THE SALOON HEADLINES 
FRIDAY LIVE @ THE FACTORY
DATE: 05.17.13
Summer Concert Series Every Friday in the Fountain Plaza at The NC Music Factory!!!
6 - 11pm
Advance tickets just $5 at The Saloon for CASH ONLY to avoid fees and handeling now!!!
You can purchase your tickets online at link below.
LITTLE BULL LEE & MODERN PRIMITIVES @ THE SALOON
DATE: 05.24.13
Little Bull Lee & Modern Primitives @ The Saloon
Starts @ 10pm
Little Bull Lee
http://littlebulllee.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Little-Bull-Lee/141601685903180?fref=ts
Modern Primitives
http://modernprimitives.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Modern-Primitives/148590145189191
FLESH AND STONE @ THE SALOON
DATE: 05.24.13
Flesh and Stone @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm.
We're a duo from Charlotte, NC that plays all original music. Won't you come see one of our shows? Your ears will thank you.
Biography:
Hi, we're Flesh & Stone, and we think that biographies can be a bit boring. Most band's bios consist of third person narratives about how original they are, how they'll be the "next big thing", et cetera, ad nauseum.
We like to keep it simple. Our names are Danny and April. No, one of us is not "Flesh" and the other "Stone". We play and write music because we couldn't stand it if we didn't. Sharing our music with people is the most fulfilling thing we can ever imagine doing, and we would love for you to have a listen.
There. Done
Description:
We create music for the love of making music, nothing else. We are a truly INDEPENDENT group, we have no record label, no promoter, no manager, no hype team, and no qualms about doing all the hard work ourselves.
Band Interests:
We are avid foodies as well as musicians, which means you can find us before or after a show checking out good places to eat in whatever city we find ourselves. We'll usually post where we're going on that show's event page, so feel free to join us for some conversation and a bite to eat!
Artists We Also Like:
Songs of Water, Harvest, Elbow, Damien Rice, Ani Difranco, VAST
JON LINKER BAND LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 05.25.13
Jon Linker Band LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
http://www.youtube.com/zepphead928
http://jonlinkerband.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/JonLinkerBand
Biography Born of the sand and clay of the Carolina Piedmont, the JLB is a homegrown conglomeration of rock, blues, folk, funk, and fun that is guaranteed to put a little air in your boots and a smile on your face
Description We're good...come see
Band Interests PBR
CHRIS SANCHEZ @ THE DECK
DATE: 05.25.13
Chris Sanchez will be performing live @ The Deck
Starts @ 10pm
Since sharing the stage with Ted Nugent, Styx and REO Speedwagon exciting things have been happening for Chris Sanchez and his band.
The Chris Sanchez band has been nominated for "Rock Band of the Year" (2012) and Chris has also been nominated at "Best Folk Artist" (2012) by the Charlotte Music Awards society and has been doing shows to packed houses in Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas including but not limited to Charleston, SC and Hilton Head Island.
Chris Sanchez is a Texas songwriter now based out of Charlotte, NC. Chris' fusion of Reggae, Blues, Alt. Country and basically anything roots is refreshing and fun. The music is eclectic yet recognizable.
Chris "cut his teeth" playing Blues, Rock and country in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex and surrounding area in venues large and small. Chris later spent three years in the Cayman Islands soaking up stories, rhymes and rhythm that profoundly impacted his songwriting and style.
FUNKTAPUSS LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 05.26.13
Funktapuss LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
http://www.funktapuss.com/MUSIC.html
www.facebook.com/FunktapussBand
Funktapuss is a five piece band based out of Cape Cod, MA. that throws down a whole new style of funk, soul, jazz, and hip-hop.
Biography:
As a live act, Funktapuss brings a dynamic energy to the stage which is enhanced by a complete and full sound with a huge emphasis on the ‘groove.’ With a 2+ hour live set and a repertoire of over 80 songs, the music of Funktapuss comprises original tunes and influences from such artists as Stevie Wonder, Parliament Funkadelic, Soulive, Maceo Parker, and Victor Wooten.
Funktapuss has entertained crowds of over 2000 at many of Cape Cod’s top venues and prides itself on being tight with a massive groove that will fill a dance floor.
Description:
What started as Purple Monkey Dishwasher in the late 90’s with the friendship of three young men has evolved into the energetic, high quality music of a five piece band known as Funktapuss.
“Rare and hard to come by…but when such talent finds its way together under the same roof, consider yourself lucky to be at the right place at the right time.” Laddie Durham, owner of Harry’s Cajun Bar & Grill, Hyannis, MA.
HEATHER LUTTRELL LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 05.27.13
Heather Luttrell LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 8pm.
http://www.facebook.com/HeatherLuttrellMusic
For nearly a decade now, Heather Luttrell has dedicated her life to sowing her music among the masses, cultivating a dedicated following from the ground up. Her mix of blues and Americana has been captivating fans since 2002, when she released her first album, “Drive It Like You Stole It.” Since then, Heather has built a loyal following with her soulful vocals, energetic guitar work, bring-the-house-down live shows and, always, a gracious Southern hospitality that makes fans feel like family. Heather fondly refers to her style of music as “BluesAmericanaFunkFolk” and connects with fans of artists such as Bonnie Raitt, Patty Griffin, John Prine, and Susan Tedeschi. As a songwriter, the 34-year-old Heather produces “music for the thinking drunk” and has gained a loyal following of fans who enjoy seeing her perform solo, with her father Ralph, or with the entire Possumden.
She has toured extensively, surrounding herself with a host of award-winning musicians and opening for the likes of Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Marshall Tucker Band, The GA Satellites, The Zach Brown Band, Dave Mason, Johnette Napolitano, Shawn Mullins, Alana Davis, Tift Merrit, Jakob Dylan, Over the Rhine, Angie Aparo, Amos Lee, Ryan Adams, Elton John, The Jon Butler Trio, Delbert McClinton, Richard Thompson, and Brandi Carlisle. In 2005, Heather became a contestant on Rock Star: INXS, an international reality show in which a variety of singers vied to become frontman (or frontwoman) for the seminal Australian-based rock and pop band. Heather made it to the top 15, but was eliminated in the middle rounds of the televised contest. While INXS’s music didn’t reflect the sentiment and sensibility of Heather’s own music, she chalks the it up as a life-changing learning experience. The show also exposed Heather to an even broader fan base – it was like fertilizer on an already fertile field. Most recently, Heather has thrown herself headlong into touring in support of her studio EP, "Pomegranate", and another full length live recording, "Live From the Kirkwood Public House." Some of the highlights of Heather’s latest flurry of touring has been her spots on the Lynyrd Skynyrd Cruise, the Kid Rock Cruise, and the Cayamo Cruise, where she played the same stage as Lyle Lovett, Patty Griffin, Darrell Scott, Buddy Miller, and The Indigo Girls.
Heather signed with Redglare Records in October of 2011, and her first full-length album on the label, “Possumdiva,” was released on October 12, 2012. The album features Heather and her band the Possumden, which includes Ralph Luttrell on the resonator, drummer Craig Henderson and bass/banjo player Emily Kate Boyd.
THE MORNING AFTER LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 05.29.13
The Morning After LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 8pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=5BBl8pGrGUI#%21
With Special Guest: The Royal Noise
http://www.theroyalnoise.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Royal-Noise/151096884940709
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEWS7uZ4GnYlWoLz6WN7q3mUjhDIxvdEg
http://www.reverbnation.com/theroyalnoise
The Morning After is a different kind of band. Imagine an eclectic Motown sound, fueled by bluegrass, dripping with soul with just a touch of latin and jazz and you'll get the idea. Lead vocalist, Rachel Koontz employs a commanding, soulful style reminiscent of the Motown sound of the 60's and 70's. Pattie "Pips" Hopkins adds a rich, soulful voice to balance Rachel's exactly and her soaring violin and fiddle abilities are the icing on the cake. The backline of Jamie Dawson on bass and Mike Rosado on drums evokes passion and soul, driving the band like Detroit steel. The Morning After is rounded out by virtuoso banjo and mandolin players Hank Smith and Shawn Chase who add intertwining melodies like a rich, musical conversation. Did you notice there's no mention of a guitar? They get it done without one. All together, The Morning After will entertain you with a high energy, eclectic mix of soul, rock, jazz, Latin and bluegrass that makes the audience insane for more!
SIMPLIFIED @ THE SALOON
DATE: 05.31.13
Simplified @ The Saloon
Simplified will be opening up for Friday Live @ The Fountain Plaza Stage and then bringing the party back to The Saloon later that night. Afterparty starts @10:30
JESSTA JAMES LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.01.13
Jessta James LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 8pm.
http://www.jesstajames.com/welcome.html
Jessta James may not be from the South, but the Montana native surely knows what country is. “Out here it’s about the cowboy way, ranching and rodeos,” country’s innovative new up and comer says.
With the release of his album, Time To Get Right, the rest of America will soon know how Jessta’s unique blend of country, rock and hip hop honors his country roots while advancing the genre to places just recently discovered.
“I’ve loved music for as long as I can remember,” Jessta, whose name is a play on the word “jester” aka an entertainer, admits. “Some of my earliest influences were from my parents. My dad listened to a lot of outlaw country—Willie, Waylon, Hank Jr. and Johnny Cash— when I was growing up, as well as classic country, rock and Southern rock.”
A late bloomer artistically, Jessta didn’t write his first song until he was 24 years old, but the bug quickly bit him and he was hooked. “I wrote probably 150 songs over a year and a half,” the former construction worker says. “If I had an idea while I was at work, I’d write it on a two by four or a piece of cardboard I’d ripped from a box of nails.”
