ARTIST BIO
The Modbeats Chronicle Rebellion, Nostalgia, and Rock ’n’ Roll Survival. A love letter to the golden age of rock and roll and a candid reflection on modern life, Ballad of a Starving Artist marks the debut LP from fast-rising New Jersey band The Modbeats. Drawing from a vibrant mix of surf rock, power pop, blues, psychedelia, and rockabilly, the album captures The Modbeats’ ability to channel timeless influences into something bold, fresh, and unmistakably their own. Ballad of a Starving Artist is now available on all major streaming platforms and vinyl via Mayleen Records.
New Single June 29, 2024
A-SIDE: BALLAD OF A STARVING ARTIST
“This is a song I have had sitting in the back of my mind for a long, long time. Ballad is a foundational song that serves as a mission statement for the rest of the songs we plan to release. Ballad will be track one on side one of our debut LP. There’s a touch of Buddy Holly, The Beach Boys, Phil Spector mixed with the sounds of the Jersey Shore in the composition. I threw the kitchen sink at this tune and put a lot of influences into the blender so to speak. Lyrically inspired by a close friend of mine, I increasingly feel like I am singing about myself.” - P. Dunn
B-SIDE: ROCKING CHAIR
“One of the first songs I ever composed. This is the song we typically start our live show with. I’m fascinated with the use of the Rickenbacker 12 String alongside an aggressive, overdriven guitar sound. This song has been a fan favorite and fits as a counterpoint to Ballad of A Starving Artist. I felt natural to include it in the B-Side.” Bryan Haring of The Gaslight Anthem appears as a special guest Piano/Keys Organ player on this track and many other forthcoming songs.” - P.Dunn

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
“The Modbeats feel like a band straight out of the iconic 60s Top of the Pops era—jangly guitars, infectious melodies, and the kind of vibrant energy you could imagine watching on a black-and-white screen back in the day. But what makes them stand out is how they’ve transported that classic sound into the mainstream of today. Their music captures the timeless essence of rock ‘n’ roll while resonating with modern audiences, creating an exciting blend of nostalgia and fresh creativity.” - Rich Christina, SVP Head of East Coast A&R at Sony/ATV
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Fact Sheet
Location: New Jersey
Personnel:
Philip Dunn: 6 and 12 String Guitars, Glockenspiel, Vocals
Joe Mandia: 6 and 12 String Guitars, Vocals
Scott Matison: Bass
Fiz: Drums, Percussion
Genre: Rock & Roll
Record Label: Mayleen Records
Contact:
Phone: 609-271-0146
email: info@mayleenrecords.com
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RECENT GIGS
Sep 06 7:00 PM Local Summer Showcase at Asbury Park Brewery Asbury Park, NJ
Aug 02 7:30 PM FREE, ALL AGES - Shore Points Records Presents: The Modbeats, Polaroid Fade, and San Tropez Highlands, NJ
Jun 29 5:00 PM The Fire - Single Release Show
Philadelphia, PA 19123