Nobody, et al.

Artist Information

Biography

Nobody, et al. is an acoustic pop/folk/rock band currently based in Tucson, AZ.

Original Songwriting - Unique Instrumentation.
Vocals - Acoustic guitar - Electric cello - Saxophone - Drums

"It gave me chills.....the good kind." -- Kim Deggar, Tucson Fan

The Duo ~

Seth Phillips - singer/songwriter - acoustic guitar

The music of Nobody, et al. is focused around the dynamic, storytelling songwriting of singer/guitarist Seth Phillips. He is a New York City transplant to the Arizona desert.

His arsenal and array of songs is astounding. He defines successful lyrics as those that physically affect the listener. Perhaps a grin, blush, or tear. Sometimes a chill or tingle.

Brian McClain - electric cello.

Brian roots the foundation with the unique tonal qualities that only an electric cello can provide. From pizzicato bass lines to playful harmonies, including, but not limited to haunting legato undertones, his style is an idyllic match with Seth's diverse songwriting and genuine approach.


The et al. ~

Our flex power yields exponential results to our sound. We implement saxophone, clarinet, flute, Kalimba, mandola or other unique acoustic instruments into tasteful lead and melodic roles when playing as a trio. Hand percussion or full drum kit rounds out the act when the full band fits the bill.

Marco Rosano - tenor sax, clarinet

Simply put, Marco enhances out act with tasteful melodies and harmonies that absolutely serve the lyrics. Marco counts English as his second language, with music as his native tongue - the half-dozen Tucson projects that boast his contribution would tend to agree.

Jim Howell - drums

Voted Best Drummer several years running at the Tucson Music Awards. His ability to weave simple, clever rhythms together without ever dropping the beat serve as cement for the the solidly-crafted songs of Nobody, et al.

We have additional all-pro lead players and/or percussionists based in Tucson, Phoenix, New York, and Los Angeles.

Instrumentation

Seth Phillips - Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Brian McClain - electric cello
Marco Rosano - Tenor Sax, Clarinet
Sherry Finzer - flute
Jim Howell - Drums, Hand Percussion

Discography

LP: Nothing, etc. 2004
EP: The Phillips & Mosher Demos 2005
EP: Over the Desert (local demo) 2007
EP: The Swiss Army ep 2008
EP: Two Tanks of Gas (duo) 2009
EP: Clean Slate 2009

You may listen / purchase our tracks at our website: www.nobodyetal.com or via iTunes.

Official Website

http://www.nobodyetal.com

Links

• Facebook
• MySpace
• Nobody, et al. - ReverbNation

Audio

• Actress
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• Arana
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• Swiss Army
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• Two Tanks of Gas (duo)
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• Clean Slate
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• Far To Go (duo)
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• Sometimes
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Lyrics

• Sometimes
• Swiss Army
• Clean Slate
• Actress
• Two Tanks of Gas
• Far to Go
• Arana

Video

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Press

• Tucson Weekly
  

  "One of the most interesting groups to emerge from the Old Pueblo in some time"

• La Jolla Festival of The Arts [+ Show ]
  

  "Your beautiful music added so much to the ambiance of our Festival. We received dozens and dozens o..."Your beautiful music added so much to the ambiance of our Festival. We received dozens and dozens of compliments from our festival patrons."

• Tucson Fan
  

  "It gave me chills.....the good kind."

• Javalina's Coffee [+ Show ]
  

  "Nobody, et al. - now they're really SOMEBODY! Great songwriting, brilliant compositions and instrum..."Nobody, et al. - now they're really SOMEBODY! Great songwriting, brilliant compositions and instrumentation, and mesmerizing performances! This band has et al!"

• 4th Ave Merchant's Association [+ Show ]
  

  "Nobody, et al. is one of our favorite acts, a real crowd pleaser." "Original sound, original ac..."Nobody, et al. is one of our favorite acts, a real crowd pleaser."
  
  "Original sound, original act, real entertainment value"

• Tucson Fan
  

  It was GREAT! Hire these guys for your private party.

• Komen Race for the Cure [+ Show ]
  

  "It was great to work with Brian and Seth of Nobody et al. They were a delight to have at Komen Race..."It was great to work with Brian and Seth of Nobody et al. They were a delight to have at Komen Race for the Cure and I really cannot recommend them highly enough. Thank you both so much!" - Karen Mahina, Susan G Komen Race for the Cure - Tucson 2009

• Armitage Wine Lounge - La Encantada [+ Show ]
  

  "Nobody, Et Al. is a great group! Their music hits a wide range of people and they have a good follo..."Nobody, Et Al. is a great group! Their music hits a wide range of people and they have a good following. Our patrons enjoyed the nights they played at Armitage Wine Lounge." - Lisa Hanley, G.M., Armitage Wine Lounge & Cafe

• Tuscon Fans [+ Show ]
  

  "Seth and Brian from Nobody, et al. performed at our wedding...and we were so happy with them. Many ..."Seth and Brian from Nobody, et al. performed at our wedding...and we were so happy with them. Many guests, who flew into Tucson from all over the world, made a point to mention to us how much they enjoyed their unique sound."

• La Jolla Festival of The Arts [+ Show ]
  

  "Our world renowned Madonnari (street painters) and all our fine artists within earshot of your perf..."Our world renowned Madonnari (street painters) and all our fine artists within earshot of your performance were thrilled to be surrounded by music worthy of their fine artistry. Even our staff and many volunteers made a point to tell me how much they enjoyed the art of your music."

Setlist

We have loads of original material and some tasty cover songs in the hat. Two or three 45 minute sets are ideal. We don't play 4 hours shows.

Song list: (all songs listed are original unless otherwise stated):
Ballad of William and Sully (storytelling folk-style)
Sometimes (laid-back jazzy groove-based rock)
Savage Man (distopian acoustic rock)
Actress (groove-based unrequited lovesong)
God Bless the Child (Cover, Billie Holliday)
Clean Slate (gentle pop ballad)
Swiss Army (clever "hip-pop" tune about versatility)
Last Thing I Needed (Cover, Willie Nelson)
Far to Go (artsy, storytelling desert rock song)
If Not Now (jazzy hook-laden)
Over the Desert (edgy, dynamically arranged adult rock song)
Try to Be (upbeat, feel-good, pop-rock)
Two Tanks of Gas (introspective singer-songwriter piece)
Walking on the Moon (Cover, The Police)
Impasse (Aggressive acoustic rock)
For Love (Post-apocalyptic, artsy folk-rock song)
Arana (edgy, with dark imagery)
Tried (poignant lyrics with a classical feel)
Junction (storytelling, jazz or rock - you decide)
Illusions (bluegrass rhythm, finding-yourself song)
House of the Rising Sun (Cover, original artist unknown)
Second Hand (wistful & clever with quasi-classical feel)
Hero of My Story (dark with a sci-fi tinge)
Precipice (upbeat ballad, with moving arrangement)
Five Years (cover, David Bowie)

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