While still working his day job, Jessta began performing around Montana, doing both his own shows and opening for national acts, all the while building a devoted following.
With the support of his then-girlfriend and now wife, Chandra, Jessta headed to the West Coast hoping to hone and find a home for his music. While he connected with both fans and the industry, Jessta didn’t believe his vision was being fulfilled.
There were other forces at work as well.
After a brief foray into the California music scene Jessta found his country connection in Atlanta-based songwriter and producer Dan Hannon. The two men immediately hit it off and the collaboration began. Together they wrote the song “If That Ain’t Country” and demoed it. “As soon as I heard it I said, ‘That’s the sound I’ve been looking for,’” Jessta recalls. “I found that sweet spot and it just clicked.”
Even though Jessta is country through and through, it wasn’t until he discovered artists such as Eric Church, Big & Rich and Brantley Gilbert, among others, that he realized his unique blend of country rock infused with hip hop, wild west and classic rock could find mainstream success. After all, today’s iPod generation of country fans are just as comfortable listening to Jason Aldean as Ludacris and Lynyrd Skynyrd. “They’ve paved the way for my music,” says Jessta. The realization further validated the work he was doing with Dan.
The pair continued writing songs and then took what they had to Nashville to record with Music City’s top musicians, including some that had played with Jessta’s heroes Hank Williams Jr. and Garth Brooks, among others.
The result is a collection of music that embodies Jessta’s genre-bending blend of country, rock and hip-hop with his Wild West upbringing.
The best country music comes from the heart and Jessta’s music is no different. The album’s title cut, “Time To Get Right,” was born out of the loss of his older brother, Matt, to a prescription drug addiction in 2006. “We were best friends,” says Jessta. “We were only 20 months apart.”
Jessta hopes the song will help others deal with the issue of addiction. “This song gives me the opportunity to tell Matt all the things I didn’t get to tell him,” Jessta says. “It’s a really powerful song for me, but I’ve found that when people hear the song they relate to it. Everybody at some level has dealt with addiction, whether it’s a family member or a friend or an acquaintance.”
Front and center in Jessta’s life is his Christianity, which is evident on his album. There are many references to his spirituality—both overt and subtle. “I always want my music to make an impact and share a message,” Jessta says. “I’ve always just done what God has put in my heart as far as writing songs. What I’ve found is that it’s reaching people no matter what their faith is. It’s not coming across to people as preachy, it’s coming across as real.”
“My faith and my family are the most important things with me,” he adds.
Fittingly, “Better Man” is a song that Jessta wrote about his relationship with his father as well as the relationship he’ll have with his own children as they grow up. “It’s about the values I want to instill in them,” he says.
He calls songs such as “Better Man” and “Time To Get Right,” “a window into my soul, who I am as a person.”
“If That Ain’t Country Song,” explains just who Jessta is. “It tells my story. Everyone told me ‘you can’t do that’,” he says of his vision to blend genres, “but it actually pushed me more. I don’t have to do what everyone else says.”
“Rock ‘n’ Roll Angel’,” which features country up-and-comer Dana King, is a tribute to Jessta’s wife and her dedication to his career. “A lot of people don’t think about the people at home who make this happen,” he says.
With a groundbreaking new album in is back pocket, Jessta is ready to share his music with the masses in a big way. “The live show is where the rubber meets the road,” says Jessta. “It’s where I connect with my fans. I want them to say, ‘that was worth going to see. I’m going to tell everyone I can about it.'"
“I’ve been given a gift to relate to a lot of people from a wide variety of backgrounds,” Jessta concludes. “I’m making music for everybody. Whether you’re 4-years-old or 84- years-old, you’re gonna love the music."
CALEB DAVIS @ THE DECK
DATE: 06.01.13
Caleb Davis will be rocking out on the patio "The Deck" tonight!!!
Starts @ 9:30pm
PUNCH LINE KID @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.04.13
Punch Line Kid @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
“I’m Cooling.” If you asked Big Greg how he was doing he’d be the first to tell you he’s cooling, which is a little ironic because this Raleigh native is heating up. But the “I’m cooling” mantra perfectly describes his laid back sound. The Punch Line Kid has been doing music since his parents put a drum in front of him when he was a little boy. Hip Hop came natural to him when in college freestyle sessions he would come up with the best punch lines that would create his moniker P.L.K. Big Greg is not your average hip hop artist, he is a musician. He incorporates hot lyrics, a laid back flow and dope hooks without using profanity and still he gets his point across.
Big Greg is a family man. He is the proud father of a baby boy who inspires him to go even harder than ever. He currently resides in Charlotte with his son and fiancée. His dedication to his craft comes from his life lessons and his ability to create music in a way that makes you feel good and that you can groove too. Lines like “The game on lock, you know I keyed that/I got something on me, you know I be strapped/and told a
couple lies but you best believe that,” tell you that he’s an Ill lyricist that’s not to be taken lightly. Songs like “My Child” and “Important” show you his diversity and his ability to articulate his love for his family in a way that his fans can enjoy.
P.L.K says he uses music to help him through life situations, and this holds true on his latest mix tape “Last Chance.” Big Greg is putting it all on the line with a New Baby, New Fiancée, and a New Deal with Manifest Music. He’s has his work cut out for him, but he’s up to the task. His style is for everyone, you will get a mix of everything you love about hip hop and Big Greg expects that his fans will be rapping his lyrics and singing his hooks for years to come. Bringing Greg into the (Legends of the City Entertainment)L.O.C. family seems like a perfect match because he is definitely on his way to becoming a Legend of the City.
LEADVILLE SOCIAL CLUB LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.06.13
Leadville Social Club LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 8pm.
Bob Graham has been writing songs for over 10 years......kept them in a sealed Dukes Mayo jar in the attic ..and with the encouragement of guitarist - music partner in crime Chris Edwards and long time Charlotte Song writer, musician Bill Noonan, he formed Leadville. Randy Saxon and Geoff White (both from David Childer & The Over Mountain Men) made up the original core of the group. As other players made their way in and out of the group (depending on the night) the "Social Club" label just seamed to fit the vibe. Currently, White, and Edwards are joined by veteran drummer Stuart Sullivan and bass player master Kory Dudley. Graham feels lucky to be having his songs brought out of the attic (And the mayo jar) into a life of their own..... Leadville aint about the destination, its about the Journey...and this "Social Club" has FUN.
Description:
Guitars,lap steel.banjo,mandolin,fiddle.sax.bass,drums, drive this machine. Music thats hard to "put in a box".
Band Interests:
Really?????? Paper Doll Lovers, Jellyroll, Staying in tune, Good strings, cold beer, GOOD sound man.
Artists We Also Like
Stones, Gourds,Clash,Cash, Richard Buckner,Howe Gelb,Walter Salas Humara/Silos,Bare Jr.
REPLICAS & TYLER BROWN @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.07.13
Indie Rock Takeover vol. 2
Replicas & Tyler Brown @ The Saloon
Starts @ 10 pm
Replicas
https://www.facebook.com/replicasnc?fref=ts
http://replicasband.bandcamp.com/album/replicas
Tyler Brown
https://www.facebook.com/tylerbrownmusic
http://tylerbrownmusic.com/
http://tylerbrown.bandcamp.com/
JESSTA JAMES LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.08.13
Jessta James LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 8pm.
http://www.jesstajames.com/welcome.html
Jessta James may not be from the South, but the Montana native surely knows what country is. “Out here it’s about the cowboy way, ranching and rodeos,” country’s innovative new up and comer says.
With the release of his album, Time To Get Right, the rest of America will soon know how Jessta’s unique blend of country, rock and hip hop honors his country roots while advancing the genre to places just recently discovered.
“I’ve loved music for as long as I can remember,” Jessta, whose name is a play on the word “jester” aka an entertainer, admits. “Some of my earliest influences were from my parents. My dad listened to a lot of outlaw country—Willie, Waylon, Hank Jr. and Johnny Cash— when I was growing up, as well as classic country, rock and Southern rock.”
A late bloomer artistically, Jessta didn’t write his first song until he was 24 years old, but the bug quickly bit him and he was hooked. “I wrote probably 150 songs over a year and a half,” the former construction worker says. “If I had an idea while I was at work, I’d write it on a two by four or a piece of cardboard I’d ripped from a box of nails.”
While still working his day job, Jessta began performing around Montana, doing both his own shows and opening for national acts, all the while building a devoted following.
With the support of his then-girlfriend and now wife, Chandra, Jessta headed to the West Coast hoping to hone and find a home for his music. While he connected with both fans and the industry, Jessta didn’t believe his vision was being fulfilled.
There were other forces at work as well.
After a brief foray into the California music scene Jessta found his country connection in Atlanta-based songwriter and producer Dan Hannon. The two men immediately hit it off and the collaboration began. Together they wrote the song “If That Ain’t Country” and demoed it. “As soon as I heard it I said, ‘That’s the sound I’ve been looking for,’” Jessta recalls. “I found that sweet spot and it just clicked.”
Even though Jessta is country through and through, it wasn’t until he discovered artists such as Eric Church, Big & Rich and Brantley Gilbert, among others, that he realized his unique blend of country rock infused with hip hop, wild west and classic rock could find mainstream success. After all, today’s iPod generation of country fans are just as comfortable listening to Jason Aldean as Ludacris and Lynyrd Skynyrd. “They’ve paved the way for my music,” says Jessta. The realization further validated the work he was doing with Dan.
The pair continued writing songs and then took what they had to Nashville to record with Music City’s top musicians, including some that had played with Jessta’s heroes Hank Williams Jr. and Garth Brooks, among others.
The result is a collection of music that embodies Jessta’s genre-bending blend of country, rock and hip-hop with his Wild West upbringing.
