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The Morning Kings

Rank #1 Rochester, MN Jam / Alternative / Acoustic Rock

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Members: Drew Barbes-Vocals/Guitar, Cameron Smith- Drums/Vocals, Kyle Truex-Bass, Andrew Conrad- Guitar/Vocals Justin Bourassa- Lead Guitar, Dan Sauer- Saxop...

Sounds Like: Dave Matthews Band, Pearl Jam, O.A.R., John Mayer, David Gray

Bio: The Morning Kings are a unique band that formed in 2005. Original members (Drew Barbes, Andrew Conrad, Cameron Smith, and Justin Bourassa) created and played together in a start band in high school known as Unapt. With years of college post high school, the members went their separate ways, allow... See Full Bio

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“The new album from The Morning Kings, “Sunrise,” is energetic and layered with rock, folk, funk and jazz. This six-piece band from Rochester, Minn., created a collection of danceable tracks, and that’s evident with the first song, “The Groove.” The Morning Kings want to you to get up and move and as soon as you hear the first note, I’ll just bet you won’t be able to sit still. “Red Cactus” has bit of a Tom Petty flavor to it and in “Stay True,” the vocals are a fine fusion of David Gray and Pat Monahan of Train. My favorite track was “Levity” and I’m surprised as The Morning Kings sound like a jam band; I almost hate to admit it, but I’ve never been a fan of jam bands. But in “Levity,” each band member each brings in their own style and finely weaves together a musical tapestry, which in the hands of less skilled musicians, would be nothing more than chaotic clumps of sound. My second favorite track was “Breezeway.” The other tracks have a happines”

— Christine Mlodzik, Rift Magazine

“Every Monday the staff here at Five.Oh.Seven. Clothing sits down and meets with a local band, musician, and/or entertainer who has roots to our kick ass community. We get the insight on what it’s like to be a musician in our area, and what it takes to separate yourselves from the rest. We go inside with our local celebrities and find out just what it is that makes them tick, what keeps them moving, and we have them tell us some never heard before stories. Check back every Monday to meet a new group, hear some tunes, and find out where you can go to find more local music.”

— Five.Oh.Seven. Clothing

“hroughout the last five months, Rochester-based alternative acoustic rockers The Morning Kings have been hard at work in the studio and on the road gearing up for the first-ever album release show tomorrow night. With recording, mastering, mixing and pressing finally complete on their extended play album Sunrise, The Morning Kings are ready to take center stage.”

— Emily Buss, On The Rechord

“One of the region’s most refreshingly original bands will have a new feather to put in its hat next Friday. The Morning Kings, a six-piece ensemble comprised of predominantly local, unequivocally musical 20-somethings, will release its first album Aug. 24 at Kathy’s Pub. Five of the six band members have Rochester roots, and much of The Morning Kings’ journey has invoked the talents of fellow 507 area code alumni. “We started the recording process back in February,” said lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Drew Barbes. “We worked with Rob Oesterlin, a Century High School grad, at the Terrarium studio in downtown Minneapolis.” “We’re really excited about this release,” Barbes said. “It’s been a long time in the making.” Where did the name “The Morning Kings” come from? Drew Barbes: There were quite a few names thrown around at first. I originally came up with the name but we all decided together what it would be. It actually has a different meaning for d”

— Sarah Shonyo, The Post Bulletin

“By Christina Killion Valdez The Post-Bulletin, Rochester MN The Rochester band The Morning Kings will play its danceable mix of alternative rock songs Friday at Kathy's Pub, 307 S. Broadway in Rochester. The band is made up of Cameron Smith on drums and vocals, Justin Bourassa on lead guitar, Andrew Conrad on guitar and vocals, Drew Barbes on vocals and guitar, Kyle Truex on bass and vocals. Together they play a blend of cover songs by Sublime, Jack Johnson, the Beatles, Tom Petty and others, as well as original songs. The band is also able to switch between performing acoustic concerts or full band sets that could include saxophone, three guitars, bass and drums. Music starts at 8 p.m. and goes until 2 a.m. No cover.”

— Christina Killion Valdez, Post Bulletin

“A night of comedy and live music has a serious side — to raise awareness and money for local homeless youths. This Ain't No Joke, a fundraising event for A Place to Call Home, a group initiative formed by this year's Leadership Greater Rochester class, will be held Thursday at the Wicked Moose in Rochester. The event features stand-up comedy by five local comedians — Gilmore, Ryan Schmidt, Danielle Teal, Jeff Larson and Kelly Powers — and live music by The Morning Kings, an alternative, acoustic rock band. There will also be a dinner, wall of wine raffle and silent auction, with all proceeds benefiting local homeless youth initiatives and transitional housing. Young artists are also being invited to sell their work at the event, but those proceeds will go to the artists, said Desirae Dyke, a member of Leadership Greater Rochester.”

— Christina Killion Valdez, Post Bulletin

“http://www.postbulletin.com/newsmanager/templates/localnews_story.asp?z=35&a=470052 For me, it's the return of some of my favorite seasonal beers, such as Jack's Pumpkin Spice and Leinenkugel's Oktoberfest, both of which I'm sure will be in attendance at next week's Octoberfest on the Plaza. Sponsored by Laser 101.7 and Apollo Liquor, the 15th annual happening will be 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 24 in the Peace Plaza in downtown Rochester. In true fest fashion, Octoberfest will bring with it more than 100 beers to sample, food provided by Ye Olde Butcher Shoppe, live music by local band The Morning Kings, bar games and more.”

— Marissa Block, Out & About: Local fest toasts to the season

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Rochester, MN, US | 9:00pm
Wicked Moose Bar and Grill
Rochester, MN, US
Fri Jun 14 9:00pm
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TMK Acoustic at the bar no cover!!!
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Jun 13

Big Brads On Broadway
Rochester, MN, US | 9:00pm
Big Brads On Broadway
Rochester, MN, US
Thu Jun 13 9:00pm
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Thursday's on First after party is at Big Brads.....TMK acoustic 9-12 No Cover!
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Jun 13

Thursdays on First
Rochester, MN, US | 4:00pm
Thursdays on First
Rochester, MN, US
Thu Jun 13 4:00pm
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TMK will go on at 4...and then More Than Lights will close down the night http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1tDHIEAtwA&feature=em-video_response_received
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May 17

Somerby Golf Club
Byron, MN, US | 6:00pm
Somerby Golf Club
Byron, MN, US
Fri May 17 6:00pm
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TMK Acoustic! 6-9
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May 16

Legends Bar n Grill
Rochester, MN, US | 7:00pm
Legends Bar n Grill
Rochester, MN, US
Thu May 16 7:00pm
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7:30-10:30 Acoustic Music come chill out with us!

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LOST CITY BAND
Splendid music TMK !!! Peace, LCB/jeffrey
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THE GROOVE cuts cleanly and crisply through the genre clutter with a groove that slices directly to the heart with honest power. Like a sharp needle. it pierces deeply, m...