Transcendental Hayride

. . two words that are the driving force behind the band Transcendental Hayride. Hailing from the Haight Ashbury District of San Francisco, these five men are on a mission to rekindle the ferocity and sonic dimensions of a bygone era of music. Mixing everything from traditional country and bluegrass arrangements to heavy bone-crunching riffs and experimental electronica, this band considers themselves to be at their best when on the stage.

Mountain of Venus & Speakeasy

Mountain of Venus creates a refreshing blend of musical styles that quite obviously pay homage to their influences in rock and folk music alike. Shylock and guitarist Jody Cohen sing in beautiful harmonies and contemplative lyrics that may initially challenge the listener with an added layer of thoughts that accompany exceptional musicianship. Mike Pascale and David Gesualdo, lead guitar and bass respectively, seem always poised to take off once the stories are sung, while Eric Barry slaps a deep groove from the drums in the back.

Mountain of Venus & Speakeasy

Mountain Of Venus is a quintet whose sound is at once timeless, yet thoroughly of the moment. Founded in Steamboat Springs, Colorado in the winter of 1999, Mountain Of Venus is a complete musical experience delivering a peerless combination of intelligent, radio-friendly songwriting, sparkling vocal harmonies and mind-boggling instrumental virtuosity that cannot help but capture the hearts, minds and ears of discriminating listeners everywhere. "Speakeasy plays wth the sophicated urban swank of Steely Dan, the unfettered eclecticism of Ween, and the crunchy showmanship of Faith No More...it's a party wherever they play" -Daniel Gold Honest Tune Magazine

360smile

Not your typical alt rock band, Threesixtysmile is a captivating power-rock foursome hailing from Saint Louis, Missouri. Originally founded in 2004, by former members of Mindrive, Josh Herr and Joey Natas, the quartet found completion with the addition of guitarist Jonny Baynes and bassist Jeff Boyer. The bands signature thought provoking lyrics are braced by driving and melodic guitar riffs, causing their sound to be infectious and refreshing. This foursome dances on the lines of gritty thundersome pop with astounding talent and precision. Lyrics about the everyday life mishaps, breakups, and breakthroughs, but intensified and backed by an enhanced soundtrack.

Euforquestra

Euforquestra is an eclectic world-beat ensemble from Iowa City, IA with interests in different cultural and traditional musics from all over the globe. The band has made a mission statement out of preserving different traditions, undescriminatingly trying anything at least once and fusing different styles that appeal to them. The self-proclaimed "Afro-Caribbean-Barnyard-Funk" touches on such genres as Afrobeat, Afro-Cuban, Samba, Soca, Funk, Reggae, and Bluegrass.

Aftergrass

Aftergrass 1. (n.) The grass that grows after the first crop has been mown; aftermath. 2. (n.) Colorado's post-bluegrass, jazz-n-roll explosion.

Shotgun Jesus

We are a psychedelic psuedo-metal freedombilly funk jam band dedicated to the exploration and expansion of consciousness invoked by transendental rythms and melodies. We are on a mission to bring high vibes to as many heads as possible between now and December 21 2012 when we plan to host a massive festival welcoming the new paradigm of higher consciousness predicted in the Mayan Calender.

The Formless

All Songs Are Old Crusty Ones. New Recordings Coming Soon.

The Sweats

The Sweats are a high energy hip-rock funktry band in Durango, CO. They rock your favorite songs and are creating your soon to be favorites. Keep your eye out for shows this Spring and Summer.

The Freeman Social

The Freeman Social are a rock band from southern Colorado. Mike, Kati and Bubba have been playing together and writing songs since the spring of 2005. Many influences form our sound and we absolutely love playing rock n roll. Our first album III is has been out for a bit and a new record is currently in the works. a href="http://www.pimp-my-profile.com/">

Aftergrass

From Durango, Colorado, Aftergrass is a four piece band consisting of Guitar, Drums, Bass, and Extra Guy (Mandolin, Keys, Percussion, Vocals). Put short, this is dance your ass off music. We like to play a variety of musical styles including but not limited to rock, funk, bluegrass, and rockabilly.... Some of us also play in other bands (we're music sluts) eric and kelly play in dialogue, who is also featured here on myspace.

The Toasters

The Toasters are America's longest running Ska band. Formed on the lower east side of Manhattan, NYC in 1981, they have carved out their own niche in history, amassing along the way a humongous catalogue of music, including twelve albums, a score of singles and ep's, and innumerable compilation appearances. The band has logged a staggering 4,000 live concert appearances on stages all around the world. In 1997 Billboard's front page dubbed them "New York's Ska pioneers" as they have skanked where no man has skanked before, infiltrating their trademark sound behind the Iron Curtain and infesting the steamy jungles of Brazil. With their eclectic, instantly recognizable and idiosyncratic sound the group has been branded as "the Miles Davis of Ska" by the California press.

Disco Night, Dance Party!

Local DJ's spin house. tecno. hip hop and tons of Disco, every Thursday night! Ladies drink half price all night. Guys get there early and take advantage of our $1.00 Budweisers, 8-11pm.

Flash Monkey

Durango's funkiest new addition.

Catalyst

Durango's hottest and most popular local band.

