Pert' Near Sandstone came out of the great Minneapolis folk scene. Gathered round a single microphone, these boys play well crafted original stringband music, as well as being stewards of the old-time tradition. Their high-energy and gritty brand of stringband music is sure to get you outta your seat and keep you dancing...
Formed in 2004 and self-described as "High-Octane Rocky Mountain DanceGrass", WhiteWater Ramble uses a simple recipe to craft it's sound - bluegrass instrumentation, add drums, and a boundary-less approach to grassing-up everything from house grooves to reggae.
From the incomparable (except to Sublime) Second Hand Smoke:
"Secondhand Smoke is proving itself to be the best tribute to Sublime on earth. The trio has steadily been touring internationally, captivating rowdy audiences and developing a devoted following of Sublime fanatics and casual fans alike. Their energetic, tight performances at festivals, islands, colleges, and house parties have quickly confirmed their status as the ultimate tribute to the Long Beach sound. The Chicago-based trio exhibits a unique understanding of the music, and couples a dynamic front man with a rock-solid, booming rhythm section . WIth non-stop dancing, crowd sing-alongs, and three hour sets, the trio plays until the last request is finished. Fans of Sublime simply need to see this show!"
- CHICAGO TRIBUNE
The boys in Euforquestra return and plan to make everyone's night at this one - they are playing an early full set and a late full set and we'll put a cool band in the middle to keep you entertained as well.
In October 2009 the band released Soup, a collection of 11 tracks that captures the band at new heights in terms of songwriting, energy and production. In an effort to spread the album far and wide as an independent artist, the band has decided to give the album away for free online at www.euforquestra.com. With over 2,000 downloads in its first month the word is spreading!
Cymatic is an all star band that features members of Wookiefoot, God Johnson, and the Big Wu.
Our newest bestest Ghetotech Bluegrass band seems to have as much fun playing here as we love having them - and on a Friday too!
About SPLIT LIP RAYFIELD
“I'll Be Around is an affirmation of the band's 14-year journey and the scars its gas-tank bass and three surviving members have accumulated.” -Richard Gintowt (Pitch Weekly)
"Slap your knee to these guys and you'll be sore the next day." - New York Press
A band of badasses with the avowed intent of kicking the oldtime sound in the posterior till it shouts out a brand new tune. CMJ New Music Report
"The fearsome foursome of Split Lip combines a traditional bluegrass sound with the blazing speed and energy of punk rock, and in the process manages to improve on the formula. Should have Seen it Coming is quite possibly the best recorded document of its myriad skills and charm." - Tucson Weekly
Who'd a thunk the Mad Monks would be a perfect fit to open for a bluegrass band. www.myspace.com/madmonks1
"I'm going to spend my last $2.99 on a bottle of strawberry wine, and I don't think I'll think about you anymore"
These guys are tearing it up in Colorado right now are we are having a blast listening to their new CD.
Dubskin is a 5 piece Roots/Dub Reggae band from Ft. Collins, CO. After forming in 2006 Dubskin released their debut album "Love in spite of...". The album is a nice mix of past and present creating a new version of a familiar sound and was recorded/produced by Derek Smith of Pretty Lights. Dubskin has just released it's second album ''No end in time'' that was mixed/dubbed by Jason ''Jocko'' Randall of John Brown's Body and has already created a strong buzz in the American reggae scene. Dubskin has also toured hard in the past year sharing the stage with Burning Spear, Israel Vibration, Barrington Levy, Morgan Heritage, The Itals, Midnite, Groundation, Mad Professor, Anthony B, Collie Buddz and many more along with headlining shows of their own across the U.S. Be sure to keep an eye and ear open for Dubskin coming to your area soon and we'll see you at the shows! Both albums available for FREE download @ www.DubskinMusic.com
We've been working on this one for a long time:
For those who are simply fans of music, not bound by rules or forms, Trampled by Turtles take pieces of it all and just play from the heart. Call it alt-bluegrass, nontraditional string, indie-folk, rock-grass, punk-grass or anything else, they don’t care what name you put on it, just show up with an open mind and it won’t be long until you fall under their spell. Like all of us, where they were raised has influenced what they are and these guys didn’t grow up in southern roots country, they come from way up north where folks do it a little different.
Beyond their raucous, genre-bending live shows, TBT are dedicated to songcraft and have released four albums. They recorded their 2004 debut, Songs from a Ghost Town, in an old Catholic church in Duluth. 2005’s Blue Sky and the Devil was also recorded in Duluth, and in 2006 they dropped their first live album, Live at Luce.
