Modern Mod

Formed in Madison, WI in the summer of 2012 four offbeat personalities that, in the simplest way of putting it, just kind of ended up together in this strange act of fate. Comprised of an ex ballerina, a child basketball prodigy, a poetic introvert and a giant blonde boy the band Modern Mod was born. They have made their way from creating music in a dingy basement, to playing out regularly, making an album, a music video and a name for themselves all in just a year.

From the release of their debut album, Tunnels, Modern Mod has quickly earned their spot as a local favorite. Officially released on April 21, 2014, Tunnels has proven that the talents of these young musicians will not go unnoticed, receiving front and center display at local record stores, multiple, positive critic reviews and radio airplay from Wisconsin to California to New York to Chicago and beyond.

Their sound has been dubbed as duo of 60s surf rock with ethereal harmonies similar to the likes of the beach boys as well as distinct jangly guitar sounds, combined with a 80s Euro pop feel, having catchy, dancey melodies, and lead vocals that are comparable to German Nena. They have also have been compared to contemporaries such as Best Coast, Alvvays, La Luz and The Pixies. Modern Mod has performed all over the Midwest, playing shows at illustrious events such as Summerfest, and opening for the likes of Matt and Kim, J.D Samson and Men, Oberhofer, Phox, Blue October and The Weakenders.