The end of an era.

After several years of world-class concerts, poetry slams, parties and fun, the Mobius in Ashland is closing its doors. “I love this room, but it is time for us to expand and take it to the next level.” says production manager, Marla Welp. “We are very pleased to announce that we are moving into the Mojo Rising studio, now to be known as EQUILIBRIUM, at 140 Lithia Way in downtown Ashland.”

Many will fondly remember the Mobius as the scene of fabulous intimate concerts and parties, but there was much more going on behind the scenes. The team at Mobius has been hard at work developing the Equillibrium Project, the goal of which is to use entertainment as fuel to inspire a rapid transition to sustainability.

Equilibrium is balance: a state or situation in which opposing forces or factors balance each other out and stability is attained. Now it is also a state of the art multi-media production facility and internet-television broadcast studio, as well as being a live music venue and nightclub.

Our first show in the new space will be Grupo Fantasma from Austin, TX on Monday February 18th. "They're the best band in Austin" confesses Austin Chronicle and Village Voice music critic Jim Caliguiri as Fantasma takes home its sixth straight ‘Best Latin Band' title at this years' Austin Music Awards. "The only other band I've seen get that kind of audience reaction was the Ramones…with all of their releases the band has become even more adventurous, mixing styles in ways that are unexpected but ruled by the groove. This group of enthusiastic youngsters has grown into a monstrous and masterful ensemble that has sold more than 20,000 discs independently. Their chops and confidence continue to grow but the raw, boisterous attitude remains. The band successfully obliterates the clichés that often plague the current Latin music market, all the while keeping their feet firmly planted in the traditions that they love and deeply respect." The show is at 8:00pm and costs $12 in advance/$15 at the door.

Mobius Live has digitally immortalized the moments when the raw energy driving the rhythm shattered the bounds of audience and performer, to become that transcendent experience that can only be created in a live show. The magical evenings at the Mobius have been recorded and will be made available by EQ.TV. In fact, you can go to EQ.TV now and view clips from past Mobius Live shows by clicking on the Watch EQ.TV tab.

“Our goal is to develop Equilibrium into an unmatched experience where visitors take in world-class music while participating as the live studio audience for the global broadcast. There isn’t any other business that offers this kind of service to our community. And the best part is, even if you’re not able to get down on the dance floor, you can still cut loose in the comfort of your own home by watching the webcast on EQ.TV. Personally, I’m just grateful be part of it” says co-founder Jason Gallagher.

One facet of the Equilibrium project is EQ CONNECT. EQ Connect is a social networking site (like tribe or myspace) that supports a growing community of people who are passionate about ecological and economic sustainability (and music!). You can blog, post music, video or photos and create groups to discuss topics of common interest.

Another facet is the Equilibrium Institute. EQ.I is a nonprofit 501(c)3 that is dedicated to economic and ecological sustainability. The Equilibrium Institute’s mission is three-fold: to perform ecological restoration, to stimulate green economic development, and to serve as a globally accessible institute for sustainability education. EQ.I accomplishes these objectives through its sustainability projects, overseeing the restoration and redevelopment of misused urban properties, infrastructures, and open spaces. These projects contribute to sustainable economic growth by employing products and services of green businesses and organizations, while providing students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working in apprenticeships with leading sustainability specialists. Through EQ.I’s partnership with Equilibrium Television, each project is also filmed and broadcast on the internet as inspiring educational programs.

The third facet of the Equilibrium Project is EQ BAZAAR (Grand Unveiling Coming Soon) EQ Bazaar is an E-Commerce site featuring digital media downloads and sustainable lifestyle products & services.

33% of all profits generated by EQ Media go directly to our sister organization, The Equilibrium Institute.

We invite you to participate in the EQ Project. Come check out Equilibrium at 140 Lithia Way in Ashland, Join EQ Connect, invite your community, network and have fun, set up a store in the EQ Bazaar, or hire EQ Media to help you tell your story. However you participate, you will be contributing to the transition to a thriving culture of sustainability.