For the first time since the infamous lockdown, the Infamous Stringdusters are proud to be joining together this evening at 6p MT / 8p ET to present "Peace of Mind: Conversations and More." This hour-ish long segment will bring the band together as the 5-piece for open-ended chatter and music on the band's Facebook page. In addition, although the live stream will be free to watch, the band has recommended donations which will in part benefit a Positive Legacy fund, specific to the band's crew, which will be kickstarted by the band itself. More info and a link to the fund can be found here.
The Infamous Stringdusters released a cover of G. Love’s 1994 debut single, 'Cold Beverage,' in collaboration with G. Love himself. The song was recorded in Philadelphia back in October 2019 at Rittenhouse Soundworks over the course of a single-day session.
“I met G. Love a few years ago at my favorite local venue here on Long Island called Grey Horse Tavern,” shared Andy Falco of the Infamous Stringdusters. “Last fall [the band] wanted to head into the studio to record collaborations, so I reached out to G. and he was down. The Stringdusters were due in Philly for our annual Halloween show (where G. is originally from) and coincidentally he was going to be in town at the same time. We booked some time at Rittenhouse Soundworks which has a very cool old warehouse-looking live room, and tracked a bluegrass version of G. Love’s hit ‘Cold Beverage’. We did it live (aside from a few background vocals), and had such a blast hanging and making music with G, who is such a seasoned pro. It was really a special day in Philadelphia. [We] hope the fun we were having in the studio comes through in the track, enjoy!”
Fans may recall that G. Love sat in with the Dusters at their Halloween show at Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia last year immediately following the recording session for “Cold Beverage.”
“Andy Falco and I met and jammed at the Grey Horse Tavern a couple years back with Ron Artis during my BeachSide Blues tour,” said G. Love. “We’ve kept in touch since then and when Andy suggested a collaboration with The Stringdusters I was over the moon. I was thinking either let’s cook something up from scratch or do a bonafide hit down home style. We decided to rock the Special Sauce hit Cold Beverage which has become one heck of a great drinking song over the years. I went down to Philly the day before Halloween as everybody was off before the Stringdusters’ Halloween show at the TLA so we had some studio time in Germantown (where I went to high school). We circled up and ran the song acoustic til we had a killer arrangement. We cut it live and nailed it in the first couple takes and added a few harmony vocal overdubs.The next night I sat in at the Stringdusters show and we debuted the collaboration to a full house. It was such a pleasure to get to work with these amazing musicians and I look forward to the jams to come.”
While the single releases today, fans can expect a full length music video to come out within the coming days.
Even with their normally heavy summer festival schedule sidelined due to COVID-19, the Stringdusters have continued to deeply nurture their fanbase through SDTV, their Tuesday and Thursday evening stream, Peace of Mind, the full-band Facebook Live hang and online music lesson offerings. For more information, please visit thestringdusters.com
Listen to “Cold Beverage” here: https://fanlink.to/coldbeverage
Cut-to-heart folk rock sextet, Dustbowl Revival, are pleased to announce the release of a new single, “Beside You” available now across all streaming platforms.
“Beside You” was recorded initially in part of the Is it You, Is it Me sessions but as it presented a deep sentimental value, the band elected to release it as a stand-alone single, allowing it to stand on its own for listeners to feel its full emotion.
Its lyrics symbiotically weave together a passion for the music of the late Bill Withers with the sentiment of a true Dustbowl “feelings song.”
“The energy in this song is really who Dustbowl Revival is,” shared Z. Lupetin, the band’s vocalist and guitar player. “This song came from a place of wanting to pay homage to Bill Withers, one of my all-time favorite musicians. It was written before he passed and honors the fact that his music is the ‘friend’ that will never leave you and is always beside you.”
There’s a line in the song where the character that’s sung about is trying to convince a partner/friend to come home, coming from a place of seeing friends lose their partners to outside crises.
“As we grow older, and see friends continue going through growth pains, the music that you love is your forever companion,” said Lupetin.
“Beside You” is the first song released since “Queen Quarantine” and offers a true slow burn at a 5-minute runtime. The bands’ friends and significant others lent their vocals to a choir as the song wraps up, bringing deeper meaning to the intention behind the song. "Beside You" may be found here on all major streaming platforms.
Dustbowl Revival is composed of core members Z. Lupetin (lead vocals/guitar), Liz Beebe (lead vocals) Connor Vance (violin/guitar), Matt Rubin (trumpet/flugelhorn/keys), Ulf Bjorlin (trombones) and Josh Heffernan (drums/percussion).
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Andy Hall, dobro and vocalist for the GRAMMY-award winning bluegrass band the Infamous Stringdusters, has announced the next single, “Amazing Grace,” from his forthcoming record, 12 Bluegrass Classics for Resophonic Guitar. The album is to be released next Friday, October 16, 2020 on Tape Time Records via Regime Music Group. Enjoy the song here on all streaming platforms, and the video here on YouTube.
“Amazing Grace is a special song for me,” shared Andy. “I selected it for this record and a single because I’ve played it at a number of memorials, including for both of my grandparents. And I’m sure we could all use a little grace from time to time.”
Together with the Artistworks platform, Andy is currently running a contest to give away a full year of VIP access to his lessosn platform. Contest details be found here.
Most notably, Andy was recently nominated for a 2020 International Bluegrass Music Award for Best Resophonic Guitar player, and appeared in back-to-back weekends with the Infamous Stringdusters live at a sold drive-in show, as well as on a 3-night livestream event.
Andy teaches online lessons through the Artistworks teaching platform and to date has taught thousands of students the fundamentals of resonator guitar. Andy has shared the stage and recorded with a wide range of artists including Dolly Parton, Wynona, Emmylou Harris, Earl Scruggs, Ryan Adams, Zack Brown, Charlie Daniels, Jack Black, Rodney Crowell and many others.
The full 12 Bluegrass Classics for Resophonic Guitar tracklist is as follows:
Leather Britches
I Am A Pilgrim
Panhandle Rag
House of the Rising Sun
Dixie Hoedown
Ashokan Farewell
Foggy Mountain Rock
Cherokee Shuffle
Ookpik Waltz
Home Sweet Home
Fireball Mail
Amazing Grace
Andy Hall, dobro and vocalist for the GRAMMY-award winning bluegrass band the Infamous Stringdusters, has released his new solo record, 12 Bluegrass Classics for Resophonic Guitar, on Tape Time Records via Regime Music Group.
12 Bluegrass Classics for Resophonic Guitar takes the listener on an all-instrumental journey across the landscape of Hall’s own sound and influences. The album marks Hall’s return to the foundation of his career as a dobro player, featuring the classic tunes he learned early on in his bluegrass journey. The album was mixed by fellow Stringdusters bandmate, Andy Falco.
12 Bluegrass Classics is available to be streamed on all major platforms here.
“I've always striven to push the envelope as a player, but never had the chance to put my stamp on some of the formative tunes I've always played at jam sessions. I chose songs that were familiar to me, shared Andy. “[These are] tunes that I've been playing for years, and that have shaped my playing. These 12 are some of my favorites, and I'm happy to get to offer up my take on them!”
Andy was most recently nominated for Resophonic Guitar Player of the Year at the 2020 International Bluegrass Music Association Awards. He teaches online lessons through Artistworks and to date has taught thousands of students the fundamentals of resonator guitar. Andy has shared the stage and recorded with a wide range of artists including Dolly Parton, Wynona, Emmylou Harris, Earl Scruggs, Ryan Adams, Zack Brown, Charlie Daniels, Jack Black, Rodney Crowell and many others.
The full 12 Bluegrass Classics for Resophonic Guitar track list is as follows:
Leather Britches
I Am A Pilgrim
Panhandle Rag
House of the Rising Sun
Dixie Hoedown
Ashokan Farewell
Foggy Mountain Rock
Cherokee Shuffle
Ookpik Waltz
Home Sweet Home
Fireball Mail
Amazing Grace
Savannah, Georgia-based one-man-band Zach Deputy has released his new single "How Sweet It Is" from his new upcoming album Roses. The single is Deputy’s take on the James Taylor classic and brilliantly merges the Americana sound of today with the nostalgic magic of yesterday's sonic listening experience. The multi-instrumentalist will release his new studio album Roses on Regime Music Group in early 2021.
“I was performing with the band at a festival and we just organically fell into the song. It went so well we decided to record it for the album," remembers Deputy. "I usually don’t record covers but the performance was so special we had to take it to the studio.”
From his playing gigs in his teenage years to releasing his debut album Out of the Water in 2008, Zach Deputy has made a name for himself as an unforgettable one-man-band live looping act. His unique blend of “island-infused, drum ‘n’ bass, gospel-ninja-soul" mixed with his synth guitar work has created his trademark pocket groove. Zach’s introspective songwriting evokes intense feelings of joy by shedding light on some of life’s most challenging moments.
Touring throughout most of his career as a headlining one man show, Deputy’s performances forego anything prerecorded for the authenticity of a purely live show. Onstage, Deputy’s music emerges as a therapeutic experience that strives to remind people of the joy of being alive.
Grammy-award winning bluegrass quintet, the Infamous Stringdusters are pleased to announce the release of their next studio record, Dust the Halls: An Acoustic Christmas Holiday! out on December 4 on Americana Vibes, a 10-track all-instrumental holiday album. The band, made up of Chris Pandolfi (banjo), Andy Hall (dobro), Andy Falco (guitar), Jeremy Garrett (fiddle) and Travis Book (bass) recorded the entirety of this album in quarantine, at home in their individual home studios.
"The holidays are approaching, a time to come together and celebrate life, our community and connections to each other" shared Pandolfi. "This connection has never been more important. This album was put together remotely, collaborating on arrangements and parts, putting our unique Stringdusters spin on a collection of timeless holiday classics. This is an album for everyone and we hope it brings joy and happiness for years to come."
Dust the Halls is the Dusters' 10th studio effort and first to be released on the newly launched Americana Vibes label, in partnership with Regime Music Group. It will feature 10 songs, including the first two singles "Deck the Halls" and "Little Drummer Boy," each due out in November.
“Once we realized in March (of 2020) that we were going to be off the road for a long while...” shared Falco. “We started trying to figure out how we could remain creatively connected as a band who lives in different cities across the United States, and unable to travel.”
Each individual band member contributed his portion of Dust the Halls from their home studios in Golden, Bond and Lakewood, CO, as well as Suffolk County, NY and Brevard, NC. Falco went on to share that each instrument added their parts independently, followed by mixing in his personal studio then on to mastering.
“I took most of the songs off a list made for a solo Christmas album I’d originally intended to record (plus a cool arrangement of Winter Wonderland by Andy Hall), and re-arranged them, made charts and laid down the foundation tracks in my studio for the guys,” shared Falco. “As I was assembling the parts, it really helped me emotionally to hear the band together, even if it was remotely done. Plus, the vibe of the holiday music helped bring some light to this otherwise dark time.”
The album is available now available for pre-order, exclusively through the band store in traditional 180g black, as well as limited green/red swirl. Fans may also go ahead and pre-save across digital streaming platforms.
The complete track list for Dust the Halls is as follows:
Joy to the World
Little Drummer Boy
Jingle Bells
We Three Kings
Winter Wonderland
The First Noel
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Christmas is Coming
Oh Holy Night
Deck the Halls
Grammy-Nominated funk-jazz-soul-hip-hop-psychedelic-jam-rock-experimental music titans LETTUCE have released Resonate Remixed, a remixed version of their acclaimed seventh studio album, Resonate via Round Hill Records. The album is a curated mix of respected artists and friends including Cloudchord, TYCOON, Mckenzie, Birocratic, jackLNDN and Flamingosis. Lettuce released a new remix each day this week to celebrate the release of the EP starting with “Silence is Golden (Cloudchord Remix.” Resonated Remixed is available on all DSPs: Stream it HERE.
Adam Deitch, the drummer for Lettuce, explains, “We reached out to some of our favorite producers to remix our album Resonate. Each producer lent their unique style and musicality to make this project pop off! We are very excited for y’all to hear it!”
Lettuce’s ever-changing and all-inclusive musical palette is often praised for the way it blurs lines and smashes together genres into exciting and compelling art. The New York Times have called their sound, “stone cold grooves” and Red Bull Music named them “everyone’s favorite funk band.” Resonate Remixed takes Lettuce’s sound and casts a wide net with influences of house, electronic and more, demonstrating the versatility of the band’s music.
A powerhouse collective made up of world-class master musicians, the members of Lettuce are also some of the most highly sought-after musicians in the industry. Between the tight knit group of Adam Deitch (drums, percussion, arrangement), Adam “Shmeeans” Smirnoff (guitar), Erick “Jesus” Coomes (bass), Ryan Zoidis (alto, baritone, tenor sax, Korg X-911), Eric “Benny” Bloom (trumpet, horns) and Nigel Hall (vocals, Hammond B-3, Rhodes, clavinet, keyboards), the musicians have roots that run deep into nearly every genre of music.
Lettuce is represented and more alive than ever on Resonate Remixed, giving listeners a sensation of genuine emotion and straight FUNKY tracks. As Deitch puts it, “if you let good vibes resonate with the people around you, they’ll hit hearts, minds, and souls.”
RESONATE REMIXED TRACKLISTING:
1. Silence is Golden (Cloudchord Remix)
2. Moksha (TYCOON ft. Mckenzie Remix)
3. Resonate (Birocratic Remix)
4. House of Lett (jackLNDN Remix)
5. Remember the Children (Flamingosis Remix)
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Today, Grammy-award winning bluegrass quintet, the Infamous Stringdusters have released “Deck the Halls,” the first single from their forthcoming Christmas album, Dust the Halls: An Acoustic Christmas Holiday! The song is available on all streaming platforms, click here to listen now.
Dust the Halls is due out on December 4 on Americana Vibes, with the second single, set for release “Little Drummer Boy,” out on November 27.
"The holidays are approaching, a time to come together and celebrate life, our community and our connections to each other" shared Chris Pandolfi, banjo for the Infamous Stringdusters. "This connection has never been more important. This album was put together remotely, collaborating on arrangements and parts, putting our unique Stringdusters spin on a collection of timeless holiday classics. This is an album for everyone and we hope it brings joy and happiness for years to come."
Dust the Halls is the Dusters' 10th studio effort and first to be released on the newly launched Americana Vibes label, in partnership with Regime Music Group. It will feature 10 songs, and is available now for pre-order, exclusively through the band’s store in traditional 180g black, and as part of an exclusive holiday merchandise bundle. Fans may also pre-save across digital streaming platforms.
To celebrate its release, the 'Dusters have teamed up independent Colorado ski manufacturer and lifestyle company, Icelantic, on this super dusty holiday playlist.
The complete track list for Dust the Halls is as follows:
Joy to the World
Little Drummer Boy
Jingle Bells
We Three Kings
Winter Wonderland
The First Noel
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Christmas is Coming
Oh Holy Night
Deck the Halls
"...but the fire is so delightful, and since we've got no place to go, let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!"
Heading into the 2020 holiday season, Savannah, Georgia-based one-man-band Zach Deputy has released a cover of the 1945 Vaughn Monroe Christmas classic, "Let it Snow." The song is available exclusively online, across digital streaming platforms. Here, Zach takes the widely-known traditional holiday favorite through the rabbit hole of his own unique spin.
"The inspiration to cover 'Let it Snow' came in equal part due to it being a friendly [and recognizable] Christmas classic, and the uncanny reference in the song lyrics to having no place to go," shared Zach. "Here we are, still hunkered down, so my hope is for this to bring you joy, a breath of fresh air and a beat to bob your head to. Now let's have some happy holidays... let it snow!"
From playing gigs in his teenage years to releasing his debut album Out of the Water in 2008, Zach Deputy has made a name for himself as an unforgettable one-man-band live looping act. His unique blend of “island-infused, drum ‘n’ bass, gospel-ninja-soul" mixed with his synth guitar work has created his trademark pocket groove. Zach’s introspective songwriting evokes intense feelings of joy by shedding light on some of life’s most challenging moments.
Touring throughout most of his career as a headlining one-man show, Deputy’s performances forego anything prerecorded for the authenticity of a purely live show. Onstage, Deputy’s music emerges as a therapeutic experience that strives to remind people of the joy of being alive.
Zach Deputy recently released a cover of "How Sweet It Is," and will release his new studio album "Roses" on Regime Music Group in early 2021.
Grammy-award winning bluegrass quintet, the Infamous Stringdusters have released their first Christmas album, Dust the Halls: An Acoustic Christmas Holiday! on the newly founded Americana Vibes record label. Dust the Halls is a digitally collaborative effort, with the Infamous Stringdusters banding together despite physical distance to bring some much-needed holiday cheer to 2020.
Early in the COVID-19 pandemic after all touring was indefinitely cancelled, the band stayed focused on remaining connected musically with each other despite being isolated in different cities throughout the country.
“We started to consider doing some remote recording projects (each guy from his own home studio) ... but doing a brand new original Stringdusters album requires us to be together,” shared Andy Falco, guitar for the Infamous Stringdusters.
“I had actually already started thinking about a Christmas album last year but never had the time to start recording it, so when the idea came up we were able to use that list of mostly traditional songs and added an Andy Hall-arranged version of Winter Wonderland. I put together arrangements for the band, wrote charts, made a guitar track and the guys all added their parts one by one. As the pieces were coming in and I was assembling and mixing them in my studio, the songs started to come to life, making me feel like the band was together again. It was truly therapeutic and particularly nice that it was joyful holiday music, lending a welcome hand through some of the darkness happening in the world around us. We hope this album can help bring that joy into people’s homes, and we wish everyone a happy and healthy holiday season.”
Dust the Halls is the Dusters’ 10th studio effort and first to be released on the newly launched American Vibes, a multimedia and lifestyle endeavor under the Regime Music Group umbrella. It features 10 Christmas classics, and is available now for purchase and streaming everywhere. Stream the album here: https://fanlink.to/dustthehalls
"The holidays are approaching, a time to come together and celebrate life, our community and our connections to each other" shared Chris Pandolfi, banjo for the Infamous Stringdusters. "This connection has never been more important. This album was put together remotely, collaborating on arrangements and parts, putting our unique Stringdusters spin on a collection of timeless holiday classics. This is an album for everyone and we hope it brings joy and happiness for years to come."
The complete track list for Dust the Halls is as follows:
Joy to the World
Little Drummer Boy
Jingle Bells
We Three Kings
Winter Wonderland
The First Noel
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Christmas is Coming
Oh Holy Night
Deck the Halls
Grammy-award winning Bluegrass quintet, The Infamous Stringdusters, are pleased to take part in the Festival Lights, sharing their take on “Maoz Tzur” and “Hanukkah Oh Hanukkah”, celebrating the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah. Both songs are available now on all streaming platforms here - https://fanlink.to/hanukkah
The singles are a follow up to their recent release, Dust the Halls; An Acoustic Christmas Holiday!, their first Christmas album. Both singles and the new album have been released on the newly founded Americana Vibes record label, a partnership alongside Regime Music Group. Like Dust the Halls, these two singles are a digitally collaborative effort, with the Infamous Stringdusters banding together despite physical distance to bring some much needed holiday cheer to 2020.
It was a new, wonderful experience recording “Hanukkah, Oh Hanukkah” and “Maoz Tzur,” and adding them to our holiday collection, shared Andy Hall, dobro for the Infamous Stringdusters. “Truly an honor to learn a couple Hanukkah classics for you!”
