New Release June 18, 2001 Real indie, real underground, real cool. Two guys traveling across the country, trying to make a buck, recording songs that they write on the road, in various hotel rooms after performing shows, on a mini-disk recorder. Two guitars, a harmonica, and a couple of voc's. It's raw, it's revealing, and it's late at night (early morning). It's Michael Knott and his musician/song-writer friend, Noah Riemer, pairing off equally in the writing, singing, and performing of nine incredible tunes. A must get for any lovers of Michael Knott, Tickle Penny Corner, Johnny Cash, Hank Williams Sr., Dylan, Lyle Lovett, and the rest of the bums. Order at michaelknott.com or mikeknott.com today or tonight or tomorrow. Only $8.00 through Michael's website.
"Sorry" on Radio U June 8, 2001 Calling all Mike Knott fans - now is your chance to show your support for Mike! The single "Sorry" from Mike's new album "Life of David" has been added to Radio U FM in Columbus, Ohio, which is arguably the most important Christian rock station ever. Please show your support for Mike by voting "Sorry" for one of Radio U's "Ten Most Wanted" songs. Cast your vote each day by going to radiou.com and hitting the "Ten Most Wanted" button and voting for "Sorry." You can vote once a day. You can also submit your request for "Sorry" by hitting the "Requests" button.
Write a Song with Mike Knott Contest May 5, 2001 Metro One and HM Magazine are hosting a contest for all songwriters/Knott fans to see who can write lyrics for the next Michael Knott song. Entries are being accepted between now and June 1st, so submit your lyrics today! Michael will choose the winner, and put the song to music and record! Send entries to KnottKontest@metro1music.com. Vist the metro1music website for additional details regarding the contest. Full contest rules available at hmmagazine
Website changes April 18, 2001 Michael Knott has personally taken the reins of www.michaelknott.com! Merchandise is once again available. Please order now!
Farewell Address / Gene Eugene Memorial Fund benefit April 18, 2001 As a farewell statement, I'd like to say that it has been gratifying to see this website draw Michael's fans together, and I hope that it will continue to grow and celebrate the music of Michael Knott for years to come. Please consider checking out my forthcoming acoustic rock project: Jeff Elbel and Ping's No Outlet. It will be available July 4, 2001, and all proceeds benefit the Gene Eugene Memorial Fund. No Outlet reuinites myself and Sam West of Stavesacre; we first became acquainted when we were the rhythm section for a Mike Knott show in December 2000! Visit the Ping website for more information. All Knott fans are also invited to the Jeff Elbel and Ping set on the Acoustic Stage at this summer's Cornerstone Festival. Our set is on Wednesday, July 4, 2001 at 2:00pm sharp! Hope to see you there. Feel free to contact me anytime at SunnyRoses@aol.com.
Watch for Michael Knott's Pennies for Stormie Laine on Marathon Records. God bless Michael Knott. grace, jeff elbel
Life of David release April 18, 2001 Life of David has been completed and is ready for release by Metro One Records. Copies are available at current Michael Knott concerts. Life of David will appear in stores in early May of 2001. Watch this page for info regarding availability of Life of David from michaelknott.com
Cush photos Feb. 06, 2001 See photos from Friday night's Cush show on the in the Photo Gallery page. Included is a photo of Michael Knott singing alongside Violet Burning's Michael J. Pritzl and the Prayer Chain's Tim Taber! Photos by Jeff Elbel.
Schizophrenia video artwork Jan. 24, 2001 Downloadable artwork for your Schizophrenia video sleeve is available in the Album Cover gallery, in the "Mike Knott solo" section. Design by Scott Will.
Goforth Jan. 24, 2001 Andrew Carter and Chuck Cummings, formerly of Aunt Bettys, have reunited in a power-pop/rock band called Goforth. The band is fronted by vocalist/guitarist Ryan Mead (a confessing Knott fan, particularly of Aunt Bettys), and anchored by bassist Jake Bergman. Goforth is currently demoing material with producer Michael Vail Blum in Sherman Oaks, CA. Last night, the band played a showcase at the Troubador in Hollywood, CA. Below are several photos from the band's set. These will only be available temporarily, and will eventually be cleared to make space for future Michael Knott content.
Catalog Jan. 9, 2001 Merchandise listings updated: One item to Moratorium, two new discount specials.
New Album! Jan. 2, 2001 Mike has completed an album for Metro One Records. This album combines elements of the earlier, unrealized Life of David project with elements of another solo project called Halo. Metro One will be distributing the album via Word; this has the potential of being Mike's biggest CCM exposure to date. This will be Mike's first Word-distributed album since Rocket and a Bomb. The album will be called Life of David. There is no longer a Halo album in the works. The album will include a multimedia track with a video for a new song called "Hospital." The track was recorded for the album and the video simultaneously. Mike brought in Chris Lizotte to assist with production duties on this project. An April 17, 2001 release is planned for the album. Details will be posted as they are made available by management.
Cornerstone 2001 Jan. 2, 2001 Michael Knott (with band) and Cush have both been confirmed for Cornerstone 2001. Knott will play Wednesday on the Encore Stage. Cush will play Saturday on the Encore stage.
Cush info Dec 29, 2000 Cush lyrics are now available in the Lyric database. Cush album art is now available in the Album Cover gallery. The debut Cush album, also referred to as The New Sound, is now available from the michaelknott.com Merchandise listings, via an affiliate link toCush is scheduled to begin recording a new album in March 2001 (info courtesy of Northern Records).
Michael Knott Radio Dec 28, 2000 Listen to Michael Knott Radio at Live365.com! Steve Patterson assembled the playlist, which covers all phases of Knott's catalog.
site updates Dec 20, 2000 The Merchandise listings have received a new tweak. Thanks a million for your orders, and please remember to pay for shipping to ensure prompt delivery. Original Shaded Pain-era posters are currently available at a sale price of $7.
International Credit Card Orders now accepted Nov 3, 2000michaelknott.com customers in the following countries may now pay by credit card: Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Denmark France Germany Hong Kong Ireland Israel Italy Japan Mexico Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Singapore South Africa South Korea Spain Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom 
Lake Forest, CA show Oct 5, 2000 Last Friday, September 29, 2000, Mike played a show at the Gypsy Den in Lake Forest, CA. Also on the bill were Starflyer 59 and the Lassie Foundation. Here is the set list for Mike's show: 01. Star Baby 02. Rock Stars on H 03. Kitty 04. Sugar Mama 05. Rock and Roll 06. Blame 07. Tattoo 08. Crash Cadillac 09. Super Girl 10. Skinny Bones Jones 11. Rocket and a Bomb Unfortunately, the band ran out of time before the eighth song! Performing with Mike were Jeff Elbel of Ping on bass, and Sam West of Stavesacre on drums.