RAQ

RAQ's sound is big and smart. They are a band that immerses itself in the power of the musical moment, without drowning in self-indulgence. Although the band fully embraces the spirit of improvisation, its compositions are grounded in solid song structures, which are malleable enough in the live setting to go in infinite directions. This is what keeps the quartet's diehard fans coming back for more. The audience is taken along on the collective journey. The sound is one that garners attention from new audiences, and euphoric release to those that embrace it.

RAQ

RAQ was chosen as the 'New Groove of the Month' by Jambands.com, and nominated for a 'Jammy' Award in the prestigious category of 'Best New Band'. In 2002, during its first headlining National Tour, the band was invited to perform at the High Sierra Music Festival in California, the Berkshire Mountain Music Festival in Massachusetts, moe's annual 'Moe.Down' Festival and Strangefolk's 'Garden of Eden'. In the Summer of 2003 RAQ played to thousands at the 2nd annual Bonnaroo Music Festival, in Manchester, TN and was declared by Relix Magazine as one of the top bands to look out for this summer.

Aftergrass

Aftergrass is a new band with influences stretching from KMFDM all the way to the Grateful Dead. Aftergrass is chamelionic, changing styles on a whim to suit the crowd or their own depraved desires

Motion For Alliance

Halloween! with MFA. Live jungle and progressive electronica outfit Motion For Alliance hosts this years Halloween party at the summit. Don't miss it.

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Global funk

Global Funk Council plays intricate Jazz-influenced Rock & Roll compositions with incendiary moments of improvisation. The GFC maintains a dance-party vibe, yet brings enough heavy music theory mastery to impress the most trained ears.

Global Funk Council

Global Funk Council integrates the driving, improvisational rock of Phish, the organic, incendiary grooves of Medeski, Martin and Wood, the sophisticated, classic jazz/funk of Herbie Hancock and Weather Report, and the intricate, offbeat compositional approaches of the Mahavishnu Orchestra and Frank Zappa in creating a fresh, modern sound of their own.

Flash Monkey

Durango's hottest new addition. Playing Funk, Hip Hop all flavored with heavy hitting jams!

Dem Tangs Reunion

Dem Tangs plays their first show since early last year. A local favorite for more than two years, this show is sure to pack the house and then bring it down!

Punk Night!

Featuring the Dropscotts, Ivy League, and Durango's own Amazing Larry!

Delta Nova

afrosambafunk When funk, samba, afrobeat, jazz and rock merge.

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Chronophonic

Chronophonic has quickly become a leader among Colorado’s original music scene. A four piece rhythm section complimented by four horns and two vocalists, the group has the ability to morph elements of jazz, funk, and hip hop into a distinct sonic creation.

Green Lemon

Green Lemon found its origins in the Oklahoma City area in 1999. Under the name ‘Grass’ they began playing at private parties and graduation parties. In the year 2000 Green Lemon hosted an open air concert on 400 acres of private land located in Arcadia, Oklahoma called “The Get Down”. 1200 people attended their event. After building a dedicated local fan base, Green Lemon began to branch away from their hometown of Edmond, Oklahoma and began booking gigs in Oklahoma City and surrounding cities. Playing small clubs, bars and ballrooms they expanded their following filling venues 400+ with a welcome invitation to perform again from venue owners

Aftergrass

Aftergrass is a new band with influences stretching from KMFDM all the way to the Grateful Dead. Aftergrass is chamelionic, changing styles on a whim to suit the crowd or their own depraved desires.

Jerry Joseph and the JACKMORMONS

The long awaited double-live album from Jerry Joseph and the Jackmormons, Mouthful of Copper, will be released September 23rd on Terminus Records. Mouthful of Copper captures the magic and power of the band's legendary live shows. The Portland, Oregon based trio consisting of Jerry Joseph on guitar and lead vocals, Junior Ruppel on bass and Brad Rosen on drums recorded Mouthful of Copper in Butte, Montana over three nights in August 2002. No guests, no fancy stage props, no frills-what you get is an honest and visionary rock band captured in their prime delivering classic performances to a fortunate audience in the Badlands of Montana.

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Moses Guest

Started in 1995, and named after founder Graham Guest's fifth generation grandfather, Moses Guest, is a Texas-based, Southern Rock band that has just enough Pop, Jazz, Funk, and Country in its veins to appeal to audiences of all ages and origins. The current lineup formed in 1998, was voted "Best Rock/Pop Band" in the 2001 Houston Press Music Awards, and have won numerous Battle of the Bands contests. Most recently, at the 2003 HPMA, Moses Guest was nominated in three categories, "Best Guitarist", "Best Keyboardist", and "Best CD"!

Broke Mountain Bluegrass Band

THE BROKE MOUNTAIN BLUEGRASS BAND (winner of the 2003 Rockygrass Band Contest) plays hard driving, high-energy bluegrass music. With one foot firmly rooted in the traditions and structures of bluegrass and the other foot pressed firmly on the gas pedal, this exciting new band brings a young energy to our country’s oldest music.

Element37

The groove-rock trio Element37 hits raw and hot, molding music for moderns and traditionalists alike. Blending lush vocals and powerful instrumentals, E37's song-oriented grooves have the energy that dancing audiences crave and a level of chops that merits praise. A number of internationally renowned musicians, including members of String Cheese Incident and The Funky Meters, praised Element37 during a seven-month residency at the Player's Club in Boulder, Colorado's "The Hill" neighborhood. In 2004, the band is touring the western mountain states and recording a debut album. Join the mailing list for updates on shows and CD releases.