To celebrate the holidays and the release of their new music, the band will appear on Fans.com in partnership with Relix Magazine, this coming Sunday evening, December 13. The multi-night event will feature music from Matisyahu, Goose and of course the Infamous Stringdusters. As for the Stringdusters, Sunday evening’s content will offer a mix of a pre-recorded live performance, a fireside Zoom-style chat and night four Hanukkah candle lighting. The stream is free to attend, with donations suggested and encouraged. More information can be found here - https://fans.live/livestream/20201213-hannukah-candlelighting-with-the-infamous-stringdusters/
"The holidays are approaching, a time to come together and celebrate life, our community and our connections to each other" shared Chris Pandolfi, banjo for the Infamous Stringdusters. "This connection has never been more important. These songs were put together remotely, collaborating on arrangements and parts, putting our unique Stringdusters spin on a collection of timeless holiday classics. This is for everyone and we hope it brings joy and happiness for years to come."
As previously shared, Dust the Halls can also be found on all streaming platforms, right here - https://fanlink.to/dustthehalls
The dark storyteller Amigo The Devil has just released a bare bones version of his new single “Another Man’s Grave” through a live acoustic video. The song is from his upcoming sophomore album Born Against and it documents everyone’s personal struggle to put into action the steps it takes to become the person we know we are before it’s too late. Filmed, recorded and edited by Courtney and Ray Gauger, the video depicts a solo Amigo The Devil performing in a vibrant forest accompanied only by his guitar. The contrast between the stark and lonely nature of these lyrics and the thriving surroundings is the perfect housing for the doubt and hopelessness embodied in the song.
Watch "Another Man's Grave" online at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RukZXYTISQ
Amigo The Devil comments, “I’ve always been a fan of hearing songs stripped down to their core. Since the live show is always just myself and a few instruments, it’s always fun to deliver both versions of the song. The album version is always the one that’s in my head; the one I hear when I write it. The live version tends to be the one that’s in my blood, clawing to get out. It’s a two-headed dog... Each version with a mind of its own while feeding the same body.”
Amigo The Devil's sophomore album, Born Against was recorded at Modern Electric Sound Recorders with producer Beau Bedford. Throughout the record, the continued unflinching honesty of the lyrics and their presentation of taboo elements are a crushing but necessary vessel for these stories to hit so close to home without relying on shock value. It’s that same uncomfortable honesty that allows the general public to embrace themes that would otherwise be frowned on, much in the vein of legendary songwriters across generations before. Like master storytellers, Tom Waits, Leonard Cohen, and Townes Van Zandt, Born Against is proof that Amigo The Devil is expanding boundaries and continuously exploring his craft.
Born Against is set to drop on February 19th via Liars Club/Regime Music Group. Pre-order Born Against now: https://fanlink.to/bornagainst
Cut-to-heart folk rock sextet, Dustbowl Revival, are pleased to announce the dates and lineup for the next edition of their virtual music festival, Sway-at-Home Holiday Fest.
The holiday edition event will take place, virtually of course, Tuesday, December 22 on Dustbowl’s Facebook and YouTube pages; and will feature sets from the likes of Dustbowl Revival, Keb' Mo', Bobby Rush, T. Sisters, The Accidentals and many more. Sway-at-Home will kick off at 5:00pm PST.
“We started Sway-at-Home [way back] in April when we realized our group, and many of our touring friends’ groups, wouldn’t get to play music festivals during this hard and strange time,” shared Z. Lupetin of Dustbowl Revival. “Instead of despairing, we created something new, bringing artists and songwriters together in a way that only music gatherings can.
While Sway-at-Home is completely free to view, the Dustbowl team encourages both tips to the festival and artists themselves (whose information will appear on-screen during the fest), but also for viewers to consider donations to Color for Change and MusiCares.
Outside of Sway-at-Home, Dustbowl Revival earlier this year released their latest single, “Beside You,” a song recorded initially in part of the Is it You, Is it Me sessions.
“It’s been a dark year for many music lovers,” shared Z. “We hope this will lighten people’s spirits. It’s gonna be epic!”
Dustbowl Revival is composed of core members Z. Lupetin (lead vocals/guitar), Liz Beebe (lead vocals), Matt Rubin (trumpet/flugelhorn/keys), Ulf Bjorlin (trombones) and Josh Heffernan (drums/percussion).
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Travis Book, songwriter and bass player for Grammy Award-winning bluegrass quintet the Infamous Stringdusters, is pleased to roll out a series of Travis Book Happy Hour dates beginning in January 2021, presented by newly launched record label, Americana Vibes.
Travis debuted his ‘Happy Hour’ concept back in June with longtime collaborator Sarah Siskind and has since become a staple in the Asheville, NC music scene - with its home base located at The Grey Eagle. The events, which have been streamed via Facebook Live, are designed to offer a combination of music, conversation and happiness, where Travis melds together unique musical collaborations and conversations about matters of being - all revolving around a common theme.
Outside of the pilot, the Travis Book Happy Hour has featured the likes of Lindsay Lou, Mike Guggino and Barrett Smith (The Steep Canyon Rangers), Mimi Naja (Fruition) and more, spanning 10 episodes since inception.
"I started The Travis Book Happy Hour in response to the changes that swept through the entertainment industry in the spring of 2020," shared Travis. "I needed to make music, to do something different, to reinvent myself, in a sense. I was looking for the best way to serve the music community and grow creatively and realized the opportunity was there, at The Grey Eagle in Asheville, to do something different; a variety show with musical guests, interviews, and conversation about matters of being or what to do with ourselves this life. It's been a revelation to make music and converse with my friends and dig deeper roots here in my community in Western North Carolina. Season 2, which starts January 6th, is packed with another round of phenomenal guests that I'm thrilled to share the stage with."
The forthcoming season will feature guests such as Stringdusters bandmate, Andy Falco, Anders Beck (Greensky Bluegrass), Nicki Bluhm and more.
Confirmed 2021 dates and artists include:
January 6 - Kyle Tuttle & Lindsay Pruett
January 20 - Josh Daniel
February 3 - Steve McMurry
February 17 - Nicki Bluhm
March 3 - Anders Beck & Jon Stickley
April 21 - Andy Falco
Travis, in part of his full-time gig with the Infamous Stringdusters, recently released an all-instrumental holiday album, Dust the Halls: An Acoustic Christmas Holiday!, which debuted in the #1 spot on the Billboard Bluegrass charts.
More information on the Travis Book Happy
Chris “Panda” Pandolfi, banjo player and songwriter for the GRAMMY and IBMA-award winning bluegrass band the Infamous Stringdusters, is announcing his new solo record, Trance Banjo under the moniker Trad Plus. The album is to be released on February 12, 2021 on Americana Vibes via Regime Music Group.
Trance Banjo delivers a unique combination of modern, melodic banjo compositions, along with lush, symphonic vinyl samples, beats, futuristic software instruments, strings, analog synths and more. Chris produced, performed, engineered and mixed all the music over the last three years at his studio in Denver, CO, with the exception of 2 guest spots: the luminary fiddle playing of Stuart Duncan as well as previous TRAD PLUS collaborator Nick Falk (drums) on select tracks.
Trance Banjo and exclusive merchandise are now available for pre-save and pre-order. Its first single, “Astral Plane,” is out now, while the second, “Wallfacer” is forthcoming. Additional details here -> https://fanlink.to/trancebanjo
“This is a concept record that grew out of some experimentation that was happening as I finished my last TRAD PLUS record, Interference, in 2015. I was searching for texture in the music, and I started creating my own vinyl samples from old classical records,” shared Chris.
“It was the perfect complement to all the clean, modern sounds of the virtual instruments I was using, and just sounded beautiful under the stuff I was writing on banjo. The writing progressed and the tracks just started growing from there, but it was a massive project, and it took being home during quarantine to really immerse myself in the project to where I could finish it. Some tracks have 20 or more voices, so it was a lot to write, play and piece together. But I wanted this big, unique sound, and I am always trying to re-contextualize the banjo. That’s what Trance Banjo is all about.”
Chris was the first ever banjo principal at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, as well as the keynote speaker at the 2011 International Bluegrass Music Association Business Conference. He also produces and hosts “Inside the Musicians’ Brain (ITMB),” a podcast that is part of the Osiris Media family, offering conversations with fellow musicians that explore everything that goes into a life in music. Season two of ITMB will hit airwaves early this year, featuring interviews with Oteil Burbridge (Dead & Co), Sarah Jarosz, Goose, Sara Watkins, Ronnie McCoury and more.
The full Trance Banjo tracklist is as follows:
Astral Plane ft. Stuart Duncan
Silver Droplet
Fulcrum
Wallfacer
Wading in the Stream
Cloud Valley ft. Stuart Duncan
Asleep at the Wheel of Fortune
Holding Pattern
Flagship
On the heels of announcing his forthcoming solo record, Trance Banjo, Chris Pandolfi, banjo player, singer and songwriter for The Infamous Stringdusters, is back with the second season of his popular podcast Inside the Musicians Brain. Along with more insight into the Stringdusters’ world, episodes this season will also feature interviews with a number of prominent contemporary musicians, including Peter & Rick (Goose), Sarah Jarosz, Oteil Burbridge (Dead and Co, Allman Brothers), Sara Watkins (Nickel Creek, I'm with Her), Ronnie McCoury (Del McCoury Band), and more to come. Past guests have included the likes of Billy Strings, Paul Hoffman (Greensky Bluegrass), Holly Bowling and more.
The Grammy-award winning artist/producer and member of the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) board of directors has found much insight in talking with fellow artists during these unprecedented times.
"What a time to be a musician! Most of last year was a much needed break from all the hustle, but I got really inspired a few months ago to get season two of Inside the Musician’s Brain going,” shared Chris. “There are so many challenges and new perspectives/innovations happening in the music world right now, and it’s been so interesting hearing about all that from my guests. I’ve been lucky to connect with some amazing humans already for season two, and I can’t wait to share their knowledge with the world."
As previously announced, Chris' upcoming release, Trance Banjo, delivers a unique combination of modern, melodic banjo compositions, along with lush, symphonic vinyl samples, beats, futuristic software instruments, strings, analog synths and more. Chris produced, performed, engineered and mixed all the music over the last three years at his studio in Denver, CO, with the exception of 2 guest spots: the luminary fiddle playing of Stuart Duncan as well as previous TRAD PLUS collaborator Nick Falk (drums) on select tracks.
Trance Banjo and exclusive merchandise are now available for pre-save and pre-order. Its first single, “Astral Plane,” is out now, while the second, “Wallfacer” is forthcoming. Additional details here -> https://fanlink.to/trancebanjo
GRAMMY-nominated funk-jazz-soul-hip-hop-psychedelic-jam-experimental titans Lettuce have announced their return after almost a year apart. The event will occur over two nights, totalling four shows from Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom in Denver, CO on February 18th & 19th streaming exclusively on Mandolin.
Viewers can expect fully-immersive, unique sets from each show inclusive of new unreleased music, no song repeats and fan-favorite classics. Viewers will have on-demand access for a full 48 hours following each live performance.
This reunion comes as a result of the band getting back together to record new music, a follow up to both Resonate and Vibe.
“We will be holding nothing back and extending every piece and fibre of our beings to make sure that this listening and visual experience is the best we have to offer in 2021,” shared Adam Deitch, founder and drummer. “We hope that everyone we have reached throughout the years is able to find the time to witness the greatest of all our reunions in the history of our band's existence.”
Fans will have the option to purchase tickets for individual shows, sets of two or the full weekend series. More information as well as tickets for the Mandolin experience and limited edition event merch can be found here -> https://boxoffice.mandolin.com/pages/lettuce?ls=P1p-OhR0TdmXLeEV-p_o3g
Livestream tickets are on sale now.
A very limited, COVID-compliant stock of inventory will be available for each show at Cervantes. Only 50 in-person tickets to each show will be released. Each party will be required to arrive together and must remain in their designated group from arrival through departure from the venue. Masks must be worn at all times. Those tickets can be purchased only through the Cervantes point of sale HERE. Cervantes tickets will officially go on sale Thursday, Feb 4 at 12pm MT / 2pm ET.
Both early shows will begin at 6pm MT, and the late shows at 8:45pm MT. Doors for those attending in person will be at 5:30pm MT and 8:15pm MT respectively.
“The level of excitement that we hold as a collective band and friends”, shared Deitch, “is off the charts for this next show we have.”
A powerhouse collective made up of world-class master musicians, the members of Lettuce – Adam Deitch (drums, percussion, arrangement), Adam “Shmeeans” Smirnoff (guitar), Erick “Jesus” Coomes (bass), Ryan Zoidis (alto, baritone, tenor sax, Korg X-911), Eric “Benny” Bloom (trumpet, horns) and Nigel Hall (vocals, Hammond B-3, Rhodes, clavinet, keyboards) – are also some of the most highly sought-after musicians in the industry with resumes that read like a who’s who in hip-hop, pop, and beyond, working and performing with everyone from Kanye West, Lady Gaga, Stevie Wonder, Questlove, Justin Timberlake, The Fugees, Eminem, Dr. Dre, Britney Spears, Gary Clark Jr., Skrillex, Solange, and so many more. Lettuce’s ever-changing and all-inclusive musical palette is often praised for the way it blurs lines and smashes together genres into exciting and compelling art – drawing acclaim from everyone from NPR, New York Times, Consequence of Sound and Billboard to BrooklynVegan, Earmilk, HipHopDX and Relix.
GRAMMY-nominated soul provider Nigel Hall puts his skills to good use, carving out a creative space to call his own with his second album Spiritual, set to release May 14th, 2021 on Regime Music Group. With this release, Nigel Hall is ready to follow his musical spirit into uncharted territory.
Throughout his career, he’s built a mighty foundation of funk, onstage and in the studio, proving himself to be a true student of the music. His unique sound, built upon pages torn out of the golden-ages of R&B, funk and soul, have made him the musician he is today; an accomplished vocalist, keyboardist, studio musician, and member of the GRAMMY-nominated funk-jazz-soul-hip-hop-psychedelic-jam- experimental titans Lettuce. Legions of fans are already well in the know about Hall’s copious keyboard chops and powerful vocal style.
"The title 'Spiritual' came from something we (the musicians) were all just saying to each other," recalls Nigel. "We were all on break during the sessions and I walked past this sign that said 'Spiritual’ that’s all it said. It was like a sign from God! So that’s how the record got its name."
Recorded with a back-to-basics approach in Richmond, VA at the world famous Jellowstone Studios, Hall puts an emphasis on channeling the vibe and soul of his music, making himself a conduit of the unique style of jazz-inflected old-school R&B and funk and flows out of him.
"My last record was more of a traditional soul record. I feel like it was a lot of what other people wanted me to sound like. With this album, I didn’t want this to sound like another release. I want people to know that I am my own entity and that I want to explore different areas of music," commented Nigel on the direction of the album. "This record I had full creative control. I feel like every artist records one record in their career for themselves. This one is it for me. I feel like if no one hears this record, I'll still be able to sleep at night because I know there is something real out in the world that I put there."
Vinyl & other merchandise is available globally, order and bundle packages are available at his official store HERE.
GRAMMY and IBMA-award winning bluegrass quintet, the Infamous Stringdusters, are pleased to announce a pair of weekend shows in April of this year.
The band will kick the run off at B-Chord Brewing in Round Hill, VA for a three-night run April 16-18, and will then head over to VanHoy Farms in Harmony, NC for shows April 23-24. All information including ticket prices, venue-specific COVID protocol and on-sale information can be found at www.thestringdusters.com/tour.
In addition to the Dusters, the VanHoy shows will feature support by Sierra Hull + Justin Moses (4/23) and The Travelin' McCourys (4/24).
"We've had a year of communication with each other and our management and what we're comfortable with, an what we think is responsible in regards to shows," shared Andy Hall, dobro and vocals. "That is one of the strange parts of the pandemic: planning anything has been so hard. So, having something solid to look forward to is fantastic. You realize as a musician how much the live, in-person connection with fans is motivating. We've been missing that!"
Most recently, the Dusters released their holiday record, Dust the Halls: An Acoustic Christmas Holiday! along with two bonus Hanukkah singles. Dust the Halls debuted on Billboard's Bluegrass Chart at #1 and sat on the chart for a handful of consecutive weeks.
Hall went on to share, "We've been at this quite awhile, and I think in some ways we were ready for some home time. We all have people in our lives we wanted to spend more time with, and this pandemic did have a silver lining as far as family time goes. All of the Dusters have been really active making music at home during the last year. Both writing and recording. Guys releasing solo records and our band releasing a variety of projects. For us, it's like breathing. It's what we do!"
GRAMMY-winning soul provider Nigel Hall puts his skills to good use, carving out a creative space to call his own with his second album Spiritual, set to release May 14th, 2021 on Regime Music Group. Today, Nigel Hall releases his first single “Wake Me” from the highly anticipated album. Listen HERE.
Nigel states, “What made me love this song is the chords and the lyrics. I can identify with the words. I know what it feels like to dream of things you want to continue when you wake up.” Hall continues, “It is just a vibe, all the way through.”
Throughout his career, he’s built a mighty foundation of funk, onstage and in the studio, proving himself to be a true student of the music. His unique sound, built upon pages torn out of the golden-ages of R&B, funk and soul, have made him the musician he is today; an accomplished vocalist, keyboardist, studio musician, and member of the GRAMMY-nominated funk-jazz-soul-hip-hop-psychedelic-jam- experimental titans Lettuce. Legions of fans are already well in the know about Hall’s copious keyboard chops and powerful vocal style.
Recorded with a back-to-basics approach in Richmond, VA at the world famous Jellowstone Studios, Hall puts an emphasis on channeling the vibe and soul of his music, making himself a conduit of the unique style of jazz-inflected old-school R&B and funk and flows out of him.
"My last record was more of a traditional soul record. I feel like it was a lot of what other people wanted me to sound like. With this album, I didn’t want this to sound like another release. I want people to know that I am my own entity and that I want to explore different areas of music," commented Nigel on the direction of the album. "This record I had full creative control. I feel like every artist records one record in their career for themselves. This one is it for me. I feel like if no one hears this record, I'll still be able to sleep at night because I know there is something real out in the world that I put there."
Vinyl & other merchandise is available globally, order and bundle packages are available at his official store HERE.
This evening, Travis Book of the Grammy-award winning bluegrass quintet, the Infamous Stringdusters, once again takes the stage in part of his "quarantine project," The Travis Book Happy Hour. Tonight's episode, unlike those previously held, will in large part pay tribute to the late Tony Rice.
The episode will feature special guests, Jon Stickley and Lyndsay Pruett (Jon Stickley Trio) as well as Shawn Lane (Blue Highway) and will run through Tony Rice's deep repertoire of folk, Americana and bluegrass.
"Tony Rice is my desert-island artist and my biggest influence," shared Travis. "His song selection, his voice, and that distinctive guitar playing... Bluegrass music and acoustic guitar would not be what it is without Tony Rice. My guests this episode are also Tony Rice's children, with deep appreciation and understanding of his music. Shawn Lane of Blue Highway shared the stage with Tony Rice. Few play Rice-style guitar as well as Jon Stickley and Lyndsay Pruett's musical range on fiddle is unmatched. I've planned a chronological retrospective touching on every phase of Tony's varied career and I'll try to demonstrate why Tony Rice's music is still so relevant and will never be forgotten."
Past episodes of The Travis Book Happy Hour have included Nicki Bluhm, Anders Beck, members of the Steep Canyon Rangers and more. Tonight's episode can be viewed live on the Travis Book Happy Hour Facebook page, beginning at 7pm ET.
"We call this one a barn burner," shared Tejon front man, Connor O'Neal. His band, Colorado Springs-based outlaw alt-folk group Tejon Street Corner Thieves have released their unique energetic take on the bluegrass classic "Greasy Coat". The track is the latest single released from their upcoming new album Stolen Goods, which is set for a May 7th release through Liars Club/Regime Music Group.
