Category: Months
Rumpke Mountain Boys Announce the Release of New Album ‘Trashgrass’ and Release Parties
From Rumpke Mountain Boys
“Energized from their stellar performances at some of the top music festivals in the east, including All Good, Terrapin Hill Music Festival, Appalachian Uprising, Shoefest, and their own festival, Snugglefest, Cincinnati, OH’s Rumpke Mountain Boys much anticipated sophomore album Trashgrass is set for release on November 2nd.
“Energized from their stellar performances at some of the top music festivals in the east, including All Good, Terrapin Hill Music Festival, Appalachian Uprising, Shoefest, and their own festival, Snugglefest, Cincinnati, OH’s Rumpke Mountain Boys much anticipated sophomore album Trashgrass is set for release on November 2nd.
Described as “foot stompin, whiskey spillin, old timey, psychedelic party music”, the Rumpke Mountain Boys have taken the festival circuit by storm, garnering legions of faithful fans along the way with their signature brand of fiery bluegrass aptly named Trashgrass. Using banjo, mandolin, upright bass, and acoustic guitar, the Rumpke Mountain Boys have molded their own unique style and leave no genre of music untouched.
Named after Rumpke Landfill, the highest point in their home of Hamilton County, OH, their remarkable energy and passion shine through in their marathon live performances, their songwriting has won critical acclaim, and they’ve shared the stage with iconic artists such as Larry Keel, Leftover Salmon, Tim O’Brien, Ralph Stanley, Keller Williams, Yonder Mountain String Band and Del McCoury. According to Vince Herman of Leftover Salmon, The Rumpke Mountain Boys are “high energy, hot licks, cool tunes – A party waiting to happen.”
Recorded live at a private party at Stonedbarry Hill, then carefully mixed over the past year at Soap Floats recording studio in Cincinnati (a la “Live Dead”), Trashgrass is the Rumpke Mountain Boy’s first release since the departure of bassist Travis Gates and addition of Memphis-bred upright bassist JD Westmoreland. Consisting of accomplished mandolin player Ben Gourley, Adam Copeland on acoustic guitar, Jason “Wolfie” Wolf on banjo, and Westmoreland on upright bass.
Rumpke’s sound is refreshingly unique, drawing on influences such as the Grateful Dead, Ralph Stanley, Tom Waits, and Jimmy Cliff. According to a review in Grateful Web, “while Rumpke Mountain Boys are known for their fun-filled live shows, the new release captures the Rumpke magic well, oozing with fiery banjo picking, amazing vocal harmonies, and impressive songwriting done by all four members. Trashgrass is organic, balanced, and most of all, FUN and their energy shines through on this release.”
The year 2012 has been quite a memorable year for Rumpke, winner of Cincinnati Entertainment Awards Best Bluegrass Band for the past 7 years running. After gaining traction over the winter, the Rumpke Mountain Boys became one of the most sought-after festival acts east of the Mississippi. The band performed at All Good Music Festival at Legend Valley in Thornville, Ohio in June, and drew a early 10:30 AM set that festival attendees raved about for months, drawing over 1,200 fans. They also host their own musical festival named Snugglefest, where this year Larry Keel and Natural Bridge, The New Old Calvary and others treated music fans to a picking fest to be remembered for ages.
The Rumpke Mountain Boys are headed a regional tour in support of the new album, and will be hosting a CD release parties in the weeks following the November 2nd release date at venues listed below. Pick up Trashgrass today and don’t miss the opportunity to catch them live to find out what all the buzz is about. And tell them Vince Herman sent you. For tour dates, artist bios, and information re: distribution of Trashgrass, go to www.rumpke.ning.com.”
