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| name = Ghost |
| name = Ghost Of The Robot |
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| genre = [[Rock Music|Rock]], [[Alternative Rock]] |
| genre = [[Rock Music|Rock]], [[Alternative Rock]] |
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| years_active = 2002-2004, 2010-Present |
| years_active = 2002-2004, 2010-Present |
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| label = Robot Records, [http://www.facebook.com/EyeLAshoutEntertainment EyeLAshout] |
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| associated_acts = [[James Marsters]] (solo), [[Fictionist]], Power Animal, [[Demi Lovato]] |
| associated_acts = [[James Marsters]] (solo), Frendship, [[Fictionist]], Power Animal, [[Demi Lovato]] |
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| website = [http://www.facebook.com/ghostoftherobot Official Facebook Page] |
| website = [http://www.facebook.com/ghostoftherobot Official Facebook Page] |
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| current_members = Charlie De Mars<br>[[James Marsters]]<br>Jordan Latham<br>Kevin McPherson<br>Sullivan Marsters |
| current_members = Charlie De Mars<br>[[James Marsters]]<br>Jordan Latham<br>Kevin McPherson<br>Sullivan Marsters |
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'''Ghost of the Robot''' is a rock band, based in Southern California. It gained a following mainly due to its lead singer, actor [[James Marsters]]. Influences include, [[Weezer]], [[Jimmy Eat World]], [[Ben Folds]], [[The Beatles]], [[Muse (band)|Muse]], [[Radiohead]], [[Bob Dylan]] and [[Rolling Stones]], among others. |
'''Ghost of the Robot''' is a rock band, based in Southern California. It gained a following mainly due to its lead singer, actor [[James Marsters]]. Influences include, [[Weezer]], [[Jimmy Eat World]], [[Ben Folds]], [[The Beatles]], [[Muse (band)|Muse]], [[Radiohead]], [[Bob Dylan]] and [[Rolling Stones]], among others. |
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==Formation |
==Formation & Early Years== |
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Ghost of the Robot formed when Marsters met guitarist Charlie De Mars. Although Marsters had taken up the guitar in junior high, outside of a high school band, he hadn't really performed in public. Acting became his primary calling by the time he went to college, but music was always there. In the early 2000s, De Mars had moved from Sacramento to Marsters' Santa Monica neighborhood. One night, De Mars brought his guitar over to Marsters' place and they began playing together. Within one month to six weeks (by the actor's estimates) they were playing in front of crowds. Their first gig was at 14 Below, where they performed songs DeMars and Marsters wrote individually, as well as a few Nirvana covers. |
Ghost of the Robot was formed when Marsters met guitarist Charlie De Mars. Although Marsters had taken up the guitar in junior high, outside of a high school band, he hadn't really performed in public. Acting became his primary calling by the time he went to college, but music was always there. In the early 2000s, De Mars had moved from Sacramento to Marsters' Santa Monica neighborhood. One night, De Mars brought his guitar over to Marsters' place and they began playing together. Within one month to six weeks (by the actor's estimates) they were playing in front of crowds. Their first gig was at 14 Below, where they performed songs DeMars and Marsters wrote individually, as well as a few Nirvana covers. |
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==''Mad Brilliant'' |
==''Mad Brilliant'' & Breakup (2002–2004)== |
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The band recorded their first studio album, ''[[Mad Brilliant]]'' in five days, a showcase of De Mars' song writing skills, with Marsters writing "Dangerous", "Angel"' and Sellers writing "Valerie". The album was a sell-out success, as were both European tours in 2003 and 2004. |
The band recorded their first studio album, ''[[Mad Brilliant]]'' in five days, a showcase of De Mars' song writing skills, with Marsters writing "Dangerous", "Angel"' and Sellers writing "Valerie". The album was a sell-out success, as were both European tours in 2003 and 2004. |
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Marsters went on a successful solo performer career with a sold-out tour in the UK in April 2005. The other band members continued in several different bands including Friendship, [[Fictionist]], Gods of the Radio, Power Animal and [[Demi Lovato]]. |
Marsters went on a successful solo performer career with a sold-out tour in the UK in April 2005. The other band members continued in several different bands including Friendship, [[Fictionist]], Gods of the Radio, Power Animal and [[Demi Lovato]]. |
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==Reformation, ''B-Sider'' |
==Reformation, ''B-Sider'' & ''Murphy's Law'' (2010 – Present)== |
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Ghost of the Robot has reformed and played few gigs in late 2010 as well as releasing a compilation album, ''[[B-Sider (Ghost of the Robot Album)|B-Sider]]'' on March 15, 2011. It is a compilation of all their EPs and singles, which was released by EyeLAshout on iTunes and Amazon, as well as their first album, ''[[Mad Brilliant]]'' on March 5, 2011. James Marsters' son, Sullivan Marsters will be involved in several songs by the band filling in as one of the guitarists. |
