Category: Moonlight Desires

0 MOONLIGHT DESIRES Blast To The Past w/ A-HA Cover Video “Take On Me” and New EP “Totally Tubular 80’s Party Machine” Out Nov 2026

October 23, 2026
by Asher
· Moonlight Desires · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – October 23, 2026

MOONLIGHT DESIRES Blast To The Past with A-HA Cover Video “Take On Me”

and New EP “Totally Tubular 80’s Party Machine” Out Nov 2026

L-R: Joey DeLeo (Guitar) / Crissy Stixx (Drums) / Trevor Ziebarth (Vocals, Guitar) / Jay Ziebarth (Vocals) / Mitch Thompson (Lead Guitar) / Tyler Siroky (Bass)
Photo Credit – Randy Gilbert

Hamilton, ON’s nostalgia-fueled hard rockers MOONLIGHT DESIRES return with their biggest party yet. Six years after their last studio release, the band is set to unleash their new EP “Totally Tubular 80’s Party Machine” on November 27, 2026 via Infamous Butcher Records. To celebrate the announcement, the band is now streaming the first single and music video, a high-energy reimagining of A-ha’s timeless classic “Take On Me”.

Known for transforming beloved ’80s pop hits into guitar-driven rock anthems, Moonlight Desires continues its mission of injecting nostalgia with a shot of adrenaline. The seven-track EP showcases the band’s signature blend of soaring hooks, crunchy riffs, and sing-along choruses while remaining faithful to the spirit of the original songs.

Selected by new frontman Jay Ziebarth, “Take On Me” serves as the perfect introduction to the band’s next chapter.

“This song is basically about the risks of romance and taking a chance on love before the opportunity slips away. It’s also one of the most instantly recognizable ’80s hits of yesteryear. The nostalgia is thick with this one, and we tried to keep the arrangement close to the source material while still making it sound fresh. This song is the match that ignites a full raucous collection of hits,” says guitarist Trevor Ziebarth.

Watch the video for “Take On Me” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SK7f_Nq4sxc

Add to your Spotify playlist – https://fanlink.tv/moonlightdesires

Featuring explosive performances, thunderous drums, and towering guitar melodies, Moonlight Desires approached the material differently this time around. Rather than completely reinventing the source material, the band chose to preserve the core arrangements and recognizable moments that made these songs legendary while amplifying the energy with a heavier modern rock attack.

“We’re trying to invoke all those warm memories you have of ’80s MTV, plus a dash of ’90s MuchMusic, and deliver them back to you wrapped in a louder, grungier, grittier package. When we were choosing a tracklist for this EP, we knew we wanted to make an upbeat, party-focused album while still maintaining all the moody rock sensibilities the band has become known for. Expect heavy nostalgia and an explosion of riffs,” explains Trevor Ziebarth.

The new release also marks a significant turning point for Moonlight Desires as bassist and longtime crowd favorite Jay Ziebarth officially steps into the role of primary frontman. Known for his infectious stage presence and ability to transform venues into full-scale “dance mosh pits,” Jay’s expanded vocal role brings a fresh energy to the band’s sound while preserving everything fans have come to expect from a Moonlight Desires performance.

“With this new EP, we are officially passing the frontman torch over to Jay Ziebarth. His vocal stylings and high-energy live performances have always been a staple at a Moonlight Desires show, so now we’ve given him more of an outlet for this showmanship. With bigger production, bigger hits, and a new frontman, Moonlight Desires might have reached our peak form,” says Trevor.

Adding further firepower to the release, acclaimed Failure drummer Kellii Scott performs throughout the EP after collaborating remotely from Los Angeles. The recordings were completed with longtime producer Mitch Bowden at Mechanical Noise Studios in Dunnville, Ontario.

The EP artwork also embraces the band’s deep-rooted love affair with ’80s culture. Captured by photographer Randy Gilbert during the filming of the “Take On Me” video, the cover features the band posing beside a replica DeLorean famously associated with Back to the Future, perfectly encapsulating the release’s retro-meets-modern aesthetic.

Fans can expect a collection packed with iconic hits reborn through Moonlight Desires‘ distinctive hard rock lens, including Cyndi Lauper’s “Girls Just Want to Have Fun,” Dexys Midnight Runners’ “Come On Eileen,” Bronski Beat’s “Smalltown Boy,” Peter Schilling’s “Major Tom (Coming Home),” Madonna’s “Material Girl,” and Spandau Ballet’s “True.”

After more than a decade of transforming guilty pleasures into guitar-fueled party anthems, Moonlight Desires returns with what may be their most ambitious and entertaining release yet.

Recommended for fans of Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, The Ataris, Foo Fighters, Soundgarden, and anyone who ever made a mixtape from MTV, “Totally Tubular 80’s Party Machine” will be out on all digital platforms on November 27, 2026, via Infamous Butcher Records.

