Model One

2006-06-25T17:10:00.000-07:00

we meant to spend the day soundproofing our practice space, ended up playing with james' camera

another day

?????

2006-06-25T08:41:00.000-07:00

Just thought this was kind of funny. If anyone knows what language this is, let us know!

end of an era

2006-06-13T22:37:00.000-07:00

so tonight was our last time ever at the house we've practiced and recorded in for the past three years. we're all very sad about it, we loved that place. in memory of 514 7th St:

Let's Go Go Go White Sox!

2006-05-23T19:00:00.000-07:00

So what does Model One do when they need to unwind from a hard schedule of practicing and playing? They cheer on their favorite baseball team - The Chicago White Sox.

It was a great matchup versus the A's. Featuring ex-white sox, Big Frank, who hit 2 home runs. All is well that ends well. The Sox pull out a 10th inning win. It was a fun night and a fun win.

Make sure that you pay special attention to Andrew's awesome rally cap. It is hard and plastic!

2006-05-15T17:04:00.000-07:00

Our Trip to Kentucky and Back

so we went to lexington last friday then played a chicago show saturday. here are those pictures:

mao power activating

it was raining and we were tired leaving so early

sweetness of sleep is not better than the sweetness of chic-fil-a

we always pass this castle in kentucky. there's supposedly a tragic story as to why it was built/why it remains unfinished. we feel the greater tragedy is that is was built and is still there.

soundcheck/set-up at The Dame

james hasn't learned that just because he makes a face doesn't mean we won't post it. if anything, we're much more likely to put it on as many websites as possible.

more hanging around, waiting to start

that wraps up the KY pictures. none of us were in much shape to be using stan's fancy camera that night or following day. which brings us to the elbo room:

no doubt you've gathered that these shows were special. part of that was because of secret weapon Mao. the more obvious secret weapon, much better friend, and much better timekeeper was justin. he is a tambourine and keyboardist extraordinaire and was kind enough to play with us in lexington and chicago.

The Power Of Mao

2006-05-08T09:11:00.000-07:00

You may notice something different about the band at our next shows. Something you can't put your finger on, something special. Well, I am going to let you in on a little secret. The something different is "The power of Mao". On a recent visit to China, Stan picked up a set of watches that carry a power previously unknown to the rock world. Upon wearing the watch, a person will receive the understanding of the "revolutionary potential of the peasantry" which every one knows is crucial to pop/rock music! Model One now yields this power! Make sure you come out a see the new power for your self. Make sure not to look at the watch too long or you will become repressed by the waving hand of communism.

pictures coming soon!

Practice Day!

2006-04-07T16:07:00.000-07:00

So this is my (andrew's) first ever blog entry. I guess we have this space to we can be silly and do stuff that's not only news and shows related. I thought I'd give you guys a mostly-picture diary of my day on the way to Model One practice.

I started the day with an unusual but awesome pop playlist.

"Boys & Girls" by Blur
"Debaser" by The Pixies
"DARE" by Gorilaz
"Just What I Needed" by The Cars
"Good Vibrations" by The Beach Boys
"Since U Been Gone" by Kelly Clarkson
"Say It Ain't So" by Weezer
"Life On Mars" by David Bowie
"Queen Bitch" by David Bowie
"Buggin'" by the Flaming Lips
"Do You Realize" by the Flaming Lips
"Psycho Killer" by Talking Heads
"Toxic" by Ms Spears
"Wouldn't It Be Nice" by The Beach Boys

Then I listened to something newer, Jens Lekman's "Oh You're So Silent Jens", and something older, Orchestral Maneuvers In The Dark's "Dazzle Ships". Both are recommended.

On to pictures.

me leaving house, 9am

some people don't like having their picture taken on the train, 9:45am

south loop, near school, 10:15

emailing James to meet me at chipotle.
i forgot my phone at home and had never arranged when to meet him (James drives us to practice; it's far away.)

where i walked trying to find James cus he never replied to my email, 12:00-45pm

the reason James never got my email, no internet!

i found james at his apartment, then loaded my gear into his car

james gearing up for the trip

then we went to wicker park to talk to the people at the double door

james and i in the double door's basement

then we went to reckless records

then we put up posters

then i went to the bank

then i saw this tree growing out of a bridge

then the batteries in my camera died. james and i had lunch, then drove to practice. i slept the whole way.

new batteries! practice!

troy 'n myspace

i wore this hole walkin', trying to find james earlier

where we practice

on our way home

THANKS!!

2006-04-05T18:56:00.000-07:00

We would like to thank all of you for helping us sell out of our first pressing of the first E.P. in the 4 E.P. collection. Thats the one with the artic dot cover. Thank you for all of your love and support. If you don't have a copy of the E.P. yet, don't worry. We have more on the way which will be available online or you can always purchase a copy at iTunes, Yahoo Music or Napster. Troy, Andrew, Stan and James

CRAZY STORY

2006-04-02T19:48:00.000-07:00

If you have seen the new Model One promo shots you would know the work of Dustin Waller. You can see one to the left here. He is a great photographer and a friend to the band.
Anyhow, Dustin was going on vacation with a couple of friends to Siesta Keys, Florida a couple weeks ago. He took the bus from Rockford to O'Hare Airport and everything was off to a great start.
There was a guy coming out of the airport that was just pissed off. Apparently he was having a fight with his girlfriend or something (I don't have ALL of the details, Dustin if you read this you can correct everything) He gets into his car pulls out and hits another guy with his car! This guy is stuck on his hood and the he is going to continue driving. So, our hero, Dustin runs up to the car and taps on the drivers window trying to tell him to stop. They crazy guy opens the door, grabs poor Dustin by the throat, and punches Dustin in the face like three times.
The guy starts running and gets tackled by a couple other people. Apparently, the freak knows karate or some kind of martial art. The blow crushed dusting cheek and pretty much knocked him out. Dustin got surgery on Wednesday and is doing great. He may not have feeling in is right cheek but it was that or he could possibly lose his vision. I think he choose correctly, I am sure you would agree.
Dustin seems to be doing good but obviously these things can be complicated. Our thoughts are with Dustin and we are looking forward to getting him back out to take shots of the band and going to shows soon. If you want to drop him a note you can send it to us at modelone@modelonemusic.com and we will make sure he gets it. stan

Welcome to the new Model One Blog!

2006-03-31T10:43:00.000-08:00

Welcome to our blog. It is a new thing to us so be kind.