Mo E Music. UG Project @ Lola tonight, Soul Alliance/CocoSoul tomorrow for brunch.

Greetings and Happy Summer,

Not sure what happened to Spring.... First we'd really like to thank all of those who voted in this year's RFT Music Poll.  Brothers Lazaroff was honored as the best Americana band (non-traditional).  Stay tuned for an announcement about the new Brothers album later in 2010. 

Also I'm excited to announce the debut of the mo E All-Stars.  No I haven't lost it and started yet another band.   The All-Stars is an extension of the mo E Trio-groove edition and features memebers of the rhythm section as opposed to the traditional lead singer or horn player.  We are debuting under the Arch at Fair St. Louis July 3.  See below for poster.

Tonight UG Project brings their unique brand of deep house mixed with jazz, Latin and soul back to Lola.  Showtime is 9:30.  Lamar Harris won't be with us but I'll be joined by Duane "Jingo" Williams and CJ Conrod as usual.  Special guests may be in the house (heh heh) as well.

UG Project Live @ Lola

9:30 PM June 26

Cover TBA (possibly $3 but we're worth it)

Lola

500 N. 14th Street

63103

Sunday the Mo Egeston Presents Brunch Music Series continues with the Soul Alliance Trio featuring the incomprable CocoSoul.  Coco will be on stage at noon.  Sean and I will do a set of acid jazz at 11 AM.

soul, club classics, jazz and chillout house

the Soul Alliance Trio featuring CocoSoul

Sunday June 27

11AM Music/ Coco@ noon

Lola

welovelola.com

thesoulalliancestl.com/

iamcocosoul.com/

Hope to see you soon!

Peace,

Maurice" Mo" Egeston

Coming Soon

Red Pill Recording Session with Brothers Lazaroff- Live Stream Archive

"Red Pill Recording Session with Brothers Lazaroff

Brothers Lazaroff
Red Pill Studio is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The work ethic of Red Pill is founded on collaboration. Artist development is our core technology and philosophy at Red Pill."

Jeff and David recently went in and did vocals.  This is a look inside the first session where we did the rhythm tracks for 15 songs.  15 songs that the rhythm section was playing for the first time.

Scary for me since I've never done that.  But it was also truly liberating.  Had a blast working with Jacob for the first time in a true session.

Look for a release late in 2010 from Brothers Lazaroff.

Introducing the Mo E Trio

mo E trio- a Journey in Sound Soul & Groove

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From the start of his performing career in the mid 90s Maurice
“Mo” Egeston has made a mark in the St. Louis region as a leader of innovative and
popular bands. His early study of classical piano brought him to
graduate work at SIU-E. It was while completing his Master's that Mo
began exploring styles of music beyond the classical tradition.

Since then, all of his projects including Vargas Swing, the Soul Alliance featuring CocoSoul, Urban Jazz Naturals and mo & dawn have seen Mo combine his musical talent and formal
training with an ability to lead and run successful groups.

In 2010 Mo Egeston is returning to his roots as a pianist by fronting his own group- the
mo E trio. The Trio combines influences from all the projects Mo currently performs in (UG Project, the Soul Alliance, and Brothers Lazaroff) with his own interest in soul, jazz and electronic
influences.  The resulting sound is a groove based experience
that seeks to redefine traditional expectations. 


(Thanks to John Evans Jr. for much of the video and photography)


Drummer Grover Stewart and bassist Teddy Brookins join Mo on this journey. Styles referenced include soul, jazz, bossa, r & b, organic house grooves and drum and bass but no genre is considered off limits. Originals, jazz standards, pop music and neo-soul melodies will all be a part of the Mo E Trio sound.  A sound which easily slides from deep lounge ambiance to center stage funk grooves. At times guest artists will be part of the experience but the sound starts with Mo, Grover and Ted.

mo E trio-always diverse and improvisational with a definite focus on the tap of the toe and the nod of the head.

