The Fox Hunt, bluegrass music in West Virginia

I came across some really good bluegrass music from some guys from West Virginia who go by the name The Fox Hunt. First glimpse of the band would probably give you the idea that these guys are a rock group, influenced by 90’s alternative rock, but that isn’t exactly the case. Especially when you hear the bass, fiddles, banjos, mandolins, and bluegrass vocal harmonies. All the guys in the band range from the early to mid twenties, but don’t let their young age fool you. The bluegrass sounds coming from the band are quite mature, and appeal to country music and bluegrass fans of all ages. Their 10 track debut album “Nowhere Bound” was released back in April of this year on Skull City records. Members of The Fox Hunt include John R. Miller on guitar, bass, and vocals; Matt Metz on mandolin and vocals; Matt Kline on vocals, guitar, and bass; and Ben Townsend on fiddle, banjo, and vocal harmonies.

Visit The Fox Hunt at Myspace to download and listen to some tracks from the band.

Upcoming Shows:

Sep 30 2007 Mast General Store – Knoxville, Tennessee
Oct 06 2007 Millstone Barbeque – Burlington, West Virginia
Oct 13 2007 The Coffee Table (Matt K, John) – Frederick, Maryland
Oct 20 2007 Acoustic Brew – Lamont, Pennsylvania
Nov 09 2007 Limerick’s Pub and Grille – 21+ Show – Martinsburg, West Virginia
Nov 10 2007 Longbranch Saloon – 21+ Show – Hedgesville, West Virginia
Nov 16 2007 Floyd Country Store – Floyd, Virginia
Nov 17 2007 Gunther O’Darby’s – 21+ Show – Roanoke, Virginia
Dec 21 2007 Private Function – Martinsburg, West Virginia
Dec 22 2007 Unique Bar & Grill – 21+ Show – Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania

Band Of Horses, and some free music

Want some free music? Well before I send you off to download some free mp3s from some really great bands, I’ll share with you  a little info about Seattle based Band of Horses.  There is brilliant music coming from these guys.  The songs are plastered with emotionally driven melodies, perhaps offering a glimpse into our subconscious mind.  Band of Horses came together in 2004, forming from Carissas Wierd, who some of you may be familiar with.  I highly admire the music of Band of Horses.  Give them a few moments of your time to take a listen, and if interested, take the opportunity to see them on tour in support of their latest phenomenal album “Cease to Begin” on Sub Pop Records.  Band members Ben Bridwell, Rob Hampton and Creighton Barrett have worked hard to bring a bit more sophistication to their newest release, and in my opinion have succeeded.

Oh, and of course, the free music information.  If you go to the Sub Pop Records website, you can download excellent mp3s and learn more about the bands the label has signed.  Do it!

Download or Listen to “Is There A Ghost” by Band of Horses:

Upcoming Tour Dates:

Oct 14 2007    Park Tavern – Atlanta, Georgia
Oct 30 2007    Satellite Ballroom – Charlottesville, Virginia
Nov 01 2007    Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh, North Carolina
Nov 02 2007    9:30 Club – Washington, Washington DC
Nov 03 2007     Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel – Providence, Rhode Island
Nov 04 2007    Terminal 5 – New York, New York
Nov 06 2007    Toad’s Place – New Haven, Connecticut
Nov 07 2007    Pearl Street – Northampton, Massachusetts
Nov 08 2007    La Tulipe – Montreal, Quebec
Nov 09 2007    Phoenix Concert Theatre – Toronto, Ontario
Nov 10 2007    Crofoot Ballroom – Pontiac, Michigan
Nov 12 2007    Metro – Chicago, Illinois
Nov 14 2007    First Avenue – Minneapolis, Minnesota
Nov 15 2007    The Aquarium (Dempsey’s Upstairs) – Fargo, North Dakota
Nov 17 2007    The Filling Station – Bozeman, Montana
Nov 18 2007     Neurolux – Boise, Idaho
Nov 19 2007    Showbox – Seattle, Washington
Nov 20 2007    Showbox – Seattle, Washington
Nov 21 2007    Crystal Ballroom – Portland, Oregon
Nov 23 2007    Mezzanine – San Francisco, California
Nov 24 2007    Avalon LA – Los Angeles, California
Nov 26 2007    Glass House – Pomona, California