CD RELEASE PARTIES TO BE HELD AT THE FOLLOWING VENUES:
Nov 2nd – Inner Circle Cincy – Cincinnati, OH
Nov 3rd – Willie’s Locally Known – Lexington, KY
Nov 8th – The Bluebird – Bloomington, IN
Nov 9th – Woodlands Tavern – Columbus, OH
Nov 10th – Beachland Ballroom – Cleveland, OH
Websites & Links: Rumpke.ning.com | Facebook
Festivals ~ November 2012
November 8th-11th
Spirit of Suwanee River Music Park in Live Oak, FL
Lineup: Umphrey’s McGee • Soulive • Lotus • The Budos Band • Lettuce • Perpetual Groove • Bobby Rush • MarchFourth Marching Band • Break Science • Digital Tape Machine • The Heavy Pets • Zoogma • Headtronics (DJ Logic, Steve Molitz, Freekbass) • Bright Lights Social Hour • Charles Walker & The Dynamites • Ike Stubblefield & Friends • Grant Green Jr. & Friends • Khris Royal & Dark Matter • Moon Taxi • Jonathan Scales & Fourthestra • The Mantras • The Werks • Strange Arrangement • Flannel Church • Beeb’s & Her Moneymakers • Thomas Wynn & the Believers • Scholar’s Word • Kaleigh Baker
Links: BearCreekMusicFestival.com | Facebook | Twitter
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Umphrey’s McGee to Broadcast “All Night Wrong” 10.31.12
“Umphrey’s McGee has announced that they will be broadcasting their October 31st, 2012 show at the Fillmore in Silver Spring, MD. The “All Night Wrong” performance will be another unique experience for fans by allowing attendees and viewers to vote for the second set of the show. Fans are able to vote from a list of 40 cover songs, and can participate by visiting AXStv’s Facebook page: VOTE NOW.”
The live concert event will air at 9pm ET on AXStv.com, and on the following TV channels:
- Dish – 131
- Directv – 306
- AT&T – 1106
- Verizon – 569
- Check your local listings
Websites & Links: AXStv.com | Umphreys.com | UMLive.com | UMVideo
Max Creek Haunted Halloween Bash Announced for October 26th & 27th, 2012
From Max Creek
“Connecticut’s legendary American rock band announces their “Haunted Halloween Weekend Bash” in Lake George, New York on Friday, October 26 and Saturday, October 27, 2012, at the Fort William Henry Hotel. Conehead Buddah will support on October 26 and Dr. Jah & The Love Prophets will support on October 27. Tickets can be purchased for single and weekend days $25-$40, and available by visiting http://bit.ly/MaxCreek_Halloween2012. This is a 16+ event. Doors open at 7pm. For more information, visit Max Creek’s official website MaxCreek.com.
Since Max Creek’s inception in 1971, the band guesses they have performed nearly 3,000 times over their 40 years together. A true jam band, Max Creek and its fans know that the truest experience is the live show and have performed some out of this world shows at amazing venues within the United States. In addition to performing with the Grateful Dead’s Bill Kreutzmann, Max Creek has been said to influence legendary bands like Phish with a noticeable influence on many other jam bands today.”
Websites & Links: MaxCreek.com | FortWilliamHenry.com
Magnolia Fest at Spirit of the Suwannee Announces 2012 Lineup
Magnolia Fest will take place October 18th-21st at the beautiful Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park. The 2012 lineup has been released and tickets are on sale now for $165 (camping included).
From MagnoliaFest.com
“Spirit of the Suwannee lies on 580 beautifully-wooded acres down along the banks of Old Florida’s Suwannee River. Along with the camping, there are nearly 12 miles of trails suitable for hiking, biking, horseback riding and nature exploring. Bring along a fishing pole and wet a line from the dock on Rees Lake. Canoe and bike rentals are available at the on-site canoe outpost. Or take a dip in the nearby Suwannee Springs.”
Announced Lineup: Bonnie Raitt • Del McCoury Band • Emmylou Harris • JJ Grey & Mofro • Mickey Hart Band • Chris Robinson Brotherhood • Donna The Buffalo • Paul Barrere and Fred Tackett (Of Little Feat) • Jimmy Herring Band • Jim Lauderdale • Anders Osborne • The Lee Boys • New Orleans Suspects • Col. Bruce Hampton • The Mosier Brothers • Tornado Rider • Honey Island Swamp Band • Sloppy Joe • Grandpa’s Cough Medicine • Quartermoon • Cathy Lee • Big Cosmo and Friends • Steve Pruett’s Back From the Brink • Jon Stickley Trio with Lyndsay Pruett • Canary In The Coalmine • Saltwater Grass • Jacksonvegas • Sentropolis • Jason Lama • Oscar Mike • Acoustic Ensemble • Farther Along: The Music & Life of Gram Parsons
Websites & Links: MagnoliaFest.com | MusicLivesHere.com
Video ~ Paper Diamond Night Vision Tour 2012
Tour Dates
10/3 – Tulsa, OK @ Cain’s Ballroom
10/4 – Dallas, TX @ Granada Theater
10/5 – Fayetteville, AR @ George’s Majestic
10/6 – Philadelphia, PA @ City Bisco
10/7 – Columbia. MO @ The Blue Note
10/10 – Iowa City @ Blue Moose
10/11 – Madison WI @ Majestic Theater
10/12 – Urbana, IL @ Canopy Club
10/13 – Chicago, IL @ House Of Blues
10/18 – Milwaukee, WI @ Turner Hall Ballroom
10/19 – Pontiac, MI @ Crofoot Ballroom
10/20 – Grand Rapids, MI @ The Intersection
10/24 – Baltimore @ 8×10
10/25 – Providence, RI @ The Met
10/26 – North Hamnpton, MA @ Pearl St.