Aftergrass

Aftergrass is a new band with influences stretching from Madonna all the way to the national Accordian championships. Aftergrass is chamelionic, changing styles on a whim to suit the crowd or their own depraved desires. You can see if we're jamming in the jam room in the canyon by checking our webcam.

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The Masters of Zang Fu

The MASTERS OF ZANG FU is comprised of all Boulder based musicians that join together to form an all-star funk jam. They have performed at local venues which include The Redfish New Orleans Brewhouse, The Mountain Sun as well as Dulcinea's. The band draws from Funk standards as well as composing spontaneous grooves allowing them to move freely between songs.

The Toasters

The Toasters are America's longest running Ska band. Formed on the lower east side of Manhattan, NYC in 1981, they have carved out their own niche in history, amassing along the way a humongous catalogue of music, including twelve albums, a score of singles and ep's, and innumerable compilation appearances. The band has logged a staggering 4,000 live concert appearances on stages all around the world. In 1997 Billboard's front page dubbed them "New York's Ska pioneers" as they have skanked where no man has skanked before, infiltrating their trademark sound behind the Iron Curtain and infesting the steamy jungles of Brazil. With their eclectic, instantly recognizable and idiosyncratic sound the group has been branded as "the Miles Davis of Ska" by the California press.

Global Funk

Global Funk Council integrates the driving, improvisational rock of Phish, the organic, incendiary grooves of Medeski, Martin and Wood, the sophisticated, classic jazz/funk of Herbie Hancock and Weather Report, and the intricate, offbeat compositional approaches of the Mahavishnu Orchestra and Frank Zappa in creating a fresh, modern sound of their own.

Dialogue

When we started this band we had little expectations aside from maybe pulling off our first show. We are now well over 1 year old and are going stronger than ever. We would just like to thank everyone for your continued support and inspiration. You all are the shit... and have a very special place in our hearts as well as our swollen livers. peace, Dialogue

Global funk

Global Funk Council integrates the driving, improvisational rock of Phish, the organic, incendiary grooves of Medeski, Martin and Wood, the sophisticated, classic jazz/funk of Herbie Hancock and Weather Report, and the intricate, offbeat compositional approaches of the Mahavishnu Orchestra and Frank Zappa in creating a fresh, modern sound of their own.

Dialogue

Dialogue, mainly a hip-hop band, gathers its sound from all types of music, Snyder said. He added that their collective sound mixes the genres of hip-hop, punk and even has metal influence. Dialogue has been together for five months and has played at The Summit, Steamworks and on campus. “We’re working on our live sound right now,” said sophomore Joe Burrell, the drummer for the band. “Dialogue is different, because we are socially conscious and that is spread through our music,” said senior bass player Tim Weiland, known as just T. “We make sure people get something out of it; our music has a message.”

Flash monkey

I’d say we try to hit off every different thing possible. A lot of funk and jazz incorporated as far as the sound and the texture. Basically we’re just trying to rock every house we come to.

RAQ

RAQ's sound is big and smart. They are a band that immerses itself in the power of the musical moment, without drowning in self-indulgence. Although the band fully embraces the spirit of improvisation, its compositions are grounded in solid song structures, which are malleable enough in the live setting to go in infinite directions. This is what keeps the quartet's diehard fans coming back for more. The audience is taken along on the collective journey. The sound is one that garners attention from new audiences, and euphoric release to those that embrace it.

WARSAW

With over 10 years of touring and performing experience (300 shows a year), Warsaw Poland Bros. has an extensive history documented by an arsenal of recording material. The influences range from Celtic to Dancehall with everything in between. In their tenure, Warsaw Poland Bros. has shared the stage with countless international and national acts and they have headlined numerous tours on their own. Their relentless touring has earned them a spot in the top 10 touring bands on jambase.com and has gained them national and international notoriety as lifelong road dogs. With tours that span from Hawaii to Canada, Warsaw spreads it around everywhere and if it's not in your hometown.... it's a short drive away. With their latest release, "Pimpin on Crutches", Warsaw Poland Bros. have once again transformed their sound and completed an incredible studio album.

Chronophonic

Chronophonic has quickly become a leader among Colorado’s original music scene. A four piece rhythm section complimented by four horns and two vocalists, the group has the ability to morph elements of jazz, funk, and hip hop into a distinct sonic creation.

Hot Buttered Rum String band

The Hot Buttered Rum String Band nods to the past and sits squarely in the present. The music appeals to traditional bluegrass aficionados as well as the most discerning folk audiences and dance-hungery jam-band fans. HBRSB thrives in both quiet concert settings and wild dance halls. A truely multi-generational audience is growing around this group of musicians who deliver a fresh sound grounded in tradition.

Aftergrass

Aftergrass 1. (n.) The grass that grows after the first crop has been mown; aftermath. 2. (n.) Colorado's post-bluegrass, jazz-n-roll explosion.

Airborne

Signal Path

signal path is a product of musical evolution. by deeply rooting their sound in the history and culture that has brought musical expression thus far, Signal Path is able to move ahead into the future, charting new musical territory, while bringing the knowledge of their Predecessors along the way. By incorporating artists from greatly diverse backgrounds, signal path engineers a high quality product which is fresh and new in its syle. Signal path engulfs its sound in drum n' bass, house, down-tempo, and rare groove while keeping its traditional roots in jazz, funk, and natural rhythm.

