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American rocker, motivational speaker, advice columnist and self-proclaimed “King of Positive Partying,” Andrew W.K. focuses on “what it is to be alive — meaning, motivation, mind set, and making dreams come true, all included in a celebration of life itself — and all with a positive and honest outlook” on America W.K.!

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There is something inherently intoxicating and memorable about the auditory bouquet of Nightmare Fortress. Perfecting their kinetic, alienated dreamscape sound since 2011, the Seattle group’s debut long-player, The Wanting, is an immaculate collection of high-strung synergy, bound to get the mind thinking while dirtying the dance floor.

Nightmare Fortress is Alicia Amiri (vocals), Colin Roper (synths), Blair Field (synths), and Cassidy Gonzales (guitar), who, with the assistance of producer Erik Blood (Shabazz Palaces, THEESatisfaction, Crypts), have crafted a sound on the darker side of the pop spectrum, showcasing a divine chemistry that gives their intricate orchestrations a potent punch. Where synths drip in layers of swirling, lush harmonies operating in a perfect parallel with tense yet tranquil string work, the backbone of­ synthetic drums offers a crisp, driving metronome with snare snaps that penetrate throughout. As the centerpiece, Amiri’s sharp voice soars through the rhythm’s open spaces, slowly unfurling in a grand, cinematic arc.

With a selection of cuts to rival that of an 80’s slasher - do your ears a favor and scale up the dark, dangerous, bewitchingly beautiful walls of the Nightmare Fortress.

They have supported bands in the Pacific Northwest and down the west coast including Austra, Crystal Castles, Peter Hook & the Light, Trust, A Place to Bury Strangers, Cold Cave, ADULT., Niki & the Dove, Tearist, Grave Babies and more. 

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Gary Malkin is an award-winning media composer, public speaker, and music and health innovator who inspires the world to embrace music as a catalyst for healing, mindfulness and a more meaningful life. His work redefines the role of music in healthcare, education and corporate America. A multiple Emmy, Clio, and ASCAP award recipient, Gary spent twenty-five years composing music for film, television and socially responsible documentaries, preparing him to develop innovative musical solutions for many of social and health challenges facing our society. Gary has been developing music-infused resources to help people from all walks of life face life’s significant transitions with greater mindfulness, presence, and compassion. His globally acclaimed audio resource, Graceful Passages, (co-created with Michael Stillwater) has touched nearly 500,000 people worldwide, providing more compassionate choices for those facing the end-of-life process. In 2011, he co-authored Safe in the Arms of Love, offering another award-winning CD/Book to share more empowering choices for parents during the process of pregnancy and birthing. Out of this book has emerged a social impact musical theatre production entitled “Can You Hear Me Baby: Stories about Sex, Love, and OMG Birth!, co created with Gary’s creative partners, Lisa Rafel, music and healing expert, and Psychologist, David Surrenda, Ph.D.  He also has produced a new contemplative film genre called WisdomFilms™ (now available worldwide on GaiamTV) which embeds wisdom, music and breathtaking nature images to disseminate inspiring messages from leading global thought leaders such as Deepak Chopra, Desmond Tutu, and Thich Nath Hanh for greater mindfulness and stress reduction during these overwhelming times. Gary is especially proud to be collaborating with former HeartMath CEO, Bruce Cryer in “What Makes Your Heart Sing” a dynamic multi-media presentation that promotes the importance of designing our lives around the things of which we’re most passionate. Whether delighting audiences, creating media that opens people’s hearts, or developing healing, music-infused resources, Gary is a master of using music and media to reconnect us to what matters most.

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