"There’s been a lot of skepticism about this song's original meaning but we’ve actually combined two songs here; Greasy Coat and Cluck Old Hen," commented Connor O’Neal. "We live for live shows and they tend to get rowdy, so we approached this one with the same kind of fast energy we have during our live show."
Stolen Goods is a 10-track collection of classic traditional Americana, folk, and bluegrass covers that pays homage to the forefathers of the genre who laid the groundwork for what would become the roots of modern folk. Recorded at Royal Recordings in Colorado Springs with producer Bill Douglass, the songs on Stolen Goods have become a staple of Tejon Street Corner Thieves set dating back to their early days busking the streets for pocket change.
When it came time to assemble the visual album artwork, Tejon Street Corner Thieves were blessed with an original illustration by artist Jim Evans, also known as TAZ the “Rock Poster God.” TAZ has illustrated and designed some of the most iconic rock posters for everyone from Neil Young, the Ramones, Smashing Pumpkins, Pixies and more.
Tejon Street Corner Thieves' Stolen Goods is now available for pre-order at http://store.liarsclubrecords.com in CD and limited edition vinyl. In part of the limited vinyl release is the new Tejon Street Corner Thieves board game "Larry," where fans play and party as their favorite band member; warping through the chaotic world of life on the road. The pre-order also offers a deluxe bundle that includes a limited edition print of the album art from Jim "TAZ" Evans".
The Infamous Stringdusters, are pleased to announce the second single from their forthcoming album, A Tribute to Bill Monroe, is out now on Americana Vibes.
“Sitting Alone in the Moonlight” is a Monroe ballad that tells the tale of the storyteller left by his lover to ponder upon their past together. The song was first released by Bill Monroe and His Bluegrass Boys in 1956. The Dusters are the latest in a handful of bluegrassers who have recorded their take since its initial release.
“Bill Monroe means a lot to a lot of musicians and is credited with creating his own genre of music that we know as bluegrass,” shared Jeremy Garrett, fiddle and vocals for the Dusters. “To me, one of the things I respect the most about his music was that he was an innovator. The Dusters have looked to take a page out of his book so to speak and have followed our own path to be innovators in the music that we’ve created together, along with exploiting the bluegrass foundation that we all share.”
The Infamous Stringdusters are currently on the road through the mid-Atlantic. Having performed to a sold-out crowd over 3 nights at B Chord Brewing in Virginia last weekend, the band heads into Harmony, NC for two nights with Sierra Hull and the Travelin’ McCourys and onto Charleston, SC on Sunday. More info and current tour dates at thestringdusters.com/tour
A Tribute to Bill Monroe and exclusive merchandise are now available for pre-order at thestringdusters.com. “Sitting Alone in the Moonlight” is available for streaming now -> https://fanlink.to/sittingmoonlight
The full track list for A Tribute to Bill Monroe is as follows:
My Sweet Blue Eyed Darling
Dark as the Night
Sitting Alone in the Moonlight
Toy Heart
Old Dangerfield
Travelin Down this Lonesome Road
The Little Girl and the Dreadful Snake
WinterWonderGrass, known for its mix of eclectic bluegrass and Americana artists, local and regional craft brews and world-class skiing and riding, announces today that jamgrass pioneers, Yonder Mountain String Band will be returning to the Colorado festival, marking their first appearance with their new lineup configuration.
WinterWonderGrass is traditionally held at Steamboat Resort in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The event, as previously announced, will take place on the weekend of February 25-27, 2022 and will feature headliner Trampled by Turtles as well as Sierra Hull. Once again, along with this announcement of Sierra Hull, WinterWonderGrass is pleased to offer a very limited allotment of GA tickets (VIPs are sold out and available exclusively via the exchange powered by Lyte); on sale now at www.winterwondergrass.com/steamboat. The Festival will be announcing one act per month as we ramp up to the return in February of 2022.
“Bringing Yonder back to Colorado is a testament to the belief in nurturing and honoring the roots of our scene,” shared Ariel Rosemberg, Director of Marketing & Ticketing. “We’re so excited to see and experience their evolution, and believe that our festival attendees share the same sentiment. It’ll absolutely be a treat to kick off our 2022 season with Yonder in our corner.”
More information on WinterWonderGrass will be released in the coming months.
Additionally, and as previously reported, the folks at Bonfire Entertainment have launched a single-day RiverWonderGrass concept that will run on Saturdays at Rancho del Rio, from June 19 through August 28. Many of these floats, with a capacity of 30 per, have sold out and a very limited allotment remains available for those later in summer. More information at www.riverwondergrass.com
GRAMMY-winning soul provider Nigel Hall puts his skills to good use, carving out a creative space to call his own with his second album Spiritual, set to release May 14th, 2021 on Regime Music Group. Today, Nigel Hall releases his second single “Gotta Go to Work” from the highly anticipated album. Listen HERE.
Nigel states, “There is a Luther Vandross song called ‘I’ve Been Working” that I used to perform a lot. I love that song. I feel like this is my version of that song. DJ Harrison (Butcher Brown) and I wrote the song and it seemed fitting to do since we both worked a ton before COVID hit. It’s the story of a working musician's life....”
Throughout his career, he’s built a mighty foundation of funk, onstage and in the studio, proving himself to be a true student of the music. His unique sound, built upon pages torn out of the golden-ages of R&B, funk and soul, have made him the musician he is today; an accomplished vocalist, keyboardist, studio musician, and member of the GRAMMY-nominated funk-jazz-soul-hip-hop-psychedelic-jam- experimental titans Lettuce. Legions of fans are already well in the know about Hall’s copious keyboard chops and powerful vocal style.
Recorded with a back-to-basics approach in Richmond, VA at the world famous Jellowstone Studios, Hall puts an emphasis on channeling the vibe and soul of his music, making himself a conduit of the unique style of jazz-inflected old-school R&B and funk and flows out of him.
"My last record was more of a traditional soul record. I feel like it was a lot of what other people wanted me to sound like. With this album, I didn’t want this to sound like another release. I want people to know that I am my own entity and that I want to explore different areas of music," commented Nigel on the direction of the album. "This record I had full creative control. I feel like every artist records one record in their career for themselves. This one is it for me. I feel like if no one hears this record, I'll still be able to sleep at night because I know there is something real out in the world that I put there."
Andy Falco, guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer, and one-fifth of the GRAMMY award-winning bluegrass quintet, The Infamous Stringdusters, is very excited to announce the release of a new single, his first in over 10 years, “Merriam Special.” The track is the latest song to be released by the Dusters-anchored Americana Vibes.
“Back when I got into bluegrass music, that’s when I met my friend Buddy Merriam,” shared Falco. “Buddy is a mandolin player who used to be connected to Bill Monroe. In honor of Monroe, Buddy wrote a tune called ‘Monroe’s Special’ that we used to play together back in the day. And in honor of Buddy, I went ahead and wrote this traditional bluegrass tune called ‘Merriam Special’ that pays tribute to my old friend, Buddy. I play mandolin and guitar, and by brother Patrick is featured on bass.
“Merriam Special” can be listened to now on all streaming platforms here: https://fanlink.to/merriam_special
In other Stringdusters news, both Jeremy Garrett and Travis Book also released solo project singles. Jeremy’s new tune, "Wont You Remember My Name" is the next single in the series of songs leading up to his new album. This track is more rooted in his acoustic guitar, mandolin and fiddle tones. Still shaping his music with the ability to loop, there's so much space for a tech-enhanced, fiddle-driven interlude that brings it all back home to his sound lent to the Stringdusters.
And for Travis, serving as a musical meeting ground for musicians working in a broad range of bluegrass styles, “On The Lonesome Breeze” showcases rich creativity, deep skills — and a lot of musical muscle, too - and is the latest song to be released in part of the Bluegrass at the Crossroads session. This song is sung and co-written by Travis himself, and features a number of all-star North Carolina based pickers. Both Jeremy and Travis’ singles are released on Organic Records and can be streamed here: https://linktr.ee/April30Releases
As previously announced, the Infamous Stringdusters will be releasing their forthcoming album, A Tribute to Bill Monroe on Americana Vibes, due out May 28. The album’s first two singles, “My Sweet Blue Eyed Darling,” and “Sitting Alone in the Moonlight” are out now. The album can be pre-ordered here: https://thestringdusters-store.com/collections/a-tribute-to-bill-monroe
The Dusters recently wrapped up a stint on the east coast with shows at B Chord Brewery, VanHoy Farms and the Pour House in Charleston. The band will be back out for another handful of dates at the end of May.
More information about the Infamous Stringdusters can be found here: www.thestringdusters.com
Colorado-based outlaw alt-folk group, Tejon Street Corner Thieves, have released their new album, Stolen Goods today via Liars Club. The 10-track album was recorded at Royal Recordings in Colorado Springs, Colo. with producer Bill Douglass, and pays homage to the classic traditional Americana, folk, and bluegrass songs that helped redefine genres; and lay the groundwork for what would become the roots of modern folk.
The Stolen Goods album is available now online at http://store.liarsclubrecords.com in CD and limited edition vinyl, with album artwork designed by artist Jim Evans, also known as TAZ the “Rock Poster God.” The Stolen Goods limited edition vinyl is unique in the sense that it folds out into the game board of the new and exclusive Tejon Street Corner Thieves board game that they've dubbed "Larry." In the game, fans can play and party as their favorite band member as they warp through the chaotic world of life on the road.
Stolen Goods takes the listener on a journey with Tejon Street Corner Thieves through re-worked classic folk, bluegrass and traditional Americana songs by adding their own unique twist, defined as outlaw blues and trash-grass forged by their original brand of whiskey roots. These classic traditional songs have been passed down for generations and the roots can be traced back to as early as the mid-1800s, making them some of the most important and essential moments in music history and influencing countless of songwriters.
The complete Stolen Goods tracklist is:
Wayfaring Stranger
Crawdad
Deal Rag
Down by the Bay
Five Foot Two
Greasy Coat
Keep it Clean
Mobile Line
Rollin' in My Sweet Baby's Arms
Sugar Hill
To celebrate the release of their new album Stolen Goods, Tejon Street Corner Thieves will be playing an album release party on May 14th at Black Sheep in their hometown of Colorado Springs, CO.
Midnight North, the Bay Area roots and folk act, is the latest in a series of artists to join the newly formed Americana Vibes. The label, launched in December 2020 as part of the Regime Music Group umbrella of companies, is home to GRAMMY award-winning artist, The Infamous Stringdusters as well as Boulder, Colorado-based The Sweet Lillies.
"Midnight North have been our musical brothers and sister for years now, and we are so excited to welcome them to the Americana Vibes family," shared Chris Pandolfi of The Infamous Stringdusters. “They have a timeless, powerful sound, along with amazing original songs that always take you places. That’s what great music is all about! We are excited to help get their new album out to the world--check it out!”
Midnight North’s forthcoming album, There's Always a Story, is due out on Americana Vibes on July 23, and represents a new peak for the band.
The kernels of these songs had been growing for years, but they were arranged and finished collaboratively between their last shows of 2019 and the sessions in January 2020. Most had not been performed live until they were laid down, a change from the band’s usual way of doing things. The album features a number of collaborators including Jason Crosby & Scott Law, as well as Marcus Machado, Dave Eggar, & Jennifer Hartswick.
The band made a concerted effort to expand their sound and prove to themselves that they could venture into new musical territory while still sounding entirely like Midnight North. From the string band stylings of “Silent Lonely Drifter” to The Roots-inspired groove of “The Sailor & The Sea,” you will hear something new from Midnight North on every track.
“This band and the songs we write and record are no doubt a perfect match for Americana Vibes,” shared Nathan Graham of Midnight North.
"We've always looked up to the Infamous Stringdusters as songwriters, musicians, and as an organization,” shared Grahame Lesh. Becoming label-mates with a band like the Dusters and getting to work with a top notch record label like Americana Vibes, is an important step for Midnight North that we are absolutely over the moon about! We can't wait to present this album, There's Always a Story - this collection of songs that reflects our Americana story - with the support of Americana Vibes behind it."
Leftover Salmon Announces ‘Red & White, Blue Suede Shoes,’ A July 4th Celebration in Buena Vista, CO
Colorado-based jamgrass pioneers, Leftover Salmon, announce a July 4 celebration as only this band can deliver: July 2-4, 2021 at The Surf Hotel in beautiful Buena Vista, CO.
The shows will all be held on the LAWN, adjacent to the hotel in the heart of Buena Vista’s South Main District.
“Our buddy Jed is building a new neighborhood (in town) centered around boating, biking, skiing, good food and live music in a sweet little corner of Buena Vista, Colorado and we will be having us a ding dang festival right in the town square, shared Vince Herman. “There’s a great hotel right there on the square so get a room and get ready to festivate on the July 4th weekend.”
Surf Hotel owner, Jed Selby shared, “I can’t tell you how ready I am for a dance party, it has been way too long! Having this legendary band play in Buena Vista is always an amazing treat. I’m stoked for this 3 day run!”
Support for these shows include Tejon Street Corner Thieves (July 2), Tara Rose and the Real Deal (July 3) and Wood Belly (July 4) plus a special DeadPhish Orchestra set after Leftover Salmon. Additional details for Ivy Ballroom after-shows are forthcoming.
Tickets for this limited capacity event are available at https://southmainco.com/los. A limited number of VIP tickets will be offered for Red & White, Blue Suede Shoes. These passes provide access to a side stage viewing area, a private VIP tent with a private bar, a nightly cocktail hour each day from 4-5 pm featuring complimentary beer. Plus a homestyle spread of heavy appetizers served each evening at set break, prepared by Wesley & Rose.
VIP’ers can enjoy a private entrance, VIP bathrooms, and a comfortable space to connect and enjoy the show. These limited VIP tickets will be offered as an upgrade to the standard general admission ticket.
After patrons purchase a ticket, they will each receive a confirmation email with a code to book a room at the Surf Hotel. Limited rooms are available so it is encouraged to jump on it before they sell out. Large groups should check out the South Main Vacation Rentals. Camping will also be permitted in the gravel parking lot behind Black Burro Bikes in South Main. If the Surf Hotel is sold out, please check out the Best Western Vista Inn in Buena Vista for additional Lodging.
“If you could dream up the perfect post-Covid 4th of July party, you couldn’t do it better than this,” shared Andy Thorn. “We’ll be at the Surf Hotel in Buena Vista, reuniting with our community over music, roaring river sounds and those epic Collegiate Peak sunsets. Add the luxurious lodge and the fantastic restaurant, and you’ve got a perfect holiday weekend! Come celebrate with us!”
More information on ‘Red & White, Blue Suede Shoes’ visit https://southmainco.com/los
GRAMMY® award-winning bluegrass quintet, the Infamous Stringdusters are very pleased to announce a series of fall dates, their first full tour since March 2020.
The Infamous Stringdusters — Andy Falco [guitar], Chris Pandolfi [banjo], Andy Hall [dobro], Jeremy Garrett [fiddle], and Travis Book [double bass) - will embark on a 14-day tour, starting at the Brooklyn Bowl in Brooklyn, NY with a dip down into the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. A few of the notable stops include Brooklyn Bowl Nashville, House of Blues New Orleans and a 4-day co-bill Midwest stretch with We Banjo 3.
A very limited artist presale will go live today, June 2 at noon MT via Seated with code STRINGS. All current Stringdusters tour dates can be found at www.thestringdusters.com/tour. Tour art files can be found HERE.
The complete list of tour dates includes:
9/16 - Brooklyn Bowl - Brooklyn, NY
9/17 - Watermelon Picker's Festival - Berryville, VA
9/18 - ROMP Festival - Owensboro, KY
10/8 - Hillberry Festival - Eureka Springs, AR
10/9 - Brooklyn Bowl - Nashville, TN
10/10 - Rooster Walk Festival - Axton, VA
10/13 - Greenfield Lake Amphitheater - Wilmington, NC
10/15 - The Fillmore - Charlotte, NC
10/16 - Suwanee Roots Revival - Live Oak, FL
10/17 - House of Blues - New Orleans, LA
10/20 - The Vogue - Indianapolis, IN w/We Banjo 3
10/21 - House of Blues - Cleveland, OH w/We Banjo 3
10/22 - Express Live - Columbus, OH w/We Banjo 3
10/23 - Royal Oak Music Theatre - Royal Oak, MI w/We Banjo 3
We realized last year that performing live music is not optional for us,” shared Andy Hall. “It feeds our soul and we hope it does for you, as well. That’s why we’re beyond excited to announce this tour!”
Although touring came to a halt last year, the Infamous Stringdusters certainly did not, in terms of releasing music. Since the shutdown in 2020, the band launched an in-house record label, Americana Vibes Individual band members including Andy Hall and Chris Pandolfi each released solo albums, Travis Book took on the production of a Happy Hour/livestream concept, and both Jeremy Garrett and Andy Falco have been working on forthcoming solo releases with details coming soon.
In December 2020, the band as a whole released Dust the Halls: An Acoustic Christmas Holiday!, which was recorded entirely at their home studios and debuted at #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass Charts.
And most recently, the Infamous Stringdusters released their latest studio effort, A Tribute to Bill Monroe, a series of 7 Monroe classics, released last Friday, May 24 exclusively on Americana Vibes. The album takes listeners on a journey through Bill Monroe’s bluegrass, which resides within the spirit of innovation, one that the Dusters took in becoming innovators within the music they create together.
A Tribute to Bill Monroe and exclusive merchandise are now available at https://fanlink.to/monroe
Lettuce has announced their full 2021 tour, kicking off on July 2 & 3 in Dillon, CO. The 41-date trek will bring Lettuce’s psychedelic sonics, blissful grooves, jazz rhythms and hip-hop inspired beats across the country to major cities including Chicago, Brooklyn, Detroit, New Orleans, Seattle, Los Angeles and more. Full tour routing below.
General on-sale begins June 11th at 10am local. Full routing below. Local pre-sales available in specific markets using the code: BLAZE. For additional ticket information, please visit http://www.lettucefunk.com.
In reference to the tour title, Jesus states: “Lettuce was started because of Love and we continue to do this for the love of you. We love each other; We love the music; we love you.” He continues, “The opposite of hate is what we stand up for, and we think there is no better time than the present to be loving and respectful all of the time to all of the life on this planet.”
Lettuce’s latest release, Resonate finds the acclaimed six-piece once again breaking rules, pushing boundaries and uplifting spirits. Click HERE to stream Resonate.
LETTUCE 2021 TOUR DATES:
July 2 & 3 Dillon, CO at Dillon Amphitheatre
July 8 Norwalk, CT at Wall Street Theater
July 9 & 10 Lake George, NY at The Festival Commons at Charles R Wood Park
July 11 & 12 Eatontown, NJ at Concerts on the Green
July 14 Lewiston, NY at Artpark Amphitheater
July 16 & 17 Pelham, TN at The Caverns
August 19 & 20 Chillicothe, IL at Summercamp Music Festival
August 27 Arrington, VA at Lockn’ Festival
August 28 Cockeysville, Maryland at Hot August Music Festival
September 10 Portland, ME at State Theatre
September 11 Mason, NH at Marty’s Summer Concert Series
September 12 Providence, RI at The Strand
September 16 Memphis, TN at The Railgarten
September 17 St. Louis, MO
September 19 Grand Rapids, MI
September 21 Huber Heights, OH at Huber Heights Music Center
September 22 Cincinnati, OH at The Taft Theatre
October 9 New Orleans, LA at The Joy Theatre
October 29-31 Live Oak, FL at Suwannee Hulaween
October 31 Charleston, SC at Firefly Distillery
November 3 Raleigh, NC at Lincoln Theatre
November 4 Norfolk, VA at the NorVa
November 5 Washington DC at the 9:30 Club
November 6 Brooklyn, NY at Brooklyn Steel
November 7 Portsmouth, NH at Portsmouth Music Hall
November 10 Buffalo, NY at Town Ballroom
November 11 Pittsburgh, PA at the Roxian Theatre
November 12 New Haven, CT at College Street Music Hall
November 13 Harrisburg, PA at XL Live
November 17 Indianapolis, IN at The Vogue
November 18 Detroit, MI at the Majestic Theatre
November 19 Chicago, IL at the Vic Theatre
November 20 Minneapolis, MN at First Avenue
December 3 Seattle, WA at Showbox Theatre
December 4 Portland, OR at Roseland Theatre
December 5 Eugene, OR at McDonald Theater
December 10 San Francisco, CA at The Fillmore
December 11 Los Angeles, CA at Teragram Ballroom
December 12 San Diego, CA at The Observatory North Park
Andy Falco, GRAMMY Award-winning multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter, and one fifth of the Infamous Stringdusters, has announced The Will of the Way, his first solo album since 2007. The album is due out on July 16 exclusively on Americana Vibes.