Mo Egeston- Keyboards, Programming
GroverStewart- Drums
Ted Brookins-Bass

For bookings please contact Doug Hall at Talent Plus. 314. 421.9400

For collaborations and studio work contact Mo Egeston.  moisme<at>sbcglobal<dot>net
 moegeston.com

Mo Egeston Presents Brunch with the Mo E Trio- Live @ Lola

Greetings,

Mo Egeston Presents the Mo E Trio Live @ Lola Sunday January 31 from 11AM- 2 PM. 
500 N. 14th Street in the downtown STL Loft district.
www.welovelola.com

Best known for his role as a band leader pianist Mo Egeston is stepping out front and leading his own trio in 2010

Using influences from all the projects he plays in (the Soul Alliance, UG Project and Brothers Lazaroff) as well as his own interest in combining soul, jazz and electronic influences the Mo E Trio will seek to redefine traditional expectations.

This week the Mo E Trio will feature Grover Stewart on drums and Teddy Brookins on bass. (The rhythm section of Brothers Lazaroff) Soul-jazz, bossa, ambient house, drum and bass and original music will be explored.

Special guests may be stopping in as well.

Join us won't you?

This Saturday Jan. 30 Brothers Lazaroff will bring you an evening of Americana, Roots, Indie Rock, Folk and Country Swing at the Delmar Lounge.  8:30- 12.

Peace,

Maurice "Mo" Egeston
Pianist- Producer-Educator

Mo Egeston Presents: the Soul Alliance Trio featuring CocoSoul Live @ Lola Jan 24

Greetings,

Lola is a new music venue in the downtown Washington Ave loft district.  Every Sunday through March I am hosting a Brunch Music series called Mo Egeston Presents.  This gives me an opportunity to feature many of the artists that I began working with in 2009.

We had an incredible time this past Sunday with Brothers Lazaroff.  This Sunday January 24th I'm thrilled to bring back the Soul Alliance Trio featuring CocoSoul.  CocoSoul will be joining me at noon.  Sean Holland (bass) and I will do a set of soul-jazz and groove based instrumentals from 11-11:45.

Early arrival is recommended.

Also this weekend I join DJ Nune and a possible guest artist TBA with UG Project.  UG Project incorporates the drive and groove of electronic dance music with jazz, funk and soul.  We perform using a combination of horns, vocals, vocoder, keys, software and hardware sequencing.  Also at Lola we hit from 9:30- 1.   We may be shooting video so stay tuned for another announcement.  Saturday Jan 23

And finally An Evening With  Brothers Lazaroff this Friday Jan 22.  at Riddle's in the U City Loop.  Americana, Folk, Indie Rock.  This band has been getting some very nice buzz all year and we look forward to hitting the studio in February.

During the day, find me with my piano teacher hat on with a brand new location at Teipen Performing Arts.  Conveniently located in the U City/Clayton area.

Peace,

Maurice "Mo" Egeston
Pianist-Producer-Educator
www.teipenmusic.com
moegeston.com

Brothers Lazaroff on ReverbNation.

Brothers Lazaroff on ReverbNation. Listen to some album cuts and watch video. If you see this on Facebook please click view original post.


http://www.brotherslazaroff.com

Mo Egeston's Schedule- Brothers Lazaroff @ Off Broadway Friday the 23rd. Warren Zevon Tribute

Brothers Lazaroff Videos on YouTube

Here's a widget from the new Brothers Lazaroff page on Reverbnation. Includes the newest remix/cut-up of "Let it Be Love" by Mo Egeston. Click view original post if you see this on FBook.

Brothers Lazaroff CD Release Party at Off Broadway

facebook Brothers Lazaroff CD Release Party at Off Broadway June 27 To view the event follow this link: http://www.facebook.com/p.php?i=500127511&k=R3FT55UYT65M5DFFR132Y3

Brothers Lazaroff Live at Post Office Square

Big thanks to John Evans Jr for trying out his new camera on us! Filmed June 12- downtown St. Louis.

David Lazaroff- Electric Guitar and lead vocals
Jeff Lazaroff- Acoustic Guitar and lead vocals
Ted Brookins- Bass, Vocals
Grover Stewart- drums
Mo Egeston- keys

Brothers Lazaroff CD release event June 27 at Off Broadway.






