MGMT

MGMT is a New York state-based group formed in 2002. The band consists of multi-instrumentalists Andrew VanWyngarden (vocals, guitar, keyboards) and Ben Goldwasser (vocals, keyboards, synths, drums), both alumni of Wesleyan University. Originally the band was named "Management," but it was later changed when they found out there were several other bands with that name.

Their most popular songs are "Time to Pretend" , which has been featured on the motion pictures "21" and "Sex Drive" and on the TV shows "Skins", "Gossip Girl" & "90210", (the music video has reached over 6,000,000 views on YouTube) and "Electric Feel", their most purchased single on iTunes.

Electronic Indie Dance Rock began as a thesis project from music majors at Wesleyan University. They used to be known as "The Management" with songs about not quite growing up and a lot of nonsense. Despite this, 'MGMT' is pronounced by saying each letter.

Andrew VanWyngarden, one of the MGMT figureheads, is currently collaborating with of Montreal's Kevin Barnes, with plans to release a record in 2008 under the name Blikk Fang. MGMT was on tour with Of Montreal in late 2005 (and again in 2007) and VanWyngarden appeared on stage during some performances on of Montreal's summer '06 tour.


From The Blogsphere

The Chum Bucket: MGMT Turned Down Jay-Z + More

via spinner.com ( 17 Days ago )
Filed under: The Chum BucketWow, MGMT. Hard to imagine saying no to a collaboration offer from Jay-Z. [ONTD]Director Robert Zemeckis has reached out to Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr to participate in his 'Yellow Submarine' remake. Good thinking. [The Daily Swarm]A top-10 list dedicated to the man who made an art form out of music videos. [Pop Tarts Suck Toasted]The UK is airing [...]

MGMT take up surfing while recording second album

via nme.com ( 38 Days ago )
Andrew VanWyngarden also speaks about 'dark' new album 'Congratulations'

MGMT set for Kanye West protege Kid CuDi's debut album

via nme.com ( 81 Days ago )
MGMT make an appearance on the forthcoming debut album from Kanye West protege Kid CuDi, it has been revealed.

MGMT, Silversun Pickups added to free 'Soul Collective' US tour

via nme.com ( 88 Days ago )
MGMT, Silversun Pickups, Against Me! and Major Lazer have been added to the ongoing 'Soul Collective' US tour.

Band of the Week: Empire of the Sun

via pastemagazine.com ( 112 Days ago )
Hometown: Perth, AustraliaAlbum: Walking on a DreamBand Members: Luke Steele, Nick LittlemoreFor Fans Of: MGMT, Passion Pit, SantigoldEmpire of the Sun frontman Luke Steele wanted to up the ante of his band's first live performance this September with the addition of a real tiger to the stage show, but the plans hit a snag. Unbeknownst to him, tigers have stringent concert clauses, [...]

Islands, 'No You Don't' -- Free MP3 of the Day

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Jay-Z Pulls MGMT Into the Hip-Hop Game

via spinner.com ( 122 Days ago )
Filed under: News, New Music, ExclusiveJay-Z's upcoming album, 'The Blueprint 3,' is stocked with R&B and hip-hop superstars like Rihanna and Kanye West, along with up-and-comers Kid Cudi and Drake. But the cameo list includes at least one unlikely name: MGMT. Jay confirmed Wednesday that the Brooklyn-based psych-pop duo will be heard on the album, Jay's first for Atlantic Records [...]

Jay-Z Replacing Beastie Boys at All Points West

via thesource.com ( 123 Days ago )
On the heels of the shocking announcement of Adam Yauch of the Beastie Boys’ having cancer, Jay-Z has stepped up to replace the Beastie Boys at the All Points West festival in New Jersey. On July 31st, Hova will top the bill with a mostly rock card which includes Coldplay, Tool, MGMT, The Yeah Yeah Yeah’s and more. Jigga has headlined festivals overseas like England’s [...]

MGMT set to feature on Jay-Z's new album

via nme.com ( 123 Days ago )
MGMT are set to appear on Jay-Z's new album, 'The Blueprint 3'.

The Visibility Principle

via fastcompany.com ( 126 Days ago )
Shown above is the desk of Alicia Cheng, a graphic designer whose Brooklyn-based firm MGMT creates exhibitions, publications, and identities for cultural clients. Cheng's desk may be cluttered, but it's beautiful. A pile of paper sits next to her keyboard. Books lean against a sorting tray. The wall is covered with calendars, contact sheets, works in progress, and odd bits of inspiration. [...]