July 8th, 2005
Our CD was reviewed in this month's Rick's Cafe. Check out the Press page for details.
June 16th, 2005
Our CD was reviewed in this week's Rhythm section of the Wisconsin State Journal. Check out the Press page for details.
May 23, 2005
Check out the May issue of Ricks Cafe for an interview of Pam.
April 8, 2005
There's a new internet radio station that focuses on Madison bands and WE'RE ON IT! Check out MusicMadeInMadison.com to listen to just a sampling of what Madison has to offer.
April 2,2005
Recording for our first full length album is coming to a close and we're hoping for a late May release date!
Also, look out for the upcoming release of No Camouflage, a compilation album featuring local artists for peace. The MPs have already recorded a song for that album. Wendy Schneider of Coney Island Recording Studio is is the driving force behind this effort and there will be a number of fundraising shows around town to help defer the cost of production. Keep your eyes open for a show near you!
February 23, 2005
Tune in to WYOU channel 4 at 7pm this Monday, February 28th to catch an interview and great video of some of our shows. The "I Kind of Like Lucie" show is hosted, created and produced by Lucie Ferrari and is a must see for all you "motor heads!"
January 26, 2005
Public voting has started for the Madison Area Music Awards. The Motor Primitives ARE on the ballot and ready to be THE Madison area darlings of ROCK! We are listed in the Best Rock Artist category. Voting runs through February 15th so make sure you go to:
www.themamas.org
and cast your vote! You can also get a paper ballot found in the January issue of Rick's Cafe.
January 2, 2005
The highest of complements was paid the Motor Primitives when Pam received a "year in review" letter from a friend (and fan) that read:
"I only went to a few concerts this year. Most notable was an Art Garfunkel concert at the opening week festivities for the Overture Center for the Arts. NO WAIT! The Motor Primitives were by far the most notable band I saw this year. (I had better also say they are "unhyphenated" rock)"
Thanks Mr. D!
December 24, 2004
ROBINKATMATPAM would like to wish all of you HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!! It's been an exciting year of fun and music. We are grateful for all of our friends with whom boogeying is a true joy!
We are psyched about the upcoming year as we plan to record in late February. Pam can't wait to say "...and don't forget to check out our MERCH table!" The down side is that we will likely forgo a February show so, come on out to the Portal Cafe on January 29th for your Motor Primitive fix!!
November 15, 2004
The band has gotten a nice write-up in the most recent Rick's Cafe for their performance at the Madison Hostel Fundraiser. Pick up a copy today!
September 17, 2004
A quotable quote from one of the "gods of rock 'n roll":
"If you are listening to a rock star in order to get your information on who to vote for, you are a bigger moron than they are. Why are we rock stars? Because we're morons."
-Alice Cooper.
September 3, 2004
****FLASH****FLASH****FLASH*****
We've got our first gig of the fall lined up!!!!! We'll see you at the High Noon Saloon on September 15th. It's a Wednesday night so TAKE A NAP!!!!!! We'll be openning the show at 9pm with a ~40min set. The other two bands Fluffers Union and The Final have some samples on their web pages that sound really good.
August 28, 2004
With last night's performance at Mother Fool's Coffeehouse, we put our summer "unplugged" season to rest. All members our the band are back from their respective vacations and ready to roll into a rockin' fall season! Stay tuned for info on upcoming shows.
August 3, 2004
Pam and Robin will be playing a couple of unplugged giggles in August. Come see us at Portal Music Cafe, 8/10/4 @8:30pm (310 S. Brearly). We will be playing a sort set during a Songwriter's Showcase hosted by James Travis. You'll get the chance to hear tunes from several local songwriters for only $3. That's less than 20 cents a song!!! We are also playing at the Beer fest. That event sold out in less than 3 hours. How did they know we were going to be there?
Don't forget our August 27th gig with Jim James & the Damn Shames at Mother Fool's, 8pm!!!
July 27, 2004
Breaking new gang! Kat has returned from her travels abroad. Now we're only missing one wandering band mate! Where oh where could our young Matteo be?