EP pre-save – https://moonlightdesires.bandcamp.com/

Randy Gilbert (Photographer) & Brad Machry (Graphics & Layout)

Track Listing:
1. Take on Me (3:19) (A-ha Cover)
2. Girls Just Wanna Have Fun (2:43) (Cyndi Lauper Cover)
3. Come on Eileen (3:37) (Dexys Midnight Runners Cover)
4. Small Town Boy (2:49) (Bronski Beat Cover)
5. Major Tom (Coming Home) (3:28) (Peter Schilling Cover)
6. Material Girl (3:51) (Madonna Cover)
7. True (4:20) (Spandau Ballet Cover)
EP Length: 24:05

EP Band Lineup:
Jay Ziebarth – Vocals
Trevor Ziebarth – Vocals, Guitar, Bass
Marco Bressette – Lead Guitar
Mitch Bowden – Lead Guitar
Kellii Scott – Drums

Live Band Lineup:
Jay Ziebarth – Vocals
Trevor Ziebarth – Vocals, Guitar
Mitch Bowden – Lead Guitar
Joey DeLeo – Guitar
Crissy Stixx – Drums

More info:

https://www.moonlightdesires.ca/

https://www.facebook.com/moonlightdesires

https://www.instagram.com/moonlightdesiresband

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What the press has said:

“Moonlight Desires takes delight in taking synth-laden pop hits from the ’80s and turning them into heavy metal monsters.” – The Hamilton Spectator – At The Movies (2020)

“Just the tonic we need in these times, putting a little smile on your face and plenty of riffs for your bucks.” – Get Ready To Rock – At The Movies (2020)

“Moonlight Desires is fun… like, a lot of fun… and everyone should have some fun tonight. So rip it up, everybody Wang Chung tonight!” – V13 – At The Movies (2020)

“I just wish there were more than the four songs on here, because what’s on offer is great. I’ve played the EP on a loop since I popped it on to review it and it’s definitely going to keep on playing. None of the tracks are hugely different from their original recordings, but it doesn’t matter. They’re all just designed for being sung out loud, and you can warble along in the kitchen to these new versions as easily as you could have back when shoulder pads were in fashion… A great little compilation that will raise a smile as much as your singing voice.” – Moshville Times – At The Movies (2020)

“The Canadian band Moonlight Desires, who specialize in turning ’80s pop songs into guitar-driven songs, turn to classic ’80s movie songs for the four track EP At The Movies… It’s a fun blast from the past that will appeal to those of us who saw those movies in the theater when they were originally released along with the younger generation who discovered them via streaming services or cable TV.” – Heavy Music Headquarters – At The Movies (2020)

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0 EPK – Moonlight Desires – Totally Tubular 80’s Party Machine (2026) (Infamous Butcher Records)

October 21, 2026
by Asher
· EPKs · Moonlight Desires

EPK – Moonlight Desires – Totally Tubular 80’s Party Machine (2026) (Infamous Butcher Records)

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“This EP is a step in a new direction, promoting the band’s older Ziebarth brother Jay from bass to full-time frontman! We also decided to keep the arrangements of these classics closer to the original 80’s versions to maximize the nostalgic trip. The process of this EP was slightly different this time as Jay selected more mainstream hits that will bring the ladies to the dance floor, while adding his high-energy vocal stylings to more tracks. This collection of songs is an undeniably fun nostalgia bomb but presented with a modern twist!” – Trevor Ziebarth – Vocals, Guitar, Bass – Moonlight Desires

For fans of Sons of Butcher, Danko Jones, Foo Fighters, Me First and the Gimme Gimme’s, The Dirty Nil

Band: Moonlight Desires
EP Title: Totally Tubular 80’s Party Machine
Release Date: Nov. 27, 2026
Label: Infamous Butcher Records
Distribution: Indiepool
Genre: Rock
Location of Band: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Moonlightdesires.ca | Facebook.com/moonlightdesires | X.com/MoonlightDesiresBand1 | Youtube.com/massivexplosion | Instagram.com/moonlightdesiresband

Moonlightdesires.bandcamp.com | Spotify | Apple Music

“Moonlight Desires takes delight in taking synth-laden pop hits from the ’80s and turning them into heavy metal monsters.” – The Hamilton Spectator – At The Movies (2020)

“Just the tonic we need in these times, putting a little smile on your face and plenty of riffs for your bucks.” – Get Ready To Rock – At The Movies (2020)

“Moonlight Desires is fun… like, a lot of fun… and everyone should have some fun tonight. So rip it up, everybody Wang Chung tonight!” – V13 – At The Movies (2020)

Track Listing:
1. Take on Me (3:19) (A-ha Cover)
2. Girls Just Wanna Have Fun (2:43) (Cyndi Lauper Cover)
3. Come on Eileen (3:37) (Dexys Midnight Runners Cover)
4. Small Town Boy (2:49) (Bronski Beat Cover)
5. Major Tom (Coming Home) (3:28) (Peter Schilling Cover)
6. Material Girl (3:51) (Madonna Cover)
7. True (4:20) (Spandau Ballet Cover)
EP Length: 24:05

EP Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Moonlight Desires
• All songs written by: Various Artists
• Produced and Mixed by: Mitch Bowden
• Mastered by: Bill Hendersen at Azimuth Mastering
• Album Artwork by: Randy Gilbert (Photographer) & Brad Machry (Graphics & Layout)
• Member of SOCAN
• Canadian Content (MAPL)

EP Band Lineup:
Jay Ziebarth – Vocals
Trevor Ziebarth – Vocals, Guitar, Bass
Marco Bressette – Lead Guitar
Mitch Bowden – Lead Guitar
Kellii Scott – Drums

Live Band Lineup:
Jay Ziebarth – Vocals
Trevor Ziebarth – Vocals, Guitar
Mitch Bowden – Lead Guitar
Joey DeLeo – Guitar
Crissy Stixx – Drums

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About the EP Artwork:

Photographer Randy Gilbert came to our music video shoot for A-Ha’s classic “Take On Me”, and he captured a great photo of us posing with a rented DeLorean from “Back to the Future”. We decided it had a great modern 80’s vibe and made it the cover of the EP!