Gene Eugene Memorial Tribute Aug 29, 2000 This info is included in the Concert Schedule, but it's worthy of News listing: Date: Sept. 2, 2000 Event: the Gene Eugene Tribute Concert Venue: Echoes of Faith Church Street Address: 11255 Central Ave City, State: Ontario, CA Admission: $15 at local stores Doors Open: 5:30pm Contact: Lisa Shugart Phone: 714-573-0245 E-mail: concert411@aol.com Website: www.transparent1.com Directions: Echoes of Faith is located at 1125 Central Ave. On the corner of Central Avenue and Phillips. Approximately 2 miles south of the 10 Fwy. and 1 mile north of the 60 Fwy. Schedule: 05:50 - 06:15 Starflyer 59 06:30 - 07:05 The Violet Burning 07:25 - 08:05 L.S.U. 08:10 - 08:25 Jeff Elbel & Ping 08:25 - 09:05 Undercover 09:05 - 09:25 Steve Hindalong 09:25 - 10:05 Altar Boys 10:10 - 10:25 Paul Valadez (of Adam Again) 10:30 - 11:25 The Prayer Chain 11:25 - 11:30 Tribute video Tickets available at: Berean Colton :1330 E. Washington Ave., Colton (909)824-7200 Berean Riverside :3396 Tyler Street, Riverside (909)688-1237 Berean Fullerton :1440 S. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton (714)680-9500 Transparent Productions and Echoes of Faith Church Present All proceeds go to the Gene Eugene Memorial Fund This concert will be recorded for a limited edition CD which can be pre-ordered at the show.
site updates Aug 29, 2000 Something funky happened over the weekend to the Merchandise listings. Pages have been repaired, and listings have been updated with a few new items.
site updates Aug 16, 2000 The CUSH manifesto is listed on the Articles page. New concert information is listed on the Concert Schedule page.the return of Dogfish Jones Aug 9, 2000 LSU's scarce Dogfish Jones release is back in stock at www.michaelknott.com! See Merchandise: Compact Discs.
Video Collection is here! (updated) Aug 9, 2000 Michael Knott - Schizophrenia 95 Minute Home Video packaging: spine and shell-top logo labels, gloss-black cardboard sleeve, shrink wrapped $15.00 plus postage Music videos: "Tattoo" "The Wino of the Red is Stained" "Hummingbird" "She Said" Live footage: L.S.U. (Cornerstone '91/'93 and more) Aunt Bettys (original and new band) Michael Knott with Gene Eugene Michael Knott solo Live songs in the video: Bye Bye Color Die Baby Die Plague of Flies Tether to Tassel, I'm Torn Shaded Pain The Bomb Hang Me High Rock Stars on H Rocket and a Bomb English Interpreter of English The Fold Christ Saves Kitty Addict Speedermode Mother Trucker Star Baby Double Miss Understanding, and more. Shipping: $2.75 for one item (see Merchandise page for info on combined orders). To order one video, send $17.75 to: Michael Knott attn: video 31441 Rancho Santa Margarita Parkway, Suite 101 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Web updates July 28, 2000 Album Cover Gallery (new releases) Lyric Pages (complete Idell Lovell lyrics) Merchandise: Compact Discs (new Marathon/Ear Pistol releases, M8 releases) Merchandise: Stickers (two new stickers) Audio (updated details on new releases) Concert Schedule (more to come, too) ... and I forget what else.
Strung Gurus set at the Viper Room July 20, 2000 Last night (Wednesday, July 21, 2000), Strung Gurus performed an invitation-only set for ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers) at the Viper Room in Hollywood. The band again included: Mike Knott - lead vocal Andy Carter - guitar, background vocal Andy Prickett - guitar, background vocal Sean (from Value Pac) - bass, background vocal Wayne Everett - drums The set included: Numb Sun-Eyed Girl Suicide By Cop Revolution Chelsea's Chasin' Dragons Star Baby My Ex-Fiance in D.C. Addict
Pre-order status July 14, '00 Many people have written regarding the status of their pre-orders. Here's the scoop: The discs shipped from the manufacturer in Nashville on Friday, June 30. They arrived first at Cornerstone in Bushnell, IL on Monday 7/3. I arrived at the festival on Tuesday, July 4. The discs arrived second in California on Friday 7/7 (while I was still in IL). I returned to California on Tuesday 7/11. All mail-order pre-orders were shipped within three days (by today, July 14). Some credit card orders placed through the Marathon Records site must still be shipped. These will be mailed no later than Monday, July 17.
Tour photos June 30, '00 Visit the Photo Gallery to see some recent photos of Mike on tour.
Radio interview transcription June 28, '00 Visit the Articles page to read a transcription of a radio interview with Mike from November, 1999. Thanks to Joe S. (travispicking@hotmail.com) for the submission.
Fluid examination June 21, '00 Visit the Articles page to read an examination of the Fluid album, written by Aaron Taylor.
Andrew Carter June 21, '00 Andrew Carter (Aunt Bettys, LSU, etc.) will be performing a free solo acoustic set at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, June 23, 2000. Andy will be playing in front of the AMC Theater at the Block in Orange County, CA. Exit will be playing sets before and after.
Pre-Orders June 20, '00 Michael Knott - "Live in Nash-Vegas" Michael Knott - "Things I've Done, Things to Come" Aunt Bettys - "Ford Supersonic" (2nd run, updated pkg.) Pre-order cost for each of these CDs is $11.75. Shipping is $2.25 first item. Add $1 for second item. Add $0.50 each additional item. Orders should be directed to: Marathon Records PO Box 1222 El Segundo, CA 90245-6222 See the Audio page for more info on these CDs, including secure credit card ordering via PayPal for US customers. International customers can visit the Marathon Records site for credit card orders.
Refuge Benefit CD June 19, '00 The Refuge Benefit CD featuring Michael Knott's unplugged "Kitty" and Strung Guru's "Sun Eyed Girl" is now available for order at Rebel Base Records. The CD includes 19 other bands. Among them are Fold Zandura, Slick Shoes, FIF, Dead Artist Syndrom, Blackhouse, Overcome, and more). All the profits go to the Refuge ministry.