In other news...
Mo Egeston's Groov Lounge with featured artist David Lazaroff coming to a lounge in the CWE in July. Indie guitar meets electronica. Stay tuned

American Artifact- Brothers Lazaroff

Slideshow to a rough board mix of American Artifact by the Brothers Lazaroff. Live at South By Southwest March 2009

Brothers Lazaroff @ SXSW

Quick clip from the KDHX Showcase in Austin, TX as a part of South by Southwest. Outdoors at Jovita's.

Brothers Lazaroff @ SXSW

Brothers Lazaroff w/ Mo E on Keys Tonight at Wash U Kemper Art Museum

I've only been with these guys since November but its been great from day one. Influences include
Dylan, the Beatles, traditional old school country, the Dead, reggae and many many more.

Always eclectic and genre bending I'm proud to say I'm a member of this band. Fresh off a great run at SXSW the Brothers are poised to do some great things!

Jeff Lazaroff- vocals, guitar
David Lazaroff- vocals, guitar
Grover Stewart- drums, vocals
Teddy Brookins- Bass
Mo Egeston on keys

Bridging the geographical gap between St. Louis, Missouri, and Austin, Texas, BROTHERS LAZAROFF lay waste to the idea that long-distance relationships can't work!

With their first record PURE DELIGHT (co-produced/engineered/mixed by David Sanger, 6-time Grammy winning drummer of ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL) and a second record on the way, The Brothers combine experimentation with conventional folk elements, and in the process effectively find a way to reconcile traditionally opposing musical genres to create a refreshing sound. BROTHERS LAZAROFF do this with their unique blend of roots music that breaks down the barrier of time, rather than the barrier between musical styles.

Guitars, mandolins, computers, organs, banjos, drum machines, fiddles, steel guitars, horns, pianos, scrambled up rhythm sections; all working toward this effect. And yes, Hank matters but so does Scratch and of course all three Bobs and all those from Canada and those from before the time of telephone poles and those who've grown up with them as if they're just another family of trees.

BROTHERS LAZAROFF take the approach that everything matters, but nothing should be taken seriously.

Mo Egeston with Brothers Lazaroff @ SXSW Thursday- Sunday

South By Southwest w/Brothers Lazaroff

Jeff Lazaroff- vocals, guitar
David Lazaroff- vocals, guitar
Grover Stewart- drums, vocals
Teddy Brookins- Bass
Mo Egeston on keys

Bridging the geographical gap between St. Louis, Missouri, and Austin, Texas, BROTHERS LAZAROFF lay waste to the idea that long-distance relationships can't work!

With their first record PURE DELIGHT (co-produced/engineered/mixed by David Sanger, 6-time Grammy winning drummer of ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL) and a second record on the way, The Brothers combine experimentation with conventional folk elements, and in the process effectively find a way to reconcile traditionally opposing musical genres to create a refreshing sound. BROTHERS LAZAROFF do this with their unique blend of roots music that breaks down the barrier of time, rather than the barrier between musical styles.

Guitars, mandolins, computers, organs, banjos, drum machines, fiddles, steel guitars, horns, pianos, scrambled up rhythm sections; all working toward this effect. And yes, Hank matters but so does Scratch and of course all three Bobs and all those from Canada and those from before the time of telephone poles and those who've grown up with them as if they're just another family of trees.

BROTHERS LAZAROFF take the approach that everything matters, but nothing should be taken seriously.

Brothers Lazaroff - Let It Be Love

Playing 5 shows with these guys in March including a run at SXSW.

American Artifact- Brothers Lazaroff Mo E on keys. Mo goes Americana

Brothers Lazaroff rehearsal in St. Louis, MO, USA. Basement Jam audio quality but a cool peek at a cool band. David and Jeff Lazaroff- guitars and lead vocals, R. Scott Bryan- guitar/organ; Teddy Brookins- bass; Grover Stewart- drums/vocals. Mo Egeston- piano/synths