About the EP as a whole (LYRICALLY & MUSICALLY):

This album features a curated collection of 80’s hits, and we did not alter the original lyrics. We took aim at some of the biggest mainstream classics that we thought could handle a heavy rock makeover. We approached these covers in a slightly different way this time, keeping the original arrangements mostly intact instead of a full reimagining like some past albums. The result is these high-octane versions of songs we all know that maintain the original vibes while cranking the intensity up to 10.

Track by Track (LYRICALLY & MUSICALLY):

1. “Take On Me” – This song is basically about the risks of romance and taking a chance on love before the opportunity slips away. It’s also one of the most instantly recognizable 80s hits of yesteryear. Selected by Jay, this jacked-up version gets the EP off to a roaring start. The nostalgia is thick with this one, and we tried to keep the arrangement close to the source material while still making it sound fresh. This song is the match that ignites a full raucous collection of hits.

2. “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” – A track about female independence never sounded so heavy! Speeding up this bona fide 80’s banger, we tried to prove once again that there’s a wicked alchemy in the marriage of pop and hard rock. Turning synth lines into guitar leads and anthemic choruses into battle calls, this radio staple with a message about women wanting the freedom to enjoy their lives on their own terms becomes amplified by a male voice, while also being a fun and lightly ironic take.

3. “Come On Eileen” – This song about young desire, attraction, and wanting to break free from a dull life is another 80’s earworm that has stood the test of time. Long requested by fans, this track finally gets its metal dip, and features a return to the original Moonlight Desires sound, with vocalist Trevor Ziebarth singing this track. Musically transformed synth parts make for a multi-layered wall of ‘guitarmony’ that helps propel this classic sing-along track into the stratosphere!

4. “Small Town Boy” – This is a song about a gay man leaving his hometown after facing rejection and hostility for the promise of a better life. We decided to use a live version of Bronski Beat’s song to model ours after, because it was a perfectly condensed arrangement. One of the biggest choruses from the decade, this relatable song about feeling like an outsider in your hometown still rips!

5. “Major Tom (Coming Home)” – A fan-written sequel to David Bowie’s ‘Space Oddity ’, this track is the one obscure selection on the EP. The bass line in this song has a standout groove that propels the song toward an explosive chorus and tapestry of lead guitar parts. Chunky guitar riffs and big drums help to keep the momentum while sounding huge and anthemic.

6. “Material Girl” – This undeniable monster hit by Madonna is the heaviest song on the EP. Tuned down to Drop B, the guitars and bass growl as Jay chews the vocals with a fresh tenacity. This metal-leaning revamp of a universally loved song reinforces the infectious party vibe that we were hoping to capture with this EP. This track has a huge energy that careens into an explosive climax by the end.

7. “True” – This song about struggling to find the words to express feelings of love was a perfect candidate to close out the EP. With a huge and unforgettable chorus, the song was ripe for a gritty adaptation, and we once again kept the arrangement close to ground zero. Why mess with perfection!? This track features some of the biggest guitar tones and hardest-hitting drums, and ends this 80s-soaked grab bag of bangers in an epic fashion!

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STORY ANGLES / FUN FACTS ABOUT THE BAND

1. Kellii Scott of the band Failure was hired to play drums on this EP. He is one of our favourite drummers of all time, and it was an honour to have him grace these tracks with his hard-hitting rhythmic sensibilities.

2. We rented a replica DeLorean car from the “Back to the Future” movie franchise for a music video shoot for the track “Take On Me”. It’s a bit of a comedic video that depicts Jay presenting the vehicle as an option for a new touring vehicle for the band. It was also directed by Rob Lindsay (Air Farce / No Responders Left Behind / Why Horror? / Go-Boy! Memories of a Life Behind Bars).

3. After playing gigs for many years and having bassist Jay Ziebarth take over main vocals for a portion of the set, it was decided that Jay would take on full frontman status for this latest outing. His unmatched live energy could not be contained any longer! With longtime Moonlight Desires live musician Tyler Siroky taking over full-time bass duties, Jay is now the dancer-in-chief leading the live chaos.

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L-R: Joey DeLeo (Guitar) / Crissy Stixx (Drums) / Trevor Ziebarth (Vocals, Guitar) / Jay Ziebarth (Vocals) / Mitch Thompson (Lead Guitar) / Tyler Siroky (Bass)
Photo Credit – Randy Gilbert

Moonlight Desires might only play ’80s cover songs, but dismissing them as just another cover band would be a mistake. Formed by longtime Hamilton, ON musician Trevor Ziebarth (Actor, Writer, and Composer for Teletoon’s cult adult animated series Sons of Butcher), Moonlight Desires transforms beloved synth-driven pop hits into loud, guitar-heavy rock anthems packed with nostalgia, energy, and attitude.

