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Artist Statement
MAKAR'S 18-SONG DEBUT ALBUM, 99 CENT DREAMS, IS AVAILABLE FOR SALE ON ITUNES AND ALSO ON CDBABY.COM BY CLICKING THE ALBUM COVER BELOW OR ABOVE. ONCE ON OUR CDBABY PAGE MAKE SURE TO CLICK THE PURPLE "PLAY ALL SONGS" HI FI BUTTON OTHERWISE, IF YOU CLICK ON EACH SONG TITLE LINK INDIVIDUALLY, YOU'LL HEAR REALLY BAD LO FI VERSIONS THAT SOUND LIKE EACH SONG IS UNDERWATER. 
"Makar is what happens when you cross the current indie revolution with a tinge of folk rock. Their debut album, 99 Cent Dreams, is an absolute joy to listen to. Every song is based on a real emotion or real thing, something that a lot of bands just can't seem to write good songs about these days. This album is catchy and has a sound that definitely stands out from the rest of the bands out there. It's not going to appeal to the metal heads or rap fanatics, but everyone else out there with an open mind will find an intriguing collection of songs. Andrea and Mark are the two singers of Makar, and both have an extremely impressive vocal range. Mark's singing is typically more laid back and very smooth to listen to. It flows well with the instrumental work, and his vocals are what give the music a bit of an indie rock vibe. Andrea's singing is all over the place, but this is not a bad thing at all (it just might make things a little inaccessible to some listeners). Her voice is incredible and it especially shows on songs such as "All I Know", where she gives an extremely melodic performance that is definitely tear worthy. However, it is her screeches on songs such as the opener "I Hate My Job" that will grab a lot of listener's attentions. They are very high pitched and sometimes can be compared to some of the female punk singers out there (which is an unusual mix). The instrumental work is superb, there's no better way to put it. The opener is a fast paced surf-rock esque track that quickly transitions into a more laid back ballad style track. Although Makar has plenty of folk rock vibes, there are also songs that allude to a country style. The group likes to jump between more mellow and up-tempo segments, although I will admit that I personally like the more mellow aspects. It may seem like a crazy mix at times (especially when mixing in the opening track with some of the later ones), but everything falls into place. Makar's debut album is a wonderful trip through a wonderland of infectious tracks that the average person will be able to relate though. The two vocalist aspect (one male, one female) also gives the music a bit more depth than one would initially think. In an industry that is slowly leaning towards corporate cookie cutter rock 'n roll and stereotypical rap music, Makar isn't afraid to think outside of the box and come up with music that anyone can enjoy. 99 Cent Dreams is definitely a noteworthy album, and I can't wait to see where the group goes from here. " Review of Makar's debut album, 99 Cent Dreams
Cosmosgaming.com
by Chris Dahlberg
6/20/06
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Bio
Makar (Mah-Kar) is a 15th century Scottish term meaning Poet and also a dark and groovy little New York band. An acoustic guitar and piano driven indie-rock band that makes Punk and Poet rejoice and dance together. Makar began with Mark looking for a band to join as a singer and finding nothing appealing, so Andrea said "why don't you write your own songs?" So he did! But Andrea kept butting in and adding her 2 cents, so Mark said, "why don't you write a song?" So she did. And that's where it all began! Makar consists of Andrea DeAngelis, co-singer/songwriter/guitarist from New Jersey, Mark Purnell, co-singer/songwriter/pianist from New York, Mark Nilges, bassist from Chicago and John Rajendra, drummer from New York. Beginning in 2002-03, Makar played their first, nail-biting, exciting NY gigs at places like Luna Lounge, CBGBs gallery, Knitting Factory and Pianos and began recording their 18-song debut album, 99 Cent Dreams, on July 14, 2002 at Multiway Studios in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. In 2005 the debut album, 99 Cent Dreams, arrived and Makar went to work promoting the hell out of it! Our songs got played all over the world on indie and internet radio stations. We received many wonderful and heartfelt reviews from fans and critics alike, had thousands of downloads, sold many physical as well as digital copies. We even did a TV appearance or two!! Our first music video for the song "I Hate My Job" directed by Brian Shulz got played on MTV2 and won honorable mention on Mendham NJ cable tv. We made many incredible fans and played many a great show, even got signed to a non-exclusive deal with a little indie label named Sizzleteen Records! And that's only the beginning kids!! Makar began work on their 2nd album, Funeral Genius, August 2008 at the Seaside Lounge in Park Slope, Brooklyn and plans to put a rock 'n roll smile on your face while shaking your hips and minds awake. No more living thick and slow my friends! As Jim Morrison used to say “wake up!” There's a revolution on the internet and in indie music, so come with Makar on its magical musical journey! 99 Cent Dreams is available on cdbaby.com and itunes.com. Funeral Genius out Fall 2011!!
Career Highlights/Vital Stats
Four MAKAR songs featured on Edmonton podcast episode #16, 1/2007. I Hate My Job and Honey Colored Time played on Longtown Sound podcasts 12/15/2006. Another Day was played on Longtown Sound podcasts 12/13/2006. MAKAR's debut album 99 Cent Dreams re-released 12/12/2006 by Sizzleteen Records. What Can I Tell You played on The Phill(er)'s Podcast ep #70, 12/2006. The Outlaw Punk Podcast has played "The Country Song" 12/2006. Honey-Colored Time featured on Well-Rounded Radio Mix #2, 12/2006! Recently, the Gomem show played "The Country Song" and "What Can I Tell You" 11/2006. The Country Song was played on the RightishBrain Podcast 11/2006. The Outlaw Punk Podcast has played "Honey-Colored Time" 11/2006. I Hate My Job played on Atapuerca Factory podcast 10/2006. I Hate My Job is featured on Great American Music Hour podcast 10/2006. Honey Colored Time played on Psichonicos Daily Podcast 10/2006. MAKAR spotlighted on Musical Alchemy. The host Jim Davies interviewed us in our studio and played several tracks off of 99 Cent Dreams. 10/2006 Lord Litter declares, "I really like your sound!!! .. bit like *Peter Paul and Mary meets Jonathan Richman after the Punk period - cool!!*" 10/2006
Influences/Similar To
Beatles, Bowie, B-52s, Violent Femmes, U2, Blondie, the Cars, Syd Barrett, Dylan, Yardbirds, Troggs, Belle and Sebastian, T-Rex, Classic Rock, the Clash, Depeche Mode, The Cure, Portishead, Nick Drake, David Gray!
Band Members
Andrea DeAngelis | | INSTRUMENTS: | Singer-Songwriter/Guitar |
Mark Nilges
Mark Purnell| | INSTRUMENTS: | Singer-Songwriter/Piano/Dulcimer |
John Rajendran
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