Biography

Makel’s sound is completely distinct and bravely new. Memorable song melodies are supported by the band’s solid musical ability. They have effectively been able to merge pop and rock with a singer/songwriter mentality and deliverance unmatched by any of their contemporaries. In their songs, the listener will always find an ever-present yet different emotion. Makel’s musical versatility is another of its unique attributes. The ability for the band to play its music in either full electric or acoustic format without losing the slightest bit of integrity has paved the way for many more venue opportunities. They truly are a band that feels “at home” on the stage. Simply put, you could say that Makel has one purpose; to create music that inspires, excites, and moves its listeners.

Makel was selected as one of the top bands in the country, which earned them a feature spot in the March 9th issue of RollingStone magazine. Makel was also the winner of the 2005 Mohegan Sun Casino “Battle of the Bands”. The competition is judged by record industry, booking, and radio representatives and is considered by many to be the most prestigious and credible competition in Connecticut. In September 2004, Makel’s song “We Were Once Confused” was nominated as a finalist for VH1 sponsored “Song of the Year.com”. They have also been reviewed by “Music Connection” magazine and the New Haven Advocate. The band is currently looking to expand the reach of their music through various movie, television, soundtrack, and compilation opportunities such as their featured spot on a national compilation at this year’s 2005 “Warped Tour”. Makel is an active supporter of breast cancer research and is currently the only musical band affiliated with the Connecticut chapter of the Susan G. Komen Foundation. The band also personally raises money to support research.

Makel has played the following venues: Mohegan Sun, Up Or On The Rocks, Webster Theater, Webster Theater Underground, Toad’s Place, and Northern Quest Casino to name a few.

Makel has received airplay on the following radio stations: XM Radio Channel 52, 106.9(WCCC), 105.9(River), 99.1(WPLR), 88.7(WNHU), Ultra Radio, and more than 15 PodCast Internet Stations.