Along with the announcement of the new album, we are pleased to share its first single, “Stones Unturned.” The Dead/Dylan-inspired song is a reflection of not being a little kid anymore, and getting to keep "doing it" for so many years. It's a realization for how important learning from lessons is, regardless of age, and to acknowledge that you don't have to have all the answers. To put it simply, there are many stones that remain unturned. The music video for "Stones Unturned" may be found HERE.
The Will of the Way, stems from a number of songs that [Falco] had for a while, but much of it was written during what he refers to as “the great pause” of 2020.
“Being grounded from the road due to the pandemic, I’ve uncovered time to truly dive into songwriting in a way I never had before,” shared Falco. “It was a very emotional time (for me), and it led me to ask myself a lot of questions internally like ‘why am I writing this song,’ what am I really trying to say?’ I became only interested in recording songs that I felt a deep personal connection to, and the result was this album.
The Will of the Way features musicians from Long Island including his brother Patrick (on bass) and others from the local scene including Jon Preddice and Chris Marshak. The album also features a great Massachusetts-based singer, Erica Leigh, as well as Dave Butler (Guster), Damian Calcagne, Cody Kilby (The Travelin’ McCourys), Joe Russo on drums on a few songs, and Joss Stone on one.
The complete 11-song album track list is as follows:
Stones Unturned
Through the Floor
Holy Rover
The Will of the Way
The Proof is in the Pudding
Silver Linings
The Edge
Trigger
Wings Upon Our Feet
You are Everything
Robert’s Last Dance
Pre-order for limited edition vinyl, CD and merch is available at https://fanlink.to/AF_WOTW
Andy will be taking the show on the road for select Northeast dates in support of The Will of the Way. These tour dates are all on sale now.
June 11 - Telluride Transfer Warehouse Stage - Telluride, CO
June 12 - Telluride Transfer Warehouse - Telluride, CO (playing the music of Jerry Garcia with Travis Book)
June 14 - Relix Studio Livestream - NY, NY
June 30 - 118 North - Wayne, PA
July 1 - Blue Point Brewery - Patchogue, NY
July 2 - Levon Helm Studios - Woodstock, NY
August 7 - Weekend At Bertha’s Festival Townsend, DE (with Tony Trischka)
Bay Area funk-inspired outfit, the California Honeydrops, announce a two-night celebration, August 24-25 on the LAWN at The Surf Hotel in beautiful Buena Vista, CO, adjacent to the hotel in the heart of town's South Main District.
"Buena Vista has a slice of Colorado to offer everyone," shared Ariel Rosemberg. "We're stoked we can carve out a slice for the Honeydrops in what's one of the most beautiful, and most intimate musical settings in the state." For those unfamiliar with the Honeydrops, their shows are more like parties than traditional concerts, featuring extensive off-stage jamming and crowd interaction.
Surf Hotel owner, Jed Selby shared, “I can’t tell you how ready I am for a dance party, it has been way too long! Having this legendary band play in Buena Vista is always an amazing treat. I’m stoked for this run!”
'We (The Honeydrops) are psyched to get back to beautiful Buena Vista,' shared Ben Malament of the Honeydrops. 'It’s going to be so nice to play for the people under that big pretty sky. Live music with some excellent summer scenery. What’s not to love? We can’t wait.'
And as previously announced, Leftover Salmon will also be gracing the LAWN stage with a special July 4 weekend event featuring Tejon Street Corner Thieves, Polish Ambassador, DeadPhish Orchestra and more.
“If you could dream up the perfect post-Covid 4th of July party, you couldn’t do it better than this,” shared Andy Thorn. “We’ll be at the Surf Hotel in Buena Vista, reuniting with our community over music, roaring river sounds and those epic Collegiate Peak sunsets. Add the luxurious lodge and the fantastic restaurant, and you’ve got a perfect holiday weekend! Come celebrate with us!”
Tickets and more information, for these and all limited capacity events on the LAWN are available at https://southmainco.com/.
GRAMMY-winning soul provider Nigel Hall puts his skills to good use, carving out a creative space to call his own with his second studio album Spiritual, set to release July 16th, 2021 on Regime Music Group. Today, Nigel Hall releases his third and final single “The Sun” from the highly anticipated album. Listen HERE.
Hall describes this song, “This is a song about a pure, unadulterated vibe. I picture being at a cookout with family and friends. Sweating and smiling, loving and hugging, playing and swaying in the golden time of day, in the sun.”
He continues, “It’s summertime and life is sweet, and you’re just giving God thanks, because your mind, body and spirit are being touched by the one thing that fuels the universe, the sun.”
Throughout his career, he’s built a mighty foundation of funk, onstage and in the studio, proving himself to be a true student of the music. His unique sound, built upon pages torn out of the golden-ages of R&B, funk and soul, have made him the musician he is today; an accomplished vocalist, keyboardist, studio musician, and member of the GRAMMY-nominated funk-jazz-soul-hip-hop-psychedelic-jam- experimental titans Lettuce. Legions of fans are already well in the know about Hall’s copious keyboard chops and powerful vocal style.
Recorded with a back-to-basics approach in Richmond, VA at the world famous Jellowstone Studios, Hall puts an emphasis on channeling the vibe and soul of his music, making himself a conduit of the unique style of jazz-inflected old-school R&B and funk and flows out of him.
"My last record was more of a traditional soul record. I feel like it was a lot of what other people wanted me to sound like. With this album, I didn’t want this to sound like another release. I want people to know that I am my own entity and that I want to explore different areas of music," commented Nigel on the direction of the album. "This record I had full creative control. I feel like every artist records one record in their career for themselves. This one is it for me. I feel like if no one hears this record, I'll still be able to sleep at night because I know there is something real out in the world that I put there."
Andy Falco, GRAMMY Award-winning multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter, and one fifth of the Infamous Stringdusters, has announced "The Edge," the follow-up single to "Stones Unturned" of his forthcoming solo record, The Will of the Way, his first solo album since 2007. The album is due out on July 16 exclusively on Americana Vibes.
"The Edge is one of the few songs on my forthcoming album that was written prior to 2020," shares Falco. "The lyrics were co-written with Travis McKeveny, also from Long Island, who I’ve written with several times now including “2001: A Canyon Odyssey” off the Dusters’ album Laws Of Gravity. "The Edge" is one of the few that I’m playing everything on the track except the drums/percussion (Dave Butler) and the harmony vocals (Jon Preddice and Erica Leigh). It was recorded it as a demo but felt like the track had a certain magic to it, particularly in the end jam so I left most parts as they were, blemishes and all, including the end lead guitar which was done with just that one take. It’s a song about giving yourself to someone, and hoping they will accept you with all your faults so I thought the little 'flaws' here and there represent the sentiment of the song."
As previously shared, The Will of the Way, stems from a number of songs that [Falco] had for a while, but much of it was written during what he refers to as “the great pause” of 2020. “Being grounded from the road due to the pandemic, I’ve uncovered time to truly dive into songwriting in a way I never had before,” shared Falco. “It was a very emotional time (for me), and it led me to ask myself a lot of questions internally like ‘why am I writing this song,’ what am I really trying to say?’ I became only interested in recording songs that I felt a deep personal connection to, and the result was this album.
The Will of the Way features musicians from Long Island including his brother Patrick (on bass) and others from the local scene including Jon Preddice and Chris Marshak. The album also features a great Massachusetts-based singer, Erica Leigh, as well as Dave Butler (Guster), Damian Calcagne, Cody Kilby (The Travelin’ McCourys), Joe Russo on drums on a few songs, and Joss Stone on one.
The complete 11-song album track list is as follows:
Stones Unturned
Through the Floor
Holy Rover
The Will of the Way
The Proof is in the Pudding
Silver Linings
The Edge
Trigger
Wings Upon Our Feet
You are Everything
Robert’s Last Dance
Pre-order for limited edition vinyl, CD and merch is available at https://fanlink.to/AF_WOTW and a sneak peak of "The Edge" can be heard here:
Outside of upcoming Stringdusters touring, Andy will be taking the show on the road for select Northeast dates in support of The Will of the Way. These tour dates are all on sale now.
June 30 - 118 North - Wayne, PA
July 1 - Blue Point Brewery - Patchogue, NY
July 2 - Levon Helm Studios - Woodstock, NY
August 7 - Weekend At Bertha’s Festival Townsend, DE (with Tony Trischka)
Travis Book, songwriter and bass player for Grammy Award-winning bluegrass quintet the Infamous Stringdusters, is pleased to roll out the first full season of The Travis Book Happy Hour Podcast, powered by Americana Vibes. This podcast is a collection of interviews that were recorded live over the course of summer 2020 while the music industry at large came to a pause due to Covid-19.
Travis debuted his ‘Happy Hour’ concept in June 2020 with longtime collaborator Sarah Siskind and has since become a staple in the Asheville, NC music scene - with its home base located at The Grey Eagle. The events, which were initially streamed via Facebook Live, are designed to offer a combination of music, conversation and happiness, where Travis melds together unique musical collaborations and conversations about matters of being - all revolving around a common theme.
The first season, which is available now, features such guests as Lindsay Lou, Jon Stickley, Rev Matt Reiger & Andy Dunnigan (The Lil Smokies), Jessie Iaquinto & Tommy Maher (Fireside Collective), Mimi Naja (Fruition), Benny "Burle" Galloway and Barrett Smith & Mike Guggino (Steep Canyon Rangers).
The full, 8-episode season can be streamed here -> https://anchor.fm/travis-book
"I remember sometime during preparation for my fifth episode it dawned on me that the Happy Hour would translate brilliantly to podcast format," shared Travis. "After Season 1 wrapped, I spent a week in the studio distilling these episodes down to their essence and I'm really happy with the result. Unique, one-time-only musical collaborations, and in-depth interviews that go beyond the typical 'tell us about your latest record' softball questions; The Travis Book Happy Hour Podcast is my contribution to the podcast space and I'm really proud of what Americana Vibes and I have created."
Since recording this first season, Travis has continued hosting his live Happy Hour with guests such as Nicki Bluhm, Anders Beck (Greensky Bluegrass), Sierra Hull and more.
Travis will be busy this summer and fall as the Infamous Stringdusters set back out for tour. The band, who recently released A Tribute to Bill Monroe, will embark on the following dates, beginning mid-July:
July 17/18 - Terrapin Crossroads - San Rafael, CA
July 20/21 - Horning's Hideout - North Plains, OR
July 23 - Rockygrass Festival - Lyons, CO
July 24 - Dillon Amphitheater - Dillon, CO
July 30/31 - Pine Creek Lodge - Livingston, MT
Aug 19 - Blue Ox Music Festival - Eau Claire, WI
Aug 20 - Ravinia Festival - Highland Park, IL
Aug 21 - Riverside Amphitheater - Hamilton, OH
Sep 11 - Candler Park Festival - Atlanta, GA
Sep 16 - Brooklyn Bowl - Brooklyn, NY
Sep 17 - Watermelon Picker's Festival - Berryville, VA
Sep 18 - ROMP Fest - Owensboro, KY
Sep 19 - Borderland Music Festival - East Aurora, NY
Oct 8 - Hillberry Music Festival - Eureka Springs, AR
Oct 9 - Brooklyn Bown - Nashville, TN
Oct 10 - Rooster Walk - Martinsville, VA
Oct 13 - Greenfield Lake Amphitheater - Wilmington, NC
Oct 15 - The Fillmore - Charlotte, NC
Oct 16 - Spirit of Suwannee - Live Oak, FL
Oct 17 - House of Blues - New Orleans, LA
Oct 20 - The Vogue - Indianapolis, IN
Oct 21 - House of Blues - Cleveland, OH
Oct 22 - EXPRESS Live - Columbus, OH
Oct 23 - Royal Oak Music Theater - Royal Oak, MI
Dec 9-13 - Strings & Sol - Puerto Morelos, MX
Midnight North, the Bay Area roots and folk act, has released their latest single, “Silent Lonely Drifter” today on Americana Vibes. The song is the final in a series of singles off the band’s forthcoming album There’s Always a Story.
"Here we have a folk melody reminiscent of the timeless string music heard in the Appalachian region,” shared songwriter Nathan Graham. “Lyrically simple - the tune gives thanks to the inevitable and natural balance that exists in this universe - no matter the day or the moon. I shared the tune with Grahame on a day off down south a few years back. Listen to "Silent Lonely Drifter" right here -> https://fanlink.to/MN_SLD.
It definitely still needed something on the lyrical side, and Grahame had the idea to identify each verse with different full moons in the yearly cycle. Each full moon carries a unique weight to those surviving down below - so we made a connection from each moment (verse) to each full moon.”
There's Always a Story represents a new chapter for Midnight North. Ten stories told through song on their most polished album to date.
Grahame Lesh, guitar and vocals shared, “Nathan would play us snippets of 'Silent Lonely Drifter' on tour whenever he would get ahold of a banjo, and once he showed me the full song I always hoped we'd get a chance to play & sing it with Midnight North. The song was close to fully formed when he brought it to the band, and the melody & chord progression were so intuitive that we latched onto it quickly when we finally started tracking it in the studio. It really came together when we made Nathan sing the melody as Elliott & I wove harmonies around him. Now that we've played it live 'Silent Lonely Drifter' is one of my favorite of our songs to sing in harmony!”
Reflecting on the time since their origin, Midnight North is ready to tell the world their story. A group of multi-instrumentalists with songwriting roots in Folk and Americana, Midnight North is a mainstay on the stages of the national touring circuit.
Rolling Stone hailed Midnight North as the “Best New Act” in its review of 2018’s Peach Music Festival saying the band “takes the best parts of roots music and weaves them into a tapestry of rock and Americana.”
The band recently wrapped up an east coast stint, including a stop at the Relix Studio in New York City as well as a handful of dates that featured Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh.
Midnight North will be touring Big Sky Country this weekend with a handful of dates that include:
July 9 - Buffalo Saloon and Casino - Bigfork, MT
July 10 - Love Field - Bozeman, MT
July 12 - Center for the Arts - Jackson, WY
More dates are expected to be announced in support of There’s Always a Story in the coming weeks.
Morsel, the five-piece jamgrass outfit out of Denver, CO, officially announces the release of their debut, self-titled record alongside a signing with the Infamous Stringdusters and Regime Music Group backed label, Americana Vibes (AV).
"We are incredibly honored and excited to release our debut studio album on the Americana Vibes record label,” shared Scottie Bolin of Morsel. “We couldn't be happier to be joining the Americana Vibes family." Morsel is the latest in a group of artists that include Midnight North and The Sweet Lillies to sign with AV.
Morsel’s album was produced entirely by Grammy Award-winning artist, Chris Pandolfi (The Infamous Stringdusters) and is due to hit streets on September 24, 2021.
We couldn't be more excited to have Morsel joining the Americana Vibes family,” shared Pandolfi. “This is a really strong young band with songs and chops beyond their years. I was honored to produce their debut album, and can't wait for the world to hear this music. Morsel is at the beginning of a very promising journey, and we are stoked to be a part of it!”
The band will be out in support of their new release with dates in select Rocky Mountain markets. Current stops look as follows:
July 17 - Boulder Theater - Boulder, CO
September 16 - Palisade Brewing Company - Palisade, CO
September 17 - OP Rockwell - Park City, UT
September 18 - The Celt Pub and Grill - Idaho Falls, ID
September 19 - Ten Spoon Winery - Missoula, MT
September 22 - Sam’s Taproom & Kitchen - Red Lodge, MT
September 23 - Silver Dollar Bar - Jackson, WY
September 24 - Old Town Pub - Steamboat Springs, CO
September 25 - Breckenridge Brewery - Denver, CO
Andy Falco, GRAMMY Award-winning multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter, and one fifth of the Infamous Stringdusters, is pleased to release The Will of the Way, his first full-length solo album since 2007. The album is available exclusively on Americana Vibes.
"The album stems from a number of songs that I've had for a while, but much of it was written during what I refer to as 'the great pause' of 2020," shared Falco.
As a songwriter, Andy’s approach is simple. “I simply sit and observe what I see in the world around me, and try to put it to music. Especially lately, I’ve gravitated towards certain observations that I hope others might relate to as well.”
“Being grounded from the road due to the pandemic, I’ve uncovered time to truly dive into songwriting in a way I never had before. It was a very emotional time (for me), and it led me to ask myself a lot of questions internally like ‘why am I writing this song,’ what am I really trying to say?’ I became only interested in recording songs that I felt a deep personal connection to, and the result was this album.
The Will of the Way features musicians from Long Island including his brother Patrick (on bass) and others from the local scene including Jon Preddice and Chris Marshak. The album also features a great Massachusetts-based singer, Erica Leigh, as well as Dave Butler (Guster), Damian Calcagne, Cody Kilby (The Travelin’ McCourys), Joe Russo on drums on a few songs, and Joss Stone on one.
The complete 11-song album track list is as follows:
Stones Unturned ft. Joe Russo
Through the Floor
Holy Rover
The Will of the Way
The Proof is in the Pudding ft. Joss Stone and Joe Russo
Silver Linings
The Edge
Trigger
Wings Upon Our Feet ft. Cody Kilby
You are Everything
Robert’s Last Dance
The album available to stream now https://fanlink.to/AF_WOTW.
In addition to select solo dates, Andy will be out with the Infamous Stringdusters for select dates this summer and a full fall tour including stops at:
7/17-18 - Terrapin Crossroads - San Rafael, CA
7/20-21 - Horning’s Hideout - North Plains, OR
7/23 - Rockygrass Festival - Lyons, CO
7/24 - Dillon Amphitheater - Dillon, CO
7/30-31 - Pine Creek Lodge - Livingston, MT
8/19 - Blue Ox Music Festival - Eau Claire, WI
8/20 - Ravinia Festival - Highland Park, IL
8/21 - Riversedge Amphitheater - Hamilton, OH
9/11 - Candler Park Music Festival - Atlanta, GA
9/12 - Salvage Station - Asheville, NC
9/16 - Brooklyn Bowl - Brooklyn, NY
9/17 - Watermelon Picker's Festival - Berryville, VA
9/18 - ROMP Festival - Owensboro, KY
9/19 - Borderland Music Festival - East Aurora, NY
10/8 - Hillberry Festival - Eureka Springs, AR
10/9 - Brooklyn Bowl - Nashville, TN
10/10 - Rooster Walk Festival - Axton, VA
10/13 - Greenfield Lake Amphitheater - Wilmington, NC
10/15 - The Fillmore - Charlotte, NC
10/16 - Suwannee Roots Revival - Live Oak, FL
10/17 - House of Blues - New Orleans, LA
10/20 - The Vogue - Indianapolis, IN w/We Banjo 3
10/21 - House of Blues - Cleveland, OH w/We Banjo 3
10/22 - Express Live - Columbus, OH w/We Banjo 3
10/23 - Royal Oak Music Theatre - Royal Oak, MI w/We Banjo 3
12/9-13 - Strings & Sol - Puerto Morelos, MX
GRAMMY Award-winning artist Nigel Hall has officially released his highly anticipated studio album Spiritual out today on Regime Music Group. The 14-song album includes features from esteemed artists such as Patrice Rushen, Marcus King, Ryan Zoidis (of Lettuce) & Jeff Coffin (of Dave Matthews Band). The vinyl includes a bonus track not available on digital service providers titled “Words”. Download, stream & purchase ‘Spiritual’ HERE.
