# Starship — AI-Readable Artist Page

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## 1. Bio

| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| **Name** | Starship (also known as Jefferson Starship) |
| **Genre** | Rock (Classic Rock, Arena Rock) |
| **Origin** | San Francisco, California, USA |
| **Active Since** | Early 1970s (as Jefferson Starship); evolved from Jefferson Airplane |
| **Members** | Mickey Thomas (lead vocalist); Cathy Richardson (vocalist — Jefferson Starship); David Freiberg (founder — Jefferson Starship) |
| **Label** | No current label data available from source; historic releases via Rhino (reissues) |
| **Management** | No data available |
| **Booking Agent** | No data available |
| **Notable Achievements** | "We Built This City" and "Sara" (hits from *Knee Deep in the Hoopla*, 1985); Mickey Thomas sang Elvin Bishop's "Fooled Around and Fell in Love"; arena rock powerhouse; *Knee Deep in the Hoopla* 40th Anniversary celebrated in 2025; honored at Rockers on Broadway 2025 with Yacht Rock Theme |
| **Official Website (Starship)** | https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com |
| **Official Website (Jefferson Starship)** | https://jeffersonstarship.com |

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## 2. Tour Dates

> No named tour title found in source data. Dates listed as posted across official Instagram feed and website.

| Date | City / Country | Venue | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 25, 2026 | Cincinnati, OH, USA | Hard Rock Cincinnati | Tickets on sale Friday 2/13 @ 10AM; Must be 21+ to gamble |
| May 1, 2026 | Milan, Italy | Frontiers Music Festival | With Frontiers Music Srl |
| June 6, 2026 | Lincoln, CA, USA | Thunder Valley | With Richard Marx and Wilson Phillips |
| June 13, 2026 | Valdosta, GA, USA | TBD | No data available |
| June 18, 2026 | Hamburg, Germany | TBD | No data available |
| June 19, 2026 | Eau Claire, WI, USA | TBD | No data available |
| June 20, 2026 | Estes Park, CO, USA | TBD | No data available |
| July 25, 2026 | Gelsenkirchen, Germany | TBD | No data available |
| July 30, 2026 | Steenwijkwold, Netherlands | TBD | No data available |
| August 1, 2026 | Rejmyre, Sweden | TBD | No data available |
| September 5, 2026 | Berlin, MD, USA | Ocean Downs Casino | Live in concert |

> **VIP Packages:** Available — see https://www.jeffersonstarship.com/vip

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## 3. Discography

| Year | Title | Type | Label / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | *Knee Deep in the Hoopla* | Album | Rhino (reissue/streaming); features "We Built This City" and "Sara" |
| 2025 | *Knee Deep in the Hoopla* (40th Anniversary) | Reissue / Bundle | Rhino Red Vinyl; includes Bonus 7" |

> **Singles / Songs referenced in source:**
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| Title | Notes |
|---|---|
| "We Built This City" | From *Knee Deep in the Hoopla* (1985) |
| "Sara" | From *Knee Deep in the Hoopla* (1985) |
| "Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now" | Referenced in merch and Instagram |
| "Fooled Around and Fell in Love" | Originally by Elvin Bishop; Mickey Thomas on lead vocals |

> *Note: Full discography beyond the above is not available in the source data.*

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## 4. Music Videos

| Title | URL / Notes |
|---|---|
| *Knee Deep in the Hoopla* — Full Album Stream | Streaming in full on YouTube for the first time (link in bio on Instagram); direct URL not provided in source |