Ghost of the Robot has reformed and played few gigs in late 2010 as well as releasing a compilation album, ''[[B-Sider (Ghost of the Robot Album)|B-Sider]]'' on March 15, 2011. It is a compilation of all their EPs and singles, which was released by EyeLAshout on iTunes and Amazon, as well as their first album, ''[[Mad Brilliant]]'' on March 5, 2011. James Marsters' son, Sullivan Marsters will be involved in several songs by the band filling in as one of the guitarists. |
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In March 2011, few song names of the upcoming album have been hinted at on the band's Facebook page including, "If This Is Love", "Truth Is" and "OLOE" and several others were also later revealed in May. In April, on the band’s Facebook page, it was noted that a documentary of Ghost of the Robot may be in the works, entitled, “The Worst Best Band” (working title), several excerpts were released and can be found online. |
In March 2011, few song names of the upcoming album have been hinted at on the band's Facebook page including, "If This Is Love", "Truth Is" and "OLOE" and several others were also later revealed in May. In April, on the band’s Facebook page, it was noted that a documentary of Ghost of the Robot may be in the works, entitled, “The Worst Best Band” (working title), several excerpts were released and can be found online. |
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Their third album has been recorded and will be named ''Murphy's Law'', which was chosen from a group of names pitched and voted for by several fans on their Facebook page. On July 11, 2011, it was announced that the band will be hosting a listening party of the new album on July 29, which will be followed by a Q&A session with the band as well as the announcement of the release date of the album. The release date is confirmed to be November 15, 2011. |
Their third album has been recorded and will be named ''[[Murphy's Law (Ghost of the Robot Album)|Murphy's Law]]'', which was chosen from a group of names pitched and voted for by several fans on their Facebook page. On July 11, 2011, it was announced that the band will be hosting a listening party of the new album on July 29, 2011, which will be followed by a Q&A session with the band as well as the announcement of the release date of the album. The release date is confirmed to be November 15, 2011. |
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==Band |
==Band Members== |
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Current |
Current Members: |
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*Charlie De Mars – |
*Charlie De Mars – Guitar |
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*[[James Marsters]] – |
*[[James Marsters]] – Guitar & Vocals |
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*Jordan Latham - |
*Jordan Latham - Drums |
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*Kevin McPherson – |
*Kevin McPherson – Bass |
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*Sullivan Marsters – |
*Sullivan Marsters – Guitar |
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Past |
Past Members: |
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*Steven Sellers – |
*Steven Sellers – Keyboard & Backing Vocals (died February 21, 2009) |
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*Aaron Anderson – |
*Aaron Anderson – Drums |
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==Discography== |
==Discography== |
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* [http://www.sing365.com/music/lyric.nsf/Ghost-Of-The-Robot-Biography/FC43E3CFC5D7E61C48256D450013E87D http://www.sing365.com/music/lyric.nsf/Ghost-Of-The-Robot-Biography/FC43E3CFC5D7E61C48256D450013E87D] Retrieved May 11, 2011 |
* [http://www.sing365.com/music/lyric.nsf/Ghost-Of-The-Robot-Biography/FC43E3CFC5D7E61C48256D450013E87D http://www.sing365.com/music/lyric.nsf/Ghost-Of-The-Robot-Biography/FC43E3CFC5D7E61C48256D450013E87D] Retrieved May 11, 2011 |
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==External |
==External Links== |
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* https://commerce16.pair.com/timem2/order/ghost/store.html Official Ghost of the Robot Store( |
* https://commerce16.pair.com/timem2/order/ghost/store.html Official Ghost of the Robot Store. (No longer in use) |
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* http://www.facebook.com/SoccerHooligans Soccer Hooligans Facebook Page |
* http://www.facebook.com/SoccerHooligans Soccer Hooligans Facebook Page |
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* http://www.facebook.com/PowerAnimalMusic Power Animal Facebook Page |
* http://www.facebook.com/PowerAnimalMusic Power Animal Facebook Page |
Revision as of 20:17, 5 August 2011
Ghost Of The Robot | |
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Origin | Los Angeles, California, United States |
Genres | Rock, Alternative Rock |
Years active | 2002-2004, 2010-Present |
Labels | Robot Records, EyeLAshout |
Members | Charlie De Mars James Marsters Jordan Latham Kevin McPherson Sullivan Marsters |
Past members | Steven Sellers Aaron Anderson |
Website | Official Facebook Page |
Ghost of the Robot is a rock band, based in Southern California. It gained a following mainly due to its lead singer, actor James Marsters. Influences include, Weezer, Jimmy Eat World, Ben Folds, The Beatles, Muse, Radiohead, Bob Dylan and Rolling Stones, among others.
