Holy Cross' Fat Morgan Unveils First Studio Album Release
In the spring of 2021, amidst the COVID-19 restriction-riddled period, a new band was formed at Holy Cross. This band, named Fat Morgan, has since made a significant impact in the music scene, particularly on TikTok, with their debut album and live performances.
Fat Morgan consists of six members: Stephen Giannikas (Drums), Joe Bargmann (Lead Vocals), Matt Conway (Lead Guitar), Brendan Ring (Keyboards), Chris Terranova (Bass), and John Mondi (Backing Vocals and Bass for touring). John Mondi is the only member not from the Class of 2024.
The band's formation can be traced back to the disbanding of a previous band, Alma Sun, and the introduction of new members, Bargmann and Ring. The current configuration of the band has been together since early 2023, with Giannikas, Conway, and Terranova having played together for a few years prior.
The band's music style is rock, with guitar solos playing a significant part. Their songwriting method involves a member presenting a new idea, which is then quickly taken up by the band to create an intuitive and cohesive piece of music.
Their debut album was self-produced and engineered, with Professor Brian Saia providing a professional mix and master. The album consists of 8 tracks, including 3 previously released singles: "Girl With A Gun," "Moonlight Heights" and "Ram Jam."
John Mondi has remained a permanent friend of the band, providing intricate harmony arrangements in the studio and playing bass for the touring band. In 2023, he temporarily joined the band as an organist during Brendan Ring's European hiatus.
Fat Morgan's music can be streamed on all major streaming platforms. The band's journey and music are worth exploring for any rock music enthusiast.
Aside from the music scene, the week has also seen features on "Crusader of the Week: Viveca Stucke," "Peep My Crib: Loyola 1," and "Professor Playlists: Tim Bishop and Peter Flaherty."
Despite extensive research, the specific details about how the members of Fat Morgan met are not readily available. For more detailed information, access to specific band interviews, official websites, or music platforms may provide a clearer picture of the band's origins.
- John Mondi, not a fellow alumnus of the Class of 2024, consistently assists Fat Morgan in studio sessions by providing intricate harmony arrangements and playing bass for their touring band.
- The band's debut album, self-produced and engineered, boasts 8 tracks, including the previously released singles "Girl With A Gun," "Moonlight Heights," and "Ram Jam."
- Beyond their involvement in music, the campus has been vibrant with features on "Crusader of the Week: Viveca Stucke," "Peep My Crib: Loyola 1," and "Professor Playlists: Tim Bishop and Peter Flaherty."
- Despite the lack of available information about the specific circumstances that led to the formation of Fat Morgan, detailed insights may be found by accessing band interviews, official websites, or music platforms.
