from the Chili Peppers to Daft Punk and beyond. And, since Orbitz is the official travel site of the long weekend, this is your official Long Weekend Soundtrack.

Jimmy Eat World Showcase

This is the Jimmy Eat World Artist Showcase station. Tune in to hear a station built entirely by the band members of Jimmy Eat World including music hand-picked by Jim, Zach, Rick and Tom as well as commentary by each about the songs that influenced their music and their lives. Jimmy Eat World’s sixth studio album "Invented" is available in stores and digitally now. The album marks the reunion of the band and producer Mark Trombino who served as producer on the band’s two biggest selling albums "Clarity" and "Bleed American."

Bombay Bicycle Club Showcase

This is The Bombay Bicycle Club Artist Showcase on Slacker Radio. Tune in to hear a station built entirely by Bombay Bicycle Club including music hand-picked by Ed, Jamie, Jack and Suren as well as commentary about the songs that influenced their music and their lives.

Alternative Hits

Alternative Hits on Slacker Radio plays the biggest songs in Alternative Music. From the top of the charts to the songs on the rise, you'll hear the hits, old and new, from Green Day, The Killers, Red Hot Chili Peppers and many more.

Adult Alternative

Adult Alternative on Slacker has all the good stuff without the angst-ridden teens and their complicated haircuts. You’ll hear cutting-edge artists like Gotye, The Lumineers, and The Head & The Heart as well as established artists like Dave Matthews, Arcade Fire, U2, R.E.M., the Black Keys, and Talking Heads. If you’ve graduated from keg stands to craft beer, this is the soundtrack to your next party.

Alternative

Alternative on Slacker plays the latest music from today's hottest Alternative and Indie artists. You'll hear music from today's Alt. leaders as well as Indie artists that are breaking new ground and redefining the genre.

'00s Hits

Hits of the 2000s on Slacker brings the best hits that the decade has to offer from 2000 right up to today!

The Current

The Current brings you the best authentic new music alongside the music that inspired it, from unique to universal, indie to influential, new to nostalgic. Broadcasting from the musical hotbed that is Minnesota, listen to The Current and you’ll see why we say, “Great Music Lives Here.” Find playlist, interviews and more at thecurrent.org.

Indie Rockero

Indie Rockero on Slacker is the most complete source for cutting edge music from all over Latin America and Spain. You'll hear indie stars Ely Guerra, Kinky, and División Minúscula alongside emerging artists like Pegasvs and Madame Récamier. You'll hear songs in english and en espanol- all unified by a common indie ethos. Indie Rockero is the only station of its kind, and it's only on Slacker.

Metropolitan Mood

Metropolitan Mood music on Slacker Radio is the provocative soundtrack to seduction and love. It’s not so much about the lyrics, as it is the sound and tempo of this mood music. It’s the sound of a big-city love affair. Featuring exotic electronica, downtempo beats and retro-futuristic sounds from the likes of Morcheeba, Portishead, and Massive Attack. Let Metropolitan Mood Music on Slacker Radio provide the uninterrupted soundtrack to a night of uninterrupted passion. Recommended for lovers of Chill and Alt-Chill on Slacker Radio.

Indie

Indie on Slacker Radio is actually a showcase of many different genres, all unified by a common spirit and ethos. Call it College Rock, Post-Punk, Pre-Emo, Indie Rock, Twee Pop, Riot Grrl; call it whatever you like. Just know that all the music on the Indie station is created with the same independent spirit. Hear indie music spanning from the late 70's up until now.

Alternative Chill

Alternative Chill on Slacker Radio is the ultimate "Easy Listening for Hipsters." The station is a hybrid of Electronic Chill artists, singer/songwriters and Indie rock songs that dip into the ethereal. You can expect to hear Jeff Buckley, Thievery Corporation, Radiohead, Sigur Ros, Nada Surf, Massive Attack, Air, Nick Drake, Portishead, Everything But the Girl and even some surprises like Billie Holiday or Pink Floyd! It's the perfect station to kick back and unwind, so, open a bottle of wine, light some candles and relax.

Modest Mouse

This station plays the best music from and music from related artists like The Black Keys, Death Cab For Cutie, MGMT, The White Stripes, The Strokes, The Killers, The Shins, Radiohead, Arcade Fire, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and more.

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Modest Mouse's Selected Discography (25)

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