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Who We Are...
Erik Molstad
Vocals, Synth, Programming & Percussion
Brian Molstad
Guitar & Backing Vocals
Paul Duquesnoy
Synths & Samples
Sean Behling
Tenor Sax & Effects
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Bio
In 1881, rock, electronic and hip hop fuse together into Electro
Funk Rock. Mix the groove of Crystal Method, the eclectic power
of Faith No More, and the deep swirling tones of Morphine and
you get an idea of 1881's infectious sound. 1881's shows are addictive
and unforgettable which is why the group was nominated for a 2001
WAMI award. Blazing ahead ever since, 1881 always remains true
to the music and true to its fans.
1881 has invaded many venues, including: Shank Hall, The Globe,
G Daddy's BBC, The Rock Shop, Thai Joe's, Reed St. Station, Points
East, Cactus Club, and others. They have done shows with the likes
of Pet Engine, Exit, La Makita Soma, Oh My God, Way To Fall, and
Dorian Gray. The band has also achieved frequent radio airplay
and Internet streams.
1881 is spawned from the creations of singer/songwriter, keyboardist,
and award-winning
remixer Erik Molstad and his twin brother, guitarist Brian
Molstad. The twins have collaborated musically since their childhood
in various bands. In '99, the twins brought in Paul Duquesnoy,
an innovative, Milwaukee-established techno artist for his hard-edge
electro/drum 'n bass rhythms, samples, and soundscapes. And just
recently, 1881 has welcomed tenor sax player/composer Sean Behling
of Minneapolis group Test Type Trio into the band. His soulful
sax sounds and skilled electronic music production is taking 1881's
sound to new heights.
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Latest News
March 2007: Tenor sax player Sean Behling joins 1881.
Played his first show with 1881 on 3/31/07 at The Mosaic in Milwaukee
to a full-house crowd.
May 2006
1881 plays live at WMSE for their Spring Membership Drive
-- hear the full interview and songs on the Media
page.
More 1881 highlights in the Press section.
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