BoomBox, composed of producers, DJs, songwriters, multi-instrumentalists and longtime friends Russ Randolph and Zion Rock Godchaux, officially release the previously unrecorded single "Me and My Baby" coupled with a video filmed at their sold out Aggie Theatre show in Fort Collins, CO in October as an Untz exclusive this week. The video footage includes both the live performance and interviews about life on the road, BoomBox's current sound and direction and their forthcoming release 'Lost Ya'.

Five years and four albums into a career that’s found them drawing circles around the lower 48, building a burgeoning national fan base, Dangermuffin embodies a curious paradox. The themes found within their striking new collection, Olly Oxen Free, sum up that juxtaposition.This Folly Beach, S.C.-based trio are clearly at peace with themselves and their career, while keeping up a constant pursuit of truth. The seeds they’ve planted at major festivals around the nation grow as fast as the mileage on their odometer, yet they dream and sing of home with a yearning passion. Most strikingly, the band’s musical execution remains refreshingly simple, belying a staggering lyrical and thematic depth behind each individual song.Dangermuffin can no longer be plainly dubbed an Americana or roots-rock band. Behind the virtuosic rhythms of drummer Steven Sandifer, the group seamlessly segues from calypso to world beat to a down-home shuffle, often within the same song. When guitarist Mikie Sivilli steps in with a powerful slide-driven lead, one might even venture to call it Southern rock. But by the time songwriter Dan Lotti sings the first words of another verse with his unmistakable light rasp, the listener is undeniably back on the beach, pondering both the world’s pleasures and ills through sandy toes.The follow-up to 2010’s Moonscapes, which produced tracks that received generous airplay on both SiriusXM’s Jam_On and Outlaw Country stations, Olly Oxen Free demonstrates heightened ambitions and a refined, road-polished outfit ready to take on even more. Opener ‘Slumber’ greets us with an enveloping sense of hope. The ska beat of ‘Battle’ gives way to a fierce guitar solo, before ‘200 Degrees’ comes in batting cleanup. The fourth track on the disc, that song’s memorable riff serves as an epic reminder that Dangermuffin has no plans to rest on their laurels.Olly Oxen Free never turns its back on the audience for a moment. Recorded at Truphonic Studios in Charleston with producer MJ Fick, even the album’s peaceful acoustic interlude, ‘Jaula,’ feels like a breath of fresh ocean air; an unexpected, serene eye of a perfect summer storm.From ‘Homestead’ to ‘Rattle the Cage,’ Lotti’s songwriting encourages us to be free, revel in the simple beauty of our complicated lives, and always seek out healing answers. Like the cry bellowed during a children’s game of hide-and-seek, Olly Oxen Free signals that it’s safe to come out from our hiding spots, gather together, and celebrate late into the evening. Dangermuffin is more ready than ever to provide the soundtrack.

The Oak Creek Band, hailing from Denver CO, announces the release of their sophomore effort, Fingerprints EP, the follow up to their 2011 self-titled EP. Fingerprints embodies the Indie Pop/Americana sound that The Oak Creek Band has been cultivating in the Southwest, framing classic songwriting with energetic execution, all the while blurring the boundaries between traditional genres. Guest artists on the EP include Seth Evans of Rossonian (formerly of O’Holloran) on the piano and Ryan Ebarb, of Mountain Standard Time (formerly of Yamn), on the Hammond organ. The Congress’ Mark Levy, The Oak Creek Band’s first drummer, also makes an appearance on the EP, lending his skills and talent on all drum tracks. Fingerprints was produced by lead guitarist and vocalist Daniel Watters, and was recorded at Scanhope Sound Studio in Morrison, CO, marking studio’s first project.

Fingerprints tells the story of the past colliding with the future, yielding change and love through human connection. Recorded on analog tape, the styles of music portrayed on the EP are pulled from a variety of influences, yet collectively has a timeless sound. From the dreamy “2012” and folk rock ballads such as “Don’t Be Fooled,” to the Americana-infused “I Want You Around” and the gospel spiked classic rock “Barefoot Baby” to the the band’s indie rock cover of Pinback’s “Penelope,” this album appeals to wide audience while achieving a cohesive indie pop sound.

The Oak Creek Band is a four-piece rock group, originally from Sedona, Arizona, now based in Denver, Colorado. Known for their soaring harmonies, lush arrangements, and high-energy live performances, the band’s sound is an eclectic mix of soul and folk influenced indie-rock. The Oak Creek Band’s most recent EP, Fingerprints, features six songs from the band’s popular live repertoire including their new single “Don't Be Fooled.”

Known for their spectacular First Friday Samba parade on Boulder’s 16th Street Mall and residency at Shine Restaurant & Gathering Place, Brazilian powerhouse, GINGA, is ready to take over Denver this winter! The Boulder-based band will bring their talents to Denver’s renowned and intimate Mercury Café on Saturday, December 8, 2012 for a night of live music, food and dancing.For their second to last performance of 2012, GINGA’s show on December 8th will kick off with a Samba dance lesson with Paola Osma of Boulder Samba School followed by live music until midnight. Traditional Brazilian food will be served by Little Brazil.Comprised of a unique blend of six talented Colorado musicians, GINGA plays the traditional sounds of Brazil with a modern energy: samba, pagode, forro, MPB, bossa nova, chorinho and Brazilian jazz. A band steeped in the study and spread of authentic Brazilian music and culture, GINGA has been dazzling audiences with their energy and musicianship for close to a decade. Whether it’s the magnetizing pulse of a samba groove, the alluring dancing that accompanies or the sheer joy that is infused at every show, GINGA specializes in bringing people together to have a good time.If you’ve ever visited Brazil and experienced the late nights of music, drinking, dancing and merrymaking, then a GINGA show is sure to spark some nostalgia. If not, than GINGA is the perfect introduction to the rich and vibrant world that encompasses Brazilian music and culture.When:  Saturday, December 8, 2012Where: Mercury Café, 2199 California Street, Denver, CO 80205Show details:Event: 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.Samba Dance Lesson: 8-8:45 p.m.Live Music: 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.Tickets: $10 at the door

Minneapolis-based reggae-rockers Jon Wayne & The Pain will bring their distinctive blend of psychedelic reggae and electronic dub to Northwestern cities across the U.S. this winter, ending with a few special stops in Colorado. Jon Wayne & The Pain are the ultimate coast-to-coast road warriors who have played an average of 20 shows per month over the last three years and are showing no signs of slowing down. Touring in support of their second full-length album, Follow Through, Jon Wayne & The Pain are ready to show dedicated fans and new audiences alike what their unique style is all about.Follow Through, an impressive 12-track follow-up to Jon Wayne & The Pain’s self-titled debut, boasts guest appearances by members of Slightly Stoopid, Christofer “C Money” Welter, Daniel “DELA” Cruz and Oguer “OG” Ocon who play alongside drummer Teeto Miller and bassist Chuck Torgerson. Fueled by deep bass-lines, bold horns and infectious electro-dub beats, Jon Wayne & The Pain’s original sound courageously reiterates one of their standout lyrics: “I would rather bleed and die than be superficialized.”About Jon Wayne & The Pain:Formed by Wayne in 2005, Jon Wayne & The Pain has been busy carving a sizable niche in the reggae-rock genre. The band has attracted legions of fans with their self-described genre of “reggae-tronic dub,” touring nearly 250 days every year and are a testament to hard work and unmatched talent. Jon Wayne & The Pain crafts powerful, positive tracks that echo Wayne’s successful journey to overcome personal challenges. Their uplifting style and inspiring lyrics encourage listeners to live purposefully.Upcoming Shows:  2/6/13: Whiskey Dicks - South Lake Tahoe CA2/8/13: Cervantes' Otherside - Denver CO w/ Ground Up's tribute to Bob Marley2/9/13: Ancient Mariner - Manitou Springs CO2/11/13: three20south - Breckenridge CO 2/12/13: Fox Theater - Boulder CO2/15/13: The Venue - Fargo ND2/16/13: The Cabooze - Minneapolis, MN

Live Nation is pleased to present THE MOTET at The Fillmore Auditorium on Saturday, April 20. Special guests OZOMATLI, Soul Rebels Brass Band and DJ Mikey Thunder will open the show. Show time is 8:00 PM.  Doors open at 7:30 PM2012 brought a new sound to a familiar face in the national music community. With an astonishingly talented cast of musicians, The Motet has refined their sound and their vision into a dynamic and expressive improvisational force.Founded and led by drummer Dave Watts, the group began over ten years ago and hasn’t let up since. Featuring complex compositions written and arranged by Watts himself, the music tells a story through syncopated rhythms and melodies. As music and technology evolve at an astounding rate, so too has The Motet pioneered their unique sound while continuing to defy categorization. With roots in Jazz, Afrobeat, Funk, Salsa and Samba, The Motet keeps their audiences in a dancing frenzy by layering House and Techno rhythms into a style that is uniquely their own.With its 6th release, Dig Deep, The Motet once again proves that it is a group committed to exploring and pushing the sonic envelope, while still remaining dedicated to the musical traditions that have defined their sound. A heavy-horned Afrobeat influence countered with a textural blanket of Electronica, this album showcases the talents and strengths of the cast of characters that drummer and producer Dave Watts has assembled. Keyboardist Joey Porter lays down the funk under the coursing melodies of saxophonist Dominic Lalli in pure Motet fashion, with the ever driving beats of Watts' masterful rhythmic production pushing the music through sonic peaks and valleys that tantalize and invigorate listeners. If you've loved The Motet for years or are just tuning in, listen up. You won't be disappointed.From years of incessant touring and with a rich legacy under their belt, The Motet’s “resolve to evolve” has made them indispensable in the East and West Coast groove circuits. Writes Dave Kirby of Boulder Magazine: “Watts' dedication and artistic integrity have created an elusive musical entity which seems to be as much fun to play in as it is to go out and hear.” The Motet is a world-class ensemble that whips audiences into a whirlwind using sheer impromptu force. The rhythms are spontaneous and textured and the beats are hard driving. The band uses this energy to create a rapport between the audience and themselves that is rarely seen in today's world of manufactured rock. The Motet consecrates the ground on which dance music meets free-form improvisation.In their fifteen years together as a band, celebrated Los Angeles culture-mashers Ozomatli have gone from being hometown heroes to being named U.S. State Department Cultural Ambassadors.  Ozomatli has always juggled two key identities. They are the voice of their city and they are citizens of the world. Their music — a notorious urban-Latino-and-beyond collision of hip hop and salsa, dancehall and cumbia, samba and funk, merengue and comparsa, East LA R&B and New Orleans second line, Jamaican ragga and Indian raga— has long followed a key mantra: it will take you around the world by taking you around L.A.Ozo is a product of Los Angeles’ grassroots political scene. Proudly born as a multi-racial crew in post-uprising 90s Los Angeles, the band has built a formidable reputation over five full-length studio albums and a relentless touring schedule for taking party rocking so seriously that it becomes new school musical activism.The band had long been a favorite of international audiences-playing everywhere from Japan to North Africa and Australia-and their music had always been internationalist in its scope, seamlessly blending and transforming traditions from Africa, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East.  Ozomatli has spent 15 years working diligently to spread its message of peace, communication and understanding through music, with a long standing tradition of performing for children all over the world, from the schools of North St. Louis to the orphanages of Southeast Asia.The Motet, Live at The Fillmore with Ozomatli, The Soul Rebels and DJ Mikey ThunderApril 20, 2013 Doors: 7:30 pmShowtime: 7:45 pm Soul Rebels Brass Band: 8pmOzomatli: 9pmThe Motet: 10:30pm$27.50 ADV /$30 DOSAges: 21+ Please RSVP to the "Official Event Page" here | Tickets

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Two-time Grammy-winning quintet, Inner Circle, will be hitting the road this summer for the first time in many years playing dates across the U.S. and across the globe. Inner Circle will bring their uplifting music and positive message of humanitarianism and non-violence to California, Las Vegas, Austin, New Orleans, Mexico, Uganda and beyond.

This tour begins on the heels of the band’s latest project Hawaii Sings, an album that was produced, mixed and recorded by the members of Inner Circle at Circle Village studios which is an extension of Inner Circle’s main studio Circle House Studios. The album brings together Hawaii’s reggae stars covering Jacob Miller’s greatest hits and also includes the re-release of  Miller’s original tunes featuring Inner Circle. Hawaii Sings is available on iTunes here.

On May 4, 2013 Inner Circle was recognized with a Lifetime Achievement / Hall of Fame award at the 32nd Annual International Reggae And World Music Awards (IRAWMA) in Fort Lauderdale, FL.  Known as the “Grammys of the Caribbean,” the IRAWMA honors the contributions of reggae and world music artists, including songwriters, performers, promoters and musicians. Inner Circle joined fellow IRAWMA Lifetime Achievement / Hall of Fame recipients such as world-renowned musicians Richie Stevens, Isidore “The Mighty Dow” York and Minister Winston Peters.

About Inner Circle:

The Jamaican-bred Inner Circle is one of the world’s most respected reggae groups in the world, with a long string of successes stretching back to the mid-70s. The two-time Grammy-winning quintet’s special brand of pop-oriented Jamaican beats and energy-filled live performances allow the band to transcend the traditional reggae niche and enjoy widespread crossover appeal. A mainstay at many of the world’s largest music festivals, Inner Circle has shared the stage with music icons such as Elton John, Bob Marley, Van Morrison, The Black Crowes, Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, Carlos Santana and many others.

Inner Circle is perhaps most known for the success of “Bad Boys,” the title track from the album of the same name, and the theme song to the television show, Cops. “Bad Boys” became a number one hit in almost every European territory and sold seven million copies worldwide. After winning a 1993 Grammy for Best Reggae Album with “Bad Boys,” the band scored again with the 1994 hit album “Reggae Dancer.”

Along the way, the group withstood two-and-a-half decades of triumph and tragedy, including the death of original lead singer, Jacob Miller, and various lineup changes. Despite these challenges, Inner Circle’s intense loyalty to one another – and their fans – has yielded more than 30 years of chart-topping hits and world tours. “To some people a world tour is North America, Europe and Japan, but not us. If it’s on the map, we’re going there,” says Inner Circle artist Ian Lewis. “Traveling around the world, you really learn that everybody’s basically the same. Music is the highest language; it transcends politics, geography, skin color; it transcends all the things that separate people.”

After over three decades, Inner Circle remains one of reggae's most successful crossover groups. Their most recent full album, Blazzin' Fire: Classic Cuts (DubShotta/SoundBwoy Ent), echoes their universal relevance, with hard-hitting lyrics and guest appearances by the likes of Buju Banton, Pitbull, Stephen and Damian Marley, Anthony B and more. Blazzin' Fire: Classic Cuts and Inner Circle’s intense tour schedule re-asserts the depth of Inner Circle's musical history. They are survivors, one of a handful of pioneering reggae bands still around with the credentials and artistry to do it.

Tour Dates:

6/12/2013 Moe's Alley - Santa Cruz, CA

6/13/2013 Harlow's - Sacramento, CA

6/14/2013 B Ryders - Bakersfield, CA

6/15/2013 Reggae in the Desert - Las Vegas, NV

6/16/2013 Los Globos - Los Angeles, CA

6/18/2013 Flamingo Cantina - Austin, TX

6/19/2013 Howlin' Wolf Music Club - New Orleans, LA

6/20/2013 The Social - Orlando, FL

8/24/2013 Reggae on the Rocks at Red Rocks - Morrison, CO

BoomBox embarks on their 2013 summer tour with festivals stops at Wakarusa, Bounce, Manifest, Electric Forest, Camp Bisco, Summerset and Equifunk. They will stop in the Midwest for a few club dates along the way and cap the summer off at Red Rocks supporting Lotus with Break Science and Minnesota. They are also spending time in the studio putting the final touches on their third release titled “Fill In The Color”. It will include all new, original songs and is being recorded using a blend of electronic programming and live instrumentation with Randolph on keys and Godchaux on guitar, bass and vocals and both performing drums on various tracks. The album will incorporate instruments and voices from  the band’s live recordings as well.

BoomBox is now touring with an extremely unique analog sound rig and with seasoned sound engineer Heath Bennett at the the helm they will provide a sonic experience that few other bands can replicate. Their new soundboard is an adapted TAC Scorpion, a vintage analog studio sound board that has been specially modified to deliver superior sound quality, richer warmer clearer tones, stellar stereo imaging and, most importantly, booming bass. BoomBox’s rig will also allow them to hear exactly what the crowd hears with unaltered quality, which is essential for the band to experience and adapt their set to match the flow and vibe of the room. It is also a fully functioning recording studio! So, not only do they have the ability to record every live show, but they can now record new tracks anywhere along their tour. 

BoomBox is two versatile producers, DJs, songwriters, multi-instrumentalists and longtime friends Russ Randolph and Zion Rock Godchaux. Together they develop an electronic blend of vintage Rock and Blues made to move dance floors while incorporating their signature Backbeat, Psychedelia and Funky House sounds. Applying a multi-track platform, they are free to create their hybrid style on the fly with a rhythm that moves fans and opens them up to Godchaux and Randolph’s overall vision. Derived from the rich musical history of Muscle Shoals, AL, to the psychedelic rock and underground electronic scenes of the west coast, their unique approach can only be achieved by the blending of sound and culture.

BoomBox’s first release, Visions of Backbeat, contained the breakout song "Stereo" that built the foundation for their rapidly growing fan base. After years of steady touring and honing their sound, they released their sophomore effort, downriverelectric, and it was hailed by critics as a progressive follow up effort. BoomBox are continuously working on new releases, using a blend of programming and live instrumentation with both members on drums, Randolph on keys, and Godchaux on guitar, bass and vocals.

Each live show is unique to the venue and the crowd, who are the driving force of the rhythmic BoomBox experience. “It’s all natural, it’s all in real time, and that’s why it’s Rock ‘n’ Roll”, says Godchaux. Traditional set lists are never created prior to shows, instead BoomBox chooses the music based on the atmosphere, to create a one-of-a-kind experience for fans. Randolph adds, “We just want to go out with no game plan. That way it’s fresh for us, and we can follow the energy of the crowd. We’re down to get down, and we hope that people are down with us.”

TOUR DATES:   

5.30.13-6.02.13 Wakarusa Music Festival - Ozark, AR

6.6.13-6.9.13 Impulse Music Festival 

6.15.13 Trunkstock Festival at Avondale Brewing Company - Birmingham, AL 

6.20.13-6.24.13 Bounce Festival - Twain, CA 

6.21.13-6.23.13 Manifest - Pioneer, CA  

6.27.13 2720 Cherokee - St. Louis, MO 

6.28.13 The Vogue - Indianapolis, IN

6.27.13-6.30.13 Electric Forest Festival - Rothbury, MI

7.5.13-7.6.2013 State Bridge - Bond, CO 

7.11.13-7.13.13 Camp Bisco - Outside Albany, NY

7.18.13 The Chop Shop - Charlotte, NC

7.19.13 Ziggy's - Winston-Salem, NC

7.20.2013 Rhythm & Brews - Chattanooga, TN

8.9.13-8.11.13 Summer Set Festival - Somerset, WI 

8.16.13-8.18.13 Equifunk Music Festival - Equinunk, PA 

8.17.13 Hot August Blues & Roots Festival - Cockeysville, MD 

8.24.13 The Boulevard - Chicago, IL 

9.13.13 Red Rocks Amphitheatre - Morrison, CO

2013 brings a new sound to a familiar face in the national music community. With an astonishingly talented cast of musicians, The Motet has refined their sound and their vision into a dynamic and expressive improvisational force.

Founded and led by drummer Dave Watts, the group began over ten years ago and hasn’t let up since. Featuring complex compositions written and arranged by Watts himself, the music tells a story through syncopated rhythms and melodies. As music and technology evolve at an astounding rate, so too has The Motet pioneered their unique sound while continuing to defy categorization. With roots in Jazz, Afrobeat, Funk, Salsa and Samba, The Motet keeps their audiences in a dancing frenzy by layering House and Techno rhythms into a style that is uniquely their own.

With its 6th release, Dig Deep, The Motet once again proves that it is a group committed to exploring and pushing the sonic envelope, while still remaining dedicated to the musical traditions that have defined their sound. A heavy-horned Afrobeat influence countered with a textural blanket of Electronica, this album showcases the talents and strengths of the cast of characters that drummer and producer Dave Watts has assembled. Keyboardist Joey Porter lays down the funk under the coursing melodies of saxophonist Dominic Lalli in pure Motet fashion, with the ever driving beats of Watts' masterful rhythmic production pushing the music through sonic peaks and valleys that tantalize and invigorate listeners. If you've loved The Motet for years or are just tuning in, listen up. You won't be disappointed.

From years of incessant touring and with a rich legacy under their belt, The Motet’s “resolve to evolve” has made them indispensable in the East and West Coast groove circuits. Writes Dave Kirby of Boulder Magazine: “Watts' dedication and artistic integrity have created an elusive musical entity which seems to be as much fun to play in as it is to go out and hear.”

The Motet is a world-class ensemble that whips audiences into a whirlwind using sheer impromptu force. The rhythms are spontaneous and textured and the beats are hard driving. The band uses this energy to create a rapport between the audience and themselves that is rarely seen in today's world of manufactured rock. The Motet consecrates the ground on which dance music meets free-form improvisation.

Starting off Summer 2013 by playing at the International Home and Housewares Convention in Chicago, specially invited by celebrity chef Guy Fieri, Sophistafunk kept the fire roaring all summer long, packing venues and festivals both nationally and internationally. From VT Reggae Fest, Syracuse Jazz Fest and Finger Lakes GrassRoots Festival to Jersey Shore Festival, the Syracuse-based group closed out the summer with their first ever international tour through the UK, including appearances in Bristol and Newcastle, England, to Wales and the world renown Shambala Festival.Sophistafunk is ready to continue onto their third coast-to-coast tour in the past 12 months, kicking it off in Spencer, IN at Hyperion Festival on Sept. 6th and will travel through the Midwest onto the Rocky Mountains and San Francisco. The act will then cruise up the West coast to Seattle before heading back East with appearances slated through the Midwest en route to Harmony, ME for the Halloween Hash Bash and finally, DROM on Nov. 2nd in New York City with friends, Consider the Source.Fans nationally, and now worldwide, have grown to love and appreciate the unique sound and high-energy of this act; Sophistafunk is surely not a band to miss. This analog soul trio includes MC Jack Brown on vocals, Adam Gold on the keys, bass, and vocals and Emanuel Washington on drums. Influenced by A Tribe Called Quest and Parliament Funkadelic, among others, Sophistafunk blends hip-hop, funk and rock to create unique, cross-genre music that is sure to keep you dancing and smiling all night long."Sophistafunk has a genre-destroying range of musical ability and mix of socially-conscious lyrics. Much of the trio’s set was spent rifling through thick instrumental funk, fluid vocals, soul crooning, metal, reggae and intricate interplay between Adam Gold’s four-keyboard setup and Emanuel Washington’s drums -- an infectious journey that left the full crowd gasping for air."- Dan Rys - The Daily Free Press (Boston)For more information about Sophistafunk, fall tour dates, and ticketing information, check out the band’s official website at www.SOPHISTAFUNKband.com.Upcoming Shows:9/6/2013- Hyperion Festival- Spencer, IN9/7/2013- Hullabaloo Music Festival- Bellevue, NE9/8/2013- Parlor City Pub & Eatery- Cedar Rapids, IA9/12/2013- Vassar College- Poughkeepsie, NY9/13/2013- The Hartford Room- Hartford, CT9/14/2013- Otis Mountain Get Down- Elizabethtown, NY9/15/2013- Westcott Cultural Fair- Syracuse, NY9/17/2013- Three20South- Breckenridge, CO9/18/2013- Cervantes Other Side- Denver, CO w/ Rakim9/19/2013- Hodi's Half Note- Fort Collins, CO9/20/2013- The Lazy Dog- Boulder, CO9/21/2013- Ullers Tavern- Winter Park. CO9/25/2013- Private Party- Santa Rosa, CA9/26/2013- 19 Broadway- Fairfax, CA9/27/2013- Boom Boom Room- San Francisco, CA9/28/2013- Crazy Horse Saloon and Grill- Nevada City, CA9/29/2013- Torch Club-Sacramento, CA10/1/2013- WOW Hall- Eugene, OR10/2/2013- Applegate River Lodge- Applegate, OR10/3/2013- Riverfront Plaza @ Dojo- Bend, OR10/4/2013- Nectar Lounge- Seattle, WA w/ The Bad Tenants10/5/2013- The Goodfoot- Portland, OR w/ McTuff & Skerik10/6/2013- Wild Buffalo House Of Music- Bellingham, WA10/9/2013- The Hive- Omaha, NE10/10/2013- Iowa City Yacht Club- Iowa City, IA10/11/2013- Abbey Pub- Chicago, IL w/ Kris Lager Band10/12/2013- Park Theatre- Holland, MI w/ Kris Lager Band10/14/2013- Camel- Richmond, VA w/ Orgone10/15/2013- 8x10- Baltimore, MD w/ Orgone10/17/2013- Whitlow's On Wilson- Arlington, VA10/18/2013- Zeppa Auditorium- Rochester, NY w/ Thunder Body10/19/2013- Olive Ridley’s- Plattsburgh, NY10/25/2013- Halloween Hash Bash- Harmony, ME10/26/2013- Nectar's- Burlington, VT10/31/2013- The Gates- Ithaca, NY11/1/2013- 505 Westcott St.- Syracuse, NY w/ Consider The Source11/2/2013- DROM- New York, NY w/ Consider The Source

Acorn Project, up and coming and always on the brink, is focused on establishing themselves as a national touring act while continuing to spawn a forward thinking and conscious movement amongst the community in their wake. With a fervent fanbase in major U.S. markets like Seattle, Portland, Denver and San Francisco, Acorn continues to grow into a mighty oak from deeply seeded roots.Acorn Project was born out of basement jam sessions in 2004 when Sam Lax (saxophone/percussion/producer) and Andy Pritiken (lead vocals/rhythm guitar) met in college while studying at Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA. They worked fiercely and tirelessly to define their sound locally as a quartet for nearly three years before releasing their first EP Odd His Sleepy Soar in 2006.In the past several years Acorn Project have appeared live at numerous music festivals including Earthdance (CA), Sonic Bloom (CO), String Cheese Incident @ Horning’s Hideout (OR), Summer Meltdown Festival (WA), Telus Live @ Whistler (BC), Seattle Hempfest, and Eugene Celebration amongst many others including their own successful annual festival productions WONK and UMF at home. And the band has shared billing with names including String Cheese Incident, Widespread Panic, STS9, EOTO, Papadosio, Kyle Hollingsworth, Juno What, David Grisman, JGB and Sam Bush.Upcoming ShowsSep 18 Harlow’s Nightclub Sacramento, CASept 19 Crazy Horse Saloon Nevada City, CASept 20 Winston’s San Diego, CASept 21 Harvelle's Long Beach, CASep 25 Moe’s Alley Santa Cruz, CASep 26 Boom Boom Room San Francisco, CASep 27 Hopmonk Tavern Novato, CASept 28 Bend Roots Revival Bend, OROct 4 Fox Theatre (supporting The Malah) Boulder, COOct 10 Quixote’s True Blue Denver, COOct 11 Quixote’s True Blue Denver, COOct 12 The Lazy Dog Boulder, COOct 17 The Railyard Billings, MTOct 18 Zebra Cocktail Lounge Bozeman, MTOct 19 The Top Hat Missoula, MTOct 23 Applegate River Lodge Applegate, OROct 24 The Olympia Ballroom Olympia, WAOct 25 Tractor Tavern Seattle, WAOct 26 McMenamins’ Old St. Francis School Halloween Celebration - Bend, OROct 31 Wild Buffalo Music Hall Bellingham, WA

Freedom Is, written and recorded by Sophistafunk and produced by Jocko Randall at MoreSound Studios in Syracuse, NY, is driven by contrasting tones and texture, recreating the experience of being at one of the band's electrifying live shows. Instantly pulsing from powerful to smooth, the sound is raw, authentic and groovy. The music reflects the bands deep commitment to vintage keys, analog synth and scorching solos which are anchored by deep-pocket hip hop drums and fat funky bass lines. Tasty lyrical flows and choruses slice through each song, and are accentuated by the band's mastery of bubbling polyrhythms. The vocals are a perfect mix of linguistic creativity & unbridled expression, channeling a wide range of emotions with a soothing feel-good flavor. In keeping with their unmistakable sound, Sophistafunk’s Freedom Is blends hip-hop, funk and rock to create unique, thoughtful, post-modern music.Fans worldwide have grown to love and appreciate the unique sound and high-energy live performances that Sophistafunk brings to the stage. They have captured the energy of their live shows on Freedom Is by keeping it simple. The album features MC Jack Brown on vocals, Adam Gold on the keys, bass, and vocals and Emanuel Washington on drums. Because of their love of improvisation and old school laid back grooves, Sophistafunk can collaborate on stage, in studio, on the road…anywhere they are. The band let the writing and recording process flow naturally, improvising and collaborating on each song on the new album.Lyrically, Freedom Is is rich, deep and thought provoking. Emcee Jack Brown is not only an incessant music lover but a trained journalist with a background in creative writing, spoken word poetry, philosophy and history. Having experienced the loss of friends and family members, extensive traveling and meeting and befriending many different personality types, Brown has synthesized his experience into his writing. Along the way, he began to notice the connections between people, the living world around him, science and spirituality, consciousness and dreaming, and all styles of music. He combines a myriad of life experience with ancient mysticism, political satire, pop-culture references, Zen Buddhism, and decades of musical influence from Gil Scott-Heron to Rage Against The Machine.Sophistafunk has toured extensively, kicking off summer 2013 by playing at the International Home and Housewares Convention in Chicago, specially invited by celebrity chef Guy Fieri. The trio kept the fire roaring throughout the summer and fall, performing at Vermont Reggae Fest, Syracuse Jazz Fest, Finger Lakes GrassRoots Festival and Jersey Shore Festival. The Syracuse-based group closed out the summer with their first ever international tour through the UK, including appearances in Bristol and Newcastle, England, Wales and the world renowned Shambala Festival growing their fanbase both nationally and internationally.Freedom Is will be available worldwide on iTunes and Bandcamp on October 22nd. Hard copies and vinyl presses of the album as well as other merchandise can be ordered through their website  www.SOPHISTAFUNKband.com or purchased at any of their live shows. Upcoming Shows:10/25/2013- Halloween Hash Bash - Harmony, ME10/26/2013- Nectar's - Burlington, VT10/31/2013- The Gates - Ithaca, NY11/01/2013- 505 Westcott St. - Syracuse, NY w/ Consider The Source11/02/2013- DROM - New York, NY w/ Consider The Source11/15/2013- Thunder Road - Oswego, NY11/22/2013- Whitlow’s on Wilson - Arlington, VA12/14/2013- Tupelo Music Hall - White River Junction, VT12/19/2013- Whitlow’s on Wilson - Arlington, VA12/31/2013- Landmark Theatre - Syracuse, NY

Tickets available here: http://bit.ly/15WKqWx

The Motet will be hosting their official CD Release Party at The Fillmore Auditorium on January 25, 2014. Celebrating their first album in four years, they have planned an exciting night of funk and psychedelic improvisation. To embellish their line-up they are bringing in some incredible musicians to perform, including Jason Hann (SCI & EOTO) on percussion. They will also be featuring two of their favorite national acts: Snarky Puppy and Orgone, as well as electro-funk genius DJ Mikey Thunder. 

Snarky Puppy is one of the fastest rising groups on the international circuit, and Orgone's brand of classic funk has become a recent favorite on the Colorado scene. With so many fantastic musicians in one venue, you can expect some amazing collaborations between all of these groups throughout the night. In addition, they plan to add to the Fillmore's already expansive lighting setup to create an unforgettable evening of music AND visuals. This is going to be a historic night for The Motet at one of Colorado's premier venues not to be missed!!

Tickets on sale here: http://bit.ly/18msllJ

The Motet is also thrilled to re-release the official video for the song '123', filmed to a capacity crowd at the the Fillmore Denver last April. As part of their forthcoming album, '123' is an ode to Coloradans and exalts their fans devotion to spreading their fun and funky sound across the nation. This will be the first album by The Motet to be completely composed by the entire band. Each member has contributed equally to the writing process making this the band's most focused and inclusive CD yet.

Denver’s own Yamn is thrilled to announce the release of their second album Unity of Opposites on March 11, 2014. With this album, Yamn continues to push the limits of progressive live-tronica, seamlessly unifying the polar opposite sounds of pure rock n' roll music and driving electronic dance music. To celebrate its release, Yamn will be joined by Conspirator for a very special album release party at The Ogden Theatre on March 14, 2014.Yamn is one of the most progressive Rock-tronic acts in the Denver music scene. Their aptly named second album Unity of Opposites, perfectly states the band’s mastery of fusion. Their sound combines soulful rock elements that soar over heart-warming peaks and drive into head-banging rock riffs, with entrancing synth melodies, hard dance beats and electronic overtones. Their live experience scintillates the senses with courageous beats and grooves that cause instant and contagious grins to ripple across the undulating crowds. Yamn has also become well known for their lighting design which enhances the full-bodied, crisp melodies and free-flowing power rock jams, elevating the experience to a world-class rock show.With more than 100,000 miles under their belt, the trance-fusion rockers continue hurtling toward their evolving vision. As their dedication, virtuosity and pure enjoyment propel them across the United States, Yamn’s focus remains on the here, the now and the what-is-to-be while continually fulfilling the journey of enhancing their lives and the lives of those listening with powerful and seductive sounds. Unity of Opposites, Yamn’s first album in five years, was produced and recorded by Yamn and Josh Fairman at Scanhope Sound in Morrison, CO, and mastered at the Blasting Room in Fort Collins. It was written collaboratively by the members of Yamn who drew inspiration from modern-day jambands, electronic music, classic rock, 90's alternative rock and hip hop. Unity of Opposites will be available on iTunes, Bandcamp, CDbaby, and yamnit.com. Hard copies will be available exclusively at Yamn’s album release party at The Ogden Theatre on March 14th.Upcoming Shows:Feb. 7 - Vail Ale House - Vail, COFeb. 8 - three20south - Breckenridge, COMar. 6 - Wonder Ballroom - Portland, OR*Mar. 7 - McDonald Theatre - Eugene, OR*Mar. 8 - The Crocodile - Seattle, WA*Mar. 9 - Wild Buffalo House - Bellingham, WA~ Mar. 14 - The Ogden Theatre - Denver, CO^Mar. 15 - three20south - Breckenridge, CO*W/ Eoto and Acorn Project~W/ Eoto  ^Album Release Party and Conspirator with Acorn Project

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SONIC BLOOM, the nation's premier boutique electronic music festival, is pleased to announce that Shpongle (Simon Posford DJ Set), Polar Vortex, Lunar Fire, Dynohunter, Futexture + Deloscinari, SunSquabi & Friends, and TheUntz.com Challenge contest winners Filibusta and Ryan Viser have been added to the already stellar 2014 line-up. The main stage sound will be the largest Funktion-One sound system ever set up outdoors in Colorado, provided by Emersion Events.The festival, held during the Summer Solstice, will be at a gorgeous new location, The American Safari Ranch in South Park, CO, from June 19-22. Featuring a 360 degree panoramic mountain backdrop and majestic views of the continental divide, the venue is an easy 75 minute drive from Denver and 90 minutes from Boulder.Shpongle (Simon Posford DJ Set) will be gracing the SONIC BLOOM community with his psybient musical experience. Shpongle's music is heavily influenced by psychedelic experiences and frequently makes use of sonic textures that approximate psychedelic states as well as vocal samples relating to consciousness expansion, hallucinations, and altered states of awareness. And a big welcome to Denver Based Lunar Fire, who take audiences to new heights with their spectacular stories reflected in dance and musical performances. Expect aerialists, pre-Columbian flutes, multilingual vocalists, powerful drummers and a wide range of bass and guitar styles. As is years past, the 2014 festival will also feature The SONIC BLOOM Orchestra with EOTO, Break Science, ZILLA, Dirtwire, ill-esha, Kaminanda, saQi & many special surprise guests.VIP tickets and lodging packages are still available for those who want to experience SONIC BLOOM in style. VIP tickets included a 4-day festival pass with early access to the site, access to the VIP Bloom Saloon, special surprise VIP DJ sets, FREE VIP parking or car camping, some drinks and meals and tons of SONIC BLOOM swag. Unified Cabins and Bloom Room packages are also available to VIP ticket holders.  For more information visit http://sonicbloomfestival.com/vip-tickets/SONIC BLOOM 2014 will also feature The Oasis, a mobile bathhouse which is both an art installation and a full service showering plus grooming facility with an attached massage zone. Trailers feature 12 open-air hand crafted cedar shower stalls, 2 dressing rooms, and a 3 sink grooming station. Offerings also include the All One Ark, a lively and interactive foam-blasting shower alternative for groups powered by Dr. Bronner's Magic castille soaps, cedar-lined with a sound system, water dispenser and cold rinse. Grooming at The Oasis is a unique and luxurious experience. For more information visit: http://oasisexpress.com/Final Wave of Artists Added: Shpongle (Simon Posford DJ Set), Futexture + Deloscinari, SunSquabi & Friends, Polar Vortex, Marvel Years, Krooked Drivers, Lunar Fire, SIXIS, Jon Wayne & The Pain, Dynohunter, Michael Garfield, Psymbionic, 2NUTZ, sAuce, Supreme, Coult-45, Subliminal, Caustik, Filibusta, TROPO, VerDarluz, Tnertle, EO, Dillard, Sam Klass, Fun Factory, White Robot, Shiba, Adam Apollo, SoDown, Shaman's Dream, Urban, G.O.A., Ryan Viser, Kruza Kid and Silent Frisco feat. Motion Potion & Mancub

Borrowing from a massive cache of influences, Brothers Gow, based in San Diego, CA by way of Flagstaff, AZ, is a funk-rock-improv quintet that relies on thoughtful lyrics, deep grooves and improvisational tact to keep each show sounding fresh and unique. The band’s energetic stage presence combined with powerful vocal harmonies, complex arrangements, ripping guitar solos and the band’s awe-inspiring lighting makes each show memorable. Relentlessly touring and committed to their sound, they have criss-crossed most of the western United States since 2007, playing landmark venues such as Nectar's in Seattle, Orpheum Theater in Flagstaff, Rialto Theater in Tucson, The Top Hat in Missoula, Brick and Mortar in San Francisco and House of Blues in San Diego.

Brothers Gow, composed of Alex Gow Bastine (keys, vox), Carson Church (bass), Kyle Merrill (guitar, vox, trumpet), Ethan Wade (guitar, vox), and Nathan Walsh-Haines (drums, vox) serendipitously landed in the beautiful coastal city of Ocean Beach in San Diego where they were finally able to hone their true style & sound using the ocean as their inspiration. Their lighting designer and additional band member, Matt Collier (MC6), brings his own artistic nuance to add to the overall live experience. With a three tier intelligent lighting rig and advanced software, Collier uses texture and movement to create a truly dynamic and engaging light show.

Brothers Gow is poised and ready to make huge strides in 2014. They’ll be embarking on an extensive Summer Tour and are releasing their 4th album, Reflections, due out soon. The new album features a mix of uptempo ballads, proggy instrumentals, angelic harmonies and introspective lyrics meant to inspire loving what you do and doing what you love. Also to mention is the establishment of the Brothers Gow Foundation for Music Education and the opening of Ocean Beach Rock and Roll – an all ages school for the Ocean Beach community to be able to learn a multitude of instruments at any level!

Be on the lookout for this genre bending, eye dilating, groove modulating quintet that lives for the road and breathes for the show.

SONIC BLOOM, the nation's premier boutique electronic music festival has announced its daily lineup schedule. Main Stage highlights include performances by Kaminanda and Vibesquad on Thursday, Tipper and The Polish Ambassador on Friday, Opiuo and Tipper on Saturday and Shpongle (Simon Postford DJ Set) and EOTO on Sunday. The SONIC BLOOM Orchestra will close out the festival on Sunday evening and will feature a jam-packed lineup including: EOTO, along with Break Science, ZILLA & Dirtwire ft. David Satori from Beats Antique plus ill-ēsha, saQi, Kaminanda on guitar and a few more surprise guests. The festival will be held over the Summer Solstice weekend on June 19-22, 2014, at a gorgeous new location only 75 min. from Denver, American Safari Ranch in South Park, Colorado.This year's festival will not only feature an epic music line-up, but it will also include a plethora of activities including: huge and awe-inspiring art installations, the largest Funktion-One sound system in Colorado, a kid zone, 21 live painters including the creator of the 2014 SONIC BLOOM poster and merchandise, Adam Psybe, 27 movement and yoga classes, 30 guest speakers and workshops and much more.SONIC BLOOM is excited to present the rare opportunity to get up-close and personal with Andrew "Android" Jones as he presents an Electro Mineral Portrait workshop. Android will create an electro-mineral portrait from a live model using the latest advancements in digital software and mineral hardware. Android will share his insight into the electronic creative art process and the psychology of how our brains are wired to need and appreciate art. Over the course of 2 hours, Android will work from a live model and take the students step by step from sketch to form, value, color and light, to a finished portrait.Even the showers at SONIC BLOOM are a pure work of art. This year features The Oasis, a mobile bathhouse which is both an art installation and a full service showering plus grooming facility with an attached massage zone. Trailers feature 12 open-air hand crafted cedar shower stalls, 2 dressing rooms, and a 3 sink grooming station. Offerings also include the All One Ark, a lively and interactive foam-blasting shower alternative for groups powered by Dr. Bronner's Magic castille soaps, cedar-lined with a sound system, water dispenser and cold rinse. Grooming at The Oasis is a unique and luxurious experience. For more information visit: http://oasisexpress.comWhat is better than art but art that gives back to the community. SONIC BLOOM and Conscious Alliance are proud to announce they will be teaming up once again to host an 'Art That Feeds' Food Drive at this year's event in Georgetown, Colorado. All patrons who donate 10 non-perishable food items will receive a FREE limited-edition SONIC BLOOM poster created by Luke Brown. Conscious Alliance always encourages food donations to be low-sodium and health oriented products. ORGANIC food donations are especially encouraged. RAMEN NOODLES will NOT be accepted for the free poster.Tier 2 GA tickets sales will end on Sunday, June 15 at 11:59pm MST, so get them while you can. Camping and RV Tickets and a limited number of VIP are also on-sale now. For more information on ticketing and the artist lineup schedule please visit: www.sonicbloomfestival.com.