Motion For Alliance

Seeing a world that screams for change, MFA has spent the last two years honing its craft to bring technology, art and democratic musicianship to the stage with a sound that is original, honest, and solidly Live Drum & Bass. Within the confines of this electronica sub-genre, MFA has forged the means to express and create countless improvisations by relying on each other's musicianship, soul and understanding of the music itself. Though their equipment is enough to outweigh the human mass of the band, MFA places a special emphasis on using machines for spontaneous creativity - creating live loops, samples and altering their own songs.

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Dialogue

Durango's Funk and Hip Hop Flavor

Chronophonic

Chronophonic has quickly become a leader among Colorado’s original music scene. A four piece rhythm section complimented by four horns and two vocalists, the group has the ability to morph elements of jazz, funk, and hip hop into a distinct sonic creation.

Jeff Strahan band

One of the hottest traveling trios around. This band Rocks the Blues and Country in a unique southern fashion but remains true to the music. You'll hear overtones of Gov't Mule, Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker, etc. because all these artists have a place in the heart of Jeff and his band. You may also notice a little Phish, Wide Spread Panic, and String Cheese in some of the live jams. Songs are rarely played the same way twice by this band, they just follow the crowd energy wherever it takes them!

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Durango's Hottest local act.

Flash Monkey

I’d say we try to hit off every different thing possible. A lot of funk and jazz incorporated as far as the sound and the texture. Basically we’re just trying to rock every house we come to.

Broke Mt. Bluegrass Band

Durango's answer to local Bluegrass

Satyrica

Durango's answer to Heavy Metal. CD Release party!

Brotherhood of Groove

Special Tour featuring Sam Kininger of Soulive! The Brotherhood of Groove is a high-energy band that has taken hold of the New Orleans Funk sound and brought it to new levels of complexity and creativity. The BOG's music fuses the influence and elements of old school funk, modern and traditional jazz, reggae, rock, with soulful New Orleans brass band vocals creating a style all their own. In their three years performing, the BOG has developed a serious repertoire and a dedicated national fan base. Their album, Pocket Full of Funk , the extensive list of master musicians who have played with the Brotherhood, as well as extensive coast-to-coast touring have all contributed to their well-deserved success.

Airborne

St. Patricks Day Bash! Green Beer Specials, green shot specials, and all the funky covers and originals from Airborne. Look for The Summit's float in Durango's 3rd annual St. Patricks day Parade. Who knows what kind of specials may fall off that float!?!

Trancendental Hayride

. . . two words that are the driving force behind the band Transcendental Hayride. Hailing from the Haight Ashbury District of San Francisco, these five men are on a mission to rekindle the ferocity and sonic dimensions of a bygone era of music. Mixing everything from traditional country and bluegrass arrangements to heavy bone-crunching riffs and experimental electronica, this band considers themselves to be at their best when on the stage.

Global Funk

Global Funk Council integrates the driving, improvisational rock of Phish, the organic, incendiary grooves of Medeski, Martin and Wood, the sophisticated, classic jazz/funk of Herbie Hancock and Weather Report, and the intricate, offbeat compositional approaches of the Mahavishnu Orchestra and Frank Zappa in creating a fresh, modern sound of their own.

Global Funk

Global Funk Council integrates the driving, improvisational rock of Phish, the organic, incendiary grooves of Medeski, Martin and Wood, the sophisticated, classic jazz/funk of Herbie Hancock and Weather Report, and the intricate, offbeat compositional approaches of the Mahavishnu Orchestra and Frank Zappa in creating a fresh, modern sound of their own.

Tourtured Soul & DJ Harry

Tortured Soul is music that will move you. It's a new concept in the world of house music: it's live. The instrumentation is simple and organic ­ drums, electric bass, vintage keys, and soulful vocals. Tortured Soul filters club sounds like Afro Beat and Samba through a lens of jazzy House and American Soul to reflect intense grooves evocative of Jamiroquai, Stevie Wonder, the New Deal, and Fela Kuti.

Amazing Larry

A full night of Punk and Progressive Rock. Featuring Durango's own Amazing Larry, the Dropscots and starts tomarrow. $5.00

Fresh Ground

Improvisational Rock and Blues

Element37

A number of internationally renowned musicians, including members of the String Cheese Incident and the Lynton Kwesi Band, praised Element37 during a seven-month residency at the Player's Club in Boulder, Colorado's Hill neighborhood. The music of Element37 hits raw, refined, cool and hot, molding music for moderns and traditionalists. Performances have the energy dancing audiences crave and a level of chops that merits praise. Fans call it funkfolktrancejazz.

Chronophonic

"A more subtle, smooth approach than a lot of bands that are over crowding this funk, hip hop, jazz genre" - Eric Pirritt, Talent buyer, Fox Theatre, Boulder, CO

Chronophonic

"A more subtle, smooth approach than a lot of bands that are over crowding this funk, hip hop, jazz genre" - Eric Pirritt, Talent buyer, Fox Theatre, Boulder, CO

Chronophonic

"A more subtle, smooth approach than a lot of bands that are over crowding this funk, hip hop, jazz genre" - Eric Pirritt, Talent buyer, Fox Theatre, Boulder, CO

Motion For Alliance

Seeing a world that screams for change, MFA has spent the last two years honing its craft to bring technology, art and democratic musicianship to the stage with a sound that is original, honest, and solidly Live Drum & Bass. Within the confines of this electronica sub-genre, MFA has forged the means to express and create countless improvisations by relying on each other's musicianship, soul and understanding of the music itself. Though their equipment is enough to outweigh the human mass of the band, MFA places a special emphasis on using machines for spontaneous creativity - creating live loops, samples and altering their own songs.

