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For the Dutch band of the same name, see Moke (Amsterdam band).
Moke 
Moke rehearsing September 2011Background information Origin London, England Genres Alternative rock Years active 1997–2002 Labels Dorado Records
Ultimatum Music
Fruit Pie RecordsWebsite mokesite.com Members John Hogg
Sean Genockey
Alex Evans
John MorganMoke are a British rock band who released two albums and a handful of singles; most notably, "My Degeneration", described as "an angry indictment of callous youth".[1]
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History
Moke formed in London, England in 1997, composed of John Hogg (vocals, guitar), Sean Genockey (guitar), Alex Evans (bass guitar), and John Morgan (drums).[2][3] Moke signed to London indie label Dorado Records. The band recorded and co-produced a debut album, Superdrag (1998), described by JT Griffith of Allmusic as "hyper-eclectic, mixing a strong love for Led Zeppelin (à la compatriots Reef) with hints of rap-rock, blues, reggae, and of course classic rock".[4] This led to a US recording contract; Superdrag was re-released in the US as a self-titled album.[5] A second album, Carnival (2001), released on Ultimatum/Artemis Records, was produced by Paul Stacey, who also played guitar on the album.[6][7] Michael Lipton of LA Weekly described the album: "Sonically and musically, this disc is a pleasure from beginning to end".[8] While Carnival was initially released only in the United States, after the group broke up it was released in Britain by Fruit Pie Records.[9] Critics compared the group to Oasis, The Rolling Stones, The Who,[10] Led Zeppelin,[4] Faith No More.,[11] Tesla,[12] and the Red Hot Chili Peppers.[13]
Moke toured the UK, Europe and the US extensively throughout the late 90's / early 2000s along with many acts, including The Black Crowes, Goo Goo Dolls, Tonic, Kings X, Spacehog and Senser. After the release of Carnival, the group headlined its own tour in the U.S.[14]
Since 2002 the band have been working on other projects. John Hogg and Fionn O'Lochlainn went on to form Hookah Brown with Rich Robinson of The Black Crowes.[15] This group disbanded after only a few months, however.[16] Johnny Morgan is playing with the original lineup of Senser, and John Hogg pursuing a solo career with new band, Hogg. Alex Evans is a senior lecturer in popular music at Kingston University, Sean Genockey is a successful record producer. As of 2009, Evans and Hogg are also playing in Kubb, along with singer Harry Collier and drummer Martin Wright.
Moke have announced they will reunite on 16th September 2011 to perform their first concert in ten years.
Discography
Year Title Label Other information 1998 Superdrag Dorado Definitive version of début album 1999 Moke Ultimatum US version of début album - track order differs 1999 Superdrag Avex 14 track Japanese only version of début album 2001 Carnival Artemis Records Second album from Moke - US release only References
- ^ "Moke Revives Blues-based British Rock", Charlotte Observer, October 28, 2001
- ^ Ankeny, Jason "Moke Biography", Allmusic, retrieved 12 January 2010
- ^ Harmon, Rod (2001) "British band Moke evokes the blues-based rock of the `60s", Bradenton Herald, October 18, 2001
- ^ a b Griffith, JT "Superdrag Review", Allmusic, retrieved 12 January 2010
- ^ Review of Moke. Guitar Player, April 1, 1999.
- ^ Review of Carnival (3 stars). San Diego Tribune, August 16, 2001.
- ^ Blackett, Matt (2001) "Moke: John Hogg and Sean Genockey Mix It Up", Guitar Player, October 1, 2001
- ^ Lipton, Michael (2001) "Frozen Entrée", LA Weekly, November 22, 2001, retrieved 12 January 2010
- ^ Review of Carnival, IndieLondon.co.uk.
- ^ British band Moke evokes the blues-based rock of the `60s. Knight Ridder Tribune, October 24, 2001.
- ^ Review of Carnival. The Morning Call, October 20, 2001.
- ^ Review of Carnival. BlogCritics, June 17, 2005.
- ^ Review, NyRock.com, September 1999.
- ^ News, Billboard.com, July 2001.
- ^ Robinson Crows About His New Band. The Victoria Advocate, January 26, 2003.
- ^ Hookah Brown Call It Quits. Rolling Stone, May 30, 2003.
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