The inaugural South Park Music & Camping Festival, presented by Cannabis Network Radio & KTCL 93.3FM, will take place on 4th of July Weekend (July 3 - 5, 2014) at the beautiful American Safari Ranch in Fairplay, Colorado. South Park Music Festival (SPMF) celebrates a love for music and our rights and freedom of choice by honoring the legalization of cannabis in Colorado over the country's Independence Day weekend.

SPMF holds true to the philosophy that diversity creates unity. After years of seeing specific niche type festivals, it was time to have a music festival that combined the likes of Woodstock, Ultra Music Festival, Bonnaroo and Coachella together to make the most inclusive Music Festival in decades, and never seen before in Colorado. SPMF is a true music-lover's festival with a well-rounded lineup featuring a wide variety of music genres, offering something for everyone to enjoy. The final lineup includes Slightly Stoopid, Tech N9ne, Paper Diamond, Steel Pulse, Matisyahu, Collie Buddz, Heroes X Villains, The Flobots, Kottonmouth Kings, Blackalicious, Souls of Mischief, Alien Ant Farm and many more.

This three-day event combines an entire summer's worth of activities into one all-inclusive weekend. SPMF is for people who love music, love cannabis and pays homage to the great State of Colorado and its citizens for allowing the true love of music and cannabis culture to come together in a one-of-a-kind experience. Festival-goers will enjoy three stages with state-of-the-art sound, lasers and lighting, a huge fireworks display that will rival any major city and some truly EPIC surprises. SPMF will also feature interactive live art installations, moon bounces, a full bar, entertainers, merchandise vendors, the very best in cannabis-related products and an amazing selection of food & drinks.

Along with multiple stages and the nation's top musical acts, the festival will offer a variety of cannabis-curated workshops including presentations on the current state of recreational cannabis, instructional information on how to grow and purchase cannabis properly. The festival will also feature The Underground Cup, designed to reach out to the Colorado cannabis community and enable the talented independent, small growers and extract artists to be recognized in the mainstream cannabis industry. The goal is to bridge the gap between the BIG cannabis industry and "the little guys". Cannabis is legal for everyone 21+ to consume, and medically available for patients 18+. All adults 21+ will be able to enjoy cannabis at the festival and all redcard holders 18+ will be able to consume for medicinal purposes. These guidelines will be strictly enforced by an onsite security team to ensure our complete compliance with the law.

As a thank you to the Colorado community for their support of cannabis legalization, South Park Music Festival is offering $89 Weekend Passes (camping included). For those who want to camp in style or need to rent camping gear, South Park Music Festival is offering rentals on "glamping tents" and camping gear packages. VIP packages will also be available and include an exclusive front row area at the main stage and camping area, private VIP areas with private bars, food stations and tented areas. For information, lineup and ticketing information please visit the official South Park Music & Camping Festival website: www.southparkfest.com.

Nominated for Best Jazz Artist 2013 at the San Diego Music Awards, The Earful, formed in late 2008, is a high-powered, in your face, shake your booty machine that will funk you just right.The band touches on various styles of the funk in all of its forms and pays tribute to the masters. The Earful features members of The Mars Volta, The Devastators, and B-Side Players. With heavy sound from the Hammond Organ, funky bass lines and stabbing brass hits, this 7 piece all-star lineup is sure to get your rump bumpin'.

Having shared the stage with amazing talent such as Soulive, Level 42, Groundation, Orgone, The Aggrolites and Les Nubians, they bring a paint peeling, barn-burning intensity that is unforgettable.

Catch The Earful with Big Sam's Funky Nation at Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom in Denver on July 11th.

Ticket Link: http://ticketf.ly/1r6OMbW

Facebook Event Listing: https://www.facebook.com/theearful/app_123966167614127

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Jelly Bread’s musical alchemy blends a dash of alt-rock with soul and funk, yet is thoroughly steeped in Rock-Americana. The band’s chameleonic playlist is highlighted by dual vocals, four part harmonies, in-the-pocket drum and bass grooves, swampy lap steel guitar, dirt under the fingernails guitar licks, and take-’em-to-church organ that is downright appetizing. Jelly Bread has emerged with a high-energy calling card that melds elements of desert twang and the urban tones of funk & rock, balanced by exceptional songwriting and storytelling.

Jelly Bread has been tapped to perform opening duties for the likes of Robert Cray, Robert Randolph and the Family Band, Dragon Smoke (members of Galactic), The Motet, Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, Lukas Nelson and the Promise of the Real, Pimps of Joytime, Sister Sparrow and the Dirty Birds and performed on a bill featuring Bruce Hornsby and Railroad Earth. The band has appeared at premiere festivals to include Joshua Tree, Strawberry and High Sierra Music Festivals.

Over the course of the 2013 summer, in between touring, Jelly Bread spent time recording at Imirage Sound Lab with Tom Gordon who has worked with the likes of Ozzy Osbourne, Collective Soul, Dr. Dre, Boyz II Men, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, among many others.  After months of dedication, the band emerged with a its latest EP titled "Lessons Learned".  

The new EP, includes the head-nodding, signature energetic funk and rock soul listeners have come to expect from Jelly Bread, while it also maintains the honest storytelling of the more Americana influences Jelly Bread has been rooted in since its inception.

Jelly Bread, Live with Blue Stone Mojo at Quixotes True Blue 

Yamn is one of the most progressive Rock-tronic acts in the Denver music scene. Their sound combines soulful rock elements that soar over heart-warming peaks and drive into head-banging rock riffs with entrancing synth melodies, hard dance beats and electronic overtones. Their live experience scintillates the senses with courageous beats and grooves that cause instant, contagious grins to ripple across the undulating crowds. Yamn has also become well known for their extensive lighting design, which enhances their full-bodied, crisp melodies and free-flowing power jams, elevating the whole experience to a world-class rock show.

Their second full-length album, Unity of Opposites, perfectly states the band’s mastery of fusion. The 14-song, double-disc album covers Yamn’s musical versatility. Touching mainly on straight up Rock n’ Roll and Live Electronica, the music creates an original, very unique sound. The album makes the point that by combining two “opposite” genres, a band can create a blend of sound that is both original and enjoyable to the ear.

With more than 150,000 miles under their belt, the trance-fusion rockers continue hurtling toward their evolving vision. As their dedication, virtuosity and pure enjoyment propel them across the United States, Yamn’s focus remains on the here, the now and the what-is-to-be while continually fulfilling the journey of enhancing their lives and the lives of those listening with powerful and seductive sounds.

Denver's own Yamn is thrilled to announce their West Coast winter tour. The tour will kick off in Denver on March 6 and will continue through Colorado hitting mountain towns, Frisco, Vail, Winter Park, Steamboat and Breckenridge before the quartet heads west to Salt Lake City, Moscow, Bend and Portland, to name a few.

Yamn is one of the most progressive Rock-tronic acts in the Denver music scene. Their sound combines soulful rock elements that soar over heart-warming peaks and drive into head-banging rock riffs with entrancing synth melodies, hard dance beats and electronic overtones. Their live experience scintillates the senses with courageous beats and grooves that cause instant, contagious grins to ripple across the undulating crowds. Yamn has also become well known for their extensive lighting design, which enhances their full-bodied, crisp melodies and free-flowing power jams, elevating the whole experience to a world-class rock show.

Their second full-length album, Unity of Opposites, perfectly states the band's mastery of fusion. The 14-song, double-disc album covers Yamn's musical versatility. Touching mainly on straight up Rock n' Roll and Live Electronica, the music creates an original, very unique sound. The album makes the point that by combining two "opposite" genres, a band can create a blend of sound that is both original and enjoyable to the ear.

With more than 150,000 miles under their belt, the trance-fusion rockers continue hurtling toward their evolving vision. As their dedication, virtuosity and pure enjoyment propel them across the United States, Yamn's focus remains on the here, the now and the what-is-to-be while continually fulfilling the journey of enhancing their lives and the lives of those listening with powerful and seductive sounds.

Tour Dates:

Mar 6- Bluebird Theater- Denver, CO

March 13- Barkley Ballroom- Frisco, CO

March 14- Samana Lounge- Vail, CO

March 20- Ullr's- Winter Park, Co

March 21- Old Town Pub- Steamboat Springs, CO

March 25- Salt Creek- Breckenridge, CO

March 26- Bar Deluxe- Salt Lake City, UT

March 27- The Cabin- Park City, UT

March 28- Treefort Music Fest- Boise, ID

Apr 3- Aggie Theatre- Fort Collins, CO

Apr 4- Fox Theatre- Boulder, CO

Apr 10- Top Hat- Missoula, MT

Apr 11- John's Alley- Moscow, ID

Apr 15- Volcanic Theater Pub- Bend, OR

Apr 16- Nectar Lounge- Seattle, WA 

Apr 17- Wild Buffalo- Bellingham, WA

Apr 18- The Goodfoot- Portland, OR

SONIC BLOOM, the nation's premier boutique electronic music festival, is pleased to announce the initial lineup for their 10th annual festival. This year's headliners include STS9 (2 sets), Shpongle (Simon Posford DJ set), Emancipator, The Trancident, Talib Kweli, Random Rab, Phutureprimitive and many more. Celebrating their 10th annual festival, family reunion style, SONIC BLOOM will once again be held during the Summer Solstice the weekend of June 18-21, 2015, at a gorgeous new location: Hummingbird Ranch in Rye, Colorado.

Unifying a cast of some of the world's most electrifying musicians, performers, visionaries and artists, SONIC BLOOM is an inspiring showcase of the best of Colorado's vibrant live and electronic music scene and is at the forefront of the transformative festival movement. SONIC BLOOM has been credited for helping to break the careers of Bassnectar, The Glitch Mob, Beats Antique, Big Gigantic and Pretty Lights as it is known for discovering and hosting the most progressive electronic innovators and live electronic acts with styles that span the electronic music spectrum: from the highly celebrated to the relatively unknown.

SONIC BLOOM has also just announced The Unified Field, the official SONIC BLOOM pre-party, a 2-night dual-venue indoor minifest that will happen in Denver, CO, on April 24 & 25 at Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom & The Other Side. This year's artists include Thriftworks, Dirtwire ft. David Satori from Beats Antique, Andreilien, That 1 Guy, Fort Knox Five and more. Limited advance early-bloomer pre-sales for The Unified Field are now on sale for only $30 (while they last).

4-Day General Passes include entry into the festival on Thursday, free on-site camping and free drinking water. VIP 4-Day Passes, parking passes, limited car camping passes and RV passes are also now on sale. For more information on SONIC BLOOM, please visit the official website: www.sonicbloomfestival.com.

NYC trio Consider the Source defy easy description. Drawing from progressive rock, fusion and jazz, with alien sounds soaked in Indian and Middle Eastern styles, CTS blends disparate parts into a striking, utterly original whole. Dubbed “Sci-Fi Middle Eastern Fusion”, the band’s music strikes a rare balance between cerebral and emotional, intellectual and primal. A relentless touring schedule has won the band a fervent following from California to Israel, with fans ranging from jam-band hippies and jazz cats to corpse-painted headbangers and prog geeks.

Formed in 2004, Consider the Source features Gabriel Marin on fretless double-neck guitar, bassist John Ferrara, and drummer/percussionist Jeff Mann. Marin “boasts insane chops, impeccable time, mastery of diverse traditional scales, rare fretless guitar fluency, and a gift for manipulating effects”. He channels the mystical fury of McLaughlin and Coltrane into wailing melodies, kaleidoscopic soundscapes and bone-shaking riffs. With a background in classical musics both European and Indian, and an instinct for avant-jazz and destructive metal, Marin’s hypnotic fusion of styles is ever unpredictable. Ferrara has been called “a tried and true nerd of the low end that translates the mystery of chops into a musical and improvisational environment”. His propulsive and percussive attack is equally suited to simple grooves and impossible chords, and can ground the music or launch it into space. His madcap gumbo of slap bass, Indian rhythms, earthy minimalism and complex tapping constantly pushes into strange new worlds, whilst dropping thick booty-clapping beats. Underneath them lies Mann’s rolling thunder; dense rhythmic architecture built from pure swagger and bounce. Half double-bass prog-metal, half crackle-pop Buddy Rich-swing, with African and Balkan swirls, Mann’s muscular, freewheeling polyrhythms are the engine fuel for CTS’s multiversal mischief. Even when not improvising, the band’s music is always a conversation, a roiling stew of dynamic interplay. Each member of Consider the Source alternately leads and follows, spars and assists; in any single song, alliances are made and broken, bargains struck and divorces finalized.

Touring from coast to coast, as well as Europe and the Middle East, has not only earned the band thousands of fans, but has allowed them to perform with a wide variety of well-known artists, including Victor Wooten, Wayne Krantz, King Crimson Projekt, Kris Myers (Umphrey’s McGee), Wyclef Jean, Andy Statman, Matt Darriau (Paradox Trio), Oteil Burbridge, Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey, Dumpstaphunk, Keller Williams, George Porter Jr., Jeff Sipe, Panzerballet (Germany), Eatliz (Israel), Freak Kitchen (Sweden), Morglbl (France) and many others. They have performed at numerous festivals and events including Burning Man, Gathering of the Vibes, the NYC Fretless Guitar Festival, Catskill Chill, Sun Seekers Ball (Canada), Aura Music & Arts Festival (Florida), Jazz Fest (New Orleans), Head For The Hills Festival & SXSW (Texas), Rootwire (Ohio) and the NYC Gypsy Festival, to name a handful.

Consider the Source at The Lazy Dog

Boulder, CO

Friday, March 20th, 2015

21+

$7

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/613153555455186

SONIC BLOOM, the nation's premier boutique electronic music festival, is pleased to announce the second wave of artists for the 2015 festival. Second wave artists include the SONIC BLOOM SuperJam featuring Dave Watts, Garrett Sayers, Joey Porter, Jans Ingber, Ryan Jalbert, Gabriel Mervine, Matt Pitts, Jason Hann (& more TBA). Additional wave two acts include: Caspa, Manic Focus, Rob Garza (Thievery Corporation), ill-esha, Yamn, Nominus, LYNX, The Malah, saQi and Adham Shaikh, to name a few. The 10th annual festival SONIC BLOOM will be held during the Summer Solstice the weekend of June 18-21, 2015, at a gorgeous new location: Hummingbird Ranch in Rye, Colorado.

The second wave of artists is in addition to the already stacked initial lineup that includes headliner's, STS9 (2 sets), Shpongle (Simon Posford DJ set), Emancipator, The Trancident which will feature Michael Travis, Jason Hann, Michael Kang and Kyle Hollingsworth and many more.

Dates for The Road to SONIC BLOOM have been announced. This is the second year of The Road to SONIC BLOOM tour, which will send a roving lineup of present, past and future SONIC BLOOM, Sonic Blossom and The Unified Field performers across the country to spread the BLOOM vibe. A combination of wildly varied lineup of DJs, producers, live electronic acts, with painters, dancers and performance artists will criss-cross the country this spring as we approach the summer festival. See a full list of dates and cities below.

SONIC BLOOM has also announced The Unified Field, the official SONIC BLOOM pre-party, a 2-night dual-venue indoor mini-fest that will happen in Denver, CO, on April 24 & 25 at Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom & The Other Side. This year's artists include Thriftworks, Dirtwire ft. David Satori from Beats Antique, Andreilien, That 1 Guy, Fort Knox Five and more. Limited advance early-bloomer pre-sales for The Unified Field are now on sale for only $30 (while they last).

4-Day General Passes include entry into the festival on Thursday, free on-site camping and free drinking water all weekend. VIP 4-Day Passes, parking passes, limited car camping passes and RV passes are also now on sale.

For more information on SONIC BLOOM, please visit the official website: www.sonicbloomfestival.com.

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Road to SONIC BLOOM Dates:

3.20 - Chicago, IL - Copernicus Center

4.11 - Seattle, WA - Columbia City Theater

4.15 - Santa Cruz, CA - Motiv Nightclub

4.25 - Denver, CO - Cervantes Ballroom

5.2 - Wappinger Falls, NY - Chapel of Sacred Mirrors

5.7 - Newark, NJ - Seed Gallery

5.8 - Boston, MA - The Middle East

5.9 - New York, NY - Slake

5.20 - Asheville, NC - Asheville Music Hall

Campout For The Cause, a three-day roots music and lifestyle festival, will be held over Memorial Day Weekend, May 22-24, 2015, at Rancho Del Rio. The beautiful riverside venue is just 40 minutes from Vail, Colorado, and is an ideal spot for the outdoor event featuring live music, camping, yoga of all styles, stand-up paddleboarding and lifestyle workshops for individuals, friends and families.

Music headliners will include Campout favorites, Fruition and Elephant Revival, as well as the renowned singer-songwriter, Gregory Alan Isakov, who will strike a chord with what is sure to be a memorable festival debut. Also jamming on stage will be Bonfire, HONEYHONEY, Birds Of Chicago, and the darlings of Avon's WinterWonderGrass 2015, Dustbowl Revival.

For 2015, Campout For The Cause is proud to offer additional yoga classes on the schedule, which will be led by local yoga instructors, as well as Gina Caputo, the Boulder-based teacher and nationally known "Yogini On The Loose." Special guest Heath Perry will be holding lifestyle workshops throughout the weekend, and the performance art featuring Fractal Tribe should not be missed. New this year, a communal cooking area with a fire for roasting food will be available for all to use.

"We are expanding our workshops and our yoga offerings, and we are so excited to be bringing in great guest teachers like Gina," explains Scotty Stoughton, founder of Campout For The Cause and owner of Bonfire Entertainment. "Campout is all about going back to our roots. It's a gathering that's really anchored by authentic artists who create from the heart."

A limited number of three-day passes will be available for $109 starting on Tuesday, March 31. Prices will increase, pending availability, to $149. The first 300 ticket buyers will receive a special invitation to set up camp early on Thursday night, and will also receive exclusive access to the fireside family cookout and jam session, featuring acoustic performances around the campfire with Gipsy Moon, Fruition, Bonfire and more.

A portion of all proceeds benefit the international non-profit organization, All Hands Volunteers, and the Eagle Valley Land Trust, a local non-profit. This year, Campout For The Cause is proud to partner with American Rivers, a non-profit conservation organization dedicated to protecting and restoring America's rivers.

Campout has stated a mission to "Walk The Talk"-a platform founded in the commitment to inspire lifestyle awareness and event sustainability, along with the intention to foster a community of responsible and respectful festival participants. The festival is dedicated to staying a zero-waste event with low environmental impact.

Free water will be available on site to fill reusable containers, and each attendee will receive a free Klean Kanteen stainless steel mug for discounted beverages.

Important note: For the first time, there will be NO TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR. For more information and to purchase advance tickets, visit www.campoutforthecause.org.

The third annual Beanstalk Music & Mountain Festival, taking place May 29-31 at State Bridge Amphitheater in Bond, Colorado, has announced an array of special musical projects for their 2015 festival. The Magic Brownie Super Jam, will feature Marc Brownstein and Allen Aucoin of The Disco Biscuits with Scott Hachey and Casey Russell of The Magic Beans along with some special guests. And get ready for an action packed set from Hollywood Nights, composed of Aron Magner & Allen Aucoin of The Disco Biscuits, Tom Hamilton of American Babies plus JRAD and Clay Parnell of Particle. The festival will also feature three sets from The Magic Beans, two sets from Joe Russo's Almost Dead and Kyle Hollingsworth Band featuring Michael Kang plus Iron Horse, The Main Squeeze, Juno What?!, American Babies and more.

Beanstalk Music & Mountain Festival was started by The Magic Beans, a Nederland, CO band. What began merely in the imagination of Scott Hachey and Ryan Noel as a two-day event music and camping event to celebrate good music in the mountains, has grown, to a three-day extravaganza featuring 12 bands. "Since its inception, the enthusiasm and support for the festival has been unbelievable" said Hachey. "We are constantly working to bring in high-level acts that the fans are asking for while showcasing local acts people know and love."

In addition to music, the festival features an array of outdoor activities such as rafting, SUP, hiking and more. Music will start late in the day, allowing all patrons to enjoy the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains. The intimate venue is located along the banks of the Colorado River offers a truly unique Rocky Mountain concert experience. Rancho del Rio will be the official camping location for 2015, just a short trip down the road, with free shuttles running to and from State Bridge all weekend.

Beanstalk Mountain & Music Festival tickets are on-sale now and for more information, please visit the official website: http://www.beanstalkfestival.com.

The 5th Annual LoHi Music Festival will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2015, at 32nd Avenue & Vallejo right in the heart of Denver, across from Highland Tap & Burger in the Lower Highlands. Today, organizers are proud to announce the addition of the fast-picking Nashville wunderkinds, The Infamous Stringdusters, to the already-stacked lineup featuring Kung Fu, Hot Buttered Rum, Roosevelt Collier's Colorado Get Down, The Malah, Joey Porter's Vital Organ and Vine Street Vibes. And as always, festival goers can expect special guest performers throughout the day.

It wouldn't be the LoHi Music Festival without a theme for patrons to gear up in their best festy flair and costumes to strut their stuff on the dance floor. The 2015 Safari theme is sure to be one for the books. Complete with an ambiance team made up of safari animals running loose in the street, expect hoopers, amazing lighting rigs and drones to capture the entire spectacle. Food is always a highlight at the festival and this year patrons can enjoy delicious eats from the Highland Tap & Burger, Uncle and the maiden voyage of Bar Dough's pizzas. The festival will also welcome back the leading national authority in zero waste management, ZeroHero. ZeroHero empowers people with the knowledge and systems needed to easily recycle, compost and divert waste from the events.

Presented for the second year in a row by Beverage Distributors, The Lohi Music Festival VIP area and all the bars will feature the best in local and national spirits, wine and beer. A VIP ticket will include access to the VIP tent, viewing area and private bathrooms plus food and drinks. The festival will once again benefit the local non-profit organization, Denver Police Officers Foundation, showing support by helping to supplement officers' off-duty pay.

The six masterminds behind the Highland Tap & Burger created LoHi Music Festival with the goal of producing a street fair featuring the best of what Colorado has to offer. "By bringing a full scale music festival to the neighborhood, we hope to help create a better sense of community with the ability to meet and socialize with your neighbors. Here we are, five years later, and our vision has grown into one of the largest and most reputable city festivals in Denver." said Paul Brown, one of the Highland Tap & Burger owners and lead producer of LoHi Music Festival. "There is just something about being able to walk to a neighborhood party that features local bands and sponsors that makes people smile."

The festival doesn't simply end when the headliner is over. The festivities continue at Cervantes for the Official After Party featuring Hot Buttered Rum & Friends, Kung Fu & The Malah. Tickets for the festival and after party are onsale now at http://lohimusicfestival.com/

Campout For The Cause has released the music, yoga, workshop and SUP clinic schedules for the 2015 festival. This three-day roots music and lifestyle festival will be held over Memorial Day Weekend, May 22-24, 2015, at Rancho Del Rio, a beautiful riverside venue just 40 minutes northwest of Vail. 100% of the net proceeds will benefit the festival's non-profit partners: The Eagle Valley Land Trust, an organization that preserves over 7,000 acres of permanently conserved land in Eagle County, All Hands Volunteers, an organization that provides hands-on assistance to survivors of natural disasters around the world and American Rivers, a nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting and restoring America's rivers.

Campout will feature Main Stage performances by headliners Dustbowl Revival and Fruition on Friday, Elephant Revival and Grant Farm on Saturday and Gregory Alan Isakov and Shook Twins on Sunday. The festival will also feature daily yoga, belly dancing, SUP clinics and SUP yoga each day. This year's workshops include an introduction to hand drums and rhythm class lead by drummer Jake Wolf. In addition, Heath Perry will teach two workshops on nutrition and the benefits of using healthy foods, herbs, brews and elixirs to cure the most common ailments. Heath Perry will also teach a permaculture paradigm workshop and will explain sustainable methods for growing, making and purchasing healthy and sustainable foods, personal hygiene and more.

Campout For The Cause is dedicated to being a zero-waste event with low environmental impact. The festival has stated a mission to "Walk The Talk", a platform founded in the commitment to inspire lifestyle awareness and event sustainability, along with the intention to foster a community of responsible and respectful festival participants. This year, water bottles will be given to each patron upon arrival of the festival that can be refilled with free drinking water on-site.

3-Day, 2-Day (Sat/Sun), Single Day, Early Arrival and RV Passes are on sale now. Patrons are encouraged to purchase tickets ahead of time, as tickets will not be available at the door. For more information and to purchase advance tickets, visit the Campout For The Cause new website at www.campoutforthecause.org.

Full Schedule

This summer California will experience a co-creative festival unlike any it has seen before. Once Upon A Festival is happening June 12-14, 2015 at the swimmable East Park Reservoir in California's Central Valley. It is, at its core, a collaboration of members from some of the most nationally renown transformational festivals, Burning Man camps and production teams. The collective that has created One Upon A Festival is called Paradigm Shift Collaborations which combines curators and visionaries from Envision, Lucidity, Desert Hearts, Enchanted Forest, Antennae Presents, Raindance, Sacred Spaces, Hookahdome and Emmersion.

East Park Reservoir in Colusa County, CA, is on the west side of the Sacramento Valley, just three hours north of San Francisco. The breathtaking property features vast expanses of rolling hills with amazing trees, vegetation and a gorgeous beach on a huge swimmable lake. With such a beautiful lake at the disposal, Once Upon a Festival has created an innovative festival layout by building a floating stage and floating dance platforms for daytime parties in the water. Be it day or night, Once Upon a Festival will take participants on a visual voyage through different fantasy worlds with immersive art installations, galleries, stages and environments. They also have a 24/7 sound permit, perfect for dancing till the sunrise and beyond.

Once Upon A Festival is pleased to announce their 2015 Musical acts including Emancipator, SWTO, Sweater Beats, Random Rab, Dimond Saints, Coyote Kisses, Kalya Scintilla and Desert Dwellers and more. Desert Hearts is also bringing their whole Southern California crew comprised of Mikey Lion, Lee Reynolds, Deep Jesus, Marbs & Porkchop as well as some close friends to round out their line-up.

Known for their installations at Burning Man and festivals all over the west coast, Hookadome and Sacred Spaces will be re-creating their epic, immersive art and decor. Lucidity festival will be bringing their Branches Mobile Art Gallery as well as live painters and arresting, visionary visual art to create their masterpieces throughout the festival. Enchanted Forest will be featuring the Nectar Temple, bringing a radical approach to healing and lounging. One of the truly fantastic features of Once Upon A Festival is its Faerie Tale theme, making it a place where you can engage your inner child in an awe-inspiring other-worldly realm. The festival will also feature performance art, yoga and healing, permaculture and sustainability workshops. Participation is at the core of Once Upon A Festival. From theme camps to costumes, participants will be rewarded for their personal creativity with prizes and bonuses.

Once Upon A Festival tier 2 tickets will be on sale until this Friday, May 1, 2015. Applications for musicians, yoga, performers, workshops, art installations, vendors, street team and media are now open. For more information including the lineup, the experience and tickets visit the official website http://onceuponafest.com.

Phase One of tickets to Phases of the Moon Music and Arts Festival will go on sale Friday, May 1 at 11:00 AM CDT. Phases 2015 will take place October 16-18th at Mulberry Mountain near Ozark, AR.
 
The second annual festival, created by music fans for music fans, will feature three days of 100% organic feel-good music, awe-inspiring art, camping, and more. This year’s festival will include a diverse range of art installations including large interactive sculptures, community collaborations, live art and all kinds of creativity on display.
 
Phase One Passes, as well as Camping, RV Unreserved and VIP Passes will go on sale Friday, May 1 at 11:00 AM CDT. The 2015 artist lineup will be coming in the next few weeks. For more information on Phases of the Moon Music + Art Festival please visit http://potm.us.

Beanstalk Music & Mountains Festival has released the daily music schedule for the 2015 festival. Kicking things off on the Main Stage for the Thursday night pre-party are Brothers Gow and Kitchen Dwellers. Friday night's headliners are Kyle Hollingsworth Band with Michael Kang and The Magic Beans, and on Saturday, attendees will see Juno What!, two sets of Joe Russo's Almost Dead and The Magic Beans. Closing out the festival on Sunday are Magic Brownies, Hollywood Nights and The Magic Beans.

The 3rd annual Beanstalk Music & Mountains Festival taking place May 29th-31st at State Bridge Amphitheater in Bond, Colorado, will feature an array of special music projects. The Magic Brownie Super Jam features Marc Brownstein and Allen Aucoin of The Disco Biscuits with Scott Hachey and Casey Russell of The Magic Beans with more special guests. In addition, Hollywood Nights, composed of Aron Magner & Allen Aucoin of The Disco Biscuits, Tom Hamilton of American Babies plus Joe Russo's Almost Dead and Clay Parnell of Particle.

Festival goers are encouraged to participate in the daily themes at Beanstalk this year: Studio 54 on Friday, Space Cowboy on Saturday and Zombie Celebrities on Sunday. Beanstalk will also feature outdoor activities such as rafting, SUP, hiking and more. State Bridge Amphitheater is located along the banks of the Colorado River, offering a truly unique concert experience in the Rockies. Rancho del Rio will be the official camping location for 2015, just a short trip down the road, with free shuttles running to and from State Bridge all weekend.

Beanstalk Mountain & Music Festival tickets are on sale now. For more information, please visit the official website: http://www.beanstalkfestival.com

The clock is ticking as we approach the final days before our 10 Year Family Reunion at Hummingbird Ranch over the summer solstice!

Today we are thrilled to announce the addition of The Motet as our final headliner on the already stacked line-up. Coming off their SOLD OUT Red Rocks show this past weekend, you bet they will bring their A-game to SONIC BLOOM to add some down-and-dirty Colorado funk to our eclectic 2015 line-up!!

We also are very excited to share the performance schedules (see below) with you so that you and your friends can plan your days and nights.

And for those of you who have been waiting, we now have a LIMITED RELEASE of TIER 1, 2-day and 3-day tickets:
**3-day passes (Friday thru Sunday) are on sale now for $195
**2-day passes (Friday & Saturday) are on sale now for $150
**2-day passes (Saturday & Sunday) are on sale now for $150

Brooklyn natives, High & Mighty Brass Band are thrilled to release the first of their two part EP and second effort, "KREWE YORK: PART I" on Friday, July 24, 2015. Recorded almost completely live to capture the true essence of their show at The Bunker in Williamsburg, NY, the EP will showcase 4 original tracks and a classic cover tune. The EP features music written by the band's drummer and bandleader, Evan Howard as well as an interlude by trumpeter Ivan Jackson. The single "Acid Washed Jeans" was written spontaneously composed by the group in a parking lot of a community college! The EP will mark the first recording with the band's new lineup and will feature sounds from Disco to Trap.

Recorded on a 24 track / two-inch Studer tape machine, "KREWE YORK: PART I" was captured almost completely as a single live performance, with very few overdubs. Recorded and mixed by engineer/bassist John Davis and mastered by, Kevin Blackler, the EP features the full nine piece band.

High & Mighty Brass Band is like no other brass on the scene today. The high-energy party band has shared the stage with music legends, Dr. John, Snarky Puppy, Cyril Neville, Trombone Shorty and Galactic just to name a few. Don't miss the band on their West coast tour this month where they'll be making stops in Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, Eugene, Bend, Portland, Seattle, Bellingham and Whistler, BC. KREWE YORK: PART II will be released later in this year.

For more information on High & Mighty Brass Band check out their official website: http://www.highandmightybrassband.com.

High & Mighty Brass Band (HMBB):

Ivan Jackson - trumpet / lead vocals

Matt Doe - trumpet /vocals

Kevin Moehringer - trombone / vocals

Nadav Nirenberg - trombone / vocals

Ray Cetta - sousaphone  / vocals

Andrew Miramonti - guitar / vocals

Chauncey Yearwood - percussion / lead vocals

Jamie "Lil Cook" Neumann - / vocals

Evan Howard  - drums / vocals / band leader

Tour Dates:

7.16-19.15  Wanderlust // Lake Tahoe, CA

7.21.15  The Chapel // San Francisco

7.23.15  Drake Park // Bend, OR

7.24.15  Hi-Fi Music Hall // Eugene, OR

7.25.15  Goodfoot Lounge // Portland, OR

7.28.15  Nectar Lounge // Seattle, WA

7.29.15  The Green Frog Cafe // Bellingham, WA

7.30.15-8.2.15  Wanderlust // Whistler, BC

Residency: Every Tues night at Apotheké in Chinatown, NYC

Come join The Dyrty Byrds in celebrating the life of Troy Goode at the Park House in Denver on September 13th at 2:00PM.

FEATURING: The Dyrty Byrds

SILENT AUCTION: Artwork donated by Marq Sxpusxta, Chuck Sperry Emek Artman, Furthur Frames, Miles Tsang, Jermaine Rogers, Widespread Panic, Hard Working Americans, Matt Leunig and other community favorites. Concert tickets donated by AEG live.

ONLINE AUCTION FOR SOME OF THE iTEMS IS AT

http://goodepeople.org/auction/

Donations can be made at the link below:

http://www.youcaring.com/kelli-goode-395627#.Va09gMbeBEg.facebook

ALL PROCEEDS GO TO TROY’S WIFE, KELLI, AND SON, RYAN.

This Event is All Ages!

If you would like to donate to the silent auction please contact [email protected]

To learn more about what happened to Troy click the link below

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1m6jFyoZTeu7VHVtZosnoXuhA5E_SRpJPlAoiQ_2OJIg/mobilebasic?pli=1

Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds are a NY based seven-piece rock, blues, gospel and soul band. The band is led by singer Arleigh Kincheloe, with Jackson Kincheloe on harmonica, Sasha Brown on guitar, Josh Myers on bass, Dan Boyden on drums, Phil Rodriguez on trumpet and Brian Graham on saxophones.

Pink Talking Fish is bringing their live fusion of Pink Floyd, The Talking Heads and Phish to Colorado in the form of a very special concept show. The band will perform the beloved Phish rock opera GAMEHENDGE in its entirety while intertwining Pink Floyd and Talking Heads songs throughout the piece. This concept debuted to rave reviews during a sold out Halloween performance in Boston MA. The band felt that bringing the Gamehendge concept to Colorado would be perfect based on the adventurous spirit of the state’s music scene.

Supporting the show will be The Red Hot Llama Peppers; local staple The Malai Llama performing the music of The Red Hot Chili Peppers.

Pink Talking Fish Perform Gamehendge w/ The Malai Llama: Red Hot Llama Peppers: Malai Llama performing the music of Red Hot Chili Peppers

Wed, Feb 3 - Aggie Theatre, Fort Collins, CO

https://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1004665

Thu, Feb 4 -  Fox Theater, Boulder, CO

https://foxtheatre.frontgatetickets.com/event/h1uye734q6bhtd9t

Fri, Feb 5 - Oriental Theater, Denver CO

https://holdmyticket.com/checkout/event/228257

Sat, Feb 6 - Barkley Ballroom, Frisco, CO

https://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1004029

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Listen to an excerpt from the Gamehendge debut (Halloween 2015)

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Pigeons Playing Ping Pong brings end-of-the-world enthusiasm to their high-energy psychedelic funk. Their infectious electro-funk grooves, undeniable live energy and contagious smiles have their rabid fanbase "the Flock" growing exponentially. Based out of Baltimore, MD, this animated quartet has been scorching up the country with their explosive performances and danceable peaks... and they're loving every minute of it.

Pigeons Playing Ping Pong are proud to announce that they released the first track off their upcoming album Pleasure (due out in the Spring) on Friday, February 12.

About the album..

"This album is powerful and in your face. Each song, as well as the album as a whole, is cohesive, dynamic, and driven by passion. The bass is bombastic, the guitarwork is impressively funky and the drumming keeps your heart dancing from start to finish. We're beyond happy with how this album turned out." - Greg Ormont

Upcoming Tour Dates:

Averaging over one hundred shows a year – The Jauntee has quickly made a name for themselves in the New England music scene. Hailing from Boston, they’ve solidified a dedicated following in the Northeast, playing most staple venues in the area (ie. Paradise Rock Club, Nectar’s, The Spot Underground, Stone Church). Several New England festival appearances (ie. StrangeCreek, Camp Coldbrook, Disc Jam) and extensive touring down the East Coast and across the Midwest have given them Nationwide recognition, with sold out shows as far west as Denver, CO (Quixote’s). A focus on live improvisation, setlist variety, and musical exploration makes every show different from the last, truly making The Jauntee a live act to see again and again.

Drawing influence from a wide variety of bands, The Jauntee’s improvisational landscape spans multiple genres, including: Funk, Rock, Jazz, Progressive, Bluegrass, Psychedelic and Ambient music. Their willingness to explore genres, abandon all song structure, and dive into ‘the weird’ sets them apart from your average upcoming Jam Band. They aim to push the boundaries of improvisation, embrace the moment and engage the audience. With an ever-expanding song catalog and an inclination for open-ended improvisation, every show promises to be a unique experience. Whatever you want it to be!

The 6th Annual LOHI Music Festival will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2016, at 32nd Avenue & Vallejo right in the heart of Denver, across from Highland Tap & Burger in the Lower Highlands. Today, organizers are proud to announce the initial 2016 lineup including the deliciously funky headliner Karl Denson's Tiny Universe. Other acts include Kyle Hollingsworth Band, ALO (Animal Liberation Orchestra), Poor Man's Whiskey performs "Graceland", Greener Grounds, Whip Snap and the very talented Jen Hartswick and Natalie Cressman of the Trey Anastasio Band as the 2016 'Artists at Large'. More bands to be announced soon.

The LOHI Music Festival was created by the six masterminds behind the Highland Tap & Burger with the goal of producing a street fair featuring the best of what Colorado has to offer. "By bringing a full scale music festival to the neighborhood, we hope to help create a better sense of community with the ability to meet and socialize with your neighbors. Here we are, six years later, and our vision has grown into one of the largest and most reputable city festivals in Denver." said Paul Brown, one of the Highland Tap & Burger owners and lead producer of LOHI Music Festival. "There is just something about being able to walk to a neighborhood party that features local bands and sponsors that makes people smile."

Tickets are on sale now (link below) and the Official After Party at Cervantes will feature Everyone Orchestra, Poor Man's Whiskey and more TBA.

Ticket Link:

lohi2016.nightout.com

SONIC BLOOM, the nation's premier boutique electronic music festival, is pleased to announce the second wave of their 2016 lineup. In addition to this year's headliners Tipper and Bonobo (DJ set), they welcome FKJ, Phaeleh, The Grouch & Eligh, J.Philip, Bass Physics, Fort Knox Five ft Qdup, Herbie Hancock Tribute, The ReMINDers, Insightful, The Widdler, NastyNasty and many more. They will also be calling Hummingbird Ranch in Spanish Peaks Country, CO their long-term home!

The music isn't all there is to be excited about. SONIC BLOOM also engages with participants by offering world class artists and a full art gallery, active workshops, visual arts, learning experiences and yoga with much attention paid to the stunning environment that is created to indulge all the senses of the festival attendees.

The 11th Annual SONIC BLOOM will once again be held during the Summer Solstice, the weekend of June 16-19, 2016, in Colorado (location TBA). After 10 years, this premier transformational festival has fully blossomed into a regional community that reaches well beyond the gates of the festival. All of the electricity used last year was offset with 100% solar power from SunPort. In the coming years, SONIC BLOOM plans on eventually being completely free of fossil fuels in every part of its production by utilizing wind and solar power on site and other alternative energy sources. "Utilizing more efficient and intelligent forms of energy would not only be good for festival goers and the land itself, but a positive statement to the rest of humanity that something like that can be done. To be a part of something that not only upholds high standards for the planet and its participants, but also facilitates one of the best parties that you can have, is a win-win, and shows you that having a good time can carry way more substance and personal growth than you may have originally thought."

SONIC BLOOM has been credited for helping to break the careers of Bassnectar, The Glitch Mob, Beats Antique, Big Gigantic and Pretty Lights as it is known for discovering and hosting the most progressive electronic innovators and live electronic acts with styles that span the electronic music spectrum, from the highly celebrated to the relatively unknown. If you are looking what's new and hot, look no further!

4-Day General Passes include entry into the festival on Thursday, free on-site camping and free drinking water. VIP 4-Day Passes, parking passes, limited car camping passes and RV passes are also on sale.

The Hornitz (Friendship & Stoobacca) was founded in May 2006 as a horn-section-for-hire in and around the Boston area. The group worked with many notable artists such as George Clinton, Guster, and State Radio, but in 2008 The Hornitz began producing original music as a duo. “After a few years of experimenting and fine-tuning, Friendship and I have created a show that is one of the most dynamic spectacles ever produced by two people.” said Stoo. Using Human Beatbox, Bass Trombone, Tenor Saxophone, Keyboards, and live-looping equipment, they create the biggest, baddest party-funk experience you've never heard in your life!