“For those unfamiliar, I created a television show with my brother Jay Ziebarth back in 2005 called Sons of Butcher,” explains Trevor. “The show aired on Teletoon and was sold to over 200 countries worldwide. As a companion to the series, we released comedy rock albums and toured across Canada. During those tours, we’d often perform heavier versions of classic ’80s songs that quickly became fan favourites. The response was so strong that it eventually inspired the formation of Moonlight Desires.”

Paying tribute to their Canadian roots, the band adopted their name from the iconic Gowan hit “Moonlight Desires.”

“I wanted a direct reference to an ’80s song, but I also thought it fit perfectly with the band’s heavier direction,” says Ziebarth,

Since emerging in 2013, Moonlight Desires has steadily built its reputation by reimagining timeless pop classics through a distinctly hard rock lens. Their 2014 debut album, Frankie Goes To Hamilton, delivered a rollicking collection of transformed radio favourites, while 2017’s Just The Hits: 1981-1985 turned classics like Corey Hart’s “Sunglasses at Night” and Level 42’s “Something About You” into crowd-pleasing party rock staples. In 2020, the band embraced cinematic nostalgia with At The Movies, a collection of songs inspired by some of the most beloved films of the decade, including The Breakfast Club, The Goonies, Dirty Dancing, and The Karate Kid.

Now, six years after their last studio release, Moonlight Desires return bigger, louder, and more fun than ever with their new EP, “Totally Tubular 80’s Party Machine”, arriving November 27, 2026 via Infamous Butcher Records.

Featuring high-octane interpretations of beloved classics such as A-ha’s “Take On Me,” Cyndi Lauper’s “Girls Just Want to Have Fun,” Dexys Midnight Runners’ “Come On Eileen,” Bronski Beat’s “Smalltown Boy,” Peter Schilling’s “Major Tom (Coming Home),” Madonna’s “Material Girl,” and Spandau Ballet’s “True,” the EP captures everything fans love about the band: massive riffs, irresistible hooks, and unapologetic nostalgia.

For this release, Moonlight Desires leaned into a more direct approach, preserving much of the original spirit and arrangements of these legendary songs while amplifying the intensity with down-tuned guitars, thunderous drums, and arena-sized choruses. The result is a collection that feels instantly familiar while delivering all the power of a modern hard rock record.

The EP also marks a significant milestone in the band’s evolution, as bassist Jay Ziebarth officially steps into the role of primary frontman. Long recognized for his larger-than-life stage presence and ability to ignite the band’s trademark “dance mosh pits,” Jay now takes center stage, bringing a new level of energy and charisma to both the recordings and live performances. With longtime live member Tyler Siroky taking over bass duties, Moonlight Desires enters its next era with renewed momentum.

Adding to the excitement, acclaimed Failure drummer Kellii Scott plays drums throughout the EP, helping elevate the band’s biggest and most polished production to date. Recorded with longtime producer Mitch Bowden at Mechanical Noise Studios, “Totally Tubular 80’s Party Machine” showcases Moonlight Desires at their most confident and refined.

Known for turning every performance into a celebration, Moonlight Desires continues to blur the line between rock show, retro dance party, and nostalgic time machine. Whether you’re an ’80s music fanatic, a hard rock devotee, or simply looking for an excuse to sing at the top of your lungs, Moonlight Desires delivers a live experience unlike any other.

With bigger production, bigger hits, and a new frontman leading the charge, Moonlight Desires may have finally achieved their ultimate form.

FFO: Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, The Ataris, Foo Fighters, Soundgarden, and anyone who ever made a mixtape from MTV.

EP Band Lineup:
Jay Ziebarth – Vocals
Trevor Ziebarth – Vocals, Guitar, Bass
Marco Bressette – Lead Guitar
Mitch Bowden – Lead Guitar
Kellii Scott – Drums

Live Band Lineup:
Jay Ziebarth – Vocals
Trevor Ziebarth – Vocals, Guitar
Mitch Bowden – Lead Guitar
Joey DeLeo – Guitar
Crissy Stixx – Drums

DISCOGRAPHY:
2014 – Frankie Goes to Hamilton – LP
2017 – Just the Hits: 1981-1985 – LP
2019 – Patio Lanterns – Single
2020 – At the Movies – EP
2026 – Totally Tubular 80’s Party Machine – EP

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August 27, 2022 – Voodoo Rock Fest, Odessa, ON
June 11, 2022 – Concession Streetfest, Hamilton, ON
August 27, 2021 – Music In The Square – Brantford, ON
Aug 2, 2019 – Strummerfest – Waterloo, ON
July 27, 2019 – WTFest – Brantford, ON

0 V13 Moonlight Desires “Moonlight Desires is fun… like, a lot of fun… and everyone should have some fun tonight. So rip it up, everybody Wang Chung tonight!”