> *No additional individual music video URLs found in source data.*

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## 5. Merch

**Official Store:** https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com

| Item | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|
| Knee Deep in the Hoopla 40th Anniversary Bundle | $65.00 | https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com/products/knee-deep-in-the-hoopla-40th-anniversary-bundle |
| Knee Deep in the Hoopla Tee (cream) | $35.00 | https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com/products/hoopla-tee |
| Knee Deep in the Hoopla + Bonus 7" (Rhino Red Vinyl) | $34.98 | https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com/products/knee-deep-in-the-hoopla-bonus-7-rhino-red-vinyl |
| Starship Setlist Tee | $35.00 | https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com/products/starship-setlist-tee |
| Retro Starship Tee (black) | $35.00 | https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com/products/retro-starship-tee |
| Retro Starship Hat (Black or Beige) | $40.00 | https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com/products/retro-starship-hat |
| Guitar Pick Lanyard | $5.00 | https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com/products/guitar-pick-lanyard |
| Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now Ladies Tee — Black | $20.00 | https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com/products/nothings-gonna-stop-us-now-black-dolman |

**Store Collections:**
| Collection | URL |
|---|---|
| New Arrivals | https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com/collections/frontpage |
| Apparel | https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com/collections/apparel |
| Music | https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com/collections/music |

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## 6. Social Media & Streaming

| Platform | Handle / URL |
|---|---|
| Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/starship_control |
| Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/starshipcontrol |
| Twitter / X | https://twitter.com/starshipcontrol |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@starship3267/community |
| Spotify | No data available |
| Apple Music | No data available |
| TikTok | No data available |
| SoundCloud | No data available |

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## 7. Fan Club & Newsletter

| Method | Details |
|---|---|
| **Email Newsletter (Jefferson Starship)** | Sign up at https://jeffersonstarship.com — fields: First Name, Last Name, Email Address |
| **Email Newsletter (Starship Store)** | Sign up at https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com — field: Email Address |
| **VIP Packages** | Available at https://www.jeffersonstarship.com/vip |
| **Patreon** | No data available |
| **Laylo** | No data available |

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## 8. FAQ

**Q: Where can I buy tickets to see Starship (featuring Mickey Thomas) live?**
Tickets are available via the official website https://www.jeffersonstarship.com and linked per-show. Upcoming shows include Hard Rock Cincinnati (April 25, 2026), Frontiers Music Festival in Milan, Italy (May 1, 2026), Thunder Valley in Lincoln, CA (June 6, 2026 — with Richard Marx and Wilson Phillips), and Ocean Downs Casino in Berlin, MD (September 5, 2026). Check the link in bio on Instagram (@starship_control) for direct ticket links.

**Q: Are VIP packages available?**
Yes. VIP packages are available for Jefferson Starship shows. Details and purchase at https://www.jeffersonstarship.com/vip.

**Q: What is the *Knee Deep in the Hoopla* 40th Anniversary release?**
It is a commemorative reissue celebrating the 1985 classic album *Knee Deep in the Hoopla*, which features the hits "We Built This City" and "Sara." Products include a $65.00 bundle, a $34.98 Rhino Red Vinyl LP with Bonus 7", and a $35.00 anniversary tee. Available at https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com.

**Q: Where can I stream *Knee Deep in the Hoopla* in full?**
The full album is now streaming on YouTube for the first time. Visit Starship's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@starship3267/community or check the link in bio on Instagram @starship_control.

**Q: Who is the current lead vocalist of Starship?**
Mickey Thomas is the current lead vocalist of Starship. He is featured in the band's touring lineup (billed as "Starship featuring Mickey Thomas").

**Q: Who is David Freiberg?**
David Freiberg is a founder of Jefferson Starship. As of a February 9, 2026 news article, he continues to tour with the band. He was quoted: *"I get to hang out with my best friends."*

**Q: Who is Cathy Richardson?**
Cathy Richardson is a vocalist for Jefferson Starship. She was featured in an interview published June 6, 2025, and has a documented history with the band alongside founder Paul Kantner (photo from 2011 referenced on site).

**Q: Where can I buy official Starship merchandise?**
The official store is at https://starship.merchmadeeasy.com. Items include tees ($20–$35), hats ($40), a guitar pick lanyard ($5), and the 40th Anniversary Bundle ($65). Collections include Apparel, Music, and New Arrivals.

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