"When I heard The Hornitz doin’ their thing, I could imagine myself playing percussion behind them, creating something crazy. They don’t have a normal set up, which I like, it’s fresh and musically it could go anywhere." ~Eric Bobo of Cypress Hill

Upcoming Tour Dates:

3.17.16 Penuche’s - Manchester, NH (w.s.g. Dale and the Zdubs)

3.18.16 Arch Street Tavern - Hartford, CT (with Jeff Bujak)

3.19.16 The Hollow - Albany, NY (with Jeff Bujak)

3.30.16 Scarlet & Grey Cafe - Columbus, OH (with Shwizz & Tweed)

3.31.16 Bullfrog Brewery - Williamsport, PA (with Tweed)

4.1.16 Kings Rook Club - Erie, NY

4.2.16  Old Crow Bar - Middletown, OH (with Vibe & Direct)

4.7.16 Pub Down Under - Saint John, NB

4.8.16 Aberdeen Cultural Center - Moncton, NB (with Stephen Lewis & The Big Band of Fun)

4.9.16 The Capital Complex - Fredericton, NB (with Stephen Lewis & The Big Band of Fun)

4.14.16 Jimmy's at Red Dogs - Wrightsville Beach, NC

4.15-16 The Roof Daytona Beach Pier - Daytona Beach, FL

4.20.16 Murphy's - Boone, NC

4.21.16 Martin's Downtown - Roanoke, VA

4.22.16 The Keystone Lounge - Cedars, PA

4.23.16 BRYAC - Bridgeport, CT

4.29.16 Ocean Mist - Matunuck Beach, RI (opening for Neutral Nation)

5.5.16 622 North - Blacksburg, VA

5.6.16 Sleepy Creek Spring Dig - Berkeley Springs, WV

5.13.16 Electric Haze - Worcester, MA

5.14.16 Penuche's - Manchester, NH

5.21.16 Domefest - Bedford, PA

5.27.16 Strange Brew - Norwich, CT (Hornitz Horns Bowie Tribute)

5.28.16 New World Tavern - Plymouth, MA

6.2.16 Mountain Music Festival - Minden, WV

6.10.16 Beanstalk Music & Mountain Festival - Westcliffe, CO

6.24.16 Cosmic Alignment: An Intentional Gathering - Ghent, NY

7.8.16 Opple Topple Fest - Doylestown, PA

8.20.16 Vermont Music Fest - Waitsfield, VT

Rising funk act Pigeons Playing Ping Pong have just announced a special 4:20 show at Charlottesville, Virginia's Jefferson Theater with People's Blues of Richmond and Disco Risqué. The date falls in the middle of the band's extensive Pleasure Tour supporting their new album due out April 1st. Pleasure Tour kicks of tonight in Morgantown, WV at Mainstage Morgantown. Tickets for the Jefferson Theater show are available HERE.

What if you could travel back to the summer of 1969 to enjoy the music and counterculture-era with better weather than Woodstock and a safer environment than Altamont? This summer, you can, with the debut of the two-day Cover Rock Festival June 25th and 26th at The Avon Performance Pavilion at Lake Nottingham (1 Lake Street Avon, CO 81620).

Set at the breathtaking base of Beaver Creek, the first annual festival offers music fans of all ages a chance to relive performances from music greats like The Who, Grateful Dead, Jimi Hendrix, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Janis Joplin and more. Nearly a dozen of the best tribute bands will pay homage to classic rock in this one-of-a-kind concert line-up.

Tickets are available on the festival website and range from $55 single-day passes to $189 for the full 21+ VIP experience, which includes free beer, happy hours, backstage access and exclusive viewing areas and merchandise.  For those looking for a free entry, the festival is currently accepting Street Team submissions through [email protected].

In addition to the music festival, Cover Rock will also be hosting a free Poster Art Exhibit featuring artists from around North America. The exhibition will run throughout the duration of the festival and is free to attendees.  Artists interested in exhibiting should apply online now. The first 30 submissions received are free.

While some may enjoy roughing it nearby, other festival goers may appreciate the generous hotel discounts offered by Comfort Inn Beaver Creek and Westin Riverfront Beaver Creek located just blocks from Cover Rock. 

For full concert line-up, tickets and updates on the 2016 festival, please visit the Cover Rock Festival online for your time travel ticket to the past.

Cover Rock Festival debuts on June 25-26 and has confirmed that former Grateful Dead member and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Tom Constanten (TC) will be performing with Colorado's own Shakedown Street along with Dave Herbert, lead guitar & vocals in JGB, in celebration of their 30th anniversary at The Avon Performance Pavilion at Lake Nottingham (1 Lake Street Avon, CO 81620).

The pairing of this legend with the Dead tribute band seems kismet in creating one psychedelic "Summer of Love" weekend. Constanten joined the Grateful Dead tour back in November 1968 as advisor and keyboardist until early 1970, when he amicably departed from the band feeling he was under-amplified. He didn't know it then, but in doing so, he expertly avoided the curse of the Dead keyboard set and instead, went on to appear on upwards of 40 albums and was inducted into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1994. Adding to his impressive involvement in music history, Constanten also performed with the Dead at the 1969 Woodstock Art & Music Festival to over half a million people.

Formed in 1987, The Original Shakedown Street is one of the longest running Grateful Dead tribute bands in the world and embodies the Dead's spirit of improvisation and discovery while maintaining an intimacy and open harmony with their audience. The band has shared the stage with Los Lobos' David Hidalgo, Jerry Jeff Walker and Melvin Seals of the Jerry Garcia Band.  

Also joining the festival are 4x20 (Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young), THE BAND Band, The Who Show, Purple Haze (Jimi Hendrix), Back to The Garden 1969 (Who have recorded Live From Daryl's House), Creedence Revived (CCR) and Caravanserai - The Santana Tribute.  A surprise guest will also be kicking off Sunday's festival line-up. 

Two-day General Admission and VIP tickets are available on the festival website. All festival goers will also have access to four food trucks, "The Wandering Mad Man" human karaoke machine, outdoor games and special photo booth opportunities with VW buses to commemorate their experience at the festival. Parents will also be happy to find a kid's lunar landing zone to entertain little ones at the festival.

The 21+ VIP passes includes twice-a-day happy hour, free beer and world class appetizers, a remarkable backstage deck with brilliant views of the Vail Valley and Beaver Creek Mountain, keepsake VIP backstage stickers, special kim cut guitar pick laminate and shaded retreat with fire pits and seating.

Cover Rock will also be hosting a free Poster Art Exhibit featuring artists from around North America. The exhibition will run throughout the duration of the festival and is free to attendees.

SONIC BLOOM, the nation's premier boutique electronic music festival at Hummingbird Ranch in Spanish Peaks Country, CO, is pleased to announce the final additions to the already stellar 2016 lineup. In addition to this year's headliners Tipper and Bonobo (DJ set), they welcome back British producer & musician OTT plus a special Pumpkin tribute featuring Everyman. To top things off, there is an amazing cast of players in the collaborative improvisational collective they call the SONIC BLOOM Orchestra: Michael Travis & Jason Hann (SCI / EOTO), Dominic Lalli (Big Gigantic), Adam Deitch & Borahm Lee (Break Science), Jesus Coomes (Lettuce), Aaron Holstein & Jamie Janover (ZILLA), Dave Watts, Joey Porter, Garrett Sayers & Dan Schwindt (The Motet), Russ Liquid, Lily Fangz, Govinda, Clozee, Vir McCoy, reSunator, Andrew Block & even more special surprise guests!

The music isn't all there is to be excited about. SONIC BLOOM also engages with participants by offering world class artists and a full art gallery, active workshops, visual arts, learning experiences and yoga with much attention paid to the stunning environment that is created to indulge all the senses of the festival attendees.

The 11th Annual SONIC BLOOM will once again be held during the Summer Solstice, the weekend of June 16-19, 2016, in Colorado and for the first time, is offering the SONIC BLOOM Academy. Created to enhance your educational experience, the Academy is a 3 day deep dive into one of four amazing intensives. Learn how to paint with the masters during the Visionary Art Series, find your connection to the earth in the Permaculture Action Series, develop more body awareness in the Movement Series and deepen your music production talents during the Ableton Live Master Series.

* 21 hours of world class educational experience

* 2 healthy, organic meals per day (brunch and dinner)

* Connections with like minded people

* Be among the very first people on site

* First priority shaded and creekside camping

* Free time in pristine Colorado wilderness

* Hiking, Biking, Creek by Day, Campfires by night

* Free filtered water included all week

* Yoga class each morning

* Campfires each night

Cover Rock Festival adds Philip Bauer, The Legend of Johnny Cash to their first annual music lineup on June 25-26 at The Avon Performance Pavilion at Lake Nottingham. He will join Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Tom Constanten (TC) of the Grateful Dead, Dave Herbert of JGB and also performing with Caravanserai - The Santana Tribute is  Adrian Areas, son of legendary original Santana member Chepito Areas.

Bauer began his entertainment career in 1985 with a win at a state-wide talent contest in Minnesota. He took 1st place in a field over 800 contestants, and in 1986, was asked to perform nightly at the fair with a 40 piece orchestra. He has had his original songs played on over 300 country music stations all across Europe, has performed on Charlie Daniels Talent Roundup on TNN and with Country Music stars including Leann Rimes, David Frizzell, Vince Gill, Jim Ed Brown and Toby Keith. AXS TV choose him as one of their "World's Greatest Tribute Bands."

After playing with Bauer, W.S. Holland, Johnny Cash's one-and-only drummer summed it up best, "It was spooky. He is the best I have ever seen."

Also joining the festival are 4&20 (Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young), THE BAND Band, Purple Haze (Jimi Hendrix), Back to The Garden 1969 (Who have recorded Live From Daryl's House), Creedence Revived (CCR) and The Who Show, who has been voted VH1's "Most Believable 70's era Who Tribute Band".  

Single-day tickets to the festival have just been released for $55.  Two-day and VIP passes may also still be purchased on the site and children under 12 receive free admittance.

And don't fret about getting fed - Cover Rock also just confirmed their food trucks for the event -- Rocky Mountain Taco, Little Pink Food Truck (gourmet soups, salads and sandwiches), and BuzzThru.   In addition to delicious fare, concert goers will also have access to "The Wandering Mad Man" human karaoke machine, outdoor games and a chance photo opportunities with VW Micro buses to commemorate your experience at the festival. Parents will also be happy to find a kid's lunar landing zone commemorating the 1969 moon landing to entertain children.

For full concert line-up, tickets and updates on the 2016 festival, please visit the CoverRockFestival.com for your time travel ticket to the past.

More tour dates:

SONIC BLOOM, the nation's premier boutique electronic music festival returning to Hummingbird Ranch in Spanish Peaks Country, CO, is excited to announce the first wave of the 2017 lineup. This year’s headliners include: Gigantic Cheese Biscuit, a unique lineup never before assembled featuring members of 3 pioneering live electronic bands coming together for a one-time very special set of music: Dominic Lalli, Jeremy Salken (Big Gigantic), Michael Kang, Michael Travis, Jason Hann (The String Cheese Incident / EOTO), Marc Brownstein, Aron Magner (The Disco Biscuits), along with The Polish Ambassador, The Floozies, Claude VonStroke, Ott., Haywyre, Minnesota, Random Rab,The Funk Hunters with Chali 2na and many more.

Melding the world's most talented musicians, performers, visionaries and artists, SONIC BLOOM, is an inspiring showcase of the best of Colorado's vibrant live and electronic music scene and is at the forefront of the transformative festival movement. SONIC BLOOM is known for booking and discovering fresh, progressive electronic acts with styles that span the musical spectrum; from the highly celebrated to the relatively unknown. 

The music isn’t all there is to be excited about. SONIC BLOOM also engages with participants by offering world class artists and a full art gallery, active workshops, visual arts, learning experiences and yoga with much attention paid to the stunning environment that is created to indulge all the senses of the festival attendees. And with the addition of the SONIC BLOOM Academy last year, people now have the chance to enhance their educational experience leading into the 4-day festival with a 3-day deep-dive into several intensive full-day workshops making for an incredible full-week experience.

4-Day General Passes include entry into the festival on Thursday, free on-site camping and free drinking water. VIP 4-Day Passes, parking passes, limited car camping passes and RV passes are also now on sale. For more information on SONIC BLOOM, please visit the official website: sonicbloomfestival.com

SONIC BLOOM, the nation's premier boutique electronic music festival returning to Hummingbird Ranch in Spanish Peaks Country, CO, is excited to announce the first wave of the 2017 lineup. This year’s headliners include: Gigantic Cheese Biscuit, a unique lineup never before assembled featuring members of 3 pioneering live electronic bands coming together for a one-time very special set of music: Dominic Lalli, Jeremy Salken (Big Gigantic), Michael Kang, Michael Travis, Jason Hann (The String Cheese Incident / EOTO), Marc Brownstein, Aron Magner (The Disco Biscuits), along with The Polish Ambassador, The Floozies, Claude VonStroke, Ott., Haywyre, Minnesota, Random Rab,The Funk Hunters with Chali 2na and many more.

Melding the world's most talented musicians, performers, visionaries and artists, SONIC BLOOM, is an inspiring showcase of the best of Colorado's vibrant live and electronic music scene and is at the forefront of the transformative festival movement. SONIC BLOOM is known for booking and discovering fresh, progressive electronic acts with styles that span the musical spectrum; from the highly celebrated to the relatively unknown.

The music isn’t all there is to be excited about. SONIC BLOOM also engages with participants by offering world class artists and a full art gallery, active workshops, visual arts, learning experiences and yoga with much attention paid to the stunning environment that is created to indulge all the senses of the festival attendees. And with the addition of the SONIC BLOOM Academy last year, people now have the chance to enhance their educational experience leading into the 4-day festival with a 3-day deep-dive into several intensive full-day workshops making for an incredible full-week experience.

4-Day General Passes include entry into the festival on Thursday, free on-site camping and free drinking water. VIP 4-Day Passes, parking passes, limited car camping passes and RV passes are also now on sale. For more information on SONIC BLOOM, please visit the official website: sonicbloomfestival.com

MarchFourth is a genre-breaking force of entertainment. This explosion of brassy funk, rock, and jazz emanates from fifteen or so performers: musicians, acrobats, stilters and more, touring the country year-round, stealing the festival wherever they appear, taking audiences on a joy-inducing, booty-shaking, soul-stirring journey that defies categorization. Word on the street: You have to see it to believe it!

In April 2015, MarchFourth musicians traveled to New Orleans and spent ten days recording at The Parlor Recording Studio, making their fourth studio album, MAGIC NUMBER, their first in over five years. With Producer Ben Ellman (Galactic) and Engineer/Producer Mikael “Count” Eldridge (DJ Shadow, Tycho, Galactic, Trombone Shorty) at the helm, this album is full of the captivating grooves and brassy swagger you have come to expect from M4, plus a healthy dose of New Orleans magic, with guest appearance by Trombone Shorty, Stanton Moore (drums), and Matt Perrine (sousaphone). The album was fan-funded through Kickstarter and was independently released on September 30, 2016.

“MAGIC NUMBER represents a shift in the band’s musical evolution, featuring more vocals and guitar than our previous records.” Founding member and band leader, John Averill, who also sings and plays electric bass says, “It is also the first record by “MarchFourth” (although we can still be found on Spotify, CD Baby and iTunes as "March Fourth Marching Band")".

“From the first note to the last, the sound was pumping and the fun never stopped,” exclaimed USA Today. “It’s worth noting that there are serious musicians behind all the fun. I was a music major in college and it’s obvious these guys (and gals) have had lots of training and formal practice. Talented band geeks turned rebels. When one of the horn players steps up to improvise a solo, you know it’s going to be a treat.”

“Working with a large group of talented songwriters and musicians in M4 made the project go really smoothly. Wherever the band goes they sort of set up camp… that led to a really creative working communal environment.” Producer Ben Ellman states, “It's always exciting to work with a band that is open to experimentation and different possibilities. MarchFourth came in wanting to expand their sonic pallet from what they've done previously.”

Widely recognized for the allure of their live show, MarchFourth breaks ground with their music in the forefront on MAGIC NUMBER.  Catch MarchFourth at The Fox Theater in Boulder, Colorado on February 24th, 2017

MarchFourth at Fox Theatre with Pimps of Joytime

The Joe Marcinek Band is on tour and will be making a stop in Boulder this month at Owsley's Golden Road, Saturday, February, 19th, 2017. The Joe Marcinek Band is an ever-evolving mixture of original compositions and incredible musicians. Each show has a slightly different lineup and interpretation. The music is a blend of jazz and funk with a cerebral emphasis on groove and improvisation. They dropped their latest album ‘Slink’ via Hitman Records on Friday, December 9th, featuring Bernie Worrell’s (P-Funk, Talking Heads) last recording and produced by Joey Porter (The Motet).

Joe Marcinek Band

Owsley's Golden Road

Boulder, CO

The Deadphish Orchestra is a quartet of Colorado musicians who, above all, are close friends who have played music together for many years. They had played Grateful Dead songs together, and they had played Phish songs together. But they got to wondering what would happen if they tried to merge the music of these two bands, the Granddaddies and Daddies of the jamband scene.

While these two bands have their surface similarities, most fans realize that their actual musical styles are quite different. The Grateful Dead are an earthy, folky, bluesy band where Phish is sharper around the edges–funky and more aggressive. But both bands have an improvisational approach to their live shows, and it is in that spontaneity where the magic really happens.

The guys in DPO have posed themselves a unique challenge in merging the two styles. Set lists end up with segues that look like Divided Sky > Morning Dew > Divided Sky, or Help > Slip > Frankenstein. Or how about Mike’s Song > Stella Blue > Weekapaug Groove. Or even stranger, like My Friend, My Friend of the Devil…or It Must Have Been The Roses Are Free. You can see that between the vast repertoires of the two bands, the possibilities are endless.

It’s just about as much fun as humans are allowed to have, a seamless web of Phish and Dead to split open and melt your face.

You can catch DeadPhish Orchestra at Ophelia's on 4/20 in Denver.

The Deadphish Orchestra at Ophelia's
Denver, CO
Thursday, April 20 2017
18+
Tix: http://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1428959?utm_source=fbTfly&utm_medium=ampOfficialEvent

The 15th Annual Spring Joshua Tree Music Festival (JTMF) is happening May 18-21. Slated as one of the nation's premier family friendly festivals, JTMF is also a place where lasting friendships are created, the element of belonging is tangible, and the experience is real. The music is diverse, and the Kidsville schedule is action packed. Magically magnificent art installations, a full spectrum of yoga classes, 27 different music playshops, late night Astronomy theatre, circus performers and a World Market further inspire and intrigue. Discover your new favorite band and dozens of new friends in the shadows of the Joshua Tree National Park.

Since 2009, DeadPhish Orchestra has been making waves all over the U.S. from their landlocked home state of Colorado with their innovative mashups of the music of the Grateful Dead and Phish. On Saturday, July 22, as Phish settles in for their 13-night run of shows at Madison Square Garden, DPO will help kick off the festivities with an afternoon boat cruise, featuring 2 sets of live music, on Manhattan’s East River. The Jewel leaves from the Skyport Marina (23rd St. & the East River) at 2pm, returning at 5pm, with plenty of time for Phish fans to get themselves over to MSG for the show. 

Ticketing: 
http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?eventId=7349555

Facebook event: 
https://www.facebook.com/events/1297448977000203/

The Guitarfish Music Festival, held in Cisco Grove, CA in the beautiful Sierra Nevadas, is one of the premier family friendly festivals on the west coast. An intimate affair where lasting friendships are created, the element of belonging is tangible, and the experience is real. The music is diverse, and Kidsville is action packed. Prime mountain biking trails, a full spectrum of yoga classes, lounging in the natural swimming holes, circus performers, music play-shops and a World Market further inspire and intrigue. Discover your new favorite band and dozens of new friends in the mountain forest by the South Yuba River.

The line up features virtuosic soul-funk from The Main Squeeze, the "Hendrix of the Sahara"; Vieux Farka Touré, the high energy rock & reggae-soul of Thievery Corporation frontmen; See-I, the transcendent progressive intergalactic wizardry of House of Hamsa, the gritty raw funk of Katdelic, the super fresh funk-tronica of Greener Grounds, big, bouncy breaks by the All Good Funk Alliance, the otherworldly grooves of Liberation Movement, the newgrassy folktronica of Kuinka, the Soul-Folk-Acapella of Sirens of Soul, the Prince-meets-Stevie Wonder soul-funk of Gene Evaro Jr. and more.

For the full line-up and festival info, log onto: http://guitarfishfestival.com

Kidsville is brimming with interactive, hands on projects happening throughout each day. Hooping classes, creation station projects, drum circles, music performances, and free-range art. Kids 10 and under attend the festivals for free, and young ones aged 11-16 get in for half price.

Mother Nature makes a wildly positive impression at Guitarfish. The Cisco Grove Campground is nestled in the Sierras, over a mile high for cool summer temps, offering a myriad of hiking and biking options, a natural amphitheater for a music bowl, swimming in the Yuba River, and forested shade for camping. An idyllic spot for a 'summer camp for music lovers.'

Pink Talking Fish is a Hybrid Tribute Fusion Act that takes the music from three of the world's most beloved bands and creates a special treat for fans of the music.

Pink Floyd, The Talking Heads and Phish are all more than just bands... they are Phenomenons.  Their creations have artistically inspired people and their mind-blowing live performances have brought people together to form a special sense of community around the love for their favorite band.

Although the music from each act is different, Pink Talking Fish has discovered that fusing the material together creates an amazing story.  The epic emotion of Pink Floyd.... The funky, danceable layerings of The Talking Heads.... The multitude of styles, unique compositional structures and pure fun of Phish.... to merge these three into one gives music lovers a special experience.

Pink Talking Fish features Eric Gould on bass, Richard James on keyboards, Zack Burwick on drums and Dave Brunyak on guitar.  This is a band created by musicians who love the music of these acts.  It's purpose is to heighten people's passion for this music by creating something fresh and exciting for fans.

Discovering connections is part of the fun:  Pink Floyd's "On The Run" seamlessly fitting in the middle of the composition of Phish's "You Enjoy Myself".  Perfectly placing Phish's "Sand" into the groove of The Talking Head's "Slippery People".  Segued collections from all three acts such as Run Like Hell > Making Flippy Floppy > Piper > Run Like Hell or Mike's Song > Have A Cigar > Once In A Lifetime > Weekapaug Groove.  These ideas are the spirit behind Pink Talking Fish.

The story is ever evolving.  The experience is always exciting.  Come join Pink Talking Fish for the ultimate fusion tribute and celebrate the love of this music in unique fashion.

WINTER TOUR:

1/12: Plymouth NH at The Flying Monkey

1/13: Mount Snow VT at The Snow Barn

1/18: Roanoke VA at 5 Point Music Sanctuary

1/19: Richmond VA at The National

1/20: Norfolk VA at The NorVa

1/27: Jay VT at Jay Peak Resort

2/03: Crested Butte CO at The Tap Room

2/04: Taos NM at Taos Mesa Brewing Company

2/05: Denver CO at Cervantes Other Side

2/10: Port Chester NY at The Capitol Theatre

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4/19-21: Live Oak FL at Wanee Music Festival

The RIDE Festival, July 14 - 15, 2018, announces the NightRIDE after-hours artist schedule including Sheridan Opera House performances by Tyler Childers, Larkin Poe and Big Something.  NightRIDE shows are FREE to all RIDE Festival Weekend Pass holders, except for Sheridan Opera House shows. Sheridan Opera House NightRIDE tickets will go on sale Thursday, March 15, at 4pm at www.RIDEfestival.com.

Barns Courtney kicks off The RIDE Festival with a free concert at the Sunset Plaza in Mountain Village on Friday, July 13 at 5pm. Take the free Gondola from Telluride to Mountain Village and enjoy the music and mountain views. Following the kick-off concert on Friday and on Saturday and Sunday nights, get ready to rock into the night in downtown Telluride with Matthew Curry, Futurebirds, Kitchen Dwellers, and Joint Point.

With performances in historic venues and funky Telluride taverns, NightRIDE programming offers festival-goers a chance to experience the magic of Telluride with the "bar-hopping" kind of fun that only a small town can provide. View the full NightRIDE schedule here.

There's something magical about Telluride. Celebrated for its rugged ski terrain, majestic mountains, rivers and waterfalls, and panoramic views, the tiny historic mining town-turned-tourist-hot-spot is one of Colorado's most renowned mountain towns. Known to music aficionados, the annual RIDE Festival draws 8,000+ fans to the picturesque Telluride Town Park to experience seasoned and emerging performers in an intimate setting unlike any other.

The RIDE Festival is a destination event featuring rock ‘n’ roll music, kid-friendly festival programming, and a varied late-night live music schedule. The RIDE Festival’s proximity to many outdoor activities makes this a unique opportunity to extend your stay. Enjoy world class hiking, mountain biking, river rafting, fishing, visit area hot springs or delve into the history of the west.

Ticket holders have the option to rent a traditional mountain lodge, condo or townhome during their visit or stay in one of the scenic camping spots located adjacent to the festival grounds. Limited lodging is available for the annual event and fans are encouraged to secure accommodations early.

The RIDE Festival is a proud supporter of KOTO, Telluride’s local non-commercial, listener supported radio station. When you participate at The RIDE Festival, you too support high-quality, commercial-free, non-underwritten community radio.

For tickets, to volunteer or to reserve your camping spot, go to www.ridefestival.com.

Emerging from the emerald twilight of Portland, OR, Sepiatonic’s work represents its hometown’s unique, innovative, and sometimes quirky energy.  Having looked back in time to the historic roots of vaudeville and forward to the booty-shaking horizons of electronic dance music, Sepiatonic’s producers have found home in a junction of both worlds. Larger than life characters, burlesque, and variety acts bring to life the soundscape of original electronic and live music on stage.

Sepiatonic strives for a visceral show experience where the dance party in the crowd pumps up the musicians onstage, and the dynamic dance acts on-stage inspire you, the audience, to shake your groove thing more fiercely.

Our arsenal of performers is as diverse as our various shows, but is always comprised of highly skilled, technically trained dancers and musicians.

Sepiatonic tours, produces, and is available for shows as a full-length dance party and variety set, as just a belly dance act, or as composers, choreographers, or teachers for events or commission. Our professionals have choreographed, arranged music, and led workshops on a variety of subjects, at festivals across the country.

A few parts vaudeville.

A few party booty-shaking dance party.

A few parts vintage jazz.

A few parts gangsta.

Sepiatonic at Ophelia's with Chando

Denver, CO

5/4/2018

Ages: 18+ 

Tix: $10/12

Time: 9PM

Ticket link: https://ticketf.ly/2q3qODc

On Tuesday, Dec. 4th, Fort Collins, CO-based WhiteWater Ramble will release their first single in six years, “Hollow,” a stunning new ballad accompanied by an intense and powerful music video. Recently named one of Colorado's Top 10 Bluegrass Bands, WhiteWater Ramble has spent the last several years touring, playing tribute shows around Colorado, and honing their stand-out “dancegrass” amalgamation of styles, but with this cinematic short story, they tell a tragic tale of two lovers and bring new meaning to the song’s lyrics. The single and video are available on all streaming platforms starting Tuesday.

For their first major release in six years, WhiteWater Ramble enlisted the help of filmographers NoCoast Artists, who brought the dramatic performance of “Hollow” to life. Producer Doug Usher and Director Tomas Herrera delicately maneuvered the conflict between lead actors Josh Phillips and Teal Jandrain while managing to extract an emotional reaction for both sides of the story.

“This is a completely new dynamic, lineup and focus for us. The energy is far different than ever before and I’ve never been so nervous, scared and excited all at the same time,”  said writer Patrick Sites. “For the first time in the band’s history, I was really the driving force behind the project as both a writer and producer, which allowed me to reflect on the world around us.  The single deals with a tough subject matter but is incredibly relevant because of our daily news cycle related to violence from guns. I’ve tried to tell a traditional bluegrass murder ballad lyrically but then putting that into a modern concept with a cinematic video. “Hollow,” along with other forthcoming singles will challenge viewers both the lyrically and visually.”

WhiteWater Ramble is the heartproject of Patrick Sites on mandolin and vocals. He brings a rotating cast of musicians to the fold, but primarily partnering with Damon Wood, formerly of the James Brown Band, on guitar. “Hollow” also features fellow Coloradan Chris Pandolfi of the Grammy Award-winning Infamous Stringdusters on banjo. The track was recorded at Silo Sound, engineered by Todd Divel, written and produced by Patrick Sites and mixed by Sites and Divel. Mastering was done at Noise Radiation Studios by Todd Loomis. This video single is the first of many more to come throughout the year from this freshly revived and inspired five-piece.

Tour Dates:

Fri, Dec. 14, Timber and Torch, Steamboat Springs, CO - Acoustic Apres Ski Show

Sat, Dec. 22, Ullr's Tavern, Winter Park, CO

Thurs, Dec. 27, Agave, Avon, CO performing "The Grass Waltz" - A Tribute to the Band 

Sat, Dec. 29, The Woodcellar, Evergreen, CO

Sun, Dec. 31, New Terrain Brewing Co, Golden, CO

Fri, Jan. 4, River Run Lodge, Sun Valley, ID - Apres Ski Show

Fri, Jan. 4, Whiskey Jacques, Ketchum, ID

Sat, Jan. 5, River Run Lodge, Sun Valley, ID - Apres Ski Show

Fri, Jan. 11, Snake River Saloon, Keystone, CO

Sat, Jan. 19, Schmiggity's, Steamboat Springs, CO

Sun, Jan. 20, OP Rockwell, Park City, UT

Thurs, Jan. 24, Cervante's Masterpiece Ballroom, Denver, CO ft. DJ Fullmetal w/ support from Grassfed and Feed the Dog

Sat, Jan. 26, The Lazy Dog, Boulder, CO w/ Feed the Dog

Thurs, Jan. 31, The Cooperage, Milwaukee, WI w/ Feed the Dog

Fri, Feb. 1, Mill Creek, Appleton, WI w/ Feed the Dog

Sat, Feb. 2, Warren Station, Keystone, CO

Colorado’s premiere music, yoga, art, and camping festival announces a return for its 7th Year Celebration, revealing two nights of special headlining performances from international electronic music icon, TIPPER, on a Funktion-One sound system.

TIPPPER is widely respected as a surround sound composer, sound designer & mastering artist. His groundbreaking Tip Hop, which focused on merging Hip Hop production with electronic trickery and helped usher in a new genre referred to as Glitch Hop. The British composer is also noted for scratching his own sounds over his music, creating a live element of turntablism stemming from prowess early in his career as a vinyl DJ.

Following record high attendances in 2017 & 2018, the independent, family-run ARISE is widely-regarded as the best multi-genre camping festival in Colorado with a leave-no-trace ethos and a commitment to planting one tree for every ticket sold.  ARISE has garnered universally high praise from not only festival-goers and internationally-acclaimed performers, but also from regional and national media including Rolling Stone Magazine, Buzzfeed, The Westword, Denver Post and many more.

Located at the beautiful Sunrise Ranch in Loveland, Colorado, the annual festival is just 60 miles northwest of Denver.  ARISE combines world-class musical performances, renowned yoga instructors, empowering thought-leaders, and awe-inspiring art installations, positioned within an idyllic valley against the glorious Rocky Mountain backdrop.

Expect ARISE Music Festival’s FULL LINEUP ANNOUNCEMENT inclusive of musical performances, yoga, workshops, art installations, panel discussions, playshops, and more IN EARLY 2019. For more information and to purchase EARLY BIRD TICKETS, go to www.AriseFestival.com or contact KATIE FOX at [email protected]. As always, children 12 and under are free.

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This Friday, January 11th, Colorado’s WhiteWater Ramble will release the second song in a series of forthcoming singles and videos called, aptly, “Drinking Song.” This is the first track from the high-octane Rocky Mountain dance-grass band by founding member and James Brown guitarist Damon Wood. The accompanying video follows January’s release of “Hollow,” the dramatic first single from the band in six years.

“Drinking Song” is, as it claims to be, a drinking song. The story of a blue collar man, longing for a cool beverage after a hard day’s work, and willingly accepting whatever variety might come his way. Comically, the song is written in F#, which is traditionally an opposing key for bluegrass tunes, and which piano players can’t possibly “capo up” to, as other string musicians may. Writer and guitarist Damon Wood formerly played guitar in the James Brown band and joked about capo-ing up to “all the black keys,” as Brown used to say, so in a small way, this tune pays tribute to those years. Wood also wrote a popular book on his experiences, “Working for The Man, Playing in The Band: My Years with James Brown,” which was an Amazon top selection for music biographies at the time of its release. Wood has been touring with co-founder Patrick Sites and WhiteWater Ramble for over 10 years.

“I wrote Drinking Song right around 2013-14 when marijuana was legalized in Colorado for recreational use. Some good friends of mine had one of the first licenses to do rec business and they employed a lot of our friends. I pretty much met all those people at the local Grateful Dead bar Sancho's Broken Arrow, over the years,” says Wood, recalling how he wrote the simple but effective lyrics. “The opening line just refers to how I figured some of them would feel getting off work at the pot shop and going out for some drinks. Jager bombs, pale ale and Jameson are definitely drinks frequented at that establishment. As for the rest, I just tried to include as many kinds of drinks as I could and find some silly rhymes to tie it all together. There is a reference to Hi Pac, Highland Pacific Restaurant, which was a great seafood restaurant/music venue that we all played at a bunch over the years. Chef Ed Kammerer and Co. had the best Seafood Cioppino. It also references that it was a Widespread Panic bar- ‘My liver had a Panic attack but not of the Widespread beat.’ The ‘leaving my supper on the street’ refers to how strong the Tsunamis were- a favorite house concoction. For WhiteWater Ramble, we added the double time fiddle solo outro. Just another drinking song to go with the rest, really. I'm sure I was drinking at the time.”

“Drinking Song” follows the first single in six years from WhiteWater Ramble, the dramatic and statement-making video and song “Hollow.” Released in January and available on all streaming platforms, “Hollow” begins the band’s exploration into raising awareness about gun violence with their music and high-production mini-films. The song is the first of a series exploring this sensitive subject and while “Drinking Song” is not part of that series, it’s a welcome reprieve from important but difficult to discuss topics. “Drinking Song” is available on all streaming platforms on Friday, January 11th, and premiering on YouTube at 10am MT here:

KIMOCK proudly releases the single Invocations I, a beautiful and modern track, airy and fluid, full of wonder and magical overtones and inspired by the album “Streaming Wisdom” by W.A. Mathieu.

Building on a realm of creativity, collaboration and songwriting unleashed by Steve Kimock’s solo album, Last Danger of Frost (2016), and the debut KIMOCK album Satellite City (2017),   Invocations I was sparked by KIMOCK’S shared love of Mathieu and his quest to live a musical life. This “visible kind of music” is alive and ever evolving.

"My dad would play it [Streaming Wisdom] in the mornings on one of my trips out West, when we were waking up from foggy studio nights banging our heads against the wall. It took us in the direction that inspired some of the material from Satellite City. We wanted to collaborate with Allaudin [W.A. Mathieu] somehow, so we asked permission to sample some bits in hopes of one day working on something in person. He happened to live right down the street so it wasn’t hard to ask.” ~John Kimock

This father/son duo have been playing music together and on the road for decades, but this single marks another level of collaboration following their Satellite City release. “It’s a patchwork quilt of a tune spanning a couple generations of musicians, which is really special for me to have been a part of,” said John.

Invocations I pays homage to the past while looking towards a future filled with hope. “What a great way to start the year, here’s that new music I’ve been waiting for.” ~Steve Kimock

iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/invocations-1-single/1449644772?ls=1&app=itunes

Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/album/76FvzotjUiDvmjsTy4TCES

Amazon: http://amazon.com/dp/B07MM37FSK

2019 marks the 7 Year Celebration of Colorado’s most beloved music festival, ARISE. Committed to producing an annual gathering that is a vehicle for building and strengthening community, this co-creative and collaborative festival offers a wide variety of exhibitions including performers, artists, musicians, thought-leaders, creators, vendors and sponsors, all sharing their art to support the ARISE movement.

After revealing that the Electronic Music Pioneer TIPPER will be performing for 2 nights, the ARISE team is now poised and ready to share the complete 2019 music line up! Beats Antique, Railroad Earth, Leftover Salmon, Sunsquabi, CloZee, Rising Appalachia, Voodoo Dead, Aqueous and The Main Squeeze are just the tip of the iceberg as far as the amazing talent set to perform August 2-4 on 7 stages.

Every ounce of energy put into planning this independent, family-run event at the beautiful Sunrise Ranch in Loveland, Colorado, encourages positivity, joy and active engagement. This all-inclusive, uplifting  experience of musical performances, yoga, workshops, art installations, panel discussions, playshops, and more encourages the exploration of human potential in a safe and caring environment.

ARISE is a family-friendly, multi-genre camping festival that prides itself on a leave-no-trace ethos and is committed to planting one tree for every ticket sold. As always, children 12 and under are free.

Super Early-Bird 3-Day GA Passes are on sale NOW along with VIP Early Bird Upgrades, parking passes, car camping passes and RV passes. For more information on the ARISE Music Festival 7th Year Celebration, please visit the official website: arisefestival.com

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To celebrate their 8th year of live rock music in Telluride, The RIDE Festival is once again hosting a variety of new and veteran artists who will each be bringing their own unique brand of high-energy rock and roll to one of the most beautiful music venues on the planet.

Leading this year’s lineup are a long time Telluride favorite! Athens, Georgia, rockers Widespread Panic will perform a Friday night opening concert, this year’s newest addition to the festival, held on the Fred Shellman Memorial stage. Gates will open at 6:00pm with their performance scheduled from 7:00pm-10:00pm.

Later that night, and every night during the festival, attendees will have the opportunity to witness intimate performances in historic venues and funky Telluride taverns. NightRIDE programming offers festival-goers a chance to experience the magic of Telluride with the "bar-hopping" kind of fun that only a small town can provide.

Sunday night will be headlined by Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit. Hailing from Muscle Shoals, Alabama, Isbell has been gaining acclaim as one of the finest singer-songwriters working at the intersection of folk, country and rock today. He has proven himself to be adept at the exacting art of mapping out the territory between those genres.

Making their triumphant return to Telluride, Colorado heroes Big Head Todd and The Monsters will once again be featured on The RIDE lineup along with Colorado rockers Rose Hill Drive, Black Pistol Fire, The Temperance Movement, Dorothy, BIG Something, The Shelters, Los Colognes, Pony Bradshaw, The Commonheart, Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown, Thunderpussy and the Denver-based Yawpers. More artists will be added in the coming months, making this a memorable weekend of stellar music for high country rock and roll fans!

There's something magical about Telluride. Celebrated for its rugged ski terrain, majestic mountains, rivers and waterfalls, and panoramic views, the tiny historic mining town-turned-tourist-hot-spot is one of Colorado's most renowned mountain towns. Known to music aficionados, the annual RIDE Festival draws 8,000+ fans to the picturesque Telluride Town Park to experience seasoned and emerging performers in an intimate setting unlike any other.

The RIDE Festival is a destination event featuring rock ‘n’ roll music, kid-friendly festival programming, and a varied late-night live music schedule. The RIDE Festival’s proximity to many outdoor activities makes this a unique opportunity to extend your stay. Enjoy world class hiking, mountain biking, river rafting, fishing, visit area hot springs or delve into the history of the west.  

Ticket holders have the option to rent a traditional mountain lodge, condo or townhome during their visit or stay in one of the scenic camping spots located adjacent to the festival grounds. Limited lodging is available for the annual event and fans are encouraged to secure accommodations early.

The RIDE Festival is a proud supporter of KOTO, Telluride’s local non-commercial, listener supported radio station. When you participate at The RIDE Festival, you too support high-quality, commercial-free, non-underwritten community radio.

For tickets, to volunteer or to reserve your camping spot: www.RIDEfestival.com

Direct Ticket Link: bit.ly/RIDEfest2019

Today, February 8th, Colorado’s WhiteWater Ramble released their third new single and video in the last 3 months, the second in a series that culminates in a cinematic commentary on gun control. The single, “Kentucky Windage,” is available on all streaming platforms as well as premiering on YouTube.

“Kentucky Windage” is the second single, following “Hollow” which was released in December of 2018, that addresses the issue of gun violence prevailing in conversations today. It begins to tell the story that concludes with “Hollow” and more blatantly puts the issue in everyday situations. The video is comprised of three different story lines; three different but very regular situations where a gun is involved that the lay person would never be aware of; three seemingly “normal” characters, a child even, who one would never suspect would be involved in gun violence. The cinematic tale leads all these characters to certain unfortunate circumstances only, but tragically, implied in “Kentucky Windage,” and leaves viewers right on the edge of what’s to come with the final installment.

“I wrote Kentucky Windage in the wake of the Las Vegas shooting while trying to wrap my own thoughts around yet another terrible gun tragedy,” says writer and WWR founder Patrick Sites. “I had recently watched a documentary about the most prolific snipers in US military history and some of the stories and terminology had just really stuck with me but were then completely thrust to the front of my brain during all the news coverage of the shooting.  Kentucky Windage was one of these terms that stuck, which is a reference used by frontier marksmen during the time of Davy Crockett. The concept is you can “feel” the wind from the shooting position and “see” the wind thru the sights that is near the target but you can’t see any potential wind between yourself and the target. This undetectable wind is Kentucky Windage.”

Working with the talented filmmakers at NoCoast Artists, creative collaborations with Tomas Herrera and Doug Usher, Sites was able to conceive and complete the vision of the true meaning of the song and social message behind its creation.  In addition to the song and video standing on its own, “Kentucky Windage” ties into the overarching tale, called “The Band Widow’s Lament,” which is the 3-part cinematic tale including of the previously released “Hollow,” “Kentucky Windage,” and the upcoming final chapter, “It Don’t Matter.”  With the addition of the trailer for Kentucky Windage, the story will be told in full in reverse order for effect by the end of March. It also concludes this series of videos and releases, however there are many more singles to be released from this recently revived band.

“Kentucky Windage” will be available on all streaming platforms and premiered on YouTube at 10 am on Friday, February 8th.

Pink Talking Fish will bring their fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish all around the country this Spring.  The band is offering 2 Night/No Repeat Experiences in Key West FL, San Diego CA, Nevada City CA and Burlington VT.  Late Spring has PTF kicking off Festival Season with Sweetwater420 Festival in Atlanta GA, Bluegrass On The Bottoms in Kansas City MO and Strange Creek Music Festival in Greenfield MA.

PTF closes out their Winter tour this weekend, February 23, at The Capitol Theatre in Portchester NY.  This is a very special thematic show called JUNTA CIRCUS.  The band will give a marathon performance that includes a full rendition of Phish’s album “Junta” with Talking Heads and Pink Floyd songs intertwined.  There will be a Circus Theme throughout the event which includes NYC’s top Circus Outfit, Big Apple Circus, providing live onstage attractions. The evening will kick off with carnival style fun and games in the lobby and in Garcias with pizza, popcorn, face painting and more on hand. And last but not least, Greg Ormont from Pigeons Playing Ping Pong will be joining the show as “The Ringmaster”.