The best country music comes from the heart and Jessta’s music is no different. The album’s title cut, “Time To Get Right,” was born out of the loss of his older brother, Matt, to a prescription drug addiction in 2006. “We were best friends,” says Jessta. “We were only 20 months apart.”
Jessta hopes the song will help others deal with the issue of addiction. “This song gives me the opportunity to tell Matt all the things I didn’t get to tell him,” Jessta says. “It’s a really powerful song for me, but I’ve found that when people hear the song they relate to it. Everybody at some level has dealt with addiction, whether it’s a family member or a friend or an acquaintance.”
Front and center in Jessta’s life is his Christianity, which is evident on his album. There are many references to his spirituality—both overt and subtle. “I always want my music to make an impact and share a message,” Jessta says. “I’ve always just done what God has put in my heart as far as writing songs. What I’ve found is that it’s reaching people no matter what their faith is. It’s not coming across to people as preachy, it’s coming across as real.”
“My faith and my family are the most important things with me,” he adds.
Fittingly, “Better Man” is a song that Jessta wrote about his relationship with his father as well as the relationship he’ll have with his own children as they grow up. “It’s about the values I want to instill in them,” he says.
He calls songs such as “Better Man” and “Time To Get Right,” “a window into my soul, who I am as a person.”
“If That Ain’t Country Song,” explains just who Jessta is. “It tells my story. Everyone told me ‘you can’t do that’,” he says of his vision to blend genres, “but it actually pushed me more. I don’t have to do what everyone else says.”
“Rock ‘n’ Roll Angel’,” which features country up-and-comer Dana King, is a tribute to Jessta’s wife and her dedication to his career. “A lot of people don’t think about the people at home who make this happen,” he says.
With a groundbreaking new album in is back pocket, Jessta is ready to share his music with the masses in a big way. “The live show is where the rubber meets the road,” says Jessta. “It’s where I connect with my fans. I want them to say, ‘that was worth going to see. I’m going to tell everyone I can about it.'"
“I’ve been given a gift to relate to a lot of people from a wide variety of backgrounds,” Jessta concludes. “I’m making music for everybody. Whether you’re 4-years-old or 84- years-old, you’re gonna love the music."
TOBY RICHARDSON & KEEN SOCIETY @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.11.13
Toby Richardson & Keen Society @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
www.reverbnation.com/tobyrichardson
www.reverbnation.com/keensociety
SAMVEGA LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.13.13
Samvega LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 8pm
http://www.facebook.com/pages/samvega/129597754156?ref=ts
With Special Guest: Electric Bird Noise
http://www.silbermedia.com/ebn/
Samvega: an anxious sense of urgency in trying to find a way out of the meaningless cycle.
Samvega's energy of sound is a contagious chameleon. Making music on an art farm in the Napa Valley, where hippy minded residue still clings under yuppy clothing, created an apple that fell far from the tree. They are underground artists with DIY minds, breaking music into a subway of the subconscious that tantalizes the head like a crossword puzzle on a carousel. Dealing cards of self inspection,... moody angst, and soap box circus, they move along the underbelly in search of the world and take you along for the ride.
Lovers of the road, Samvega end their Fall CA-NYC-CA tour at the Hopmonk...with the best audience in the country!
*WARNING* Lending your head to Samvega may cause: -questions of society and self -involuntary dancing, twitching and/or head-bobbing -dreaming and/or screaming
In some cases there have been: -loss of self consciousness -hemorrhages of creativity -stimulation of mood.
*Additional studies are being conducted on the long term effects of Samvega on the brain.
ELECTRIC BIRD NOISE @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.13.13
Electric Bird Noise @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
With Special Guest: Samvega
http://www.samvega.com/home.cfm
Electric Bird Noise is South Carolina musician and producer Brian McKenzie (Sqwearl, Something About Vampires and Sluts, Dead Cut Tree). His blend of cinematic soundscapes and progressive pop has landed his music on multiple episodes of various shows on MTV, as well as scoring a number of independent films. His live show is unpredictable and always exciting. He has been known for antics such as forming choirs of 20 people or more, having an ever-changing set list; from performances of complete drone, to catchy pop, One show he actually never showed up, but still performed. It was a haze of smoke and noise, yet he was nowhere to be found. This mystique has kept people interested and entertained since EBN’s first record, Releasing The Inner Robot in 1999.
JON LINKER BAND LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.14.13
Jon Linker Band LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
http://reverbnation.com/jonlinkerband
http://www.youtube.com/zepphead928
http://jonlinkerband.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/JonLinkerBand
Biography Born of the sand and clay of the Carolina Piedmont, the JLB is a homegrown conglomeration of rock, blues, folk, funk, and fun that is guaranteed to put a little air in your boots and a smile on your face
Description We're good...come see
Band Interests PBR
CAMERAS, GUNS, & RADIOS @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.15.13
Cameras, Guns, & Radios @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
Biography:
Cameras, Guns, & Radios is delighted to have been nominated for the 2012 1,000 Miles Award for Favorite Lokal Song and Science Friction Award for Favorite New Lokal Band in Augusta, Georgia's Lokal Loudness music awards! We thank each fan who made this distinction possible!
Cameras, Guns, & Radios started in October 2011 when Bruce Skinner found Mark Janousek who was looking to start a fresh, original project.
Cameras, Guns, & Radios (CG&R) hails from Augusta, GA and is made up of 3 people compelled to write and play great rock music. CG&R is a hardworking band and strives to provide a great show in any environment from a mellow acoustic Art Studio to a full blown rock and roll blowout.
From the 1102 Bar & Grill in hometown Augusta to Nashville, Savannah, Athens, Asheville, Chapel Hill, and on the band is taking its sound across the Southeast. The influences of each member are slightly different, but combine to make tight, energetic rock and roll with a solid hook and big groove.
CG&R currently has two EP's (available on iTunes and Amazon): Jump In, and Wartorn and Windswept. The band is working on their first LP with remastered tracks from the first two EP's along with six brand new songs. These tracks can be heard and downloaded on facebook by searching at
http://www.facebook.com/cameras.guns.radios
www.camerasgunsandradios.com
We are always looking for new opportunities to play! Contact us via email: cameras.guns.radios@gmail.com or via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cameras.guns.radios
About the Band Members:
Bruce Skinner is the singer and guitarist for CG&R. Bruce's favorite drummer is Mark Janousek and his favorite bass player is Josh Taylor. Influences include Foo, AC/DC, U2, Pearl Jam, the Police. Playing and writing music remains a healthy addiction.
Josh Taylor plays bass. CG&R is the second band he's played bass for after the breakup of the Augusta band Rooftop Harbor. Josh brings various backgrounds of music to the mix adding some groove to CG&R's sound.
Mark Janousek is the drummer and founding member. He has a long history of playing drums that started in 1984. His experience started in concert orchestra playing everything from snare, bass, timpani, and percussion. He then moved on as a marching drummer playing cymbals, bass drum, snare drum, and quad toms. Over the last decade Mark has played with numerous bands and musicians in the Augusta area. Bands he has played with include Pharmacy/Polar Exes, Another Poorhouse Gypsy, philo, Doc Crosshair, and Diezel. His influences include greats such as Chad Smith, Morgan Rose, Neil Peart, Dave Grohl, Flea, and Johnny Cash. Mark also has experience in managing bands and has become fluent in promotions, booking, and planning.
Description:
Augusta, GA based rock band.
Artists We Also Like:
Foo Fighters, Pearl Jam, Queens of the Stone Age, Mann Ray, Artemia, The Atom Blonde, False Flag, Funk You, Jesup Dolly....
2013 POP ROCK & COUNTRY EXTRAVAGANZA
DATE: 06.15.13
2013 Pop Rock & Country Extravaganza
Starts @ 1pm
For More info contact:
globalentertainmentusa74@gmail.com or jmccoy1224@gmail.com
Be on the look for commercials on MTV, MTV2, VH1 & The Country Channel! Radio sopts will be released soon!
JOEDANCE FILM FESTIVAL @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.16.13
The Joedance Film Festival was established August 2010, to support Rare Pediatric Cancer Research and Clinical Trials at Levine Children's Hospital.
http://www.joedance.org/
https://www.facebook.com/JoedanceFilmFestival
Starts @ 4pm
Description
Joe was diagnosed in 2006 with osteosarcoma in his left leg . After a leg salvaging surgery, two different rounds of chemotherapy protocols and four lung surgeries he passed away in January 2010 at the age of 20.
He managed through all of his treatments to graduate as a member of the Cum Laude Society with high honors from The McCallie School in Chattanooga, TN. He was on the swim team, Captain his senior year, a Resident Advisor and received the second highest honor awarded to a graduating senior: The Campbell Award. Joe graduated with his class in 2008 while in treatment for his cancer. He went on to attend the University of Pennsylvania for one semester until his cancer recurred in December of 2008. His dream was to be a PhD, MD.
When his cancer recurred in 2008 he withdrew from UPenn and embarked on his adventures between surgeries. He learned to sail a 48 foot sailboat, traveled to visit friends and took on a six week backpacking trip in Europe. His travels brought him home in September of 2009 when he made one more trip to McCallie for his last chapel talk and farewell to the school he loved. The chapel was filled with family and friends as well as the staff and students of McCallie.
He established the Joe Restaino Bone Cancer Walk at The McCallie School, which continues to raise money for rare pediatric cancers research, specifically sarcomas, blastomas and brain tumors, at Levine Children's Hospital in Charlotte, NC.
In 2010 his family established the Joedance Film Festival in his memory to further support rare pediatric cancers research that are poorly funded.
Your donation is greatly appreciated and will directly benefit the Carolinas Kids Cancer Research Fund which is dedicated to advance Phase I and Phase II Clinical Trials at Levine Children's Hospital and provide the most advanced treatment to children of the Carolinas.