New releases/New Theory on Pre-Orders June 5, '00 I learned my lesson with the Bomb Bay Babies pre-orders. Nearly 50 people pre-ordered the disc. The manufacturing was beset with deadline slips for one reason or another - art re-work, master disc sector errors, you name it. In the end, we learned some things, got it right, and now the disc is ready (all pre-orders have shipped). Anyhow, we'll never run a pre-order offer the same way again. We do intend to offer pre-ordering, because it helps to pay down the manufacturing debt. Different circumstances will prevail, though. Once the masters have been approved by the manufacturer, and everything is truly a "go," THEN we'll offer people the opportunity to pre-order the new discs at a discount price. We won't assume everything will be dandy, like last time. There are three new CD jobs in progress: Michael Knott - "Live in Nash-Vegas" Michael Knott - "Things I've Done, Things to Come" Aunt Bettys - "Ford Supersonic" (2nd run, updated pkg.) Artwork and masters for all three have been shipped to the manufacturer. Masters are awaiting approval.
Andrew Carter June 5, '00 Anyone who saw Strung Gurus play at the Dennis Danell family benefit show last month knows that Andrew Carter of the Aunt Bettys has returned to Orange County. Carter is also playing with a power-pop outfit called Goforth, who are hitting OC and LA county clubs looking for a record deal. The group has produced a three song demo with Carter in the line-up. The song titles are: Headchange Waste of Time Suzie
Bomb Bay Babies is here! June 1, '00 Bomb Bay Babies has arrived, and is ready for shipping to customers. Pre-orders will ship by the weekend. Cost for the CD is $13 + $2.25 ship = $15.25 total. Orders should be directed to: Marathon Records attn: BBBv1 PO Box 1222 El Segundo, CA 90245-6222 See the Audio page for more info on Bomb Bay Babies: Volume One.
Michael Knott: Things I've Done, Things to Come June 1, '00 Here are the differences between the "official" release of Mike's Things I've Done, Things to Come and the limited edition CD-R version that Mike sold at recent shows: The tour version contained 12 songs. The new version has 17. Three songs were removed from the tour version, and eight were added. removed: 01 Strung Gurus: "Miss Liberty" 02 Aunt Bettys: "Rocket and a Bomb" 03 Aunt Bettys: "Kitty" added: 01 Aunt Bettys: "Two Timin' Jack 02 LSU live : "Wino of the Red is Stained" (live) 03 Mike & Gene: "Donut Store Policeman" (live) 04 Mike & Gene: "Make Me Feel Good" (live) 05 Mike & Steve: "Never Forsaken" (live) 06 Bomb Bay Babies: "We've Got What You Need" from Volume One 07 Bomb Bay Babies: "Stuck in a Whirlwind" from Volume Two 08 Mike new wave: "No One Like You" The new version also has full art and packaging, complete with liner notes.
Bomb Bay Babies Shipping Update May 24, '00 Bomb Bay Babies has left the manufacturer today. It's travelling from Nashville, TN to Los Angeles, CA via UPS Ground. So, all those who have been waiting on their pre-orders, thanks for standing by. Your mailers are ready to be stuffed and shipped. Anyone else wanting to jump on the pre-order discount, this is "last call." $11.75 CD + $2.25 ship = $14 total. The price jumps to regular rate of $13 once the discs arrive in L.A. See the Audio page for more info on Bomb Bay Babies: Volume One and the pre-order special offer.
Bomb Bay Babies Manufacturing Update May 18, '00 As per my conversation with the manucturer today (5/18/00):
Tour CD update May 18, '00 I've received loads of mail requesting updates on these CDs:
Tour CDs to be released April 21, '00 Exciting news: Mike plans to release the two previously tour-only CDs as a joint venture between Blonde Vinyl Records, Ear Pistol Productions, and Marathon Records. Watch this space for details, as they emerge:
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Idell Lovell lyrics April 14, '00 Three of the songs from the Idell Lovell EP were transcribed by Lawrence Potter. See the Lyrics page.
Strung Gurus "Sun-Eyed Girl" April 11, '00 A free MP3 of the Strung Gurus song "Sun-Eyed Girl" is available at MP3.com. Here's the URL: http://mp3.com/michaelknott
Houghton set list April 10, '00 Thanks to Rachel Cook for sending the set list from Mike's Houghton show (4/7/00): 1. Burnin on Fire 2. This is the Healing 3. Shaded Pain 4. Bubbles 5. Jan the Weatherman 6. Kitty 7. John Barrymore Jr. 8. Rocket and a Bomb 9. Double 10. Grace 11. Star Baby 12. Popsicle Stick 13. Never Forsaken 14. Donut Store Policeman 15. Crash 16. Cool 17. Die Baby 18. Halo 19. Tatoo 20. Make Me Feel Good 21. Supergirl 22. Smile 23. Ricky Racer 24. Christine on Crystal
Bomb Bay Babies Volume I March 29, '00 There has been a printing snag, which puts a one-month delay in the expected release of Bomb Bay Babies' Volume I. Marathon Records expects to ship all pre-ordered copies of BBBvI prior to May 1, 2000. See the Feb. 15 News entry for further details on this release, and the pre-order special offer.
Late Spring '00 Tour March 21, '00 See the concert schedule page for dates on Mike's solo/acoustic tour for Mar./Apr. 2000. See the booking page for info on filling additional dates
The following is Dennis Danell's obituary, as written for E! Online by David Jenison:
Social Distortion Guitarist Dies at 38
Dennis Danell, founding guitarist of the seminal California punk band Social Distortion, died at his Newport Beach home Tuesday of a brain aneurysm. Danell is survived by his wife Christie, a three year old son and a 6-month-old daughter.
Danell started Social Distortion in 1979 with high school classmate Mike Ness, who together released such esteemed albums as Mommy's Little Monster (1982), Prison Bound (1985), Social Distortion (1990), and White Light, White Heat, White Trash (1996), to name a few. The band's last release, Live At the Roxy (1998), enjoyed a radio single with "Story of My Life," a song originally recorded on their certified gold self-titled album.
According to a statement from their record label, Mike Ness remarked, "I am saddened beyond any possible form of expression. Dennis and I have been friends since boyhood, starting Social Distortion while we were in high school. My deepest regrets to his family."
Social Distortion went on hiatus followi>
Recently, Danell was working on a new side band called the Strung Gurus with Michael Knott of the Orange County band the Aunt Bettys (formerly on Elektra). Danell produced, co-wrote, and played guitar for Strung Gurus, who worked all last year on their first full-length album. The Strung Gurus debut, to be the second release on Masterpiece Records, was near completion with an expected release date of late May.
