The Motion Epic
Austin, Texas, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2018 | INDIE
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Don’t let The Human League inspired cover photo for the single fool you, the track is no retro pastiche. It’s more a reimagining and reworking of 80s sounds, a time of montage scenes and first dances at the prom.
Think Madonna and Mr. Mister collaborating on a song for a John Hughes ‘coming of age’ film, not only do you encapsulate much of the 80s, you also capture the purity, drive and energy of the song.
DiMeo says he wants to bring that positive tone, enthusiasm and fun back of the 1980s back in to people’s lives – he views the era as being one of optimism, be in it music, fashion or politics. He’s certainly got the music part of it down to a tee with Bad Behavior. - Analog Trash
Discography
Midnight (LP) - 2018
Cool Kids (Single) - 2019
Strangle Love (Single) - 2019
West Coast Dreams (LP) - 2019
Boardwalk Arcadia (LP) - 2021
Deep In The Heart of America (LP) - 2022
Saturday Night Motel Music (LP) - 2023
High Rollers (LP) - 2024
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The Motion Epic is a synth-pop trio with a heartland rock twist that transports listeners to another place and time. Guided by Pat DiMeo's powerhouse vocals and Aaron "Mister the Kid" Henry's electrifying guitar, with Nick "Kalimocho" Colbert on keys and drums, they deliver a sound that's both nostalgically familiar and undeniably fresh. The band was formed by DiMeo in 2018 with the help of long time collaborator Andreas Koliakoudakis (who still co-produces and mixes their records to this day) with Colbert and Henry joining ranks soon after; all of them fueled by a shared love of the 80's - when synthesizers and infectious melodies ruled the charts. With five critically acclaimed albums under their belt – "Midnight," "West Coast Dreams," "Boardwalk Arcadia," "Deep in the Heart of America," and "Saturday Night Motel Music" – they've amassed a loyal fanbase, racking up over 2 million streams on Spotify. Their music transcends genre, drawing inspiration from legendary artists like Phil Collins and Bruce Springsteen, while infusing it with their own signature flair. The Motion Epic achieved the bulk of their success before ever even setting foot on stage. Their studio recordings alone create such a powerful connection with their fans that their very first performance was a capacity crowd in the famed Arlene's Grocery in New York City. The band seems to always leave fans wanting more, and in turn they release new material at a prolific rate, solidifying The Motion Epic as a leading force in the modern retro-pop movement.
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