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The 65's
Biography
In 1974, a Time magazine article, entitled “Return of a Supergroup,” quipped that the supergroup was a “potent but short-lived rock phenomenon” which was an “amalgam formed by the talented malcontents of other bands.”
Aside from the “short-lived” part, that definition pretty much also describes The 65’s.
The indie-rock quartet hails from the suburbs of NYC and its line-up of talented malcontents include Joe Vocaturo on vocals and guitar; John Steele on drums; Cindi Merklee on bass and vocals; with Dan Smith on guitar and vocals.
If you think you’ve heard some of those names before, it’s because you have. Vocaturo and Steele most recently played together in the alt-country band The Dark Brothers. Over the years, Joe also played with punk/rock outfits Puggle and c.i. Infidels while John’s sordid musical career included a long stint in Electric Frankenstein and guitar duties in The High School Sweethearts. Cindi cut her teeth in Balloon Squad in the 1990s and has spent the better part of the last decade making the rounds as a singer/songwriter. Dan was a part of the 1990s power pop trio Shirk Circus and has spent time on the acoustic circuit as well.
A band comprised of rockers who are also accustomed to playing unplugged in coffee shops, The 65’s not only have the skills to write and perform sophisticated, intelligent music, but they also possess the unique ability to craft intimate lyrics and connect with an audience. That’s not to say they can’t bring it loud.
In short, The 65’s represent some of the area’s finest talent who create great, original music that embodies the independent spirit. Who do they sound like? Themselves. Their abilities are as eclectic as their influences; there are no clichés here. This is a great thing for music lovers, and a bad thing for their “other bands.”
Discography
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Strike Hard!
DRM024
Release date December 13, 2011
Latest News
New 65's Video
Wed Feb 8, 10:56 PMCheck out the new video of “Walk On Selfishly,” the lead single from The 65’s debut CD Strike Hard!.
The Aquarian weighs in on "Strike Hard!"
Fri Jan 6, 11:34 PMAnother rave review for Strike Hard!, the debut record by The 65’s – click “Read More” to, umm, read more.
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Guy Capecelatro III
North for the Winter
North for the Winter is 18 sharp vignettes full of musical and lyrical surprises. Musical saw, singing bowls and bouzouki compliment the usual lineup of guitar, bass and drums for a cinematic take on Americana marked by Capecelatro’s subliminal melodies and erudite lyrics.
We’re pleased to present you with the beautiful collection of lonely winter songs: North for the Winter. Get the download alone for just $7.99, or buy the CD for $13.99 and get the download free.
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cuppa joe
Tunnel Trees
Here’s the long-awaited return of the home-spun indie pop of South Jersey’s Cuppa Joe. These ten tracks are among the more personal, lovely songs we’ve had the pleasure to release. Get the download alone for just $7.99, or buy the CD for $13.99 and get the download free!
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The 65's
Strike Hard!
We’re incredibly proud and thrilled to present to you Strike Hard!, the unbelievable debut LP from The 65’s.
Joe Wawrzyniak of Jersey Beat says “there’s a real depth and maturity at work here that’s both affecting and impressive in equal measure. A sterling album.”
Pick up your copy on CD or digital download today!
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North for the Winter, the forthcoming album from New Hampshire songwriter Guy Capecelatro III, is a beautiful collection of short stories. Featuring guest performances by members of Unbunny, Film School, Tigersaw and more, this incredible record hits the streets on February 21.