September 16, 2020
by Asher
· Moonlight Desires

V13 Moonlight Desires “Moonlight Desires is fun… like, a lot of fun… and everyone should have some fun tonight. So rip it up, everybody Wang Chung tonight!” https://v13.net/2020/09/moonlight-desires-at-the-movies-ep-album-review/

0 Out Today! Moonlight Desires’ Love of The 80’s Soundtrack Lives On “At The Movies”; Heavy’d Up Covers of Glory of Love (Peter Cetera), Hungry Eyes (Eric Carmen), The Goonies ‘R’ Good Enough (Cyndi Lauper), Don’t You Forget About Me (Simple Minds)

July 17, 2020
by Asher
· Moonlight Desires · Music News

(contact info below)

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – July 17, 2020

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For fans of Sons of Butcher, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, Danko Jones, Foo Fighters

Out Today! Moonlight Desires’ Love of The 80’s Soundtrack Lives On “At The Movies”

Heavy’d Up Covers of Glory of Love (Peter Cetera), Hungry Eyes (Eric Carmen),
The Goonies ‘R’ Good Enough (Cyndi Lauper), Don’t You Forget About Me (Simple Minds)

Canada’s Moonlight Desires return with another heavy dose of 80’s childhood nostalgia with their next cover EP “At The Movies”, out now, as of July 17th via Infamous Butcher Records. Taking you on a sonic trip down memory lane, Moonlight Desires convert classic movie soundtracks from Dirty Dancing, The Goonies, Karate Kid, and The Breakfast Club into modern sounding hard rock bangers! The EP follows 2017’s “Just The Hits: 1981-1985”, which transformed timeless hits such as “Sunglasses At Night” by Corey Hart and “Something About You” by Level 42 into party rock anthems along with their 2014 debut album “Frankie Goes To Hamilton” that delivered a rollicking cover arrangement of classic love songs.

“At The Movies” is now available on Bandcamp plus Spotify, Apple Music, Google Play, and all other digital platforms HERE.

EP stream via YouTube.

Vocalist/guitarist Trevor Ziebarth comments:

“I wanted to pay homage to the most nostalgic 80’s movies from my youth to bring some happiness back to 2020! These movies were iconic and the singles are larger-than-life! I always wondered how they would sound all Heavy’d up!”

Moonlight Desires might only play 80s cover songs, but you’d be wrong to dismiss them as just another cover band. Formed by long-time Hamilton, ON musician Trevor Ziebarth (Actor/Writer/Composer on Teletoon’s adult comedy series Sons of Butcher), Moonlight Desires is his ode to the raunchy romances and youthful misadventures of summer’s past. By re-working synth-laden pop hits of the 1980s, Ziebarth manages to turn familiar guilty pleasures into modern, guitar-driven rock anthems.

“For those unfamiliar, I created a television show with my brother Jay Ziebarth back in 2005 called ‘Sons of Butcher’. It was a unique adult comedy cartoon series that aired on Teletoon and was sold to over 200 countries around the world. The show was the first to blend video heads into a cartoon world. The Sons of Butcher characters worked in a butcher shop by day and were a spandex-clad rock outfit by night, with my character (Ricky Butcher) relentlessly trying to make it as a big rock star. As a companion to the show, Sons of Butcher recorded and released a few comedy rock albums using songs from the show as inspiration, and travelled across Canada twice on a sponsored tour by Teletoon. As a live band, Sons of Butcher used to perform heavied-up covers of 80s songs and they often became fan/crowd favourites. Ultimately, I noticed the positive response and it led to the formation of Moonlight Desires in 2013.” says Trevor Ziebarth.

As an homage to their Canadian music heritage, the band decided to take their name from the popular 80s song ‘Moonlight Desires’ by iconic singer/songwriter Gowan.

“I wanted to have a direct (1980s song) reference …but I also thought it would fit in nicely with the band’s heavier direction,” says Ziebarth.

Track Listing:
1. Glory of Love (4:02) (Peter Cetera cover)
2. Hungry Eyes (3:44) (Eric Carmen cover)
3. The Goonies ‘R’ Good Enough (3:09) (Cyndi Lauper cover)
4. Don’t You Forget About Me (4:05) (Simple Minds cover)
EP Length: 15:01

For more info:
MoonlightDesires.ca
Facebook.com/moonlightdesires
Twitter.com/moonlightband1
Instagram.com/moonlightdesiresband
EPK

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“Just the tonic we need in these times, putting a little smile on your face and plenty of riffs for your bucks.” – Get Ready To Rock

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0 Moonlight Desires Bring Back The Glory of The 80’s Soundtrack With New EP “At The Movies” Out July 17th

July 2, 2020
by Asher
· Moonlight Desires · Music News

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – July 2, 2020

Interview Requests at ashermedia[@]gmail[.]com

For fans of Sons of Butcher, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, Danko Jones, Foo Fighters

Moonlight Desires Bring Back The Glory of The 80’s Soundtrack With New EP “At The Movies” Out July 17th

Streaming Cover Singles “The Goonies ‘R’ Good Enough” & “Hungry Eyes”

Album Artwork: Brian Hoang

Moonlight Desires might only play 80s cover songs, but you’d be wrong to dismiss them as just another cover band. Formed by long-time Hamilton, ON musician Trevor Ziebarth (Actor/Writer/Composer on Teletoon’s adult comedy series Sons of Butcher), Moonlight Desires is his ode to the raunchy romances and youthful misadventures of summer’s past. By re-working synth-laden pop hits of the 1980s, Ziebarth manages to turn familiar guilty pleasures into modern, guitar-driven rock anthems.