In an interview for the Strung Gurus promotional bio, Danell had said, "I am very excited about Strung Gurus because the music is high energy and commercial, but it does not sound like Social Distortion. The new band allows me to stretch as a songwriter and producer by tackling a sound outside my comfort zone." Rough mixes of four Strung Gurus songs were already in limited circulation and had started a buzz among fans and local journalists impressed with Danell's versatility and songwriting abilities.
Danell's passions included cars, surfing, and producing bands. He was recognized by those around him as a down-to-earth friend and loving church-going family man. A private memorial for family and close friends will be held this weekend.
By David Jenison
Solo Show Set List March 2, 2000Thanks to Scott Newquist for sending the Wichita, KS set list: 1. Kitty Courtesy 2. Bad Check 3. Shaded Pain 4. Jan the Weatherman 5. Sugar Mama 6. Blame 7. This is the Healing 8. Rockstars on H 9. Rocket & a Bomb 10. Star Baby 11. Jesus 12. Never Forsaken 13. Grace 14. Crash 15. Supergirl 16. Double 17. Radio Man (a song he made up when he was 9 years old) 18. Doughnut Store Policeman 19. Halo 20. John Barrymore Jr. 21. I'm Torn 22. It's a Crazy Thing 23. Transistor Sister 24. Christine on Crystal 25. Sugar Mama (again) 26. Die Baby Die -Encore- 27. Bye Bye Colour 28. Popsicle Stick
Solo Show Set List February 26, 2000Thanks to Larry Ellis for sending the Louisville, KY set list: 01. Blame 02. This is the 03. Rocket and a Bomb 04. Grace 05. Kitty 06. Jan the Weatherman 07. John Barrymore, Jr. 08. Star Baby 09. Shaded Pain 10. Halo 11. Christine on Crystal 12. Sugar Mama 13. Rockstars on H 14. Popsicle Stick 15. Herb's Garage 16. Transistor Sister 17. Crash 18. Double 19. Bad Check 20. Die Baby Die encore 21. Never Forsaken
Solo Show Set List February 25, 2000Thanks to Alan Parish for sending the Franklin, TN (Jammin' Java) set list: 01 this is the healing 02 blame 03 rocket & a bomb 04 star baby 05 grace 06 feel (fragment) 07 kitty 08 rockstars on H 09 jesus 10 never forsaken 11 christine on crystal 12 sugar mama 13 jan the weatherman 14 popsickle stick 15 shaded pain 16 transister sister 17 john barrymore, jr 18 halo 19 die baby die encore: 20 make me feel good 21 crash (fragment) 22 double
Solo Show Set List February 21, 2000Thanks to Brian Galloway for sending the Clear Lake, TX set list: Star Baby Blame Kitty Jan the Weatherman John Barrymore, Jr. This is the Healing Double (Grace Shaker version) The Bomb Rocket & a Bomb (1994 Rocket & a Bomb version) Shaded Pain Grace Stub Your Toe (new) Bye Bye Colour Donut Store Policeman (new) Sugar Mama Rockstars on H (1995 Strip Cycle version) Christine on Crystal Crash Popsicle Stick
special pre-order offer: Bomb Bay Babies Volume I February 15, '00 Marathon Records will be handling mail order for Bomb Bay Babies Volume I. A late March 2000 release is planned. Regular price will be $13 plus postage ($2.25 first item, $1 second item, $0.50 each additional). Arrangements have been made to offer pre-orders for $11.75 plus postage. The pre-order total is $14 for one disc. This pre-order price is valid until the day the CDs arrive in the "warehouse." The day the discs are announced in-stock, the cost goes up to the regular price. Anyone interested in pre-ordering can do so via the address below. Checks and money orders should be made out to Marathon Records. Feel free to pass this info along to the public: Marathon Records Attn: BBBv1 PO Box 1222 El Segundo, CA 90245-6222 Track listing: Studio tracks: 01. Energy 02. Don't Say No 03. Do You 04. My Addiction 05. American Dream 06. Ya, Ya, Ya 07. Oh, Malina 08. Apocalypse Lips 09. We've Got What You Need Live tracks: 10. Johnny Wayne 11. Big Shot Record Man 12. She's a River 13. It's a Sham 14. Wakin' Up the Dead 15. My Baby 16. Screaming 17. Beauty Queen 18. Revival 19. Boom Boom Lounge
Bomb Bay Babies Volume I February 04, '00 The Bomb Bay Babies Volume I collection to Be Released in March The wait is finally over. The first of two Bomb Bay Babies collections is set to be released in mid- to late-March as a joint release by Blonde Vinyl/Ear Pistol/Marathon Records (Ear Pistol is Knott's new company name for the self-releases). For those who havent heard, the Bomb Bay Babies was a glammy-punk rock band Knott led in the general market for about three years before starting Blonde Vinyl Records. The sound mixes N.Y. Dolls, L.S.U., and even early Adam Ant for some of the best songs from Knott's career. At the time, Knott actually secured a publishing deal with Windswept Pacific (who also have the Spice Girls, ironically), and the bands songs have appeared in places like the TV show JAG and in the film "The Deep End of the Ocean." The Bomb Bay Babies Volume I will feature nine studio tracks, including a cover of "Do You Wanna Dance," and then just as many live tracks. Included in the live tracks is the original version of "Wakin Up the Dead," which was a BBB song picked up by LSU. Volume II will follow later in the year. Watch for both to be available on the website and at Knotts shows.
Cush February 04, '00 Michael Knott fronts new band CUSH with members of Prayer Chain! Prayer Chain members Andy Prickett, Eric Capuzano, and Wayne Everett have formed a new band called Cush and have asked Michael Knott to lead the way on vocals. The new foursome have been in the recording studio since December and are currently finishing up their debut album likely to be released by May 2000. The music reflects co-songwriting on the part of all members for an ethereal new sound reminiscent of U2-meets-the Cocteau Twins. Michael Knott will be performing select shows with the band and promoting the new album - including a Cush performance at Cornerstone 2000!
Spring '00 Tour January 28, '00 See the concert schedule page for dates on Mike's solo/acoustic tour for Feb./Mar. 2000. See the booking page for info on filling additional dates
Album Covers, Lyrics January 08, '00 Check the Album Cover Gallery for newly scanned images. Check the Lyric Directory for newly transcribed lyrics. Thanks to Rix White for the submissions.
Bomb Bay Babies artwork December 04, '99 See the album cover gallery to see concept artwork from the never- released Bomb Bay Babies album. These drawings are over ten years old!
