"Einstein" video shoot completed, release date TBA

The shoot for our debut music video, "Einstein", was completed May 27. A small guerrilla crew, led by ace director Jordan Ellis, did a fantastic job! We're happy to say it was hugely positive experience, as everyone was extremely happy with what we got in the "can". It was not an easy shoot, it was very demanding and ambitious, but thanks to a great team effort it all got pulled off. We even had visitation from a possible UFO. What else would you expect from a Picnic Tool video shoot? Premiere date for the "Einstein" video TBA. It'll be worth the wait.

Smokey Miles Stars in Picnic Tool Debut Video

Housesitting for Bob Dylan, playing music around the globe, and being recognized in some parts as a count, are merely stepping stones to a gig as lead actor in Picnic Tool's debut video.

We’re really lucky to have Smokey Miles playing the lead  for the “Einstein” video. He not only housesat for Dylan, but was a regular guest in Woodstock. The best part is, that was just the opening act for a great career. Smokey is a man of many talents, and we plan to use up as many as we can.

A musician in his own right, Smokey has played roots based music, both solo and fronting a band, all over the US and Europe. His 1990 album “Waiting for the Hurricane”, was produced by legendary songwriter Otis Blackwell (Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Peggy Lee). His music has been featured in film, and on TV. His videos are pure aural and visual treats, candy to be ingested by the senses.

As an actor Smokey has appeared in countless commercials, movies and TV shows. One of his most recognizable characters is that of Count Smokula, but they're all unforgettable. Still, seeing the whirling dervish, ball of action he is in Picnic Tool’s “Einstein” - we're confident a lot of people will remember him for this role..

Take a listen to Smokey’s music, and a gander at some of his work, you’ll be glad you did. See it here.

"EINSTEIN" MUSIC VIDEO READY TO ROLL

Picnic Tool is in pre-production on a music video for the lead track oFF our EP - Einstein. We're very excited to tell you that the video will be directed by Jordan Ellis, from an original idea of his.

Jordan is a multi threat - writer, director, producer - who has a lot of experience behind the camera. He has shot several films, including the festival classic A Little Crazy, as well as videos for songs by Thee Oh Sees, Deerhunter, The Caretaker, Vanessa Wagner, Helen Stellar, Liars, and others. His web series The Alpine Village People, follows the misadventures of the world's most "bad ass polka band", who were first introduced in Jordan's video for Thee Oh Sees song "Chem Farmer". Cowboy Nation, his short documentary on the Kinman brothers' follow up band to their successful Rank & File, is a music lovers must view. Jordan brings not only a gifted visual eye to the project, but also an intense passion and love for music.

We'll have more from Jordan in a few days. You can take a look at his website here.

What's for breakfast? Einstein baby!

Continuing our homage to great rock covers series, Picnic Tool joins forces with Supertramp for a breakfast of champions!

"Even for an EP Einstein ends all too soon"

A great review from PopRockRecord by Denis Pilot. You can read it here.

"Like Iggy playing with Weezer!"

That's how one reviewer described the Picnic Tool sound in an email. We were flattered. Then we saw these girls on the beach ...

"Chinese Heart is the best song I have heard this year anywhere."

Wow, what a great review from Britic in the UK! They even got the drop to the minor 7th in "I Love the Truth". Now that's knowing your music. Give it a read.

A pinnacle experience

They had to climb to the mountain top to get their Picnic Tool. You just have to get on the internet. Try some, buy some, here or at www.picnictool.bandcamp.com

Picnic Tool "Einstein" available now

The Picnic Tool Einstein EP is now available here at the PTHQ Store, in download and physical CD form You can also preview the EP, and buy a download of it, at our Bandcamp page. While those are the band preferred portals for purchase, this spicy four song sonic blast will also be available at Amazon, iTunes, and all your other less friendly corporate spots later this week. 

Try some, buy some, tell us what you think.

"Einstein" EP Video Teaser

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A very small taste of what's to come. Drops April 18.

PICNIC TOOL: EINSTEIN - AN EXPLOSION OF SOUND IN YOUR HEAD

 Ready for lift off - Elementary Records is proud to announce the release of Picnic Tool's debut EP, Einstein, on April 28. .

The EP includes four high energy, rocket fueled, slabs of pop song bacchanalia, including the net-punk  rocker "Einstein" and "Chinese Heart", as heard on LA's KROQ. These two tracks are joined with the pure pop of "I Love the Truth", and the shambolic beauty of " ... About Gurls". It’s all contained here in one spectacular looking CD package.

Based in Orange, CA, Picnic Tool is led by songwriter Bodie Plecas, a veteran of the Baton Rouge band the Spurts, and LA's Red Vines. He is also the sole permanent member of Picnic Tool. Goffrey Moore, who also plays bass, produced Einstein. Goff has played with Jonatha Brooke, Brian Blade, and Red Vines, among others, and recently produced the great new neo-soul single from Johnny P. On drums for Einstein is the thundering herd of one, Larry Aberman, a pro veteran who has appeared on records by the Vaughan Brother, Joe Sample and Ric Ocasek, among others. Blistering skins on " ... About Gurls"  are courtesy Joseph Moore, the groove master of Denmark.

Einstein bears the crisp sonic influences of the Beatles, Iggy, Cheap Trick, and the Velvet Underground. It sits comfortably within the confines of Power Pop, Alternative, Rock, Indie, Garage Rock, and at least two or three other buzz word combinations that you'll really like.

Picnic Tool prepares for its next phase - a  full length record, featuring all new songs, which is set to begin recording in Nashville during the summer of 2017, with Goffrey Moore once again producing.

"Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler,"  Albert Einstein is posthumously quoted as saying. "Picnic Tool got that thang down tight!" Al was a rocket scientist, so he knows. You should, too.

Picnic Tool's Einstein is a sonic explosion inside your head. Look for it on April 18.