10/27 – Portland, ME @ State Theater
10/31 – Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground
11/1 – Boston, MA @ Royale
11/2 – Syracuse, NY @ Westcott Theater
11/3 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Bowl
11/9 – Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot
10/4 – Dallas, TX @ Granada Theater
10/5 – Fayetteville, AR @ George’s Majestic
10/6 – Philadelphia, PA @ City Bisco
10/7 – Columbia. MO @ The Blue Note
10/10 – Iowa City @ Blue Moose
10/11 – Madison WI @ Majestic Theater
10/12 – Urbana, IL @ Canopy Club
10/13 – Chicago, IL @ House Of Blues
10/18 – Milwaukee, WI @ Turner Hall Ballroom
10/19 – Pontiac, MI @ Crofoot Ballroom
10/20 – Grand Rapids, MI @ The Intersection
10/24 – Baltimore @ 8×10
10/25 – Providence, RI @ The Met
10/26 – North Hamnpton, MA @ Pearl St.
10/27 – Portland, ME @ State Theater
10/31 – Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground
11/1 – Boston, MA @ Royale
11/2 – Syracuse, NY @ Westcott Theater
11/3 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Bowl
11/9 – Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot
Websites & Links: Paper-Diamond.com | Soundcloud
Festivals ~ October 2012
October 11th-13th
Mulberry Mountain in Ozark, Arkansas
Lineup: Hosted by Yonder Mountain String Band • Leftover Salmon • The Jayhawks • Mickey Hart Band • North Mississippi Allstars • Sam Bush • Punch Brothers • Dumpstaphunk • Wookiefoot • Split Lip Rayfield • Cornmeal • Joe Purdy • Elephant Revival • Mishka • Zach Deputy • The Gourds • Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad • Larry Keel & Natural Bridge • Acoustic Syndicate • Delta Rae • Trampled Under Foot • William Elliott Whitmore • Adam Aijala and Larry Keel • Darol Anger’s Republic of Strings • Big Sam’s Funky Nation • Brother Joscephus and the Love Revival Revolution Orchestra • Brown Bird • HoneyHoney • Delhi 2 Dublin • Mountain Sprout • Moonalice • Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real • Pert Near Sandstone • White Ghost Shivers • Rose’s Pawn Shop • Della Mae • Honey Island Swamp Band • Dirtfoot • Cas Haley • Levi Lowrey • Blame Sally • Nathan Moore • Jay Nash • Yarn • Bronze Radio Return • Truckstop Honeymoon • The Hillbenders • The Hogslop String Band • Adam Faucett & the Tall Grass • Lightnin’ Malcolm • Deadman Flats
Links: YonderHarvestFestival.com | Facebook | Twitter
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October 12th-14th
Zilker Park in Austin, Texas
Lineup: Red Hot Chili Peppers • Neil Young and Crazy Horse • The Black Keys • Jack White • Florence + The Machine • The Avett Brothers • Iggy & The Stooges • AVICII • Bassnectar • The Roots • The Shins • Weezer • Gotye • The Civil Wars • M83 • Tegan and Sara • Childish Gambino • Two Door Cinema Club • Thievery Corporation • The Afghan Whigs • Crystal Castles • Andrew Bird • Gary Clark Jr. • Metric • Band of Skulls • Esperanza Spalding • Alabama Shakes • Delta Spirit • M. Ward • Randy Rogers Band • Die Antwoord • Rufus Wainwright • NEEDTOBREATHE • Big Gigantic • Antibalas Afrobeat Orchestra • Steve Earle • The War On Drugs • Umphrey’s McGee • Barrington Levy • Old 97’s • Punch Brothers • Bombay Bicycle Club • A-Trak • Trampled by Turtles • Patterson Hood • Michael Kiwanuka • Big K.R.I.T. • Oberhofer • POLICA • Tennis • Zola Jesus • Stars • Kimbra • Black Lips • Los Campesinos! • Jovanotti • Ben Howard • Ruthie Foster • Freelance Whales • Civil Twilight • The Whigs • Dev • The Lumineers Bad Books • The Devil Makes Three • And More
Links: ACLFestival.com | Facebook | Twitter
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October 18th-21st
Spirit of the Suwannee in Live Oak, FL