Catalog additions December 04, '99New items are listed on the Merchandise pages.
LSU acoustic album December 01, '99 Mike is nearing completion of his vocal and acoustic guitar tracks for the acoustic LSU album, being recorded at Matt Wignall's Jackson Rubio studio facility. Members of Havalina Rail Co. have been enlisted to fill out the arrangements.
Spring '00 Tour November 23, '99 See the booking page for info on Mike's solo/acoustic tour for Feb./Mar. 2000.
Site Updates October 29, '99Additions have been made to the Lyrics archive. Gaps remain in the listings. Submissions and corrections are appreciated. Watch for additions to the Merchandise pages this weekend.
Solo Show Set List October 12, '99Thanks to Brian Bortree for sending the Columbia, South Carolina set list: 01. THIS IS THE HEALING 02. BLAME 03. SHADED PAIN 04. ROCKSTARS ON H 05. ROCKET AND A BOMB 06. JAN THE WEATHERMAN 07. JOHN BARRYMORE, JR 08. KITTY COURTESY 09. NOT YOUR CUSSWORD / THE BOMB 10. STAR BABY 11. CHRIST SAVES 12. BYE BYE COLOR 13. G.G.G. 14. SUPERGIRL 15. TRANSISTOR SISTER 16. BAD CHECK 17. BUBBLES 18. CHRISTINE ON CRYSTAL 19. HALO 20. IT'S A CRAZY THING 21. ENGLISH INTERPRETER OF ENGLISH -- (encore) 22. TETHER TO TASSLE 23. SKINNY BONES JONES 24. FEEL / ROCK AND ROLL / JESUS 25. DOUBLE
Solo Show Set List October 7, '99Thanks to Ken Humphlett for sending the Gainesville, Florida set list: 01 Grace 02 This is the Healing 03 Bye Bye Color 04 Jan The Weatherman 05 Kitty Courtesy 06 John Barrymore, Jr. 07 Christine on Crystal 08 English Interpreter of English / Grape Prophet Medley 09 Supergirl 10 Seashell Sally 11 Blame 12 Rock Stars on Heroin 13 G.G.G. 14 Popsicle Stick 15 Double 16 Christ Saves 17 Shaded Pain 18 Star Baby 19 Never Forsaken 20 Transistor Sister -- (encore) 21 The Bomb 22 Rocket and a Bomb
Solo Show Set List September 27, '99This is the set list from Mike's show on Saturday, September 25, 1999 at New Wine Christian Center in Santa Clarita, California: 01 Bye Bye Colour 02 Christ Saves 03 Jan the Weatherman 04 Kitty Courtesy 05 John Barrymore, Jr. 06 Christine on Crystal 07 Shaded Pain 08 Rock Stars on H 09 Die Baby Die 10 Never Forsaken 11 Halo 12 English Interpreter of English 13 Double Mike had six new paintings on display during the show: two "Eve" paintings three so-called "Halo People" paintings one painting from the "Angel" series
New Articles September 26, '99New reviews and interviews are available on the Articles page.
Catalog Update - New Prices September 24, '99Catalog sales have been very slow lately. Recently, some of the titles listed in the catalog were found to be available elsewhere for less than what the Official Mike Knott Web Page was offering. We put two and two together, and adjusted the pricing on several items. Apologies and genuine thanks are extended to those who may have bought items at a higher price via the web page. Where the Knott Page prices match those of a competitor, our lower shipping costs generally beat the competition. Check the Merchandise pages for details.
Solo tour September 24, '99All venue and ticketing information currently available for Mike's solo tour is listed on the Concert Calendar page. Venue information for the Atlanta show is now included.
Motor Queen lyrics September 17, '99The lyrics for "Motor Queen" have been added to the Ford Supersonic lyrics page.
New Domain for Official Mike Knott Web Page September 2, '99The Official Mike Knott Web Page will be moving this fall. www.michaelknott.com has been reserved, and currently has a "coming soon" announcement installed. No date has been set, but an Oct./Nov. '99 switch is anticipated. www.mikeknott.com is currently owned by another individual who shares "our" Mike's name, but we're trying to work with him in order to acquire that domain as well.
Audio clips August 17, '99See the Ford Supersonic page for links to individual song clips.Thanks to AltXCD, a pioneering store in the on-line customizable CD business, we are offering a Real Audio sampler of the entire Ford Supersonic album. The clips take random 30 second samples of 15 songs. To listen, choose this link:
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re-issues of This is the Healing, Poplife 17 August, '99Millenium 8 Records has re-issued L.S.U.'s This is the Healing and the Lifesavers' Poplife album on compact disc, with bonus tracks. The CDs are available via the Official Mike Knott Home Page's Merchandise catalog. This is the Healing includes three bonus tracks:
Solo show August 17, '99As listed on the Concert Calendar page, Knott is performing a free, acoustic show in Valencia, CA on Sept. 25. He will make an in-store appearance the day of the show. Watch the Concert Calendar for store and venue details.
RIM v.beta discounted 17 August, '99All remaining copies of the Ricochet Internet Magazine promotional CD sampler v.beta have been discounted to six dollars, postage included. The sampler inlcudes "Miss Understanding" from Mike Knott's 1998 four-song, industry-only "solo artist" demo. The song was later released on the KMG Records' Michael Knott/LSU: The Definitive Collection. v.beta contains many tracks which remain exclusive to the compilation. The CD is available via the Official Mike Knott Home Page's Merchandise catalog. RIM v.beta track listing: 01 - Every Day Life "Time to Change" 02 - Battered Fish "Sometimes" 03 - Fuzzy Matthews "I'm Gone" 04 - Farewell to Juliet "Holiday on Ice" 05 - Kevin Clay "Coffee with Caffeine" 06 - Adam "Written on the Body" 07 - Moby (performing as Voodoo Child) "Dog Heaven" 08 - evanescence "Understanding" 09 - The Huntingtons "Dokken Roll" 10 - Michael Knott "Miss Understanding" 11 - Jeff Elbel "Miracle Rain" 12 - Simple Mary's Diary "Magnetic Baby" 13 - Bon Voyage "Be What I Need" 14 - Britannika "How We Shipwrecked Our Lives" 15 - Sunny Day Roses "You Know What to Do" 16 - Vigilantes of Love "Rising, Although Slow"
Video Collection 3 August, '99Mike's manager reports that both TOMfest sets were shot with two film cameras. Footage will appear on the forthcoming LSU/Knott live video collection. A November release date has been tentatively set. The collection will also include footage from:
TOMfest solo/Bettys sets 2 August, '99The following info was relayed by Mike's manager, following the TOMfest sets. Acoustic show (4:30 p.m. Saturday; 30 minutes): Knott appeared dressed entirely in black, with scary clown makeup on his face and arms. The set list included: Torn The Fold Bye Bye Colour Die Baby Die Herb's Garage Double Christ Saves Kitty Halo Chameleon (this one was a brand new song) Aunt Bettys set (8:45 p.m. Saturday): Knott was joined by Aunt Bettys drummer Chuck Cummings and three members of Value Pac. The set list included: Jesus Mother Trucker Star Baby Rocket and a Bomb Speedermode Addict Getting Normal Christine on Crystal Two Timin' Jack Rock Stars on H ... plus perhaps a couple of other songs. Knott omitted the swear-word rideout at the end of "Rocket and a Bomb," but apparently the crowd took care of it for him.