They are also announcing the Film Selections for Joedance Film Festival at the event.
TINY CITY @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.19.13
Tiny City @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
With Special Guest:
Morrowville
morrowville.bandcamp.com
Turf War
https://soundcloud.com/turf-war-1/sets/the-great-escape-ep-1
Tiny City makes rock and roll. They released their self-titled debut album in 2010, and a collection of demos called "Don't Stop" in 2011. They released the "Sympathetic Lovers EP" in February 2013.
TURF WAR @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.19.13
Turf War @ The Saloon
Starts @ 8pm
With Special Guest:
Tiny City
http://www.tinycitymusic.com
Morrowville
morrowville.bandcamp.com
Turf War
Formed as a bedroom recording project by singer/guitarist John Robinson in 2008, Turf War became a full band in mid-2009 and began to grow a local following in their hometown of Augusta, GA before moving to Atlanta. Their style is gritty, Southern-tinged indie punk rock, with major influences from The Replacements, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Bruce Springsteen, and 60 years of rock and roll. Following two years of touring, Turf War’s debut album "Years Of Living Dangerously" was released on Old Flame Records in October 2011 with production by Ian St Pé of The Black Lips. The album's single "Cheers To The Years" made its way to Sirius XMU rotation shortly after release and was featured in Season 3 of Showtime's Shameless. 2012 held for a major influx of live shows for Turf War, touring the southeast, midwest, and east coast, with festival stops at Fun Fun Fun Fest, Savannah Stopover, Governors Ball Music Festival, and Firefly Festival. They will release the first single "Born To Run Free" off their new EP, The Great Escape, on April 2nd via Converse and hit the road the week after. Catch Turf War on their headline tour this April across the southeast with more spring & summer tour announcements coming soon.
DR.CIRKUSTIEN LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.20.13
Dr.Cirkustien LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
http://www.reverbnation.com/rpk/drcirkustien
With Special Guest:
Shot Silk and Fire Marshal Bill
Born on the Westside of Charlotte, NC, Dr.Cirkustien was grown for the strange purpose of self expression and mind expansion. The members of this quintet have been playing music in various combinations together for over 15 years, with recent addition of guitarist, the Almighty Satan. A mixture of jazz, reggae and dub rhythms, the melodic and manic experimental dark minor key musings of the ebonies and ivories, covered in a layer of lyrical cynical sacred sarcasm, they have torn the fabric of passe over-played genre music. The lyrical content leans toward the colorful and explicit. The music delves from the lighthearted to intense, truly bring together many, if not all, musical flavors.
COLBY DOBBS BAND LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.21.13
Colby Dobbs Band LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 10pm
http://www.colbydobbsband.com/
http://www.youtube.com/colbydobbsband
http://www.twitter.com/colbydobbsband
Colby Dobbs Band (CDB) is quickly generating buzz with its original mix of piano-driven, jazz-influenced pop songs, complete with punchy vocals and catchy hooks. Formed in 2010 by singer/keyboardist Colby Dobbs after an attempt to record a solo album with studio musicians, Dobbs found chemistry and musicianship in Dan Lawlor (drums), David J. Sentendrey (bass) and Matt Szytber (guitar) – with each adding their own sound to the collective. Between CDB's members, there is a wide array of musical influences, ranging from classic artists like Steely Dan and Stevie Wonder to more current pop acts like Jamiroquai and Maroon 5. CDB's central focus is and always has been good songwriting and precise musicianship, which has led to the band developing a sound that is truly unique for their time and place. “We think the songs are certainly the most important thing. I think at the end of the day, most people love good songs and truly appreciate them,” Dobbs says. Considered one of the best bands in North Carolina by the influential music reviewers Live Limelight, CDB released their full-length debut album “The Great Unknown" in June 2012, which is now available for purchase/download worldwide
DANIEL ELLSWORTH & THE GREAT LAKES @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.22.13
Daniel Ellsworth & the Great Lakes @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
http://www.sonicbids.com/danielellsworthandthegreatlakes
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PI_SViIJhsk
http://www.facebook.com/danielellsworthandthegreatlakes
We are hard at work on our new album. Get our EP, Live At Audiotree, available for FREE download at http://www.noisetrade.com/danielellsworthmusic
Biography
***Featured on Amazon's Top 100 Songs & Albums Of 2011 and 2012***
They never look the same at the end of their set; a pair of hip horn-rimmed glasses breaks in half, buttons become undone, and their once slicked-back hair is simply not anymore. But they wouldn’t be themselves if it were any other way; they thrive when they render themselves void of energy, and humbly hope it rubs off on the kids... in the crowd, too.
They are Daniel Ellsworth & The Great Lakes. To see them live is to experience the crux of who they are: A high-energy indie rock band dead set on producing the best live sound they know how. And boy, do they know how.
After well-deserved accolades from music blog ‘Consequence of Sound’ for their 2012 CMJ showcases, DE&TGL are gaining momentum as a band you should go to bat for. “Even at two in the morning, on guitarist Timon Lance’s birthday, during their fifth CMJ showcase [in three days], they played their hearts out in pure joy,” says Ben Kaye of Consequence of Sound.
From the source, their songs are: “rock songs, heavy and dark, light-hearted and danceable, observational and introspective,” says guitarist Timon Lance. “We thrive on our songs sounding like DE&TGL,” says bassist Marshall Skinner. And just so you get how much emotional, mental and physical energy spent in one set, drummer Joel Wren points out, “There's a point in the middle of every show when one of us turns to someone else and says, ‘I think I might die’,” and there you have it.
Formed in 2010 in Nashville, Tennessee, the group released their first full-length studio album, Civilized Man, in 2011. Recorded and co-produced with Mark Nevers (Andrew Bird, Bonnie “Prince” Billy, Lambchop), Civilized Man was listed in the top 100 albums of 2011 by Amazon, with the pop-rock single “Shoe Fits” debuting at number seven on Amazon’s top 100 songs of 2011.
“Apparently nobody told Daniel Ellsworth that when you drop your first full-length, it’s not supposed to be a greatest hits record... this sounds like a cross between Jack White and M. Ward, and those guys are about three sips of absinthe away from total wizardry. Seriously, this will be my highest rated review. Go. Buy. The. Record.” says Wells Adams of Brite Revolution.
With performances at CMJ Music Fest, Daytrotter, Audiotree Live, OurVinyl, and just being named Deli Magazine's Top Emerging Band In Nashville - DE&TGL are spreading their brand of genre-spanning rock with love and care, and a cannonball of sound… all resulting in broken eyeglasses, unkempt hair, and a damn good time.See More
Description
Check out our full-length album, Civilized Man here: http://amzn.to/YG3m83
Band Interests
Daniel: Deer wearing top hats
Timon: Raccoons wearing western shirts
Joel: Baby animals of any kind
Marshall: Pumas wearing pumas
SPIRIT SYSTEM @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.23.13
Spirit System @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
https://www.facebook.com/SpiritSystem
With Special Guest:
Me Versus I
https://www.facebook.com/meversusi?fref=ts
The Artwork Of
https://www.facebook.com/meversusi?fref=ts
Spirit System was established in late 2012 when Eric Gilstrap (Telltale/Clouder/Elevator Action) left Brooklyn for his native NC in search of his longtime collaborator Laurie Ruroden (Telltale/Elevator Action). Interested in pursuing unfinished ideas and eager to explore new sonic horizons, the duo's complicity came naturally and soon bedroom demos came to light. Within a few short weeks the recordings attracted the attention of NC perennial, Marty Rogers (Love Craft/Japan Air/Wilde Blood). Intrigued by the duo's use of ecstatic reverb, unnatural distortions and a knack for cavernous vocal hooks, Marty helped speed up the transformation of Spirit System from recording duo to a full band. Fast Forward >>> After the debut performance, Multi-instrumentalist Jacob Leonard (Economy/Dark Prophet, Tongueless Monk/Wilde Blood) joined the band, adding textural electronic treatments to Spirit System's already snowballing canyon of sound. Fiercely independent and unhindered by sensational trends, Spirit System find themselves drenched in gloomy psych/wave with post-punk machinations ...together in the merciful dark.
"WE ARE BROTHERS TOUR" @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.23.13
"WE ARE BROTHERS TOUR" @ The Saloon
Me Versus I, The Artwork Of and special guest Spirit System
ME VERSUS I
https://www.facebook.com/meversusi?fref=ts
Bio:
In June of 2010, five friends formed a musical act in a storage unit in Glassboro NJ, writing music spanning genres such as post-hardcore, melodic hardcore, mathcore and many more. They named themselves ME VERSUS I, a combination of different musical stylings that both contradicts and compliments the local scene. Known widely for their hectic and lively stage presence, ME VERSUS I strives to set themselves apart from the rapidly decaying and played-out music scene of southern NJ to offer a taste of late 1990‘s/early 2000‘s post-hardcore with a more modern twist. With a repertoire spanning over 2 years, ME VERSUS I continues to shock and awe audiences along the northeast with their passionate stage displays and forceful crowd connection that leaves venue-goers with a performance they won’t soon forget.
THE ARTWORK OF
https://www.facebook.com/theartworkof?ref=ts&fref=ts
Bio:
Has become a well known sentiment underground...and it is not a bad thing at all. Since their debut in 2011 The Artwork Of, or as some call them TAO, has continued to leave their mark on the Hardcore, Punk, and Metal scenes hitting the road for the first time this past summer on a self financed northeast tour to support their debut EP, "Hipster Couch," which was released in May and brand new demo entitled "Derek's Coming," that was released 3 weeks later.For TAO it is all about the live performance. They are known for amazing displays of energy, charisma, and gallons upon gallons of sweat every show.