sounds continue to flow from Okkervil River

It all began in 1998 for the band Okkervil River.  This band from Austin Texas has created their musical art in such a way that it’s guaranteed to make an impact on their listeners.  Their 4th fourth full length studio album titled “The Stage Names” on the Jagjaguwar label has grabbed some well deserved attention.  Brilliant songwriting goes hand in hand with the band’s ability to perform with sincerity.  You can call Okkervil River an indie rock band, but over the years they have proven they are so much more than that.

Will Sheff takes care of the vocals and guitar, Brian Cassidy on guitar/mandolin/vox, Travis Nelsen on drums, Patrick Pestorius on bass, Seth Warren on various electronics, and Scott Brackett on trumpet and keys, Jonathan Meiburg on vox, keys, and accordian.  The band is currently on the road, so catch them somewhere if you can.

The Official Website of Okkervil River
Visit Okkervil River at Myspace

Tour Dates:

Sep 15 2007     Picador – Iowa City, Iowa
Sep 17 2007    Pabst Theater – Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Sep 18 2007    Logan Square Auditorium – Chicago, Illinois
Sep 19 2007    The Canopy Club (Pygmalion Festival) – Urbana, Illinois
Sep 21 2007    Lee’s Palace – Toronto, Ontario
Sep 22 2007    Pepper Jack’s Cafe – Hamilton, Ontario
Sep 23 2007    La Sala Rossa – Montreal, Quebec
Sep 24 2007    Higher Ground – Burlington, Vermont
Sep 25 2007    Middle East – Boston, Massachusetts
Sep 26 2007    Iron Horse – North Hampton, Massachusetts
Sep 28 2007    Webster Hall – New York, New York
Sep 29 2007    Johnny Brenda’s – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Sep 30 2007    Rock and Roll Hotel – Washington DC
Oct 02 2007     Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro, North Carolina
Oct 03 2007    40 Watt – Athens, Georgia
Oct 04 2007    Club Downunder – Tallahassee, Florida
Oct 05 2007    House of Blues – New Orleans, Louisiana
Oct 06 2007     Walter’s on Washington – Houston, Texas
Nov 06 2007    Colchester Arts Centre – Colchester
Nov 07 2007    The Social – Nottingham
Nov 08 2007    Newcastle University – Newcastle
Nov 09 2007    Nice N Sleazy – Glasgow
Nov 10 2007    Manchester Roadhouse – Manchester
Nov 12 2007    Ancienne Belgique – Brussels
Nov 13 2007    La Cigalle – Paris
Nov 14 2007    Fri-Son  – Fribourg
Nov 19 2007    Szene – Wien
Nov 20 2007    Registratur – Muenchen
Nov 22 2007    Brotfabrik – Frankfurt
Nov 23 2007    Crossing Border Festival – Den Haag
Nov 24 2007    Gleis 22 – Muenster
Nov 25 2007    Prime Club – Koeln
Nov 26 2007    Lido – Berlin
Nov 27 2007    Knust – Hamburg
Nov 29 2007    Loppen – Copenhagen
Nov 30 2007    Spark Club – Debaser Medis – Stockholm
Dec 01 2007    John Dee – Oslo
Dec 04 2007    Pressure Point – Brighton
Dec 05 2007    Liverpool Academy – Liverpool
Dec 06 2007    Whelans – Dublin
Dec 07 2007    Brudenell Social Club     Leeds
Dec 08 2007    Barfly     Cardiff
Dec 09 2007    Luminaire     London