Morning Star began in 1997 as the solo project of Moonflower maverick guitarist, Jesse D. Vernon.

After recording 2 albums, including My Place In The Dust (Microbe, 2001) produced by John Parish, Jesse moved to Paris in 2005 where he produced two more records and worked with This is The Kit.

In 2011 he started the community based project - The Fantasy Orchestra.

In 2022 Jesse joined forces with friends Philippe (José) Sirop, Yohav Oremiatzki, Abby Tsype and Lisa Weisslinger to start a new chapter of the band: Morning Star Music Club.

The band's list of influences includes such diverse artists as the Southland Missionary Singers, Leonard Cohen, Radiohead, VU, and Beyoncé. The tunes sparkle with stunning vocal harmonies, funky basslines, elegant arrangements and Jesse's inimitable guitar work. Performances often feature spontaneous cameos and audience participation.

The band has toured France, Belgium and the UK. In October 2023 they recorded an album, mixed by John Parish, which is due for release in early 2025. They will go on tour shortly after.