Doors/Garcias Carnival at 7PM 

Junta Circus at 8:30PM  

WINTER TOUR FINALE: 

2.21: Killington VT at Pickle Barrel 

2.22: Plymouth NH at Flying Monkey 

2.23: Port Chester NY at The Capitol Theatre – JUNTA CIRCUS

SPRING TOUR: 

2.27 - 28: Key West FL at Green Parrot 
3.01: Fort Lauderdale FL at Revolution Live 
3.02: Tampa FL at The Orpheum 
3.14: Harrisburg PA at Club XL 
3.15: Richmond VA at The National 
3.16: Norfolk VA at The NorVa 
3.26: Flagstaff AZ at The Orpheum 
3.27: Phoenix AZ at Last Exit Live 
3.28 - 29: Ocean Beach CA at Winstons 
3.30: Los Angeles CA at Teragram Ballroom 
3.31: Anaheim CA at House Of Blues 
4.2 - 3: Nevada City CA at Crazy Horse Saloon 
4.4: Chico CA at Lost On Main 
4.5: Mill Valley CA at Sweetwater Music Hall 
4.6: Seattle WA at Nectar Lounge 
4.12 Saratoga Springs NY at Putnam Place 
4.13 - 14: Burlington VT at Nectars 
4.19: Atlanta GA at Sweetwater420 Music Festival 
4.20: Salisbury MA at Blue Ocean Music Hall 
5.18: Kansas City MO at Bluegrass On The Bottoms 
5.24 - 26: Greenfield MA at Strange Creek Campout 
 
SUMMER TOUR TEASERS: 
6.13: Iowa City IA at Gabes 
6.25: Bangor ME at Cross Insurance Center 

Today, Colorado’s WhiteWater Ramble unleashed a trio of new songs with accompanying music videos that make a poignant statement about current societal issues, together entitled “A Band Widow’s Lament.” Premiering via Denver Westword, the series that has been unveiled in reverse order is finally complete with the reveal of part 1, “It Don’t Matter.” Produced by NoCoast Artists and featuring award-winning actors, “A Band Widow’s Lament” is WhiteWater Ramble’s first of many statements from their forthcoming album.

In December of 2018, WhiteWater Ramble released their first single in six years with the first of many videos produced by NoCoast Artists. “Hollow,” featuring Chris Pandolfi of The Infamous Stringdusters, was the dramatic conclusion to this impending series, and while that wasn’t fully known to the viewer yet, the tragic ending and message was quite clear. “Kentucky Windage” followed shortly thereafter, the 2nd part of the series that started to bring these heartbreaking characters to life, and now, the band and producers are proud to present “It Don’t Matter,” featuring vocalists Jessica Jones and Adam Lufkin, the first part of the story and the final tie that binds “A Band Widow’s Lament.” This indie short story, which was awarded Best Music Video at the Indie Short Film Fest in April 2019, spans the tumultuous relationship of a touring musician and his homebound wife, touching upon domestic and gun violence issues prevalent in so many conversations today. Written by WhiteWater Ramble’s Patrick Sites, he had production help from Producers Tomas Herrera and Doug Usher. They were also responsible for direction and cinematography respectively. Darren Mahuron headed photography on the shoot. Todd Divel of Silo Sounds recorded the music, and Todd Loomis of Noise Radiation Studios mastered.

“I wrote Kentucky Windage in the wake of the Las Vegas shooting while trying to wrap my own thoughts around yet another terrible gun tragedy,” says writer, vocalist and mandolin player Patrick Sites. “It was a tall task and new approach having written the song, then moving into the producer role knowing it would all be tied together with a video storyboard. Working with the talented filmmakers at NoCoast Artists, creative collaborations with Tomas Herrera and Doug Usher, we were able to conceive and complete the vision of the true meaning of the song and social message behind its creation. In addition to letting the work stand on its own, I also envisioned the larger story of ‘The Band Widow’s Lament.’”

After a private screening last night at The Lyric in Fort Collins, “A Band Widow’s Lament” is now available to stream on all platforms. In order of appearance, the cast of this dramatic vingnent is Josh Phillips, Teal Jandrain, Joe Buckner, Traci Stickler, Quinn Solley, Isla Solley, Bradley Harris, Tim Massa, Tony Hendrickson, Kiernan Angley, Christian Nevola, and of course, WhiteWater Ramble themselves, Ryan Sapp, Damon Wood, Patrick Sites and their friend Matthew Fritz. To talk to any of the actors, musicians, or filmmakers, please contact Carly Shields at 203-246-6860 or [email protected].

SONIC BLOOM, Colorado’s premiere electronic music festival, is celebrating its 14th edition this year with a bold nod to the thoughtful and diverse musical curation that has catapulted this boutique festival into worldwide recognition.

Phase-3 lineup is here!

We are thrilled to add the following artists to this year's lineup:

Um..

Adam Deitch

Seied

Adam Apollo

With Tweener sets by:

Melody Lines

ELCTRX

LowPro

CatParty

Patrick Skyler

AVRY

PhLo

Bruce Chillis

Andrew Rothschild

NotLo

Featured Yoga, Sound Healing & Movement Classes in the Yoga D'Om

with Live Music by:

Of The Trees

HÄANA

TOR

Drishti Beats

Miraja

Moon Frog

Blossomn

Adam Apollo

Joey Burton

Treaphort

Boulder Vibrational Healing

Seraiah

Sanj

Artisan Jones

Chachi Mendoza

Emily Rainflower & Mike Redhawk

Honey Pocket

Lunar Playboy

Jiiniikwe Medicine Bird

Check out the Sonic Bloom Orchestra lineup which has been an amazing, long standing tradition to close out our stellar festival: Sonic Bloom Orchestra feat. Members of SCI, TBA, Russ Liquid Test, HÄANA and Zilla with Opiuo, Sasha Rose, Jordan Polovina plus surprise guests!

Bloom is ideal festival for those looking for something different, SONIC BLOOM is a unique foray into an intelligent co-creative experience. With short lines, respectful community and plenty of room to dance, camp and be, this weekend in paradise is step away from the day to day. Thought provoking workshops hosted by internationally acclaimed speakers, a diverse range of yoga and movement workshops, overflowing visual art and unique vendors provide a little something for everyone.

Hosted once again on the stunning Hummingbird Ranch, riverside camping is easily available, children and families are welcomed end encouraged and a hand is always outstretched to join in, contribute and participate.

SONIC BLOOM remains an event for the true individual; a welcoming, creative community encouraging the exploration human potential, the next wave of art and music and the possibility of a more beautiful and just world. We come together June 20-23 to celebrate a global community that believes in the power of art, music and innovation to inspire a future worth believing in.

Early-Bloomer 4-Day GA Passes are on sale NOW :: June 20-23, 2019 :: VIP Early Bloomers 4-Day Passes, parking passes, car camping passes and RV passes are also now on sale. For more information on SONIC BLOOM, please visit the official website: sonicbloomfestival.com

Performed on March 23rd, 2018 at Fort Collins’ Aggie Theatre, WhiteWater Ramble takes the classic rock band’s psychedelic tunes with a bluegrass instrumentation of dance, jam and improv influences. Each track stays true to the band’s jamgrass roots but includes a special collaboration of Denver’s Jessica Jones for powerful vocals. The band will release one cover a day throughout the month of May on their Facebook page at 12 p.m. MT, creating a full playlist set to be released on May 28th.

Full tribute shows are nothing new to the band, having played tributes throughout the years to Paul Simon, Bob Marley, Best of the 90’s, Grateful Dead, Jerry Garcia, The Police and a Tribute to Woodstock.

“One cool thing about Zeppelin is that they have an acoustic side and a rock side. The acoustic side involves quite a bit of mandolin so those were our obvious song choices but we also wanted to play some of the more obscure cuts like ‘The Crunge’ which is really a sort of homage to James Brown according to our guitarist Damon Wood who played in the James Brown Band for 8+ years in the 2000’s. When we were putting together the tributes, everyone had input had veto power if they simply weren’t digging a particular song or we weren’t able to come up with some fashion to mold it into our dancegrass approach,” band leader Patrick Sites said.

Along with their new releases, WhiteWater Ramble was also just awarded Best Music Video at the Indie Short Film Fest in April 2019 for their musical-trio of “A Band Widow’s Lament,” touching on issues of gun and domestic violence in our society today. The 18-minute short film consists of the band’s bluegrass songs of “It Don’t Matter,” featuring vocalists Jessica Jones and Adam Lufkin, “Hollow,” featuring Chris Pandolfi of The Infamous Stringdusters, which also won “Best Dramatic Video” and “Best Music Video” at the L.A. Music Video Awards and “Kentucky Windage.” You can watch the full short film here.

The band is set to play Denver’s Bluegrass Bash on June 1st, along with Aspen's T-Lazy-7 Ranch with Jessica Jones on June 8th. The band will play Emporium Chicago on July 17th before heading to Moon Dance Music Festival on July 19th. You can view the band’s full list of upcoming tour dates here.

Escape the ordinary & celebrate 7 years of Colorado’s most beloved music festival, ARISE, at the beautiful Sunrise Ranch in Loveland, Colorado. This premiere music, yoga, art, and camping festival with a leave-no trace ethos is committed to producing an annual gathering that is a joyous pathway for building and strengthening community.

A Colorado festival experience unlike any other, ARISE invites you to open your heart and awaken your soul for 3 days with world class yogis & yoginis,  thought-leaders and inspiring musicians. The Yoga Sanctuary is majestically perched on the hilltop overlooking the festival below, where you can unwind and find your inner warrior while experiencing the healing and transformative power of alignment, movement and breath. 

Need to stretch, breathe, expand and harmonize before another night of dancing? We’ve got you covered with a full schedule of intimate and authentic classes all day, every day, that are all included in the price of admission. With a focus on both nationally and regionally recognized instructors, including DJ Drez, Marti Nikko, Rainbeau Mars, Steph Schwartz and many more, ARISE features diverse yoga classes and heart-opening meditations, often accompanied by live music. The Yoga Sanctuary has room for you to dive in, stretch out, and take in the gorgeous valley views.

ARISE is a family-friendly (also offering yoga classes for children of all ages), multi-genre camping festival that is committed to planting one tree for every ticket sold. Join this all-inclusive, uplifting  experience of musical performances (including TIPPER, Beats Antique, Railroad Earth & so many more), yoga, workshops, art installations and provocative panel discussions that encourage  the exploration of human potential in a safe and caring environment. As always, children 12 and under are free.

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Pink Talking Fish will ring in the New Year on their home turf of Boston MA at Paradise Rock Club. They have enlisted rising stars, The New Motif, to join in the experience.

This announcement comes off the heels of a hugely successful Phish Fenway AfterParty at House Of Blues where PTF performed an epic set filled with fun candy for Phish Phans. Some highlights included Slow Llama > Fast Llama, Piper with an extended intro that is now missing in current Phish versions, and a high-octane Sabotage encore that left the place roaring with energy.

PTF also honored their hometown by inviting up multiple guest musicians from the Boston local scene. Percussionist Brendan Tommaney from the group Bearly Dead joined the band on scattered songs throughout the night. Guitarist, Lyle Brewer, joined the band for an emotional rendition of ‘Wish You Were Here’ as well as Phish’s ‘Brother’ where he and Cal Kehoe soared together during the double guitar solo. Cory Schectman of The New Motif and Lee Ross provided horns for Little Feat’s Skin It Back. One of the highlights of the evening was vocalist Kit Holliday’s powerful performance for Great Gig In The Sky. All the guests joined in for a fun filled Burning Down The House to close the set.

Here is the full setlist from the PTF HOB Phish AfterParty:

(Courtesy of Phantasy Tour)

07/06/2019 • House of Blues Boston • Boston, MA

Tour: Summer Tour 2019

Notes: Phish AfterParty

Set 1: Peaches En Regalia > Ha Ha Ha > Psycho Killer > Shine On You Crazy Diamond1 > Llama2,3, Life During Wartime2 > Great Gig In The Sky4, Piper > This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody), Wish You Were Here5, Brother5,Skin It Back2,6,5, Burning Down The House7

Encore: Sabotage 

w/ Lee Ross on Saxophone

w/ Brendan Tommaney on percussion

Slow Llama > Fast Llama

w/ Kit Holliday on vocals

w/ Lyle Brewer on Guitar

w/ Lee Ross and Cory Schectman on Saxophone

w/ All Guests

Our band and the music have evolved over the years. We feel now, it’s the best its been in a very long time. Zach Nugent contributed to that and we thank him for the last few years. As the men who came before him, we don’t doubt he will succeed in the telling of his own story…channeling the man we all love so much.

Zach will be with us through June, July, and up to August 1 at The Werk Out Festival.

Afterward, we head to Austin, TX, on August 2-3 for our first shows there in a lifetime and Dave Abear will join on guitar! Before Zach, Dave was in the band from 2011-2016 and we’re super excited to welcome him back!

On August 4, we return to Jerry Day at the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater and Stu Allen will join us! Before Dave, Stu played with JGB from 2004-2010. Stu was on guitar for our first Jerry Day so it’s only fitting he will be with us for this special afternoon set in San Francisco.

Next, we'll head to Denver on August 8-9 where Dave Abear will join us once again.

The rest of August and through September 1 in St. Louis, we welcome John Kadlecik to the band!! Melvin and John have shared the stage many times but having him perform as part of Melvin Seals & JGB is a real blessing and we’re excited about what the future holds.

Finally (for now), we'll wrap up our Summer Tour at the June Lake Jam Fest on September 8. This is one of our favorites and we look forward to returning, along with Stu Allen!

Pink Talking Fish will be bringing their fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish all around the country this Fall.  The tour includes festivals, headlining premiere venues, multiple night runs, and a variety of concept shows including the debut of a PTF Kids show.

The 2019 Fall Tour kicks off on Labor Day Weekend with end of the summer season outdoor events including beach towns, an Umphrey’s McGee afterparty in Asbury Park and closing out at Lake George for Adirondack Independence Music Festival.  The festival circuit continues in September with a stop in New Brunswick Canada for Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival with Robert Plant, Jason Isbell, Nathaniel Rateliff and more.

October brings PTF back to the Mid Atlantic States with a very special ‘Dark Side Of The Moon’ concept in Washington DC where the band will perform the classic album with Phish and Talking Heads songs intertwined through the album cuts.  Next up is the Southeast Region with a debut in Nashville, a return to Atlanta after crushing Sweetwater 420 Festival and multiple headlining plays in the Carolinas and Georgia.  October closes out with Halloween in Richmond VA with a ‘PTF is Bowie’ concept where the band will perform the music of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, Phish AND David Bowie.

Halloween Weekend rolls on with a three-show run at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA.  Each night at Sweetwater features a different concept show.  PTF will perform their ‘Animals’ concept on Friday night with a full rendition of Pink Floyd album “Animals” including ‘animal style’ Phish and Talking Heads songs mixed in between.  Saturday night will be a West Coast ‘PTF Is Bowie’ concept.  And Sunday afternoon will be a very special Kids Show called “Pink Talking Fish (4 Kids)”.  The band will start playing at 11AM and will perform an interactive kid friendly experience filled with singing, dancing, gadgets, prizes and more!

November also marks a return to Florida.  Earlier this year, the band had to unexpectedly cancel their Florida performances, so PTF plans on delivering an action-packed special experience for these shows.  Phish Tribute Act, Runaway Gin, will be on board to support these shows so this will be a fun ride for Phish Fans!

The Fall Tour closes out in Colorado with shows in Nederland and Denver.

PTF continues Summer Tour this week with festival performances at Jerry Jam in New Hampshire and Great South Bay Music Festival in Long Island NY.

Here is a Full List of Pink Talking Fish Tour Dates:

SUMMER TOUR: 

7/19: Bath NH at Jerry Jam 

7/20: Patchogue NY at Great South Bay Music Festival 

7/24: Middletown NY at Orange County Fair  

8/02: Hartford CT at Infinity Hall 

8/03: Waitsfield VT at Bear North on Sugarbush Mountain 

8/08: Norwick NY at NBT Bank Free Thursday Concert Series 

8/16: Long Beach Island NJ at Bird & Betty’s 

8/17: Bethel NY at Yasgur’s Woodstock 50th Anniversary Reunion on Yasgur’s Farm  

FALL TOUR: 

8/29: Kingston RI at Ocean Mist 

8/30: Asbury Park NJ at Wonder Bar – Umphrey’s McGee AfterParty 

8/31: Mason NH at Marty’s Summer Concert Series 

9/01: Lake George NY at Adirondack Independence Music Festival 

9/13: Greenfield MA at Wormtown Music Festival 

9/14: Fredericton NB Canada at Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival 

9/20: Fairfield CT at The Warehouse at FTC 

9/28: Hardwick MA at MTG Pheno Cup Music & Arts Fest 

10/11: Ardmore PA at Ardmore Music Hall 

10/13: Washington DC at The Hamilton – Dark Side Of The Moon Concept 

10/14: Roanoke VA at 5 Points Music Sanctuary 

10/16: Nashville TN at The Basement East 

10/17: Atlanta GA at The Loft 

10/18: Asheville NC at Asheville Music Hall 

10/19: Savannah GA at Southbound Brewing Company 

10/20: Charlotte NC at The Neighborhood Theatre 

10/24: Buffalo NY at Buffalo Iron Works 

10/25: Columbus OH at Woodlands Tavern 

10/26: Pittsburgh PA at The Rex Theater 

10/31: Richmond VA at The National - PTF Is Bowie Concept 

11/1: Mill Valley CA at Sweetwater Music Hall – Animals Concept 

11/2: Mill Valley CA at Sweetwater Music Hall – PTF Is Bowie Concept 

11/3: Mill Valley CA at Sweetwater Music Hall – Pink Talking Fish (4 Kids) 

11/13: Raleigh NC at Lincoln Theatre 

11/14: Charleston SC at Pour House 

11/15: Tampa FL at The Orpheum – w/s/g Runaway Gin 

11/16: Fort Lauderdale FL at Revolution Live – w/s/g Runaway Gin 

11/21: Ocean Beach CA at Winston’s 

11/22: Ocean Beach CA at Winston’s 

12/04: Rochester NY at Montage Music Hall 

12/05: Cleveland OH at Beachland Ballroom 

12/13: Nederland CO at The Caribou Room 

12/14: Denver CO at Summit Music Hall 

 NEW YEARS EVE: 

12/31: Boston MA at Paradise Rock Club 

Pink Talking Fish present a special Multi-Night Halloween Weekend Experience in California.  On November 1st – 3rd, PTF will be bringing their fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish to Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley CA.  Each show will feature a unique concept added to the performance. 

Friday night is Pink Talking Fish: Animals.  The band will perform Pink Floyd’s classic album “Animals” in it’s entirety with Animal Style Phish and Talking Heads songs intertwined through the album cuts.

Saturday night is Pink Talking Fish Is Bowie where the band will perform a fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, Phish AND David Bowie.

Sunday afternoon is Pink Talking Fish (4 Kids).  This is an interactive kid friendly concert experience full of singing, dancing, gadgets, prizes and more.  There will be a Costume Contest so kids can wear their Halloween Costumes one more time!

For people in The Bay Area/Marin County, this three show experience is a perfect way to celebrate Halloween Weekend!

Here are the details for each night:

FRI, NOV 1 – Pink Talking Fish: Animals 

Doors: 8 PM / Show: 9 PM 

TIX: https://www.sweetwatermusichall.com/e/pink-talking-fish-animals-concept-72471382857/ 

FB EVENT: https://www.facebook.com/events/483108315587515

SAT, NOV 2 – Pink Talking Fish Is Bowie 

Doors: 8 PM / Show: 9 PM 

TIX: https://www.sweetwatermusichall.com/e/pink-talking-fish-is-bowie-72471384863/ 

FB EVENT: https://www.facebook.com/events/502018193698492

SUN, NOV 3 – Pink Talking Fish (4 Kids) 

Doors: 10 AM / Show: 10:30 AM 

TIX: https://www.sweetwatermusichall.com/e/pink-talking-fish-kids-an-interactive-kid-friendly-concert-experience-72471386869/ 

FB EVENT: https://www.facebook.com/events/716980318761730 

Since 2007 Moonalice has been doing things their way...creating original art by well-known artists, graciously given to every attendee at each show, broadcasting live in HD every night they are on the road, immediately archiving each set for download and of course including everyone along the way as part of the Moonalice experience. 

This psychedelic, roots-rock outfit of seasoned musicians is about to hit the road again and it’s a full on family affair! Step right up and enjoy the sights and sounds of the T Sisters & The New Chamber Brothers! Distinguished by close harmonies, catchy melodies and potent lyricism, the T Sisters have created a refreshing brew of indie-folk/Americana music. Blood sisters Erika, Rachel and Chloe Tietjen flow seamlessly between styles and moods, from roots to pop and sassy to sincere, captivating listeners with their eclectic sound and soaring harmonies. 

And also added into the fold, Lester Chambers, member and lead singer of the 1960s soul rock group The Chambers Brothers, well-known for their 1968 hit “Time Has Come Today”, and his son Dylan will round out the party as The New Chamber Brothers, bringing soul, funk and that electrifying Chambers energy to the stage.

Moonalice plays original material mixed with covers, and during their extended freeform jams, the band moves as one, drawing from many musical genres honed from years of experience, laced with the latest and greatest technology in music’s digital evolution. Join the adventure, stay for the party and enjoy the show!  

THE BAND:

• John Molo: Drums, Vocals (Bruce Hornsby & The Range, John Fogerty, Phil Lesh & Friends, The Other Ones, David Nelson Band)


• Barry Sless: Lead Guitar, Pedal Steel Guitar, Bass (Phil Lesh & Friends, David Nelson Band, Kingfish, Cowboy Jazz)


• Roger McNamee: Rhythm Guitar, Vocals, Bass (Guff, The Engineers, Random Axes, Flying Other Brothers)  


• Pete Sears: Bass, Keyboards, Guitar, Vocals (Sam Gopal Dream, Rod Stewart, Jefferson Starship, Jerry Garcia, Hot Tuna, John Lee Hooker, David Nelson Band, Phil Lesh & Friends)


• Big Steve Parish: Road Scholar/Medicine Man/Storyteller (Grateful Dead crew for 26 years, co-founder of Jerry Garcia Band) 

AT A GLANCE:

• Social Media Numbers: 420K+ on Facebook, 68K+ on Twitter & 4K+ on Instagram


• Extensive tour schedule and videos of every Moonalice show can be seen at moonalice.com 


• Every show poster with legends can be viewed at moonaliceposters.com


• Short Film: 420 Gathering of the Tribe by Jay Blakesberg and Alex Fischer – about the Moonalice posters and poster artists:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iwYvJhlJn0k


• The single "It's 4:20 Somewhere" has been downloaded over 6 million times 


• Most shows broadcast live on Moonalice.com, Facebook & YouTube and are immediately archived for streaming


TOUR DATES:

10.22.19 Rex Theater - Pittsburgh, PA

10.23.19 Woodlands Tavern - Columbus, OH

10.24.19 Martyrs' - Chicago, IL

10.30.19 Golden Sails Hotel - Long Beach, CA

10.31.19 Saint Rocke - Hermosa Beach, CA

11.01.19 Ramona Mainstage - Ramona, CA

11.02.19 Discovery Ventura - Ventura, CO

11.03.19 Westlake Village Inn - Westlake Village, CA

11.08.19 HopMonk Tavern - Sebastopol, CA

11.09.19 The Odd Fellows Hall - Auburn, CA

11.15.19 Fernwood Resort at Big Sur, CA

11.16.19 Felton Music Hall - Felton, CA

11.17.19 Chapel in San Francisco, CA

Pink Talking Fish will kick off 2020 with a Coast to Coast Tour that brings the band from East to West and back again. The tour begins with shows in Vermont including a 2-night run at Phish’s Holy Ground of Nectars in Burlington VT.  PTF runs up and down the West Coast after that, beginning with their debut at Phil Lesh’s Terrapin Crossroads in San Rafael, CA.  The West Coast run includes stops in Los Angeles, Lake Tahoe, Portland, Seattle and more.

In February, PTF makes its long-awaited debut in Texas with stops in Houston, Austin and Dallas.  Following Texas is a Midwest Run where the band returns to Chicago and Columbus while also making its debut in Indianapolis IN.  The Winter Tour closes back on the East Coast with stops in Plymouth NH, Saratoga Springs NY and Norfolk CT. See what all the hype is about and catch this fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish in a city near you!

PTF 2020 Tour Dates: 

1/16: Killington VT at Pickle Barrel Nightclub 

1/17: Burlington VT at Nectars 

1/18: Burlington VT at Nectars 

1/30: San Rafael CA at Terrapin Crossroads 

1/31: Crystal Bay NV at Crystal Bay Casino 

2/01: Los Angeles CA at Teragram Ballroom 

2/04: Nevada City CA at Crazy Horse Saloon 

2/05: Arcata CA at Humbolt Brews 

2/06: Bend OR at Volcanic Theatre 

2/07: Portland OR at Mississippi Studios 

2/08: Seattle WA at Nectar Lounge 

2/09: Bellingham WA at Wild Buff House Of Music 

2/12: Salt Lake City UT at The Depot 

2/14: Houston TX at Last Concert Cafe 

2/15: Austin TX at ACL Live 

2/16: Dallas TX at Deep Ellum Art Co 

3/05: Indianapolis IN at The Vogue Theatre 

3/06: Chicago IL at Park West 

3/07: Columbus OH at Woodlands Tavern 

3/13: Plymouth NH at Flying Monkey 

3/14: Saratoga Springs NY at Putnam Place 

3/15: Norfolk CT at Infinity Music Hall

Remaining PTF 2019 Tour Dates: 

11/13: Raleigh NC at The Lincoln Theatre 

11/14: Charleston SC at Charleston Pour House 

11/15: Tampa FL at The Orpheum 

11/16: Fort Lauderdale FL at Revolution Live 

11/21: Ocean Beach CA at Winstons 

11/22: Ocean Beach CA at Winstons 

11/30: Providence RI at The Strand Ballroom – Phish AfterParty 

12/04: Pittsburgh PA The Rex Theater – Phish AfterParty 

12/05: Cleveland OH at Beachland Ballroom 

12/06: Detroit MI at Otis Supply 

12/07: Cincinnati OH at The Ludlow Garage 

12/13: Nederland CO at The Caribou Room 

12/14: Denver CO at Summit Music Hall – PTF Are Beastie Boys w/s/g DJ Logic 

12/27: Stroudsburg PA at Sherman Theater 

12/28: New York NY at The Gramercy Theatre – Dark Side Of The Moon Phish AfterParty 

12/29: New York NY at The Gramercy Theatre – PTF Are Beastie Boys Phish AfterParty w/s/g DJ Logic 

12/31: Boston MA at Paradise Rock Club 

Skull & Roses Returns to California’s Legendary Ventura County Fairgrounds with Elevated Experiences and Expansive All-Star Lineup including Original Grateful Dead Drummer Bill Kreutzmann in Long-Awaited Return of Billy & the Kids and Much More.

Skull & Roses is a multi-day festival which celebrates the music and community that formed around iconic American rock band the Grateful Dead. It returns for its 4th and best installment so far at the holy grail of the West Coast Grateful Dead scene, the Ventura County Fairgrounds (California), from April 2-5, 2020.

This year, for the first time, an original member of the Grateful Dead - drummer Bill Kreutzmann - will appear as one of the festival headliners, sharing the long-awaited return of his side project Billy & the Kids. The event has also evolved from bands exclusively performing music of the Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia, to now include those that have been inspired and influenced by their timeless music, including many original acts such as Jackie Greene, Circles Around the Sun, Ghost Light, David Nelson Band, Midnight North, Moonalice, and multi-instrumentalist Dave Harrington.

Skull & Roses has also expanded to four days, beginning with a Thursday night (April 2) Kick-Off Party featuring Stu Allen and Mars Hotel and a rare performance by Rooster Conspiracy featuring Jay Lane, Reed Mathis, and Todd Stoops. Friday to Sunday the music will run daily from 11:00am to midnight, and until 7:00pm on Sunday on two alternating stages. 

In addition to Billy & the Kids, headliners also include the second Skull & Roses appearance by Oteil & Friends, and the festival debut of Voodoo Dead, Steve Kimock’s (The Other Ones) unique project which debuted for three sold out late-nights during the 2015 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, and have only performed a handful of times outside of Jazz Fest with slightly varied lineups that explore the Dead’s expansive live catalog with a nod to New Orleans. Kreutzmann will be joined by “The Kids” Tom Hamilton (JRAD), Aron Magner (The Disco Biscuits), and Reed Mathis (Tea Leaf Green). Burbridge, who performs with Dead & Company, will be accompanied by Eric Krasno (Soulive), John Morgan Kimock (Mike Gordon), Jason Crosby (Terrapin Family Band) and more. Kimock’s Voodoo Dead also features Jeff Chimenti (Dead & Company), George Porter Jr. (The Meters), Jackie Greene, and JM Kimock (Mike Gordon).

While continuous music will take place on two stages all day long, there will also be new spaces for festival goers to explore including an expanded ‘Shakedown Street’ vending area, an all day and night general store, Shady Grove where people can relax and cool off, and Franklin’s Tower, a large indoor lounge with chairs, couches, and full-service bars. Plus a gallery of photos to view and purchase by photographer Jay Blakesberg and posters by Dennis Larkins, and others.

Skull & Roses is also introducing a new ticket category, GA Plus, for 500 fans which will offer many great perks including access into the High Time Lounge, a large tent with great views of both stages, furniture, full-service bars, reserved bleacher seating adjacent to the stages, and air-conditioned bathrooms. GA Plus members will have exclusive access to their own section of Franklin’s Tower, which will feature intimate musical performances, meet & greets, and even admittance to interviews with some of the musicians by Grateful Dead extended family members Steve Parish and Dennis McNally.

Skull & Roses is offering many new lodging options this year including hotel rooms at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach and Ventura Beach Marriott, RV and tent camping at the nearby Ventura Beach RV Park, and home rentals through our partnership with Vrbo.

Don't miss this celebration April 2-5 with friends, family and the community where you can expect “strangers stopping strangers just to shake their hand.”

Tier 1 tickets will go on sale Friday, November 15th at 10:00am PST starting at $199 while supplies last for General Admission and $399 for GA Plus, also while supplies last. More information and details can be found at: Skullandroses.com

THE LINEUP:

Billy & the Kids * Oteil & Friends * Voodoo Dead * Melvin Seals & JGB * Jackie Greene * Keller Williams’ Grateful Grass * Circles Around the Sun * Ghost Light * Grateful Shred * David Nelson Band * Stu Allen & Mars Hotel * Rooster Conspiracy * Midnight North *  Pink Talking Fish Are Dead * Cubensis * Moonalice * Jerry’s Middle Finger * Dave Harrington’s Merry Pranksters * Big Steve and the Ass Bites From Hell * The Alligators * Electric Waste Band * Grateful Dub * Marcus Rezak’s Shred Is Dead * Xtra Ticket Featuring Dave A’Bear * David Gans * The Noodles * China Cats * Catfish John

studio album Mouse Hunt in 2014. In 2018, the band earned the honor of touring alongside reggae rockstar Matisyahu, gaining more national attention from fans while simultaneously selling out their own headlining shows. They’ve also performed at some of the country’s biggest music festivals, including Electric Forest, Summer Camp Music Festival, Camp Bisco, Wave Spell and more.

Band Members

Nick Baum – percussion Justin Neely – guitar/vocals

Taylor Frederick – guitar/vocals Zac Flynn – bass, vocals Johnny Bosbyshell – keyboards Tanner Bardin – drums

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Pink Talking Fish revealed their newest concept last month which adds the music of Beastie Boys into the mix of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish. Previously announced shows on 12/14 in Denver and 12/29 in NYC include DJ Logic as a special guest. Now PTF has announced that they will include this concept for their New Year's Eve hometown performance in Boston MA at Paradise Rock Club.

The band debuted pieces of the concept as a surprise treat to fans at their show at Winston’s in San Diego on 11/21. In the 2nd set, PTF opened with Phish's "Poor Heart" and seamlessly sandwiched "Girls" in the middle of it. A few songs later, a block of Beastie Boys songs were performed which included "So Whatcha Want", "Root Down" and "Fight For Your Right To Party".  A "Sabotage" encore capped the night off.

The audience energy was gigantic when these songs were played and the upcoming Pink Talking Fish Are Beastie Boys shows are sure to be fantastic events.  

Enjoy full audio of the San Diego 2nd set, courtesy of Aaron Bowers: 

https://archive.org/details/ptf2019-11-21.matrix.obaaron.2448/ptf2019-11-21s2t02.flac

Enjoy an audience video of ‘Fight For Your Right To Party’, courtesy of Dan Gurga: 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uGQLmVrUTXmEUqKgxETqzFQ3L53ne-j4/view?ts=5de80146

Here are the upcoming Pink Talking Fish Are Beastie Boys performances: 

December 14th, 2019 

Summit Music Hall 

Denver CO 

w/s/g DJ Logic 

Supporting Act: The Jauntee

December 29th, 2019 

Gramercy Theatre 

New York, NY 

w/s/g DJ Logic 

PHISH AFTERPARTY

December 31st, 2019  

Paradise Rock Club 

Boston MA 

Supporting Act: The New Motif

2020 marks the 13th year celebration of Bend’s premier, multi-day, music event, 4 Peaks Music Festival, once again being held at Southeast Bend’s Stevenson Ranch over the Summer Solstice, June 18-21. After graciously receiving their permit from Deschutes County, this festival for musical lovers, families and the community at large, is poised and ready for another stellar year!

Located in beautiful Central Oregon, 4 Peaks will proudly feature two stages of world-class music featuring national, regional and local bands for music enthusiasts of all tastes.

Festival-goers should expect grand views, grassy fields, music on three stages, morning Yoga, expanded ‘Kidlandia,’ a large late-night tent, “chill” areas, and an array of local food, beverages, and craft vendors. Committed to building an intimate, family-friendly festival, 4 Peaks takes pride in showcasing their high desert home, while strengthening and contributing to the economic growth of Bend and its surrounding communities.

“2020 brings elevated experiences to an already established Central Oregon tradition. This year expect VIP upgrades, enjoyable aesthetics, expanded areas, and additional food & beverage options,” says Festival Director Stacy Koff. “It’s nice to know the Community supports our family-friendly music & arts event and we want to thank you all for your genuine feedback we took into consideration from 2019. We’ve also got a few exciting surprises up our sleeves for this year!”

Stay tuned as the musical lineup is being curated along with weekend programming. Past lineups have included Railroad Earth, Los Lobos, The Infamous Stringdusters, Greensky Bluegrass, and moe. Other notable acts such as Billy Strings, The Motet, Sonny Landreth, Sierra Hull, Rusted Root, The Wood Brothers, Melvin Seals, New Mastersounds, Carolyn Wonderland, and young local favorites CJ Neary and Maxwell Friedman have graced the 4 Peaks stage over the years.

Early Bird Weekend Passes are on sale for $225 and NOW INCLUDE camping & parking. RV Passes, Teen Passes, Luxury Yurts, Luxury RV Packages and new this year, Family Packs, are also on sale. As always, children 10 and under are free. And please respect the ‘Zero Waste’ ethos implemented by the Environmental Center.

Today, Envision Festival, hosted from February 17th - 24th, shares yet even more reasons why not to miss what is sure to be an epic 10th Anniversary Celebration with the announcement of their Phase 2 lineup including additional yogis and workshops plus musicians from across the globe. The jungle is ready for the celebration of the decade, but the real question is, are you?

With the focus on International House, these line-up additions are made up of top producers and DJs from Tulum, Berlin, Amsterdam and beyond. Berlin-based Jan Blomqvist has an unmistakable sound comprised of ‘fat, analog bass’ and his signature vocals. David Block, better known as The Human Experience is a DJ, producer, composer and artist from LA who uses art, music and collaboration for social change. And Mexican electronic music producer Sainte Vie explores music through his multicultural electronic creations.

With a lineup that spans across genre boundaries and international cultures, sprinkled with the best sonic legends that Europe, Latin America, Costa Rica & Mexico, Envision truly showcases some of the finest music in the world also welcoming Gone Gone Beyond, Morillo, Amine K, DRRTYWULVZ, David Satori, DJ Dakini, Def 3, Nico Luminous, Samuel J, Javier Portilla, Evan Fraser and Vir McCoy, Footprints, Mila Tina, Sam Klassik, Cats Pijamas, Centaurus A, Fernando Melo, Neztha, K-Tron, Förë Movimiento Afro, DJ Mezi and the Envision Orchestra with Vir McCoy!

Envision Creative Director and CEO Josh Wendel weighs in on this year’s lineup:

“The 10th anniversary of Envision Festival will be the biggest and most diverse lineup to date. Tipper, a West Coast festival favorite, will be bringing his psychedelic sound that continues to push boundaries. And the other headliner, Rüfüs Du Sol, an alternative electro-dance group from Australia, are just blowing up internationally.” He adds, “The 7-day Experience is also stacked with Emancipator, and CloZee is back for her 5th year, this time with 2 sets, one being a special sunrise set that is not to be missed!"

As the Lapa stage continues to grow, this year the line up is heavily focused on house and techno. Get ready for the slow, Latin sounds of Matanza & Chancha Vía Circuito and the ethnic, melodic house beats of Be Svendsen & Monolink. Be sure not to miss the exciting sounds blessing the Yoga Temple (Village Stage) Monday through Sunday, lots of live music with bigger and more exciting names than ever!

Boasting a 4 or 7-day experience, world-class entertainment and immersive adventures, there is something for everyone! Be amazed by a genre-defying lineup across 5 awe-inspiring stages, daily yoga & movement classes, transformative excursions, workshops, an on-site spa (complete with organic facials, massages, and energy work), environmentalism and permaculture initiatives and of course beach access with legendary sunsets. Come revel in Community & Eco Initiatives and Envision’s ‘7 Pillars’ as they echo through the jungle.

Also proud to be celebrating the sixth year at their home, outside of Uvita Costa Rica, Rancho L a Merced is perfectly perched at the junction where the rainforest connects with the pristine tropical beach. As one of the most biodiverse places on Earth, it literally buzzes with life.

The full 7-Day Experience prices start at $689 and the 4-day passes start at $389. All passes have an additional charge for tax and purchase fees. Packages and details can be found here: https://envisionfestival.com

The 13th Annual 4 Peaks Music Festival Drops Lineup & Upgrades its Family Vibe 4 Peaks Music Festival, Bend’s premier, multi-day, music event, is returning to Southeast Bend’s Stevenson Ranch for its 13-year celebration over the Summer Solstice, June 18-21. This festival for musical lovers, families and the community at large, proudly announce their stacked 2020 line up that brings a healthy mix of rock, funk & bluegrass artists.

Acclaimed songwriter and performer Grace Potter will serenade festival-goers with her sultry, vocal power. Fans will also experience the blissful, soulful swamp rock of JJ Grey & Mofro. Other acts include Lettuce, Keller Williams' Grateful Grass, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades, Dustbowl Revival, Aqueous, The Dip, Lindsay Lou, TK & The Holy Know Nothings, Western Centuries, Pixie & The Partygrass Boys, Dragondeer, The Sweet Lillies, The Higgs, local bands Fair Trade Boogies, Skillethead, Organized Chaos and many more TBA soon!

“I’m incredibly proud to have curated this caliber of talent and variety for the 2020 festival. 4 Peaks always brings our crowd a diverse, eclectic line-up so whether you are a first-time patron or the most seasoned festival-goer, be prepared to get your groove on!” ~ Stacy Koff

Hosted once again on the stunning Stevenson Ranch, music lovers will feel right at home with the picturesque view of the Cascade Mountains as the backdrop. The ranch is a beautiful piece of property fully engulfed by mountains and offers an atmosphere of pure intimacy. Attendees can look forward to two stages of world-class music, morning yoga, nightly entertainment and a late-night Silent Disco, local food, beverages, craft vendors and of course wide open, grassy camping. There truly is something for everyone!

Committed to building an intimate, family-friendly festival, kids should get ready for this year’s Kidlandia where they can dabble in ukulele and drumming workshops, t-shirt and musical instrument making, as well as crafting. Performers on the Kidlandia stage will include local child-centric singer/songwriters, jugglers, Capoeira teachers and other performers. Also expect a wide variety of activities including lawn games, a coloring book table, a large weaving loom, corn pool, library, table board games and more.

Regular Weekend Passes are on sale for $250 and NOW INCLUDE FREE camping & parking. RV Passes, Teen Passes, Luxury Yurts, Luxury RV Packages and new this year, Family Packs, are also on sale. As always, children 10 and under are free. And please respect the ‘Zero Waste’ ethos implemented by our partners the Environmental Center (to live lighter on the planet and to preserve the spectacular landscape of Central Oregon) and Silipint who will give everyone who enters the gates a FREE PINT GLASS for any and all beverages, all weekend long.

For more information, please check out the 4 Peaks website and keep up to date via their social media channels for all the upcoming news and details!

Pink Talking Fish has had a busy start to 2020 bringing their fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish to the West Coast, Texas and more. Their Winter Tour continues in March with stops in the Midwest and select Northeast cities.

In April, Spring Tour will be in full effect with a mix of festivals, headlining events, multiple night experiences and some very special concept shows. Festival stops include Skull & Roses in California, Wanee Block Party in Florida, Some Kind Of Jam 15 in Pennsylvania and a return to Strange Creek Campout in Massachusetts. Wanee will include a ‘PTF is Allmans’ concept where the band will add The Allman Brothers catalogue into the mix. Skull & Roses will see the band adding Grateful Dead as a ‘4th Band’ for the ‘PTF Are Dead’ concept.

Another event involving Grateful Dead will be happening on 5/8 in Ithaca NY. Every year, Ithaca celebrates one of the most famous Dead shows in History - ‘Cornell 77’. This year at The State Theatre, Pink Talking Fish will perform a very special ‘PTF Are Dead’ concept by blending 5/8/77 inspired Grateful Dead material into the mix.

Some fantastic supporting acts are joining PTF along the way on this tour. The Dire Wolves will be opening the show in Boulder CO. The 2 Night Brooklyn Bowl event will include Space Bacon on Friday night and Neighbor, featuring PTF keyboardist Richard James, on Saturday night. Very special guests Strange Machines will be supporting PTF’s hometown celebration in Boston.

The Spring Tour finale features a 2 Night Co-Headlining Double Bill with Star Kitchen at Ardmore Music Hall in Ardmore PA.

