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Andrew McMahon Interview (Part Three): Revisiting Something Corporate
Welcome to the final part of our “Conversation with Andrew McMahon” series. In this closing installment of the interview, McMahon gives us a glimpse at Something Corporate: the band's legacy and its potential for a future. PART ONE: Ending Jack's Mannequin PART TWO: Moving forward as a solo artist
Andrew McMahon Interview (Part Two): Moving forward as a solo artist
Welcome to part two of our “Conversation with Andrew McMahon” series. In this installment, the former Jack's Mannequin and Something Corporate frontman discusses his plans as and the challenges of being an independent, solo artist. PART ONE: Ending Jack's Mannequin Stay tuned for part three of this interview series, coming tomorrow (November 23).
Andrew McMahon Interview (Part One): Ending Jack’s Mannequin
Andrew McMahon, formerly of Jack's Mannequin and Something Corporate, sits down with AP managing editor Scott Heisel to talk about Jack's Mannequin, from the project's journey to it's end, and about his excitement to create as a now independent artist. Stay tuned for parts two and three of this interview, coming tomorrow (November 22) […]
The Rocket Summer - Life Will Write The Words
The Rocket Summer Life Will Write The Words This review originally ran in AP 288. The shelf life of a pop star is meant to be brief. Does anyone really think Justin Bieber (or One Direction, for that matter) is going to be a relevant cultural force in five years’ time? Chances are, no—because these […]
Jack's Mannequin release "Release Me" video
Jack's Mannequin has unveiled a new video for “Release Me,” available below. It's from the band's 2011 effort People And Things.
Kid Is Qual (ex-Jack's Mannequin) release "Conflict Girl" video
Kid Is Qual, the new band from ex-Jack's Mannequin bassist Jon Sullivan, has released a video for “Confict Girl.” It's from their new EP Ladies Choice. Check it out below.
Relient K perform "Be My Escape" with Andrew McMahon (Jack's Mannequin)
Relient K was recently joined on stage by Jack's Mannequin's Andrew McMahon to perform “Be My Escape.” The performance was filmed at Australia's 2012 Soundwave Festival. Check out the video below and let us know what you think!
Premiere: Kid Is Qual, "Conflict Girl"
Check out the premiere of Kid Is Qual's new single, “Conflict Girl.” The song comes from their forthcoming new EP, Ladies Choice, which is out April 10. Says frontman Jon Sullivan about the song: When we started to narrow down the songs for our upcoming EP, Ladies Choice, we learned our favorite spot, Sound City, […]
Jack's Mannequin perform "Release Me" on The Tonight Show
Jack's Mannequin recently performed “Release Me” live on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. The band's latest album, People And Things, is in stores now. Watch the performance beginning at 38:26 below. Let us know what you think!
Jack's Mannequin to perform on The Tonight Show
Jack's Mannequin have announced they will be performing “Release Me” on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. The show will air on Jan. 11 at 11:35/10:35c. The band's latest album, People And Things, is in stores now.
Under The Covers: Jack's Mannequin vs. the Slackers
You think it’s hard to write an original song? Try finding a cover song that hasn’t been done before—it’s harder than you think. That’s why we bring you Under The Covers: Each week, we’ll pit two bands who have covered the same source material against one another, and it’s up to you to decide who comes out on […]
Jack's Mannequin perform "Release Me" live
Jack's Mannequin have posted a new live video featuring a performance of “Release Me.” The band's latest album, People And Things, is in stores now. Check out the performance below and tell us what you think! Get More: Jack’s Mannequin, Release Me (Live), Music, More Music Videos
Kid Is Qual - Damn Son EP
Kid Is Qual Damn Son EP The debut EP from Kid Is Qual, the post-Jack’s Mannequin project for bassist Jonathan “Dr. J” Sullivan, is about as far from his former band as it gets. For starters, there’s nary a guitar to be found on Damn Son; instead, two basses, drums and an array of bells […]
Song Premiere/Interview: Kid Is Qual, "You're A Crumb, I'm Ole"
Jack’s Mannequin fans were saddened with the 2010 departure of bassist Jonathan “Dr. J” Sullivan. But the free-spirited musician is roaring back into music with a new project, Kid Is Qual, who are releasing their debut EP, Damn Son, on Dec. 6. The trio are about as far from JM’s piano-pop as it gets: Buoyed […]
Kid Is Qual (ex-Jack's Mannequin) announce "Damn Son" EP
Kid Is Qual, the new band from ex-Jack's Mannequin bassist Jon Sullivan, will be releasing their debut EP Damn Son on December 6. Check out their new video for “Knights Of Ole” below and download the song here.
Jack's Mannequin announce new supporting bands for "The People And Things" tour
Jack's Mannequin have announced three new supporting bands for the remaining dates of “The People And Things” tour. Check out the official announcement from the band below: Due to the unfortunate news that The Academy Is… has disbanded we have filled the support for our upcoming tour with the following- – Lenka as main support […]
Stream the new Jack’s Mannequin album
People And Things, the new album from Jack's Mannequin, can now be heard in full here. Does it live up to your expectations? Let us know!
Jack's Mannequin streaming new song, "Television"
Jack's Mannequin have released a new track titled, “Television”. The song will be featured on the band's upcoming album, People And Things, in stores on October 4. Fans can stream “Television” here. Leave us a comment with your thoughts!
Exclusive Interview: Jack's Mannequin's Andrew McMahon talks "People And Things"
On Oct. 4, Jack’s Mannequin are releasing their third album, People And Things. (Pre-order the album here.) Although frontman Andrew McMahon is in a good headspace these days, the album-recording-process wasn’t without its bumps: In June 2010, McMahon actually scrapped the music he had been working on and started over. In early August, McMahon chatted […]
Jack's Mannequin post "People And Things" album clips
Jack's Mannequin will be releasing their forthcoming album, People And Things, on October 4. Fans can stream 90 second clips of every song appearing on the album here. Pre-orders are also on sale now. Let us know what you think!
