Mofius

Hailing from Seattle, Mofius is a band that has perfected the science of laying down the sort of sweet, funky grooves that make each and every song irresistible. They write songs that penetrate your mind, body, and soul, and as each moment passes, you’ll find it impossible to even think about sitting still, and you’ll find the dance floor utterly irresistible.Mofius was created in April of 2004 by four friends who decided to put their shared love for good music and good times to good use. Lead guitarist Dave West and bassist Tony Rivera had already been playing together in the ska/reggae/funk band. Singer Al Woods took notice when they put an ad out in a local magazine, and was interested in trying something new. The band broke up several months after Woods joined, but not before he, West, and Rivera had developed an exciting chemistry. A few months later, the remaining trio hooked up with new drummer Chris Martin, and the recipe was complete.Before they knew it, they had created something special. “It’s funk,” says West, “because it’s got groove. It’s soul, because it’s heartfelt and genuine with great lyrics. It’s rock, because it’s got passion, balls, and guitar solos. It’s pop, because it’s very accessible to the average person, but meaty enough for a musician’s ear…People seem to have difficulty when trying to categorize our music, which I take as a compliment. I hope that people find it fresh!”Mofius spent the winter of 2005 in Ironwood Studios recording their debut release, Lost and Found, a three-song teaser followed up by their full-length self-titled CD in the summer of 2006. In addition to these stellar recordings, the band is known for putting on high-energy live shows that create the sort of intensity that leaves every person in attendance feeling as though they were a part of the act. Thanks to this dual whammy of strong recordings and inviting live shows, the band developed a strong buzz throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond. They have played clubs, parties, and festivals alike, winning over disparate audiences (ask them about the time they played with a largely death metal lineup) and even strutting their stuff in front of industry executives.In early 2007, Al decided that it was time to part ways. “Life happens,” Rivera muses. “Al’s family and career were just going in different directions. I can respect that. We’re still on great terms with him and wish him all the best.”I edited my profile with Thomas' Myspace Editor V4.4