Matinee Monster Movies

Dan Holmes

Energetic, piano-driven rockabilly throw back with catchy hooks and entertaining lyrics.

Drawing from the rockabilly sensibilities of yesteryear, this album was written and recorded mostly in two 6-hour sessions. It captures the live energy of the musicians, and highlights Dan Holmes' storytelling and catchy hooks. The themes of sci-fi movies, transportation, and love are presented with memorable choruses. Recorded at Soup Kitchen in San Marcos, TX, and mastered by Nick Landis at Terra Nova Digital Audio in Austin, TX. Artwork by Grego Anderson.

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    Matinee Monster Movies 2:20
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    Kit Kat Clock 2:06
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    My Gal 1:57
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    De-Evolution 1:34
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    Mighty Iron Horse 2:07
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    Beside Myself 2:08
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    Used Paranormal Romance 2:06
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    Kolaches and Coffee 1:47
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    Angora Sweater 1:46
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    Cruisin' 2:30
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    Robots from Space 1:43
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    Betty 2:00
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    A Real Nice Guy 2:01
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    Full-Service Station 1:50
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    Kiss Me, Christine 2:06
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Something's Going Down

Dan Holmes

Inspired by all the great New Orleans music from the 1960's through today, this album was written with deep grooves and lyrical hooks in mind.

This album was inspired by the great New Orleans music, musicians, and composers Dan Holmes loves. From the first downbeat, it's obvious these tunes will groove you. This also is the first album of his to be released on 180 gram vinyl (please contact for purchase info on vinyl). Recorded at Soup Kitchen in San Marcos, TX, and mastered by Jerry Tubb at Terra Nova Digital Audio in Austin, TX.

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    Fixer Man 3:44
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    The Hypnosis 2:04
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    I Need Money 3:05
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    It's You 2:53
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    Meant to Be Together 3:06
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    Thrill Ride 2:43
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    Something's Going Down 3:46
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    Doc Hutch 3:33
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    Big Brass Band 4:00
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    Optimistic Pessimist 2:59
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    Yesterday's News 4:15
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    I'm the Luckiest 2:53
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    Won't You Dance With Me 3:12
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Mismatched And Disheveled

Dan Holmes

New Orleans piano rock mixed with some funky blues as told by a singer, songwriter.

Pulling in the reins from his previous releases, this album was written with the intent of more songs being performed live. There is still some variety in the soundscape, and many of these songs are still performed regularly. Recorded at Soup Kitchen in Indianapolis, and mastered by Lawerence "Boo" Mitchel at Royal Studios in Memphis, TN.

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    Only Love You 2:53
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    Zachariah 3:13
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    Dreams 4:34
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    Shrimp Juice 3:36
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    Mistaken Identity 5:06
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    The Sun Will Rise Again 3:20
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    Mismatched & Disheveled 3:40
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    Sweet Pea 2:19
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    Fool's Gold 3:59
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    Late To Your Own Funeral 2:50
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    Happiness 3:31
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    Wonder What Are The Words 4:22
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    My Time Is Up 5:43
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Burning Down

Dan Holmes

New Orleans rock mixed with some funky blues as told by a singer, songwriter.

His sophomore release still remains one of his most eclectic grouping of songs. This album is a testament to musical ambition. Recorded at Soup Kitchen in Indianapolis, and mastered by Lawerence "Boo" Mitchel at Royal Studios in Memphis, TN.

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    Neighborhood 2:58
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    Burning Down 4:37
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    Not A Thief Anymore 4:17
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    Demon In Disguise 4:10
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    Superstore 3:01
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    Violet Moon 4:00
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    Lost At Sea 2:49
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    Man In This House 4:19
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    Green 3:19
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    Plastic 4:45
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    News 4:36
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    She'd Go On 4:39
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    Must Be Getting Tired 3:01
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Pure

Dan Holmes

New Orleans blues mixed with some funk rock as told by a singer/songwriter.

Dan's debut album met critical acclaim when first released due to the musical journey he takes the listener through on this eclectic mix of styles which represents a diverse musical background.

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    Me & Mine 5:06
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    Prayer 3:24
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    This Later 3:48
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    The Devil 3:02
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    Take That Train 3:56
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    Cornbread Head 1:19
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    Freak Murders 5:58
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    Beginning Of The End 2:08
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    Sweet Eyes 4:09
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    Ghosts In The Attic 4:31
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    Pasadena King 3:35
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    Hurricane 6:14
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    St. Sandy 3:53
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Acoustic I

Dan Holmes

Vibrant, and mellow. Soothing, then dance-your-socks-off. Lyrically complex, with stories to tell of lost sailors, ghosts and dreams, past lives, and current loves, each song will make you think, even as you're dancing in your seat.

Part one of two features the first half of the acoustic piano & vocal sessions recorded at The Static Shack by engineer Alan Johnson in Indianapolis.

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    Mistaken Identity (acoustic version) 4:55
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    Say You Love Me (acoustic version) 3:57
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    Wonder What Are the Words (acoustic version) 3:40
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    Pasadina King (acoustic version) 3:17
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    Completely Blue (acoustic version) 3:39
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    Lost At Sea (acoustic version) 2:44
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    Mismatched and Disheveled (acoustic version) 3:28
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    Me and Mine (acoustic version) 4:34
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    Only Love You (acoustic version) 3:04
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    Sweet Eyes (acoustic version) 3:26
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    Thrill Ride (acoustic version) 2:56
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    Old Fool (acoustic version) 3:49
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    Neighborhood (acoustic version) 3:02
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    Must Be Getting Tired (acoustic version) 2:27
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Acoustic II

Dan Holmes

Vibrant, and mellow. Soothing, then dance-your-socks-off. Lyrically complex, with stories to tell of lost sailors, ghosts and dreams, past lives, and current loves, each song will make you think, even as you're dancing in your seat.

Part two of two features the other half of the acoustic piano & vocal sessions recorded at The Static Shack by engineer Alan Johnson in Indianapolis.

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    The Wolf (acoustic version) 3:22
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    Violet Moon (acoustic version) 3:22
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    Dreams (acoustic version) 2:24
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    Old Tin Roof (acoustic version) 3:23
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    Sweet Pea (acoustic version) 2:31
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    Zachariah (acoustic version) 2:55
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    Not A Theif Anymore (acoustic version) 4:14
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    Fool's Gold (acoustic version) 3:01
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    Hurricane (acoustic version) 5:56
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    Sun Will Rise Again (acoustic version) 3:21
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    Cricket In My Kitchen (acoustic version) 3:06
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    Late to Your Own Funeral (acoustic version) 2:25
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    Prayer (acoustic version) 3:16
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    Superstore (acoustic version) 3:22
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Good Tidings

Dan Holmes & Bill Ritter

A Christmas album with instrumental, jazzy music.

Dan Holmes and Bill Ritter were inseparable musically for many years. After a discussion on what the next album would be, an instrumental Christmas album was decided upon. Recorded and produced in just a few sessions, it is a perennial favorite!

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    O Christmas Tree 2:36
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    Good King Wenceslas 3:04
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    Here We Come A'Wassailing 2:34
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    We Three Kings 3:07
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    God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen 3:42
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    Greensleeves 4:38
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    Angels We Have Heard on High 2:03
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    I Saw Three Ships 1:28
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    Jingle Bells 1:47
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    Deck the Halls 2:29
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    O Little Town of Bethlehem 2:39
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    O Come, O Come Emmanuel 4:01
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    Silent Night 3:29
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    We Wish You a Merry Christmas 1:08
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