Three weeks of touring and memories galore.  We totaled over 6,120 miles during this span, and were able to expose our music to all sorts of new and beautiful people.  It’s pretty amazing to experience the music, locals, and incredible food in every city.  It was encouraging to observe music communities throughout the Midwest, West and Southwest.  Artists are thriving and thankfully listeners are craving unique sounds! We went into this tour with a notion of what it would be like and came out of it with so much more.  From the small coffee shop/gallery in Oakland to the incredible SXSW stage in Austin, we gave our all to every ear that would listen.  With Mighty Mitchell by our side, it is safe to say that we set out on a journey and fulfilled it ten times over.

Lady Cello @ Chrononaut Club, San Diego

Be sure to check out Narwhal Audio for an insightful blog of photos and an introspective look into our road travels by Mitchell Cepaitis. The blog will be updated in the next couple of weeks.  Also, check out our Facebook page, we’ll have some tour photos up soon that will make you smile.

Road Warrior Mitchell

Mitchell, you ARE the best friend that anybody could have, Team Monk sure does love you.

Miles in Ralph's Warehouse, Denver

Thanks to our hometown Chicago crew for the encouragement.  Muchas gracias to Brian & Kato, Ralph Brown, Elizabeth & Sean Meltzer, Ingred Chamberlin & Eric, Frank & Lucy Morales, and Jessica & Elijah Deleskey for the hospitality and offering a roof over our heads while on the road.

San Francisco Boats

Here’s lookin’ at you Record Bar, Meadowlark, The Modbo, Aubergine After Dark, Mama Buzz, Chrononaut Club, Ruby Room, Bootleg Theater, Rogue Bar, and Midcoast Takeover. Much love to the bands we were able to connect with.

La Jolla

Super thanks to our friends and family that we were able to hang with on tour and cheers to the awesome new aquintances and lovely fans.

Chicago, we’ll see you at our homecoming show as we celebrate our friends, Scattered Trees’ album release @ Schubas w/ Chaperone.

4.30.11 @ Schubas 10PM 18+

Meadowlark by Glenn Ross

So Much Love!

The Loneliest Monk

Debut Album

March 1st, 2010

A year ago, The Loneliest Monk began the long road of recording our first album at Kilo Studios in Pilsen. We crafted each song and sound and accomplished something that we are so very proud to share with you.

Our self-titled release is available starting TODAY for purchase by following the link below (those who pre-ordered will be receiving their download code today as well).

Purchase Here: http://theloneliestmonk.kilorecords.net

The album is available on CD and digital download, and includes 10 original tracks with exclusive photography by IshootRockstars.com. Recorded and mixed by the amazing Mitchell Cepaitis, mastered by Gary Tanin, and released on Kilo Records.

We can’t thank all of you enough for your love and support. This album was created for you.

Tour News

3.15.10-3.27.10

In other Monk news, we are leaving cold Chicago and embarking on our very first Spring tour. The masks are packed and Michelle’s cello is ready to play for new ears. Stay tuned in as we keep tabs on the road via twitter and digital diary. We will also be heading to Austin to perform in the amazing land that is South by Southwest!

Chicagoans, blow us a kiss at our tour send off party @ EP Theater on March 15.

Performances

Visit our website for times and details

3.15.10 Chicago, IL: EP Theater
3.17.10 Columbia, MO: Blue Fugue
3.18.10 Dallas, TX: Opening Bell
3.19.10 Austin, TX: SXSW BLU Showcase
3.22.10 Phoenix, AZ: The Lost Leaf
3.23.10 San Diego, CA: Radio Room
3.24.10 Los Angeles, CA: Bordello
3.26.10 Denver, CO: Meadowlark

Love,

The Loneliest Monk