Back On-Line/TOMfest July 27, '99After almost a month with no access to our server, the Official Mike Knott Home Page is now live and back on line! As listed on the Concert Calendar page, Knott is performing at TOMfest this weekend.
Strung Gurus June 25, '99Mike is currently in the studio with Social Distortion guitarist Dennis Danell working on new material for their Strung Gurus project. The pair's first six song demo stressed mellow acoustic material. According to Knott's management, the pair are adding some more guitar to the previous tracks in addition to recording some new material that rocks a little bit harder. No release info is currently available.
LSU Acoustic June 25, '99The acoustic LSU project featuring songs voted by Knott fans is still on the way, but has been put on the back burner while Mike concentrates on the Strung Gurus material.
Bomb Bay Babies song on television May 29, '99The previously unreleased Bomb Bay Babies track, "American Dream," is featured in an episode of Jag. The episode has reportedly run twice. The publishing rights to the Bomb Bay Babies songs are administered by Windswept Pacific. Windswept only owns the rights to this one project of Mike's. Rondor Music International controls the publishing rights to Mike's more recent output (Aunt Bettys and on).
New articles May 29, '99Check the Articles page for some recent reviews and feature articles.
Michael Knott music in film May 29, '99Several songs from the Strip Cycle album are featured in the film Boogie Boy, which has recently been released to video.
Michael Knott & Blonde Vinyl CDs/Cassettes May 27, '99See the Merchandise page for information on some new titles which have become available. Note that some other catalog items have been re-priced.
Loss of dial-up access to Official Knott Home Page May 27, '99As of May 30, 1999, I will not have dial-up access to BadgerNet. This means that I won't be able to update the web page. This is a temporary situation. In the meantime, the site will still function; I just won't be able to add news or concert dates until my dial-up access is restored by other means. BadgerNet has been very kind to us, allowing us free dial-up access since these pages' inception. Due to a 450% fee increase by MCI, BadgerNet has been forced to cancel dial-up access altogether. From now on, the web pages are going to cost money out-of-pocket. Regardless, I hope to be up and running again shortly. Note that the catalog is current as of today, and all items should remain in stock through August '99.
LSU acoustic album - voting results May 16, '99Of 69 individual songs submitted, 17 received four or more votes. These have been submitted to Mike for the acoustic album. Due to studio expense and time constraints, a few may be dropped from the final program. Mike's manager expects a fourteen track project in the end. 1 This is the Healing (11 2 Radio Satan (8 3 Bye Bye Colour (7 4 Kill Will (7 5 Shaded Pain (7 6 GGG (6 7 Freedom (5 8 The Bomb (5 9 There's a Time (5 10 English Interpreter ... (5 11 Pound of Flesh (5 12 Double (4 13 Hated Souls (4 14 Ocean Blue (4 15 Rocket and a Bomb (4 16 The Shell (4 17 Crash (4
Bomb Bay Babies song in film May 2, '99The previously unreleased Bomb Bay Babies track, "Energy," is used in the movie At the Deep End of the Ocean. The movie features Whoopi Goldberg and Michelle Pfeiffer. Another BBB song (title currently unconfirmed) was placed in an episode of daytime television soap opera Days of Our Lives. The publishing rights to the Bomb Bay Babies songs are owned by Windswept Pacific. Windswept only owns the rights to this one project of Mike's. Rondor Music International controls the publishing rights to Mike's more recent output (Aunt Bettys and on).
LSU acoustic album - fan input requested! - updated March 16, '99Mike is planning a 1999 fan club release, in the spirit of the 1998 release of Ford Supersonic. This time, the plan is to record acoustic versions of past songs, leaning toward the LSU material. Since this is a "fan appreciation" project, Mike is soliciting input for the tracks to include. Knott fans are requested to send a list of the three songs they would most like to hear included on the project to froop@aol.com. On April 30th, the votes will be tallied and the track listing for this project will be announced. Multiple entries will be ignored. Please be sure to include your name with your entry; Mike plans to list all contributors in the liner notes under his thank-you column!
Wither Wing lyrics March 16, '99Version 1.1 of the lyric transcription for the Browbeats Wither Wing is now available on the Lyrics page. Corrections and additional transcriptions are welcomed via e-mail, as always.
Michael Knott e-mail list February 13, '99Those of you who haven't signed up for the Michael Knott e-mail discussion list are missing tons of great info on Mike. Check this Discussion List link for more info. This news page will continue to be updated as often as news arrives and time permits. However, much info is also spread as it happens on the discussion list.
Lion Communications re-issues January 24, '99This isn't exactly shocking news, after waiting this long, but Michael's manager reports that Lion Communications is experiencing financial difficulties. The erstwhile label's problems are apparently serious enough that their proposed re-issues of The Grape Prophet and Screaming Brittle Siren will not be happening.
Life of David December 29, '98News from the man himself... Mike says to expect a year 2000 release of the long-rumored Metro One Records project, Life of David. No other details are available at present. However, we know we have this one to anticipate!
Michael Knott/LSU - The Definitive Collection December 28, '98 updated entryMike's manager has revealed plans by KMG Records to issue an album compiling some of Knott's best material. Tracks have been selected from LSU, Lifesavers, and solo albums. Also included will be two songs from Mike's current mainstream industry demo. The currently planned track listing is as follows:
Blonde Vinyl-era Knott CDs December 12, '98The Mike Knott Web Page has been given permission to sell a few boxes of Mike's CDs (and a handful of cassettes), mostly from the Blonde Vinyl days. Marathon Records will be handling the orders. See the Merchandise page for more information.