“For those unfamiliar, I created a television show with my brother Jay Ziebarth back in 2005 called ‘Sons of Butcher’. It was a unique adult comedy cartoon series that aired on Teletoon and was sold to over 200 countries around the world. The show was the first to blend video heads into a cartoon world. The Sons of Butcher characters worked in a butcher shop by day and were a spandex-clad rock outfit by night, with my character (Ricky Butcher) relentlessly trying to make it as a big rock star. As a companion to the show, Sons of Butcher recorded and released a few comedy rock albums using songs from the show as inspiration, and travelled across Canada twice on a sponsored tour by Teletoon. As a live band, Sons of Butcher used to perform heavied-up covers of 80s songs and they often became fan/crowd favourites. Ultimately, I noticed the positive response and it led to the formation of Moonlight Desires in 2013.” says Trevor Ziebarth.

As an homage to their Canadian music heritage, the band decided to take their name from the popular 80s song ‘Moonlight Desires’ by iconic singer/songwriter Gowan.

“I wanted to have a direct (1980s song) reference …but I also thought it would fit in nicely with the band’s heavier direction,” says Ziebarth.

While their 2014 debut album “Frankie Goes To Hamilton” delivered a rollicking arrangement of classic love songs, the band’s 2017 follow-up “Just The Hits: 1981-1985” transformed timeless hits such as “Sunglasses At Night” by Corey Hart and “Something About You” by Level 42 into party rock anthems. Satisfying that hunger to escape the shackles of reality with fun times and familiar hits,

Fast forward to 2020 and Moonlight Desires returns with another heavy dose of 80’s childhood nostalgia – this time themed around some of the most iconic films of the era! With “At The Movies”, Moonlight Desires take you on a sonic trip down memory lane – converting classic hits from Dirty Dancing, The Goonies, Karate Kid and The Breakfast Club into modern sounding hard rock bangers!

Their two first singles off the forthcoming EP, a cover of Cyndi Lauper’s “The Goonies ‘R’ Good Enough” and Eric Carmen’s “Hungry Eyes” can be heard below.

“The Goonies ‘R’ Good Enough” – Spotify | YouTube | Bandcamp

“Hungry Eyes” – Spotify | YouTube

The new EP “At The Movies” is set for release on July 17th via Infamous Butcher Records and will be available on all major digital platforms (including Apple Music, Spotify, Google Play).

For more info:
MoonlightDesires.ca
Facebook.com/moonlightdesires
Twitter.com/moonlightband1
Instagram.com/moonlightdesiresband
YouTube
EPK

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“Just The Hits (1981-1985) is a short album with a very high entertainment factor.” – Disagreement.net

“this is a fun album, well executed and stubborn but respectful to the originals. I can only applaud that and advise you to check this album out.” – Merchants of Air

“The album may have come out in September, but every time I put it on it was the summer of 1984 all over again. I dare you not to grin from ear to ear on any of these tracks.” – Nine Circles

“Every song is a hit by default, but the tracks on this album [Just The Hits:1981-1985] are creatively reworked in a way that will have you peeling apart layers from the first listen to the fifteenth.” – Hellbound.ca

“Moonlight Desires takes delight in taking synth-laden pop hits from the ’80s and turning them into heavy metal monsters.” – The Hamilton Spectator

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0 EPK – Moonlight Desires – At The Movies (2020) (Infamous Butcher Records)

June 29, 2020
by Asher
· EPKs · Moonlight Desires

Moonlight Desires – At The Movies (2020) (Infamous Butcher Records)

For fans of Sons of Butcher, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, Danko Jones, Foo Fighters

Release Date: July 17th, 2020
LABEL: Infamous Butcher Records
DISTRIBUTION: IDLA

Publicist – Jon Asher – asher[@]ashermediarelations[.]com

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MoonlightDesires.bandcamp.com | Apple Music | Spotify

“Just the tonic we need in these times, putting a little smile on your face and plenty of riffs for your bucks.” – Get Ready To Rock

“Moonlight Desires is fun… like, a lot of fun… and everyone should have some fun tonight. So rip it up, everybody Wang Chung tonight!” – V13

“Just The Hits (1981-1985) is a short album with a very high entertainment factor.” – Disagreement.net

“this is a fun album, well executed and stubborn but respectful to the originals. I can only applaud that and advise you to check this album out.” – Merchants of Air

“The album may have come out in September, but every time I put it on it was the summer of 1984 all over again. I dare you not to grin from ear to ear on any of these tracks.” – Nine Circles

“Moonlight Desires takes delight in taking synth-laden pop hits from the ’80s and turning them into heavy metal monsters.” – The Hamilton Spectator

