Biography
NOWisNOW is an energetic power trio formed in 2001 by singer/songwriter Mitch Alden in Portland , Maine . The band maintains an ambitious schedule of over 200 dates annually and delivers a steady repertoire of high-energy alternative rock covers and originals (penned by Alden). The band's steady circuit includes ski bars in New Hampshire and Maine, patio gigs around New England, and a few New York City rock clubs. The band occasionally appears in a scaled-down acoustic trio format or as a duo.
The tight rhythm section features Chip Brindamour (bass, vocals) and Louis Dugal (drums) - both professional musicians with extensive musical backgrounds - whose musical prowess supports Alden's high energy performances to create the dynamic NOWisNOW experience. Alden performs several solo gigs on acoustic guitar and has garnered a dedicated fan base of friends and followers.
NOWisNOW has released three full-length CD's: Transitions, 2002, Days of Summer, 2004, & Never Go Back, 2007. Mitch has also released a full-length solo CD, Old Habits, 2011.
Mitch exclusively plays D'Addario strings.
Press Releases (2004 - Present)
portland old port entertainer of the week, 11.05.13
good
day maine digs NOW is NOW, 6.24.11
CD review: Alden switches speeds and carries his solo debut with
incredible voice
GO! / The Portland Press Herald, 1.20.11 - "'Alden's got
a voice with enough of a bite to keep me interested in what he has to
say."
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Mitch Alden--of NOW is NOW--releases a solo album that continues his
legacy of finely-crafted, infectious songs"
the kennebec journal /
compact discussions, 1.20.11 - "To say that I've been a fan of the
Portland-based singer-songwriter-rocker Mitch Alden would be a gross
understatement."
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Is it Now? Mitch Alden's solo debut
The Portland Phoenix, 1.20.11 -
"If you're the type who likes long, exhilarating hikes and often admires the
view, and you need a pick-me-up, throw this in the player, and get
road-tripping."
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"Music athlete" Mitch Alden releases his first solo album
the
conway daily sun, 1.07.11 - "'I call myself a music athlete,' Mitch Alden, of
the band NOW is NOW, said."
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demolition
good times magazine, 12.01.06 - "This is clearly one of
Maine's finest rock bands."
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the night is young
portland press herald, 10.27.06 - " 'Never Go
Back' is their third record, and I dare say it's my favorite."
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what's happening
kennebec journal, 10.27.06 - "NOW is NOW's latest
CD delivers."
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summer lasts forever
portland phoenix, 10.26.06 - "Cynics will
find little to like here."
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weekly editorial
the gazette, 10.25.06 - "Now is Now frontman
turned his back on the bright lights and big city to live his dream playing
the music he loves."
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living the dream and loving it
the citizen, 10.24.06 - "Stuff is
happening in a good way," said Alden. "If this is a dream, I'm living it and
loving it.'
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what's happening
kennebec journal, 10.20.06 - "Upbeat assessments
come from Mitch Alden, frontman/guitarist for the popular Maine act NOW is
NOW."
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more
the beat report
portland phoenix, 06.02.06 - "Now-Is-Now's Mitch
Alden has announced plans for the band's third full-length, tentatively titled
Never Go Back."
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a positive day of summer
conway daily sun, 08.13.04 - "Stressing
positive messages within his songs, Alden shares his views of the world within
strong narratives, images and words."
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CD reviews by FACE
face magazine, 08.09.04 - "This really feels
like a solid effort from one of Maine's best artists!"
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NOW is NOW releases 2nd CD
northern lights, 07.01.04 - "Alden is
consistent with his songwriting building finely crafted songs with each and
every track, while Carroll and Paul lay down rock-solid rhythmic
foundations."
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CD reviews
portland phoenix, 06.24.04 - "Days of Summer is a
significant upgrade on the already strong Transitions, and Now Is Now's many
ardent fans certainly won't be disappointed."
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