Here is a full list of upcoming Pink Talking Fish tour dates:

WINTER TOUR:

3/05: Indianapolis IN at The Vogue Theatre

3/06: Chicago IL at Park West

3/07: Columbus OH at Woodlands Tavern

3/13: Plymouth NH at The Flying Monkey

3/14: Saratoga Springs NY at Putnam Place w/s/g Eggy

3/15: Norfolk CT at Infinity Hall

SPRING TOUR:

4/03: Ventura CA at Skull & Roses – Pink Talking Fish Are Dead

4/04: Boulder CO at The Fox Theatre w/s/g Dire Wolves

4/09: Asbury Park NJ at The Stone Pony – Jams In The Sand Release Party

4/10: Brooklyn NY at Brooklyn Bowl w/s/g Space Bacon

4/11: Brooklyn NY at Brooklyn Bowl w/s/g Neighbor

4/24: Fort Lauderdale FL at Wanee Block Party – Pink Talking Fish Are Allmans

4/25: Schuylkill Haven PA at Some Kind Of Jam 15

5/08: Ithaca NY at The State Theatre – 5/8/77 Anniversary Party featuring Pink Talking Fish Are Dead inspired by “Cornell ‘77”

5/09: Fairfield CT at FTC Warehouse

5/15: Boston MA at Paradise Rock Club w/v/s/g Strange Machines

5/22: Greenfield MA at Strange Creek Campout

5/28: Roanoke VA at 5 Points Music Sanctuary

5/29: Richmond VA at The National

5/30: Norfolk VA at The NorVa

6/05-06: Ardmore PA at Ardmore Music Hall – 2 Night Double-Bill with Star Kitchen

Friends,

Firstly, we want to thank you for your patience. We know how passionate each and every one of you are about the Skull & Roses experience. We are too, and it’s what makes these challenging times that much tougher. Wednesday night, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that California public health officials issued an updated policy on gatherings to protect public health and slow the spread of COVID-19. The state’s public health experts determined that gatherings should be postponed or canceled across the state until at least the end of March. Non-essential gatherings must be limited to no more than 250 people. Even though our event falls just a couple days beyond the end of March, we cannot make the assumption that this mandate will be cleared by then.

Following these guidelines, it is no longer possible to hold Skull & Roses in early April as originally planned, and as a result, we are postponing until a new weekend can be determined. All original purchases, including hotel and camping stays, will be honored for the rescheduled dates. Let us alleviate your concerns: We fully intend to issue refunds for those that are unable to attend. We will notify pass holders by Friday, March 20th on how to obtain refunds. No refunds will be issued before this date.

We know we have festival-goers coming from near and far to attend, and we want to provide ample time to make alternative arrangements and receive travel refunds where possible. We thank you for your continued support and understanding. Our team will be back in touch as soon as possible with additional information.

We WILL get by, we WILL survive!

~The Skull & Roses Team

Multi-instrumentalist Bobby Deitch proudly announces the upcoming release of his second full-length album entitled Work With Whatcha Got!. Deitch plans to roll out three singles, the first being the title track on Saturday, March 21, over the next several weeks, with the full album dropping Friday, May 1, 2020.

Following an illustrious career as a musician, educator, and songwriter, Deitch released his first debut full-length album Grateful in Spring 2017 with his Bobby Deitch Band (BDB). Comprised of Deitch, his wife Denise Deitch (vocals, percussion), Natasha DiMarco (vocals), Dave Reiss (bass guitar), Matt Wayne (saxophone, keys, vocals), JoeMamma Carpentieri (drums), then keyboardist Eddy Bishai and then guitarist Scott Reeves. “Grateful” was produced by Lettuce members Adam Deitch and Nigel Hall, who both performed on the album along with special guests bassist George Porter jr. (Meters), drummer Nikki Glaspie (Beyonce/Nth Power), guitarists Adam Smirnoff and Eric Krasno and pianist Jon Cleary. The 7-piece powerhouse group combines the sounds of soul, rock, funk, and Motown for an uplifting musical experience. The group has had quite the touring roster over the last two years, performing headlining shows at the Blue Note, NYC, Cervantes, Denver, CO, Garcia’s at the Capitol Theatre, and the legendary venue My Father’s Place alongside Brandon “Taz” Niederauer and supporting sets for Lettuce and Big “Funky” Sam.

Work With Whatcha Got! was recorded in Pomona, NY, Mahwah, NJ’s Les Paul Studio and Colorado Sound, Westminster, CO. Deitch recruited a roster of incredible special guest musicians including members of Lettuce (Adam Deitch, Nigel Hall, Eric Benny Bloom and Adam Shmeeans Smirnoff), Turkuaz (Shira Elias and Michelangelo Carubba), Original Blues Brothers/Rod Stewart saxophonist Baron Raymonde, The Meters (George Porter jr.), Steveland Swatkins (Allen Stone) and Hayley Jane (Hayley Jane & The Primates). The nine-track album was produced by BDB member Matt Wayne with help from Deitch over the course of two years. Bobby’s wife Denise was the inspiration behind many of the songs. Their overall message is to inspire listeners to pursue their best attributes and bring people together to create a better world.

Notable tracks on the album include a Deitch & George Porter Jr. duet on “Constant Complainer”, “Live Together” as the band’s first official protest anthem, a very funky “If Looks Could Kill,” featuring a killer talkbox solo by Steveland Swatkins, a vocal duet with Deitch and his wife Denise on “You’re All That Matters To Me”, and a fiery guitar solo by Scott Reeves on “Love Is Just A Kiss Away”.

“The message of the music is meant to spread love. The music is designed to empower people to be the best they can be. It’s “feel good music” that touches your soul and brings you to a place originally built by artists like Earth, Wind & Fire, Stevie Wonder and Billy Joel,” Deitch says.

The first single will be available for streaming on all platforms on Saturday, March 21st. An album presale is now available on www.BobbyDeitchBand.com and CD Baby.

Work With Whatcha Got Tracklist

Live Together

Love Is Just A Kiss Away

Work With Whatcha Got

You’re All That Matters To Me

If Looks Could Kill

Love Attack

He Loves Me

Constant Complainer

It’s You

Work With Whatcha Got Players:

Bobby Deitch - Lead Vocals, Guitar, Cowbell, Tambourine & Co-Producer

Michelangelo Carubba (Turkuaz) - Drums

Dave Reiss (Bobby Deitch Band) - Bass, Guitar & Co-Producer

Shira Elias (Turkuaz), Hayley Jane (Hayley Jane and the Primates), Natasha DiMarco (Bobby Deitch Band) - Background Vocals

Zach Lauzon - Trombone

Fred Maxwell (Alicia Keys, Christina Aguilera) - Trumpet

Baron Raymonde (Rod Stewart, Bruce Springsteen, Original Blues Brothers) - Tenor Sax

Adam Smirnoff (Lettuce) - Guitar, Guitar Solo

Matt Wayne - Alto Sax, Background Vocals, Organ, Horn Arrangement

Deke Strauss - Congas

While the music world turns to live streams and fresh content, Borderland Festival has shared unreleased footage of Keller Williams’ Grateful Grass featuring Oteil Burbridge and the Infamous Stringdusters rehearsing “Eyes of the World” in the historic equestrian stables at Knox Farm State Park in East Aurora, NY, just outside of Buffalo.

This first-time collaboration created a very special set as the sun went down at Borderland festival casting a golden light over the 600-acre park. The band performed “Shakedown Street”, “Scarlet Begonias” and Keller’s “Cumberlove” as well as several other Grateful Dead covers. “It was a true honor to have some of my favorite artists and friends come together to perform at Borderland paying homage to the Grateful Dead with such a beautiful set. As a promoter, it is one of those unforgettable moments in time.” says festival owner, Jennifer Brazill.

Watch the video here https://youtu.be/OPlorI23-w8

Listen and download the full set at bit.ly/BLfest19GratefulGrass

Borderland Festival is planning to return, September 19th-20th, 2020 to

Knox Farm State Park. visit www.borderlandfestival.com for more information and updates.

Skull & Roses Festival officially dropped reschedule dates yesterday and also announced a virtual party happening this week…as we can’t all be together this weekend in Ventura.

1. SKULL & ROSES IV is OFFICIALLY RESCHEDULED for APRIL 8-11, 2021

Mark your calendars, we’re officially rescheduled to approximately the same time next year. We felt it best to take a full year off to allow the virus to run its course, rather than trying to force an earlier date that may also be negatively affected. If you plan to join us, you don’t need to do anything. Your ticket will be honored even if ticket prices increase in the future.

We are still working very hard on solidifying the lineup for you, but you can expect most of the same artists to join us in 2021 for a VERY similar lineup. We are looking forward to presenting you the finest available GD-related entertainment and as details shake out, you’ll be the first to know!

2. SKULL & ROSES IV: VIRTUAL BEACH PARTY WEEKEND

Several of our biggest fans & supporters have stepped up to organize a virtual, online festival for us all to enjoy this weekend.  Nothing like the real thing, but in today’s environment, this is about as “real” as it’s going to get.

Please tune-in and join us at some point this weekend for great music, special guests, live performances and past S&R sets. Let’s unite our positive forces in cyberspace as we intended to do live in Ventura this weekend and shine our burning love lights as one and beam our positive energies to the universe!

CONFIRMED ACTS:

Reed Mathis (Billy & The Kids), Scott Guberman (Stu Allen & Mars Hotel), Roger McNamee & Jason Crosby (Moonalice), Zach Nugent (Disco Dead), Richard James (Pink Talking Fish), Nate LaPointe (Cubensis), Halina Janusz & Garrett Deloian (Jerry's Middle Finger), Mark Fisher (Electric Waste Band), Michael Berkey (The Alligators), a drop in from 'No Simple Road' and more.

Streaming live from the festivals Facebook page!

Friday 4.4 5:00pm - 10:00pm PST

Saturday 4.5 7:00pm - Midnight PST

FB EVENT: https://www.facebook.com/events/3003738599708555/

(Schedule will be up in here soon!)

After the initial announcement last month regarding his second full-length album, Work With Whatcha Got!, now due out on May 15th, multi-instrumentalist Bobby Deitch with the Bobby Deitch Band (BDB) have released their third featured track, “Live Together” out today.

Following the album’s successful first two single releases, “Work With Whatcha Got!” and “Constant Complainer”, “Live Together” marks the BDB’s third single release ahead of his forthcoming album, and features Lettuce’s own Nigel Hall on keys.

Nigel Hall isn’t new to the Deitch family, having co-produced the band’s first 2017 album, Grateful, with Bobby’s son, Lettuce/Break Science drummer/producer Adam Deitch. Hall showcases his versatile skills throughout the rest of the album, helping to engineer and record George Porter Jr.’s bass on the previous single, “Constant Complainer”.

The release of “Live Together” comes as the world faces a global pandemic, live music events and large gatherings are halted, and world leaders face scrutiny while playing a crucial role in what the future holds. “Live Together” represents a song to help heal the country and raises the question of how to live in harmony with our neighbors.

The song highlights an uplifting vocal harmony with Deitch, Matt Wayne (saxophonist/keyboardist/producer/arranger), vocalist Natasha DiMarco and his wife Denise Deitch. The song also features Bobby on lead vocals, drums, and percussion, Joel Newton on guitar, musical director Dave Reiss on bass and Deke Strauss on congas.

“The song’s message is about trying to heal wounds created by racial prejudice and political divisiveness.” ‘Time to put our differences aside.’ “I hope the vibe and groove of the music and the message of emotional healing reaches people to spread love and compassion for one another,” Bobby Deitch says.

Listen to the Bobby Deitch Band’s third single release “Live Together” below and on all streaming platforms. An album presale begins on May 1st on the band’s website BobbyDeitchBand.com & CDBaby.com and for the full release on May 15th.

“Live Together” Players:

Bobby Deitch - Lead Vocal, Drums, Claps, Cowbell, Tambourine, Woodblock

Denise Deitch - Claps, background vocals

Matt Wayne - Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Flute, Background Vocals, Horn Arrangement

Natasha DiMarco - Background Vocals

Dave Reiss - Bass

Nigel Hall - Rhodes

Joel Newton - Guitar

In celebration of Earth Day, Borderland Festival is very proud to release a video featuring members of the Infamous Stringdusters, Greensky Bluegrass, Fruition with a guest appearance by Keller Williams. Also appearing are partners Reverb, Headcount, Positive Legacy and Waterkeeper Alliance and members of the Borderland Team. The song: Planets by The Infamous Stringdusters

Earth Day has more importance then ever during these unprecedented times. We hope you can share this with your audience to brighten their day plus encourage them to become better stewards of our planet by making the world more sustainable.

Given the challenging times we are facing around the world, Positive Legacy & Cloud 9 Adventures have aligned to do what they do best: spread joy and give back to the music community in need. Together they proudly present a COVID-19 Relief Fund & Program to benefit event gig workers who have been actively involved with live music events and are currently out of work.

The fund aims to support these behind the scenes players who are just as critical to events’ success as the musicians themselves, and don’t have a platform or outlet to obtain income during this pandemic. Independent contractors that work in the live music industry whose income or health have been directly impacted by COVID-19 are eligible and can apply HERE.

Positive Legacy will match each donation dollar-for-dollar up to $10,000 and each grant receiver can expect $250. Anyone interested or able to support the livelihoods of this special group of workers by making a donation of any size to the fund will help make a difference and keep the music industry alive! 

Positive Legacy & Cloud 9 Adventures are showing a united front benefiting the gig workers & independent contractors behind the scenes who make up the music industry by giving back to these people who make the magic happen. They plan to present select, live footage and other unique content via social media to build the campaign, starting with a vintage Lettuce show from Jam Cruise 9. Tune in to the Jam Cruise or Positive Legacy Facebook pages TONIGHT at 8pm EST for a funky 2011 throwback. Those who enjoy the footage are encouraged to donate to the virtual tip jar on Venmo: @positive-legacy

We hope you can help us make this dream a reality by donating HERE or visit the Positive Legacy website for more information.

In a world rocked by COVID-19, Arise Music Festival stands strong in our commitment to support and create community through artistic expression. Debuting on Saturday, May 2, join us for our first-ever, virtual ARISE Online Gathering!

Continuing our seven-year tradition of providing musical and creative performances, ARISE invites our community to gather virtually from the comfort of your home and enjoy a special evening of music, art, yoga and self-expression. Streaming from 6:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., the ARISE Online Gathering will present a diverse lineup of talented singer-songwriters, electronic artists and live painters with special segments of yoga and sound healing.

Join the online stream by visiting https://www.facebook.com/arisemusicfestival.

We are pleased to announce the launch of the Positive Legacy Virtual Variety Show on Monday, May 11th at 8pEST, a bi-weekly event to keep you entertained while we fundraise for our struggling music community in need.

We invite the concert going community to tune-in in support of the beloved music crew currently without gigs for the foreseeable future. Each episode will be dedicated to those who work behind the scenes to make the magic happen. Crew tips will be solicited and entered into the fundraising pot for the Positive Legacy COVID-19 Relief Fund- Helping Those Who Make Live Music Events Happen.

We are pulling out all the punches and bringing you only the most quality entertainment such as cooking demos, drink making tips, stupid human tricks, game shows, dances, skits, acrobatic feats, and much more. Our first episode features Fishing Tips with Larry Keel, an Indian Rice cooking demo w/ Chef Archna and DMB’s Jeff Coffin, Fruition’s Jay + Megan doing a makeup couples content, a tune from members of The Motet, and more...

The show is hosted by Positive Legacy’s Vice President Seth Weiner, akaYour Rocktioneer™. Each episode will feature a variety of different segments by your favorite artists with some segments finding their home and making a regular appearance. You never know who you’ll see or what you’ll get so you don’t want to miss a single episode!

In addition to the Virtual Variety Show Positive Legacy will continue to host unreleased Jam Cruise shows in collaboration with Cloud 9 Adventures every Thursday evening at 8p EST as well as providing fun re-streams of varying festival footage on the alternating Monday evenings.

So far Positive Legacy has been able to distribute $15K in micro-grants to 60 deserving individuals. Unfortunately, there are many more qualified gig workers on the waiting list so we need your help to raise additional funds to be able to support as many of these requests as possible!

Donate today! 

Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo @positive-legacy 

Directly to Network For Good: https://bit.ly/2x03cWV

Multi-instrumentalist, educator and songwriter Bobby Deitch proudly announces the release of his band’s second full-length album entitled Work With Whatcha Got!. The Bobby Deitch Band rolled out three singles over the past 6 weeks along with accompanying videos and tons of original content all leading up to the full album drop TODAY!

“The overall sound of the music is designed to make listeners feel good, much in the same way Motown and soul bands do. The songs are all completely different.” says Deitch. “The title track (Work With Whatcha Got) is an uptempo, funk/rock song designed to inspire people to pursue their best attributes. I was honored to sing a duet with George Porter Jr., Meters bassist on “Constant Complainer” which was referring to those people who often do not live in the moment and see too much negativity in their lives. “If Looks Could Kill” was inspired by an encounter with the percussionist from the Les McCann band who had an eye for my girlfriend (now my wife). “Live Together” is my protest type song, much like Marvin Gaye’s What’s Goin’ On.

Recorded at Call Hollow Studios, Pomona, NY, Les Paul Studios Mahwah, NJ’s and Colorado Sound, Westminster, CO, Work With Whatcha Got! has quite the roster of incredible special guest musicians including members of Lettuce (Adam Deitch, Nigel Hall, Eric Benny Bloom and Adam Shmeeans Smirnoff), Turkuaz (Shira Elias and Michelangelo Carubba), saxophonist Baron Raymonde (Original Blues Brothers/Rod Stewart ), George Porter Jr. (The Meters), Steveland Swatkins (Allen Stone) and Hayley Jane (Hayley Jane & The Primates). The nine-track album was produced by BDB member Matt Wayne with help from Deitch over the course of two years. Bobby’s wife Denise was the inspiration behind many of the songs. Their overall message is to bring people together to create a better world while spreading love through music!

Notable tracks on the album include a Deitch & George Porter Jr. duet on “Constant Complainer”, “Live Together” as the band’s first official protest anthem, a very funky “If Looks Could Kill,” featuring a killer talkbox solo by Steveland Swatkins, a vocal duet with Deitch and his wife Denise on “You’re All That Matters To Me”, and a fiery guitar solo by Scott Reeves on “Love Is Just A Kiss Away”.

Bobby Deitch Band released their first debut full-length album Grateful in Spring 2017 featuring Denise Deitch (vocals, percussion), Natasha DiMarco (vocals), Dave Reiss (bass guitar), Matt Wayne (saxophone, keys, vocals), JoeMamma Carpentieri (drums), then keyboardist Eddy Bishai and then guitarist Scott Reeves. The 8-piece powerhouse group combines the sounds of soul, rock, funk, and Motown for an uplifting musical experience adn have had quite the touring roster over the last two years, performing headlining shows at the Blue Note, NYC, Cervantes, Denver, CO, Garcia’s at the Capitol Theatre, and the legendary venue My Father’s Place alongside Brandon “Taz” Niederauer and supporting sets for Lettuce and Big “Funky” Sam.

Work With Whatcha Got! is streaming on all platforms:

Spotify>> https://spoti.fi/3bDg1Vk

iTunes>> https://apple.co/3cBFakG

Google Play>> https://bit.ly/3dPcXHj

Amazon>> https://amzn.to/2WxlyZs

Pandora>> https://pdora.co/2Z8zQ4m

iHeartRadio>> https://ihr.fm/2X3xQHQ

Hear Now>> https://bit.ly/3czWDK9

Greg Anton (drums) and Scott Guberman (keyboards) met a few years back when Scott relocated to the San Francisco Bay Area. Guberman loves Robert Hunter’s lyrics and reached out to Anton to see if he had any unfinished songs with Hunter lyrics. Anton has co-written 33 songs with Hunter and had a couple that had not been properly recorded, so Anton and Guberman started writing together. They were also playing in various live projects and decided they liked their new arrangements of the two songs enough to record them...The Anton/Guberman Project was born. RELEASE DATE- FRI, JUNE 12th

In September 2019 Anton and Guberman recruited renowned San Francisco Bay Area players Stu Allen, Mark Karan and Robin Sylvester, took the band into a top-quality studio (Prairie Sun Recording, Mooka Rennick producing) and came out with a stellar 2-song recording. Then they partnered with Telefunken Elektro Records, a subsidiary of Telefunken Microphones, known for producing the world’s highest-quality audio products. Nothing has been spared in this process to produce the highest-quality audiophile recording possible with today’s technology. The songs will initially be released on 45 RPM 12” vinyl with original cover art by Stanley Mouse.

“The music is so crystal clear, it literally jumps off the record.” ~Telefunken Elektro Records CEO, Toni Fishman.

THE SONGS:

SIDE A: JUST BECAUSE: R. Hunter, G. Anton, S. Guberman (c 2019)

SIDE B: WHISKY’S SWEETER THAN MILK: R. Hunter, G. Anton, S. Guberman (c 2019)

THE PLAYERS:

Scott Guberman…Keyboards/Vocals

Greg Anton…Drums

Stu Allen…Guitar

Mark Karan…Guitar

Robin Sylvester…Bass

Stephanie Salva…Vocals

THE STORIES:

JUST BECAUSE: Anton co-wrote songs with Robert Hunter for two stage plays written by Michael Mann. ‘JUST BECAUSE’ was a song that never made it to the stage, so to give it the honor it deserves, Anton and Guberman rearranged it as a rock ‘n roll song.

WHISKY’S SWEETER THAN MILK: Anton originally wrote this song with Hunter for John Lee Hooker’s last album. Hooker died before he finished recording it. Anton and Guberman thought it would be a perfect addition to this project and reworked this upbeat, original blues tune.

GREG ANTON

Greg Anton is a well-known drummer on the jamband circuit who has performed thousands of concerts worldwide and has recorded forty+ albums. He’s published over 50 original songs, composed music for film, theater and TV, and, other than Pigpen and Brent Mydland, has performed with every member of the Grateful Dead. Anton has also left his mark playing with Zero (touring in 2020), Otis Taylor, John Cipollina, John Kahn, John Lee Hooker, Nicky Hopkins, Grace Slick, Stanley Jordan, Perry Farrel, Paul McCandless, Shana Morrison, David Nelson, Merl Saunders, Harvey Mandel, The Rock Collection, The Heart of Gold Band and many others. Anton is also an author, his first Rock ‘n Roll novel FACE THE MUSIC was released in 2016 (Plus One Press) and his second novel, WHEN IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN WHAT, is due out in 2020.

SCOTT GUBERMAN

Scott Guberman has become an important member of the Bay Area music scene and performs regularly with Grateful Dead's founding bassist, Phil Lesh. In addition, Guberman can be found touring the national circuit teaming up with just about every professional level Grateful Dead project out there.

Guberman broke into the Grateful Dead scene at the turn of the millennium. He first gained recognition as a Hammond organist performing heavily with Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and former Grateful Dead keyboardist, Tom Constanten; and touring with another Grateful Dead keyboardist, Vince Welnick.

According to Full Moonalice legend, these are scary times. The pandemic has killed more than 100,000 people. More than 40 million people have filed for unemployment insurance. Thousands are in the streets every night protesting police brutality and discriminatory practices.  Meanwhile, the man in the White House makes it all worse.

We in the Full Moonalice tribe need to be part of the solution. Let us acknowledge that many of our brothers and sisters suffer from discrimination and do everything in our power to rectify that. Let us celebrate diversity.  As Darrin Brenner demonstrates in the art above, we are stronger and better when we join hands and work together.

Spread love, peace, and happiness.  And listen to and share our version of the Chambers Brothers hit, Love, Peace and Happiness, the fourth release from our upcoming album.

The album was recorded pre-coronavirus at Laughing Tiger Studio in San Rafael, with our good friend Dave Way at the mixing console. We can't wait for you to hear it! Songwriting credit for Love, Peace and Happiness: Lester Chambers, Joseph Lamar Chambers, Willie Mack Chambers, George Chamber.

Get your FREE download of "Love, Peace and Happiness" here:

https://store.moonalice.com/products/love-peace-happiness-single-free-download

The new music video will premiere in today's livestream and was created by Arthur Rosato and Jon Luini, in collaboration with Dylan and Lester Chambers. We are really proud of this recording and hope you like it. Join us at 4:20pm PT for the celebration on Moonalice.com, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter!

If you ever wanted to rock Bill Kreutzmann’s art on your sleeve or grab some rare 7 Walkers gear, your time is now! EVERYTHING in the store is now just $10 with ALL profits to be donated to Backline. This the last chance for these limited edition merch items! http://billkreutzmann.com/mercantile

Eminence Ensemble announced the beginning of a new chapter as they welcome Dylan Gleit. This is a bittersweet time for the players as they part with Taylor Frederick, who joined the band in 2016. Frederick made many great contributions to the band during his tenure and is an incredible talent, but the addition of Gleit on guitar will allow Eminence Ensemble to grow and enhance its sound.

Gleit is a musician, audio engineer, and producer from Long Island, NY. He got his start in music through the School of Rock Allstars program during his high school years. After studying Mechanical Engineering at Duke University, Gleit moved to Brooklyn, NY to pursue music full time. He spent the past two years touring nationally as a multi-instrumentalist with psychedelic-indie rock outfit Ritual Talk and prog-jam group Dive Brake and has graced the stages of Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Hangout Music Festival, and Gathering of the Vibes Festival, among many others.

In late 2018, Gleit joined forces with actor/environmentalist Adrian Grenier and musician/audio professional Jay Goodman to open Safe & Sound Studios, an audio production facility in Brooklyn. There, he worked as a recording, mixing and mastering engineer for various rising artists in the New York City area. The business eventually partnered with LA-based creative audio company Safari Riot: Noise, where Gleit worked on a variety of professional audio projects.

“We auditioned several guitarists over the past month or so and knew immediately that Dylan was our guy. He brings a ton of musical talent to the table and the decision was 100% unanimous for him to join us. Aside from his incredible skills on the guitar Dylan is also an accomplished horn player and we’re super excited about that possible addition into some of our tunes.” says lead Guitarist/Vocalist and founding member, Justin Neely. Gleit adds, “I am very excited to be joining Eminence Ensemble. I’ve been a fan of theirs for a while. Their approach to music and their unique sound is exactly what sold me and I can’t wait to get into the van and tour the country with these guys!”

“It was important to find someone who could honor our current sound but also bring a new flavor and vibe to the lineup. We are investing a lot into this band’s future and aside from the money it takes to elevate this talented group, we wanted to expand and elevate every aspect of the organization. We feel we are doing just that with many of the moves we have made and will be making this coming year.” says Jason Morris, the band’s manager. The band also recently hired Jordan Carriere as its booking agent and continues to work with branding and marketing firm Blooming Footprint to further enhance the organization.

While COVID19 has sidelined the entire music industry, Eminence Ensemble has been using this newly found time to re-load and write new music. The band will be back in the studio in 2020 and looks forward to once again getting out on the road and playing music, live in front of audiences as soon as restrictions are lifted across the US.

According to Full Moonalice legend, social distancing and face masks are the new normal. They may be temporary, but the duration of that temporary is unknown.

Social distancing and face masks provide a persistent reminder of things past, particularly those things foregone in the interest of public health. Our freedom of movement has been reduced. We cannot gather with friends. We can no longer play or attend concerts in public venues. We miss these things. We pine for them, counting days in the hope that we will regain our freedom of movement and association.

The Full Moonalice album was recorded in November 2019, which now seems like a different era. It was the era before Covid-19, the economic contraction, and the murder of George Floyd, an era when racism was a fact of life for every person of color. When police brutality and legal injustice were pervasive and seldom questioned. When it was impossible to have a serious debate about defunding police, an idea that 77% of Americans in a recent Monmouth University poll understood to mean as a call for reform.

In the midst of a pandemic and economic correction, the United States is rethinking its culture and politics in ways that would have been inconceivable when the year began. From this, we take hope. And inspiration. And even, for some, a calling. On issue after issue, the people are raising their voices. Passivity is giving way to activism.

Music has always given voice to the oppressed and provided a sound track for social justice movements. Full Moonalice is committed to a better America. We want to do what we can to make sure that every person in this country enjoys the benefits of equal opportunity, respect, and protection under the law. The events of the recent past underscore how far the country is from this ideal, but we embrace the challenge and hope you will join us. Social justice requires the commitment of the masses. That is us.

Today we are releasing the sixth song (of eighteen) from the Full Moonalice album: Bird Song. As depicted in the poster by Dennis Larkins, Bird Song is a tribute to Janis Joplin, written by Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter. Jerry and Hunter have joined Janis at the great gig in the sky, so our version — and Dennis’ poster — are a tribute to them, too. The ethereal harmonies of the T Sisters arrangement of Bird Song defines our tribute to three people who inspired us.

We will launch the official video of Bird Song on today’s Doobie Decibel System livestream at 4:20 pm Pacific Time. You can watch the stream on moonalice.com, ddsband.com, the Moonalice YouTube channel, and @Moonalice on Twitter.

Full Moonalice is not livestreaming on Facebook this month in support of #StopHateForProfit, a campaign created by the NAACP, Color of Change, ADL, CommonSense Media, FreePress, and other civil rights organizations, calling on marketers to pause their advertising on FB for at least a month to protest the amplification of hate. We recognize that our decision to pause our use of Facebook Live imposes on many of you. We thank you for understanding that our commitment to social justice will have a cost, in this case one we believe is small in comparison to the benefit.

As the days have gone by, the staff at Borderland Music + Arts Festival have tirelessly navigated these ever-changing times, always holding onto hope for a festival in September of this year. As of today, every possible stone has now been turned and they are not able to deliver the full Borderland Festival experience under the current circumstances. “We held onto hope as long as we could throughout the summer, but under the current New York State guidelines we are unfortunately not going to be able to host Borderland at the level our fans have grown to enjoy and love,” said Jennifer Brazill, Borderland Festival Owner. Working within the State of New York guidelines, the Borderland team made the tough decision to move the Borderland Music + Arts Festival to September 2021.

Fans who purchased 2020 'Blind Faith' tickets will have the option to use their ticket for the 2021 festival or request a refund. In addition, 2021 festival tickets are on sale now. These 2021 ‘Blind Faith’ tickets will be the lowest price available for a limited time. In either rolling over their 2020 ticket to 2021 or purchasing a 2021 ‘Blind Faith’ ticket, fans are supporting the festival and helping it survive throughout this next year. “If fans have the financial means to purchase tickets now or in the near future, they will not only be getting the best and lowest price for a 2-day festival ticket but they will also help us maintain our business throughout this next year...everything helps right now,” says Brazill. “We are independent promoters and pour our hearts into these events, so of course it is disappointing, however, we know that the safety of the fans, artists, crew, and community is our first priority.” Brazill goes on to say.

Although mass gatherings are not currently permitted under the CDC guidelines, Borderland Festival has quickly pivoted and created the Split-Rail Series that will debut in August as well as creative ideas for this coming September that would be more manageable under the social distancing rules, yet still engage live bands and fans. The Split-Rail Series will be made up of micro-events involving all the facets of the Borderland brand including curated culinary experiences, environmental awareness, craft vendors and artisans and craft beer. All events will highlight live music and support various regional non-profit organizations and will be more controllable for social distancing as well as safe and managed for bands. “We plan to start local and branch out to downtown restaurants and businesses, creating a deeper connection through community and music as well as encouraging giving back. We hope the Borderland fans have trust in the brand we have created to know we will do our best to keep the music and the spirit of the community alive and bright,” said Brazill.

For the first Split-Rail Series event, Borderland has partnered with MUSEjar in East Aurora as well as local chefs to curate an evening with the Kemp Adeyola Quartet and members of The Historic Colored Musicians Club, and a New Orleans style menu inspired by the infamous Jazz Festival. The event will take place on Sunday, August 23rd (on-sale Monday, Aug 3) and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to support organizations that focus on racial intolerance and social justice. This is an outdoor event with a very limited capacity under the COVID guidelines and is expected to sell out quickly.

Borderland Festival also has plans to raise money for local music venues who remain closed indefinitely. Brazill states that “Music is at the heartbeat of everything we do as a brand, and we need to support our local community and friends. We are coming up with new ideas every day, so we hope that everyone can hang in with us as we ride these unpredictable waves.”

Positive Legacy is running a Back to School program to serve students and teachers grades K-12 of low-income families and neighborhoods across America. They will provide school supplies with an increased focus on laptops and tablet devices as students are forced to more virtual learning and many low-income families do not currently have the technology supplies they will need to be successful.

The global pandemic has taken its toll especially on low-income neighborhoods and the landscape for learning has taken a major shift. Now it is more important than ever to ensure that children and teachers struggling to adapt still have access to the resources they need to be successful. This program is serving the students in greatest need in America with the goal of addressing racial equity and will help reduce barriers of learning that create disadvantages to children of lower income families.

In Denver, Positive Legacy has already teamed up with Conscious Alliance to provide $5,000 to Wyatt Academy (K-5), to ensure the students have the supplies they need in returning this August. Wyatt students are from low income, minority families (76% Hispanic, 19% Black, 3% two or more races, 2% white) in the Cole and Whittier neighborhoods and 96% of them (182 students) participate in the free or reduced lunch program. Positive Legacy looks forward to serving this deserving Colorado community.

Wyatt’s Executive Director Kate Mishara shared, "We are so incredibly grateful. I am truly in awe and overcome with gratitude. This will make such a huge difference for our students and families, I cannot express. Thank you both (Positive Legacy and Conscious Alliance) for your dedication to making this happen!"

To stay true to their recycling efforts, Positive Legacy is running a national laptop donation drive in which donors’ used Macs and PCs are cleaned before distributing to students in need. Anyone interested in donating a laptop or companies looking to partner to serve the school of greatest need in their community can reach out to [email protected] for more information.

As Congressional leadership continues to negotiate the next COVID relief bill this week, bipartisan support for the RESTART Act (S.3814/H.R.7481), continues to grow, in part due to NITO’s Call to Action. NITO continues to urge support for the RESTART Act, which now has 44 cosponsors in the Senate, and for the Save Our Stages (SOS) Act (4258/H.R.7806) recently introduced by Senators Cornyn (R-TX) and Klobuchar (D-MN).

The next coronavirus relief bill is crucial to the survival of the live music industry, which remains shuttered without a realistic timeline for safe reopening. If passed by Congress, RESTART and SOS would aid the hardest-hit small and mid-sized businesses, potentially for the next 6 months. NITO calls upon lovers of live music and all performing arts to take action with an email letter-writing and social media campaign, relaying personalized stories and imploring Senators and House Representatives to #SaveLiveMusic.

Go to: https://nitolive.org/resources/take-action

“So many people in our industry live hand to mouth, day to day. There are no pensions and no health insurance or retirement plans for indie musicians or the people who tour with and support them. At least musicians can try to reach out to their audience online for support, but what is a guitar tech to do? What of the drum tech or the sound engineer or the road manager or driver — not to mention the promoters, the booking agents, the bartenders? The ripple effects of the world of live entertainment going dark are vast. Let’s shine a light on all the people whose work helps all of our lives to be enriched by live music. Let’s support them through NITO’s advocacy.” - Ani DiFranco

RESTART’s sponsor Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO) acknowledges the importance of the messaging, “We’re grateful to the music industry for their support of RESTART. I urge my colleagues in Congress to include this bipartisan proposal in the next COVID-19 relief package to save the music economy and the many other hard-hit small businesses across the country.”

Bennet recently tweeted support of NITO; “For live music to bounce back, artists, venues and the people behind the scenes need Congress to pass the #RESTART Act to provide the support they need to stay afloat.”

RESTART supporters also include ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, NAMM, NIVA, Spotify, Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, American Society of Travel Advisors and YouTube and hundreds of other organizations who amplified the plight of independents in a letter collectively urging Congress to provide essential relief to the shuttered independent small businesses that quantify their contributions under normal circumstances as $9 billion annually to the U.S. economy.

NITO has grown from 14 founding agencies in April to over 800 active live touring organizations including management companies, talent agencies, artists and a vast array of industry professionals. Membership continues to grow exponentially.

For the first time in six months, Melvin Seals & JGB return to the stage for a very special one-night event, "Cats On The Bandstand: A Very Melvin Birthday Show.” 

The longtime member of the Jerry Garcia Band always celebrates his birthday with a big weekend-long bash on the west coast, but this year we will be live-streaming on his actual birthday, Sunday, September 27 at 4 PM PT and inviting everyone to join the party for FREE.

Joining Seals for this major event will be his band, which includes former Dark Star Orchestra guitarist John Kadlecik, deSol drummer Jeremy Hoenig and longtime bassist John-Paul McLean. Also expect call-ins and other surprise appearances from legendary members of the Jerry Garcia Band family, including former Grateful Dead publicist Dennis McNally, former Jerry Garcia Band manager Steve Parish and more.

Light Rail Station, San Francisco’s premiere recording and live streaming studio, is hosting the show. Viewers will be able to watch the show on Light Rail Station’s Facebook and YouTube pages for FREE.

In order to keep the stream FREE OF CHARGE, Seals and company are offering exciting sponsorship opportunities for those who want a more personalized experience. This is a chance for dedicated JGB fans to wish Melvin a very happy birthday, tell the band what they mean to you, shout out your business and be a part of the action during this extraordinary event.

**This link to be used for RSVPs as there is no ticket link: https://www.facebook.com/events/668871327368989/

Borderland Music & Arts Festival, set to take place this coming weekend September 19th-20th at Knox Farm State Park outside of Buffalo, New York, located 20 minutes from the Canadian border, was rescheduled due to COVID-19 restrictions. The festival has quickly become one of the premiere events in the region boasting 2 days of killer music, an arts festival with more than 30 bands, live artists, yoga, a kids area, artisan vendors, regional craft beer & culinary experiences. Borderland has also received several awards from New York State for their environmental leadership and sustainability efforts.

In lieu of the this year’s festival, the organizers, along with their friends at Buffalo.FM, have curated a weekend of music with streaming audio from past festivals, featuring live sets from Gov’t Mule, Keller WIlliams Grateful Grass, The Infamous Stringdusters, Oteil & Friends, Sam Roberts Band, The Sheepdogs and more.

“We wanted to be able to give our fans a way to connect to Borderland this weekend, to take us back to the feeling you have when you’re watching live music. Myself and my team feel a huge void in our lives and in our hearts without the festival happening this weekend, and we know that music is a great healer. We hope that fans of Borderland tune in with us for some very special live sets from the last two years.” says festival Owner, Jennifer Brazill.

Tune in to Buffalo.FM September 19th & 20th at 2:00pm ET daily or for the replay at 10:00pm ET and join the celebration!

The festival is looking ahead to 2021 and planning to return to Knox Farm State Park, September 18th & 19th, 2021. 2-day GA and VIP Tickets for next year's festival are currently on sale at www.borderlandfestival.com. Fans can best support Borderland Festival during these challenging times by purchasing advanced tickets. The 2021 line up is expected to be announced in Spring 2021.

Saturday

2-3pm / Sister Sparrow and The Dirty Birds

3-4pm / The Sheepdogs 

4pm-5pm / The Infamous Stringdusters

5pm-6pm / Sam Roberts Band 

6pm- 7:30pm /Gov't Mule 

7:30 - 9pm - /Oteil + Friends

Sunday

2-3pm/ Fruition

3-4pm /Ghost Light

4pm-5pm /Sam Bush Band

5pm-6pm /The Wood Brothers

6pm-7pm /Keller William's Grateful Grass featuring The Infamous Stringdusters and Oteil Burbridge

7pm-9:30pm /Greensky Bluegrass

On Saturday, October 31st, PTF is headlining a Halloween Mini-Festival at Drive-In Live in Swanzey NH. This will be the grand finale for this amazing Drive In Concert Series.

Joining PTF is Mihali of Twiddle and Boston rising act, Neighbor.. 3 ACTS. 1 NIGHT ONLY!

Music starts at 4PM and will be bringing us into the night. Expect many fun surprises and costumes encouraged!

Tickets on sale Thursday at 10AM: bit.ly/halloween-driveinlive

Safety protocol here: www.drive-in-live.com/covid-safety-faq

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/669091890678605

Colorado’s very own explosive progressive rock outfit Eminence Ensemble has announced two special Halloween shows at Denver’s Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom with special guest, keyboardist Todd Stoops.

In true Eminence Ensemble fashion, each show set list will be carefully curated fusing elements of rock, jazz, electronic, metal, funk, and hip-hop to create an intricate, psychedelic experience for the holiday celebration.

The band, comprised of Zac Flynn, Justin Neely, Nick Baum, Tanner Bardin, and Dylan Gleit, will play two high-energy, socially-distanced shows to celebrate All Hallows Eve on Saturday, October 31st. Eminence Ensemble will kick off the evening with an early show at 6:30 p.m. followed by a late show at 9:15 p.m. and fans are encouraged to dress in costume for the occasion. Respecting the current state guidelines for indoor shows, guests will be seated at reserved tables and attendance will be capped at 46 people, helping to ensure a safely-distanced environment.

“Our Halloween shows are always a heater since it’s my birthday,” says Bardin. “We’re gonna rock the f*** out and get weird with the fans for one of our favorite holidays.”

Tickets for Eminence Ensemble’s Halloween shows go on sale today, October 6th at 10 a.m. MT.

Since COVID hit, Positive Legacy has been doing everything they can to support the Live Music Community. To stay relevant and to support the community that has been contributing to their fundraising platform over the past 15 years at music events, they pivoted from event fundraising to solely an online platform. Working with Cloud 9 Adventures and artists coast-to-coast, they released virtual content and shows to entertain viewers while they stayed safe at home, fundraising for the live music industry crew who were out of work. Positive Legacy identified this need since these workers have specialized and refined skill sets and since the live event industry continues to be impacted by COVID, they will be one of the last to be able to safely return to work. Since May they have proudly raised and provided over $65,000 in direct support to live event industry crew workers.

As the holiday season approaches, Positive Legacy continues to support the Music Community that remains unemployed. They proudly launched a “Winter Wishes Gift Drive” and are now accepting GIFT WISHES from unemployed Music Community members. Once the WISHES have been received, there will be a push asking those that can, to help make those WISHES come true!

“We are happy to continue supporting the Music Industry crew during this time as the Winter will become more mentally and financially challenging for our community than the rest of the year has been. We are excited to provide a platform to spread joy and support our neighbors in need to ensure that the holidays bring smiles to children and families who wouldn’t have the income to otherwise purchase gifts. Please help us make this a reality, as giving to those in need is the greatest gift of all.” ~ Kristen Sommer-Swager, Executive Director of Positive Legacy.