“Just The Hits: 1981-1985 by Moonlight Desires is an album that I can probably guarantee that you will not hear anywhere else. One of the main aspects and memories that you will take away from this album is how entertaining the album is.” – Kingston Music Reviews

“…Moonlight Desires’ second offering is filled with the top-notch heavy covers of 80s Synth Pop classics their fans have come to expect.” – Bradmachry.ca

Download EP Cover | Download EP Lyrics

EP Title: At The Movies
Release Date: July 17th, 2020
LABEL: Infamous Butcher Records
DISTRIBUTION: IDLA

Track Listing:
1. Glory of Love (4:02)
2. Hungry Eyes (3:44)
3. The Goonies ‘R’ Good Enough (3:09)
4. Don’t You Forget About Me (4:05)
EP Length: 15:01

EP Credits:
“Glory Of Love” – Originally performed by Peter Cetera
Written by Peter Cetera / David Foster
“Hungry Eyes” – Originally performed by Eric Carmen
Written by John Denicola / Frankie Previte
“Goonies ‘R’ Good Enough” – Originally performed by Cyndi Lauper
Written by Cyndi Lauper / Steve Broughton Lunt / Arthur Willmore Stead
“Don’t You Forget About Me” – Originally performed by Simple Minds
Written by Keith Forsey / Steve Schiff

All songs written by: Moonlight Desires
• All songs arranged by: Trevor Ziebarth
• Produced by: MITCH BOWDEN
• Mixed by: MITCH BOWDEN
• Mastered by: JOAO CARVALHO
• Album Artwork by: BRIAN HOANG
• Member of SOCAN
• Canadian Content (MAPL)

Album Band Line Up:
Trevor Ziebarth – Vocals, Guitar
Jay Ziebarth – Vocals (Track 4)
Mitch Bowden – Bass
David Dunham – Drums
Marco Bressette – Lead Guitar

Live Band Line Up:
Trevor Ziebarth – Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Jay Ziebarth – Vocals, Bass
Daryl Ralph – Drums
Nicholas K. Daleo – Lead Guitar
Tyler Siroky / Colin Van Hattem – Lead Guitar (Rotating)

Discography:
2020 – At The Movies – EP
2019 – Patio Lanterns – Single
2017 – Just The Hits 1981-1985 – LP
2014 – Frankie Goes To Hamilton – LP

Shared Stage with: Carole Pope, Sate, Not Of, Löve Razër
– Played WTFest 2019 with headliners The Sheepdogs, The Beaches, Bonds Of Mara, U.S.S. Etc.

Festival Appearances:
December 2019 – Over The Bridge Presents: A Hammer Rock Christmas Charity Fundraiser – Hamilton, ON
August 2019 – ErieWind Music Festival – Port Colborne
August 2019 – Strummerfest – Waterloo, ON
July 2019 – WTFest – Brantford, ON

Past Features:
‘Just The Hits:1981-1985’ was named the #15 Best Canadian Metal Album of 2017 by Hellbound.ca
‘Just The Hits:1981-1985’ was named the Most Fun Album of 2017 by Nine Circles

About:

Moonlight Desires might only play 80s cover songs, but you’d be wrong to dismiss them as just another cover band. Formed by long-time Hamilton, ON musician Trevor Ziebarth (Actor/Writer/Composer on Teletoon’s adult comedy series Sons of Butcher), Moonlight Desires is his ode to the raunchy romances and youthful misadventures of summer’s past. By re-working synth-laden pop hits of the 1980s, Ziebarth manages to turn familiar guilty pleasures into modern, guitar-driven rock anthems.

“For those unfamiliar, I created a television show with my brother Jay Ziebarth back in 2005 called ‘Sons of Butcher’. It was a unique adult comedy cartoon series that aired on Teletoon and was sold to over 200 countries around the world. The show was the first to blend video heads into a cartoon world. The Sons of Butcher characters worked in a butcher shop by day and were a spandex-clad rock outfit by night, with my character (Ricky Butcher) relentlessly trying to make it as a big rock star. As a companion to the show, Sons of Butcher recorded and released a few comedy rock albums using songs from the show as inspiration, and travelled across Canada twice on a sponsored tour by Teletoon. As a live band, Sons of Butcher used to perform heavied-up covers of 80s songs and they often became fan/crowd favourites. Ultimately, I noticed the positive response and it led to the formation of Moonlight Desires in 2013.” says Trevor Ziebarth.

As an homage to their Canadian music heritage, the band decided to take their name from the popular 80s song ‘Moonlight Desires’ by iconic singer/songwriter Gowan.

“I wanted to have a direct (1980s song) reference …but I also thought it would fit in nicely with the band’s heavier direction,” says Ziebarth.

While their 2014 debut album “Frankie Goes To Hamilton” delivered a rollicking arrangement of classic love songs, the band’s 2017 follow-up “Just The Hits: 1981-1985” transformed timeless hits such as “Sunglasses At Night” by Corey Hart and “Something About You” by Level 42 into party rock anthems. Satisfying that hunger to escape the shackles of reality with fun times and familiar hits.