“This record is a reflection of my final days as an alcoholic and drug addict. It is the most honest collection of music I have ever created, and being able to celebrate that as a sober human being is a tremendous honor. I had a lot to get off my chest, and with this record I feel like I’ve been able to release those feelings and demons that were weighing so heavily on me. Now that Spritual is out in the world, I have a great sense of closure and peace around that chapter of my life. Aside from my children, this record is my proudest accomplishment to date. So as you listen, understand that this record was made with the intention to let go of certain things, so that I could grow. This record is for me.”
Recorded with a back-to-basics approach in Richmond, VA at the world famous Jellowstone Studios, Hall puts an emphasis on channeling the vibe and soul of his music, making himself a conduit of the unique style of jazz-inflected old-school R&B and funk and flows out of him. Hall adds “One of the reasons I wanted to record at Jellowstone is because sonically, we (Butcher Brown) are alike. The rule was if the instruments aren’t older than us (or recorded with that specific intent) we couldn’t use them.”
Throughout his career, he’s built a mighty foundation of funk, onstage and in the studio, proving himself to be a true student of the music. His unique sound, built upon pages torn out of the golden-ages of R&B, funk and soul, have made him the musician he is today; an accomplished vocalist, keyboardist, studio musician, and member of the GRAMMY-nominated funk-jazz-soul-hip-hop-psychedelic-jam- experimental titans Lettuce. Legions of fans are already well in the know about Hall’s copious keyboard chops and powerful vocal style.
"My last record was more of a traditional soul record. I feel like it was a lot of what other people wanted me to sound like. With this album, I didn’t want this to sound like another release. I want people to know that I am my own entity and that I want to explore different areas of music," commented Nigel on the direction of the album. "This record I had full creative control. I feel like every artist records one record in their career for themselves. This one is it for me. I feel like if no one hears this record, I'll still be able to sleep at night because I know there is something real out in the world that I put there."
The 14-song album track list is as follows:
Jazzy Intro
Wake Me
Gotta Go To Work
Baby I Do Love You feat. Patrice Rushen
Change Directions feat. Marcus King
The Spiritual Interlude feat. Ryan Zoidis
People In Search Of A Life
Brother’s Love feat. Jeff Coffin
The Sun
Caribou
Yesterday
When I Die
Thank Y’all
From George, with Love: A Message from George Duke
Midnight North, the Bay Area roots and folk act, is very happy to release their new album, There’s Always a Story, made available exclusively on Americana Vibes.
There’s Always a Story was born out of a studio session with producer David Simon-Baker, but as the world shut down in March 2020, they were left to wrap the album individually, quarantined around the country. As the months ticked by, they let the rest of the newly written and recorded songs sink into their consciousness, so that when work resumed on the album in June, the entirety of it became better than anticipated.
"It's finally here! The seeds of this album were planted all the way back in the fall of 2019, and the hard work of recording and producing it has been going for over 18 months,” shared Grahame Lesh.
“There's Always a Story is a true collaboration between the four of us, and the process of writing and recording these 10 songs has thrown the door open to an exhilarating new era for this band. We are so happy that the world can finally hear these songs, discover new favorites, and sing along with us at home and on the road."
There's Always a Story represents a new chapter for Midnight North. Ten stories told through song, on their most polished album to date. The band tapped Jason Crosby, Marcus Machado, Allison Russell, Jennifer Hartswick, Natalie Cressman, Dave Eggar, JT Nero, and Scott Law as special guests who appear across the album.
Elliott Peck went on to share, “I believe this collection of songs is our best and most collaborative writing to date. What started as a startling halt to our recording process in early 2020, blossomed into a body of work we were able to sit with and develop with deeper intention. We can’t wait for you to experience it.”
In addition to the album, the band is very pleased to announce a hometown throw down at Terrapin Crossroads, September 3, to celebrate the release of There’s Always a Story.
2021 and beyond is a new beginning, and while Midnight North longingly looks ahead, hand-in-hand with the rest of the world, There’s Always a Story will serve as a collective and reflective narrative.
The band recently wrapped up an east coast stint, including a stop at the Relix Studio in New York City, a handful of dates that featured Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh, and dates through the northern Rocky Mountains.
More dates are expected to be announced in support of There’s Always a Story in the coming weeks.
Rex Foundation and The Jerry Garcia Family have announced the second annual Daze Between, a multi-week tribute to the life, music, and legacy of Jerry Garcia and benefitting Rex Foundation, a nonprofit organization created by the Grateful Dead in 1983. Typically celebrated from August 1st through 9th, the event kicked off early this year, with the return of Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros at Berkeley's Greek Theatre -- the first show there since 2019.
The inaugural year of the campaign took place virtually, bringing in a whopping 2.7 million views over the course of the nine days. This year, with the ever-evolving tide, the event will shift into a hybrid event, with live music events and volunteer opportunities happening from coast to coast.
This year, Rex Foundation is asking the community to help them meet the important milestone of $10,000,000 in grants, given to small nonprofit organizations since 1983, supporting grassroots efforts in the arts, sciences, education, environment, indigenous culture, and social justice. Donations can be made by texting ‘DAZE’ to (202) 858-1233 or directly at www.dazebetween.com.
“Community was a big part of the social experiment that was the Grateful Dead, and it is a community that has not only stood the test of time but has remained committed to making the world a better place for everyone,'' shared Cameron Sears, Executive Director of Rex Foundation. “One of the more enduring aspects of how that was accomplished can be found in Rex Foundation. Formed with the notion that when we all work together, that makes a lasting positive social change a reality. We all play a part, and if we continue maintaining that tradition, this community will continue to thrive not just in deed, but also in spirit knowing that we are stronger together. That is what community is all about - and that is what Daze Between is about!”
Daze Between will offer a tribute to Garcia through art, music, and service by virtue of a combination of live shows and streams, Major League Baseball games, nationwide service opportunities, auctions, and more. The event kicked off early this year, with the return of Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros at Berkeley's Greek Theatre -- the first show there since 2019. Daze Between is sponsored by Garcia Hand Picked, a national cannabis brand that launched in 2020 to honor the legacy of Jerry Garcia.
“We are honored to sponsor this year’s Daze Between celebration with the addition of nationwide volunteer and charitable giving opportunities through Daze of Service,” said Rachel Genderson, Senior Director of Marketing for Garcia Hand Picked. “We try to celebrate Jerry’s artwork, his music, and his passion for people and planet in every aspect of the Garcia Hand Picked brand, including our support of the Rex Foundation and all the good work they do to inspire fans and carry on Jerry’s legacy.”
Though Garcia is most well known for his musical talents, he had a wide range of interests, which included drawing and painting. To showcase Jerry’s visual art, The Garcia Family has just announced an NFT collection in partnership with YellowHeart entitled “An Odd Little Place: The Digital Works of Jerry Garcia (1992–1995).” The NFT collection features 17 limited edition pieces of original digital artwork available for auction on August 1st alongside the reveal of three additional works, one previously unseen, that were found in the Garcia Archive in a folder entitled “Last 48 Hours.”
The auction for the three unique digital artworks, only available as a single edition, will go up for auction separately starting August 5th at 3pm (ET) and ending on August 7th. A new exhibition at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame opens to the public on August 6th that houses the 20 piece collection. Preview the NFT collection and learn more at yh.io.
The current schedule for Daze Between 2021:
Thursday, July 29th
Jerry Day at Fenway Park in Boston, MA: Boston Red Sox vs Toronto Blue Jays
Lureto - Everywhere: The Dead Sessions EP Release Party at the Charleston Pour House in Charleston, SC (live show)
Friday, July 30th
Melvin Seals & JGB with Roots of Creation at The Range in Mason, NH (live show)
The Garcia Project at The Narrows in Fall River, MA
Saturday, July 31th
Melvin Seals & JGB with Roots of Creation at The Range in Mason, NH (live show)
The Garcia Project at FTC in Fairfield, CT
Sunday, August 1st
Jerry Birthday Celebration ft. Peter Rowan, Bill Nershi, Ross James, and more at Cervantes in Denver, Colorado (live show)
Songwriter Showcase w/ Vince Herman, Matt Warren, and Channing Wilson at New Standard in Winter Park, FL (live show)
The Garcia Project - Jerry Birthday celebration at Soundcheck Studios in Pembroke, MA
Daze Between virtual auction begins - dozens of high-ticket music and Grateful Dead memorabilia with proceeds to benefit Rex Foundation
Tuesday, August 2nd
Mikaela Davis and Southern Star Play Grateful Dead (livestream)
Jerry Day at Great American Ball Park: Cincinnati Reds vs Minnesota Twins
Crazy Fingers at New Standard in Winter Park, FL (live show)
Wednesday, August 3rd
Melvin Seals & JGB at The Hamilton in Washington, DC (live show)
Thursday, August 5th
"The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame presents: An Odd Little Place: The Digital Works of Jerry Garcia" in Cleveland, OH (private gallery opening)
The Garcia Project at the Chance Theatre in Poughkeepsie, NY (live show)
Friday, August 6th
The Days Between Festival ft. Dark Star Orchestra in Laytonville, CA (live show)
Everyone’s Dead ft. Matt Butler, Steve Kimock, Marc Brownstein, and more at Ardmore Music Hall in Philadelphia, PA (live show)
Splintered Sunlight at the Hamilton in Washington, DC (live show)
The Garcia Project at the Recher Theatre in Towson, MD (live show)
An Evening with Dead Floyd live at the Mishawaka Amphitheater in Bellvue, CO (live show)
Walking In The Sky (Papa Mali, Matt Hubbard, Reed Mathis, and Wally Ingram) at New Standard in Winter Park, FL (live show)
"The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame presents: An Odd Little Place: The Digital Works of Jerry Garcia" in Cleveland, OH opens to the public
Saturday, August 7th
Cris Jacobs and Larry Keel Experience at BChord Brewing in Round Hill, VA (live show)
Jerry Garcia 79th Birthday Celebration ft. members of Los Colognes, Futurebirds, and more at the Basement East in Nashville, TN (live show)
The Garcia Project at the Hamilton in Washington, DC (live show)
Sunday, August 8th
Daze Between ft. Warren Haynes, Grace Potter, Lettuce, Keller Williams’ Grateful Grass and more at the Westville Bowl in New Haven, CT (live show)
Cris Jacobs and Larry Keel Experience at BChord Brewing in Round Hill, VA (live show)
Melvin Seals & JGB at the Caverns in Pelham, TN (live show)
Monday, August 9th
Rex Foundation Grand Finale (livestream)
The Garcia Project at the Strand Theatre in Hudson Falls, NY (live show)
Tuesday August 10th
MLB Jerry Day - San Francisco Giants vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
Rex Foundation has promised even more announcements rolling out in the coming weeks, fans can stay tuned on social media @rexfoundation or at dazebetween.com
NEW THIS YEAR: Daze of Service
In addition to the inclusion of live shows, this year’s Daze Between will also place an emphasis on charity through Daze of Service, where fans nationwide are encouraged to give a few hours of their time to contribute back to their home communities. Service opportunities will support groups doing excellent work including Food Runners, Soles4Souls, Creative Chicago Reuse Exchange, Share Food Program, Open Hand, Cradles to Crayons, Food for Lane County, Gather New Haven, Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, and more. For those not near a volunteer site or unable to participate, there are remote opportunities available to anyone, anywhere with organizations that include Kids In Need Foundation, Music & Memory and WhyHunger.
Daze of Service will give fans the opportunity to connect with one another after more than a year without the concerts that serve as community gatherings for DeadHeads.
A full Daze of Service events calendar and registration links can be found at www.dazebetween.com/daze-of-service
About Rex Foundation: From their earliest days, The Grateful Dead received countless requests for help from community organizations. The band became known for their generosity and their numerous benefit concerts. In 1984, members of the band, with family and friends, established the Rex Foundation as a non-profit charitable organization, allowing the band to proactively support creative endeavors in the arts, sciences, and education. Rex identifies those who are out there doing good work, those who might be overlooked, those who are trying to make a difference in their communities, and then provides the funding those people need to carry out their missions.
“We found ourselves in the dilemma of not having the time to do enough benefits for the things that we were interested in supporting or helping or any good cause that presented itself. The people that come to ask their local rock and roll band for help are the forgotten people, believe me. If you have to call the Grateful Dead for assistance, you’re definitely falling between the cracks. It’s a matter of conscience. If you feel like you like to do things that help and that it isn’t particularly difficult to do so, it’s a matter of choices. So that’s why we started the Rex Foundation.” - Jerry Garcia
GRAMMY®-award winning bluegrass quintet, The Infamous Stringdusters, are pleased to announce that two albums, each released on Americana Vibes, have charted in the top 10 bluegrass albums on Billboard this week - Undercover at #2 and A Tribute to Bill Monroe at #8. This marks the first time the band has had a pair of albums in the top 10 on one chart.
The band - Andy Falco [guitar], Chris Pandolfi [banjo], Andy Hall [dobro], Jeremy Garrett [fiddle], and Travis Book [double bass] - stayed busy musically over the course of the industry-wide Covid shutdown, having produced their take on Bill Monroe classics in A Tribute to Bill Monroe, as well as a recently released compilation of covers entitled Undercover for the July Record Store Day drop.
These releases, as well as certain solo efforts and the band’s 2020 holiday album, Dust the Halls: An Acoustic Christmas Holiday! were released by the Stringdusters’ newly-founded record label in partnership with Regime Music Group, Americana Vibes.
A Tribute to Bill Monroe can be heard here: https://fanlink.to/monroe. While Undercover was a limited run, Record Store Day exclusive, fans and vinyl collectors are encouraged to check with their local record shops for any copies that may remain in stock.
The Infamous Stringdusters recently wrapped a run of shows that took them from California’s Terrapin Crossroads (with a Phil Lesh sit-in) to Northwest String Summit outside of Portland, OR, and into the Colorado Rockies for two big headlining performances at Rockygrass and the Dillon Amphitheater.
The band will continue on to play select shows throughout the month of August before embarking on a full fall tour in September. The complete list of tour dates includes:
July 30/31 - Pine Creek Lodge - Livingston, MT
Aug 19 - Blue Ox Music Festival - Eau Claire, WI
Aug 20 - Ravinia Festival - Highland Park, IL
Aug 21 - Riverside Amphitheater - Hamilton, OH
Sep 11 - Candler Park Festival - Atlanta, GA
Sep 12 - Salvage Station, Asheville, NC
Sep 16 - Brooklyn Bowl - Brooklyn, NY
Sep 17 - Watermelon Picker's Festival - Berryville, VA
Sep 18 - ROMP Fest - Owensboro, KY
Sep 19 - Borderland Music Festival - East Aurora, NY
Oct 8 - Hillberry Music Festival - Eureka Springs, AR
Oct 9 - Brooklyn Bowl - Nashville, TN
Oct 10 - Rooster Walk - Martinsville, VA
Oct 13 - Greenfield Lake Amphitheater - Wilmington, NC
Oct 15 - The Fillmore - Charlotte, NC
Oct 16 - Spirit of Suwannee - Live Oak, FL
Oct 17 - House of Blues - New Orleans, LA
Oct 20 - The Vogue - Indianapolis, IN
Oct 21 - House of Blues - Cleveland, OH
Oct 22 - EXPRESS Live - Columbus, OH
Oct 23 - Royal Oak Music Theater - Royal Oak, MI
Dec 9-13 - Strings & Sol - Puerto Morelos, MX
NYC bassist Karina Rykman carves out an ethereal and groove-filled creative space to call her own with her sixth single “Arbitrary” out TODAY, August 13th, 2021. Listen HERE.
“Arbitrary” comes on the heels of previously-released singles “No Occasion,” “Dirty South,” “City Kids,” “Elevator,” and “Plants.”
"Arbitrary is the weirdo, slacker, groove-based tune I've been hearing in my head for ages. It was created at Candid Studios in Williamsburg with producer Gabe Monro, whom I have the sincere pleasure of working with. Adam November contributed some amazing ambiance created with two DL4s and many, many delays.” Karina states.
“I wanted to write a bass line you would want to actually live inside of, with words that reflect the erratic and whimsical nature of the world. It's sort of the Jekyll to my last single's ('No Occasion') Hyde - I feel I'm starting to paint a bigger picture of my eclectic tendencies, and I'm thrilled to unleash Arbitrary out into the world. Play it loud, bass up, bliss out, and enjoy. Impulse is often to the contrary, especially when everything is arbitrary.”
You may know Karina as the bassist of the Marco Benevento Trio, but her freshly-formed namesake band, featuring Adam November on guitar (and loopers and effects) and Chris Corsico on drums, is already off to the races garnering countless festival appearances, club gigs, and streaming numbers. Whether she’s touring around the world with Marco Benevento, jamming with Phish at their Madison Square Garden soundcheck, or opening a major show like Khruangbin at The Capitol Theatre, you can always find Karina honing her musical craft and prowess, and enjoying every second of it.
GRAMMY® award-winning bluegrass quintet, the Infamous Stringdusters are very pleased to announce the remaining series of fall dates, their first full tour since Covid-19 shut down the live entertainment space in March 2020.
The Infamous Stringdusters — Andy Falco [guitar], Chris Pandolfi [banjo], Andy Hall [dobro], Jeremy Garrett [fiddle], and Travis Book [double bass - will embark on a multi-week tour, that will start at the Candler Park Music Festival in Atlanta and dip the down into the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. Following a short break, the Stringduster will kick off Leg 2 at the Mission Ballroom in Denver, CO before heading deep into Rocky Mountain territory with stops in Salt Lake City, Jackson and more. Dusters’ Americana Vibes labelmates, the Sweet Lillies, will open a majority of those second leg dates, with the exception of Nov 13.
A very limited artist presale will go live today, August 17 at 10am MST via Seated with code AMVIBES. All current Stringdusters tour dates can be found at www.thestringdusters.com/tour. All shows with the exception of Jackson, WY will go on sale this week, Friday, August 20 at 10am MST.
The complete list of tour dates includes:
9/11 - Atlanta, GA - Candler Mark Music Fest
9/12 - Asheville, NC - Salvage Station
9/16 - Brooklyn, NY - Brooklyn Bowl
9/17 - Berryville, VA - Watermelon Pickers Festival
9/18 - Owensboro, KY - ROMP Festival
9/19 - Buffalo, NY - Borderland Festival
10/8 - Eureka Springs, AR - Hillbery Festival
10/9 - Nashville, TN - Brooklyn Bowl
10/10 - Axton, VA - Rooster Walk Fest
10/13 - Wilmington, NC - Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
10/15 - Charlotte, NC - The Fillmore
10/16 - Live Oak, FL - Suwannee Roots Revival
10/20 - Indianapolis, IN - The Vogue
10/21 - Cleveland, OH - House of Blues
10/22 - Columbus, OH - Express Live
10/23 - Royal Oak, MI - Royal Oak Music Theatre
11/12 - Denver, CO - The Mission Ballroom
11/13 & 14 - Salt Lake City, UT - The Commonwealth Room
11/16 - Grand Junction, CO - Mesa Theater
11/17 - Jackson, WY - Center for the Arts
10/18 - Boise, ID - The Knitting Factory
10/19 - Bozeman, MT - The Elm
10/20 - Missoula, MT - The Wilma
“We’re truly looking forward to getting back out on the road, and to the Rocky Mountains, this fall before the snow flies,” shared Travis Book. “Colorado, Montana, Wyoming and Idaho have produced some of our most memorable shows (and days off, thank you ski tour!), and the Mountain West fans are always at peak energy. We’re stoked to get down with our High-Country family; there’s no better place to ‘get Dusted’ as our fans say!”
