Artist description we drink too much and don't play enough. but we like our guitars a lot, and sometimes they like us back.

Music Style alternative folk punk rock stuff

Musical Influences velvet underground, lifetime, xanax25, lou reed, pain, jimi hendrix, violent femmes, blind melon, sublime, barenaked ladies

Similar Artists barenaked ladies, violent femmes, sublime, blind melon

Artist History it's all just another little piece of history.

Group Members jay morgans, jesse morgans

Instruments guitars, harmonicas, anything with strings, midi, loops, guiness, captain morgan spiced rum, camel lights, doral full flavor, coffee.

Press Reviews Stephen Scalese for Ergo Magazine, Sept. 1995: "(Jay) Morgans has been antagonized for the autonomy of his work---performing solo and without allegiance to any particular clique or group. Categorically, he is of the X-generation: hardcore, yet his work speaks of an intense struggle for genuine expression and individuality ... (He) espouses a commitment to his work, his words, and his ideas, which generate a different position and reflection on the angst of his generation." Michael Faillace for The Weekender, 3/9/2000 (CD Review): "The Morgans Project is a constantly evolving example of what happens when you give acoustic guitars to a pair of brothers raised on punk rock and old school hip hop. (The brothers) are long time staples of the local music community ... The Morgans Project's acoustic series, which began as a one time event, has now become the sole focus of the group and is their most impressive work to date. Emotion laced and soulful lyrics bonded to creative acoustic styling fuel the tracks on the band's debut indie CD, Nothing Should Happen Ever. (The) compilation predominantly features Jesse and Jay on acoustic guitar with a soulful Jay handling lead vocals and the refreshingly serene Jesse pulling backup duties ... Using unexpected pace changes and a rolling chorus, (Curb Bite) is a prime example of the epic storylines (Jay) Morgans is able to compress into a three minute song ... Soft and sweet vocalist Terez Plummer of Salmon Herb Recipe makes a special appearance on vocals on Four Days. Angelic and precise are Plummer's vocals throughout the track, sounding more like a softly strummed harp than a vocal presence. The song, which was written by Plummer, fits into the musical scope of the CD well considering the drastic change in style ... into the CD's bread and butter - the exceptionally well done Seven. In my eyes, this song embodies everything The Morgans Project does well. The song title and lyrics reflect a peek into the mind of a person with multiple personalities. The track features seven different voice tracks laid over one another (one for each personality) which may sound confusing at first - but is done so well that the lyrics flow together effortlessly as one. Seven's insightful lyrics and radio worthy chorus set this track aside from the others on Nothing Should Happen Ever - which is no easy task ... Papa's Coming Home (is) an emotional saga about fathers and the strength children find in their mother. A rare and touching selection with an incredible lead riff, Papa's Coming Home is the perfect way to end the roller coaster ride of emotions and melodies Nothing Should Happen Ever takes you through." David Becker for www.dannick.com on why the site chose The Morgans Project as one of Pennsylvania's Best Independant Musicians: "Their acoustic style is the perfect accompaniment for their passionate lyrics, some of which hit home in a strong way... The Morgans Project...brings the simple art of acoustic music to a new level. In their talented hands, the acoustic style gets a once-over, and then a twice-over just to be sure. The lyrics are power-packed and emotionally charged, the music is seamless and perfectly timed, and the raw edge of each and every track will stay with you for days. These brothers know how to get your attention and they don't let go until the CD stops. (Buttercup-Tonight) is 8 minutes of music that seems to fly by in three and is an excellent showcase for the talents of brother Jesse on guitar. He pours his soul into that track, much like one would expect from a seasoned concert pianist. Four Days [featuring Terez Plummer] is extremely low-key and has a magical appeal. The collaboration pays off in a big way. Seven...is a haunting lyrical wonder, poignant with a powerful delivery. A tune that is meant to shake you up and succeeds ... The raw emotion, the powerful lyrics and strong message (of the Soughwutt Abandoned e.p.) is a staple of the brothers' work, both past and present (and, no doubt, future as well) ... Live music seems to be where the brothers truly shine. Many artists shy away from live shows, saving their strongest performances for the studio. The brothers seem to thrive on the energy of an audience which is, no doubt, completely captive ... The brothers Morgans have successfully fashioned a musical style for themselves that is the perfect showcase for their talents. Red Auerbach once said that "Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life". For The Morgans Project, the dust is certainly washed away, however what is left is emotion in it's naked state. Their music exposes the soul, and in that exposure IS life."

Location Wilkes-Barre, PA - USA

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