Warsaw

With over 10 years of touring and performing experience (300 shows a year), Warsaw Poland Bros. has an extensive history documented by an arsenal of recording material. The influences range from Celtic to Dancehall with everything in between. In their tenure, Warsaw Poland Bros. has shared the stage with countless international and national acts and they have headlined numerous tours on their own. Their relentless touring has earned them a spot in the top 10 touring bands on jambase.com and has gained them national and international notoriety as lifelong road dogs. With tours that span from Hawaii to Canada, Warsaw spreads it around everywhere and if it's not in your hometown.... it's a short drive away. With their latest release, "Pimpin on Crutches", Warsaw Poland Bros. have once again transformed their sound and completed an incredible studio album.

Jazz Program Benefit

Featuring The Frank Trio and Mr. Molotov. Door proceeds go to the Fort Lewis College Jazz program

PLUMP

Relix calls Plump a "Band on the Rise" in the July Issue!!! "funk-jazz-groove-jam-hip-hop-reggae sound".

Possum Logic

The name "Possum Logic" is new, but the band itself isn't: The act previously turned heads as Acoustic Semi in stages all over the Rockies. Its players are even older than the lineup, as the seasoned vets bring nearly 30 years' performance experience to the stage.

Fret Knot

The group plays a mix of old and new bluegrass covers as well as tasteful originals with a bluegrass flare with sets suited for all occasions and budgets, specializing in weddings and festivals, and providing music as a duo to a six piece band. Fret Knot was well received at the Durango Meltdown, 1999, the Capitol Hill People's Fair, '99, '98, '97, and is often heard around Winter Park.

Listen

Listen is more than a band; it is an evolving musical project. Comprised of four unique individuals, Listen is a combination of diverse styles, visions and talents. By extracting elements from hiphop, dub, drum and bass, indie-rock, funk, electronica, and much more, they distort musical boundaries while developing a truly original style.

Grasshopper Takeover

Electrifying Rock with special guests, Amazing Larry

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Sandpaper Love

Hailing from Flagstaff Arizona, this 7 member band has continued to evolve musically since 1994. "Take reggae, then increase tempo and add horns to create ska, then remove the horns and distort the guitar sounds for some punk influence, and, to top off the mixture, slow down the punk for some hard-driving rock. To add flavor, pepper with some fast-pick reverb surf, and salt with some subterranean dark-bar jazz."

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Nosotros

The sound of Nosotros is original. With the flowing sound of flamenco guitars, the drive of Latin percussion, and exotic sound of Spanish lyric, the sound is truly theirs. Nosotros plays to a large fan-base throughout the southwest area, performing for various music festivals, nightclubs, private bookings, and television\radio programs. They have shared the stage with a variety of world-renowned artists such as Etta James, Lisa Loeb, Dave Mason, and the Gipsy Kings.

Nosotros

The sound of Nosotros is original. With the flowing sound of flamenco guitars, the drive of Latin percussion, and exotic sound of Spanish lyric, the sound is truly theirs. Nosotros plays to a large fan-base throughout the southwest area, performing for various music festivals, nightclubs, private bookings, and television\radio programs. They have shared the stage with a variety of world-renowned artists such as Etta James, Lisa Loeb, Dave Mason, and the Gipsy Kings.

PHIX

It all boils down to this: PHISH has given us, and continues to give us, some of the most powerful and creative music that our generation has seen. PHIX is made up of four musicians in Colorado who have been profoundly inspired by their music, not only as musicians, but as human beings. Rather than trying to imitate the original (as is typically the case with tribute bands), Phix attempts, in our own humble way, to recreate the special energy and spontaneity of a live Phish concert.

Seth Yacovone Band

·SYB has opened for an incredibly diverse group of National Acts, including: Ray Charles, BB King, moe., The Wailers, Derek Trucks Band, Little Feat, Noel Redding and John Entwistle Band. ·SYB went international in 2001 when Italian music magazine, "Buscadero" discovered the band and got together with "Only a Hobo Productions" to bring SYB overseas for 2 month-long tours of Italy and Switzerland. ·SYB was originally a 5 piece called "Seth Yacovone Blues Band". The band dropped the "blues" from the name in 2000, shortly after slimming down to the current trio configuration (scroll down to meet the band members). ·SYB has played over 900 shows in 8 years. ·Seth made headlines in 1998 when fellow Vermonters "Phish" invited him on stage for 2 songs at the Worcester Centrum in MA. They jammed "All the Pain through the Years", a Seth original, and the classic "Derek and the Dominoes" tune, "Layla" to end the first set. ·SYB has released 5 albums to date. The latest, "In a Moment", and all the others can be had at www.homegrownmusic.net. Also, the band has tons of free music available for download on our audio page.