Although touring came to a halt last year, the Infamous Stringdusters certainly did not. After the shutdown in 2020, the band launched an in-house record label, Americana Vibes. Individual band members including Andy Hall, Jeremy Garret, Andy Falco and Chris Pandolfi each released solo albums and Travis Book took on the production of a Happy Hour/livestream concept.
In December 2020, the band as a whole released Dust the Halls: An Acoustic Christmas Holiday!, which was recorded entirely at their home studios and debuted at #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass Charts.
This spring, the Infamous Stringdusters released their latest studio effort, A Tribute to Bill Monroe, a series of 7 Monroe classics, which peaked at #3 on the Billboard Bluegrass Charts.
The band also participated in its first Record Store Day this summer, with a release of both Undercover EPs, selling out of all 1200 limited edition copies.
Travis Book, GRAMMY® award-winning artist and one-fifth of Americana & bluegrass quintet, the Infamous Stringdusters is very pleased to announce the release of his new live album, House Band Vol. 1, made available exclusively on Americana Vibes.
The album, composed of songs performed by Travis and season one guests of his Happy Hour Podcast, is out now, in full and available to stream everywhere music can be found. https://fanlink.to/TBHH_V1
Travis debuted his ‘Happy Hour’ concept back in June 2020 with longtime collaborator Sarah Siskind and has since become a staple in the Asheville, NC music scene - with its homebase located at The Grey Eagle. The live podcasts, which were initially streamed via Facebook Live, are designed to offer a combination of music, conversation and happiness, where Travis melds together unique musical collaborations and conversations about matters of being - all revolving around a common theme.
“These days there’s no limit to the opportunities we have as musicians and creators,” shared Travis. “Live performance, recorded music, audio and video streaming services, live-streaming, podcasting… the potential to meet fans on their terms are endless.” House Band Vol. 1 features performances by and with Mimi Naja, Lindsay Lou, Rev Matt Rieger & Andy Dunnigan (The Lil Smokies), Benny "Burle" Galloway, Mike Guggino & Barrett Smith (The Steep Canyon Rangers), Jesse Iaquinto & Tommy Maher (Fireside Collective) and Sarah Siskind. The complete track listing is as follows:
The City (with Matt Rieger and Andy Dunnigan)
Back Home (with Jesse Iaquinto and Tommy Maher)
Beside You (with Mimi Naja)
Blackburn Brothers (with Jon Stickley)
Poor Boy’s Delight (with Benny Galloway)
Rockets (with Sarah Siskind)
Bring it on Home (with Jesse Iaquinto and Tommy Maher)
Wake Me Up (with Mike Guggino)
King of the Road (with Mimi Naja)
I Am a Pilgrim (with Mike Guggino)
Far I’d Fall (with Jon Stickley)
In The Mountains (with Sarah Siskind)
Time to Move On (with Matt Rieger and Andy Dunnigan)
Gentle on my Mind (with Tommy Maher)
I’ve Endured (with Tommy Maher)
Sing Me Back Home (with Benny Galloway)
Along with the release of House Band Vol. 1, Travis, Andy & Rev have made a video of their take on The Lil Smokies’ “The City” available on YouTube. Watch it here https://youtu.be/n2cTZMAw3LI
Andy Dunnigan of the Lil Smokies shared, “Last fall, Travis contacted Rev and I about taking a jaunt over to NC; basically we’d rehearse some tunes, play a few shows, hang at his house and pretend the world wasn’t wholly dissembling itself before our eyes… and that’s precisely what we did. Now, clearly, this was a very uncertain time for everyone, but for musicians, the metaphorical curtain had literally been pulled down. fragile; towing hope in shards, I hopped on the plane. Man, I’m glad I went. Quickly the trip reminded me why I haven’t hung this dream up and why I can’t; why I still cling to the adventure - I needed this reminder. Thank you Travis! If you feel inclined go check this podcast out… you can really hear the pandemic fear arm wrestling our love for music in these songs (we won).”
The complete season one of the Travis Book Happy Hour Podcast may be found at: https://anchor.fm/travis-book
Travis can currently be found on tour with The Infamous Stringdusters. Complete dates are at www.thestringdusters.com/tour and include stops in NY, CO, MT, WY, TN and more. He will also be out with fellow Stringduster, Andy Falco performing the songs of Jerry Garcia; Tues, Aug 24 at 185 King Street (Brevard, NC), Weds, Aug 25 at the Grey Eagle (Asheville, NC), Thurs, Aug 25 at the Pour House (Charleston, SC) and Fri, Aug 27 at the Hunt House (Marietta, GA).
Morsel, the five-piece jamgrass outfit out of Denver, CO, is pleased to announce the third single off their forthcoming self-titled record, “Sandy Cheeks.” The song is the first to be released by partner label, Americana Vibes.
“Kick off your shoes and ride out the rest of summer with our newest single, “Sandy Cheeks,” shared Scottie Bollin of Morsel. The song is available now to purchase and stream on all platforms! Also check out the pre-order link and order our debut album, Morsel, out September 24th on Americana Vibes!”
Stream “Sandy Cheeks” here: https://fanlink.to/sandycheeks and pre-order/pre-save the album here: https://store-benchmark.com/collections/americana-vibes/morsel
Morsel’s album was produced entirely by Grammy Award-winning artist, Chris Pandolfi (The Infamous Stringdusters) and is due to hit streets on September 24, 2021.
We couldn't be more excited to have Morsel joining the Americana Vibes family,” shared Pandolfi. “This is a really strong young band with songs and chops beyond their years. I was honored to produce their debut album, and can't wait for the world to hear this music. Morsel is at the beginning of a very promising journey, and we are stoked to be a part of it!”
The band will be out in support of their new release with dates in select Rocky Mountain markets.
Current stops look as follows:
September 16 - Palisade Brewing Company - Palisade, CO
September 17 - OP Rockwell - Park City, UT
September 18 - The Celt Pub and Grill - Idaho Falls, ID
September 19 - Ten Spoon Winery - Missoula, MT
September 22 - Sam’s Taproom & Kitchen - Red Lodge, MT
September 23 - Silver Dollar Bar - Jackson, WY
September 24 - Old Town Pub - Steamboat Springs, CO
September 25 - Breckenridge Brewery - Denver, CO
Ellis Hall, “The Ambassador of Soul,” will be releasing his next studio album, Doc Kupka Presents: Let’s Make an Arrangement, on Strokeland Records (via Regime Music Group) on September 10, 2021.
Let’s Make an Arrangement was co-written by Stephen “Doc” Kupka of funk and soul pioneers, Tower of Power, and features 12 songs that offer a variety in terms of their musical range.
“What a gift to celebrate this amazing music with my brother from another mother, “The Funky Doctor” Doc Kupka,” shared Ellis from his home in California, “To be able to bring music lovers something that will make you groove, boogalate and soulify. Oh yeah, the music journey continues… Let’s Make an Arrangement. CHAKALAKA!!!”
The album’s first two singles, are out now and available to stream at https://fanlink.to/EH_Arrangement ("Let's Make an Arrangement) & https://fanlink.to/ellis_rules ("The Rules Don't Apply to You").
The complete track list for Let’s Make an Arrangement is as follows:
Let’s Make an Arrangement
Tragicomedy
Music Was Better Then
Damned if I Do
What Can I Tell You?
The Rules Don’t Apply to You
Let’s Make it a Date
If We Do It, It’s Good
Get to Know Know Each Other All Over Again
Your Love Has Got a Hold on Me
Denis
Unfair Fight
Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ellis Hall is a seasoned vocalist in possession of a powerful 5-octave range. Along with his music career, he is a veteran songwriter, arranger, producer and educator. Across a career of 50-plus years and counting, Ellis has proven himself as an all-around A-List performer who has entertained audiences on five continents and shared stages with musical giants including Natalie Cole, Patti LaBelle, Herbie Hancock, George Benson, James Taylor and Sheila E. His reputation of excellence has earned Ellis awards and accolades across the globe.
Andy Hall, dobro and vocalist for the GRAMMY-award winning bluegrass band the Infamous Stringdusters, has released the second single from his forthcoming album A Universe Within. "A Moment Away" is available everywhere music can be streamed, available exclusively via Americana Vibes. A Universe Within is due out September 24, 2021, the follow-up to his last solo effort, 12 Bluegrass Classics for Resophonic Guitar.
A Universe Within takes a turn away from Andy’s traditional bluegrass sound, and moves into the ambient and New Age realm; creating a space to reflect, and to feel things in a more quiet, peaceful way. The album is an offering to lead into a calm, relaxing space.
"I can hear a lot of my influences come through on this song," shared Andy. "A little Planet Caravan by Black Sabbath, a little Pink Floyd Echoes, infused into a sparse dobro melody. I definitely imagine some space travel with this one!"
Part dobro album, and part New Age, A Universe Within combines some of Andy’s favorite sounds and styles into one dreamy musical journey. This is your wake-up-on-Sunday and pick up a cup of coffee vibe, that we’re all looking for.
A Universe Within is available for pre-save/pre-order HERE:
The album’s first single, “Halls of the Eclipse” was released a few weeks ago.
Andy was most recently nominated for Resophonic Guitar Player of the Year at the 2021 International Bluegrass Music Association Awards. He has shared the stage and recorded with a wide range of artists including Dolly Parton, Wynona, Emmylou Harris, Earl Scruggs, Ryan Adams, Zack Brown, Charlie Daniels, Jack Black, Rodney Crowell and many others.
The full A Universe Within track list is as follows:
Coronal Bell
A Moment Away
Halls of the Eclipse
As the Weight Fades
Cascading Light
Short of Eternity
Heart of Stars
A Universe Within
Andy Hall, dobro and vocalist for the GRAMMY-award winning bluegrass band the Infamous Stringdusters, has released his new solo album, A Universe Within, on Americana Vibes.
A Universe Within takes a turn away from Andy’s traditional bluegrass sound, and moves into the ambient and New Age realm; creating a space to reflect, and to feel things in a more quiet, peaceful way. The album is an offering to lead into a calm, relaxing space.
“Ambient and New Age music has always been healing for me,” shared Andy. “The space it creates, and the quiet colors it paints calms my nervous system, but still equally excites my senses. All of these songs are straight from the ether and into your ears.”
Part dobro album, and part New Age, A Universe Within combines some of Andy’s favorite sounds and styles into one dreamy musical journey. This is your wake-up-on-Sunday and pick up a cup of coffee vibe, that we’re all looking for.
A Universe Within is available for digital download here or for streaming here.
Andy was most recently nominated for Resophonic Guitar Player of the Year at the 2021 International Bluegrass Music Association Awards. He has shared the stage and recorded with a wide range of artists including Dolly Parton, Wynona, Emmylou Harris, Earl Scruggs, Ryan Adams, Zack Brown, Charlie Daniels, Jack Black, Rodney Crowell and many others.
The full A Universe Within track list is as follows:
Coronal Bell
Moment Away
Halls of the Eclipse
As the Weight Fades
Cascading Light
Short of Eternity
Heart of Stars
A Universe Within
This holiday season, frolic and play the wildflower way! Boulder’s own Americana trio, The Sweet Lillies, have today released “Silent Night,” the first single off their forthcoming holiday album Sweet Holiday Sessions. “Silent Night” is available everywhere music is streamed and downloaded. Listen here -> https://fanlink.to/Silent_Night
Sweet Holiday Sessions is due out December 3 on Americana Vibes.
The album features Chris Pandolfi (banjo), Sally Van Meter (dobro), and Amethyst Starr (vocals) on select tracks throughout, and promises to be as nostalgic as it is original from start to finish.
“We love the holiday season and cherish the time with family and friends” says bassist Julie Gussaroff, who also produced the album. “The compilation of songs on this album are near and dear to all of our hearts. They represent special experiences for all of us from our earliest memories and we wanted to do traditional songs with the Sweet Lillies’ feel.”
Julie says “As the producer My goal was to make each song unique and have a different feel in that sense very much like any Sweet Lillies’ show in which versatility is valued by all of us. We hope you enjoy our intrepid vision for these traditional pieces and have very happy holidays.”
Sweet Holiday Sessions marks the band’s first dive into a concept project. It is their fourth studio album and second to be released under the Americana Vibes label, spearheaded by The Infamous Stringdusters. The album will feature 9 holiday classics and be released digitally on all streaming platforms.
The band is also pleased to offer a merchandise bundle to go along with the release available now for pre-order through the label’s store https://store-benchmark.com/collections/americana-vibes/the-sweet-lillies. Fans can also pre-save across digital streaming platforms https://fanlink.to/SL_SHS
The complete track list for Sweet Holiday Sessions is as follows:
Winter Wonderland
Jingle Bell Rock
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
Rocking Around The Christmas Tree
Silent Night
Holly Jolly Christmas
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
Auld Lang Syne
The Sweet Lillies are currently on tour supporting the Infamous Stringdusters
Nov 12 - Denver, CO - Mission Ballroom
Nov 14 - SLC, UT - The Commonwealth Room
Nov 16 - Grand Junction, CO - Mesa Theater
Nov 17 - Jackson, WY - Center for the Arts
Nov 18 - Boise, ID - The Knitting Factory
Nov 19 - Bozeman, MT - The Elm
Nov 20 - Missoula, MT - The Wilma
Today, Boulder, CO’s the Sweet Lillies are pleased to make available Sweet Holiday Sessions, the Americana trio’s take on old Christmas classics. The album, which is available on all streaming platforms, is available now on Americana Vibes. https://fanlink.to/sweetholidaysessions
Sweet Holiday Sessions features Chris Pandolfi of the Grammy-nominated Infamous Stringdusters (banjo), Sally Van Meter (dobro), and Amethyst Starr (vocals) on select tracks throughout, and promises to be as nostalgic as it is original from start to finish.
“This album was a wonderful stroll down memory lane for us, sharing all our favorite Christmas memories along the way. We hope this album will sweeten the moments spent with you and your loved ones during the holidays.” Sweet Holiday Sessions marks the band’s first dive into a concept project. It is their fourth studio album and second to be released under the Americana Vibes label. The band is also pleased to offer a merchandise bundle to go along with the release available now through the label’s store.
The complete track list for Sweet Holiday Sessions is as follows:
Winter Wonderland
Jingle Bell Rock
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
Rocking Around The Christmas Tree
Silent Night
Holly Jolly Christmas
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
Auld Lang Syne
The Sweet Lillies recently wrapped up a stretch of dates supporting the Infamous Stringdusters. On December 17, the Lillies will hit the stage at Denver’s Gothic Theater for a headlining show featuring Jason Hann (String Cheese Incident) and Andy Hall (The Infamous Stringdusters) with support from some of Denver’s best rising bluegrass acts, the Lonesome Days and Chain Station.
About the Sweet Lilles, Common Ground producer Tim Carbone said, “The world needs a band like The Sweet Lillies, whose music is positive without denying the darkness in the world. Their songs are uplifting but they also invite the listener to be introspective and draw their own conclusions. Like all great music, it does so while taking you on a journey of joy. I live to make records like this with dedicated, focused artists and I can't wait for the world to hear it.”
For more information about the Sweet Lillies, visit www.sweetlillies.com.
Genre-defying Grammy-Nominated music titans Lettuce have officially revealed their latest project - a biodynamic hemp flower oil created with a simple formula: biodynamic hemp flower rosin and biodynamic olive oil. Shop and learn more HERE.
Jack Rabbit Hill Farm is an organically certified biodynamic farm in Hotchkiss, CO, owned & operated by Lance Hanson. The farm has been producing some of the highest quality wines, spirits, and ciders for almost 2 decades, and have now partnered with Lettuce to get their hands in the CBD game. Each bottle is 2oz with 1000mg CBD and other phytocannabinoids (16mg CBD per serving). There is nothing else added or removed at any point in the process. Lettuce CBD by Jack Rabbit Hill Farm is naturally full spectrum and demeter certified biodynamic®, the platinum standard for regenerative-organic farming & food processing.
Eric Bloom explains, “The farm itself is beautiful and picturesque, set high in the ‘North Fork Valley’, away from all the hustle and bustle of the cities. Getting the chance to work with people so dedicated to their craft AND the environment is a dream come true for us. We hope you get a chance to take a ride up there to farm, say hi to Lance for us.”
“Please enjoy the miraculous healing benefits of our new biodynamic hemp flower oil! It’s a non-chemical natty vibe.” exclaims Erick ‘Jesus’ Coomes
The road warriors continue to bring their funky rhythms and sonic grooves on an extensive tour: they hit the West Coast this week, Denver, CO at Mission Ballroom on December 18th, and finish 2021 with a bang in Miami, FL on New Years Eve & Day. See below for the band’s list of upcoming domestic tour dates for the year and into 2022, and visit www.lettucefunk.com for all ticketing details.
LETTUCE TOUR DATES:
December 10, 2021 San Francisco, CA at The Fillmore
December 11, 2021 Los Angeles, CA at the Teragram Ballroom
December 12, 2021 San Diego, CA at The Observatory North Park
December 18, 2021 Denver, CO at the Mission Ballroom
December 30, 2021 St. Petersburg, FL at Jannus Live
December 31, 2021 Miami Beach, FL at North Beach Bandshell***
January 1, 2022 Miami Beach, FL at North Beach Bandshell***
March 24, 2022 Gainesville, FL at Knockin’ Boots
March 25, 2022 Charlotte, NC at Neighborhood Theatre
March 26, 2022 Asheville, NC at The Orange Peel
March 27, 2022 Wilmington, NC at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater**
March 30, 2022 Columbus, OH at Newport Music Hall**
April 1, 2022 Philadelphia, PA at Brooklyn Bowl
April 2, 2022 Philadelphia, PA at Brooklyn Bowl
April 3, 2022 Syracuse, NY at Wescott Theater**
April 6, 2022 Hartford, CT at Infinity Hall Hartford**
April 7, 2022 South Burlington, VT at Higher Ground Ballroom**
April 8, 2022 Boston, MA at House of Blues**
April 9, 2022 Portland, ME at the State Theatre
April 20, 2022 Patchogue, NY at Blue Point Brewing**
April 21, 2022 Albany, NY at Empire Live**
April 22, 2022 Port Chester, NY at The Capitol Theatre**
April 24, 2022 Asbury Park, NJ at The Stone Pony
April 28, 2022 Little Rock, AR at Little Rock Music Hall**
April 30, 2022 New Orleans, LA at The Joy Theater
**On-Sale Today
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In light of the recent fires in Boulder County, the local Vail music community has come together to benefit Dave Watts, drummer of The Motet and a longtime Colorado live music mainstay, who tragically lost everything in the disastrous Marshall Fire last week. The event will happen Sunday evening, January 16, 2022 at Shakedown Bar Vail, and will feature music by Bonfire Dub and many special guests.
“We’re looking forward to being part of helping Dave rebuild after this horrible incident,” shared Scott Rednor, owner at Shakedown Bar and longtime friend and collaborator of Watts. “Dave’s been moving Coloradoans with his grooves for 30 years, so now it’s time to rally behind him and help him through this loss.”