Fast forward to 2020, and Moonlight Desires returns with another heavy dose of 80’s childhood nostalgia – this time themed around some of the most iconic films of the era! With “At The Movies”, Moonlight Desires take you on a sonic trip down memory lane – converting classic hits from Dirty Dancing, The Goonies, Karate Kid and The Breakfast Club into modern sounding hard rock bangers!

The EP is set for release on July 17th via Infamous Butcher Records and will be available on all major digital platforms (including Apple Music, Spotify, Google Play).

0 MetalInsider Premiere MOONLIGHT DESIRES’ Summer Cover Video ‘Patio Lanterns’ (Kim Mitchell)

July 26, 2019
by Asher
· Moonlight Desires · Music News

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – July 26, 2019

For fans of Sons of Butcher, Me First And The Gimme Gimmes, Foo Fighters, Soundgarden, 80s pop hits

MetalInsider Premiere MOONLIGHT DESIRES’ Summer Cover Video ‘Patio Lanterns’ (Kim Mitchell)

Kim Mitchell’s timeless summer classic ‘Patio Lanterns’ is getting a fresh new revival thanks to fellow Canadians MOONLIGHT DESIRES. The band has been reworking classic 80s tunes since 2014, turning familiar, contemporary songs into heavy rock anthems.

“We are going for a Canadian summer kind of vibe. We also have a couple of very summery live shows planned to go with the song.”

Teaming up with MetalInsider.net, the band is premiering their cover video of fun summer times of ‘Patio Lanterns’ at the following link here.

Coming from the mind of ‘Sons of Butcher’ creator Trevor Ziebarth, MOONLIGHT DESIRES is the only cover band you’ll ever need. Stripping the synth-ridden 80’s classics and transforming them into rock and roll singalongs is the name of the game for them and they do it oh so well.

Fun, punchy and of course with lyrics everyone knows, MOONLIGHT DESIRES are the band your summer needs. You can catch them at the following events:

July 27: WTFest w/ The Sheepdogs, USS, The Beaches and more – Brantford, ON @ Lion’s Park

Tickets here.

August 3: Strummerfest Music Festival- Kitchener, ON @Waterloo Public Square – Free Event!

August 10: Erie Wind Music Festival – Fort Erie, ON @ Pleasant Beach Campground (Moonlight Desires headlining event)

To get your CD or cassette copy of MOONLIGHT DESIRES’ latest album ‘Just The Hits: 1981-1985′ along with stream and download of ‘Patio Lanterns’, please visit the following links:
Bandcamp
Apple Music
Amazon
Spotify

For more info:
MoonlightDesires.ca
Facebook
Instagram

BIO:

Moonlight Desires might only play 80s cover songs, but you’d be wrong to dismiss them as just another cover band. Formed by long-time Hamilton, Canada musician Trevor Ziebarth (Actor/Writer/Composer on Teletoon’s adult comedy series Sons of Butcher), Moonlight Desires is his ode to the raunchy romances and youthful misadventures of summer’s past. By re-working synth-laden pop hits of the 1980s, Ziebarth manages to turn familiar guilty pleasures into modern, guitar-driven rock anthems.

“I created a television show with my brother Jay Ziebarth back in 2005 called ‘Sons of Butcher’. It was a unique adult comedy cartoon series that aired on Teletoon and was sold to over 200 countries around the world. As a companion to the show, Sons of Butcher recorded and released a few comedy rock albums using songs from the show as inspiration, and travelled across Canada twice on a sponsored tour by Teletoon. As a live band, Sons of Butcher used to perform heavied-up covers of 80s songs and they often became fan/crowd favourites. Ultimately, I noticed the positive response and it led to the formation of Moonlight Desires in 2013.” says Trevor Ziebarth.

While their 2014 debut album “Frankie Goes To Hamilton” delivered a rollicking arrangement of classic love songs, the band’s follow-up “Just The Hits: 1981-1985”transforms timeless hits such as “Sunglasses At Night” by Corey Hart and “Something About You” by Level 42 into party rock anthems. Satisfying that hunger to escape the shackles of reality with fun times and familiar hits, Moonlight Desires entire catalogue is available on all major digital platforms.

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“Just The Hits (1981-1985) is a short album with a very high entertainment factor.” – Disagreement.net

“this is a fun album, well executed and stubborn but respectful to the originals. I can only applaud that and advise you to check this album out.” – Merchants of Air

“This album is comprised of hard rock 80s pop covers that often border on metal, and it is every bit as fun as it sounds.” – Hellbound.ca

“It is glorious, a less tongue in cheek Me First and the Gimme Gimmes. It is the Alpha and the Omega. Life has meaning, and it’s buried in the dreams of a girl with teased hair and a boy with a tennis racket for a guitar…” – Nine Circles

“…Moonlight Desires’ second offering is filled with the top-notch heavy covers of 80s Synth Pop classics their fans have come to expect.” – Bradmachry.ca

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0 Daniel Digs It – Moonlight Desires Review

April 2, 2018
by Asher
· Moonlight Desires

Being a fan of nearly all of these originals was a win from the start. Couple that with Moonlight Desires ability to produce punchy, modern sounding rock with strong vocals and leaving the melodies intact and this is a winner!

http://danieldigsit.wixsite.com/podcast/single-post/2018/03/26/Moonlight-Desires-Review