The Boomchucks get this party started. www.myspace.com/theboomchucks
Yes!
Big Funk Guarantee. It's BIG. Anywhere from 8 to 12 members. It's funk, horns, organ, dirty grooves. It's Guaranteed to bring the good soul music. BFG plays originals with a mix of obscure funk from the 70's and 80's. Right now they are in the studio working on their first album and hope to release it in the fall. Big Funk shows are high energy and entertaining. The band involves the audience by creating a loose atmosphere that is very spontaneous and combustable. You won't be disappointed- this funk is guaranteed.
And the truly amazing Amanda Miller and the Smoking Sextion kick the night off. Their first show down here was flat out amazing so it would behoove you to get here early. amandamillermusic.com
"The Summer Camp: On The Road Tour is returning to Iowa City this Thursday, March 4. Five bands will each be given one set to prove that they deserve to perform at the 2010 Summer Camp Festival alongside an impressive all-star artist lineup that includes, moe, Umphrey's McGee, Yonder Mountain String Band, The Avett Brothers and many more. Check www.summercampfestival.com/ontheroad for all the details or visit www.sonicbids.com/summercampontheroad to submit your band!"
Here's the lineup:
8:00-8:50: Lick It Ticket
9:10-10:00: Porch Builder
10:20-11:10: The Uniphonics
11:30-12:20: Dead Larry
12:40-1:30: Jumbies
Henhouse Prowlers, the powerhouse Chicago string band quintet, perform their brand of innovative bluegrass for audiences all across the country. They describe their sound as “new traditional” noting that much of their material is new and original, yet it touches on classic bluegrass themes such as love, loss, work, regret and death. The Prowlers’ fresh, descriptive songs have been featured in the PBS series The Ride of Our Lives, and they have just released their second CD, A Dark Rumor, produced by Don Stiernberg with assistance from Greg Cahill.
Daddy-O and crew killed it at their 75th show and I think some pretty fun pictures ended up on Facebook.
And you know what's amazing about his myspace account; we created it and then lost the password - it's not even maintained and it has over 41,000 hits!!!
We got pretty lucky on this one:
Some music, because of its originality, timelessness, mass appeal, or perhaps because it is just plain odd, will always be destined for the hallowed halls of cult classicism. No band fits this criteria better than Papadosio. In just 4 years Papadosio has wowed crowds from Denver to NYC, Cleveland to Atlanta, shaking the earth at festivals and clubs alike.
Papadosio's music is all about unexpected combinations. From Rock/House to Jazz/Hop to Dub/Breaks and so on, every song has a unique approach to attaining originality. Long improvisational interludes and vocal harmonies quickly set this group in a new category of mass appeal.
...with an amplified message of transcendence, unity, and universal understanding, Papadosio's mission is clear: To combine eclectic musical traditions with modern Electronica to stir the heart and fuel the mind.
Press:
Adam Fox(Universal Studio's): "It is rare for Bands to have such control, understanding, and objectivity as they create and produce their own music. Young, freakishly mature, and wise beyond their years, Papadosio has just released a sophisticated work of art."
This is truly amazing. These bands wanted a place to play on March 12. When we said we were doing a Haiti benefit show, they not only jumped at the idea, but decided to do another benefit in their hometowns.
Andre, from the Mill, also gets credit for coming up with the idea.
7am to 2am!!! We are throwing down the gauntlet again as we dare you to survive all day to make it into a very exclusive club - complete with your photo on our hallowed wall.
Plus, to keep you entertained, we will be having as much music as possible and, of course, lots o' green beer.
So far, the bands to rock you world on this glorious day are:
5 in a Hand (rock)
Slaughterhouse Roots (reggae)
Irish Smokin' Joe Scarpalino and Friends (party)
Filling Space
OK Iowa City, here is a test for you. These guys are good friends with Euforquestra. And, even though we warned them that this show was during spring break, they wanted to try it anyway. So let's say thank you to some more amazing bluegrass by having as many of you as possible attend this one.
Press Quotes:
"Cutting edge, listeners will fully enjoy this unique sound."
- Drew Emmitt (Leftover Salmon)
"One of most professional independent releases of the year in this market"
- Marquee Magazine (2009)
"This album has it (Head for the Hills self-titled album). The electricity that fuels Head for the Hills’ live performances has been harnessed and captured in the studio, which is no small feat."
- Scene Magazine (2009)
Can't believe we have wait until March to have our funky friends headline a show - does loneliness make the heart grow fonder? If not, then they are sealing the deal with some amazing openers.
Early drink specials too.
1st Saturday of every month!