Spirit System
http://spiritsystem.bandcamp.com/
Spirit System was established in late 2012 when Eric Gilstrap (Telltale/Clouder/Elevator Action) left Brooklyn for his native NC in search of his longtime collaborator Laurie Ruroden (Telltale/Elevator Action). Interested in pursuing unfinished ideas and eager to explore new sonic horizons, the duo's complicity came naturally and soon bedroom demos came to light. Within a few short weeks the recordings attracted the attention of NC perennial, Marty Rogers (Love Craft/Japan Air/Wilde Blood). Intrigued by the duo's use of ecstatic reverb, unnatural distortions and a knack for cavernous vocal hooks, Marty helped speed up the transformation of Spirit System from recording duo to a full band. Fast Forward >>> After the debut performance, Multi-instrumentalist Jacob Leonard (Economy/Dark Prophet, Tongueless Monk/Wilde Blood) joined the band, adding textural electronic treatments to Spirit System's already snowballing canyon of sound. Fiercely independent and unhindered by sensational trends, Spirit System find themselves drenched in gloomy psych/wave with post-punk machinations ...together in the merciful dark.
WRECKING BALL LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.27.13
Wrecking Ball LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 8pm
Wrecking Ball is: Marie Reid – Vocals, Acoustic Guitar Brian Doell – Bass Guitar Scott McLaughlin – Drums, Percussion Douglas Barnhill – Electric Guitars, Mandotar BAND BIO’S: MARIE REID - Charlotte Music Awards 2010 Folk Artist of the Year Marie’s daughter used to ask what her favorite color was. And the answer was something like, "Please don't make me choose just one!" Marie views music that way as well. “My tastes are eclectic at best”. Drawing upon the playing styles she was raised around – or as she puts it “the styles of music that raised me!” Artists such as Emmylou Harris, Linda Ronstadt, Gordon Lightfoot, Crosby Stills N&Y, Bonnie Raitt, Bach, Rhapsody in Blue and the poetry of The Raven were inescapable influences. Born and raised in Southwest Virginia, Marie now calls Mooresville, NC home. “My intent is to provide quality entertainment through my passion for good writing”. I have had the good fortune of playing with some incredibly talented musicians and absolutely love collaboration. This is a fun, but mature set with selections that speak to the heart - stories that paint the American experience in song - stories we can all relate to. BRIAN DOELL - Bass Guitar. Brian began his musical journey as a drummer in western Canada, eventually migrating down to the Pacific Northwest and then North Carolina. Through it all he's played with a myriad of different bands encompassing a bunch of different styles, including some that actually qualify as "listenable." In keeping with his diverse musical tastes (which came from his parents' extensive record collection), he started branching out and became a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, playing bass, guitar, and piano in addition to drumming. He's built his own sizable record collection over the years, and will discuss it (and music history in general) without ceasing if you let him. He has no regrets in his life as a musician. Except for that one time... SCOTT MCLAUGHLIN - Scott McLaughlin has the felt lure of rhythm from an early age. During his years, he has played drums and percussion for various “dog and pony shows”, symphony orchestras, rhythm and blues revues, jazz combos, and rock bands all which helped to develop a unique percussive style based on deep groove and sonic exploration. As a composer, Scott has composed music for film, television, dance troupes, parades and we’re not sure why but yes – even puppet shows. Scott has just completed drum tracks for Rebecca Rippy’s third album release slated for fall 2012. DOUGLAS BARNHILL - Guitarist, songwriter, producer. Former member of Barn Hill Station which gained critical acclaim in the Southeast and was featured on the United State of Americana Vol. 2 released by Shuteye Records in 2005, Douglas has co-written various songs and toured with Film and TV staple writer Vaughan Penn. Recorded and toured with the incredibly talented Rebecca Rippy 2009-2011. Currently he is placing songs through Iron Sink Media based in Hollywood Ca. and has produced several indie artists out of North Carolina. Douglas and Marie are currently writing the original material for Wrecking Ball also produced by Barnhill. Douglas has endorsement deals with Godin/Seagull Guitars out of Canada and TEO Guitars (mandotar).
HEYWIRE @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.29.13
Heywire @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
http://www.myspace.com/heywiremusic
http://www.reverbnation.com/heywire
Original Roots Rock, Southern Funk, & Americana!
Biography:
Heywire reinvents the sounds of Southeastern American music with their original brand of Roots Rock. Their original songs pull from their love of rock, funk, blues, soul, jazz, country, and bluegrass. Heywire has toured all over the Southeast, honing their live show along the way. They have worked every type of crowd in every type of room from New Orleans to their hometown of Charlotte. They are known by fans and venue owners alike for having handcrafted shows, full of energy, crowd interaction, and special guests.
Heywire can easily adjust it setup to fit your individual needs. They are available as full band electric, full band acoustic, or as acoustic duo for all venues including music halls, festivals, bars, special events, corporate functions, and private parties.
Heywire has performed with The Marshall Tucker Band, Bela Fleck & the Flecktones, The North Mississippi Allstars, Moe., Keller Williams, Cross Canadian Ragweed, Lucinda Williams, Railroad Earth, and The Bluedogs. They have also shared the stage with regional favorites such as Col. Bruce, Anders Osbourne, The Lee Boys, Afromotive, Soulgrass Rebellion, Tishamingo, Simplified, New Familiars, Zach Deputy, Speakeasy, and many others.
Promotion is paramount. 11x17 posters are provided weeks in advance. Full use is also made of social networking, radio, local nightlife publications & websites.
PRESS QUOTES:
"The diversity fuses well into something of its own. Solid harmonies, splashes of banjo and acoustic guitars and moments of flashy electric guitar solos show the depth in songwriting." - JEFF HAHNE, CREATIVE LOAFING
“[You] will find a lot to like in Heywire.” - ROANOKE TIMES
Band Interests:
Gettin' people's rocks off with great music!
THE WARDEN AND FAME LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 07.02.13
The Warden and FAME LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
Hip-Hop/Reggae/Rock group from the sunny shores of Long Island, NY
Biography
The Warden and F.A.M.E. are a Hip-Hop/Reggae/Rock group based out of Bay Shore, NY. They formed in early 2010 since then have exploded onto the Long Island music scene. They have played at over 20 venues across Long Island and NYC including top names such as: Arlene's Grocery, The Emporium, Tammany Hall, Vibe Lounge, Ollie's Point/Revolution, The Nutty Irishman (both locations), The Crazy Donkey, ...The Knitting Factory, The Bitter End, Southpaw, The Paramount & historic Gramercy Theatre, to name a few. TWAF also have performed at The 2011 Bamboozle Festival at Met Life Stadium and The 2012 Bamboozle Festival in Asbury Park, NJ. We have also supported nationally touring bands, most notably, The Dirty Heads (The Paramount), Passafire (Gramercy Theatre), Badfish (The Emporium), George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic (The Emporium), Three Legged Fox (The Studio at Webster Hall) & Ballyhoo! (Gramercy Theatre).
The Warden and F.A.M.E. have released their debut EP "Down to Funk" in Summer 2010 and plan on releasing their follow up EP, "Coolin'" in Spring 2013. The hit singles "Summertime", "Get My Roll On" and "The Weekends Here" have been rapidly bouncing around the internet and online stores for months. The Warden and F.A.M.E.'s melodies and original new Hip-Hop/Reggae combination is a sound that is indescribable. You have to HEAR it and SEE it to BELIEVE it. This band is the sound the music scene has been lacking for years!!
Description
"As a genre-infused hip-hop reggae rock band, The Warden and F.A.M.E. from Bay Shore formed in 2010 and have since taken the scene by storm. As long as they play all year long, summer never leaves the island."
- Anthony Dobrini, Long Island Press, May 2012
http://www.longislandpress.com/2012/05/17/long-island-bands-gets-a-break-at-bamboozle/
... “Check out this interview of The Warden and F.A.M.E. by Verizon FIOS MyLITV after their performance at Vibe Lounge this past July!!”
- Rick Eberle, Verizon FIOS MyLITV Rising Stars, July 2011
http://www.mylitv.com/view_video.php?viewkey=dd2108188fb7bf8aa5b3&page=1&viewtype&category=mr
"We’re not only excited for The Dirty Heads tonight but our first local band opening for them! The Warden and Fame is a Bay Shore based band that formed a little over a year ago....We’re super stoked to have them join us on our stage tonight! They’re the first of many local acts to join us at The Paramount, setting up our promise to promote music for LI!"
- The Paramount NY Tumblr, October 2011
http://www.tumblr.com/tagged/the-warden-and-fame
LES RACQUET @ THE SALOON
DATE: 07.03.13
Les Racquet @ The Saloon
https://www.facebook.com/LesRacquet1
Starts @ 9pm
With Special Guest:
The JackKnife Barbers
www.mattstache.com
Yaddatu
http://www.yaddatu.com
Les Racquet [less rak-it]
Patrick Carroll (Guitar, Lead Vox)
Kenny Murphy (Bass Guitar, Vox)
Daniel Malone (Drums, Vox)
Les Racquet (formed in Nov. 2010) is a Brooklyn, NY based indie rock power trio with three-part vocal harmonies and virtuosic musicianship. The trio performs songs that pique the interest of learned musicians and mainstream listeners alike.
The group conveys energy and vitality on stage by unleashing bursts of rock n’ roll improv around intimate vocal moments. The members of the youthful trio are musically learned beyond their years, allowing them the ability to move between classic and worldly genres while adding their own contemporary edge to each style.
Les Racquet follows the belief that being on stage is a privilege. The band respects the diversity of individual tastes and prides itself on an ability to entertain fans from all backgrounds.