Mike Knott interview December 10, '98A new interview with Mike is availble at the HM magazine web site. NOTE: The following link will take you away from the Mike Knott web site, so use your browser's "Back" button if you wish to return here. Click HERE to link to the HM interview. Thanks to Nathan Pullar for the info.
Rare Aunt Bettys merchandise (updated) December 10, '98 updated entryThe T-shirts are sold out. A couple dozen singles remain. Apparently, these are the last known copies anywhere. Thanks to Bettys drummer Chuck Cummings for offering these items here on the Mike Knott web page. The extremely scarce vinyl singles include "Skinny Bones Jones" as the A-side, and "Rock and Roll" as the B-side. These singles were originally released prior to the Elektra Records album on the Los Angeles-based che orrore! indie label. They come in a paper sleeve within a cardstock picture sleeve, both enclosed in a clear cover. The vinyl itself is purple. The front cover artwork is similar to the post-Elektra "Skinny Bones Jones" CD single, in black and white. Price will be $15, including postage. To order, send $15 to: Marathon Records attn: SBJ single PO Box 1222 El Segundo, CA 90245-6222
Newest Demo Tracks November 3, '98The latest songs that Mike has demoed, that we know of, are:
Mike Knott interview October 23, '98A new interview with Mike, conducted by Keith Giles, is availble at the Phantom Tollbooth web site. NOTE: The following link will take you away from the Mike Knott web site, so use your browser's "Back" button if you wish to return here. Click HERE to link to the Phantom Tollbooth interview.
Minor website update Sept. 23, '98
LSU Shows? September 16, '98According to Mike's manager, David Jenison, Mike is planning to play some LSU shows in support of Dogfish Jones. These shows would most likely be performed with his current solo-project band, including: Andy Prickett (ex-Prayer Chain) - lead guitar Eric Campuzano (ex-Prayer Chain) - bass Robert Mayer - keyboards Ed "Giles" Benrock (LSU veteran) - drums No LSU dates have yet been scheduled, and there are no present plans to book a tour. At this point, it isn't known whether Knott has actually rehearsed LSU material with this group, or whether this is still in the planning stage.
LSU "Dogfish Jones" artwork contest September 1, '98Platinum Entertainment is offering five chances to win a print of the original artwork from the LSU album, Dogfish Jones. To enter, mail a postcard with your name, address, and phone number to: Platinum Christian Distribution c/o LSU 5020 Chase St. Downers Grove, IL 60515 Entries must be received by December 31, 1998. The prize drawing will be held on January 8, 1999. There will be no multiple prizes awarded.
Rare Aunt Bettys merchandise September 1, '98Aunt Bettys drummer Chuck Cummings has turned over a crate of authentic Aunt Bettys t-shirts and vinyl singles to the Official Mike Knott Home Page. As soon as these items can be inventoried, they will be offered for sale via Marathon Records mail-order. Proceeds from these sales will be returned to Mike Knott in order to pay off the outstanding debt on the t-shirt production. The shirts come in various sizes and colors, and have the front cover from the Elektra Records album on the chest. Price will be $15, including postage. The extremely rare vinyl singles include "Skinny Bones Jones" as the A-side, and "Rock and Roll" as the B-side. These singles were originally released prior to the Elektra Records album on the Los Angeles-based che orrore! indie label. They come in a paper sleeve within a cardstock picture sleeve, both enclosed in a clear cover. The vinyl itself is purple. The front cover artwork is similar to the post-Elektra "Skinny Bones Jones" CD single, in black and white. Price will be $15, including postage.
Website updates September 1, '98
Browbeats/Dogfish Jones review August 31, '98A new review of the LSU album, Dogfish Jones, and the Browbeats album, Witherwing, is availble at the True Tunes web site. The article was written by Jeffrey K. NOTE: The following link will take you away from the Mike Knott web site, so use your browser's "Back" button if you wish to return here when you're finished with the True Tunes story. Click HERE to link to the True Tunes review.
Steve Hindalong's "Skinny" CD August 1, '98Mike Knott sings background vocals on the song "Winnipesaukee," from Choir drummer/lyricist Steve Hindalong's solo album, Skinny. Skinny was released in July '98 by Cadence Communications. Hindalong has been LSU's live drummer in times past. He was featured as the voice of the title character on The Grape Prophet, as well.
Website updates July 19, '98
LSU Dogfish Jones availability July 19, '98Many Knott fans have written wondering when, or if, LSU's Dogfish Jones would be available in their area, or whether they could order the album on-line from the Official Mike Knott Web Page. Dogfish Jones debuted on July 1, 1998 at the Cornerstone Festival in Bushnell, IL, where it had been shipped directly by the manufacturer. Bookstore and music store sales require that the album work through the typical channels provided by Platinum Entertainment's distributor, Spring Arbor. It may take some weeks for Dogfish Jones to work through the system. Although many stores are reporting that Dogfish Jones is out of print (due to information provided by their Spring Arbor databases), this is not true. Regarding mail-order availability: Flying Tart Records/Platinum Entertainment has been contacted on behalf of the Official Mike Knott Web Page regarding direct sales. As soon as I hear back from Platinum on this issue, an announcement will be made in this column.
Website updates July 19, '98There have been a few minor updates to the website this week:
Dogfish Jones released July 7, '98Platinum Entertainment has released LSU's Dogfish Jones album in conjunction with Light Records. The CD made its debut at the 1998 Cornerstone Festival in Bushnell, Illinois, on July 1.
RIM v.beta released July 7, '98The Ricochet Internet Magazine promotional CD sampler entitled v.beta is now available. The sampler inlcudes "Miss Understanding" from Mike Knott's current four-song, industry-only demo. The song is available nowhere else, and Mike will not be releasing the other demo tracks to fans. Those interested in ordering v.beta (cost is $7, including shipping) can contact me via e-mail. v.beta also includes two artists whom Mike has produced on past full-length projects, namely Every Day Life and Kevin Clay. Further, Jason Martin of Starflyer 59 performs on the compilation as part of Bon Voyage. Martin also sings one song on Knott's forthcoming Brow Beats project, which will be released on KMG Records. RIM v.beta track listing: 01 - Every Day Life "Time to Change" 02 - Battered Fish "Sometimes" 03 - Fuzzy Matthews "I'm Gone" 04 - Farewell to Juliet "Holiday on Ice" 05 - Kevin Clay "Coffee with Caffeine" 06 - Adam "Written on the Body" 07 - Moby (performing as Voodoo Child) "Dog Heaven" 08 - evanescence "Understanding" 09 - The Huntingtons "Dokken Roll" 10 - Michael Knott "Miss Understanding" 11 - Jeff Elbel "Miracle Rain" 12 - Simple Mary's Diary "Magnetic Baby" 13 - Bon Voyage "Be What I Need" 14 - Britannika "How We Shipwrecked Our Lives" 15 - Sunny Day Roses "You Know What to Do" 16 - Vigilantes of Love "Rising, Although Slow"
RIM v.beta June 4, '98Ricochet Internet Magazine is preparing a promotional CD sampler entitled v.beta for summer release. The CD will be available via the RIM web page, and also at festivals such as the Cornerstone Festival. The sampler will include "Miss Understanding" from Mike Knott's current four-song industry demo, which he is shopping in the effort to garner a solo recording contract.
