Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Monophonics for a live in concert performance at the ELM on Thursday, October 26, 2023.
Tickets go on sale Friday, August 11, 2023 at 10:00AM at the The ELM Box Office, online or by phone at 1 (800) 514-3849. All tickets are general admission standing room only. All ages are welcome.
Additional ticketing and venue information can be found here.
The world’s premier psychedelic soul band, Monophonics, cordially invites you to attend the grand re-opening of the once thriving, once vibrant establishment, the legendary Sage Motel. A place where folks experience the highs and lows of human existence. A place where big dreams and broken hearts live, where people arrive without ever knowing how they got there. It’s where individuals find themselves at a crossroads in life.
What started as a quaint motor lodge and a common pitstop for travelers and truckers in the 1940s morphed into a bohemian’s hang by the 1960s and 1970s. Artists, musicians, and vagabonds of all types would stop there as seedy ownership pumped obnoxious amounts of money into high end renovations, eventually attracting some of the most prominent acts of the era. But when the money ran out, The Sage Motel devolved into a place where you rent by the hour.
Sage Motel, Monophonics’ fifth studio album since 2012, tells its story. Once again produced by brilliant bandleader Kelly Finnigan, the album captures a timeless sound that blends heavy soul with psych-rock. With their previous album, It’s Only Us, selling over 10,000 physical units and garnering over 20 million streams, Monophonics have built a reputation over the past decade as one of the most impactful bands in the country.
If these walls of the Sage Motel could talk, this is what they’d say. So join us as we examine where the stories are told and experiences unfold…..and sink into a soft pillow of soulful psychedelia…..down at the Sage Motel.
Warpaint, the leading single from Sage Motel, reveals the vices of each resident and confronts the struggles of substance abuse and addiction. Their warpaint becomes compulsory to face the day, tolerate the struggle, get through the hardest parts of the world, humanity, life and to fight the good fight. Cloaked in heavy riffs and robust vocals, Warpaint gives you the first look through the doors of the Sage Motel.
About The Seshen
The Seshen’s new album “Nowhere” is a raw and vulnerable expression of loss, estrangement, and stepping into the unknown. With a sound that blends electronic, R&B, and indie-pop, this Bay Area-based sextet has created a cohesive work that speaks to being in an unfamiliar space – feeling untethered to the things you once knew.
Lead singer Lalin St. Juste’s hauntingly beautiful vocals anchor the album, reflecting her personal journey through the complexities of love and loss. As a band, The Seshen has weathered their own storms, including the marriage and subsequent divorce of Lalin and Aki Ehara, two integral members. It is within this backdrop of personal growth and transformation that “Nowhere” finds its powerful resonance.
The band’s intricate production work creates a sonic landscape that is both ethereal and grounded, capturing the essence of emotional turbulence and self-discovery. The profound impact of their experiences can be felt throughout the album, adding depth and authenticity to each track. “Nowhere” stands as a testament to the strength of The Seshen’s connection as well as the band’s ability to navigate changes and life’s challenges while always supporting each other’s growth.
Within the album’s tapestry of sound, standout tracks such as “Hold Me,” “Lost At Night,” and “Waiting For Dawn” offer glimpses into the complexities of love, loss, and resilience. “Hold Me” captures the yearning for connection and the bittersweet struggle of reaching for it in the face of loss and change, mirroring the experiences Lalin and Aki underwent in their relationship. “Lost At Night” delves into the profound realization that a relationship is at its beginning of the end, invoking feelings of uncertainty, introspection, and the pain of separation. “Waiting for Dawn” exposes the restlessness and tumultuous thoughts one experiences while grappling with grief and the aftermath of a significant life transition.
“Nowhere” not only showcases The Seshen’s musical prowess but also serves as a testament to their personal growth. It offers a window into the changing nature of love, the fragility of human connections, and the different ways to embrace impermanence. This album marks the closing of one chapter and the beginning of a new one for The Seshen, capturing their evolution as individuals and their resilience as a band. In “Nowhere,” listeners will find a deeply honest and introspective musical journey, shaped by the experiences of its members, including the profound impact of Lalin and Aki’s marriage and divorce.