MIRK

"Blurring the lines between pop, soul, hip-hop and R&B, this 7-piece party powerhouse has quickly established a presence as one of the Capital Region’s “must-see” original bands."



- Albany.com

"Mirk’s performance is full of energy—anyone who sees the band live after listening to Love would notice the difference in delivery. But there is also a difference in the way they compose their music in the studio now, and it has added to their feeling of growth as a band. " - Metroland

"Fortunately, Mirk was there to save the day. ..the seven-piece served up a fab, 65-minute opening set that neatly balanced a firm funk foundation with undeniable pop hooks. Led by vocalist Josh Mirsky, they uncorked a delightful OutKast/Gnarls Barkley sound (yes, they pumped out a fine cover of “Hey Ya”), but they’ve definitely got their own thing going. " - Andrzej Pilarczyk, Nippertown (Jun 09, 2011)

"Mirk Music always comes correct - with soul, style, and bearing gifts...Mr. Cheeks! This team gets the "I'm focused man" award. The music, lyrics, and stage presence are equally sealed tight. If only Drake and Ryan Leslie could see this...they'd be jealous." - Selamawit "Sully" Mulugeta , The Source Magazine

"Best of the lot is "Away," whose infectiously funky guitar stabs, strong lead vocals and easy appeal is Gym-Class-Heroes-meets-Theophilus-London. - Music Connection Magazine

"In true live instrument hip-hop fashion, Beautiful is built around a strong drum line (Stephen) locked in with a rolling bass line (Kate) and topped off with edgy guitar work (Mike), driving key work (Andy) and brassy sax playing (Chris). Beautiful’s human element is provided by Josh, who kicks off the festivities with some conversational rhymes, Tara’s soaring vocals and a laid back guest verse from the Lost Boyz vet Mr. Cheeks. (Pats self on back for working in every member of MIRK.) Is there really anything more Beautiful than that many people coming together to make dope hip-hop? That was a rhetorical question – no there’s not. Those feeling similarly won over should cop the crew’s Fame-ish mixtape when it drops tomorrow, followed by the March arrival of their GRIND full-length album. " - DJ Booth.net