Dogfish Jones release info June 1, '98Knott manager David Jenison reports that Platinum Entertainment has scheduled a release date of June 23, '98 for LSU's Dogfish Jones album. The album will release under Platinum's Flying Tart imprint. Keep your fingers crossed!
Mike Knott interview June 1, '98A new interview with Mike, conducted by Todd Brown, is availble at the True Tunes web site. NOTE: The following link will take you away from the Mike Knott web site, so use your browser's "Back" button if you wish to return here. Click HERE to link to the True Tunes interview.
Album release info May 27, '98After last night's performance at the Opium Den in Hollywood, Mike said that he has been told both Brow Beats and LSU's Dogfish Jones will be released in time for the Cornerstone Festival (week of July 4). Keep your fingers crossed! The first single from Brow Beats will be "Stoner Girl." This song includes the Aunt Bettys as the backing band; Mike used studio tracks from an unfinished Bettys song by the same name. Tedd Cookerly of Every Day Life does lead vocal, and gets a co-writing credit for lyrics.
Ford Supersonic lyrics May 27, '98Version 1.1 of the lyric transcription for the Aunt Bettys' Ford Supersonic is now available on the Lyrics page. Corrections and additional transcriptions are welcomed via e-mail, as always.
Opium Den show May 26, '98Mike's third solo showcase was held on May 26, '98 at the Opium Den in Hollywood. Industry reps from labels such as Jersey, Risk, and Interscope attended, in addition to several fans. The band line-up has not changed. It is: Mike Knott - lead vocal, electric guitar Andy Prickett - lead guitar, background vocal Eric Campuzano - bass Robert Mayer - Fender Rhodes keyboard, organ, background vocal Ed "Giles" Benrock - drums, background vocal The set included: Miss Understanding Movie Star Sugar Mama (with new bridge, and Prayer Chain-ish solo by Prickett) Good-byes Mr. Down (new song) Local Supply (re-worked again, now with jungle drum beat in verses) Transistor Sister (with new end jam) There is talk of adding the song "Rocket and a Bomb" to the set.
Ford Supersonic IN STOCK April 28, '98The remainder of the Aunt Bettys' Ford Supersonic CDs arrived today via UPS. All pre-orders will be shipped by tomorrow, Wednesday, April 29th.
Michael Knott concert April 28, '98See info on the May 26 Michael Knott show on the Concert Schedule page.
Ford Supersonic NOW AVAILABLE April 25, '98I just arrived back from GMA Week in Nashville, TN. While in Nashville, I picked up fifty copies of Aunt Bettys' Ford Supersonic from the manufacturer (CRT Custom Products). These fifty units are being packaged this weekend, and will ship to the first fifty people who pre-ordered on Monday, April 27 (if not Sunday April 26). The bulk of the order from CRT should arrive via UPS during this week. The remaining pre-orders are ready to go; envelopes are already addressed with postage included.
Chuck Cummings update March 25, '98Aunt Bettys alumnus Chuck Cummings has been playing drums for Orange County punk-pop band Value Pac. He will also be playing drums with Silage. Chuck currently works as A&R rep for Sub-Lime Records.
Ford Supersonic liner notes March 25, '98Liner notes are now available for view on the Ford Supersonic page.
Dogfish Jones, Siren, Grape Prophet, Life of David, Brow Beats March 23, '98Visitors to this website send e-mail daily asking about one or all of these forthcoming releases. The purpose of this News note is to assure all my fellow Knott fans that this News column is updated every time I learn any Knott-related information. So far, I've posted info the same day in which it was heard. There are currently no updates on the release status of:
Aunt Bettys "Ford Supersonic" Bad News/Good News March 23, '98The Bad News: We have lost one track from the Ford Supersonic line-up. Source material for The Way that it Goes was vastly inferior to the other tracks. The Good News: Knott's management gave us permission to add three tracks!
Aunt Bettys Demo CD March 11, '98As artwork prepares to ship out for film and printing this week, Mike Knott has chosen a name for the CD of Aunt Bettys studio demo tracks: Ford Supersonic. In response to those who have been asking, the following is ordering info from Marathon Records: Pre-orders are now being accepted; the CDs will ship out on April 15, 1998. Cost is $15 (US funds only, please), which includes postage and handling for orders within the U.S.A. and Canada. International orders are $17 postage paid. To order by cashier check, personal check, or money order, please direct funds (payable to Marathon Records) to: attn: Ford Supersonic Marathon Records PO Box 1222 El Segundo, CA 90245-6222 Credit card ordering is available from the Marathon Records web site. Track listing will be posted a.s.a.p.
Mike Knott band March 4, '98 Mike's second "official" post-Aunt Bettys solo project show was held on March 4, '98 at the Viper Room in Hollywood. The show attracted a large crowd, including many of the industry reps invited from labels such as Atlantic, Interscope, and significant smaller labels. Jerry Harrison of Talking Heads, Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine, and the bass player of Live were also seen in attendance. They were there to see bands following Knott, but they heard Knott nonetheless. The band again included: Mike Knott - lead vocal, electric guitar Andy Prickett - lead guitar, background vocal Eric Campuzano - bass Robert Meyer - Fender Rhodes keyboard, organ, background vocal Ed "Giles" Benrock - drums, background vocal The set included: Miss Understanding (from Mike's current industry demo) Sugar Mama (from the Strip Cycle album) Movie Star (from current demo; a re-worked post-Elektra Aunt Bettys tune) Good-byes (from Mike's current industry demo) Halo (from Mike's current industry demo) Local Supply (a re-worked post-Elektra Aunt Bettys tune) Transistor Sister (from the Strip Cycle album) ... and an "unidentified" new song