The après ski event kicks off at 4 p.m with Dave Tucker’s Sweetspot, followed by Bonfire Dub & Friends from 5:30 - 8 p.m. The show will include a live bidding and silent auction. Tickets are $40 in advance with the option to donate an additional amount, benefiting Dave and his family directly. Complete event details and tickets can be found here -> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shakedown-presents-bonfire-dub-friends-a-b…
“We all watched with heavy hearts the tragedy unfolding in Boulder County and we are committed to support our friends, families and fellow musicians that lost everything. Vail has an incredible tradition of philanthropy and always rises to the needs of the community at large,” shared Scott Stoughton (of Bonfire Dub, Founder at WinterWonderGrass. “During my many incredible years living in Vail, the local musicians came together many times to help those in need. I’m personally very proud of the community!”
Tickets to A Benefit for Dave Watts are available online at https://bit.ly/TIXSDaveWattsBenefit. For more information, visit www.shakedownbarvail.com.
At A Glance:
What: Shakedown Presents Bonfire Dub & Friends - A Benefit for Dave Watts
Where: Shakedown Bar, 304 Bridge Street, Vail
When: Sunday, December 16, 2022
Cost: $40 donation
More Information: www.shakedownbarvail.com
Boulder’s The Sweet Lillies, the acoustic string-band known for their ethereal, vocal harmonies and irreplicable collaborations, are thrilled to announce their return to the road after being sidelined for a year due to Covid.
This current tour will see the Lillies hit some of the most iconic Pacific Northwest and Colorado markets with stops in Portland, Eugene, Seattle, Jackson, Boulder and more - including a stretch of dates with Brothers Comatose.
“We can not express how grateful and excited we are to get back on the road,” shared the Lillies. “It just feels great to have a touring schedule again!”
The band released their third studio album, Common Ground, last June produced by Tim Carbone of Railroad Earth as well as a self produced holiday album this past November, both on Americana Vibes. They are fresh off a hugely collaborative tour with Grammy Award winning band, The Infamous Stringdusters and performed in part of 2021’s International Bluegrass Music Association conference, and are now working on their fourth studio album with producer Chris Pandolfi, banjo player from the ‘Dusters.
The Sweet Lillies are on a roll and picking up right where they left off. The band’s high energy and well-crafted music make them who they are.
“They are a genre bending powerhouse. Today, at a Lillies show you’ll hear everything from their beautiful soulful originals to reinventions of your favorite 90’s hip-hop tracks. They’re always ready to have fun on stage and off!” shared Andy Thorn of Leftover Salmon in his review of their latest album.
Tour Dates:
2/3 - The Goodfoot - Portland, OR
2/4 - Sam Bond’s Garage - Eugene, OR
2/5 - Volcanic Theatre Pub - Bend, OR
2/6 - High Dive - Seattle, WA
2/16 - Green House - Laramie, WY
2/17 - Silver Dollar Bar - Jackson, WY
2/18 - Lewis & Clark Brewery - Helena, MT
2/19 - Monk’s Bar - Missoula, MT
2/25-2/26 - WinterWonderGrass - Steamboat Springs, CO
3/17 - Fox Theatre - Boulder, CO*
3/19 - 10 Mile Music Hall - Frisco, CO*
3/25 - Commonwealth Room - Sale Lake City, UT*
3/26 - OP Rockwell - Salt Lake City, UT*
*w/ Brothers Comatose
“The world needs a band like the Sweet Lillies, whose music is positive without denying the darkness in the world,” shared Tim Carbone. “Their songs are uplifting but they also invite the listener to be introspective and draw their own conclusions. Like all great music it does so while taking you on a journey of joy. I live to make records like this with dedicated, focused artists and I can’t wait for the world to hear it.”
More information on the Sweet Lillies can be found at www.sweetlillies.com
Something downright mystical is happening on Colorado’s Front Range. The very roots of traditional acoustic music seem to sprout from the dirt, shaking their dust into the winds of change, to be breathed in and become the soul of musicians who craft their songs here.
Such is the music of Wood Belly, a musical collective of Chris Weist (mandolin), Tom Knowlton (guitar), Chris Zink (dobro), Aaron McCloskey (banjo) and Taylor Shuck (bass). Today, Americana Vibes is excited to announce the addition of Wood Belly to its roster, which includes Grammy Award-winning artist The Infamous Stringdusters, plus Midnight North, the Sweet Lillies, Morsel, Chris Pandolfi, Travis Book, Andy Hall and Andy Falco.
"We couldn't be more thrilled to announce our signing with the fine folks at Americana Vibes,” shared Wood Belly. “The Infamous Stringdusters were a huge influence on all of us through our formative years in bluegrass and to be brought into their community and label is nothing short of mind blowing. We have the utmost confidence in this partnership and cannot wait to see what the future has in store!"
In addition to the signing, Americana Vibes is happy to present Wood Belly’s new album, Great Big Skies, due out in May 2022. Alongside this announcement, Wood Belly is proudly sharing a new video for their unreleased song, “Mexico” available on the band’s YouTube channel now. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3d1AoKMBK4
About “Mexico” Wood Belly shared, "Bluegrass music is no stranger to a good ole bank robbin' song. ‘Mexico’ diverges from the classic narrative by putting you inside a criminal's mindset who's been dealt a bad hand in life and completely justifies the crime he commits even if it meant taking another man's life. We're all heroes in our own story and the song demonstrates that these stereotypical ‘villains’ are no different.”
Wood Belly band has been garnering attention since the release of their 2018 debut album Solid Ground, which was followed by a win at the prestigious Telluride Bluegrass Band Competition (earning them a main stage performance slot at the 2019 festival), as well as a 2018 IBMA Momentum Band of the Year nomination.
Boulder’s The Sweet Lillies, the acoustic string-band known for their ethereal, vocal harmonies and irreplicable collaborations, are thrilled to announce their return to the road after being sidelined for a year due to Covid.
This current tour has seen the Lillies hit some of the most iconic Pacific Northwest and Colorado markets with stops in Portland, Eugene, Seattle, Jackson, Boulder and more - including a stretch of dates coming up with Brothers Comatose.
“We can not express how grateful and excited we are to get back on the road,” shared the Lillies. “It just feels great to have a touring schedule again!”
The band released their third studio album, Common Ground, last June produced by Tim Carbone of Railroad Earth as well as a self produced holiday album this past November, both on Americana Vibes. They are fresh off a hugely collaborative tour with Grammy Award winning band, The Infamous Stringdusters and performed in part of 2021’s International Bluegrass Music Association conference, and are now working on their fourth studio album with producer Chris Pandolfi, banjo player from the ‘Dusters.
The Sweet Lillies are on a roll and picking up right where they left off. The band’s high energy and well-crafted music make them who they are.
“They are a genre bending powerhouse. Today, at a Lillies show you’ll hear everything from their beautiful soulful originals to reinventions of your favorite 90’s hip-hop tracks. They’re always ready to have fun on stage and off!” shared Andy Thorn of Leftover Salmon in his review of their latest album.
The Fox Theatre
March 17, 2022
Fox Theatre
Boulder, CO
Tickets & Info: https://www.axs.com/events/422039/the-brothers-comatose-the-sweet-lillies-tickets
“The world needs a band like the Sweet Lillies, whose music is positive without denying the darkness in the world,” shared Tim Carbone. “Their songs are uplifting but they also invite the listener to be introspective and draw their own conclusions. Like all great music it does so while taking you on a journey of joy. I live to make records like this with dedicated, focused artists and I can’t wait for the world to hear it.”
More information on the Sweet Lillies can be found at www.sweetlillies.com
Something downright musically mystical continues to manifest along Colorado’s front range. There’s a forward-progress movement that stems from deep within the roots of folk and Americana culture, and such is the music of Wood Belly. Today, Wood Belly is pleased to announce the release of their new album, Great Big Skies, available June 3, 2022 on Americana Vibes.
Wood Belly, who is composed of Chris Weist (mandolin), Tom Knowlton (guitar), Chris Zink (dobro), Aaron McCloskey (banjo) and Taylor Shuck (bass) hits new strides with Great Big Skies, and its first single “Old Home” available now on all streaming platforms.
“The evolution of the band is evident in these recordings. This is apparent, not only in our individual growth as players, but how we craft a song and play together as a whole,” shared Chris Zink, dobro. “Our guitar player and vocalist Tom Knowlton makes his recording debut as a member of Wood Belly and while his talents are striking and abundant throughout the album, it is the way he makes the band a tighter unit that is most impressive. With the perceptive and imaginative Jon Weisberger manning the helm as producer, Great Big Skies marks a further development of what we want to define as the Wood Belly sound, and a glimpse into where we may be heading.”
The band has been garnering attention since the release of their 2018 debut album Solid Ground, which was followed by a win at the prestigious Telluride Bluegrass Band Competition (earning them a main stage performance slot at the 2019 festival), as well as a 2018 IBMA Momentum Band of the Year nomination.
“The modern music world is like the wild west in some respects. There are amazing bands all over the world releasing an unending supply of great songs into the streaming ether and it can be very challenging to reach people and make an impact, shared Aaron McCloskey, banjo. “Enter Americana Vibes. Teaming up with a label that is equipped for the current climate is invaluable to us and we're thrilled to have their knowledge and guidance for the release of our new album, Great Big Skies.”
Great Big Skies is available to pre-save and preorder now at: https://fanlink.to/GreatBigSkies And give the album’s first single, “Old Home,” a spin here: https://fanlink.to/WB_OldHome
Driving Rain
Kentucky Coal
Old Home
Angel
Telluride Jubilee
Great Big Skies
The Bottle
That Kind of Blue
Bluebird
Hindsight
The Road That Takes Me Home
Though no formal touring plans have been set in stone, Wood Belly expects to hit the road for select shows in support of Great Big Skies. In the meantime, catch Wood Belly live at any of the below upcoming stops:
March 19 - Taos High Hazard Hoedown - Taos, NM
April 2 - Schmiggity’s - Steamboat Springs, CO
April 23 - Palisade Bluegrass Bash - Palisades, CO
April 26 - The Sherbino - Ridgway, CO
May 15 - Tico Time Bluegrass Festival - Aztec, NM
July 2 - Mishawaka Amphitheater - Bellvue, CO (supporting Leftover Salmon)
July 23 - Northwest String Summit - North Plains, OR
Bay Area staples and coast-to-coast road warriors, Midnight North, are pleased to announce the release of a new live album, Selections from Levon Helm Studios. The album was recorded live at their show at the iconic barn in Upstate New York on November 9, 2019. The album is due out May 20 on Americana Vibes.
In moving forward, the band still looks back and savors their favorite moments. Selections from Levon Helm Studios celebrates a very special night for Midnight North: November 9, 2019 at Levon Helm Studios in Woodstock, NY.
"It is still one of our favorite shows we've ever played and a pristine recording that we've been holding on to ever since in order to find the right time to release this music, shared Grahame Lesh, guitars and vocals for Midnight North." "It was a night filled with special moments. We had our dear friend Jason Crosby with us on keyboards for the whole show, plus we co-headlined with the Cris Jacobs Band and had all of those amazing musicians join us. We also debuted Elliott's classic song "Coyote" around one microphone, and we felt like Levon & our Woodstock family were with us the entire time. This album captures the magic of that night, and we are so excited to share it with you all."
Selections from Levon Helm Studios is available to pre-save https://fanlink.to/MN_Levon And give the album’s first single, “Luxury Liner,” a spin here: https://fanlink.to/MN_LuxuryLiner
Earthquakes
Good For You I Guess
Wind and Roses
If It Takes A Lifetime (Jason Isbell)
Everyday
Luxury Liner (Gram Parsons)
Coyote
Playing a Poor Hand Well
Under the Lights
Don't Do It (The Band)
Just this week, Midnight North announced a series of summer tour dates. Catch them on the road at any of the stops below.
June 4 - Frost Amphitheater (opening for Phil Lesh) - Stanford, CA
June 5 - Redwood Mountain Faire - Felton, CA
June 23 - Exit/In - Nashville, TN
June 24 - Aisle 5 - Atlanta, GA
June 25 - Grey Eagle - Asheville, NC
June 26 - Charleston Pour House - Charleston, SC
June 30 - Peach Music Festival - Scranton, PA
July 1 - Lincoln Hill Farms - Canandaigua, NY
July 6 - The 8x10 - Baltimore, MD
July 7 - The Hollow - Albany, NY
July 9.- Levitate Music & Arts Festival - Marshfield, MA
July 28 - Freehold, NJ
July 30 - Weekend at Bertha's - Townsend, DE
August 7 - Days Between Festival - Laytonville, CA
August 25 - High Noon Saloon - Madison, WI
August 26 - Sacred Rose Festival - Bridgeview, IL
August 27 - The Common - Buchanan, MI
August 28 - Woodlands Tavern - Columbus, OH
Midnight North has released the second single from Selections from Levon Helm Studios. “As soon as Elliott showed us her original demo for “Coyote”, I knew the pressure was on us to perform this amazing song in a way that lived up to the magic of its composition. When we began working up the song, our November show at the mythical Levon Helm Studios became a dream debut opportunity for us," shared Grahame Lesh.
"As time went on more and more pieces began falling into place - our dear friend Jason Crosby joined us on keyboards and violin for the show, we worked up a one-mic acoustic set to showcase “Coyote”, and finally we had the most beautiful crowd of fans to play for. The result was everything we could have asked for, and luckily we were able to capture the performance to show you now. “Coyote” has since been released on our studio album “There’s Always a Story”, but it all comes back to the magic of that first performance at Levon Helm Studios.”
In moving forward, the band still looks back and savors their favorite moments. Selections from Levon Helm Studios celebrates a very special night for Midnight North: November 9, 2019 at Levon Helm Studios in Woodstock, NY.
Selections from Levon Helm Studios is available to pre-save https://fanlink.to/MN_Levon And give the album’s new single, “Coyote,” a spin here: https://fanlink.to/MN_Coyote, plus take a look at their visual slideshow here: https://youtu.be/RURU3-puhPw
Earthquakes
Good For You I Guess
Wind and Roses
If It Takes A Lifetime (Jason Isbell)
Everyday
Luxury Liner (Gram Parsons)
Coyote
Playing a Poor Hand Well
Under the Lights
Don't Do It (The Band)
Midnight North will be on tour this summer. Catch them on the road at any of the stops below.
June 4 - Frost Amphitheater (opening for Phil Lesh) - Stanford, CA
June 5 - Redwood Mountain Faire - Felton, CA
June 23 - Exit/In - Nashville, TN
June 24 - Aisle 5 - Atlanta, GA
June 25 - Grey Eagle - Asheville, NC
June 26 - Charleston Pour House - Charleston, SC
June 30 - Peach Music Festival - Scranton, PA
July 1 - Lincoln Hill Farms - Canandaigua, NY
July 6 - The 8x10 - Baltimore, MD
July 7 - The Hollow - Albany, NY
July 9.- Levitate Music & Arts Festival - Marshfield, MA
July 28 - Freehold, NJ
July 30 - Weekend at Bertha's - Townsend, DE
August 7 - Days Between Festival - Laytonville, CA
August 25 - High Noon Saloon - Madison, WI
August 26 - Sacred Rose Festival - Bridgeview, IL
August 27 - The Common - Buchanan, MI
August 28 - Woodlands Tavern - Columbus, OH
National flatpicking champion, Tyler Grant, is pleased to release his first solo album since 2016 and first Telecaster-driven electric solo album. Tryin’ To Have A Good Time is out now on Americana Vibes.
Tyler takes his listener on a six-string joyride through his musical history on this collection of new music. Tyler recalls, “my dad once told me that no matter what the situation, the best thing to do is to try to have a good time.”
A National Flatpicking Champion and renowned guitarist, singer, songwriter, storyteller, producer and educator–Tyler Grant’s adventurous career has spanned the better part of thirty years, and has taken him from sideman to bandleader; and young hotshot to mentor in the Bluegrass, Americana and jamband scenes. His sixth solo release, Tryin’ To Have A Good Time, captures the image of a life-long wanderer staking out musical roots which extend to a canopy of song, inviting the listener into a home long sought after.
In addition to music, Tyler has found a recent knack for the river. Shortly after the shutdown in 2020, Tyler, like many musicians, found himself needing inspiration. “I had been invited to join an experiment in summer 2020, taking a group of musicians down a multi day whitewater trip through the sacred halls of Dinosaur National Monument,” shared Tyler. “I was hooked from day one. I’ve always been an outdoor enthusiast, and this was a whole new adventure. Rafting down those pristine stretches of river, experiencing the thrill of the rapids, the majesty of the canyons, bonding with guests and crew over music and meals at the most remote, beautiful campsites, collaborating with some of my favorite musicians in a pure acoustic setting.”
Tyler’s experiences on the river, along with many on a deep personal level with his family, ultimately shaped the foundation for Tryin’ To Have A Good Time. Fans can tune in tonight on Volume at https://volume.com/t/MVzoHu/ for a livestream of Tyler’s album release party, live from Wibby Brewing.
Tryin’ To Have A Good Time is available now fanlink.to/TG_GoodTime
Guitars and Trains
Golden Spike
Joyful Song
Stack Them Eights
Moonlight Eyes
Calm Down
Midlife Crisis
Henry Brown
Wild Wolves of the Highlands
Lonestar
Ease Your Mind
For more information, visit www.tylergrant.com or www.americanavibes.com
Midnight North releases Selections from Levon Helm Studios, a new live album via Americana Vibes. Selections from Levon Helm Studios features a mix of Midnight North originals with classic rock hits such as “Don’t Do It” and “Luxury Liner.”
With a keen eye on musical evolution, the band still looks back and savors their favorite moments. Selections from Levon Helm Studios celebrates a very special night for Midnight North: November 9, 2019 at Levon Helm Studios in Woodstock, NY.
"It is still one of our favorite shows we've ever played and a pristine recording that we've been holding on to ever since in order to find the right time to release this music,” shared Grahame Lesh, guitars and vocals for Midnight North. "It was a night filled with special moments. We had our dear friend Jason Crosby with us on keyboards for the whole show, plus we co-headlined with the Cris Jacobs Band and had all of those amazing musicians join us. We also debuted Elliott's classic song "Coyote" around one microphone, and we felt like Levon & our Woodstock family were with us the entire time. This album captures the magic of that night, and we are so excited to share it with you all."
Selections from Levon Helm Studios is available now https://fanlink.to/MN_Levon
Earthquakes
Good For You I Guess
Wind and Roses
If It Takes A Lifetime (Jason Isbell)
Everyday
Luxury Liner (Gram Parsons)
Coyote
Playing a Poor Hand Well
Under the Lights
Don't Do It (The Band)
Midnight North will be on tour this summer. Catch them on the road at any of the stops below.
June 4 - Frost Amphitheater (opening for Phil Lesh) - Stanford, CA
June 5 - Redwood Mountain Faire - Felton, CA
June 18 - ClubRed - Telluride, CO
June 23 - Exit/In - Nashville, TN
June 24 - Aisle 5 - Atlanta, GA
June 25 - Grey Eagle - Asheville, NC
June 26 - Charleston Pour House - Charleston, SC
June 30 - Peach Music Festival - Scranton, PA
July 1 - Lincoln Hill Farms - Canandaigua, NY
July 6 - The 8x10 - Baltimore, MD
July 7 - The Hollow - Albany, NY
July 9.- Levitate Music & Arts Festival - Marshfield, MA
July 28 - Concerts in the Studio - Freehold, NJ
July 30 - Weekend at Bertha's - Townsend, DE
August 7 - Days Between Festival - Laytonville, CA
August 14 - Stern Grove Festival - San Francisco, CA
August 25 - High Noon Saloon - Madison, WI
August 26 - Sacred Rose Festival - Bridgeview, IL
August 27 - The Common - Buchanan, MI
August 28 - Woodlands Tavern - Columbus, OH
September 9 - Troubadour - Los Angeles, CA
September 10 - SLO Brew Rock - San Luis Obispo, CA
For more information, visit www.midnightnorth.com or www.americanavibes.com
Former Telluride Band Contest winners, Wood Belly, are pleased to release their album since 2020's Man on the Radio. Great Big Skies is out now on Americana Vibes.
