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11 Sep 2012

Goodbye Jack’s Mannequin

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It is with deep sadness today that I announce that one of my favorite bands – Jack’s Mannequin – will be performing their last show on November 11th in Los Angeles.

The band is disbanding – a natural path for bands and that’s okay. My junior high years, however, would not have been the same without “Everything in Transit.” To this day, it is still one of the best albums I own in my collection.

Veronica’s not going to be happy with this news cause she loves this band more than I do, but Andrew McMahon will sort of always be our hero. We’ll never forget the concert we saw sophomore year and we won’t forget about the time that we forgot to plan a time to watch his documentary on battling cancer. Regardless, his music isn’t going anywhere. We’ll always still have it and it will always be just as important to us at age 15 and even as we age.

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To read his letter to his fans, click here.

04 Aug 2011

Jack’s Mannequin Releases Tour Dates

Oct 6 – Hartford, CT – Mortensen Hall at the Bushnell w/ The Hartford Symphony Orchestra
Oct 8 – Grantham, PA – Messiah College
Oct 11 – Pittsburgh, PA – Club Zoo*
Oct 12 – Huntington, NY – The Paramount Theater*
Oct 13 – Norfolk, VA – Norva*
Oct 15 – Jacksonville, FL – Free Bird Live*
Oct 16 – Orlando, FL – House of Blues*
Oct 18 – Nashville, TN – The Cannery Ballroom*
Oct 20 – Austin, TX – Emo’s*
Oct 21 – Houston, TX – House of Blues*
Oct 22 – Dallas, TX – Palladium Ballroom*
Oct 24 – Denver, CO – Ogden Theatre**
Oct 25 – Salt Lake CIty, UT – In The Venue**
Oct 26 – Boise, ID – Knitting Factory**
Oct 28 – Portland, OR – Roseland Theater**
Oct 29 – Seattle, WA – The Showbox SODO**
Oct 30 – Vancouver, BC – Vogue Theatre**
Nov 1 – Edmonton, AB – Edmonton Event Centre**
Nov 2 – Calgary, AB – MacEwan Ballroom**
Nov 4 – Missoula, MT – Wilma Theatre**
Nov 5 – Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory**
Nov 7 – San Francisco, CA – Regency Ballroom**
Nov 8 – San Luis Obispo, CA – The Graduate**
Nov 9 – Las Vegas, NV – House of Blues**
Nov 12 – Pomona, CA – The Fox Theatre**
* Motion City Soundtrack direct support, Company of Thieves opener
** The Academy Is direct support, Lady Danville opener

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Tours are great. I wanna go on one.

19 Jul 2011

Jack’s Mannequin News

Jack’s Mannequin will release their new album on October 4th, 2011 entitled “People and Things.” However, Andrew McMahon isn’t gonna make you wait that long for a sneak peak so his first single “My Racing Thoughts” will be available on iTunes beginning August 2nd, 2011.

Can I let you in on a little secret?

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Jack’s Mannequin recap

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Being able to see one of your favorite bands from your teenage years and present years is probably one of the greatest experiences you will have in your life. I feel so lucky that in this school year so far, I have been able to travel off campus to see the musicians I grew up listening to in real life! Cartel and Jack’s Mannequin.

Things that I have learned from last night:

When going to a concert, you may not want to wear denim cut-cut offs and Uggs. It gives everyone the impression that you don’t know what season we are currently in. I don’t care how warm it was in the day time, it is still February.
PDA. Know your limit. Little kisses – fine. Don’t stand next to me if you’re going to go “Twilight” on your girlfriend’s neck.
Your friend got stuck at work and couldn’t make it to the show? Calling him on your cellphone and holding up your phone so that he can listen to the show after while you are singing lyrics and swaying alone is awkward. Also, “JonBoy” isn’t going to be able to hear ANYTHING. Nice try though. I guess you get credit for trying to be a good clueless friend.
Please, please don’t be obnoxious by pushing others out of the way to get to the front. Nobody. likes. you. You’re not the only one that would like to get closer to the stage, but be polite. Don’t touch my hair and don’t breathe on my head and absolutely do NOT grind on me.