Discography:
"Les Racquet" released May 2011, available on iTunes
"Be Water My Friend" released January 2012, available at lesracquet.bandcamp.com
REDEMPTION @ THE SALOON
DATE: 07.06.13
Redemption @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
Redemption is a Reggae/Rock/Ska/Hip Hop band coming from the coast of North Carolina in a town they call Wilmington. They have played with such acts as, "The Wailers, Fortunate Youth, Tribal Seeds, Ballyhoo!, The Supervillians, Echo Movement, and many more! Follow and become a fan! New CD coming Summer of 2013!
JEREMY DAVIS OF ELONZO LIVE!!! @ THE DECK @ THE SALOON
DATE: 06.21.13
Jeremy Davis of Elonzo LIVE!!! @ The Deck @ The Saloon
Starts @ 10pm
http://www.elonzo.com
http://www.myspace.com/elonzomusic
LIKE LEGENDS & MAD ANTHONY @ THE SALOON
DATE: 07.10.13
Like Legends @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
With Special Guest:
Mad Anthony
http://madanthony.bandcamp.com/releases
"Them Vs Us" Out Now On iTunes, Spotify, Amazon MP3, Google Play, and Xbox Zune!
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/them-vs-us-ep/id607210123
We pour our heart and soul into our music. That's all you need to know about us. Enjoy.
Biography:
Like Legends is six piece post-hardcore band from central New Jersey. Working hard to pour their hearts and souls into music they can be proud of. This family started making music together in April of 2011, playing show after show and perfecting their craft. Dedicated and stopping at nothing to achieve their dreams, the bands first EP "Them Vs Us" recorded by Johnny Franck (Ex. Attack Attack!) is out now and available on Bandcamp, iTunes, Spotify, Amazon MP3, Google Play, and Xbox Zune!
Description:
We're a six piece band from South Brunswick/Princeton, New Jersey.
Our newest EP "Them Vs Us" is out now! Pick it up at
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/them-vs-us-ep/id607210123
Band Interests:
Wawa, Hoagie Haven, Playing Shows, Living Life.
Artists We Also Like:
A Lot - We all have different likes
TRAVERSER @ THE SALOON
DATE: 07.11.13
Traverser @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
https://www.facebook.com/Traverserband
Traverser opens the floodgates of creative, intense and contemplative alternative rock on unsuspecting audiences at every performance. Formed in 2004 by David Medairos (guitars/vocals), Robert Spence (bass guitar) and David Shaw (drums), three friends imagined a style of music that carried true and honest weight both in concept and execution. In late 2010 Traverser announced the addition of former 7 Blue Skies guitarist Jon Shaffer as a permanent member of the band and began touring rigorously.
Since its inception, Traverser has consistently and relentlessly gained the respect of concert goers and fellow musicians alike, challenging audiences with engaging live performances and creative presentation. Traverser has been featured at WJRR's Earthday Birthday, Florida Music Festival, Hard Rock Live, House Of Blues, and several special events for EA Games Tiburon video game design studio. Supporting acts like Eye Empire, Karnivool, Days Of The New, Pop Evil, My Darkest Days, and Taproot, and with over 150 shows covering the eastern US since 2011, Traverser's unique mix of progressive, alternative rock and metal continues to place them in a genre all their own.
Traverser is currently touring in support of their second self-produced release; Redshift. With over 1,000 copies sold independently.
Traverser endorsements and sponsors include the following:
Fryette Amplifaction
Saluda Hand Crafted Cymbals
In Earz Audio Monitors (Fisher Hearing Technologies)
Rock Pink
Artists We Also Like:
Porcupine Tree, Tool, Textures, Protest The Hero, Deftones...
GULLEY @ THE SALOON
DATE: 07.12.13
Gulley @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
Rock music
Biography:
What is Gulley? Gulley is where Woodstock ‘69 and 1990s college rock intersect.
In early Spring 2012, Gulley released its first EP Keep the Change. This six song production is available to download via BandCamp.com, Reverb Nation, and iTunes and streaming on Spotify. Gulley’s debut album is now in the developing stages.
Description:
We play rock music.
Band Interests:
Tone, Arizona Iced Tea, vehicles with lots of cargo space, and jailbreaking iPods.
PAN @ THE SALOON
DATE: 07.17.13
PAN @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
Seamlessly blending contemplative, anthemic songwriting with pop accessibility, PAN writes epic, instrumental music that aims to transcend the post-rock genre. Thunderous guitars collide with percussive orchestral swells creating a memorable soundtrack for the young and young-at-heart.
PAN released their debut EP, Post Rock Is Not Dead, in 2011. Their full-length followup, These Are the Things I Love and I Want to Share Them With You was completed in spring 2012 and was made available as a limited release. The album was released nationwide on August 28, 2012 via Post-Echo.
COLBY DOBBS BAND LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 07.19.13
Colby Dobbs Band LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 10pm
http://www.colbydobbsband.com/
http://www.youtube.com/colbydobbsband
http://www.twitter.com/colbydobbsband
Colby Dobbs Band (CDB) is quickly generating buzz with its original mix of piano-driven, jazz-influenced pop songs, complete with punchy vocals and catchy hooks. Formed in 2010 by singer/keyboardist Colby Dobbs after an attempt to record a solo album with studio musicians, Dobbs found chemistry and musicianship in Dan Lawlor (drums), David J. Sentendrey (bass) and Matt Szytber (guitar) – with each adding their own sound to the collective. Between CDB's members, there is a wide array of musical influences, ranging from classic artists like Steely Dan and Stevie Wonder to more current pop acts like Jamiroquai and Maroon 5. CDB's central focus is and always has been good songwriting and precise musicianship, which has led to the band developing a sound that is truly unique for their time and place. “We think the songs are certainly the most important thing. I think at the end of the day, most people love good songs and truly appreciate them,” Dobbs says. Considered one of the best bands in North Carolina by the influential music reviewers Live Limelight, CDB released their full-length debut album “The Great Unknown" in June 2012, which is now available for purchase/download worldwide
JON LINKER BAND LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 07.20.13
Jon Linker Band LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
http://reverbnation.com/jonlinkerband
http://www.youtube.com/zepphead928
http://jonlinkerband.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/JonLinkerBand
Biography Born of the sand and clay of the Carolina Piedmont, the JLB is a homegrown conglomeration of rock, blues, folk, funk, and fun that is guaranteed to put a little air in your boots and a smile on your face
Description We're good...come see
Band Interests PBR
LIONZ OF ZION @ THE SALOON
DATE: 07.26.13
LIONZ OF ZION @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
http://www.thelozband.com/
www.facebook.com/lionzofzion
www.reverbnation.com/thelionzofzion
www.youtube.com/thelozband1
What Are People Saying about the LOZ:
"...its not tequila that makes girls clothes fall off, its the LionZ of Zion"
-Matthew Mattman Harris (Rise Guys Morning Show/93.3 The Planet)
It's hard not to be impressed with the tight musicianship of the Lionz of Zion. With a fresh, original sound that incorporates soul, funk and reggae, the Greenville-based outfit appears destined to be a vital part of the regional jam and modern-rock circuits for years to come. -GoUpstate.com
"Hi Guys, I really enjoyed your music. A very interesting genre mix. Thanks for letting me listen" -Jack Douglas- Legendary Music Producer
"The LOZ has that special mixture of great songs and infectious stage presence that will keep people coming out and jamming with them for years to come" -Marcus Suarez -Whitestone Studios Producer/Engineer
"The Lionz Of Zion preformed on FOX Rocks as part of a new summer music series on WHNS-TV. Their fusion of Funk and Reggae was a completely unique and fresh sound. The combination of Josh and his soulful vocals, Daniel’s blazing guitar work, Hootie’s up and down the bass riffs, and Ryan, aka Dr. Love Beats smokin’ drums, you get a special live performance that rocks the house. Close your eyes and feel the music breez’in." -Clark Smith -FOX 21
"I think this is one of the best bands s.c. has putout in years ,it universally appeals to ones earhole."- Mick Minchow Owner Ground Zero Music Venue
"Lionz of Zion are original, funky, fusion and not to mention cute" Heidi Aiken B93.7 WFBC FM
Biography:
Blurring the lines of genre, the Lionz of Zion (LOZ) have created an exciting eclectic sound that blends individual musical styles from each of the five LOZ artists’ diverse backgrounds. With strong influences ranging from rock, reggae, funk, blues, and R&B, LOZ ignites into a smokey, funky feel-good kinda’ jam band that draws a broad spectrum of devoted fans who keep coming back for more.
The L...
Company Overview
Musicianship is paramount for us. We like to make sure our music is tight and as original as our brains can make it. We strive on putting together musically and physically explosive shows. Love groovin' and dancin'? Come join the pride.
JEREMY DAVIS OF ELONZO LIVE!!! @ THE DECK @ THE SALOON
DATE: 08.03.13
Jeremy Davis of Elonzo LIVE!!! @ The Deck @ The Saloon
Starts @ 10pm
http://www.elonzo.com
http://www.myspace.com/elonzomusic
DE-EVOLUTIONARIES @ THE SALOON
DATE: 08.01.13
De-Evolutionaries @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
https://www.reverbnation.com/deevolutionaries
https://www.facebook.com/pages/De-Evolutionaries/343855685734617?fref=ts
Acoustic folk act from Augusta Ga
THE TRAFFIC JAM BAND LIVE!!! @ THE SALOON
DATE: 08.02.13
The Traffic Jam Band LIVE!!! @ The Saloon
Starts @ 8pm
SOUTHWOOD @ THE SALOON
DATE: 08.03.13
Southwood @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
“[Southwood] can claim to have captured lightning in a bottle…”
–Devin Grant, Charleston Scene
Since hitting the Charleston, South Carolina scene, Southwood has delivered hits that are honest and electrified. Mitch Wetherington and Henri Gates have got a sound in the alternative country/rock genre, charged by their southern roots.
