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Monofog no longer in the rock garage |
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Written by Rebecca LaPole
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Friday, 12 January 2007 |
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Monofog will perform Jan. 13 at the Aggie Theatre, 204 S. College Ave., Fort Collins.
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Fort Collins-based band monofog is raw, like garage rock. But the quartet has come out of the garage.
And they’re out with a second album that is just as intense as the foursome’s live act.
“Runner,” mixes together edgy sounds and lyrics that will no doubt be embraced by monofog’s small but growing following in Colorado.
“I guess we’re indie rock by definition,” lead singer Hayley Helmericks said.
Monofog plays host to a CD release party on Saturday, Jan. 13 at the Aggie.
Helmericks’ sings with a low-toned, angry, but still sexy vibe.
“Lyrics are really my domain,” Helmericks said. “A lot (of the lyrics are) what’s going on in the world and how that influences or strikes me and sticks with me. Emotions and relationships are also a source of inspiration. I feel like I am a very conscious person, who’s aware of the state of the world, and so my opinions definitely sneak into the songs.”
With Douglas Spencer on guitar, David Yob on bass, and drummer Lucas Rouge, monofog is, as Helmericks said, “loud rock ’n’ roll. It’s dark, dance-y and weird at times.”
Monofog frequently played with local favorites Matson Jones and toured last year with I Am Electric from Salt Lake City.
“I hope that when (the audience) sees us they feel that we’re honest and sincere people and take away a well-rounded rock ’n’ roll experience,” Helmericks said. “We just want to create a good atmosphere for people to feel comfortable to come and rock out.”
With a lengthy summer tour in the works, the band will have an opportunity to do just that.
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TO GO TO THE SHOW
Monofog CD release party
Doors 8 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 13
Aggie Theatre, 204 S. College Ave., Fort Collins
Call 482.8300
$6 in advance
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