The Superions

The Superions (CD)
Happy Happy Birthday to Me

Release Date:
February 16, 2010

Bio:

Formed in Orlando, FL in 2006, The Superions are the most exciting group to hit the music scene since Elvis or Lady GaGa (or Susan Boyle for that matter). Fred Schneider, Noah Brodie and Dan Marshall were just somewhat normal guys when their bodies, minds, and souls were taken over by alien beings from the planet Superion.

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Media Links & Downloads:

"Totally Nude Island" (The Lolligags Remix) (MP3)

"Totally Nude Island" (Ursula 1000) (VIDEO)

Paula Deen Gets Hit With A Ham! (VIDEO)

"Who Threw That Ham At Me" (VIDEO)

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L-R Noah Brodie, Fred Schneider, Dan Marshall. Photo Credit: Caitlin Sullivan.

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L-R Noah Brodie, Dan Marshall, Fred Schneider. Photo Credit: Caitlin Sullivan.

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4 x 4 in

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www.youtube.com/user/thesuperions
www.facebook.com/fredschneiderIII
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www.blogs.myspace.com/b52fredschneider
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www.myspace.com/happyhappybirthdaytomerecords
www.happyhappybirthtome.blogspot.com
www.itunes.apple.com/us/artist/the-superions/id295199071

Bio (Continued):

Now real talented, they perpetrated magic with their first digital release, Totally Nude Island. Take soft tradewinds, a healthy dose of tropical passion, and a deadly volcano and voila!: an instant classic destined to sell millions, or a lot less, was born.

Following on the heels of this multi-plat... er, real popular song, The Superions return with the new smash "Who Threw That Ham At Me". Destined to be another hit (they hope), "Ham" arrived as a digital single on November 24, 2009, just in time for the holiday season: "Who doesn't love a juicy, fatty, salty, canned ham covered in pineapple slices and those red dye #2 cherries?" asks music programmer Dan Marshall. "I don't" says vocalist, lyricist Fred Schneider. "I'm a vegetarian." "Where's the sweet potatoes with marshmallows?" adds keyboardist Noah Brodie.

"Ham" is a cautionary tale about the serious crime of shoplifting, set to a bouncy disco beat. Fred: "It's based on a true story someone told someone I know." "Yeah, don't do it!" says Dan with a stern countenance. "I saw a woman in a movie stick a big steak down her pants" adds Noah. "Hey you knuckleheads, you forgot The Disco Garbage Can!" squawks Mr. Bird, The World's Smartest Azure Lovebird and advice columnist for 'Ask. Mr. Bird' on Twitter. "Oh boy thanks Mr. B," laughs Fred. "We've created a new dance craze sure to sweep the nation called The Disco Garbage Can."

As they've said, The Superions came to Earth from the planet Superion a few years ago to seek fame and fortune. "Well, actually they asked us to leave" says Fred somewhat wistfully. "What started out as just a fun get-together has turned into a full-time creative endeavor." "I agree Noah," adds Dan, "except we also have full-time jobs too."

"Well planet Superion's loss is Earth's gain," this inquisitive journalist chimes in. "What do you guys like to do in your spare time?" "I'm an ace at Rock Band," says Noah proudly. "Oh please," Fred continues, "remember I got booed off singing 'Love Shack'?" Fred seems depressed by the memory. "I want to study macramé," pipes Dan. "It's truly a dying art." I'm amazed at how busy they all are. "Jeez, what is it you guys don't do?", I ask. "Lunch", The Superions say in unison, and then burst into hearty laughter.

The Superions will release their self-titled EP on Happy Happy Birthday To Me Records on February 16, 2010. The seven-track EP will be available as a digital download, CD and limited edition 12" vinyl and will include two new tracks, "Those Sexy Saucer Gals" and the brand new single "Who Threw That Ham At Me", available now on iTunes. The EP will also include the original version of "Totally Nude Island", the U.S. radio success "Totally Nude Island (Ursula 1000 Remix)" and new remixes of "Totally Nude Island" by The Lolligags and Marshmallow Coast featuring Andy Gonzales, former member of Of Montreal, plus a remix of "Who Threw That Ham At Me" by Casper & The Cookies featuring Jason NeSmith, also a former member of Of Montreal. - Roger Thatt for World Media Universal

Press Quotes:

"...packing enough ham ‘n’ cheese sandwiches and a heaping helping o’ corn to satisfy even the most ravenous at the disco-pop picnic party ... Fred is all about the fun and he brings his odd-pop sensibilities, quirky charm, saucy, nasal tone, and giggle to groan-inducing lyrics to the table" - Jen Stratosphere Fanzine, Delusions Of Adequacy (Feb 25, 2010)

"Kitschy subjects include outer-space seductresses, supermarket shoplifting and tropical hedonism" - Michael David Toth, Cleveland Scene (Feb 24, 2010)