Andrew McMahon,

Thank you for a wonderful show. I was nowhere near the stage, but with great company. I enjoyed [almost] every minute of last night, please come back to Seattle soon. I’ll dance to your songs even if no one else does.

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Jack’s Mannequin – Dark Blue – Music at 0:55

“It’s music that is what ties us all together in this world.” – Andrew McMahon

04 Feb 2010

Song of the Day

Jack’s Mannequin – I’m Ready

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When did society decide that we had to change
And wash a tee shirt after every individual use:
If it’s not dirty, I’m gonna wear it.

T-Minus: One day.

04 Feb 2010

Out on the Town: 2/5

Jack’s Mannequin will be kicking off his tour right here in Seattle this Friday, February 5th at Showbox Sodo! Vedera and Fun (lead singer previously of The Format) will also be performing!

03 Feb 2010

Song of the Day

Jack’s Mannequin – Dark Blue

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03 Feb 2010

Song of the Day

It is Jack’s Mannequin week. That’s all I have to say about this.

Jack’s Mannequin – The Resolution

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13 Dec 2009

The Closet: December 2009

These Moxsie flats are made out of recycled newspapers woven into the Chinese latice pattern. It is both environmentally friendly and water-resistant. Don’t worry about it deteriorating in the Seattle weather, the finished product was dipped in plastic to protect it from rain.

$110

Read more “The Closet: December 2009”

03 Nov 2009

Jack’s Mannequin News

Andrew McMahon’s DVD, Dear Jack, a documentary that follows his journey of leukemia will be released tomorrow. For more info, read my post about it here

I love him? I’m so happy to hear that he is returning on tour.

New Tour Dates With Weezer, Phoenix, Manchester Orchestra, Fun, Vedera And More
Jack’s Mannequin will launch into winter supporting Weezer on their upcoming tour and then kick off a headlining run to start 2010. More dates will be announced for the headlining tour soon. Please visit JacksMannequin.com.
Tue Dec 1 2009 (w/ Weezer)Chicago IL Aragon Ballroom
Wed Dec 2 2009 (WRXP Show w/
Manchester Orchestra and Phoenix)New York NYHammerstein Ballroom
Thu Dec 3 2009 (w/ Weezer)Milwaukee WIEagles Ballroom
Sat Dec 5 2009 (w/ Weezer)Toronto ONTAir Canada Centre
Mon Dec 7 2009 (w/ Weezer) Boston MAAgganis Arena
Wed Dec 9 2009 (w/ Weezer)Fairfax VAGeorge Mason University
Thu Dec 10 2009 (w/ Weezer)Selinsgrove PASusquehanna University

Fri Feb 5 2010 (w/ Fun & Vedera)Seattle WA – The Showbox SODO

Sat Feb 6 2010 (w/ Fun & Vedera)Portland ORRoseland
Sun Feb 7 2010 (w/ Fun & Vedera) Spokane WAKnitting Factory
Tue Feb 9 2010 (w/ Fun & Vedera)Salt Lake City UTIn The Venue
Thu Feb 11 2010 (w/ Fun & Vedera)Sacramento CASacramento State University
Fri Feb 12 2010 (w/ Fun & Vedera)Las Vegas NVHouse of Blues
Tue Feb 16 2010 (w/ Fun & Vedera)San Antonio TXThe White Rabbit
Wed Feb 17 2010 (w/ Fun & Vedera) Dallas TXHouse of Blues
Fri Feb 19 2010 (w/ Fun & Vedara) Kansas City MOThe Beaumont Club
Sat Feb 20 2010 (w/ Fun & Vedera)Minneapolis MNFirst Avenue
Wed Feb 24 2010 (w/ Fun & Vedera)Indianapolis INEgyptian Room
Fri Mar 5 2010 (w/ Fun & Vedera)Norfolk VAThe Norva

I’m so there!