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About Me

The history of Momento Mori UK :-
Originally formed in 1987 in northern England, Momento Mori UK were very active participants in the UK goth scene of the late 80's/early 90's. Soon after their formation, they were touring and gigging extensively, with bands such as Every New Dead Ghost, Sins of the Flesh, Dream Disciples, The Marionettes, Christabelle Children, and Rosetta Stone.
But whilst heavily goth-influenced in both sound and image, Momento Mori UK never resorted to cliche. With a sound drawing from influences as diverse as The Chameleons, The Sisters of Mercy, and the Pixies, this band sounded like no-one else.
By the late-80's their profile was at a high. By that time they were playing gigs in continental Europe, to crowds of up to 2000 people. They also played gigs behind the Iron Curtain, (where beer was still 2p a pint!!)
In 1991 the band were featured in Mick Mercer's infamous "Gothic Rock" book. And they finally got a vinyl release, which supplemented their numerous demo tapes.
But then during 1992, and 200 gigs later, it all imploded. Debts accrued, musical differences, the usual dramas; these factors all helped to nail the coffin lid firmly shut.
But fast-forward to 2007..... and in celebration of the 20th anniversary since it all began, Momento Mori rose from the ashes... Complete with original members from the 80's, exciting gigs, and even new material.
So the waiting is over. 2007 marked this unique and exciting band's final ReBirth...
And 2008 will see further evolution, including more gigs, and a brand-new studio CD. So stay tuned!

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 8/17/2007
Band Website: myspace.com/momentomoriuk
Band Members:
Mark Mori
(Vocals)

Jon Mori
(Guitar/Programming)

Mel Momento
(Bass)

Roy
(Guitar/Programming)

Robo Gav
(Drum sounds/Effects)

Influences: 1980's Momento Mori UK
The Chameleons
The Sisters of Mercy
The Pixies
Play Dead
The Danse Society
Sarl's Charisma
Sounds Like: 1980's Momento Mori UK
(but better)
Record Label: unsigned
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Bulletin 009 - Update from Mark Mori

Hello, John the admin here again. New update from Mark Mori posted just under this shiny new picture..... "Hey, Although we haven't been playing live yet this year, we've been bu...
Posted by Momento Mori UK on Fri, 02 May 2008 05:24:00 PST

Bulletin 008 - New member joins MMUK

It's John the admin here, and a belated Happy New Year to you all. First bulletin of 2008 is to announce that Momento Mori UK have strengthened their line-up with the addition of a new bass ...
Posted by Momento Mori UK on Thu, 24 Jan 2008 04:56:00 PST

Bulletin 007 - Notice of Gig cancellation

Hello, it's John the admin here. Had some bad news today; unfortunately Momento Mori UK have had to pull out of the Gig in Burton which was scheduled for this Friday, the 21st December. Jon, the bass ...
Posted by Momento Mori UK on Tue, 18 Dec 2007 05:27:00 PST

Bulletin 006 - New Tracks + Pics, Persecution gig

Hello, John here, the Momento Mori admin. The gig at new venue Persecution in Stockton-on-Tees last Friday went better than the band had probably hoped. The sound was excellent, and the whole atm...
Posted by Momento Mori UK on Fri, 09 Nov 2007 04:18:00 PST

Bulletin 005 - Momento Mori play at home.

Hello, John here, Momento Mori's admin. Well the time has finally arrived... on Friday 2nd November, Momento Mori are playing their first gig in their home town in over 15 years... &nbs...
Posted by Momento Mori UK on Fri, 02 Nov 2007 04:25:00 PST

Bulletin 004 - Message from Mark Mori, gigs etc

Hello, John here, Momento Mori's admin. Just had an e-mail from Mark Mori, outlining some of his thoughts about the upcoming gigs. Mark has asked me if I would re-post his message here, so ...
Posted by Momento Mori UK on Wed, 19 Sep 2007 06:25:00 PST

Bulletin 003 - Logos through the ages...

Hello, John the "YTS" admin here. An interesting historical addition has now been placed in the pics section. It shows the different logos the band has used over time. The folder is therefore called, ...
Posted by Momento Mori UK on Wed, 19 Sep 2007 06:15:00 PST

Bulletin 002 - Vintage photos in the pics section

John_Adrenochrome the admin here. Mark Mori asked me to upload some old photographs of the band to the "pics" section. However, he didn't say which pics he wanted uploading, so I've assumed total arti...
Posted by Momento Mori UK on Wed, 19 Sep 2007 06:06:00 PST

Bulletin 001 - Who are we? Introductions..

I'm John_Adrenochrome. I am not in Momento Mori. My job here was to design this Myspace site. The principles behind the design of the site were described to me by Momento Mori. Infact, they had a very...
Posted by Momento Mori UK on Wed, 19 Sep 2007 05:20:00 PST