Fresh Ground

Local Funk Rock

Aftergrass

Aftergrass 1. (n.) The grass that grows after the first crop has been mown; aftermath. 2. (n.) Aural pleasurings to satiate desires both sensual and wrong. 3. NOT bluegrass

Nosotros

The sound of Nosotros is original. With the flowing sound of flamenco guitars, the drive of Latin percussion, and exotic sound of Spanish lyric, the sound is truly theirs. Nosotros plays to a large fan-base throughout the southwest area, performing for various music festivals, nightclubs, private bookings, and television\radio programs. They have shared the stage with a variety of world-renowned artists such as Etta James, Lisa Loeb, Dave Mason, and the Gipsy Kings.

Brotherhood of Groove

The Brotherhood of Groove is a high-energy band that has taken hold of the New Orleans Funk sound and brought it to new levels of complexity and creativity. The BOG's music fuses the influence and elements of old school funk, modern and traditional jazz, reggae, rock, with soulful New Orleans brass band vocals creating a style all their own. In their three years performing, the BOG has developed a serious repertoire and a dedicated national fan base. Their album, Pocket Full of Funk , the extensive list of master musicians who have played with the Brotherhood, as well as extensive coast-to-coast touring have all contributed to their well-deserved success.

Mama's Cookin'

Mama’s Cookin’ should be seen and not explained. “They have renewed and brought forth a refreshing taste of what has drawn people to music since the beginning of time. All you need is a pair of ears and some dancing shoes to bare witness to the start of a new revolution of old school funk and blues. This is the genuine thing. The members of Mama's Cookin' are gifted musicians who cultivate an animated atmosphere, leaving in their wake an exodus of fans who want them to encore all night long.” --jambase.com

Element37

The groove-rock trio Element37 hits raw and hot, molding music for moderns and traditionalists alike. Blending lush vocals and powerful instrumentals, E37's song-oriented grooves have the energy that dancing audiences crave and a level of chops that merits praise. A number of internationally renowned musicians, including members of String Cheese Incident and The Funky Meters, praised Element37 during a seven-month residency at the Player's Club in Boulder, Colorado's "The Hill" neighborhood. In 2004, the band is touring the western mountain states and recording a debut album. Join the mailing list for updates on shows and CD releases. Guitarist/Vocalist Derek Van Scoten (also of Cabaret Diosa) has performed in dozens of musical settings and has shared the stage with members of Yonder Mountain String Band, Leftover Salmon, Maktub, and The Motet. Bassist Jim Ruberto's groove is dialed in from Brazilian, rock and world-beat projects. Drummer Will Gaw has performed with world renowned pianist and composer Bill Douglas, as well as members of Runaway Truck Ramp and Zilla.

Broke Mt. Bluegrass Band

Lawn Chair Kings w/ Soda Jerks & Pinhead

hree local Durango bands rock the Summit for the 4th of July celebration

Frank Trio

Durango's own, bending a sonic landscape. SUPAJAZZ ELECTRONIC FUNK

Chronophonic

"A more subtle, smooth approach than a lot of bands that are over crowding this funk, hip hop, jazz genre" - Eric Pirritt, Talent buyer, Fox Theatre, Boulder, CO Featuring a four piece horn section led by Downbeat Magazine's 2002 winner of outstanding performance by a jazz instrumental soloist, Chronophonic has quickly become a leader among Colorado's original music scene.

Chronophonic

Featuring a four piece horn section led by Downbeat Magazine's 2002 winner of outstanding performance by a jazz instrumental soloist, Chronophonic has quickly become a leader among Colorado's original music scene. Performing along the front-range, the band has set an active touring schedule of over 75 gigs a year.

Kynda

It all started with Sunday nights at Reilly's Lantern Pub, here in Orlando, Florida. The name of the project was "4:20." Sole purpose: to fill the empty nights with music, and provide a place for like minded people to gather without having to pay a cover charge! It started with three players. Lots of Grateful Dead. Lots of Dylan! Tiny crowds. Before we knew it, the Dead tunes began to segue into Phish tunes. Players replaced players. More players were added. The level of playing rose. Attendance rose. The Phish tunes began to segue into original tunes. The pub gigs grew into a scene, and spread to larger CLUB gigs, which in turn has lead to the slow leak of our brand of "jam" out of Orlando and in to other cities. If you've ever enjoyed a Grateful Dead or Phish show, or any band that refuses to play the same set list twice, AND you like to get up out of your seat and stir up some energy through dance, then you'll love an evening with Kynda.

Honey Tongue

“Seattle’s Goodness set a high standard for straight-up rock & roll bands fronted by explosively smart ‘n’ sassy women--now the same burg has produced Honey Tongue, full of their own special goodness. With her starlet looks and paint-peeling pipes, singer Jen Ayers puts “women in rock” like Shakira and Avril to shame…” – Salt Lake City’s City Weekly.

