Name: Off the Grid
Brand: Dead Moon

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Bonus disc: No

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ZB224470

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Paperback

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New Softcover Edition with 16 Added Pages

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Limited edition

Release date

2022-03-25

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Signed copies: No

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Shellshock

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Zero:0

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9783955751739

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Artist

Dead Moon

Genre GB

Psychedelic

Label GB

Tapete

Dead Moon is a legendary American punk rock band formed in 1987 by Fred Cole, his wife Toody Cole, and Andrew Loomis. Hailing from Portland, Oregon, Dead Moon has been an influential force in the underground music scene for over three decades. With their raw and energetic sound, they have captivated audiences worldwide with their passionate performances.
Their discography includes numerous albums that showcase their unique blend of garage rock, punk, and country influences. Known for their DIY ethos, Dead Moon recorded and released most of their music on their own label, Tombstone Records. Their songs are characterized by Fred Cole's gritty vocals and powerful guitar riffs, complemented by Toody Cole's driving bass lines.
Over the years, Dead Moon has gained a devoted fan base who appreciate their authentic approach to music-making. Their live shows are legendary for their intensity and connection with the audience. Despite disbanding in 2006 after Andrew Loomis' departure due to health issues, Dead Moon's legacy continues to inspire new generations of musicians who embrace the spirit of independent rock 'n' roll.

Welcome to Tapete, an independent record label based in Hamburg, Germany. Founded in 2002 by Gunther Buskies and Dirk Darmstaedter, Tapete has become a prominent force in the music industry. With a diverse roster of talented artists and performers, we strive to bring you the best in music across various genres.

At Tapete, we are passionate about supporting emerging talent and providing a platform for them to showcase their artistry. Our dedication to quality and innovation has earned us a reputation as a trusted source for exceptional music.

With our *labelcode* LC 12227, we offer an extensive catalog of releases that span multiple formats. From vinyl records to CDs and digital downloads, we ensure that you can enjoy your favorite music in the format that suits you best.

Dead Moon were a lo-fi Garage / Rock n Roll band from Portland, Oregon, active for almost 20 years between 1987 and 2006, during which time the band gained a mythic and legendary iconic status. Off the Grid is a 'dizzying oral history'* about this most stubborn, idealistic and arguably wildest band in the world - a saga about love itself and the love of rock and roll, about DIY and about an improbable career. The biography of singer Fred Cole (formerly of The Weeds, Lollipop Shoppe and The Rats before Dead Moon) is like a rollercoaster ride through countless bands and musical styles beginning in the Teenbeat era of the 60s driven by an invisible force and one big love. They cultivated their DIY code built around Fred's superstitions and avoidance of conventional music industry pitfalls. They toured around the world, played in live clubs between Oregon, Europe and New Zealand. They cut their own records and ran their own music store and label - Tombstone Music. Their story is completely unique in the pantheon of rock music; a group who never sold out, never gave in and built a legacy of art and community in a sustainable way almost unheard of. The book is a tribute to their unique aesthetic, unbelievable twisted path of a story and role as pioneers of the Portland music scene.

Off The Grid is a declaration of love to Dead Moon, to music in general and to rock and roll in particular. The first two sold out US-editions of this book, first published on 2018, are currently selling at an eye watering high price so Tapete are now making it accessible as an affordable hardcover book (without the vinyl) for the European market. The documentation tells the entire Dead Moon saga in the words of the band itself. Editor Simone "Szim" Müller spent weeks in Fred Cole's attic sifting through photos, flyers and tour diaries, collecting posters and T-shirts and conducting extensive interviews.

This third revised and updated edition contains 20 more pages than the original. The already extensive photo section now holds even more historical material, posters, flyers and, exclusive to this edition, an interview with Hans Kesteloo** as well as an extended and completed discography and gig list.

Off the Grid

Books GB