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"It would be one thing to experience that reaction while reciting the Qur’an in front of a Muslim..."

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 22:35:39 -0400

“It would be one thing to experience that reaction while reciting the Qur’an in front of a Muslim audience, but you can’t expect non-Muslims to be cognizant of the kind of respect that insiders would give to the recitation. I didn’t begin my performance with the Qur’anic recitation for the sake of those in attendance, but because it was meaningful for me to start the concert with a prayer to God. The “woo” guy was simply voicing his appreciation on a musical level, but personally, I had a deeper spiritual intention than simply singing a pretty “concert opener.””

- - Sajida Jalalzai

A Bit Cagey got a mention in a recent post on WoodTurtle, a blog about Islam and feminism. WoodTurtle interviewed ABC’s Sajida Jalalzai about their recent performance in Boston, MA. ABC opened their show with a recitation from the Qur’an, the sacred text of Islam. Sajida discusses why the band decided to begin their performance this way, and why her recitation might cause a stir in some communities.

A Bit Cagey’s Live Debut!

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:50:03 -0400

After months of songwriting, niggling with music software on our laptops, and tinkering with toy pianos, we finally made our live debut on March 26, 2011, in Boston, MA. We were honored to headline a night of incredible performances by amazing acts by runjumpfly, Elephant Sky, John Clements, and Dice Motion.

It was so much fun to share our music with so many friends and who came from near and far to support us.

We hope that this show kicks off a summer of lots of performing. We truly had a blast, and are looking forward to sharing our music with you.
xx
Sajida and Melissa
For booking inquiries, please send a message to booking@abitcagey.com

Set list:

1.    Anything/Current
2.    Windup Toy
3.    Do You Feel Better Now
4.    Dramamine
5.    Passive Manipulation (White Stripes cover)
6.    Savior

A Bit Cagey will be performing on March 26th. Details coming soon!

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 23:05:34 -0500

A Bit Cagey will be performing on March 26th. Details coming soon!

A Bit Cagey at work.

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:19:04 -0500

A Bit Cagey at work.

A Bit Cagey’s latest track. Do You Feel Better Now?

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 23:05:00 -0500

A Bit Cagey’s latest track. Do You Feel Better Now?

A Bit Cagey will be dropping our newest track in a few days.

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 01:15:57 -0400

A Bit Cagey will be dropping our newest track in a few days.

Each time it will be the last time, I promise.

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:14:06 -0400

Each time it will be the last time, I promise.

Kiss summer goodbye. Get ready for ABC.

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 12:04:15 -0400

As always, the summer has flown by and A Bit Cagey are busily working on lots of exciting new tracks for their upcoming EP. Keep an eye out for word on release dates. In other news, ABC were recently seen at a short performance in London, Ontario, where they performed covers from Bjork, Radiohead, and Reindeer Section. We’re still at work writing and rehearsing, and are planning a basement show scheduled for this winter, with more shows to follow. If you want to hear us, please send booking inquiries to booking@abitcagey.com!

Enjoy what remains of the sweet summer days. We look forward to seeing you all soon.

A Bit Cagey

My Turn

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:34:00 -0400

While Sajida endures 106° temperatures in Cairo, I’ve been sweating in Berklee classrooms with broken AC at a much more manageable 87°. But I’ve been packing the information in and am working hard to apply new mixing concepts to A Bit Cagey’s upcoming EP. Beginning in August ABC will be switching gears from recording to rehearsing as we push to have a solid live show ready for the Fall. I have been working hard to map out the live audio so that we can create an authentic wall of sound with only the two of us manning all of the acoustic and electronic parts. In other news, we are blessed to have some talented artists helping to design some limited edition EPs; more on that in the coming months. This is an exciting time for A Bit Cagey—formative and meaningful for our future. We couldn’t be happier about the opportunities that are coming our way. As always, keep checking back for news, have a carefree Summer, and be well.

- Meliss

Greetings from Cairo

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 09:13:56 -0400

This summer I’ve traded in an ever-exciting New York City summer, (complete with free concerts, Shakespeare/opera/jazz in the park, open air-film festivals, and all the gourmet ice cream one can desire) to spend the hot months of June and July in Cairo, Egypt. After over a week in the largest city in Africa and the Arab world, I’m slowly learning about where to find the Cairene hot spots of culture and entertainment, as well. While brushing up on my Arabic, visiting the Pyramids, and niggling with my midi controller in World-Cup-broadcasting cafes (or ‘ahwas, as they’re called in Egyptian Arabic), I’m also taking a class on Middle Eastern music, training with a maestro from a local music troupe. I’m excited to bring these new perspectives and sounds to A Bit Cagey. It’s an incredibly inspirational time for me, and I’ll be sure to keep you all updated.

Sajida

Tom Fec of Tobacco & Black Moth Super Rainbow at the...

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 21:30:00 -0400

Tom Fec of Tobacco & Black Moth Super Rainbow at the Knitting Factory in Brooklyn.

A Bit Cagey spoke with Tom briefly after his amazing show. His input has spurred us on and we’re geared up for future performances!

Incredible. Just one word to describe the final performance of...

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 23:42:00 -0400

Incredible.

Just one word to describe the final performance of Atoms for Peace at the Roseland Ballroom on April 6, 2010. We handed out our demo to fellow fans while waiting in line, and if Thom Yorke’s incredibly friendly publicist is telling us the truth, a copy of our demo is sitting in a “very grateful” Nigel Godrich’s bag. All in all, it was an amazing and inspirational experience. We’re fired up and ready to gig!

(via satiricon) A Bit Cagey had the pleasure of being at the...

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 12:32:47 -0400

(via satiricon)

A Bit Cagey had the pleasure of being at the Atoms for Peace show last night. It was a smashing good time.

Conor Oberst, The Strokes, Spike Jonze & More Donate Items for Haiti Relief Auction

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:47:17 -0500

twentyfourbit:

A Bit Cagey’s Melissa Shampine just alerted us to an awesome new Haitian relief project organized by Little Joy’s Binki Shapiro. Dubbed “Crafts For A Cause,” Shapiro has recruited quite the impressive roster of artists to contribute various decorated items to be auctioned off in support of writer/director Paul Haggis’ charity organization, Artists for Peace and Justice, which is mobilizing a significant relief effort in the disaster-stricken country.

Details about when and where the auction will take place have yet to be posted, but Shapiro is publishing some exciting updates about who is involved in the meantime here. A few examples: Bright Eyes mastermind Conor Oberst is decorating a Fender Strat for the cause, Mars Volta’s Cedric Bixler-Zavala added a design to a skateboard, Fleet Foxes’ Robin Pecknold designed a t-shirt, Vampire Weekend a gym bag, and The Strokes took a studio break to sign a tote bag.

But that’s not all! Shapiro says that many more artists are contributing items to this epic charity auction, including Devendra Banhart, Spike Jonze, Sia, Le Tigre, Mark Ronson, M. Ward and The Black Keys.

Follow “Crafts For a Cause” on Tumblr here or on Twitter here.

We're getting a lot of work done

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 13:05:00 -0500

Name this movie:

“None…more…..black.”

“It’s such a fine line between stupid…and clever.”

“The sustain, listen to it.”
“I don’t hear anything.”
“Well you would though, if it were playing.”

“It sounds…fuckin’ barbershop…Barbershop raga.”

No, but really. We are getting lots of work done, too.