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Jonah Matranga

Keep in touch at www.jonahmatranga.com

About Me

Hi, I'm Jonah. It's a long story, but basically, CLICK HERE to say hi, keep in touch, talk to cool people, get downloads, CDs, shirts and more at www.jonahmatranga.com .
Anyway, here's some of what I've been up to lately:
I Believe Barack Obama - By Jonah Matranga

Add to My Profile Me and Beyoncé, haven't you heard? Click on the tabloid pic to download the scandalous single.
'And' IS OUT NOW. My new album, 'And' is finally out in all the countries, on all the labels. Huge thanks to the many, many people that have helped in its creation and release. More on that in the coming days, for now I'm still and always rushing around in the middle of tour to keep in touch and figure out different ways to spread the word. Please tell yr friends and local record shops. It should be in stores, and online, and who knows.
On that note... Finally, here is a simple, secure way to buy and download 'And' directly from me. You'll get the whole album, plus a bonus track, all in hi-res .mp3 format (much better quality than iTunes, but I can't tell the difference anyway). I've also included album cover art and all the liner notes, lyrics, and even chords to play along if you like.
You can pay via PayPal or credit card. The page will try to get you to use PayPal, which is fine, but on the lower left is the link for credit cards. I've just tried it myself, and it's very easy, thank goodness. I'll be expanding the download sales stuff in the coming weeks, but this seems a good place to start. Thanks so much, for all the ways.
Other cool things, just click to find out more:
Click Here To Learn About Unique Recordings - Have Jonah make you your own individual record. A perfect personal gift for any occasion.
A video with zombies. Need I say more?
Jonah Matranga - Not About A Girl Or A Place

Add to My Profile | More Videos Help spread the word. Cut and paste the code to put these banners anywhere you'd like.

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 6/9/2006
Band Website: jonahmatranga.com
Band Members: Jonah’s many personalities.
Influences: Anyone that takes chances -- Prince, Fugazi, Zeppelin, PE, Sinead, U2, Radiohead, Pearl Jam, Bjork, Miles Davis... or maybe Mr. Obama. We shall see. Are we ready? is he?
Sounds Like: Elliott Smith meets U2, or Sinead O'Connor as a boy, or like someone that loves Zeppelin but sounds nothing like them, or... “You may know singer-songwriter Jonah Matranga from his various group projects--Far Gratitude, New End Original and the anagrammatic onelinedrawing — but music made under his own name still sounds as sweet... Matranga may have done his best work while flying solo.” -ALTERNATIVE PRESS
“A loose, free-roaming approach to songwriting that pushes his music beyond the normal sad-sack singer/songwriter cliches” -PITCHFORK
“One of music’s most charismatic, tuneful, purist geeks...” -ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY
“It is this comfort level and humility that surrounds Matranga and makes you fall in love with him, despite the fact that you’ve never met” -CHATTANOOGAN.COM
“His intimate sets can last hours, when the lovable, neurotic rock geek interjects compelling and playful banter between - and sometimes during - songs.” - MEANSTREET
“No Belle & Sebastian, New Pornographers, or Strokes for me last week, but I did see Jonah two nights in a row - he never disappoints (I actually sold my Saturday night Strokes tickets outside Hammerstein Ballroom before heading to Snitch). BROOKLYN VEGAN
“I must say that Jonah is one of the most genuine, passionate, and sincere people I’ve ever talked to in my life. Music is his life and sharing that love with others is his major goal.” ABSOLUTEPUNK.NET
“Jonah Matranga has played hundreds of shows and met thousands of people, but he still remains one of the most human and accessible people in rock today. That his quirky, self-referential style of performance works in so many venues: big, intimate, recorded and processed, is testament to the appeal of the man himself .”– PUNKBANDS.COM
“Is there a more hardworking and veracious guy in rock music?” – ANGRYAPE.COM
“One of the most influential artists out there.” – INTERPUNK.COM
Record Label: OLD Records (US)
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Funny cos it’s true...

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Posted by Jonah Matranga on Tue, 13 May 2008 05:49:00 PST

JonahSaysHi: UK, Canada, 4 New Things

Facts:-UK Tour Dates Now.-Canada Comin Up.-3 New Releases And Some Other Stuff.More info on all of that at http://jonahmatranga.comPlease visit and find out and keep in touch.Now, if you like, the ram...
Posted by Jonah Matranga on Tue, 06 May 2008 01:07:00 PST

Yo Canada - Montreal in May?

Hi all,A little Canada tour is coming together for May. may 25th - l3 nightclub - st. catharines, ont (all ages)may 26th - grooves - london, ont (in store performance - 4pm)may 26th - the embassy hote...
Posted by Jonah Matranga on Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:09:00 PST

Great Obama Vids From MoveOn.org

http://www.obamain30seconds.org/pc/finalists.html?rc=homepag eThere is some GREAT stuff in here. Got me all excited all over again. Spread the word, keep the momentum, don't fall for the negativity. He...
Posted by Jonah Matranga on Wed, 30 Apr 2008 11:32:00 PST

I Still Believe (Awesome New Vid)

My friend made a really cool new vid for my little tune, check it, spread it around... Jonah Matranga Dot Com -- It's The Best WayFacebook and MySpace are fun too....
Posted by Jonah Matranga on Sat, 26 Apr 2008 06:49:00 PST

Jonah v. T-Pain

So, another cool person has started another ringtone site, so you have another chance to do battle with the evil forces of T-Pain and make a world with less of him and more of me. Noble cause, no? Giv...
Posted by Jonah Matranga on Sat, 19 Apr 2008 03:54:00 PST

milan show change

from the booking agent:"the Milano show got moved last minute due to problems with the noise at shows. The new venue is called Atomic. Address: Via Felice Casati 24, Milano."see you there.13Apr Milano...
Posted by Jonah Matranga on Sun, 13 Apr 2008 05:36:00 PST

thanks, sun... freiburg sleeping?

a tired hello. gorgeous sun today and my first good sleep in a few days last night, so here’s to toulouse. we’re off to the southern coast of spain, hope it’s as glorious as writing ...
Posted by Jonah Matranga on Thu, 10 Apr 2008 05:18:00 PST

Sassy New Splash

I still get way too much enjoyment out of doing little silly things to my site. More to come!Jonah Matranga Dot Com -- It’s The Best Way...
Posted by Jonah Matranga on Tue, 01 Apr 2008 07:24:00 PST

FINAL REAL EURO TOUR DATES

FINAL REAL EURO TOUR DATES SPRING 2008...Night Night (US) is support for all dates...08Apr Paris (F), Mains d’Oeuvres09Apr Toulouse (F), Le Cri de la Mouette10Apr Sant Feliu (E), Montclar11Apr T...
Posted by Jonah Matranga on Fri, 28 Mar 2008 09:38:00 PST