The Moldy Peaches

Artist Bio

The Moldy Peaches were established in the mid-90s by Adam Green and Kimya Dawson, after meeting in upstate New York. They helped popularize the “anti-folk” music genre movement, bringing a more quirky, lo-fi punk element into the indie music scene. Originally a duo composed of Kimya Dawson and Adam Green, they expanded into a 6-piece live band along with members Brent Cole, Jack Dishel, Toby Goodshank, and Steven Mertens. Following the release of their debut album The Moldy Peaches on Rough Trade Records in 2001, they embarked with The Strokes on both bands' first world tour. Known for their sense of humour, whimsy and self-deprecation, the debut album featured gems like "Downloading Porn With Dave" and "Who’s Got The Crack." In 2002, the band members decided to part ways to work on their solo projects.

Later, their song "Anyone Else But You" became a surprise hit when it was featured on the Grammy-winning soundtrack of the Academy Award-winning 2007 film Juno; and reignited the album’s cult popularity.

Since then, the two founders have had continued success in their respective solo careers. Kimya Dawson has also made children’s albums, and collaborated with many artists including Aesop Rock, They Might Be Giants, and The Mountain Goats. Adam Green has released several albums on Rough Trade, as well as showing exhibitions of his visual art and making acclaimed films such as Adam Green's Aladdin.

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