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Mika Miko was an underground band that existed from 2003 to 2009, originating in Los Angeles, California, U.S.

Frontwoman Jennifer Clavin (“Victor Fandgore”) sang with Cold Cave for much of 2010 before forming outfit Bleached with her sister, Mika Miko bassist Jessie Clavin. Multi-instrumentalist & vocalist Jenna Thornhill (“Jet Blanca”) and drummer Seth Densham both played with The Strange Boys briefly after the break-up, Jenna beginning in 2008; Seth is currently working on a / project, Superstitions, while Jenna plays with group Crazy Band. Kate Hall, Mika Miko’s drummer until early 2009, teamed up with members of Finally Punk and Talbot Tagora to form dream-poppers Dunes in 2009. Guitarist & keyboardist Michelle Suarez now plays with C.R.A.S.H..

“In sad news for telephone-microphone hybrid fans everywhere, the L.A. quintet Mika Miko is calling it a day. The group, known for its breakneck rhythms, trashy guitar riffs and the slumber-party romp of its dueling vocalists, will wrap up their career after playing Austin’s Fun Fun Fun Festival and, according to a band representative, a last 7-inch single and a show at the Smell.” - Los Angeles Times

Edited by mytacist on 1 Apr 2012, 01:53

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Formed in
  • 2003
Split in
  • 2009
Founded in
  • Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Band Members
  • Jennifer Clavin
  • Jessie Clavin
  • Jenna Thornhill
  • Seth Densham   (2009 - )
  • Kate Hall   (2003 - 2009)
  • Michelle Suarez

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