July 2, 2004
OK kids! Half of the Motor Primitves are coming at you live at Mother Fool's Coffee House (Aug 27th) on Willy Street!!!! Robin and Pam will be playing a lot of new material that the band, as a whole, has not even tried out yet. You should also expect to hear a slightly different sound and see one or two special guest musicians to add to a most unusual performance. Jim James & the Damn Shames will round out the evening.
May 22, 2004
Well kids, It's been a great Spring! We've gotten to play in some pretty cool places. Now it's time for a little break. For the next three months, Matthew and Kat will be exploring the world. While they're doing that, Robin and Pam will be taking a "Motor Primitives Light" approach, performing some new material and some old material with new arrangements. Stay tuned for details.
May 15, 2004
Alas, no one has gotten the trivia question right. I suppose the $1.50 prize will be rolled over into the next event!!
Speaking of next events.....Freddie Mercury says "get on your bikes and ride!" It's bike to work week in Madison and there are TONS of cool events going on all week!!! Check out all the events at the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin here. here's what to do:
1. Bike to work, school, the store, band practice, ultimate frisbee, etc.
2. Register for bike to work week.
3. Come to the fiesta, Friday, May 21st 4-7pm at Vilas park and boogie-oogie-oogie with us!
May 13, 2004
As Promised at the High Noon gig ('were you listening? Were you listening?), here's your trivia question:
What's the name of the 1970's melody that Kat so beautifully wove into her solo in our song "Are You Really There?"
The first person to email us with the correct answer will win a prize worth at least $1.50! We will post when we have a winner.
April 24, 2004
Listen to WORT 89.9FM on April 25th at 11:30am to hear an interview and live performance by Kat and Pam. They will be featured on Her Infinite Variety.
April 19, 2004
Don't forget to register for Madison's Bike to Work Week during the week of May 14 through 21 (here's a link for registration and upcoming bike to work week events).
April 16, 2004
Our show at the Corral Room (with Jim James & the Damn Shames) went off without a hitch. Those in attendance were treated to rum cake and snicker cake - Thanks Nugget!
April 3, 2004
Listen in to WORT's 8 O'Clock Buzz on April 16th (8-9am) for a live performance!
April 1, 2004
Tune in to WYOU at 7pm every Monday in the month of April to see a short film featurning the Motor Primitives from their February show at the Klinic. If you were there, you might have been quoted or, at least, caught on film. The name of the show is "Two Women, Wine and a Book" and it is produced by our famous videographer, Lucie.
March 30, 2004
Wow! You guys can sure drink beer! Check out the "pictures" page if you'd like to re-live that cold, cold night!
March 19, 2004
The band announces an additional gig!! We'll be playing at the Ironworks at Waubesa and the Isthmus Bike path on Friday, March 26th. Doors open at 8:30 and the Motor Primitives play at 9:30. This show is free - feel the luv!!!
February 13, 2004
The band plays The Klinic to a large, enthusiastic crowd. We are very appreciative of our supporters! Thanks for making this event a success!!! New pictures are available for your viewing. The Motor Primitives shared the bill with the German Art Students and IfIhadahifi.
January 24, 2004
Matthew brings the final mix of our new demo CD to rehersal. There is much rejoicing! Check out the tunes on the Music page.
December 20, 2003
The band begins laying down tracks for its demo CD. Six hours with nothing but a bag of Milanos and water - that's focus!
December 14, 2003
Members of the band play several extremely hard fought games of capture the flag at Bear Mound Park. We discover that Robin's sneaky, Matthew needs an inhaler and Pam possesses "lead butt speed."
November 5ish, 2003
Katherine Spring joins in on lead guitar. In celebration we organize special fireworks and a big ticker tape parade - had you been paying attention, you'd have seen it and been very impressed.
October 26,2003
The Motor Primitives (on the strength of four rehearsals) play to a crowd of 100+ at The King Club in Madison. The band was very well received as they played a 30 minute set of originals. The event was "Peace in Our World" a fundraiser for the Madison Hostel.
Later that night....we realize....we sounded pretty damn good!