... Mitch and Henri crossed paths in early 2011 while playing acoustic gigs at overlapping venues, yet neither knew what the future would hold once they started to play music together.
From July to December 2011, lead singer Mitch attended call back auditions for the 2012 season of American Idol. Upon his return from Hollywood, Southwood went from playing college bars to reaching bigger crowds at venues such as:
- The Windjammer (opening for artists Eden’s Edge and Craig Campbell)
- The Music Farm (Charleston’s biggest music venue)
- The Blessing of the Fleet Festival (attracts 10,000 locals)
- Hootie and the Blowfish’s ‘Hootie Homegrown Festival’
In addition to building a local following, Charleston’s newest rock group has gained fans of all ages across North Carolina, Georgia, and South Carolina.
Southwood has an energy that is heart-felt and vigorous, and they’re ready to take new markets by storm.
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Artists We Also Like
Leslie, The Blue Dogs, Fitz & the Tantrums, Old You, All Get Out, Will Hoge
LONERS SOCIETY @ THE SALOON
DATE: 08.08.13
Loners Society @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
Southern-fried indie rock n roll, with a dose of soul.
Biography:
Loners Society is the brain-child of Unusual Suspects and County Line Strangers’ primary songwriter/singer, Matt Megrue. While both of Megrue’s previous projects tended to primarily emphasize their collective punk and country upbringings, Loners Society takes the same honesty and sprinkles in a little bit of soul.
Megrue, feeling the need for a change in scenery, picked up and moved to Charleston, South Carolina from his hometown south of Atlanta in 2007. Megrue continued touring and working on music for The Unusual Suspects and County Line Strangers; however, he also began logging material for what would come to be, Loners Society.
After the indefinite hiatus of County Line Strangers was announced, Megrue immediately set out to record what would be the first set of numerous Loners Society singles, with two-time Grammy winning producer Don McCollister, in a throwback to the early days of Motown when 45′s were in fashion and vocals were king.
“When the opportunity came up to work with Don again, there was absolutely no way I could pass it up,” recalls Megrue. ”We worked on the first [County Line Strangers] record together and it was….one of the best experiences I have had in a studio. He’s a hard worker and so am I and I felt like he really pushed me, and in the end, I feel like I became a better musician because of that experience. Working with him made me better.”
Writing, recording and helping to produce a record are not new territories for Megrue; however, playing almost all of the instruments across all of the songs, is. While it could seem like a daunting task, Megrue seizes the excitement in the challenge.
“The hardest thing to me, about saying goodbye to County Line Strangers was just that….saying goodbye. Those were my best friends…my brothers. There was no ill-will, no hard feelings. We just felt like we had gone as far as we could go collectively, but once that decision was made…I was ready to get back to work.”
…and get back to work he did. Anyone who knows Matt knows that work-ethic is not one of his weak spots, and now with a new-found vigor and excitement for the music he is writing, expect to be seeing and hearing a lot more from Loners Society in the coming months.
Band Interests:
Writing, recording, and listening to records.
Artists We Also Like:
Ponderosa, Gaslight Anthem, George Jones, Social Distortion, Hank Williams, Eels
STELLA RISING @ THE SALOON
DATE: 08.09.13
Stella Rising @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
StellaRising, a female fronted band formed in Charlotte, NC brings captivating sounds and authentic mixture of radio-friendly original rock/pop songs and energetic covers fused with rock, pop, and funk. Formed in 2009, the acoustic duo quickly made its mark on audiences and musicians alike in Charlotte and surrounding areas. By the fall of 2010, the duo expanded and added Nate Andrews on bass/vocals, Tiki Jim drums/percussion, and Marty Connell on keys.
Kristi Ormand is the lead singer whose musical background can be traced to an early age. While working full time she decided it was professional training that gave her the confidence and opportunity to finally pursue her lifelong passion of creating music. While playing in several venues as well as private parties around Charlotte, Kristi began honing her craft by further developing her songwriting. She drew upon her personal experiences and surroundings for inspiration along this creative journey. An introduction to her lead guitarist, Tony Oliver-Paull (by Mike Graci) helped Kristi record some of her newly written material. Kristi and Tony formed an instant bond which led them to begin writing as a team a few short months after their fateful meeting. The pair recorded two new compositions, “Hard to Breathe” and “This Is Who I Want To Be”, at the Knothole Recording Studio in Waxhaw, NC with help from Chris Revels on bass and Mike Graci on drums.
Tony Oliver-Paull’s passion for music led him to earn a degree in Music Performance at Winthrop University with a focus on jazz and classical guitar. With over a decade of experience, his influences include such bands as The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, The Who and Coltrane, his musical style is continuously evolving. Tony currently teaches guitar, and performs with other acoustic duos such as The Escape Artists and Reckless. He occasionally fills in for The Stranger, a Billy Joel Tribute Band. He plans to return to Winthrop to pursue his master’s degree in music in the fall of 2011.
Nate Andrews, bass player, is also a multi-instrumentalist who is a master of both the 4 and 5 string bass. Nate can be heard on various recording and advertising work. He is also a songwriter, sings lead vocals with bands such as Tsunami Wave Riders, Happy Endings, Live Big, as well as other local bands. He sings backup as well as lead on several of Stellarising’s songs.
Marty Connell was classically trained on piano at early age. But it wasn't until after college, when he bought his first electronic keyboard, that a whole new world of music and composition was opened up to him via synthesis and MIDI. He used these tools to write and record arrangements that were used in bands and church settings. He began playing contemporary music live in local churches that started with 100 people and moved into settings playing at conferences and conventions with thousands in attendance. In order to expand his music experience, he joined some secular bands and played everything from rock and country, to blues and jazz. His early influences were keyboard legends like Rick Wakeman and Keith Emerson and currently views Jordan Rudess as the standard as to which every other keyboardist is measured.
With decades of experience combined, Stella’s live performance showcases each member’s talents, whether it’s catchy hooks or outstanding musicianship. They can customize a versatile songlist to fit any event ranging from full electric to acoustic shows. Stella’s contagious sound will have you grooving and coming back for more. This group is making their mark, so you don’t want to miss out on Stella as they rise to the top. Stella's first EP was released iin late 2011. They will be returning to the studio in February 2012 to work on a follow up full length cd.
DARK WATER RISING @ THE SALOON
DATE: 08.10.13
Dark Water Rising @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
The band name, Dark Water Rising, originates from the home of its members. Robeson County, known for its rich Lumbee culture, thrives from the nourishment of swamplands and rich, dark water of the Lumber River. The dark watered swamps are legendary for providing hide outs and escape routes for Lumbee outlaws during the Civil War; with hard work and persistence, Dark Water Rising will be labeled as one of the most original and charismatic bands to rise from the “middle of nowhere”.
The year of 2010 will go down in history for DWR, as the year that local, regional, and national success would provide the band with the momentum needed to take their music to another level. Serving as the headlining act in prominent venues throughout the Piedmont, Triad, and Southeastern regions of North Carolina, DWR gained new and rewarding learning experiences, further increasing their level of professionalism.
The members of Dark Water Rising complement each other in a “special” way to create their sound; one that surpasses skill and technique. Though many others have tried, DWR does not categorize its music into one genre. With a knack for taking “whatever comes out” and creating music that refreshes the senses, Dark Water Rising has the uncanny ability to successfully crossover into soul, alternative rock, blues, country, and hip-hop. The energy of DWR’s eclectic sound is embraced and enhanced in the live setting, making each show a must-see event.
With the release of their debut self-titled debut album “Dark Water Rising”, the band gained a greater appreciation for their music and a stronger desire to share their talents with as many people as possible. As a complete work of original material, the album also led DWR to the 2010 Native American Music Awards to capture the award for “Debut Duo or Group of the Year”. Dark Water Rising is the complete package. With a frontline trio of beautiful, talented women, backed by three equally talented male counterparts, the gang of DWR is poised for the journey ahead.
MATT & JOHN ACOUSTIC DUO @ THE DECK
DATE: 08.10.13
Matt & John Acoustic Duo @ The Deck
Starts @ 10pm
WEAVING THE FATE @ THE SALOON
DATE: 08.15.13
Weaving The Fate @ The Saloon
Starts @9pm
www.facebook.com/weavingthefate
Columbia, South Carolina’s Weaving The Fate is a combination of four different styles and energies that produces an electrifying mix of musical virtuosity and passionate performances. Lead singer and guitarist Brian Conner, bassist Bobby Dredd, DJ Able One and drummer Jeremy "Finesse" Roberson all met in their hometown (previously under the moniker of Villanova), and have developed a passionate ...regional fan base whose loyalty and devotion to the band’s music and live performances is second to none. Standout tracks such as lead single "Str8 to the Bottom", with their debut album produced by music icon Howard Benson (3 Doors Down, My Chemical Romance, All American Rejects, Daughtry, and P.O.D) is set for an early 2012 release via Universal Republic.
FLESH AND STONE @ THE SALOON
DATE: 08.16.13
Flesh and Stone @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
We're a duo from Charlotte, NC that plays all original music. Won't you come see one of our shows? Your ears will thank you.
