The Charms
The Charms are an American garage rock band from Somerville, Massachusetts, United States, who were formed in 2002. Following 8 straight years of releasing records and touring the band went on a hiatus and returned for a few one off shows before releasing the "Deep End Of The Dial" EP in 2015.They have performed on and off the last several years. The first single called "Gimme Your Love" recorded by Scott Riebling (Letters To Cleo) was well received. The most recent lineup consisted of Ellie Vee, Joe Wizda, Kat Kina, Mark Nigro, and Jason Sloan. The band teamed with local Boston based management company Twisted Rico Management (Steev Riccardo) and formed Red Car Records in 2003.
The Charms | |
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| Origin | Somerville, Massachusetts, United States |
| Genres | Garage rock, rock |
| Years active | 2002–2015 |
| Labels | Red Car Records |
| Members | Ellie Vee Joe Wizda Kat Kina (farfisa organ) Jason Sloan |
| Past members | Stu Yaffe (bass) Pete Stone (bass) Dennis Burke (drums) Chris Farrell (bass) Ethan Jon Kreitzer (organ) Prince Frederick (drums) Jason Meeker (drums) Mark Nigro (Bass) |
| Website | Official website |
In September 2015, the band released the single "B.O.S.T.O.N", also recorded and mixed by Scott Riebling. Due to having children and other obligations, the band has been on a long break since but have not ruled out reuniting at some point.
Discography
Albums
| Year | Title | Label |
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| 2015 | Deep End Of The Dial (EP) | Red Car Records |
| 2007 | Heroes and Villains (EP) | Red Car Records |
| 2007 | Strange Magic | Wicked Cool Records, licensed for reissue by Red Car Records |
| 2006 | Easy Trouble DVD | Red Car Records |
| 2005 | Pussycat | Red Car Records |
| 2004 | So Pretty (EP) | Primary Voltage, licensed for reissue by Red Car Records |
| 2003 | Charmed, I'm Sure | Red Car Records |
Other releases
- 2004 Christmas with the Kranks soundtrack Hollywood Records
- 2011 The Scandalous Years compilation Twisted Rico Recordings
References
- Mason, Stewart. "Reviews: Pussycat - The Charms". Allmusic. Retrieved 2011-04-24.
- Luerssen, John D. "Reviews: So Pretty - The Charms". Allmusic. Retrieved 2011-04-24.
- Mason, Stewart. "Reviews: Charmed, I'm Sure - The Charms". Allmusic. Retrieved 2011-04-24.
- Greene, Jo-Ann. "Reviews: Strange Magic - The Charms". Allmusic. Retrieved 2011-04-24.
- Milano, Brett (December 29, 2005). "Unlucky Charms; Garage-rockers bounce back after tour debacle". Boston Herald. Retrieved 2011-04-24.(subscription required)
- "The Charms take aim at false idols". Worcester Telegram & Gazette. March 18, 2007. Retrieved 2011-04-24.(subscription required)
- Morse, Steve (March 11, 2007). "Charms documentary offers rock and woes". Boston Globe. Retrieved 2011-04-24.(subscription required)
- Blagg, Christopher (January 26, 2004). "Retro-rock revival hath its Charms". Boston Herald. Retrieved 2011-04-24.(subscription required)
- "Billboard". Nielsen Business Media, Inc. November 18, 2006. p. 14 – via Google Books.