Warsaw

The Celtic/Reggae/Punk crossover band, Warsaw Poland Bros, formed at a college in Flagstaff, Arizona, USA, in 1990. Before creating their own record label, Invisible Mass Records, they recorded three independent albums. Named after the capitol of Poland, Warsaw Poland Bros is a brotherhood comprised of Chris Poland (b. 11 April 1970, Downey, California, USA; vocals, guitar, drums, saxophone), Aaron Poland (b. 9 June 1974, Maxwell, USA; vocals, guitar, drums, trombone), and Jay Kalk (b. 11 January 1975, New Ulm, Minnesota, USA; bass, vocals). With Sugar Ray a popularized cross-genre rock hybrid created in the mainstream, Warsaw Poland Bros seemed to be a ripe commercial prospect and were picked up by Carolyn Records. Fortunately, Battleska Galactica provided them with a small commercial reward. At the same time, they concentrated on their live work, opening for such diverse bands such as No Doubt and Blink-182, and have built a loyal fan base. Their fortunes were transformed when "Stoney Boady" was featured on MTV's Road Rules. The single was housed on the band's fourth album, "Pimpin' on Crutches", which went on to sell 10,000 copies. The following album, "Dub Confrontation" continues to showcase the diverse talent within the band and was appreciated by all the loyal fans.

Michael Glabicki of Rusted Root with Shaking Tree

GLABICKI is hitting colleges, theatres and clubs with a set list mixing Rusted Root favorites and previously unreleased solo material including "Stereo Rodeo," "Animals Love Touch," "The Axe," "Mr. Smarty Pants" and "Crucible Glow." The entire tour will be recorded for an upcoming live acoustic CD and GLABICKI will also return to the studio later this year to record a solo CD.

Tishamingo

Ah, yes, the scene in “O Brother, Where Art Thou?”: the three main characters stop at a crossroads in rural Mississippi where they see a black man standing with a guitar. The man asks if they’re headed to Tishomingo, a place where he heard people can get paid for singing into a can. They pick him up, and they all go to a radio station in Tishomingo. There, under the moniker The Soggy Bottom Boys, they record a song that becomes a huge hit. In Tishomingo, four drifters became a band. As it turns out, four guys who now call Athens, GA, home, thought the name fitting for their own band. They altered the spelling a little bit and Tishamingo was born. Maybe they aren’t exactly drifters – more like long-time friends originally from Tallahassee, FL – but their brand of blues-based rock ‘n’ roll calls to mind a Southern flavor and boasts soulful singing, honest lyrics, and two-guitar interplay reminiscent of the bands that have inspired them. Take the rock, blues, and the soul music of the late ‘60s and ‘70s, mix in a healthy dose of childhoods spent in the swampy wetlands of northern Florida, and you have a concoction that pleases the ears.

Aftregrass

Friday September 10th: This should be an excellent night. We'll be webcasting the event live on aftergrass.com for all you folks who are sitting at your computer friday night instead of out shaking yo bootay. Just come here and follow the links. There's going to be some sort of drink special for back to school, so bring you livers!

Simplicity

They focus on original and interesting song writing in an amazing array of styles encompassing everything from rock to jazz. But Simplicity's instrumental chops and improvisational skills don't take a back seat to anyone. Working as a unit through collective improvisation, they always keep their audience and themselves guessing at the edge of their seats. Since their formation in 2000, Simplicity have accomplished many things. They have amassed an impressive local following by virtue of playing almost every major venue in Detroit and it's surrounding suburbs. In 2002, Simplicity were honored with 3 Detroit Music Awards nominations: Best Songwriter, Best Instrumentalist, and Best Live Act. In the summer of 2002, Simplicity co-hosted and headlined the Michigan Shoreline Music Festival at Val-Du-Lakes Amphitheater on the coast of Lake Michigan. They have been invited to play Detroit's annual Conert of Colors music diversity festival for two years running. April of 2003 brought the release of Simplicity's self-titled debut album. The album showcases the band's diverse and eclectic compositions as well as it's amazing ensemble improvisation. This up and coming group is definitely not to be missed.

Little Hercules

Sonic Crusaders on the Frontier of Timeless, hard Driving Funk!

Dialogue

Local Funk and Hip Hop

Satyrica

Satyrica is the brain child of singer/guitarist/songwriter Russell Hallock. Together with bass player Jim Belcher and drummer Aaron Lombardo, they have combined the musical elements of metal and progressive rock, making it much more expressive than the average metal band. The lyrics are inspired by spiritual study and an understanding of the deeper currents of the human psyche. "I like it that you can feel the heaviness of the music in the album but it also tells an epic story", Russell said. "It's from the the point of view that people have moved on from all the old ideologies that our society has so long been based on, and also expressing a new level of awareness that basically says alot of what has been rammed down our throats by the media and the church is all bulls#*t. I'm proud of the diversity in all the subject matter, as well as the music. I have to admit these musicians are great on the album. We all had so much to offer and it really comes out." When asked what music inspires him the most he says, "I love all kinds of music but Rush and Led Zeppelin were initially my biggest inspirations. What they did musically creates so much visually. As far as newer bands go I like Tool, Godsmack and In Flames. I think what we're doing and what they have done are simialar, with that classical Yngwie influence. I like drawing from what has been done and puting my own twist on it." Satyrica are already writing material for their next album which will be entitled "Ritual Eclipse" and have plans for a small tour soon to promote "Memories of the Future". If you are interested in booking them for a show, contact their web site.

Nucleus

Nucleus is a constantly evolving musical unit founded in 1999 in Arcata, California. After honing their chops and determination in the isolated tranquility of Humboldt County, the band has been touring the country ever since. It's a Rock'n'Roll trip, with excursions into club, dub, world rhythms, jazz and blues, and all steeped in improvisation. Driving ambition and attention to detail enable the band to navigate a wide range of musical frontiers, creating a sound that is at once diverse and focused. Nucleus released its first, self-titled CD in 2001 and “Live from the Center” on the Live Discs Label in 2002. Currently the band is self-releasing live shows and has plans to complete a new studio album in 2004. Members of the Homegrown Music Network since 2001, Nucleus has also been featured in Relix magazine and has been garnering recognition from all corners of America.