Any unemployed events crew members that are in need of support purchasing a gift for their child this holiday season can submit a GIFT WISH until FRIDAY, November 6th.

ONE GIFT WISH per child can be submitted with a cost between $20-$50 USD.

Click here to submit WISHES: http://bit.ly/GiftWishes

Once all the WISHES are received, Positive Legacy will run a campaign to fulfill these WINTER WISHES November 2nd - 30th, ending on Cyber Monday. Anyone interested in helping to make those WISHES come true can peruse the gift registry (LINK BELOW) that Positive Legacy will have set up starting November 2nd to select and purchase a specific gift requested by a child. Positive Legacy will confidentially take care of the rest. They will work to fulfill as many WINTER WISHES as they receive!

Click here to make WISHES come true! https://one.bidpal.net/winterwishes

The Pandemic has affected every facet of the music industry...artists, promoters, agents, managers, crew and countless others. These people were the first ones out of work and will likely be the last to return when the world opens back up. For music lovers, there has been a huge void during this challenging time since live music can be an important way to fill people with happiness and provide a place for friends to gather.

Creativity and artistic inspiration live on and, even in a Pandemic, silver linings still can shine through. Marble Eyes, based in the New Hampshire Seacoast and featuring members of national acts Pink Talking Fish and Kung Fu, formed in the worst of times. The players got together for some outdoor sessions just for fun and quickly formed a connection which resulted in a collection of songs that are filled with emotion inspired by the wild world of 2020. One song in particular titled “Stop The Music”, a Pandemic Anthem penned by Marble Eyes keyboardist Max Chase, was ready just a couple days before the band’s first live performance and tells a story we all know too well right now.

Last week, Eric Gould (bassist of Pink Talking Fish & Marble Eyes) was feeling the hurt of the Pandemic when a Pink Talking Fish show scheduled on the rooftop of Nectars in Burlington, VT got cancelled due to weather. The band worked hard planning a very special performance and, once again, the opportunity got taken away. Doing what he does best, Gould channeled that energy towards something inspirational and created the accompanying video for the Marble Eyes track “Stop The Music”.

Gould gathered a collection of Pandemic inspired phrases displayed on venue marquees and also incorporated organizations that have provided support and financial assistance to the live events industry. He also added a display of successful live music productions that have been happening along with images of fans experiencing joy at these events.

Marble Eyes is showing their support to the many people around the world and everyone in the live music scene affected by COVID-19 with the creation of this music video. We hope it brings YOU some joy & hope!

Quote from Eric Gould:

"Somehow, in these challenging times, we have formed a new band that fills us with joy and inspiration. We call the Marble Eyes sound “Rock and Roll For The Soul” because it has brightened our souls and we hope that carries through to people who are lifted by the power of music. The whole scene and the whole industry feel the effects of this Pandemic. We really captured a lot of these feelings with “Stop The Music”. Creativity will spread light through the darkness. Marble Eyes is dedicated to keeping that light shining with our songs and performance."

Singer-songwriter Robin Lewis has an intoxicating, rich voice that will transport you to a place where your favorite memories and deepest feelings live. After 3 years in Asheville, this Boulder, Colorado native found herself yearning for the place she called home and returned to Fort Collins to be inspired by the people she loves the most, her growing family and friends. Today she shares her latest single, Deep Blue Water, written in the middle of the night in her bedroom on a classical guitar she has owned since the age of 11. “It was a teary eyed, heartfelt moment I will always remember,” Lewis shares.

“I was going through a really difficult time in Asheville, but I felt it was all in my benefit to help me grow and evolve as a human. This song is about finding light in the darkness, welcoming pain and everything in life as a gift for our own evolution.” Lewis not only had a personal development creating this track, but also emerged from a cocoon of sorts as a breakthrough artist sharing her new music, a new brand and voice, a new website, alongside a new team including manager Jeff Swager of Symbiotic Events and Katie Fox, owner of the digital media agency Blooming Footprint.

Spreading her new wings in the midst of a Pandemic was literally just what the doctor ordered. Lewis proudly accepted an in-person, socially distant, COVID compliant gig opening for a private party won in a Conscious Alliance auction featuring Bill & Jilian Nershi at the Boulder Theater. It was a night she will always remember and was delighted to find out this would be a recurring opportunity. She did it again a few weeks later, opening for headliner Todd Park Mohr of Big Head Todd & The Monsters with raving compliments and instant new fans. “Robin is just a breath of fresh air during a time when we all need it. Her voice and lyrics are magic. We can’t wait to see her on the stage again soon.” said Justin Levy, Executive Director of Conscious Alliance. Another Conscious Alliance auction is kicking off this holiday season, and up and coming Lewis will keep warming up the intimate crowds for Colorado best and most well known artists.

In Deep Blue Water we are served up Lewis’s favorite lyric, "How could you find the stars if it weren't for the night", where she reminds us of our link to the greater universe, and the balance of light and dark. This light and dark theme prominently weaves through the track along with the constant connection of the Earth and of course love. This all embodies her notable sound, combining soulful vocals, flowing between styles and moods, layered with elegant, finger-picking. Her music guides hearts to beat to the same rhythm and is centered around vulnerable moments of the human experience.

Lewis’s first full album, Earth & Sky, will drop on December 11, 2020 in advance of the holiday season and true to her aesthetic, will be a deep dive into the big picture themes in life, and the interconnected nature of it all. Lewis has toured the country with Free Range Pickens (with Taylor Shuck of Wood Belly), Earth & Sky (with Tobias of Whippoorwill), Cedarwing (with Hope Medford of Nahko and Medicine for the People) and received an honorable mention in the Telluride Bluegrass Festival Troubadour competition, alongside songwriters from across the nation.

Leaving a Positive Legacy Kicks Off Holiday Charity Auction Art, Merch, Signed Posters, Vinyl, Experiences & More From Your Favorite Bands! The Positive Legacy Online Holiday Charity Auction is LIVE TODAY! Join in the fun now through Sunday at 8p ET by bidding on unique holiday gifts from your favorite bands, breweries, photographers & artisans!

On the block you’ll see...

● Signed memorabilia, posters, photographs and vinyl

● Autographed instruments

● Virtual game nights, holiday grams & hangouts

● Unique art, jewelry & handmade goods

● And other custom goods like snowboards, skate decks & more!

And their donor list covers the gamut: SCI, Railroad Earth, Greensky Bluegrass, Lotus, Disco Biscuits, Slightly Stoopid, Stick Figure, Keller Williams, Turkuaz, Galactic, Yonder Mountain String Band, Third Eye Pinecones, Michael Weintrob, East Coasters & many more!

These bands and companies have supported Positive Legacy through the years at their 7-10 annual destination events, always donating generously to the onsite charity auctions. Now that this model has shifted due to COVID, and 80% of Positive Legacy funding came from these destination endeavors, they ask for YOUR support as they continue to adapt to benefit people and mother Earth.

We invite you to come bid on these one-of-a-kind items, in all price ranges, for any music lovers in your life. Know you are helping Positive Legacy wrap up 2020 by raising necessary funds for their ongoing humanitarian and environmental projects.

AUCTION LINK: https://one.bidpal.net/bid4positive/

TEXT TO REGISTER: bid4positive to 234725

As we all daydream of mystical beaches, magical experiences, and those metamorphic dance floor moments, the Envision team is on a mission; to make the 2022 return of their carefully crafted festival more permanent and impactful than ever before. Today they have reached an important milestone of that mission by releasing the official 2022 Trailer​. Featuring mind-blowing footage from the widely hailed 10-year anniversary event, one of the last festivals to take place in 2020, this video is an astonishing invitation to join the 11th edition of the experience, and its spectacular craftsmanship will leave viewers ​Envision​-ing a new future.

Envision 2022 ​Super Early Bird Tickets​​officially drop on​ December 8th, 2020, ​and you're invited to join the journey ahead, which will culminate on​ February 21st - 28th, 2022 ​at Rancho la Merced​ in Uvita, Costa Rica.

On the heels of her release of the single ‘Deep Blue Water’, songweaver Robin Lewis shares the public release of her first full length album titled Earth & Sky along with a video for the lead single ‘Ease My Worried Mind’ produced and filmed by NoCoast at The String Cheese Incident studio in Louisville, CO. Lewis’s music guides hearts to beat to the same rhythm and is centered around vulnerable moments of the human experience. “I feel this music is good medicine for the times we are collectively experiencing,” Lewis conveys. “I used the lyrics in these songs to paint images for the listeners to get back to nature, and most importantly, the connection to each other.”

Earth & Sky is a deep dive into those big picture topics of life, and the interconnectedness of it all. Every track embodies Lewis’s notable sound, combining soulful vocals, flowing between styles and moods, layered with elegant, finger-picking. The album focuses on deep and meaningful themes that will resonate with any human right now as the collective is isolated and homebound. Hiking, exploring outside. Meditation and love, exploring inside.

There is an immense amount of depth and philosophical thinking weaved into each track on Earth & Sky. ‘White Dove’ was written for Lewis’s Mom after she was diagnosed with a chronic illness. ‘Trails’ is about hiking and the healing that comes from mother earth. ‘Sun & Moon’ delves into the sacred dance of life and death. The lead single ‘Ease My Worried Mind’, written by Lewis & then partner and guitar player Colin Boyle, has a more soulful aesthetic that conveys the calm and peace that loved ones bring...that warm golden grounded feeling in your heart.

“These songs came about over a two or three year period of my life. Most of them were penned on my back porch near Horsetooth Rock in the foothills of Fort Collins, CO. Others came to be at the start of a new relationship, as I was processing some of the big picture questions in life.  A lot of what I was doing with songwriting at this time was trying to convey a love and connection to the earth without sounding cheesy or contrived” explains Lewis.

As Lewis emerges from a cocoon as a breakthrough artist, she has created a sleek new brand, a contemporary website, alongside a new team including manager Jeff Swager of Symbiotic Events and Katie Fox, owner of the digital media & branding agency, Blooming Footprint.

And tune in as Lewis opens for American Idol winner Phillip Phillips this Friday, December 11 at 6pm MST during the Holiday Edition of Hormel Foods “Virtual Live Concert of Hope & Thanks for Our Inspired People” with an online auction benefiting Conscious Alliance. “Robin is just a breath of fresh air during a time when we all need it. Her voice and lyrics are magic. We can’t wait to see her on the stage again soon.” said Justin Levy, Executive Director of Conscious Alliance who has had Lewis warming up the intimate crowds for Colorado best and most well known artists, including Bill & Jilian Nershi of String Cheese Incident and Todd Park Mohr of Big Head Todd & The Monsters, at their 2020 private shows.

Lewis has toured the country with Free Range Pickens (with Taylor Shuck of Wood Belly), Earth & Sky (with Tobias of Whippoorwill), Cedarwing (with Hope Medford of Nahko and Medicine for the People) and received an honorable mention in the Telluride Bluegrass Festival Troubadour competition, alongside songwriters from across the nation.

Pink Talking Fish is proudly releasing high quality audio and video recordings of select live concerts through their new partnership with nugs.net. LISTEN to 12 handpicked audio shows that will be available monthly starting this Thursday, December 17th at 2PM EST through the nugs.net streaming audio subscription service. And WATCH the band perform together in a webcast series live in-studio via nugs.tv in January, February and March.

The celebration kicks off on nugs.tv this Thursday, Dec 17th at 8PM EST with a webcast video performance of ‘Pink Talking Fish at Drive In Live’ from their show on July 31st, 2020 in Swanzey, NH. This show was the band’s first ‘Drive In Concert’ of the season and included many creative movie themes sprinkled throughout the standard PTF offering.

Check Out The Setlist:

20th Century Fox Theme > Free > In The Flesh > Nothing But Flowers > Jurassic Park Jam > Nothing But Flowers, Divided Sky > Godfather Theme > Dogs > Somewhere Over The Rainbow > Divided Sky*, This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody), Time > 2001** > Eye Of The Tiger > 2001 > Cities > Shine On You Crazy Diamond, Mikes Song > Chariots Of Fire > Weekapaug Groove > Indiana Jones Theme in Jam > Weekapaug Groove***

*w/ Jurassic Park Theme tease

**w/ Close Encounters Of The Third Kind tease

***w/ First Tube tease

And in audio land, the band has chosen to share some special concept shows including PTF are Beastie Boys and Dark Side Of The Moon from 12/28-29/2019. Also included is a recreation of Phish’s famous 12/6/1997 Set that was performed by PTF on 12/6/2019. Check in on the evolving catalog as the monthly ‘Nug’ is shared on nugs.net starting this Thursday, December 17th at 2PM EST.

LONG LIVE MUSIC! Nugs.net has a fantastic holiday offer going on right now, so give the gift of live music to the PTF fan in your life, or just get it for yourself. On top of a substantial discount on an annual subscription, a portion of the proceeds are being donated to the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund.

As we move into the winter season without live and in person concerts, it is a pleasure to see Pink Talking Fish release this ‘couch tour’ platform where music lovers can experience the energy of a live show in the comfort and safety of their homes!

This very rare, political song written more than a decade ago by Grateful Dead Lyricist Robert Hunter, was finally unearthed and recorded in 2020. The words eloquently paint a picture of today’s America. This is truly a song for our times.

Greg Anton, drummer, composer and novelist, has published over 50 original vocal and instrumental songs, many of them co-written with Robert Hunter. A prominent drummer on the jamband circuit with his band ZERO and many others, Anton has played thousands of concerts worldwide, performed on 40+ albums and his Rock ‘n Roll novel FACE THE MUSIC has garnered critical acclaim.

Starting with the release of ‘American Spring’, Anton has dug into his archive and will be regularly releasing mostly unreleased material under the moniker ANTON. Tune in to this space and enjoy the music.

AMERICAN SPRING

R. HUNTER / G. ANTON 2003 c

I WAS BORN ONE AMERICAN SPRING

NECK IN A NOOSE, ARM IN A SLING

ROLLED FROM MY CRADLE, COLD AND NUMB

CRAWLED TO THE ROAD, STUCK OUT MY THUMB

SIX DAYS AND NIGHTS WITHOUT A RIDE

THE SEVENTH SOMEONE PULLED ASIDE

PICKED ME UP WHERE I LAY DEAD

KNOCKED SOME SENSE INTO MY HEAD

I WAS BORN ONE AMERICAN SPRING

BRIGHT DAWN OF THE RECKONING

CLOUDS HAD FACES FEET HAD WINGS

GREW UP LEARNING AMERICAN THINGS

STAR SPANGLED CHURCH OF THE GRAND OLD FLAG

NOT SOME BLOOD-SOAKED MOB UP RAG

COPS WERE GOOD, CROOKS WERE BAD

RIGHTS WERE SOMETHING EVERYONE HAD

CHORUS

AMERICAN SPRING OF THEE I SING

OF ALL THE HOPELESS HOPES YOU BRING

STARS AND BONES TWINED IN YOUR HAIR

ELECTRIC MUSIC IN YOUR STARE

VERSE

GAMBLED WITH THE BONE MAN ONE DARK NIGHT

FORTY-NINE CARDS, WE WERE THREE JACKS LIGHT

COULDN'T TELL AN ACE AND A DEUCE BY FEEL

BONE MAN SAID, SHUT UP AND DEAL

I BUILT YOUR HOUSE AND I LAID YOUR FLOOR

CARRIED YOUR FLAG AND I FOUGHT YOUR WAR

SILVER PISTOL ON YOUR THIGH

COLD BLUE THUNDER IN YOUR EYES

CHORUS

AMERICAN SPRING OF THEE I SING

OF ALL THE HOPELESS HOPES YOU BRING

STARS AND BONES TWINED IN YOUR HAIR

ELECTRIC MUSIC IN YOUR STARE

BRIDGE

AMERICAN SPRING OF THEE I SING


OF ALL THE HOPELESS HOPES YOU BRING

OF ALL THE HANGING ROPES YOU SWING

OF ALL THE BELLS YOU NEVER RING

VERSE

SWORE ALLEGIANCE NEARLY EVERYDAY

HAND ON HEART UNDER GOD WE PRAY

 IT WAS LIKE RELIGION UNDER HOLY SKIES

WITH VISIONS OF THE STARS AND STRIPES

NONE OF THAT MAKES SENSE NO MORE

THICK BLACK WAVES LAP ON THE SHORE

INNER CITY GUNSHOTS RING

THERE'S NOTHING LEFT TO DO BUT SING

CHORUS

AMERICAN SPRING OF THEE I SING

OF ALL THE HOPELESS HOPES YOU BRING

STARS AND BONES TWINED IN YOUR HAIR

ELECTRIC MUSIC IN YOUR STARE

Get ready to re-emerge and once again discover your true self as you explore a world where the 4 Elements lead you on the adventure of a lifetime! Journey home and be a part of the reunion at the amazingly curated Elements Music & Arts Festival where all you have to do is take a chance, put on your best costume and roller-skate into the sunset this Labor Day weekend.

2021 marks the 4th year celebration of this premier East Coast, multi-day, arts, music and camping event, September 3-6, 2021. The festival takes place in lush Northeast Pennsylvania, at a picturesque outdoor venue on 150 private acres and is only about a two hour drive from NYC. Featuring a private lake, rolling hills, and a magical forest, the event boasts three days and nights of music, large-scale art sculptures, interactive performances, a pirate ship, 3D video projection mapping, games, activities, yoga, tribal markets, and more.

Elements proudly offers 4 stages of world-class music featuring national, regional and local electronic acts for music enthusiasts of all tastes. After re-booking nearly all of the artists from the original lineup and adding 2 new HUGE headliners, including the most requested artist of ALL TIME by past attendees (we have to wait just a little longer on the Friday headliner), Elements is bringing nothing but the HEAT to its 4 stages. Top acts include Chris Lake, Diplo, Bonobo, Ganja White Night, Bob Moses, CloZee, Yotto, Claude VonStroke & Rusko. The complete line up can be seen HERE and does not disappoint!

After 3 successful 2020 open air retreats and events utilizing their 2-part COVID-19 testing protocol, there were zero reported cases of attendees testing positive for the virus after their summer events (see links to all articles below*). Elements continues to closely monitor the course of the pandemic, and plans to follow all safety protocols as required by the CDC and state. For the safety of all guests, festival goers will be required to...

Show proof of vaccine, or Take their free 2-part COVID-19 testing protocol, that consists of a PCR lab COVID-19 test before the event and an additional rapid test at the gate.

“We are so grateful for the amazing community that has developed at Elements, and we want to thank them by delivering an experience that they could have never imagined and is unparalleled in the festival world. From performers swinging through the trees, to being surrounded on all sides by immersive projections on a 20'ft sculpture, we are creating an atmosphere that will truly feel like another world!” said Tim Monkiewicz co-founder of Elements and Brooklyn-based production company BangOn!

As attendees dance and celebrate with an elevated state of mind, expect visuals and stages integrated into the natural landscape, fire performances, interactive and immersive art experiences, a wide assortment of health and wellness activities, games, “chill” areas, and an array of healthy & organic local food, beverages, plus craft vendors.

Committed to building a sustainable, leave-no-trace event, Elements takes pride in showcasing their brand pillars: Fire, Water, Earth, Air & YOU, while strengthening community and encouraging all attendees to participate and contribute to the thriving ecosystem. Their Art of Change fund began in 2020 where $1 from each ticket sold is allocated to grants supporting positive social and environmental causes. The first grant from this program will provide funding to Black artists to further their art, allowing them to use the Elements platform to amplify their voices, and showcase their creations digitally and live at future events.

“After being unable to dance and gather for so long, just imagine the excitement and spirit our longtime community and first-timers will be feeling this Labor Day weekend! This year will be one for the ages, and you will want to say “I was there” as you revel in Elements’ experience driven format with thoughtful musical curation, and of course the most up to date safety protocols.” Elements & BangOn! co-founder Brett Herman shares.

Tier 2 Festival Passes, Camping & Glamping, RV & Parking, and Bundles will be on sale MONDAY FEBRUARY 8 @ 1pm ET. Fans can register for limited pre-sale access to the best priced tickets starting Feb 8 here >>> http://bit.ly/ElementsPreSale If the event is cancelled due to government restrictions, all tickets will be eligible for a 100% refund.

Today, Louisville, CO - raised soulful folk-rock singer-songwriter Robin Lewis proudly releases her latest single ‘Slow Fade’. As the story goes, Lewis was sitting on the dock of Lake Santeelah in North Carolina. The sun was setting and she was strumming her old Alverez guitar. She felt the noises of the world melt away and felt herself return to her body. “The words ‘slow fade, slow down, find yourself here again’ came to me and the song was created while sitting there watching the sun set,” said Lewis.

Fresh off KGNU's ‘Sunday Live at Five’ streaming Facebook concert series, Lewis creates songs about our natural world and our place in it. ‘Slow Fade’ is a perfect example of her aesthetic and her rich voice that will transport you to the place where your favorite memories and deepest feelings live.

“We spend so much time in our heads. ‘Slow Fade’ is about that moment when you return to your body. Like someone turned the fader down on all the racing thoughts, and all the outside noise and hustle. That moment where you remember who you are and what your purpose is. Sometimes it’s a bittersweet feeling because it’s good to be back in your body but a little sad to realize you’ve been somewhere else.” Lewis articulates that we are collectively experiencing this return to ourselves and to silence.

"Robin's sweet melodies are medicine to the heart, soul, and creative process."

~Autumn Skye Morrison, Visionary Artist

Today Positive Legacy proudly announces their Bid for Positive: "Bust It Big" Widespread Panic Online Auction. It’s bittersweet that it’s already been a year since the Positive Legacy & Cloud 9 Adventures teams were playing under the sun and dancing in the sand at Panic en la Playa. While we are all eager to see what 2022 holds, Positive Legacy just couldn’t wait to bring the Spreadhead community an opportunity to bid on exclusive Widespread Panic goods.

Positive Legacy teamed up with their friends and longtime supporters JB, JoJo, Jimmy, Sunny, Dave and Duane to bring you Bid for Positive: “Bust It Big” Online Auction! The auction opens on Thursday, March 18th at 5pm EST and closes on Sunday, March 21st at 8pm EST, and features signed memorabilia like one of JB's original blonde Washburns, exclusive photos by Josh Timmermans and much more.

Proceeds will benefit Positive Legacy’s renewed COVID-19 Relief Fund, supporting unemployed music industry crew. A portion of proceeds will also benefit WP favorites Nuçi's Space and the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia. Visit the website now for a preview of the items you can bid on while supporting these significant causes!  Text bid4positive to 243725 to register.

Additionally, on Thursday, March 18th, Positive Legacy will stream an exclusive viewing of a one hour video compilation from Panic en la Playa over the years. It will air via the Positive Legacy Facebook event page at 8pm EST. Donations encouraged at Venmo @Positive-Legacy.

DATES OF INTEREST:

Auction Preview goes live TODAY, Wed 3/17 at 5:00pm EST

Auction starts TOMORROW, Thurs 3/18 at 5:00pm EST - Sun 3/21 at 8:00pm EST

Bust It Big: Playa PlayBack Stream on Thurs 3/18 at 8:00pm EST

Auction closes Sun 3/21 at 8:00pm EST

For more information on Positive Legacy’s “Bust It Big” Online Auction, please contact

Arab Ginnett: [email protected]

Borderland Music + Arts Festival has announced that they are planning their return to Knox Farm State Park, September 18th-19th, 2021.

In the wake of the pandemic surge, the 2020 Borderland Festival was cancelled. The music industry as a whole has been dramatically impacted this last year, however Borderland continued to work hard to survive. They created a handful of music and farm to table experiences while feeding the local economy and supporting local musicians. They look forward to returning this Fall with their annual festival, just on a smaller scale, at Knox Park.

“We really are looking ahead to create a safe and positive celebration this Fall”, says organizer Jennifer Brazil. “Like many others, we were hit hard this past year and really miss that connection of community. I feel like we all could use this breath of fresh air. The power of music is so healing and we want to be able to bring that on whatever level we can”.

The festival is working closely with the State of New York and Erie County and will continue to operate under all social distancing and COVID guidelines.There will be an initial, limited amount of tickets for sale with hopes that things will continue to progress throughout the summer.

Blind Faith Tickets are on sale now and Borderland will announce more information in the coming weeks, so stay tuned & see you at the park!

Today, Positive Legacy proudly announces their Bid for Positive: "Love is Everywhere" Wilco Online Auction. After the magic of Cloud 9 Adventures' inaugural Sky Blue Sky event in early 2020, Positive Legacy wanted to create a chance for fans to revisit that special weekend and to bid on exclusive Wilco memorabilia and photos from their concert vacation.

Positive Legacy partnered with their new found friends at Wilco to bring you Bid for Positive: “Love is Everywhere” Online Auction! Fans will have the opportunity to bid on signed posters and vinyl, art and photography by Josh Timmermans and Dave Vann, and more! The auction opens on Thursday, April 15th at 5pm EST and closes on Sunday, April 18th at 8pm EST. Visit the auction website now for a preview of the items you can bid on, starting Thursday, while supporting this incredible group of people! Text bid4positive to 243725 to register.

Funds raised will support Positive Legacy’s COVID-19 Relief Fund, providing mini grants to music industry workers that are patiently waiting to return to work.

DATES OF INTEREST:

Auction Preview goes live TODAY, Mon 4/12 at 3:00pm EST

Auction starts Thurs 4/15 at 5:00pm EST

Auction closes Sun 4/18 at 8:00pm EST

Experience the magic of Bend’s boutique, multi-day, music event, as it emerges in a new, scaled back format. The intimate MINI 4 Peaks is slated August 19-22, 2021 at Southeast Bend’s Stevenson Ranch. This is shaping up to be a throwback to their 2007 installation when the festival was also in August, as they welcome the return of New Monsoon, Hot Buttered Rum, and Blackstrap Bluegrass who all graced the stage that year. Scott Pemberton, Ron Artis, Todd Sheaffer (Railroad Earth), Coral Creek, and Maxwell Friedman Group, also joining us, and are no strangers to the 4 Peaks stages. This festival for musical lovers, festivarians and the community at large, is poised and ready for another stellar year, in a slightly new format!

“We found a way to have an intimate event with the same 4 Peaks vibe people have come to know and love for 13+ years. We will continue to closely monitor the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, and plan to follow safety protocols as required by the CDC, our state and local officials.” says Festival Director Stacy Koff.

Located in beautiful Central Oregon, MINI 4 Peaks will proudly feature two stages of music on Friday and Saturday featuring national, regional and local bands for music enthusiasts of all tastes. Also, on tap...

Locals Night on Thursday with rocking tunes from Blackstrap Bluegrass, The Maxwell Friedman Group and Elektrapod feat. Brother Gabe, Ze Rox & MFG

Three nights of camping with family and friends

Grand views and grassy fields

Morning Yoga with Nicole (on Friday & Saturday)

A curated late-night music schedule with Quattlebaum & many more

An array of local craft beverages and food

Plus amazing craft vendors for your shopping pleasure

Committed to contributing to the economic growth of Bend and its surrounding communities, MINI 4 Peaks takes pride in showcasing their high desert home, while strengthening the bond of their community in and around Central Oregon. “After being cooped up for a year and the dry spell we have all experienced, I wanted to bring a special event to the Bend Community this summer. If anyone out there is like me, we are in desperate need of live music, comradery, camping, open spaces and our friends. It’s also imperative we help musicians get back to touring and supporting the live music industry!” Koff shares.

Being one of the only West Coast festivals happening this summer, and due to limited capacity, MINI 4 Peaks sees an inevitable sell out but requires the immediate support of their community members, residents and music fans far and wide. Purchasing a ticket sooner than later will not only secure your spot at this cherished annual event, but will also give the festival a lifeline and a way to keep the people who make it happen on board.

The line up is set...all we need is YOU!

New Monsoon

Hot Buttered Rum

Todd Sheaffer

Coral Creek String Band (feat. Todd Sheaffer)

TK and the Holy Know Nothings

Scott Pemberton

Ron Artis II

Sweet Lilies

Western Centuries

Dragondeer

Stillhouse Junkies

Stephanie Anne Johnson and the Hidogs

Blackstrap Bluegrass

Maxwell Friedman Group

Elektrapod feat. Brother Gabe, Ze Rox & MFG

Band of Comerados

Quattlebaum

Fair Trade Boogie

Very limited WEEKEND PASSES (no day passes) are ON SALE NOW

No service fees!

Camping & parking are INCLUDED

One festival area with camping & music...go anywhere with food and drinks!

Small fee for RV/Trailers (over 20 feet)

Children 5 and under are free

And please respect the ‘Zero Waste’ ethos implemented by the Environmental Center

Positive Legacy, in partnership with Backline and Kilter, is proud to launch their May Wellness Challenge: May the Wellness Be With You.

In an attempt to fill the void of enjoying shows with the music community, Positive Legacy wants to connect on a virtual Wellness Challenge where participants will earn points as they stay physically and mentally healthy while fundraising for an important cause that needs attention: mental health. Positive Legacy has partnered with their friends at Backline to honor Mental Health Awareness Month and bring this important subject to light. Backline connects music industry professionals and their families with a trusted network of mental health and wellness providers; however, Positive Legacy recognizes that the mental health crisis reaches far beyond just the music industry, and so they aim to normalize conversation and increase awareness for this issue.

Wellness Challenge participants will track their wellness activities every day during the month of May to compete on an interactive leaderboard for awesome prizes and fundraise to support this important cause. Positive Legacy and Backline are calling on friends, family, colleagues, acquaintances and everyone else to join them by coming together during this difficult pandemic, where remaining active and caring for your mental and physical health is as important as ever. Every registration adds to the total fundraising goal and ticks up the fundraising thermometer; plus participants can request support from their loved ones by using Kilter’s pledging function to ask people to donate based on their achievements. 100% of contributions will benefit Positive Legacy and Backline.

Visit the Positive Legacy event page to register and learn more. Then download the Kilter app, create your account, complete your profile and connect your devices. Visit the EVENTS tab (bottom left corner) and see the campaign in MY EVENTS - it’s as easy as that! Register today to help Positive Legacy and Backline reach their goal.

There is a special registration contest for those who enter before May 1st. All early registrants will receive a special swag bag and will be entered to win a $50 Amazon gift card!

To complement the Wellness Challenge, Positive Legacy is hosting an online auction this weekend only featuring a one-of-a-kind quilt made with official Jazz & Heritage Festival t-shirts from 1996 to 2014. Donated in memory of Jake Vandercar, this 74.5” x 76” handmade piece of art deserves to be in the hands of a die-hard New Orleans music lover! The Bid for Positive: Jazz Fest Quilt Auction will go live on Thursday, April 29th at 5pm EST and end on Sunday, May 2nd at 8pm EST. Proceeds will benefit Positive Legacy & Backline to bring light to the subject of mental health.

DATES OF INTEREST:

Wellness Challenge registration opens TODAY, Mon 4/26

Wellness Challenge pre-registration contest runs Mon 4/26 through Fri 4/30

Bid For Positive: Jazz Fest Quilt Auction is open Thurs 4/29 through Sun 5/2

Wellness Challenge begins Sat 5/1 through Mon 5/31

Pink Talking Fish played at one of Ithaca’s most beautiful venues, the State Theatre of Ithaca, for the town's Grateful Dead Day in celebration of the famous 5/8/77 Cornell Show…it was the 44th anniversary! In true PTF fashion, they added in Dead songs to their repertoire of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads & Phish. The band dove deep & really homed in on the Dead catalog and the spirit of the original show, deemed by some as their greatest performance ever. The show is set to rebroadcast Thursday, May 27th on Fans.Live. Stay tuned for more details!

May 8th, 2021

The State Theater

Ithaca NY

Pink Talking Fish Are Dead - Cornell 5/8/77 Celebration: A Fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, Phish AND Grateful Dead song from their 5/8/77 Performance

Set 1:

New Minglewood Blues >

Happiest Days Of Our Lives >

Another Brick In The Wall Part 2 >

Another Brick In The Wall Part 3 >

Free

They Love Each Other

Nothing But Flowers

Jack Straw

Pigs (3 Different Ones) >

This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody)

Deal

Run Like An Antelope

Set 2:

Scarlet Begonias >

Fire On The Mountain

Divided Sky >

Fearless* >

Divided Sky

Crosseyed And Painless

Estimated Prophet >

Alumni Blues >

Letter To Jimmy Page >

Alumni Blues

Wish You Were Here >

Not Fade Away >

St Stephen Outro >

Once In A Lifetime

E: Morning Dew

The Gilmour Project was poised and ready to launch in April 2020, then the world hit the pause button. They re-emerge in 2021 pivoting to David Gilmour’s Pink Floyd repertoire. The songs that compel exploration & improvisation are mainly Gilmour’s and this rendition certainly does not dismiss the iconic contributions of all 5 historic musicians that comprise the Pink Floyd complement. The Gilmour Project incorporates musicians whose background is both prog(ressive) AND improvisational and is the only band since Blue Floyd in 2000, endeavoring to take these songs ‘OUT,’ speaking in jazz protocol, without disregarding the cherished classic hooks, licks & musical phrases.

Acclaimed musicians Jeff Pevar (lead guitar with CSN, David Crosby, Phil Lesh, Ray Charles) and Kasim Sulton (bass & vocals with Todd Rundgren’s Utopia, Meatloaf & Blue Oyster Cult), Prairie Prince (co-founder of The Tubes, & drums with Todd Rundgren, Jefferson Starship, Phil Lesh), Mark Karan (guitar & vocals with Bob Weir, RatDog, The Other Ones), and Scott Guberman (keyboard & vocals with Phil Lesh), are more than psyched to bring you the initial installment of The Gilmour Project via what is sure to be an epic live stream on June 24 at 7pm PT from The Great American Music Hall in San Francisco, CA.

Blue Floyd was formed in January 2000, at the dawn of the 21st Century, taking full advantage of the then ‘new’ thing they called social media. A conglomeration of top-notch players from other bands came together to spread this music marked by the use of philosophical lyrics, sonic experimentation, and elaborate live shows. International tape collectors codifying the band’s utter brilliance, created an enduring mystique apart from & in contrast to the tribute band phenomenon. Blue Floyd was not … & its descendent The Gilmour Project is not that either. It goes beyond improvisational, while remaining faithful to Floyd's musical touchstones. That combination has resulted in an incessant demand for the band’s triumphant return.

The improvisational ‘jam gestalt’ of the legendary Blue Floyd, which both Pevar & Prince performed with, matched with Pink Floyd deep tracks, hits and fan favorites, including solo Gilmour gems, and accompanied by ‘Floydian’ audio FX from Paul Simon producer ‘The Duke of New York’ (Graceland – The Remixes) gives you none other than The Gilmour Project.

Be sure to drop in on June 24th at 7pm PT for the live stream from The Great American Music Hall and get excited for The Gilmour Project’s US tour coming to a city near you in January 2022. The first 500 live stream purchasers will receive the ‘ECHOES OF BIRTH’ Rehearsal Mixtape download! Culled from the actual June 21-23 rehearsals chronicling the ‘birth’ of The Gilmour Project, this mind-blowing content will never be sold or made available any other way. And all livestream purchasers will automatically receive first-tier access to VIP tickets for all January tour dates being announced June 20th, on sale June 24-25th. You do not want to miss this!

With the return of live music in the summer of 2021, The RIDE Festival is excited to announce its lineup with plans for a completely unique experience in a variety of venues around Telluride, July 2nd - 11th. For 10 days, the town will be filled with rock ‘n’ roll and a diverse collection of artists who will bring their high-energy music to one of the most scenic valleys on the planet!

This summer, festival goers will have the opportunity to see some of their favorite musicians in more intimate settings at a time when everyone is ready to get back to dancing with old friends, and make some new ones. Attendees will also be able to explore the town of Telluride hopping from club to club enjoying bands on 7 stages…no gates, no port-o-potties, just exhilarating performances in venues with limited capacity.

World-renowned rockers Rival Sons will be hosting both weekends, plus a full week of music throughout the town. Music fans can attend either of the 3-day weekends, or purchase passes for the entire 10-day run! Bands will be performing residencies, playing 2 – 4 night stands featuring a lineup that includes Warren Haynes (2 nights), Citizen Cope (3 nights), Matt Berninger of The National (2 nights), Black Pistol Fire (2 nights), Colorado natives Rose Hill Drive (4 nights), Big Something (4 nights) and many others.

Tickets are limited, for those 21 & over, and all venues will be presenting the artists with full compliance and capacities as approved by local authorities with the safety of the musicians, fans and staff as their top priority. Attendees can take advantage of all the outdoor activities, rafting, hiking, mountain biking, climbing, available in the “Festival Capital of The Rockies” while enjoying multiple sets of world class music during the day and well into the night.

Tickets will go on sale June 3, 2021 at 10:00 am MT at RideFestival.com. The RIDE will return to the Town Park stage in 2022 and continue its tradition of gathering the best rock bands and emerging artists to present another memorable alpine music experience.

Pink Talking Fish closed out 2020 with a Halloween show in Swanzey, NH at Drive In Live. The weather dipped down into the 20 degree zone but, in the spirit of 2020, the band and audience toughed it out to enjoy a rare, live music experience.

PTF was dressed in skeleton jumpsuits with black and white skeleton facepaint. The band added many Halloween extras to the music including ‘Roses Are Free’ with “Smash The Pumpkin on the Tree” lyric alteration into Smashing Pumpkin’s song ‘Cherub Rock’, Slayer’s song ‘Raining Blood’ in the middle of ‘Big Black Furry Creature From Mars’, and an encore that included ‘November Rain’ by Guns n Roses.

One of the best antics that came out of the Halloween Set was a mashup of ‘Carini’ and ‘War Pigs’. Pink Talking Fish has released a video of the performance in celebration of their upcoming 2021 return to the same venue in Swanzey, NH, which is now called Northlands Live and a pod style venue rather than a drive in. PTF performs at Northlands Live this Friday.

Here is the full Halloween Setlist from 2020:

October 31st, 2020

Drive In Live

Swanzey, NH

Setlist:

Buried Alive*

Life During Wartime

One Of These Days

Roses Are Free** >

Cherub Rock

Born Under Punches

Astronomy Domine >

Ghost >

Sparks >

Psycho Killer*** >

BBFCFM >

Reigning Blood% >

BBFCFM

Run Like Hell

Carini/War Pigs Marshup%%

E:

November Rain

First Tube

*Band was dressed in skeleton costumes and face paint.  They came onstage from behind coffins with engraved names for each band Band member:

Cal - Kill Kehoe

Eric - Eric Ghould

Zack - Death Rogen

Rick - Scary Barry

**Lyric changed to ”Smash The Pumpkin at the Tree” followed by Cherub Rock by Smashing Pumpkins.

***dropped right into an instrumental version of “It’s Too Late” (Carole King) when the jam started. Cal pulled a ripcord into BBFCFM out of it.

% Unfinished w/ Slayer Fan Sample

%% w/ Cherub Rock tease

UPCOMING PINK TALKING FISH SHOWS

5/21: Swanzey, NH at Northlands Live

5/28: Lake George, NY at Charles R Wood Park

5/30: Selinsgrove, PA at Susquehanna Valley Event Center – Spring Jam

6/05: Wall Township, NJ at Daydream Farm

6/10-12: Denver, CO at Knew Conscious

7/16: Canandaigua, NY at Lincoln Hill Farms

7/25: Plymouth, NH at The Flying Monkey

8/22: Norwalk, CT at Wall Street Theater Outdoor Stage

10/10: Vernon, PA at Vinoski Winery

10/15: Ardmore, PA at Ardmore Music Hall

Today marks the official announcement of The Gilmour Project’s 2022 National Tour, also revealing the band’s fitting show concept. This news couples the excitement of their upcoming live stream debut on June 24th from The Great American Music Hall in San Francisco.

The Gilmour Project will celebrate the exact & actual 50th Anniversary of ‘Dark Side Of The Moon: A Piece For Assorted Lunatics,’ which Pink Floyd first performed in January, 1972 at The Brighton Dome, UK, a full 14 months before the release of the legendary album, with a coast-to-coast, US tour in January, 2022. They will perform and explore this masterwork in its entirety as ‘Dark Side Of The Moon, Pieces For Assorted Lunatics,’ honoring the legendary band. With their focus on David Gilmour’s Pink Floyd repertoire, The Gilmour Project will do a deep dive into the exploration & improvisation that only Gilmour could create. This rendition certainly does not dismiss the iconic contributions of all 5 historic musicians that comprise the Pink Floyd complement, only to bring light to philosophical lyrics, sonic experimentation, innovative art, and of course, elaborate live shows.

The Gilmour Project incorporates musicians whose background is both prog(ressive) improvisational; and, is the only band since Blue Floyd in 2000, endeavoring to take these songs ‘OUT,’ speaking in jazz protocol, without disregarding the cherished classic hooks, licks & musical phrases. Acclaimed musicians Jeff Pevar (lead guitar with CSN, David Crosby, Phil Lesh, Ray Charles), Kasim Sulton (bass & vocals with Todd Rundgren’s Utopia, Meatloaf, Blue Oyster Cult, Hall & Oates, Cheap Trick & Patti Smith), Prairie Prince (co-founder of The Tubes, & drums with Todd Rundgren, Jefferson Starship, Phil Lesh), Mark Karan (guitar & vocals with Bob Weir, RatDog, The Other Ones), and Scott Guberman (keyboard & vocals with Phil Lesh), will take the music of David Gilmour & Pink Floyd to places it has never gone before.

Blue Floyd was formed in January 2000, at the dawn of the 21st Century, taking full advantage of the then ‘new’ thing they called social media. A conglomeration of top-notch players from other bands came together to spread this music marked by the use of philosophical lyrics, sonic experimentation, and elaborate live shows. International tape collectors codifying the band’s utter brilliance, created an enduring mystique apart from & in contrast to the tribute band phenomenon.

The improvisational ‘jam gestalt’ of the legendary Blue Floyd, which both Pevar & Prince performed with, matched with Pink Floyd deep tracks, hits and fan favorites, including solo Gilmour gems, and accompanied by ‘Floydian’ audio FX from Paul Simon producer ‘The Duke of New York’ (Graceland: The Remixes) gives you none other than The Gilmour Project.