Lineup: Bonnie Raitt • Del McCoury Band • Emmylou Harris • JJ Grey & Mofro • Mickey Hart Band • Chris Robinson Brotherhood • Donna The Buffalo • Paul Barrere and Fred Tackett (Of Little Feat) • Jimmy Herring Band • Jim Lauderdale • Anders Osborne • The Lee Boys • New Orleans Suspects • Col. Bruce Hampton • The Mosier Brothers • Tornado Rider • Honey Island Swamp Band • Sloppy Joe • Grandpa’s Cough Medicine • Quartermoon • Cathy Lee • Big Cosmo and Friends • Steve Pruett’s Back From the Brink • Jon Stickley Trio with Lyndsay Pruett • Canary In The Coalmine • Saltwater Grass • Jacksonvegas • Sentropolis • Jason Lama • Oscar Mike • Acoustic Ensemble • Farther Along: The Music & Life of Gram Parsons
Links: MagnoliaFest.com | MusicLivesHere.com
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October 26th & 27th
Multiple Venues in Asheville, NC
Lineup: Announced Mid-July
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October 26th-28th
Voodoo
City Park in New Orleans, LA
Lineup: Green Day • Neil Young & Crazy Horse • Skrillex • Justice • AWOLNATION • Tomahawk • Bootsy Collins • Gary Clark Jr. • K’Naan • Say Anything • Preservation Jazz Hall Band • And More TBA
Links: TheVoodooExperience.com | Facebook | Twitter
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Utopia Fest Announces 2012 Dates and Initial Lineup: Dr. Dog, Toubab Krewe, The Werks & More
From UtopiaFest.com
“Travis Sutherland and Onion Creek Productions are proud to present the 4th annual UTOPiAfest hosted at Four Sisters Ranch in Utopia, TX, September 28-30, 2012. UTOPiAfest will announce the full artist lineup with festival sponsor 360 Vodka on Friday, June 15th. Details of the announcement will be made available via Facebook and Twitter in the days prior to June 15th.
Established in 2009 on his family’s 1,000-acre ranch in Utopia, TX, festival founder Travis Sutherland says, “UTOPiAfest offers a true alternative to the large, multi-stage music festival that often favor quantity over a quality audience experience.”
The festival site, a secluded, natural amphitheatre with breathtaking Hill Country vistas, is near many local attractions including the Frio River, Medina River, Lost Maples, and Garner State Park. In addition to the scenery, UTOPiAfest is striving to provide a quality festival experience by maintaining a list of core values including a capped audience of 1,800 attendees, low ticket prices, BYOB, and a family-friendly atmosphere.
“The capped audience will have plenty of room to dance, camp, and enjoy musicians that regularly play to crowds of 30,000 or more,” Aaron Brown, Director of UTOPiAfest, said.
Other festival activities include: morning yoga, daycare, a disc golf course, displays of fine art and jewelry, and food and craft vendors. Tickets for UTOPiAfest are on sale at utopiafest.com . Prices include tax, fees, parking, and on-site camping. Upgrades with small extra fees are available for Thursday pre-party passes and RV camping passes.”
Websites & Links: UtopiaFest.com | Facebook | Twitter
Music Midtown Announces 2012 Initial Lineup: Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters, Avett Brothers & More
Friday-September 21st, 2012
Foo Fighters • The Avett Brothers • T.I. • Joan Jett and The Blackhearts • Van Hunt • More TBA
Saturday-September 22nd, 2012
Pearl Jam • Ludacris • Florence and The Machine • Girl Talk • Civil Twilight • LP • O’Brother • More TBA
Websites & Links: MusicMidtown.com | Facebook | Twitter
Video: “Comma Later” by Umphrey’s McGee Live at Boulder Theater 9.15.12
Umphrey’s McGee performed at Red Rocks and the Boulder Theater September 14th-15th, 2012. Blu-rays, DVDs & digital downloads are now available now at TourGigs.com.
Umphrey’s McGee Live at Boulder Theater September 14th, 2012
Umphrey’s McGee Live at Boulder Theater September 15th, 2012