The band has been garnering attention since the release of their 2018 debut album Solid Ground, which was followed by a win at the prestigious Telluride Bluegrass Band Competition (earning them a main stage performance slot at the 2019 festival), as well as a 2018 IBMA Momentum Band of the Year nomination.
Wood Belly released its second album, Man on the Radio in January of 2020 capping an impressive stretch of writing and releases. The new 13-track collection was recorded at Swingfingers Studio in Fort Collins, CO with Grammy-winning producer Sally Van Meter and engineer Aaron Youngberg, and features special guest fiddler Jeremy Garrett of The Infamous Stringdusters on several tracks.
“The evolution of the band is evident in these [Great Big Skies] recordings. This is apparent, not only in our individual growth as players, but how we craft a song and play together as a whole,” shared Chris Zink, dobro. “Our guitar player and vocalist Tom Knowlton makes his recording debut as a member of Wood Belly and while his talents are striking and abundant throughout the album, it is the way he makes the band a tighter unit that is most impressive. With the perceptive and imaginative Jon Weisberger manning the helm as producer, Great Big Skies marks a further development of what we want to define as the Wood Belly sound, and a glimpse into where we may be heading.”
Great Big Skies is available now https://fanlink.to/GreatBigSkies
Driving Rain
Kentucky Coal
Old Home
Angel
Telluride Jubilee
Great Big Skies
The Bottle
That Kind of Blue
Bluebird
Hindsight
The Road That Takes Me Home
Rafters
The band will be celebrating the release of Great Big Skies tonight in Denver at the Marquis followed by a swing through Steamboat next Wednesday to kick off the Westside Wednesday series. Wood Belly hits the road for select dates this summer with a stop at Northwest String Summit in July. For more information, visit www.woodbellymusic.com or www.americanavibes.com
Americana Vibes, the label responsible for the Infamous Stringdusters’ recent Grammy-nominated Tribute to Bill Monroe, is very pleased to present its first in a series of digital compilation releases, Summertime in the Mountains. The compilation was hand-picked to represent the wide spectrum of sounds not only offered by label artists, but as a definition for where the bluegrass and Americana genres are meeting and evolving.
“There’s no time like right now to showcase the tremendous efforts put forward by the Americana Vibes artists,” shared Ariel Rosemberg, label manager. “We are so fortunate to be represented in today’s market by some of the finest sounds in bluegrass and Americana. There is an evolution happening in this space right before our eyes and to represent that sound in our first-to-market compilation is honor in and of itself.”
Americana Vibes was founded at the tail end of 2020 in partnership between Grammy-award winning group, The Infamous Stringdusters and Regime Music Group as a way to honor the legacy of Americana tradition with a keen emphasis on the sounds of the future coming from within the space.
Since its inception, the label has put out records for the Dusters (who went on to receive a Grammy nomination for Best Bluegrass Album for their work on A Tribute to Bill Monroe), Midnight North, the Sweet Lillies, Wood Belly, Tyler Grant and Morse - plus select solo releases from members of the Dusters - all in a variety of configurations including digital-only, physical releases and limited edition Record Store Day items.
The idea with this release is to simply offer a retrospective look at the label’s early releases, thematically geared towards having a kick-ass summer. So, while you’ve got your bags packed and festival tickets in-hand, drop this on your next summer adventure.
Summertime in the Mountains is available now https://fanlink.to/summer_mountains and please see below for a complete track listing.
The Infamous Stringdusters - Down from the Mountain
Morsel - Road Trip
Tyler Grant - Joyful Song
Midnight North - Coyote
Andy Falco - The Edge
Andy Hall - Foggy Mountain Rock
The Sweet Lillies - In Love with the World
Wood Belly - Great Big Skies
Trad Plus / Chris Pandolfi - Wading in the Stream
Travis Book - Back Home (Live)
The Infamous Stringdusters - Means to an End
Midnight North - Silent Lonely Drifter
Jeremy Garrett (a bluegrass fiddler at heart) visits the musical ground on which his career was born with River Wild, his new album out now from Organic Records. Jeremy will be bringing his fiddle science to Denver's Ophelia's this Sunday, June 26 in celebration of his new album. His ever-evolving band will feature Cody Kilby (the Travelin McCourys), Ryan Cavanaugh and local pickers Sam Parks and Denton Turner (Buffalo Commons).
Even with his explorations of the genre’s edges as a member of The Infamous Stringdusters — not to mention the boundary-breaking, technology-enhanced solo recordings and performances on his first two projects for Organic, Circles (2020) and Wanderer’s Compass (2021) — Garrett has always kept his bluegrass tools sharpened and at the ready. Now, his irrepressible creativity and a keen sense of the moment have led him to dig deep into ten years’ worth of his catalog of original songs — and one of the most enviable address books in the business — to create River Wild.
To be sure, this is no ordinary bluegrass album. As the lyric that emerges from the moody, almost ominous opening to the title track (written with bluegrass powerhouse Rick Lang) announces, in the voice of the river, “I got my own mind, I got my own will,” and from that opening number to the virtuosic solo fiddle closer, “Burning The Slash,” Garrett’s powerfully distinctive approach to the genre is on full display. That’s true even when the tune is a pedal-to-the-metal, full-on bluegrass romp like the second track and first single, “What’s That You’re Doin’?” “A fast paced, playful and traditional-sounding bluegrass song,” Garrett calls it, “a fun conversation between two lovers heading towards the goal of ‘getting hitched,’ to use an old time term, and asking what it will take to get the job done. This song was co-written with my friend, Benny (Burle) Galloway, and I love how it stays on the ‘1’ chord for the entire verse — for all of those,” he adds with a laugh, “who may be following along with the Nashville numbering system!”
From there, the set winds through sinuous contemporary instrumentals, original bluegrass songs both mainline and edgy, a signature bit of acoustic pop and even an unexpected — and bravura — tip of Garrett’s hat to the Father of Bluegrass himself. Among the highlights, annotated by the artist:
“Potato Farmer”: “It has been quite some time since I’ve been able to write some instrumental music for a project like this, involving guest musicians. There are several instrumental numbers on this record, but I highlighted this track as one to show off the stellar pickers who joined me: Seth Taylor, an incredible guitar player who I think will be a household name in the guitar world soon, along with the rock solid Barry Bales on bass, Alan Bibey on mandolin and the incredible Ryan Cavanaugh on banjo.”
“In the Blink of an Eye”: “I co-wrote this with Jon Weisberger, and it’s one of my favorite songs that I have helped pen. I love how the melody cries out from the very beginning, and the mix that Scott Barnett put on it sonically is transcending. I think it’s one of those special songs that many people can vibe with. The musicians all played incredibly on all of the tracks for this record, but this one is a stand-out to me. Big fiddle jam at the end as well!”
“In a Song”: “This was the result of a first time co-writing attempt with Josh Shilling, who would become a great friend. We have written many songs together now, and this one hits home for me. It tells a story of an old man who leaves his guitar to a young, up and coming musician. He has one request — to be remembered in a song. As a musician, performer, singer and songwriter, who has virtually committed my life to music, to be remembered in a song that lives on after I leave this world would indeed be a special way to be remembered.”
“Kentucky Waltz”: “This song, of course, is a bluegrass classic, by Bill Monroe. I heard my dad sing this from an early age and have always loved it; it’s a fun one to slow way down and play around with, with some fiddle double stops and going large on the vocals. The rest of the songs on the record are original, but I wanted to pick one classic, and this one stood out to me. I hope you enjoy my rendition.”
“I had it in my heart to do a bluegrass record this time around,” he concludes, “and to call upon some friends to help me record it. I picked some of my favorite songs from my original catalog, and also wrote some specifically for this project. I went as bluegrass as I could, while trying to be true to being original. I poured my life’s blood into these songs and the performance of them, and I was so honored to have this lineup of players and singers to make the songs be all they could be — and then some. This one goes out special to all the fans who have been so supportive of my music endeavors through the years!”
With help from that insightfully chosen group of pickers and singers — Seth Taylor (guitar) and two-time IBMA Mandolin Player of the Year Alan Bibey are the constants — that includes banjoists Ryan Cavanaugh (Bill Evans Soulgrass), Gena Britt (Sister Sadie) and Russ Carson (Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder), bassists Travis Book (Infamous Stringdusters) and Barry Bales (Alison Krauss & Union Station), dobroist Andy Hall of the Stringdusters, as well as bluegrass legend Lou Reid and Mountain Heart’s masterful Josh Shilling on harmony vocals, Jeremy Garrett has delivered a remarkable musical statement. At once a love letter to bluegrass, and a bold assertion of his continued place in it, River Wild is the album that his fans and colleagues alike have been waiting for.
Listen to River Wild HERE.
Former Telluride Band Contest winners, Wood Belly, are pleased to release the video for "Angel" off their new album Great Big Skies. The album and video are out now on Americana Vibes. The video may be viewed on the band's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_zYUdf9pIY
"Angel is a song about hiking the Appalachian trail. It's a grueling journey and everyone needs some help along the way. Luckily there are a number of "trail angels" who love to help hikers out of the goodness of their hearts. It might be a hot meal, a clean bed, a cold beer, or anything else you might need to get you through. It's written about a specific place but it's easy to see how it applies to all of us. If we could all extend a helping hand when we can and ask for help when we need it, our own journey's would be a little lighter."
The band has been garnering attention since the release of their 2018 debut album Solid Ground, which was followed by a win at the prestigious Telluride Bluegrass Band Competition (earning them a main stage performance slot at the 2019 festival), as well as a 2018 IBMA Momentum Band of the Year nomination.
Wood Belly released its second album, Man on the Radio in January of 2020 capping an impressive stretch of writing and releases. The new 13-track collection was recorded at Swingfingers Studio in Fort Collins, CO with Grammy-winning producer Sally Van Meter and engineer Aaron Youngberg, and features special guest fiddler Jeremy Garrett of The Infamous Stringdusters on several tracks.
Wood Belly is currently on tour in support of Great Big Skies.
"We are so stoked to get back to the west coast. California, Oregon, Washington and Montana have been host to some incredible shows and we've made wonderful friends out there. Now we get to bring our new songs and sound out there and we can't wait for our fans to hear it. It's also an incredible honor to be playing at the final Northwest String Summit. It's been one of the premier festivals in the country for 20 years and it's going to be an all-timer!"
Tour dates include:
July 15 - Sweetwater Music Hall - Mill Valley, CA
July 16 - Hop Dogma Brewery - Half Moon Bay, CA
July 17 - Goldfield Trading Post - Sacramento, CA
July 19 - Nectar Lounge - Seattle, WA
July 20 - The Getdown - Portland, OR
July 21 - Sam Bond’s Garage - Eugene, OR
July 22 - Airport Lounge - Tacoma, WA
July 23 - Northwest String Summit - Great Plains, OR
July 27 - Bozeman Folklore Society - Bozeman, MT
July 28 - St John’s Concert Series - Billings, MT
‘Genre-Fluid’ quintet Kendall Street Company has fittingly announced their second annual Kendall Street Is For Lovers Tour which spans five different cities each week over the course of February. Every Tuesday the band will hit the Milk Parlour in Blacksburg. Wednesdays will feature them performing at The Golden Pony in Harrisonburg. Thursdays the band’s hometown will host them at The Southern. Weekend dates will take place in Hampton Roads and Richmond, with rotating nights at Chicho’s, The Bunker, The Camel, and The Broadberry.
Says the band, “Last year’s lovers tour turned us from boys into men and we hope to do the same this year. Exploratory jams, new fun covers, and both puppy love and old dog love. It’s all there for the taking. Strap in it’s gonna get wild.”
Kendall Street Company has seen themselves rise onto the scene post-pandemic, leaving an impression where it matters. The bands’ mix of instrumentation, sound, powerful vocals, and antics guarantees the fan a new and engaging experience every time. With over 110 shows under their belt in 2022, The Company shows no signs of stopping down. It seems Kendall Street Is For Lovers Tour has begun to be a growing tradition in the state of Virginia, with a much welcomed 20 shows in 28 days to help kick off the new year!
This year the band is once again joined by a number of sponsors who will help bring the spirit of Virginia to all of the scheduled shows. Those include Virago Spirits, Bold Rock Hard Cider, Blue Ridge Seed and Blue Ridge Outdoors. Kendall Street Company will also host a “Drink With The Band” event at Virago Spirits’ space in Richmond on Saturday, January 21 at 6:00PM ET.
Virginia's Kendall Street Company are no strangers to having a wild time. The genre-fluid, eclectic rock ensemble has drawn varied comparisons to the dynamic jams of Umphrey's McGee and Widespread Panic, songwriting prowess of John Prine, experimental psychedelia of Pink Floyd, progressive jazz-infused rock of Frank Zappa, and off-color humor of Ween and They Might Be Giants. Including elements of crowd participation, off-the-cuff comedic bits, haphazard choreography, musical improvisation, and surprise musical guests, each Kendall Street Company concert is an experience unlike any other. You'll laugh, you'll cry. Just remember to stay hydrated.
In addition to their reputation as must-see live performers, the Company's prolific immunity to writer's block has led them to release over over 100 original songs between seven studio albums, two live albums, and four EPs in a period of just six years. 2023 will see the release of (at least) an additional two studio records, a handful of singles, and who knows what else! You can also enjoy a massive selection of live shows on nugs.net, which often include unreleased and improvised tracks, as well as covers ranging from the Grateful Dead to DEVO to Alanis Morisette to Soulja Boy.
Kendall Street Company is: Louis Smith [Rhythm Guitar/Lead Vox], Brian Roy [Bass], Ryan Wood [Drums], Ben Laderberg [Lead Guitar], and Jake Vanaman [Saxophone/Keys]. The five met at the University of Virginia, where they graduated between 2015 and 2020. For such a young band, their accomplishments are commendable. They have performed at festivals including Lockn', Summer Camp, High Sierra, Resonance, Floydfest, Some Kind of Jam, and Rooster Walk. Featured guest musicians at their sets have included Keller Williams, Ron Holloway, Andy Frasco, and Andy Hall. The Company has also shared the stage with Goose, Umphrey's McGee, Papadosio, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Leftover Salmon, the Infamous Stringdusters, Big Something and Melvin Seals & JGB. The outfit draws their name from late-night bonfires at the Kendall Street Beach on the Chesapeake Bay, and the good company who fueled the flames, the jams, and the conversation.
Get your tickets here and catch the Kendall Street Is For Lovers Tour in a town near you:
Tuesday, January 31, 2023 Blacksburg, VA Milk Parlor (Pre-Party)
Wednesday, February 1, 2023 Harrisonburg, VA Golden Pony
Thursday, February 2, 2023 Charlottesville, VA The Southern
Friday, February 3, 2023 Norfolk, VA Chicho’s Backstage
Saturday, February 4, 2023 Richmond, VA The Camel
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 Blacksburg, VA Milk Parlor
Wednesday, February 8, 2023 Harrisonburg, VA Golden Pony
Thursday, February 9, 2023 Charlottesville, VA The Southern
Friday, February 10, 2023 Virginia Beach, VA Bunker’s
Saturday, February 11, 2023 Richmond, VA The Camel
Tuesday, February 14, 2023 Blacksburg, VA Milk Parlor
Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Harrisonburg, VA Golden Pony
Thursday, February 16, 2023 Charlottesville, VA The Southern
Friday, February 17, 2023 Norfolk, VA Chicho’s Backstage
Saturday, February 18, 2023 Richmond, VA The Camel
Tuesday, February 21, 2023 Blacksburg, VA Milk Parlor
Wednesday, February 22, 2023 Harrisonburg, VA Golden Pony
Thursday, February 23, 2023 Charlottesville, VA The Southern
Friday, February 24, 2023 Virginia Beach, VA Bunker’s
Saturday, February 25, 2023 Richmond, VA The Broadberry
Tuesday, February 28, 2023 Blacksburg, VA Milk Parlor
Kendall Street Company, the dynamic jam band sensation, is gearing up to release their latest single, "Mister Funky Daddy," on April 26, 2024, as part of their highly anticipated monthly single release campaign for 2024.
Now that we have gotten those pleasantries out of the way, it is our distinct pleasure to introduce you to the legend: “Mister Funky Daddy.” This man (although this mortal title undermines his true legend status) is surely to raise the roof whenever he shows up to a party. So much that you will be telling stories of ensuing funky madness to your grandkid!
And so it goes….after countless years of conspiring between Kendall Street Company’s guitarist, Ben, and his nine-year-old niece Maddie Mawyer, the band knew the time had come to immortalize “Mister Funky Daddy” with a hit song. I do not think you have heard, or will ever hear anything quite like it. Radio stations and jukeboxes all over the world are already catching on to what’s sure to be the next big funk craze.
LISTEN TO THE SINGLE: https://ksc.ffm.to/MFD
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About Kendall Street Company:
Kendall Street Company is a dynamic and innovative music collective hailing from Charlottesville, VA. Known for their genre-bending sound and high-energy performances, the band has quickly gained recognition as one of the most exciting acts in the music industry today. Blending elements of rock, funk, jazz, and more, Kendall Street Company creates a vibrant and immersive musical experience that captivates audiences from all walks of life. With an impressive discography and a dedicated fan base, the band continues to push the boundaries of their craft and forge their own path in the world of music.
Kendall Street Company, the dynamic and innovative music collective, is thrilled to announce the release of their latest single, “Porridge,” as the August installment in their ambitious monthly single release campaign of 2024.
Following last month’s release of “Marijuana Timewarp,” a heavy psych-rock anthem, “Porridge” is another heavy, heady addition to KSC’s sonically-diverse catalog. Fans of Soundgarden, TOOL, Nine Inch Nails, and King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard will love the distorted guitar, pedal-effected and driving bass, and high-intensity drumming on the track.
Bassist Brian Roy, who also provides the lead vocals on “Porridge,” discusses the song’s composition: “We were set up to play at an underground rock club–literally underground–in Blacksburg, VA as part of a weekly residency and had some extra time before the end of soundcheck. I had joked about playing a Nine Inch Nails cover set on stage at the previous week’s show, which inspired me to mess around with my pedalboard and tone before breaking out a high-energy, driving riff. The band joined in, and I started singing the first thing that popped into my head: ‘The porridge is hot, the porridge is cold.’ If I remember correctly, another band member’s bisque had just come out of the kitchen, and as we all know, bisque is basically just a porridge where you replace the grain with lobster and charge twenty times as much. I guess you could also say it’s about how Goldilocks complains too much when she’s breaking and entering. We played the song live that very night, and it evolved a bit over the next few months before we inked it in the studio.”
“Porridge” will be available for streaming on all major platforms starting August 30, 2024. Fans can look forward to monthly releases every final Friday as part of KSC’s 2024 Singles Project. For more information on Kendall Street Company and their upcoming releases, visit www.kendallstreetcompany.com.
LISTEN TO THE NEW SINGLE HERE: http://ksc.ffm.to/porridge
Kendall Street Company Links:
Kendall Street Company is a dynamic and innovative music collective hailing from Charlottesville, VA. Known for their genre-bending sound and high-energy performances, the band has quickly gained recognition as one of the most exciting acts in the music industry today. Blending elements of rock, funk, jazz, and more, Kendall Street Company creates a vibrant and immersive musical experience that captivates audiences from all walks of life. With an impressive discography and a dedicated fan base, the band continues to push the boundaries of their craft and forge their own path in the world of music.
