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Bob Shorten
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Darling Martians
NEWS
The Darling Martians are still writing/recording several songs a week. If you want to help out with collaboration, or wish to have The Darling Martians help you, let me know at bshorten@networld.com
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The Darling Martians are just that: Darling little green things from Mars. We don't have fingers. How am I typing this, you ask? I have special Martian technology called "IBM ViaVoice". I'll bet you didn't know that it was Martian technology, did you?
The Darling Martians are fronted by Bob. We are a virtual group, combining vocalists and instrumentalists from across the Martian planet to play a variety of music.
The Darling Martians are fronted by Bob. We are a virtual group, combining vocalists and instrumentalists from across the Martian planet to play a variety of music.
Why this name?
In the early 1990's, I thought 'Beany Hammersmith & The Darling Martians' would be a good group name...And, many years later, it was.
Do you play live?
We play live every night right behind the Mars rover. It doesn't see us, as we look just like the Martian landscape.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
The Internet and mp3s make independent music more accessible. And, although marketing obviously plays a big part in what is popular, one can find good music online that is not attached to any high prices nor corporate giants. Also, musical collaboration across thousands of miles becomes easier than getting a bandmate down the street to help one put together a new song. That's just what the Darling Martians are all about, I guess.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
I think most everyone would like the recognition that their music is good, and having a deal with a record label would, at least, give some sense of that affirmation. The idea of possibly getting some money out of music that I create is also a dream of mine, so, 'Yes.'
Band History:
The Darling Martians were put together by a Swedish chef named Sven. Once we escaped from the pot, with Sven chasing us, we decided to form a rock band.
Since we are virtual, getting talent from across Mars, let me know if you would like to be a part of the Darling Martians, contributing vocally or instrumentally. We have several musicians who are thousands of miles away, in Tennessee, Virginia, Utah, etc.
Since we are virtual, getting talent from across Mars, let me know if you would like to be a part of the Darling Martians, contributing vocally or instrumentally. We have several musicians who are thousands of miles away, in Tennessee, Virginia, Utah, etc.
Your influences?
We have an unfortunate variety of musical influences from Randy Newman and The Stray Cats to Greenday and The Beatles, and from Depeche Mode to Pearl Jam. One day soon, I will settle myself on listing only the quirky bands I like, but for now, listen to the eclectic mix of music.
Favorite spot?
My favorite place is always where I am, as long as I am with my family. Aaaah.
Equipment used:
Samick Electric Bass Guitar
Roland V-Drums
JB Player Electric Guitar
Yamaha Acoustic Guitar
Takamine Acoustic Guitar (Tony)
Yamaha Recorder
A mandolin made by Luthier Extraordinaire, Rick Shorten
A voice made by my parents and God.
Kawai K-1 Synthesizer.
Quartz Studio 32 for recording.
Roland V-Drums
JB Player Electric Guitar
Yamaha Acoustic Guitar
Takamine Acoustic Guitar (Tony)
Yamaha Recorder
A mandolin made by Luthier Extraordinaire, Rick Shorten
A voice made by my parents and God.
Kawai K-1 Synthesizer.
Quartz Studio 32 for recording.
Anything else...?
Listen and let me know what you think at b.shorten@comcast.net.