JUNE 24 STREAM LINK: aftontickets.com/thegilmourproject

THE GILMOUR PROJECT 2022 TOUR (on sale by market June 23-25th):

Jan 1 - The Regency Ballroom - San Francisco, CA

Jan 2 - The Regency Ballroom - San Francisco, CA

Jan 5 - Keswick Theatre - Glenside, PA

Jan 6 - NYCB Theatre at Westbury - Westbury, NY

Jan 7 - Wellmont Theater - Montclair, NJ

Jan 8 - Santander Arena - Reading, PA

Jan 9 - Jergel's Rhythm Grille - Warrendale, PA

Jan 11 - The Empire Theatre - Belleville, ON

Jan 12 - The Riviera Theatre - Tonawanda, NY

Jan 14 - Arcada Theatre - St Charles, IL

Jan 15 - The Des Plains Theatre - Des Plains, IL

Jan 16 - MGM Northfield Park - Northfield, OH

Jan 17 - Rock Hall ‘Media’ - Cleveland, OH

Jan 19 - Ridgefield Playhouse - Ridgefield, CT

Jan 20 - The Wilbur - Boston, MA

Jan 21 - The Strand Ballroom - Providence, RI

Jan 22 - Tupelo Music Hall - Derry, NH

Jan 23 - Empire Live - Albany, NY

Jan 25 - Elevation 27 - Virginia Beach, VA

Jan 26 - Beacon Theatre - Hopewell, VA

Jan 27 - The Birchmere - Alexandria, VA

Jan 29 - Paramount Theatre - Denver, CO

Feb 3 - The Coach House – San Juan Capistrano, CA

Feb 4 - Celebrity Theatre - Phoenix, AZ

Feb 5 - Theater at Ace Hotel - LA, CA

Today would be Robert Hunter’s 80th birthday...we wish he were here to celebrate it with us.

We’re offering this previously unreleased recording for free download starting today, June 23, as a tribute to Hunter’s legacy as one of America’s greatest songwriters.

The song is unusual lyrically, with its classic Robert Hunter verses and contrasting emotive, plaintiff choruses. A love ballad of the highest order.

Renowned vocalist Sara Niemietz’ delivery of Hunter’s lyrics is sublime, with soundtrack master Snuffy Walden on guitar, Matt Malley (Counting Crows) on bass, keyboard virtuoso Ken Greene on piano, and myself on drums...recorded and mixed in 2016 by Matt at his studio in Malibu, California.

The song was a favorite of Hunter and his family.

Thank you, Robert Hunter, for your enduring, beautiful words that continue to bring joy to our lives.

With love and the deepest respect, Greg Anton

Borderland Festival is returning to Knox Farm State Park, September 18th-19th for 2 days of music, food, beer, crafts and more. The festival was cancelled in 2020 and is looking forward to it’s grand return to celebrate summer, community and of course music. Borderland will host more than 20 bands on three stages with a diverse mix of national and regional, rock, country, Americana and roots artists. The stage will be set at the historic Knox Farm Stables featuring artisans, vendors, live painting, local craft beer, food and culinary experiences at one of the most scenic and storied grounds in New York State with gates opening at 11am each day.

“We are beyond thrilled to be returning this year to Knox Farm and can't wait to create another incredible experience for our loyal fans. We will have local vendors and artisans, a kids area and a Sunday football zone near our Homespun Stage where local bands will perform. You can always expect surprises with amazing national, regional and local musician collaborations.” shares festival producer and owner Jennifer Brazil.

The line up is filled with incredible artists ready to bring music to fill the air at beautiful Knox Farm State Park. Headlining the 2021 festival is Jason Isbell and the 400 Units, The Revivalists and also features Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, The Infamous Stringdusters, Moon Taxi, Hiss Golden Messenger plus many more.

“Jason Isbell is one of the best performers and songwriters of our generation and we are so excited to be able to bring him to Buffalo. The Revivalists believed in our vision the first year of our festival and we thought it would be really special to have them back to celebrate the end of this long year. We can't wait for them to bring that unparalleled energy back to our stage. We believe that if you set the right vibe and bring the bands who align with your vision, you will always knock it out of the park” says Brazill.

The festival is filled with the highest level of talent. Filling out the line up and hailed as “musical explorers” by Rolling Stone, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong are on the rise in the jam scene, selling out two nights at Town Ballroom in past years. Cam began her career as a songwriter, composing material for several artists including Sam Smith and Miley Cyrus and made her way to national festivals such as Austin City Limits, Lollapalooza and Outside Lands in San Francisco and is rising on the country charts. A virtuosic, award-winning guitarist with a gift for insightful songwriting, Molly Tuttle was the first woman to win the Bluegrass Music Association's Guitar Player of the Year award.  Also adding to the bluegrass vibe, The Infamous Stringdusters are grammy award winners for Best Bluegrass Album in 2018. The festival also collaborated with The Big Easy of Buffalo to bring New Orleans legend John “Papa” Gros from Papa Gros Funk.

Borderland Festival is expecting to sell out and encourages early ticket buying. Two-Day General Admission tickets are on sale now for $149. There are also 2-Day & 3-Day VIP tickets available. The 3-Day Trailblazer VIP Ticket includes a Friday Night reception at the Knox Mansion, featuring live music from Borderland artists, culinary experience, and a cash bar featuring local craft beer and spirits. Kids 10 and under are free with a parent or guardian. Borderland Festival will continue to follow all New York State and Erie County COVID updates.

PURCHASE TICKETS

Pink Talking Fish is back in action! The band has already played a handful of shows including outdoor pod style events, 2 trips to Colorado, a Beach Road Weekend Pre-Party in Martha’s Vineyard and sold-out performances in Connecticut and New Hampshire.
 
PTF will keep their foot on the gas through 2021 with tour dates released through December. August kicks off the 2-night Grand Opening of the new indoor venue at Soundcheck Studios in Pembroke MA. This venue kept live music going through the pandemic with socially distant outdoor performances and, during that time, they developed a premiere indoor concert experience. Two of New England’s rising acts are supporting PTF for this event: The New Motif and Marble Eyes. Marble Eyes features Pink Talking Fish bassist, Eric Gould.

Next up is a Phish AfterParty in Atlantic City, followed by 2 outdoor concerts with a return to Wall Street Theater in Connecticut and an amazing venue on a Golf Driving Range in New Hampshire.
 
October has the band in full force with a tour through many of PTF’s favorite venues including Park West in Chicago, Ardmore Music Hall in Philly, Brooklyn Bowl in NYC and more. October rounds out with 2 Phish AfterParties in Las Vegas with special guest Joel Cummins from Umphrey’s McGee on Keyboards for Halloween.
 
November brings the band down to Virginia, followed by a hometown Thanksgiving celebration in Boston MA and December includes a 2 night run in Austin TX.
 
Full List of Pink Talking Fish Tour Dates:

8/06: Pembroke MA at Soundcheck Studios - w/s/g The New Motif
8/07: Pembroke MA at Soundcheck Studios - w/s/g Marble Eyes
8/14: Atlantic City NJ at The Tropicana - Phish AfterParty
8/22: Norwalk CT at Wall Street Theater - Outdoor Pod Event
9/25: Mason NH at The Range - Outdoor Event
10/01: Fairfield CT at The Warehouse FTC
10/07: Ferndale MI at Otus Supply
10/08: Ferndale MI at Otus Supply
10/09: Chicago IL at Park West
10/10: Belle Vernon PA at Vinoski Winery
10/16: Brooklyn NY at Brooklyn Bowl
10/17: Norfolk CT at Infinity Hall
10/22: Cohoes NY at Cohoes Music Hall
10/30: Las Vegas NV at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas - Phish AfterParty
10/31: Las Vegas NV at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas - Phish AfterParty featuring Joel Cummins from Umphrey’s McGee on Keyboards
11/11: Roanoke VA at 5 Points Music Sanctuary
11/12: Norfolk VA at The NorVa
11/13: Richmond VA at The National
11/26: Boston MA at Paradise Rock Club
12/10: Austin TX at  3TEN ACL Live
12/11: Austin TX at 3TEN ACL Live

Luke Mitrani is a former professional snowboarder whom, after one of the worst crashes the industry had ever seen during a 2014 Olympics qualifier, turned a career-ending moment into an opportunity to explore his other lifelong passion: music. Today he proudly releases his third album titled “Wild Things”, inspired by his life journey and aiming to inspire and connect with everyone his music touches. Mitrani wishes to spread a message of hope with a reminder that we are all a part of the wild nature that surrounds us. “It’s part of our human nature to be wild, dance and live freely without any judgment of yourself or others,” he declares.

“Wild Things” has the perfect balance of free-flowing electronic beats, conscious lyrics and live instrumentation. It’s the ideal soundtrack for groovin’ on a dance floor, skating on a sunny day or letting it all go at a late night ecstatic dance party. The lyrics of the title track take you there with guest female vocals from session singers via SoundBetter.com, and a killer sax solo from Benjamin at Mahoma Records: “All the wild things howl at the moonlight, all the wild things howl at the moon, all the wild things howl in the midnight.”

Mitrani’s music is playful, upbeat and feeds his spirit and his soul, and you can literally hear his perpetual smile radiating through his sweet, raspy voice on every track. “I put my heart and soul into my music and I am just so excited for people to listen.” The tracks explore and blend pop, folk, alternative and modern, psychedelic styles with soft and meaningful lyrics. “Overall it's pretty groovy, yet easy to listen to,” Mitrani explains. “Man On The Moon”, the first single shared in June, has a downtempo vibe and features drums by Rico. Thinking of music as his own big dream, Mitrani’s blank canvas is colored by his imagination, giving us a glimpse into his ideal world. “In this wicked world we live in, we can carry torches, we could be the Brightest Light,” he articulates in the second single “Brightest Lights” released in July.

In 2018 he teamed up with fellow musician and producer Lynx to create his first album "Walk  On The Moon". In 2019 Mitrani self-produced his second album "Live It Up" which features his hit single “Crazy Mad Beautiful”. He graced the stage of the 2020 Burton US Open (video HERE) and the first song he ever wrote “Walk On The Moon” has over 5M plays and is included in one of Spotify’s curated playlists.

Always practicing a Zen lifestyle and staying true to himself, Luke Mirtani lives by the mantra, ‘Live Frendly’, as there is no "I" in friendship and he just loves receiving calls from his friends when they hear his music playing at a grocery store, in a restaurant or at a bar. Catch him out on tour in late 2021...dates coming soon!

While the pandemic seemed to bring most of the world to a standstill, it was the catalyst to create a burst of positive energy and birth the larger than life “rock & roll for the soul” supergroup, Marble Eyes. Composed of nationally touring artists Eric Gould (Pink Talking Fish), Adrian Tramontano (Kung Fu), Mike Carter (The Indobox), and Max Chase (Amulus), the group proudly releases their first single “Tollbooth” via Color Red on August 26th as part of their debut record ‘Return to The Roses’ that will be available world-wide on October 21st.

Gould and Carter lived close to each other, but were always too busy to get together. With touring halted, they decided to get together and make some music. Carter invited keyboardist Max Chase to set up in Gould’s driveway with social distancing measures in place. From the first notes, it was evident that this was no ordinary jam session. There was something very special about this collection of voices. Gould invited drummer Adrian Tramontano to the next session and he added his virtuosic color, taking each song to new heights. The energy of this lineup made it clear that Marble Eyes was here to stay. Cut from the same cloth as The Band and Traveling Wilburys with multiple singers and vocal harmonies, the songs that each musician brought to the table fit together perfectly. Over the course of the shutdown, the band penned over 50 songs together.

“Tollbooth” is an exemplary debut track that encapsulates the group’s chemistry and has an epic instrumental feel, similar to the spirit of U2 and The Verve. Composed by Gould, the lyrics speak to recognizing the challenges in life and facing them head-on while also understanding that, while in the fight, there will be ramifications. Carter’s guitar style creates a colossal sound with his textural tones and vibrant leads. Tramotaono’s powerhouse drumming forges a gargantuan atmosphere when the tension rises. Chase creates a spiritual feel in the verses with his rhodes lines and adds to the power of the chorus with thick organ chords. Gould keeps a strong pulse on bass throughout and sings with all his heart.

“I’m inspired by many different styles of music and have written songs in many genres throughout my career. The music that moves me most is the style of Rock & Roll that makes your body tingle with emotion, both instrumentally and lyrically. I wasn’t trying to accomplish this when creating “Tollbooth” but once it was completed, it fit that dynamic and I couldn’t be more pleased. This song set me on a major writing kick and the inspiration is still strong. I feel like it was the catalyst of a new chapter in my musical creations,” explains Gould.

Over the course of Fall / Winter 2020, the band played a handful of socially distanced concerts and was able to share the inspiration and energy of this music. In 2021, Marble Eyes performed a live stream concert series every other week that introduced their music to people all over the world. The release of “Tollbooth” and the upcoming album ‘Return to the Roses’ captures a very unique and special moment in time that will never be forgotten.

To support the release of ‘Return to the Roses,’ Marble Eyes will play a string of shows through the northeast and mid-atlantic regions, spanning across 9 states. The tour includes 2 festivals along with headlining events. There are 2 official album release shows happening - October 21st, the actual release date, in the band’s hometown region of Seacoast NH and October 27th in New York City.

MARBLE EYES TOUR DATES:
Aug 27: Port Chester NY - Garcia’s at The Capitol Theatre
Sept 4: Portsmouth NH - The River House Restaurant Concert Series at Prescott Park
Sept 5: Lake George NY - Adirondack Independence Music Festival
Sept 10: Burlington VT - Nectar’s
Oct 21: Newmarket NH - The Stone Church Music Club
Oct 27: Brooklyn NY - Brooklyn Bowl w/s/g Dogs In A Pile
Oct 28: Hartford CT - Arch Street Tavern
Nov 19: Pembroke MA - Soundcheck Studios w/s/g Arukah
Nov 20: Bridgeport CT - TBA
Dec 3: Wayne PA - 118 North
Dec 4: Roanoke VA - 5 Points Music Sanctuary
Dec 5: Washington DC - Pearl Street Warehouse (FREE SHOW!)
Dec 9: Portland ME - Portland House Of Music and Events

Seacoast, NH-based supergroup Marble Eyes will release their second single “You Can’t Fool Me” on September 23rd. Formed out of the pandemic, the group is comprised of nationally touring artists Eric Gould (Pink Talking Fish), Adrian Tramontano (Kung Fu), Mike Carter (The Indobox), and Max Chase (Amulus). As the group continues to embark on an extensive Northeast tour, they will release their debut record Return to The Roses on Thursday, October 21st via the independent record label Color Red, founded by Eddie Roberts of The New Mastersounds.

Written by Max Chase, “You Can’t Fool Me” is a spirited pop-soul track with lyrics that speak of a relationship in limbo and being taken for granted and in the throes of another’s toxic habits. The song has a 70’s funky soul vibe reminiscent of flagship acts of the era like Steely Dan and Atlanta Rhythm Section.

“‘You Can't Fool Me' has found new life in Marble Eyes and features an all new guitar and bass melody during each chorus. I've spent a lot of time in bands over the years and really appreciate how this tune came out with the collaboration of the full band,” says Chase of the track’s final outcome. “This is a song about trust in a relationship and these folks aren't doing too well in that department it seems...but who's really fooling who?”

Currently, the band is touring in support of the upcoming record Return to the Roses, an album that encapsulates the unique moment and special time of making the most of an era that brought the music industry at large to a halt. Recently, they’ve appeared at Garcia’s at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, NY; The River House Restaurant Concert Series at Prescott Park in Portsmouth, NH, Adirondack Independence Music Festival in Lake George, NY; and Nectar’s in Burlington, VT.

The band’s next live performance falls on the eve of the album release, October 21st in their hometown region at The Stone Church Music Club in Newmarket, NH, followed by a headlining performance at Brooklyn Bowl in Brooklyn, NY on October 27th.

MARBLE EYES TOUR DATES:
Oct 21: Newmarket NH - The Stone Church Music Club
Oct 27: Brooklyn NY - Brooklyn Bowl w/s/g Dogs In A Pile
Oct 28: Hartford CT - Arch Street Tavern
Nov 19: Pembroke MA - Soundcheck Studios w/s/g Arukah
Nov 20: Bridgeport CT - TBA
Dec 3: Wayne PA - 118 North
Dec 4: Roanoke VA - 5 Points Music Sanctuary
Dec 5: Washington DC - Pearl Street Warehouse (FREE SHOW!)
Dec 9: Portland ME - Portland House Of Music and Events

Creativity can thrive in the darkest times. Marble Eyes was born out of the 2020 Pandemic. Live music came to a halt and this group of musicians from the New Hampshire Seacoast decided to band together and create a collection of music that is best described as “Rock and Roll For The Soul.”

The Marble Eyes debut album Return To The Roses officially releases via Color Red on October 21st 2021. Self-produced, this 14-track record is filled with a wide variety of influences that all tie together as a cohesive sound in the realm of pure Rock And Roll. Every member in the band is a songwriter and there are multiple lead singers mixed with 3 part vocal harmonies reminiscent of acts like The Band and The Traveling Wilburys.

The album begins with the title track, Return To The Roses, which blends high energy rhythms with vocal harmonies throughout the entire song. Two of the previously released singles live on the front half of the album.  Tollbooth is a song with a modern post rock feel that speaks about facing the battles ahead with strength but realizing that there is a toll to be paid.  You Can’t Fool Me is a pop funk track that delves into the mystery of a relationship where no one knows who is fooling who.

Deeper in the album, a variety of songs tell stories in different genres of the rock and roll realm. Feel Alive brings it back to ‘70s classic rock in the spirit of Traffic and Peter Frampton. Forgive has an ‘80s pop rock flavor. Dream Sequence has a feel similar to The Who but with a more modern vocal melody. The album finale, I’m Done Sleeping, begins with an instrumental piece that is a mix between Groove Armada’s rhythm blended with Neil Young’s Dead Man Soundtrack and ends with a powerful Rock Gospel vocal arrangement leaving us with the lyric “I’m done sleeping ‘till the day I die”.

The album title Return To The Roses was chosen because it was the first song that was realized by the band. The blend of instrumental energy with vocal harmony made it clear that there was something special happening with this collective of musicians. This all happened in the summer of 2020, outdoors…6 feet apart. It was, and still is a challenging time. Marble Eyes grabbed the pandemic bull by the horns and continues to ride it strong into a brand new realm of creative inspiration.

The album release is paired with a live tour across the Northeast and Mid Atlantic States. October is highlighted by official record release parties on October 21st in Seacoast NH at Stone Church Music Club Outdoor Stage and on October 27th in Brooklyn NY at Brooklyn Bowl.

Marble Eyes Tour Dates:
 
10/21: Newmarket NH at Stone Church Music Club Outdoor Stage
10/27: Brooklyn NY at Brooklyn Bowl
10/28: Hartford CT at Arch Street Tavern
10/29: Port Chester NY at Garcia’s @ The Capitol Theatre – Phil Lesh & Friends Official Pre-Party
11/19: Pembroke MA at Soundcheck Studios
11/20: Bridgeport CT at Park City Music Hall – Official Grand Opening
12/03: Wayne PA at 118 North
12/04: Roanoke VA at 5 Points Music Sanctuary
12/05: Washington DC at Pearl Street Warehouse
12/09: Portland ME at Portland House Of Music And Events
12/23: Montclair NJ at The Clubhouse
 
“Return To The Roses” was recorded at The Noise Floor in Dover NH. It was mixed by Tim Walsh and mastered by Doug Krebs Mastering.  

Save the album to your favorite digital library and pre-order your physical copy via the brand new Marble Eyes website today!

On November 25, Thanksgiving Night, The Gilmour Project will ‘serve’ ‘The Dark Slice’ following everyone’s traditional, festive family dinner gathering. Whether you prefer turkey, white meat or dark, or you are vegan - ‘The Dark Slice’ promised to be delicious viewing.

Almost five months to the day earlier, the band debuted with a celebrated livestream from San Francisco’s Great American Music Hall, which introduced an All-Star Band of acclaimed musicians. Jeff Pevar, Kasim Sulton, Prairie Prince, Mark Karan, and Scott Guberman, took the music of David Gilmour & Pink Floyd to places it had never gone before.

Now returning Thanksgiving Night, the band shall present another multimedia extravaganza, ‘A Dark Slice (of The Moon)’ – performing original interpretations of songs from rock music’s most famous & best-selling album, plus material inspired by Pink Floyd’s 1972 Tour ‘The Dark Side of The Moon: A Piece For Assorted Lunatics’. Also included will be material that never appeared on the album that was released 15 months after the 1972 tour. The performance is accompanied by images and animation from legendary Austrian surrealist De Es (Schwertberger).

With nearly 30 North American shows coast-to-coast slated for January & February 2022, The Gilmour Project will celebrate the exact & actual 50th Anniversary of ‘Dark Side Of The Moon’ which Pink Floyd first performed in January, 1972 at The Brighton Dome, UK. They will perform and explore this masterwork in its entirety as ‘Dark Side Of The Moon, Pieces For Assorted Lunatics,’ honoring the legendary band. With their focus on David Gilmour’s Pink Floyd repertoire, The Gilmour Project will do a deep dive into the exploration & improvisation that only Gilmour could create.

Two sets will be performed nightly, one comprising ‘DSOM’ in its entirety, with extended jams, coming to a city near you! ‘The Dark Slice (of The Moon)’ streaming event is a once (or maybe second) in a lifetime opportunity to celebrate the soundtrack of the century from the comfort of your own home with the people you love!

THE BAND:
Jeff Pevar :: Lead guitar with CSN, David Crosby, Phil Lesh, Ray Charles
Kasim Sulton :: Bass & vocals with Todd Rundgren’s Utopia, Meatloaf, Blue Oyster Cult, Hall & Oates, Cheap Trick & Patti Smith
Prairie Prince :: Co-founder of The Tubes, & drums with Todd Rundgren, Jefferson Starship, Phil Lesh
Mark Karan :: Guitar & vocals with Bob Weir, RatDog, The Other Ones
Scott Guberman :: Keyboard & vocals with Phil Lesh

LINK TO PURCHASE NOV 25TH STREAM ON SALE: NOV 4 @ 10am MT

WATCH ANYTIME AFTER THE STREAM THROUGH Sat, Dec 25, 11:59 PM EST

THE GILMOUR PROJECT 2022 TOUR (all dates on sale):
Jan 1 - The Regency Ballroom - San Francisco, CA
Jan 2 - The Regency Ballroom - San Francisco, CA
Jan 5 - Keswick Theatre - Glenside, PA
Jan 6 - NYCB Theatre at Westbury - Westbury, NY
Jan 7 - Wellmont Theater - Montclair, NJ
Jan 8 - Santander Arena - Reading, PA
Jan 9 - Jergel's Rhythm Grille - Warrendale, PA
Jan 11 - The Empire Theatre - Belleville, ON
Jan 12 - The Riviera Theatre - Tonawanda, NY
Jan 14 - Arcada Theatre - St Charles, IL
Jan 15 - The Des Plains Theatre - Des Plains, IL
Jan 16 - MGM Northfield Park - Northfield, OH
Jan 17 - Rock Hall ‘Media’ - Cleveland, OH
Jan 19 - Ridgefield Playhouse - Ridgefield, CT
Jan 20 - The Wilbur - Boston, MA
Jan 21 - The Strand Ballroom - Providence, RI
Jan 22 - Tupelo Music Hall - Derry, NH
Jan 23 - Upstate Concert Hall - Albany, NY
Jan 25 - Elevation 27 - Virginia Beach, VA
Jan 26 - Beacon Theatre - Hopewell, VA
Jan 27 - The Birchmere - Alexandria, VA
Jan 29 - Paramount Theatre - Denver, CO
Feb 2 - The Grand Ritz Theater.– Escondido, CA
Feb 3 - The Coach House – San Juan Capistrano, CA
Feb 4 - Celebrity Theatre - Phoenix, AZ
Feb 5 - Theater at Ace Hotel - Los Angeles, CA
Feb 9 - Pepsi Center - Mexico City, MX

SKULL & ROSES is a four-day festival exploring unique Interpretations of Grateful Dead music & the community that surrounds it. The festival was postponed in 2020 and is looking forward to its grand return for the 4th - and what is sure to be the best - installment so far at the holy grail of the West Coast Grateful Dead scene, the Ventura County Fairgrounds (California), from April 7-10, 2022.

This year, and for the first time, an original member of the Grateful Dead, bass player Phil Lesh, is slated to appear as one of the festival’s headliners. The Phil Lesh & Friends concept takes the music of the Grateful Dead and explores and interprets it in new ways. Dark Star Orchestra will add their Grateful Dead live concert experience seeking out the unique style and sound of each era while simultaneously offering their own informed improvisations. And SKULL & ROSES proudly welcomes Oteil & Friends back for their second festival appearance plus Melvin Seals & JGB for their fourth!

The event has also evolved from bands that exclusively perform music of the Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia, to now include those that have been inspired and influenced by their timeless music such as original acts Jackie Greene, Keller Williams, Circles Around The Sun, Midnight North and Pink Talking Fish.

Continuous music on a turntable stage will take place at the same seaside site where 11 legendary Grateful Dead concerts took place from 1982-1987, all day long with gates opening at 9am each day. The festival will feature daily themes (Egyptian Nights, Chinese New Year, New Year’s Eve & Mardi Gras) & parades, artisans, vendors, local beer & food as well as daily yoga, sound healing experiences and rejuvenating services to help you “dance and shake your bones”.

SKULL & ROSES is also offering new lodging options this year including limited hotel rooms at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, resort camping at Ventura Beach RV Park plus limited onsite Grateful Dead style parking lot camping.

Don't miss this celebration April 7-10 with friends, family and the community where you can expect “strangers stopping strangers just to shake their hand.” General Admission Weekend Passes will go back on sale today, Thursday, November 11th at 11:11am MST while supplies last. More information and details can be found at: Skullandroses.com

Get your tickets Now! 

THIS YEAR'S LINEUP:

Phil Lesh & Friends * Dark Star Orchestra * Oteil & Friends * Melvin Seals & JGB * Keller Williams' Grateful Grass ft. The Hillbenders * Jackie Greene * Circles Around The Sun * Stu Allen & Mars Hotel * Pink Talking Fish Are Dead * Jerry’s Middle Finger * Midnight North * Big Steve and the Ass Bites From Hell *Roots of Creation’s Grateful Dub * Cubensis * Electric Waste Band * Xtra Ticket  * Warlocks of Tokyo * Brown Eyed Women * David Gans * Marcus Rezak’s Shred Is Dead * Dave A’Bear’s Steely Dead * China Cats * The Noodles * Catfish John * The Higgs * Legion of Mario * Wahl Bangers * House Band: The Alligators

FROM THE BAND...

Out of a preponderance of caution for our fans, musicians & technicians we are obliged to announce : THE GILMOUR PROJECT is postponing all engagements through January 27 of our inaugural tour. Jan. 28 > Feb. 7 remain intact with the understanding that the pandemic remains unpredictable.

As a band, we feel it is imprudent & irresponsible to begin under the likelihood if not certainty, that dates will be forced to postpone due to breakthrough infection.

All our personnel are TRIPLE vaxxed, but if even one member of our band & crew tests positive along the way, it will be disastrous for all. And the possibility, even probability that our shows spread infection is too serious to dismiss.

Please keep your eyes peeled for an email from the venue if you are holding a ticket as reschedule dates will be rolled out by each market as soon as they are available and tickets will be honored. We will share the entire rescheduled tour once all dates are in place.

We look forward to seeing you on the road sometime very soon!

Pink Talking Fish will be bringing their fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish all around the country this winter and spring. The band will travel to 11 different states, spanning through the Northeast, West Coast, Midwest and Colorado.
 
The shows kick off this Saturday at the historic Music Hall in Portsmouth NH for their annual Winter Carnival. The rest of February includes Northeast stops in Hartford CT, Ardmore PA and Jay VT at the Jay Peak Ski Resort.
 
March kicks off with a 3 night run in Colorado. Two Nights of PTF followed by a special Prince/Bowie show that is an all-star lineup performing the music of Prince and David Bowie.  This collection of artists feature all 4 PTF members along with The Horn Section (formerly of Turkuaz), Chuck Morris from Lotus on percussion and more.
 
After closing out March with a rescheduled show in Burlington VT, the band heads west during April for the Skull & Roses festival in Ventura CA followed by a show in Seattle WA. April continues in New York and includes a NYC Phish AfterParty on 4/20!
 
The tour concludes in the Midwest, starting with a 2 night run in Michigan and ends with shows in Chicago IL and Columbus OH.

Pink Talking Fish Tour Dates:
2/05: Portsmouth NH at The Music Hall – PTF Winter Carnival w/s/g Idlewild: A Celebration of The Allman Brothers
2/18: Hartford CT at Infinity Hall
2/19: Jay VT at Jay Peak Resort
2/26: Ardmore PA at Ardmore Music Hall w/s/g Qway
3/11-12: Denver CO at So Many Roads Brewery
3/13: Denver CO at So Many Roads Brewery – Prince/Bowie featuring PTF, The Horn Section, Chuck from Lotus + more
3/19: Burlington VT at Higher Ground w/s/g Swimmer
4/08: Ventura CA at Ventura County Fairgrounds – Skull And Roses Festival
4/09: Seattle WA at Nectar Lounge
4/16: Saratoga Springs NY at Putnam Place
4/20: New York NY at Gramercy Theater – Phish AfterParty
4/21-22: Ferndale MI at Otus Supply
4/23: Chicago IL at Park West
4/24: Columbus OH at Woodlands Tavern

SONIC BLOOM’s musical lineup echoes the diverse forward-thinking artists and unified vibe that emanates throughout the festival’s various workshops, performances and immersive experiences. The festival has curated a stellar group of bands and producers that make music that implores you to dance, both as a cathartic release as a healing experience. Whether you’re being dazzled by fire dancers, getting your sweat on in a yoga class, or expanding your mind at a workshop, there is something for everyone at SONIC BLOOM.

Hosted once again at the stunning Hummingbird Ranch in Colorado’s Spanish Peaks Country, festival goers will feel right at home and part of the family as soon as they enter the festival site. The ranch is a beautiful sprawling piece of property nestled by mountains and a creek, offering an atmosphere of pure intimacy. The possibilities for creativity and self-expression never end in SONIC BLOOM’s unified field…

SONIC BLOOM remains an event for the true individual; a welcoming, creative community encouraging the exploration of human potential, the next wave of art and music and the possibility of a more beautiful and just world. We come together June 16-19th to celebrate a global community that believes in the power of art, music and innovation to inspire a future worth believing in.

In an effort to keep attendees, staff and artists safe, SONIC BLOOM will release its COVID protocol and safety guidelines as we get closer to the festival. We will be implementing a protocol that is accessible to all attendees keeping in mind a shared desire to be safe and sound.

Festival tickets are on sale NOW for June 16-19, 2022 plus VIP Tickets, parking passes, car camping passes, RV passes & glamping packages. For more information on SONIC BLOOM, please visit the official website: sonicbloomfestival.com

Prince/Bowie is a tribute fusion band that combines the music of Prince and David Bowie into a high energy live show. This concept has been featured at the Catskill Chill Music Festival, Wanee (Pink Talking Fu Kuaz), Adirondack Independence Music Festival, and at a Phish After Party at Putnam Place. It notoriously featured a rotating All-Star cast of characters from various national acts. This concept has now become a band on the scene and will be performing shows this Spring in the Northeast and Colorado.

The band is spearheaded by Pink Talking Fish founder/bassist, Eric Gould. This Spring, both Cal Kehoe from PTF and The Horn Section (Josh Schwartz, Greg Sanderson, and Chris Brouwers formerly of Turkuaz) will join Gould for every show.

The tour kicks off in Denver CO on March 13th and features all the members of Pink Talking Fish along with Chuck Morris of Lotus and The Horn Section. Next up is a St. Patty’s Day party on March 17th in Saratoga Springs NY. This lineup includes members of Pink Talking Fish, Adrian Tramontano of Kung Fu on drums, The Horn Section and more.

April 29th will be in Norwalk CT at The Wall Street Theater and April 30th in Beverly MA at The Cabot. The lineup for these shows includes Gould/Kehoe from PTF and The Horn Section along with Mikey Carubba (formerly of Turkuaz) and AC Carter of TAUK.

Below please find the full list of tour dates and lineups:

3/13: Denver CO at So Many Roads Brewery and Museum

Bass: Eric Gould - PTF

Guitar: Cal Kehoe – PTF

Drums: Zack Burwick – PTF

Keys: Richard James – PTF

Percussion: Chuck Morris – Lotus

The Horn Section

3/17: Saratoga Springs NY at Putnam Place

 Bass: Eric Gould - PTF

Guitar: Cal Kehoe – PTF

Drums: Adrian Tamontano – Kung Fu/The Breakfast/Marble Eyes

Keys: Richard James – PTF

Sax: Matt Wayne – Bobby Deitch Band

The Horn Section

4/29: Norwalk CT at The Wall Street Theater

Bass: Eric Gould - PTF

Guitar: Cal Kehoe – PTF

Drums: Mikey Carubba – Death Kings (formerly of Turkuaz)

Keys: AC Carter - TAUK

Sax: Matt Wayne – Bobby Deitch Band

The Horn Section

4/30: Beverly MA – The Cabot

Bass: Eric Gould - PTF

Guitar: Cal Kehoe – PTF

Drums: Mikey Carubba – Death Kings (formerly of Turkuaz)

Keys: AC Carter - TAUK

Sax: Matt Wayne – Bobby Deitch Band

The Horn Section

If you’ve been on the fence about attending this year's SKULL & ROSES April 7-10th in Ventura, CA, here are just a few reasons why this is a NOT to be missed festival!

PHIL & FRIENDS

This year, and for the first time, an original member of the Grateful Dead, bass player Phil Lesh, joins SKULL & ROSES. The line up will feature: Phil Lesh, Stu Allen, Grahame Lesh, Jason Crosby & John Molo.

OTEIL & FRIENDS

We welcome back Oteil & Friends for their second appearance at SKULL & ROSES. The line up will feature: Oteil Burbridge, Melvin Seals, Eric Krasno, Tom Guarna & Peter Lavezzoli.

RECKONING

A special acoustic performance honoring the 1981 live double album feat. Rob Eaton, John Kadlecik, Rob Barraco & Skip Vangelas

DARK STAR ORCHESTRA RECREATING EUROPE ‘72

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic Europe ‘72, Dark Star Orchestra will recreate the Wembley Empire Pool show from London, England 50 years to the day on Friday, April 8th at SKULL & ROSES.

DUSTY STRINGS EXHIBIT

We are proud to announce the debut of The DUSTY STRINGS exhibit at SKULL & ROSES 2022 featuring 10 stage-played GRATEFUL DEAD Guitars, together for the very first time. This incredible collection has been made possible by the enthusiasm and generosity of the owners of these precious artifacts: Andy Logan, Jason Scheuner, Nate Bidner, David Meerman Scott and the Grateful Guitars Foundation.

GRATEFUL DEAD HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS

Celebrate the Legendary Grateful Dead Holiday Runs and Channel the ‘78 Egypt Shows, with daily themed parades and great fanfare. Attendees are encouraged to dress up and be festive according to the following themes:

EGYPTIAN NIGHTS: Thursday 4/7 – Doors: 8:00 AM – Music: 2:00 PM to Midnight

CHINESE NEW YEAR: Friday 4/8 – Doors: 8:00 AM – Music: 11:30 AM to Midnight

NEW YEAR’S EVE: Saturday 4/9 – Doors: 8:00 AM – Music: 11:00 AM to Midnight

MARDI GRAS: Sunday 4/10 – Doors: 9:00 AM – Music: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

WALL OF NEWS

Every Thursday SKULL & ROSES releases the best news in the scene! Interviews with festival talent by former Grateful Dead publicist Dennis McNally, The Tone Zone by Brad Sarno, All The Years Combine by David Gans, How Does The Song Go by Nate LaPointe, The Taper’s Section by Stu Nixon, Art News by Trina Calderón and so much more!

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STAGING

All Performances Will Occur on One Large Rotating (Turntable) Stage.

DRUMS

An Open Drum Circle will be in operation prior to and after each day’s show near the Arena.

B.Y.O.D. (‘Bring Your Own Drums’). Hosted by Wahlbangers Drum Circle Organization and ALL ARE WELCOME.

BIG STEVE & THE ASSBITES FROM HELL

Line up dropping Thursday, March 31!

AND SO MUCH MORE! 

SURPRISES ALL WEEKEND LONG.

GET THERE ON THURSDAY FOR GATES…YOU HEARD IT HERE FIRST!

Borderland Festival is returning to Knox Farm State Park, September 17 and 18, bringing an experience rooted in community and bursting with musical flair to the region.

In classic Borderland style, the two-day festival will host more than 20 bands on three stages. A diverse mix of national and regional, rock, country and Americana artists will perform at the historic and picturesque Knox Farm.

Headlining the 2022 festival is American psychedelic rock band, The Flaming Lips and alt-rock band, Portugal. The Man.

Some of the bands joining them will be:

Michael Franti & Spearhead, the genre mixing band whose song, ‘Follow Your Heart', is currently the number two song on iTunes.

Keller Williams’ Grateful Gospel, an 8-person Gospel Choir that accompanies Keller Williams performing Grateful Dead songs.

The Infamous Stringdusters, Grammy Award winners for Best Bluegrass Album in 2018.

Donna the Buffalo, Buffalo’s own beloved bluegrass and rock band. Driftwood, New York-based and female fronted bluegrass band on the rise. The Big Easy of Buffalo presenting Dumpstaphunk, the funk and jam band from New Orleans.

We went a little out of the box this year with our headliners. This is the 4th year for Borderland and every year we aim to make it better and more memorable for both our loyal fans and newcomers,” shares festival producer and owner, Jennifer Brazil. “We know the talent we have lined up will bring an unparalleled energy to the stage, and throw in a few surprises along the way. We are always looking to expand and grow and can’t wait to share this with Western New York. We are so proud to host this festival, supporting local business, local artists and as always environmental awareness”.

Rounding out the weekend will be local artisans, vendors, Sunday football zone near our Homespun Stage where local bands will perform, live painting, local craft beer, food and culinary experiences. A curated kids area with face painting, games and music is free for all kids 10 and under.

Ticket Info
● Two-Day General Admission tickets are on sale now for $149. ● There are also 2-Day & 3-Day VIP tickets available.
● The 3-Day Trailblazer VIP Ticket includes a Friday Night reception at the Knox Mansion, featuring live music from Borderland artists, culinary experience, and a cash bar featuring local craft beer and spirits.
● Kids 10 and under are free with a parent or guardian.

Pink Talking Fish will be bringing their fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish all around the country this Summer and Fall. The tour dates span across 15 states from the Northeast to the west coast with stops in the Midwest and Colorado.

The summer shows in July and August include 4 festivals – Jerry Jam and Mountain Music Festival in New Hampshire, Phlowfest in Wisconsin and ADK Festival in Lake George. Pink Talking Fish has been a staple at ADK and Jerry Jam for years. Also happening this summer are 2 Phish AfterParties in Bangor ME and Atlantic City NJ as well as outdoor events in Portsmouth NH, Canandaigua NY and a free show in Pittsburgh PA to close out the season.

September brings Pink Talking Fish on a Midwest tour through Buffalo, Ohio, Chicago and Detroit. The band heads back east at the end of the month with premiere dates in Brooklyn NY, Ardmore PA and Fairfield CT.

October includes a Halloween run that starts in California through Los Angeles, Menlo Park and Napa. The run closes out on 10/31 in Denver, Colorado.

The tour closes out in the Northeast with big shows in Portland ME, Burlington VT and Boston MA. The band will perform their first headlining show at The State Theater in Portland. Local Grateful Dead staple, Maine Dead Project, will support the night. Pink Talking Fish closes out the Fall Tour with a hometown celebration in Boston MA at Paradise Rock Club.

Here is a full list of PTF Tour Dates:

07/15: Bath NH at Jerry Jam

07/16: Bangor ME at Cross Insurance Center – Phish AfterParty

08/05: East Troy WI at Alpine Valley – Phlowfest

08/06: Atlantic City NJ at The Tropicana – Phish AfterParty

08/12: Warren NH at Mountain Music & Arts Festival

08/14:  Portsmouth NH at Cisco Brewery

09/02: Canandaigua NY at Lincoln Hill Farms

09/03: Lake George NY at Adirondack Independence Music & Arts Festival

09/04: Pittsburgh PA at 20th Annual Allegheny County Music Festival

09/14: Buffalo NY at Buffalo Iron Works

09/15: Columbus OH at Woodlands Tavern

09/16: Chicago IL at Park West

09/17: Ferndale MI at Otus Supply

09/23: Brooklyn NY at Brooklyn Bowl

09/24: Ardmore PA at Ardmore Music Hall

09/30:  Fairfield CT at The Warehouse at FTC

10/01: Mason NH at The Range – The Golfball II

10/08: Red Bank NJ at The Vogel

10/09: Darlington MD at Camp Ramblewood

10/21: Port Washington NY at Landmark on Main Street

10/22: Tarrytown NY at Tarrytown Music Hall

10/27: Los Angeles CA at Teragram Ballroom

10/28: Menlo Park CA at The Guild Theatre

10/29: Napa CA at JaM Cellars Ballroom

10/31: Denver CO at So Many Roads Museum & Brewery

11/11: Portland ME at The State Theater

11/12: Hartford CT at Infinity Hall and Bistro

11/18: Burlington VT at Higher Ground

12/02: Boston MA at Paradise Rock Club

The acclaimed All-Star instrumental ensemble, famous for interpretations of classic Grateful Dead songs with jazz influences, returns in 2023 to celebrate its 25th Anniversary. Co-founder Alphonso Johnson will be joined by Steve Kimock, Pete Lavezzoli & Bobby Lee Rodgers, performing Grateful Dead’s ‘Wake of The Flood’ marking it’s 50th Anniversary, in addition to other beloved selections. Jazz Is Dead XXV ‘reunites’ two greats! Steve Kimock & Alphonso Johnson, who together in heavyweight post-Garcia Grateful Dead offshoot The Other Ones together with Bob Weir, commanded the instrumental prowess of that band.