Biography: Hi, we're Flesh & Stone, and we think that biographies can be a bit boring. Most band's bios consist of third person narratives about how original they are, how they'll be the "next big thing", et cetera, ad nauseum. We like to keep it simple. Our names are Danny and April. No, one of us is not "Flesh" and the other "Stone". We play and write music because we couldn't stand it if we didn't. Sharing our music with people is the most fulfilling thing we can ever imagine doing, and we would love for you to have a listen. There. Done
Description: We create music for the love of making music, nothing else. We are a truly INDEPENDENT group, we have no record label, no promoter, no manager, no hype team, and no qualms about doing all the hard work ourselves.
Band Interests: We are avid foodies as well as musicians, which means you can find us before or after a show checking out good places to eat in whatever city we find ourselves. We'll usually post where we're going on that show's event page, so feel free to join us for some conversation and a bite to eat!
Artists We Also Like: Songs of Water, Harvest, Elbow, Damien Rice, Ani Difranco, VAST
12 BAND JAM @ THE SALOON
DATE: 08.18.13
12 Band Jam @ The Saloon
Starts @ 1pm
Event organized by Karl Gunther Studios
THE AMERICAN GONZOS @ THE SALOON
DATE: 08.23.13
The American Gonzos @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
http://www.reverbnation.com/americangonzos
https://www.facebook.com/TheAmericanGonzos
North Carolina rockers The American Gonzos pull inspiration from all genres including rock, funk, punk and alternative to make a delicious stew of original sound. A power trio comprised of Andrew Thelston on guitar/lead vocals, Michael Dean on bass guitar/backing vocals and Toby Burleson on drums/backing vocals. The band was formed in the fall of 2010 where they began writing music and performing all over the southeast. In 2011, The American Gonzos recorded and released their self titled debut album. They are finishing up their next album, due out in 2013 along with nation wide tours.
MATT & JOHN ACOUSTIC DUO @ THE DECK
DATE: 08.24.13
Matt & John Acoustic Duo @ The Deck
Starts @ 10pm
HANK & CUPCAKES @ THE SALOON
DATE: 08.31.13
Hank & Cupcakes @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rz-nzJqkubY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idVNAuc7fBU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIjR1klUjN4
With Special Guest:
The JackKnife Barbers
www.mattstache.com
"Fresh new artist" - MTV.com
"Funky fresh sound" - New York Post
"Hard and fast yet so electro-disco, Hank & Cupcakes spin vicious pop that is just as good for rocking out as it is for dancing. They sound insanely polished, they have boundless energy…either we’re getting punked somehow or this duo is looking at quick big things." - Metromix New York
"The most fun you will have listening to any band in the new year." - Huffington Post
"When Hank & Cupcakes take the stage, their infectious energy dominates the room, generating a fierce groove that immediately has the crowd up and moving." - Flavorpill New York
“Williamsburg duo Hank & Cupcakes pumps out tight, funky indie pop with impressively sturdy hooks. ” - Time Out New York
"…irresistibly danceable" - Paste
"The distinctive edgy sound and overall attitude of this minimalist but successful duo is reminiscent of New York City’s energy and restlessness combined with bits of soulfulness and youthful spirit." - The Deli NYC
"In only a year the Brooklyn based duo known as Hank & Cupcakes have become underground music royalty in New York City." - Examiner.com New York
"Hank & Cupcakes' brand of dance music is both well-executed and catchy. Standing at the drums, Cupcakes kept the beat and remained alarmingly pitch perfect as Hank brought the funk with some incredibly skillful bass work..." - Jezebel Music
"Hank & Cupcakes manages to combine superb songwriting with the infectious rhythmic patterns of early '70s disco and funk, and audience-friendly hooks." - Hybrid Magazine
"The duo's impressive sound is so big that it's hard to believe that they are only a two piece band…This band is fun, unique, very talented, and if you get the chance to check them out live, you won't regret it." - Examiner.com Boston
Our Bio:
Hank & Cupcakes started out of Boredom. Here’s what happened:
We’d just recently returned from a crazy weird adventure in Havana, Cuba, where we’d been intensely studying Cuban Music for six months. It got a bit too crazy so we decided to go back to Tel Aviv, wrap up our lives and relocate to New York. We didn’t know anyone, we had no plan, it was just a hunch.
We weren’t taking on any new projects during this transition period, so one day I said to Hank, “Let’s just have a rehearsal and see what happens.” We knew there was no point in recruiting more musicians since we were going to leave anyway, so it was just us: Hank on the bass and me, Cupcakes, on the vocals & drums, fucking around.
One rehearsal led to another and another until Hank eventually said about a week later: “Why don’t we just rehearse everyday?” We didn’t plan on becoming a bass & drums duo, we thought that once we’d arrive to NYC we’d meet more musicians and form a ‘proper’ band, but during those few months of intense daily rehearsing, a sound was developing that was different and it became clear that this there was nothing missing.
We arrived in NYC late 2008 and were blown away by this magnificent inspiring city and it’s inhabitants. We had no idea what to do or how to start so the first thing we did was rent a daily slot at a rehearsal studio. The city was like a turbo engine in our creative process and new songs were fast to come. We had no idea who to talk to about booking a show and how the whole ‘business’ worked but after writing email after email, combing the city for venues we finally booked our first show at the end of 2008. There were 13 people there including Hank’s parents who were visiting and a handful of (the only) people we knew and the other band who played with us that night. The excitement of playing in New York City started such a fire in our bones that we didn’t stop and played every single show we were offered, hauling our gear in the subway and through the snow since we didn’t want to spend money on taxis. It came to a point where we were playing 3-4 shows a week in NYC alone. We then decided to spread our wings and started playing out of the city as much as we could. A weekend turned into a week which turned into a month and so on. Since arriving to the U.S, we’ve played hundreds of shows all over the country including some really awesome festivals and clubs.
Last August we flew to Berlin to record our debut album at the famous Hansa Studios where U2, David Bowie, R.E.M, Iggy Pop and many more legends have recorded legendary music. We made the album with Swedish producer Ludwig Boss and had the most incredible musical experience of our lives. Our new EP, 'Ain't No Love,' featuring the first single "Sweet Potion," was released on October 22, 2012 and our full-length album is due in early 2013.
We’re forever grateful to all the people who believe in us, to all our fans who come to our shows and to New York City for being an endless source of inspiration. See you soon on the road!
xx
Hank & Cupcakes
JAM FOR CAM 2 @ THE SALOON
DATE: 09.07.13
Jam For Cam 2 @ The Saloon
Starts at 8pm.
Annabelles Curse
http://annabellescurse.com/
www.sonicbids.com/annabellescurse
Sarah Clanton Schaffer
http://www.sarahclantonschaffer.com/
More info to come...
MATT & JOHN ACOUSTIC DUO @ THE DECK
DATE: 09.07.13
Matt & John Acoustic Duo @ The Deck
Starts @ 10pm
FLESH AND STONE @ THE SALOON
DATE: 09.20.13
Flesh and Stone @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
We're a duo from Charlotte, NC that plays all original music. Won't you come see one of our shows? Your ears will thank you.
Biography: Hi, we're Flesh & Stone, and we think that biographies can be a bit boring. Most band's bios consist of third person narratives about how original they are, how they'll be the "next big thing", et cetera, ad nauseum. We like to keep it simple. Our names are Danny and April. No, one of us is not "Flesh" and the other "Stone". We play and write music because we couldn't stand it if we didn't. Sharing our music with people is the most fulfilling thing we can ever imagine doing, and we would love for you to have a listen. There. Done
Description: We create music for the love of making music, nothing else. We are a truly INDEPENDENT group, we have no record label, no promoter, no manager, no hype team, and no qualms about doing all the hard work ourselves.
Band Interests: We are avid foodies as well as musicians, which means you can find us before or after a show checking out good places to eat in whatever city we find ourselves. We'll usually post where we're going on that show's event page, so feel free to join us for some conversation and a bite to eat!
Artists We Also Like: Songs of Water, Harvest, Elbow, Damien Rice, Ani Difranco, VAST
MATT & JOHN ACOUSTIC DUO @ THE DECK
DATE: 09.28.13
Matt & John Acoustic Duo @ The Deck
Starts @ 10pm
FLESH AND STONE @ THE SALOON
DATE: 09.27.13
Flesh and Stone @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9pm
We're a duo from Charlotte, NC that plays all original music. Won't you come see one of our shows? Your ears will thank you.
Biography: Hi, we're Flesh & Stone, and we think that biographies can be a bit boring. Most band's bios consist of third person narratives about how original they are, how they'll be the "next big thing", et cetera, ad nauseum. We like to keep it simple. Our names are Danny and April. No, one of us is not "Flesh" and the other "Stone". We play and write music because we couldn't stand it if we didn't. Sharing our music with people is the most fulfilling thing we can ever imagine doing, and we would love for you to have a listen. There. Done
Description: We create music for the love of making music, nothing else. We are a truly INDEPENDENT group, we have no record label, no promoter, no manager, no hype team, and no qualms about doing all the hard work ourselves.
Band Interests: We are avid foodies as well as musicians, which means you can find us before or after a show checking out good places to eat in whatever city we find ourselves. We'll usually post where we're going on that show's event page, so feel free to join us for some conversation and a bite to eat!
Artists We Also Like: Songs of Water, Harvest, Elbow, Damien Rice, Ani Difranco, VAST
HANNAH ALDRIDGE @ THE SALOON
DATE: 10.03.13
Hannah Aldridge @ The Saloon
Starts @ 9m
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Americana artist Hannah Aldridge’s music has a wide embrace of sounds that range from Delta blues to Dixieland jazz to Muscle Shoals soul to pure country. They’re all woven into the raw-boned and elegant fabric of her upcoming release of her debut album Born to Be Broken, which she’s been supporting with fan-winning performances in the U.S. and abroad. She is also a staff songwriter for BAR music and the daughter of #1 hit songwriter and Alabama Music Hall of Fame inductee, Walt Aldridge.