Formation & Early Years
Ghost of the Robot was formed when Marsters met guitarist Charlie De Mars. Although Marsters had taken up the guitar in junior high, outside of a high school band, he hadn't really performed in public. Acting became his primary calling by the time he went to college, but music was always there. In the early 2000s, De Mars had moved from Sacramento to Marsters' Santa Monica neighborhood. One night, De Mars brought his guitar over to Marsters' place and they began playing together. Within one month to six weeks (by the actor's estimates) they were playing in front of crowds. Their first gig was at 14 Below, where they performed songs DeMars and Marsters wrote individually, as well as a few Nirvana covers.
Mad Brilliant & Breakup (2002–2004)
The band recorded their first studio album, Mad Brilliant in five days, a showcase of De Mars' song writing skills, with Marsters writing "Dangerous", "Angel"' and Sellers writing "Valerie". The album was a sell-out success, as were both European tours in 2003 and 2004.
On their 2004 European tour, the band chose to release an EP entitled It's Nothing, giving a taster from their long awaited second album. The second album was not released as Marsters left to pursue other creative activities, leaving the band to its original form Power Animal who shortly thereafter released their album Vs. the world.
Marsters went on a successful solo performer career with a sold-out tour in the UK in April 2005. The other band members continued in several different bands including Friendship, Fictionist, Gods of the Radio, Power Animal and Demi Lovato.
Reformation, B-Sider & Murphy's Law (2010 – Present)
Ghost of the Robot has reformed and played few gigs in late 2010 as well as releasing a compilation album, B-Sider on March 15, 2011. It is a compilation of all their EPs and singles, which was released by EyeLAshout on iTunes and Amazon, as well as their first album, Mad Brilliant on March 5, 2011. James Marsters' son, Sullivan Marsters will be involved in several songs by the band filling in as one of the guitarists.
In March 2011, few song names of the upcoming album have been hinted at on the band's Facebook page including, "If This Is Love", "Truth Is" and "OLOE" and several others were also later revealed in May. In April, on the band’s Facebook page, it was noted that a documentary of Ghost of the Robot may be in the works, entitled, “The Worst Best Band” (working title), several excerpts were released and can be found online.
Their third album has been recorded and will be named Murphy's Law, which was chosen from a group of names pitched and voted for by several fans on their Facebook page. On July 11, 2011, it was announced that the band will be hosting a listening party of the new album on July 29, 2011, which will be followed by a Q&A session with the band as well as the announcement of the release date of the album. The release date is confirmed to be November 15, 2011.
Band Members
Current Members:
- Charlie De Mars – Guitar
- James Marsters – Guitar & Vocals
- Jordan Latham - Drums
- Kevin McPherson – Bass
- Sullivan Marsters – Guitar
Past Members:
- Steven Sellers – Keyboard & Backing Vocals (died February 21, 2009)
- Aaron Anderson – Drums
Discography
Albums
- Mad Brilliant (2003)
- B-Sider (2011)
- Murphy's Law (2011)
EPs
- It's Nothing (2004)
Sources
- [1] Retrieved August 3, 2011
- http://sunnydale-la.webs.com/jamesmarsters-fanpage/gotr/ Retrieved May 11, 2011
- http://www.sing365.com/music/lyric.nsf/Ghost-Of-The-Robot-Biography/FC43E3CFC5D7E61C48256D450013E87D Retrieved May 11, 2011
External Links
- https://commerce16.pair.com/timem2/order/ghost/store.html Official Ghost of the Robot Store. (No longer in use)
- http://www.facebook.com/SoccerHooligans Soccer Hooligans Facebook Page
- http://www.facebook.com/PowerAnimalMusic Power Animal Facebook Page
- http://www.facebook.com/godsoftheradio Gods Of The Radio Facebook Page
- http://www.facebook.com/FriendshipMusic Friendship Facebook Page
- http://www.gallery.civilizedjames.org/index.php?cat=11 Civilized James Gallery Ghost Of The Robot