Formed in 1998 by bassist Alphonso Johnson (Weather Report, Santana, Bobby & The Midnites, The Other Ones), drummer Billy Cobham (Miles Davis, Mahavishnu Orchestra, Bobby & The Midnites), keyboardist T Lavitz (Dixie Dregs) & guitarist Jimmy Herring (Aquarium Rescue Unit, Widespread Panic), with drummers Rod Morgenstern (Dixie Dregs) & Jeff Sipe (Leftover Salmon) replacing Cobham in 1999, and guitarist Jeff Pevar (CSN, David Crosby CPR, Phil Lesh & Friends) replacing Herring in 2000, recorded 3 acclaimed albums, the second of which ‘Laughing Water’ in 1999 was in fact an instrumental ‘Wake of The Flood’ reinterpretation - so there is precedent. That album also featured Derek Trucks, Donna Jean Godchaux & Vassar Clements.

On Laughing Water, the fusion ensemble Jazz Is Dead one-ups the band that it sets out to honor. Laughing Water is a superior remake of the Grateful Dead's rather ordinary rock album Wake of the Flood. Fortunately, you don't have to be a Deadhead to appreciate this album. Laughing Water not only fuses jam-rock with jazz, but it possesses a country-bluesy Americana flavor. The songs on Laughing Water are long and improvisational, but they seldom grow boring. From a purely technical standpoint, each musician in Jazz Is Dead is a superior player to his counterpart in the Grateful Dead. But unlike many pop-jazz remakes of rock albums, Laughing Water manages to capture the rock 'n roll animus of the original. The communal carefree spirit of tie-died counter culturalism lives on in this music. Not only should Deadheads come away happy, but fusion freaks and aficionados of improvisational rock should, too. – Ed Kopp, All About Jazz 1999

JAZZ IS DEAD XXV is
Alphonso Johnson (bass & Chapman stick) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alphonso_Johnson
Steve Kimock (guitar) https://kimock.com/about/
Pete Lavezzoli (drums) https://peterlavezzoli.com/bio/
Bobby Lee Rodgers (guitar) https://www.bobbyleerodgers.com/bio

Tour Dates:

1.10.23 Capistrano CA/ The Coach House
1.11.23 Montclair CA/ The Canyon
1.12.23 Agoura CA/ The Canyon
1.13.23 SF CA/ The Regency Ballroom
1.15.23 Denver CO/ The Paramount
1.17.23 Phoenix AZ/ Celebrity Thr.
1.19.23 Madison WI/ Barrymore Thr.
1.20.23 Des Plaines IL/ Des Plains Thr.
1.21.23 St. Charles IL/ The Arcata
1.22.23 Cleveland OH/ The Agoura
1.24.23 Boston MA/ The Wilbur
1.25.23 Glenside PA/ The Keswick Thr.
1.26.23 Tarrytown NY/ Tarrytown Music Hall
1.27.23 NY NY/ The Palladium at Times Square
1.28.23 Jim Thorpe PA/ Penns Peak

Next year’s SKULL & ROSES at Ventura County Fairgrounds, April 19-23, 2023, will be the fifth incarnation of the gathering, which is thriving just like the rest of the Grateful Dead culture it celebrates. This little party by the sea has grown enormously both in numbers and sophistication, to the point of having an original member of the Grateful Dead headline the festival for a second time. But the commitment to joy, dancing, and peaceful community is unchanged, which is perhaps why it’s grown so much!

The festival graciously welcomes back PHIL LESH & Friends who will explore and interpret the music of the Grateful Dead in two headlining sets over two days. Dark Star Orchestra will once again perform an epic Grateful Dead set with their own unique twist. SKULL & ROSES also proudly welcomes back Oteil & Friends for their third appearance, first timers Leftover Salmon and for the fifth time, Melvin Seals & JGB!

Continuous music on a turntable stage will take place at the same seaside site where eleven legendary Grateful Dead concerts transpired from 1982-1987. This expanded 5-day celebration will feature daily themes (Bicycle Day, Four-Twenty, Chinese New Year, New Year’s Eve & Mardi Gras), a heady Shakedown Street, a new Oasis to cool off and rejuvenate, plus local beer & expanded food vendors to keep fans “dancing in the streets” all week long.

SKULL & ROSES is also offering lodging options that include limited hotel rooms at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach and Ventura Beach Marriott plus onsite “Grateful Dead style” parking lot camping. And for those looking for “very fancy stepping”, an upgraded VIP experience called ‘Primo’ is available featuring early entry, premium viewing, lounge access with a private bar and seating, a special Primo laminate, private upgraded restrooms, discounts on OFFICIAL SKULL & ROSES merchandise, plus other one-of-a-kind experiences such as auto-entry into a special Primo raffle and much more!

Join your friends, family and the community “down that highway where ocean breezes blow” April 19-23, 2023, and explore unique interpretations of all things Grateful Dead at SKULL & ROSES V! General Admission, Primo (VIP), camping, RV sites and hotel rooms will go on sale Friday, November 25th at 11:11am PST while supplies last.

More information and details can be found at: SkullandRoses.com

Pink Talking Fish is kicking off 2023 in style with a handful of Northeast shows followed by a full-blown West Coast Tour. The band’s 1st show of 2023 is in Amherst MA at the end of January and then they return to Red Bank NJ before heading west. First up is the Pacific Northwest as PTF moves through Bend OR, Portland OR and then Seattle WA.

Next stop is Menlo Park CA, where the band will do a special “Anniversary Show” which celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side Of The Moon” and the 40th Anniversary of Talking Heads’ “Stop Making Sense” California performance where the movie was made. The show will feature one set of Dark Side, a 2nd set of Stop Making Sense and an all Phish encore.

Southern California is up next with a Sunday show in Venice and then a 2 night midweek run in San Diego. The tour concludes in Lake Tahoe and one of the band’s favorite stops, Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley CA.

PTF has 3 more shows to go in 2022. This Friday at their hometown in Boston MA at The Paradise, next Friday 12/9 in Hartford CT and then a NYE Phish AfterParty in NYC at The Gramercy Theatre.

Check out the full list of Pink Talking Fish Tour Dates:

2022

12/02: Boston MA at Paradise Rock Club

12/09: Hartford CT at Infinity Music Hall

12/31: New York NY at The Gramercy Theatre – Phish AfterParty

2023

1/28: Amherst MA at The Drake

2/17: Red Bank NJ at The Vogel - w/s/g Fungkshui

2/22: Bend OR at Domino Room - w/s/g Watkins Glen

2/23: Portland OR at Stage 722 – w/s/g Watkins Glen

2/24: Seattle WA at Nectar Lounge

2/25: Menlo Park at The Guild Theatre – “The Anniversary Show” celebrating Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side Of The Moon” and Talking Heads’ “Stop Making Sense”

2/26: Venice CA at Venice West

3/01: San Diego CA at The Holding Company

3/02: San Diego CA at The Holding Company

3/03: Crystal Bay NV at Crystal Bay Club Crown Room

3/04: Mill Valley CA at Sweetwater Music Hall

3/25: East Greenwich RI at Greenwich Odeum

SONIC BLOOM’s 16th annual festival takes flight June 15-18, 2023. The diverse musical lineup echoes the forward-thinking visual artists and unified vibe that emanates throughout the festival’s various workshops, performances and immersive experiences. SONIC BLOOM has curated a stellar group of bands and producers that are pushing the boundaries of musical styles and production techniques. Female artists and producers make up more than one third of this year's line up! Whether you’re being dazzled by fire dancers, getting your sweat on in a yoga class, or expanding your mind at a workshop, there is something for everyone at SONIC BLOOM.

Fresh off her sold out Red Rocks headlining debut last year, CloZee takes the BLOOM stage as this year's headlining artist. Purveyor of lucid sounds, French producer Chloé Herry is a worldly and rhythmic figure in the electronic music atmosphere…so get ready BLOOMERS! And get to know the other top SONIC BLOOM 2023 acts…

Dirtwire performs a form of ‘swamptronic’ experimental bluegrass & electronic music utilizing an arsenal of instruments from around the world.

Grammy nominated jazz duo, DOMi & JD BECK bring their extraordinary chops, attitude, and style to SONIC BLOOM! Although only 22 and 19 years old respectively, DOMi & JD BECK have collaborated with Anderson .Paak, Herbie Hancock, Snoop Dogg, Busta Rhymes and many more in their 4 years together as a band.

Koan Sound, Will Weeks and Jim Bastow, are a cutting-edge duo from England who transcend boundaries within bass music.

Colorado electronic-jam legends Lotus break their decade plus annual run at Red Rocks to perform in 2023 at SONIC BLOOM.

Legendary British producer Ott makes his triumphant return to SONIC BLOOM in 2023 bringing back his psychedelic musical transmissions to the Unified Field.

Livetronica favorites Papadosio return to the Unified Field to bring their iconic diverse sound of progressive rock, electronic, jazz and jam music.

Colorado's own reigning electronic power trio SunSquabi bring their signature funky rocktronica vibes equipped with fat basslines, ripping guitar, and thumping drums.

And SONIC BLOOM will be taking stage takeovers to a whole new level in 2023…

On Friday night, be treated to a FULL DAY takeover on the Meadow Stage featuring artists hand-picked by headliner CloZee, all of whom have released music on her label, Odyzey!

Colorado's premiere dubstep promoters and owners of The Black Box, Sub.mission hit the Meadow Stage on Saturday night to bring a specially curated lineup of distinguished artists from abroad and at home alike!

Denver's own all:Lo collective boast an impressive roster of local allstars bringing their vibey soundscapes to grace the Hummingbird Stage on Sunday afternoon.

Hosted once again at the picturesque Hummingbird Ranch in Colorado’s Spanish Peaks Country, festival goers will feel right at home and part of the family as soon as they enter the festival site. The ranch is a beautiful sprawling piece of property nestled by mountains and a creek, offering an atmosphere of pure intimacy. The possibilities for creativity and self-expression never end on SONIC BLOOM’s unified field…

SONIC BLOOM remains an event for the true individual; a welcoming, creative community encouraging the exploration of human potential, the next wave of art and music and the possibility of a more beautiful and just world. We come together over the summer solstice week to celebrate a global community that believes in the power of art, music and innovation to inspire a future to look forward to.

Festival tickets will be on sale to the public Friday, January 20th along with VIP experiences, parking passes, car camping passes & RV passes. 2022 SONIC BLOOM attendees will receive exclusive first dibs on Super-Early-Bloomer Tickets by using their 2022 purchase email to access the ticketing page at 10am MT on Tuesday, January 17th for 72-hours while supplies last.

A donation will be made to the Walsenburg, CO food bank Dorcas Circle, providing food and clothing to those in need in Huerfano County, for each purchased 2023 ticket plus SONIC BLOOM will plant a tree for each ticket sold along with a donation to Conscious Alliance, a Colorado-based food bank that the festival has supported since year one.

For more information on SONIC BLOOM, please visit the official website: sonicbloomfestival.com

This Spring, Pink Talking Fish will embark on a very special tour. 2023 is the 50 Year Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s album “Dark Side Of The Moon”.  PTF will celebrate by performing the album in its entirety for every show of the tour.
 
First set will be Dark Side Of The Moon. Second set will be classic PTF combinations of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish.
 
The tour begins with an epic concept show on March 11th in Beverly MA which is being called “The Anniversary Show”. This performance will not only include Dark Side Of The Moon for the first set, but also have set two be a full rendition of the Talking Heads album “Stop Making Sense” in honor of the 40 Year Anniversary of the concert which spawned the movie/live album. “The Anniversary Show” will also take place on the west coast in Menlo Park CA on February 25th during the band’s Winter Tour.
 
Next up are stops in New York City and Greenwich RI, followed by a 2 Day Backcountry Skiing Event in Madison NH. The tour then moves to the Midwest with stops in Buffalo NY, Ferndale MI, Chicago IL and Milwaukee WI and rounds out the leg with a 4/20 Run through Columbus OH, Pittsburgh PA for 4/20 proper, Ardmore PA and Fairfield CT.
 
April 29th brings the band to Vermont at The Double E in Essex Junction which is a perfect venue for Dark Side Of The Moon with its giant movie screen and fantastic built in lighting. The tour finishes up in May with 3 premiere East Coast Theaters: The Wellmont in Montclair NJ, The Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg PA and The State Theatre in Portland ME.
 
Pink Talking Fish kicks off the year in Amherst MA on January 28th.  Along with Menlo Park CA, PTF will also perform Dark Side Of The Moon on February 17th in Red Bank NJ.
 
Here is a full list of Pink Talking Fish Tour Dates:
 
WINTER TOUR:
1/28: Amherst MA at The Drake
2/17: Red Bank NJ at The Vogel – Dark Side Of The Moon Celebration Show
2/22: Bend OR at Domino Room
2/23: Portland OR at Morrison Market/Stage 722
2/24: Seattle WA at Nectar Lounge
2/25: Menlo Park CA at The Guild Theatre - The Anniversary Show - 50th Anniversary of Dark Side Of The Moon & 40th Anniversary of Stop Making Sense
2/26: Venice CA at The Venice West
3/01: San Diego CA at The Holding Company
3/02: San Diego CA at The Holding Company
3/03: Crystal Bay NV at Crystal Bay Club Casino
3/04: Mill Valley CA at Sweetwater Music Hall
 
SPRING TOUR - Dark Side Of The Moon 50th Anniversary Celebration:
3/11: Beverly MA at The Cabot
3/24: New York NY at Sony Hall
3/25: Greenwich RI at The Greenwich Odeum
3/31 – 4/01: Madison NH at King Pine Ski Resort – Wild Corn Shindig
4/13: Buffalo NY at Buffalo Iron Works
4/14: Ferndale MI at Otus Supply
4/15: Chicago IL at Park West
4/16: Milwaukee WI at Shank Hall
4/19: Columbus OH at Woodlands Tavern
4/20: Pittsburgh PA at Thunderbird Café
4/21: Ardmore PA at Ardmore Music Hall
4/22: Fairfield CT at Warehouse FTC
4/29: Essex Junction VT at The Double E
5/05: Montclair NJ at The Wellmont
5/06: Stroudsburg PA at The Sherman Theater
5/11-13: Live Oak FL at Spirit Of Suwanee – Echoland Festival
5/13: Portland ME at The State Theatre
 
SUMMER TEASER:
6/23-25: New Martinsville WV at Back Home Festival

Happy Spring! Pink Talking Fish kicks off their Spring Tour this week in New York City at Sony Hall followed by a sold out show in Greenwich RI at Greenwich Odeum.

The tour celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s album Dark Side Of The Moon.

Set 1 is a full performance of the album

Set 2 is classic PTF combinations of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish

They also plan to heighten shows in certain markets by adding in a full performance of Stop Making Sense (noted in tour list below) and will feature guest singers, percussion and sax players along the way. Over the winter, PTF added to this concept into a performance they call “The Anniversary Show” which celebrates BOTH the Dark Side’s 50th along with the 40th Anniversary of the concert which created the famous Talking Heads film/album “Stop Making Sense”.

Set 1 Dark Side Of The Moon

Set 2 Stop Making Sense

Encore all Phish

 PTF recently shared two videos from The Anniversary Show which took place on March 11th in Beverly MA at The Cabot.

#1 Time > Breathe Reprise, Great Gig In The Sky from Dark Side Of The Moon: 

WATCH HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSIBptDfuOA

#2 Burning Down The House from Stop Making Sense:

WATCH HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d50gz9NOYr8

Here is the full Anniversary Show Setlist from March 11th:

Set 1: DARK SIDE OF THE MOON

Speak To Me > Breathe* > On The Run > Time*+, Great Gig In The Sky**, Money*%^ > Us And Them*% > Any Colour You Like > Brain Damage* > Eclipse*

Set 2: STOP MAKING SENSE

Psycho Killer^^, Heaven^^^, Thank You For Sending Me An Angel^^^^, Found A Job, Slippery People*+, Burning Down The House*+, Life During Wartime*+, Making Flippy Floppy*+ > Swamp*+, What A Day That Was*+, This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody)*+, Once In A Lifetime*+, Genius Of Love*+, Girlfriend Is Better*+ > Take Me To The River*+, Crosseyed And Painless*+

E: Simple*%+, Suzy Greenberg*%+ > Eclipse Reprise*%+

*w/ Gina Alibrio, Ashley-Christie Ellis and Jenna Guiggey on vocals

**w/ Gina Alibrio and Ashley-Christie Ellis on vocals

^ w/ Gina Alibrio on lead vocals

^^Cal solo

^^^Eric and Cal

^^^^Eric, Cal and Zack

% w/ Nate Fuller on Sax

+ w/ Brendan Tommaney on percussion

PTF SPRING TOUR DATES:

3/24: New York NY at Sony Hall

3/25: Greenwich RI at Greenwich Odeum – SOLD OUT

3/31: Madison NH at King Pine Ski Area

4/01: Madison NH at King Pine Ski Area

4/13: Buffalo NY at Buffalo Iron Works

4/14: Columbus OH at Woodlands Tavern

4/15: Chicago IL at Park West

4/16: Milwaukee WI at Shank Hall

4/18: Covington KY at Madison Theater

4/19: Detroit MI at Tangent Gallery

4/20: Pittsburgh PA at Thunderbird Cafe

4/21: Ardmore PA at Ardmore Music Hall

4/22: Fairfield CT at The Warehouse FTC - ANNIVERSARY SHOW

4/28: Norfolk CT at Infinity Hall

4/29: Essex Junction VT at The Double E - ANNIVERSARY SHOW

5/05: Montclair NJ at The Wellmont Theater - ANNIVERSARY SHOW

5/06: Stroudsburg PA at The Sherman Theater

5/13: Portland ME at The State Theatre - ANNIVERSARY SHOW

SUMMER TOUR ADDITIONS:

5/26: Greenfield MA at Strange Creek Campout

5/27: Buena Vista CO at Leftover Salmon on the LAWN

5/28: Buena Vista CO at Leftover Salmon on the LAWN

6/24: New Martinsville WV at Back Home Festival

7/07: Manchester VT at Dead Of Summer Festival

7/14: Northeast Kingdom VT at Jerry Jam

7/21: Nelson Ledges Quarry Park OH at Grateful Fest

Borderland Festival, one of the region’s most popular music and art festivals, makes its return to Knox Farm State Park, just 15 minutes from downtown Buffalo, September 15th through the 17th.  That’s right – now a three-day festival starting on Friday, Borderland will celebrate its fifth year with more than 20 bands on 2 stages.

The 2023 line-up features Trey Anastasio with Classic TAB from the legendary jamband Phish on Saturday night, as well as the new hottest band on the festival circuit, Goose, as the festival’s first Friday night headliner. One of Buffalo’s own favorite bands, Moe. will also be closing out the weekend for a sunset performance on Sunday, September 17th. The artist lineup also includes Dawes, The Infamous Stringdusters, Sammy Rae & Friends, Neal Francis, Mighty Poplar, The 502s, Krasno/Moore Project and a full weekend of local bands.

The festival has partnered with Kissing Bridge Ski Resort to offer local tent camping options to traveling fans. Also new to the festival this year is the “Anyday” single day ticket. Fans can purchase a single day ticket and use it for ANY of the 3 festival days. The "Anyday" ticket will give fans the flexibility to choose which day they attend the festival, while also allowing them to secure a ticket in advance for the lowest price.

In classic Borderland style, festival goers can expect a diverse mix of music spanning the genres of rock, country and Americana, along with performances from local musicians. Aside from a killer musical lineup, the festival will host a range of artisans, axe throwing, Kidsland, local chefs and food trucks, plus craft beer, distilled spirits, and wines from local brewers. And at Borderland you know you can always expect a few surprises!

Festival tickets will be on sale today, so don't miss out on Buffalo's party of the year Sept 15th - 17th!
(3) Day Weekend Pass
Single Day “Anyday” Ticket
(3) Day VIP Weekend Pass
Kids 10 and under are free with a parent or guardian.

For tickets, camping passes and more information on Borderland Festival, please visit the official website: borderlandfestival.com

Jazz Is Dead, the acclaimed All-Star instrumental ensemble, famous for interpretations of classic Grateful Dead songs with jazz influences, proudly announce their August 2023 dates spanning the “Days Between & Beyond” in celebration of its 25th Anniversary. After a whirl-wind January tour covering 10 states and performing 16 shows, co-founder Alphonso Johnson will once again be joined by Steve Kimock, Pete Lavezzoli & Bobby Lee Rodgers. They will be performing Grateful Dead’s ‘Wake of The Flood’ marking its 50th Anniversary, in addition to other beloved selections. Jazz Is Dead XXV ‘reunites’ two greats! Steve Kimock & Alphonso Johnson, who together in heavyweight post-Garcia Grateful Dead off-shoot The Other Ones together with Bob Weir, commanded the instrumental prowess of that band.

ALL 2023 TOUR DATES:
5.12.23 Buckhead Theatre - Atlanta, GA
5.13.23 The Grey Eagle - Asheville, NC
5.14.23 Charleston Music Hall - Charleston, SC
5.17.23 The Underground - Charlotte, NC
5.19.23 Revolution Live - Ft. Lauderdale, FL
5.20.23 Jannus Live - St. Petersburg, FL    
8.1 & 8.2 Great American Music Hall - San Francisco, CA
8.4 & 8.5 The Hamilton - Washington DC    
8.06.23 Big Top - St Louis, MO
8.8. & 8.9 WOW Hall - Eugene, OR
8.11 & 8.12 Alberta Rose Theatre - Portland, OR
8.13.23 The Crocodile - Seattle, WA  
All shows are on sale now > bit.ly/JIDtickets

JAZZ IS DEAD XXV is:
Alphonso Johnson (bass & Chapman stick) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alphonso_Johnson
Steve Kimock (guitar) https://kimock.com/about/
Pete Lavezzoli (drums) https://peterlavezzoli.com/bio/
Bobby Lee Rodgers (guitar) https://www.bobbyleerodgers.com/bio

HISTORY:
Formed in 1998 by bassist Alphonso Johnson (Weather Report, Santana, Bobby & The Midnites, The Other Ones), drummer Billy Cobham (Miles Davis, Mahavishnu Orchestra, Bobby & The Midnites), keyboardist T Lavitz (Dixie Dregs) & guitarist Jimmy Herring (Aquarium Rescue Unit, Widespread Panic), with drummers Rod Morgenstern (Dixie Dregs) & Jeff Sipe (Leftover Salmon) replacing Cobham in 1999, and guitarist Jeff Pevar (CSN, David Crosby CPR, Phil Lesh & Friends) replacing Herring in 2000, recorded 3 acclaimed albums, the second of which ‘Laughing Water’ in 1999 was in fact an instrumental ‘Wake of The Flood’ reinterpretation - so there is precedent. That album also featured Derek Trucks, Donna Jean Godchaux & Vassar Clements.

Pink Talking Fish has spent 2023 celebrating milestones. The band spent the 1st half of the year honoring the 50 year anniversary of Pink Floyd’s album “Dark Side Of The Moon” and performed the album every night. PTF also sprinkled in Talking Heads’ “Stop Making Sense” for select shows commemorating the 40th Anniversary of the concert which wound up being one of the best documentaries in musical history.

For the 2nd half of the year, Pink Talking Fish will be celebrating their own ten year anniversary along with other exciting events, festivals and more.

Summer kicks off with a Dead & Company afterparty in Saratoga Springs NY where the band will add Grateful Dead songs into the mix of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish. Other highlights include a long awaited Southeast run, a Halloween Weekend “Island Tour” in Rhode Island/Long Island and a stacked festival season that includes performances in New Jersey, West Virginia, Ohio, Vermont, Kentucky and Indiana.

4th of July weekend will be spent in New England with a July 1st return to Portsmouth NH on the outdoor stage of Cisco Brewers. Then PTF will bring it back to Cape Cod for a 2 night run at The Wellfleet Beachcomber, continuing their tradition of a high energy, holiday weekend, multi-night throwdown.

On September 23rd, Pink Talking Fish will perform a special 10 Year Anniversary show in their hometown of Boston MA at The Paradise. This will be a true family affair as the band celebrates a decade of creating dream setlists and performing the music of 3 phenomenal bands in a new and fresh way for lovers of these musical giants.

There are many more surprises in store for Pink Talking Fish this year, so stay tuned to this ever evolving story! In the meantime, here is a full list of tour dates:

6/17: Saratoga Springs NY at Putnam Place - Dead & Company AfterParty

6/23: Hammonton NJ at Beardfest

6/24: New Martinsville WV at Back Home Festival

6/25: Morrisville NJ at The Homestead

7/01: Portsmouth NH at Cisco Brewers

7/02: Wellfleet MA at The Beachcomber

7/03: Wellfleet MA at The Beachcomber

7/07: Manchester VT at Dead Of Summer Music Festival

7/14: Cabot VT at Jerry Jam

7/21: Garrettsville OH at Gratefulfest

8/12: Crown Point IN at Rockopelli Music Fest

8/25: Longmont CO at Wibby Brewing

9/08: Syracuse NY at The Westcott Theater

9/09: Bedminster NJ at Fiddlefest

9/16: Morrisville VT at Keep On Growing Festival

9/22: Plymouth NH at The Flying Monkey

9/23: Boston MA at Paradise Rock Club - 10 Year Anniversary Celebration

10/4: Washington DC at Pearl Street Warehouse

10/5: Waynesboro VA at Basic City

10/6: Raleigh NC at Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard

10/7: Charleston SC at The Pour House

10/8: Asheville NC at Salvage Station

10/27: East Greenwich RI at The Greenwich Odeum

10/28: Port Washington NY at Landmark On Main

Bill Kreutzmann, legendary drummer of the Grateful Dead, and Kauai Hemp Company, a leading provider of high-quality hemp products, are delighted to announce their exciting collaboration for a unique CBD line called "Bill the Drummer." This groundbreaking collection will be released just in time for Father's Day, offering music-loving fathers a remarkable way to relax and rejuvenate.

Bill the Drummer combines Bill Kreutzmann's passion for music and holistic wellness with Kauai Hemp Company's expertise in producing premium CBD products. The line features an array of meticulously crafted CBD-infused items that aim to provide soothing experiences and promote overall well-being.

The collaboration showcases the shared commitment of both Bill Kreutzmann and Kauai Hemp Company to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Bill the Drummer CBD line is sourced from organically grown hemp cultivated on the pristine island of Kauai. Kauai Hemp Company's dedication to ethical farming practices ensures that each product is crafted with the utmost care and attention to detail.

"As a lifelong advocate of holistic wellness, I believe in the power of quality CBD," said Bill Kreutzmann. "I started searching for CBD products that made sense to me, but I wanted them to come from a company that was in line with my hippie heart. That's Kauai Hemp Company. With this collaboration, we aim to create something exceptional that resonates with anyone seeking natural ways to enhance their health, well-being, and even state of mind. You know - the important stuff."

Bill the Drummer CBD line will offer an enticing variety of products carefully formulated to cater to different preferences and needs. The collection will include premium CBD oils and soothing topicals. Each item is thoughtfully crafted to deliver the highest quality CBD experience, allowing individuals to unwind, find relief, and experience a renewed sense of calm.

"We are honored to partner with Bill Kreutzmann on this remarkable collaboration," stated Isabella Sherman, Vice-President for Kauai Hemp Company. "Bill the Drummer CBD line represents our shared commitment to excellence and innovation. By blending the beneficial properties of CBD with Bill's creative spirit, we aim to provide a unique and transformative experience for our customers."

The Bill the Drummer CBD line will be available for purchase starting June 7, 2023, just in time for Father's Day. Customers will be able to explore and purchase these exceptional products through Kauai Hemp Company's official website.

For more information about the collaboration between Bill Kreutzmann and Kauai Hemp Company and updates on the upcoming Bill the Drummer CBD line, please visit billkreutzmann.com or kauaihempco.com.

Borderland Festival, one of Upstate New York’s most popular music and art festivals, is set for September 15th-17th at Knox Farm State Park, just 15 minutes from downtown Buffalo. This three-day festival, celebrating its fifth year, centers around bringing together more than 20 bands to perform improvisational and collaborative jam sessions on 2 stages. Aside from the killer musical lineup, the festival will also host a range of artisans, axe throwing, Kidsland, local chefs and food trucks, plus craft beer, distilled spirits, and wines from local brewers. You don't want to miss out on Buffalo’s party of the year!

THE 2023 LINEUP FEATURES:

Friday: Headlining is American jam band Goose with performances by rock band Dawes and The 502’s, an American indie folk band

Saturday: Trey Anastasio with Classic TAB from the legendary jamband Phish is headlining along with performances from singer Neal Francis, bluegrass band Mighty Poplar and Sammy Rae & The Friends whose genre-bending sounds mix indie, jazz and funk

Sunday: Closing out the festival is jam rock band moe. along with acoustic/bluegrass band The Infamous Stringdusters

For the full line-up, click HERE. Performance times will be posted at a later date.

ROAD TRIP & ACCOMMODATIONS

Get in on the Official Borderland Tent Camping experience in partnership with Kissing Bridge Ski Resort! There’s now a close, fun and affordable way to experience the Borderland, less than 15 miles away from the festival. Included are the nightly Borderland after-parties, shuttle rides to and from the festival, complimentary festival parking and camping all weekend long. More details HERE.

Need help with the rest of your travel plans? Lodging and transportation options can be found HERE.

TICKETS

New for 2023 and on sale NOW is the ‘Anyday’ Single Day ticket which lets festival goers buy now and decide later which day they wish to attend. Check out all of the ticketing options HERE and remember, kids 10 and under are free with a parent or guardian.

Pink Talking Fish is having a landmark year in 2023. It started out with the band performing Pink Floyd’s album Dark Side Of The Moon for every show on Spring Tour in celebration of the masterpiece’s 50th Anniversary. Two weeks ago, PTF announced an extensive Summer/Fall Tour that included the band’s 10 year anniversary party. Last week, more excitement was added with a brand new circus style show called “This Must Be The Cirque” at The Capitol Theatre which is an encore of the famous 2018 show, “Junta Circus”.

But wait…there’s more!!!

On December 1st and 2nd, PTF will be welcoming The Giant Country Horns to the stage!  Dave “The Truth” Grippo, Carl “Gears” Gerhard and Russel “Killer” Remington were Phish’s original horn section who toured and recorded with the band. They have joined PTF a handful of times in the past and are back for more in two very meaningful areas of Phishtory.

Friday, December 1st will be in Burlington VT at Higher Ground. Having The Giant Country Horns performing Phish tunes in VT will be such a special experience.

Saturday, December 2nd will be in Keene NH at The Colonial Theatre. This venue is home to one of the more famous Phish w/ GCH shows from their tour in 1991 and was released on Live Phish.

Pink Talking Fish will be revisiting classic phish songs with The Giant Country Horns along with exploring the music of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and more. This will no doubt be an unforgettable weekend!

Get ready to turn back time and relive the magic of the greatest band in musical history as ‘All You Need Is Love’ hits the road in 2024 in celebration of the 60th Anniversary of The Beatles' arrival in America. This one-of-a-kind tour will take audiences on a heady journey through the extensive discography of The Beatles, featuring their most beloved hits and hidden gems that have stood the test of time.

Fans can expect to be transported back to the swinging sixties as players effortlessly capture the essence of The Beatles' legendary career from their 1964 arrival in America, through 1969. From the infectious innocence of "I Want To Hold Your Hand" to the melodic masterpiece of "Yesterday," ‘All You Need Is Love’ promises to deliver a night beyond nostalgia … encompassing transcendent sing-along moments, and pure musical bliss.

In addition to the captivating performances, the concert tour will feature state-of-the-art production and visuals, creating an immersive experience that will transport audiences through the golden era of The Beatles.

With sold-out shows across North America in 2014 for the 50th Anniversary, ‘All You Need Is Love’ assembled the best American & Canadian Beatles tribute artists creating a 16-piece band with strings and horns. Once again, an extraordinary ensemble of world-class musicians will come together to pay homage to the iconic British rock band that forever changed the landscape of music. The same organizers have handpicked acclaimed classic rock, jam-band & jazz players, promising an unforgettable experience for Beatles fans of all ages. The all-star lineup consists of exceptional musicians whose talent and passion for The Beatles guarantee an authentic and electrifying concert experience.

Kasim Sulton - Vocals, Bass, Guitar (Meatloaf, Todd Rundgren’s Utopia, Blue Oyster Cult, Hall & Oates, Cheap Trick, Cyndi Lauper, Patty Smyth, Joan Jett)

Steve Kimock -  Guitar, Bass (Zero, Oteil & Friends, Jazz Is Dead, The Other Ones, RatDog, Rhythm Devils, Phil Lesh & Friends, Kingfish, Heart of Gold Band)

Prairie Prince - Drums (The Tubes, Journey, Todd Rundgren, Blue Floyd, Jefferson Starship, Phil Lesh & Friends, XTC, George Harrison, Chris Isaak)

Bobby Lee Rodgers - Vocals, Guitar, Banjo, Sitar Simulation (Jazz is Dead, The Codetalkers with Col. Bruce Hampton, Vassar Clements, Warren Haynes, Widespread Panic, George Porter Jr.)

Gil Assayas -  Vocals, Keyboard (Kasim Sulton's Utopia, Todd Rundgren’s Utopia)

Mark Rashotte - Guitar (Jake Clemons, Creed, Photograph)

Andy Forgie - Vocals, Theatrics (Creed, Photograph)

Narrated by Michael Des Barres (The Mistakes, Power Station, Detective, Silverhead)

Don't miss the opportunity to experience the timeless music of The Beatles like never before.

The ‘All You Need Is Love’ tour will kick off its first leg on January 9, 2024 in Boston MA, and will continue to captivate audiences in NY, NJ, PA, VA, OH & IL.

Tickets for this once-in-a-lifetime celebration of The Beatles' 60th Anniversary in America will be on sale FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH and are expected to sell out quickly.

Fans are encouraged to secure their seats early.

Be part of a magical journey that will reignite your love for the Fab Four!

2024 TOUR DATES:

1.09.24 The Wilbur - Boston, MA

1.11.24 Keswick Theatre - Glenside, PA

1.12.24 Patchogue Theatre - Patchogue, NY

1.14.24 The Wellmont Theater - Montclair, NJ

1.17.24 The Birchmere - Alexandria, VA

1.19.24 Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall - Munhall, PA (Pittsburgh)

1.20.24 MGM Northfield Park - Northfield, OH (Cleveland)

1.21.24 Memorial Hall OTR - Cincinnati, OH

1.26.24 Des Plaines Theatre - Des Plaines, IL

1.27.24 Arcada Theatre - St Charles, IL

***MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED***

Pink Talking Fish has mapped out the rest of 2023 with an extensive December tour. The band will spend much of September and October on the road, going up and down the eastern seaboard, including a hometown 10-Year Anniversary Party in Boston MA and a very special circus-themed show at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester NY.

After a break in November, PTF will kick off December by bringing Phish’s horn section “The Giant Country Horns” out for 2 shows in Burlington VT and Keene NH. The Keene show is at The Colonial Theatre which is home to one of the more famous performances during the 1991 Phish Tour with The Giant Country Horns. That show became a Live Phish Release.

Next up is Portland ME at The State Theatre followed by a Midwest Run which starts in Buffalo NY, moves through Ohio and ends in Chicago IL.  After a Christmas break, Pink Talking Fish will close out the year with a 2 show run in Denver CO on 12/30 and 12/31.

Here is a full list of Pink Talking Fish Tour Dates:
 
FALL TOUR
9/08: Syracuse NY at The Westcott Theater
9/09: Bedminster NJ at Fiddlefest
9/10: Weatogue CT at Talcott Mountain Collective
9/16: Morrisville VT at Oxbow Riverfront Park - Keep On Growing
9/22: Plymouth NH at The Flying Monkey – Dark Side Of The Moon 50th Anniversary Celebration
9/23: Boston MA at The Paradise – 10-Year Anniversary Celebration
10/04: Washington DC at Pearl Street Warehouse
10/05: Waynesboro VA at The Foundry
10/06: Raleigh NC at Bowstring Brewyard
10/07: Charleston SC at The Pour House
10/08: Asheville NC at Salvage Station
10/14: Port Chester NY at The Capitol Theatre – This Must Be The Cirque
10/21: Ardmore PA at Ardmore Music Hall
10/27: East Greenwich RI at The Greenwich Odeum
10/28: Port Washington NY at Landmark On Main
 
DECEMBER TOUR
12/01: Burlington VT at Higher Ground – w/ The Giant Country Horns
12/02: Keene NH at The Colonial Theatre – w/ The Giant Country Horns
12/09: Portland ME at The State Theatre
12/13: Buffalo NY at Buffalo Iron Works
12/14: Columbus OH at Woodlands Tavern
12/15: Covington KY at The Madison Theater
12/16: Chicago IL at Park West
12/30: Denver CO at So Many Roads Museum & Brewery
12/31: Denver CO at So Many Roads Museum & Brewery

The first annual Horseshoe Music Festival, set in picturesque Jackson, Wyoming Labor Day weekend was nothing short of magical. Musician Duane Betts and his wife, designer Lisa Hadley Betts created a completely unique, festival experience that celebrated all the things they love and appreciate.

“Horseshoe is a collaboration Duane and myself brought to life that included music, clean food, fashion & decor, none of which was mass-produced, plus wellness, to a community that we deeply care for. This boutique affair was nothing short of a one-of-a-kind experience for both the artists who performed as well as the audience who attended. There was so much magic made during this beautiful weekend and we can’t wait till we do it again." shared Lisa Hadley Betts.

Duane, along with longtime friend and Musical Director Jimmy Vivino (Late night with Conan O’Brien), created an artist paradise where daily rehearsal could be heard and enjoyed throughout The Virginian Lodge courtyard.

“My main goal was making sure the music wasn’t just good, but that it left the audience feeling like they had witnessed something special. From the unique themed nights and collaborations to the late night after party jams, we achieved our objective,” Duane explained.

Music spilled out from the Saloon all day long as attendees strolled through the White Sage Market and enjoyed an open-air shopping experience. Artisan vendors offered handmade goods and vintage fashion, thoughtfully curated by Lisa. Medicine Wheel Wellness provided daily yoga, sound healing and meditation on the lawn plus massage, acupuncture and IV therapy in the Market.

An over-the-top, interactive farm-to-table experience graced the interior of the Gamblers VIP lounge. Two live fire grills were on hand so patrons could walk up and help themselves to the thoughtfully curated themed tapas using ingredients provided by local farmers, paired with craft cocktails.

A very moving land acknowledgment ceremony & native dance ceremony set the stage on Friday night. Local openers graced the stage nightly before rolling into the 3 themed nights of high-energy supergroup music. Turntable extraordinaire DJ Logic spun the crowd into the afterparty Friday & Saturday night with guests galore and on Sunday, JD Simo & Friends was the icing on the cake with a send off no one will ever forget.

“Putting on a first-year festival is never an easy feat.” said Katie Fox, Festival Director and owner of the digital media company Blooming Footprint. “I’ve been doing this for almost 20 years and together with Lisa and Duane, we really hit all the marks. An over-the-top VIP experience with farm-to-table food, masterfully curated cocktails and extraordinary music in a stellar location. The Horseshoe Music Festival was simply a dream!”

THEMED NIGHTS & HIGHLIGHTS:
Night 1 – Americana w/ special tribute to Robbie Robertson (music inspired by tradition American/Country music)
*Chest Fever (Maggie Rose and Nicki Bluhm singing together)
*Down by the River (Lamar Williams Jr singing)
*Seven Turns (Duane Betts)
*After show Cosmic jams (Dj Logic, Daniel Donato, Duane Betts, Jeff Arevalo, Pedro Arevalo, etc)

Night 2 – Skulls & Peaches (music inspired by Grateful Dead & Allman Brothers Band)
*Ramblin Man (Duane Betts, Daniel Donato each taking a verse)
*Why Does Love Got To Be So Sad (Jimmy Vivino singing)
*Tennessee Jed (Maggie Rose singing)
*After Show (DJ Logic, JD Simo, Lamar Williams Jr, Jorgen Carlsson joined the regular crew)

Night 3 – Blue Orleans (a night of Blues & New Orleans heat)
*Yellow Moon (George Porter Jr on bass & Lamar Williams Jr vocal)
*Fiyo on the Bayou (George Porter Jr on bass and vox)
*After show > JD Simo & Friends (JD and Duane trading licks like never before)

DUANE BETTS & PALMETTO MOTEL:
Johnny Stachela (Allman Betts Band)
Pedro Aravelo (Dickey Betts Band)
Jeffery Aravelo (Goose)
Alex Orbison (Allman Family Revival)
Carey Frank  (Tedeschi Trucks Band)
Lamar Williams Jr. (Oteil & Friends, Trouble No More, North Mississippi Allstars, New Mastersounds)

THE SUPERGROUP PLAYERS:
George Porter Jr. (The Meters, David Byrne, Tori Amos)
Steve Kimock (Zero, Ratdog, Bruce Hornsby, Oteil & Friends)
Jackie Greene (The Black Crowes, toured w/ Gov't Mule, B.B. King, Huey Lewis & more)
Daniel Donato (Cosmic Country, Trouble No More, opened & sat in with Widespread Panic)
Maggie Rose (Grand Ole Opry regular & has opened for Marcus King & Tedeschi Trucks)
Nicki Bluhm (Bob Weir and Phil Lesh & Friends regular)
Jorgen Carlsson (Gov’t Mule)
JD Simo (Elvis Movie guitarist)
Adam Abrashoff (JD Simo)
Erika Wolf Orbison (Nikki Lane)
DJ Logic (Project Logic, The John Popper Project, Steve Molitz, Freekbass, O.A.R.)

THE GIVE BACK:
“We had so much fun while still making steps to making our world & community a better place. Not only did we do our best to eliminate as much plastic & waste from the event as possible, we also helped to raise money for local causes that we believe in, The Community Housing Trust, The Snake River Fund & Slow Food in the Tetons.” says festival producer Lisa Hadley Betts.

Ten years ago, the jam scene was introduced to something entirely different. Pink Talking Fish made their debut on 9/26/13 in Breckenridge, CO, presenting a blend that blurred the lines between tribute and originality. By taking the music of three cherished bands – Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, and Phish – Pink Talking Fish gave fans a fresh and invigorating interpretation of beloved classics.