"The disco dance thrill of 'Who Threw that Ham at Me' is undeniable – we double-dare you to sit still. None can resist the smoldering allure of 'Totally Nude Island'" - David Weiss, SonicScoop (Feb 23, 2010)

"...new spunky musical venture ... the kind of music that aims to make you cringe, laugh, dance, and if sufficiently coordinated, do all at once." - Sam Brand, PopEater (Feb 22, 2010)

"It's feel good music, there's no bummers here... That's a party!" - Howard Stern, The Howard Stern Show (Feb 22, 2010)

"Schneider at the top of his whimsical, satirical game. A real crowd pleaser!" - David Hershkovits, Paper Magazine (Feb 19, 2010)

"The Superions EP will feature the hit dance-inducing tracks 'Totally Nude Island', 'Those Sexy Saucer Gals,' and 'Who Threw That Ham at Me'" - Jeff Kuykendall, Optical Atlas (Feb 17, 2010)

"...the place The Superions should really call home is 'Planet Claire'" - Modern Tonic, Towleroad (Feb 16, 2010)

"...quirky electro space rock ... blippy, early eighties futuristic pop" - Russ, Russell's Reviews (Feb 16, 2010)

"Schneider’s latest project, The Superions, showcases both his supreme silliness ('Who Threw That Ham At Me' is one of his most riotous efforts) and influence ... Schneider has delivered a handful of songs that combine sex, sci-fi, shoplifting and a dance called the Disco Garbage Can." - Matthew Fritch, Magnet Magazine (Feb 15, 2010)

"...the funnest and danciest stuff I've heard in a long time ... it's phenomenal. I love it and I can't stop dancing and singing to it." - Krissy Rubbles, New Jamz (Jan 31, 2010)

"'Who Threw That Ham At Me' It is weird and goofy and silly ... it's so ridiculous and catchy that it may just catch on." - Natalie Sugarman, Train of Thought (Jan 28, 0010)

"...full of new wave dance beats and keyboard-fingered melodies" - Gordon Lamb, Flagpole Magazine (Jan 27, 2010)

"The Superions deliver hilarious dance beats." - Jeanette, Eat Sleep Breathe Music (Jan 25, 2010)

"From another planet, indeed."- David Burger, The Salt Lake Tribune (Jan 22, 2010)

"Editor's Pick - From the seductive disco grooves of 'Those Sexy Saucer Gals' to the pulsating electro-pop of the hilarious 'Who Threw That Ham At Me,' The Superions’ new EP sets the stage for more campy fun from the Fred Schneider-led trio." - Peter Lindblad, Goldmine Magazine (Jan 21, 2010)

"...all the kitsch of The B-52s with some vintage 90's dance elements" - Adam Morgan, Surviving The Golden Age (Jan 22, 2010)

"'Who Threw That Ham At Me'... sounds very much like a crazy tune from The B-52's and fans are certain to like it." - Fritz, blog.albumartexchange.com (Jan 20, 2010)

"Fun, fun, fun" - Joe, Joe My God (Jan 20, 2010)

"In The Superions' pulsating new disco-oriented single 'Who Threw That Ham At Me' — great title, by the way — Schneider issues a call for everyone to do — wait for it — 'the disco garbage can.'" - Peter Lindblad, Goldmine Magazine (Nov 13, 2009)

"...a dance beat accompanied [by a] distinctive Southern twang... 'Who Threw That Ham At Me' [the] brand-new single [by] The Superions. The song’s kooky lyrics pay homage to a particular urban legend involving a canned ham, a grocery store, an overcoat and an ill-fated shoplifting attempt." - Richard Eldridge, Atlanta Journal Constitution (Aug 31, 2009)

"Schneider provides the 'demented ’60s travelogue' voice work on the unexpected college radio and iTunes hit ... The Superions' new single, 'Totally Nude Island.'- Richard Eldridge, Atlanta Journal Constitution (May 28, 2009)

"New electro-pop trio The Superions allows The B-52's' Fred Schneider a chance to branch out [with] the hypnotic, somewhat creepy piece of electro-pop tropicalia... 'Totally Nude Island.'" - Peter Lindblad, Goldmine Magazine (Mar 27, 2009)

"I have heard the future of rock 'n' roll and it is nude." - Owen, Plastic Bag (Mar 20, 2009)

"Bow down! They are The Superions!" - StellaVista (Mar 12, 2009)

"Their first single is 'Totally Nude Island' and it’s, as one caller said, 'weirdly kinky'. I pretty much agree with that assessment." - Grant Ruby, A Day In The Life (Mar 04, 2009)

"Fred Schneider is side-stepping to provide vocals for new (and slighly alien) trio The Superions." - auspOp (Mar 03, 2009)

"Just try NOT to bust out a 'strategically placed shell and raise a little hell' while listening! You'll be shimmying around the house nekkid and searching for your tiki lamps before too long." - Binge Thinker, Audible Spark (Mar 15, 2009)

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