Chronophonic

Featuring a four piece horn section led by Downbeat Magazine's 2002 winner of outstanding performance by a jazz instrumental soloist, Chronophonic has quickly become a leader among Colorado's original music scene. Performing along the front-range, the band has set an active touring schedule of over 75 gigs a year. A more subtle, smooth approach than a lot of bands that are over crowding this funk, hip hop, jazz genre" - Eric Pirritt, Talent buyer, Fox Theatre, Boulder, CO

Chronophonic

"A more subtle, smooth approach than a lot of bands that are over crowding this funk, hip hop, jazz genre" - Eric Pirritt, Talent buyer, Fox Theatre, Boulder, CO Featuring a four piece horn section led by Downbeat Magazine's 2002 winner of outstanding performance by a jazz instrumental soloist, Chronophonic has quickly become a leader among Colorado's original music scene. Performing along the front-range, the band has set an active touring schedule of over 75 gigs a year.

MUNSON

Durango's newest addition

OCTOBERFEST with Motion For Alliance

Seeing a world that screams for change, MFA has spent the last two years honing its craft to bring technology, art and democratic musicianship to the stage with a sound that is original, honest, and solidly Live Drum & Bass. Within the confines of this electronica sub-genre, MFA has forged the means to express and create countless improvisations by relying on each other's musicianship, soul and understanding of the music itself. Though their equipment is enough to outweigh the human mass of the band, MFA places a special emphasis on using machines for spontaneous creativity - creating live loops, samples and altering their own songs.

Signal Path

signal path is a product of musical evolution. by deeply rooting their sound in the history and culture that has brought musical expression thus far, Signal Path is able to move ahead into the future, charting new musical territory, while bringing the knowledge of their Predecessors along the way. By incorporating artists from greatly diverse backgrounds, signal path engineers a high quality product which is fresh and new in its syle. Signal path engulfs its sound in drum n' bass, house, down-tempo, and rare groove while keeping its traditional roots in jazz, funk, and natural rhythm.

Airborne

Local Favorites exploring new original music while covering classics with style.

The Toasters

New York’s finest THE TOASTERS are getting set to unleash another year’s worth of mayhem as they prepare for a 50 city swing through the USA and CANADA for this autumn’s SKA BRAWL tour. Taking in extra dates in Western Canada the tour kicks off on the East Coast on September 7th and swings out to California at the beginning of October. The band will be making a guest appearance at Chris Murray’s Bluebeat lounge in LA before heading back East to finish out this leg in late October. The Three Floors Of Ska show at the Knitting factory in NYC will be on September 10th and this one will be a doozy!!

Josh Martinez

Martinez has built a solid reputation around the world for his engaging wordplay, butter melodies and high-energy live performances. His live show has captivated audiences and spread his reputation as one of the best live performers out there. Over the last three years, Josh has performed in every major city in North America, several times over. Having twice headlined the huge music festival at South by Southwest in Austin, Texas, showcasing at this year's NewMusicWest in Vancouver and dropping heat for thousands of screaming lunatics on the 2002 Vans Warped Tour, Josh has performed for them all, delivering the same high-energy lunacy each and every time he hits the stage.

Motion For Alliance

Halloween weekend Bash. Two Nights of MFA.

Motion for Alliance

Hallloween weekend Bash! two nights of MFA.

Freewill Recovery

Halloween Bash. This one goes til' 3AM!

Seth Yacavone

SYB has opened for an incredibly diverse group of National Acts, including: Ray Charles, BB King, moe., The Wailers, Derek Trucks Band, Little Feat, Noel Redding and John Entwistle Band. ·SYB went international in 2001 when Italian music magazine, "Buscadero" discovered the band and got together with "Only a Hobo Productions" to bring SYB overseas for 2 month-long tours of Italy and Switzerland. ·SYB was originally a 5 piece called "Seth Yacovone Blues Band". The band dropped the "blues" from the name in 2000, shortly after slimming down to the current trio configuration (scroll down to meet the band members). ·SYB has played over 900 shows in 8 years. ·Seth made headlines in 1998 when fellow Vermonters "Phish" invited him on stage for 2 songs at the Worcester Centrum in MA. They jammed "All the Pain through the Years", a Seth original, and the classic "Derek and the Dominoes" tune, "Layla" to end the first set. ·SYB has released 5 albums to date. The latest, "In a Moment", and all the others can be had at www.homegrownmusic.net. Also, the band has tons of free music available for download on our audio page.

Seth Yacavone Band

SYB has opened for an incredibly diverse group of National Acts, including: Ray Charles, BB King, moe., The Wailers, Derek Trucks Band, Little Feat, Noel Redding and John Entwistle Band. ·SYB went international in 2001 when Italian music magazine, "Buscadero" discovered the band and got together with "Only a Hobo Productions" to bring SYB overseas for 2 month-long tours of Italy and Switzerland. ·SYB was originally a 5 piece called "Seth Yacovone Blues Band". The band dropped the "blues" from the name in 2000, shortly after slimming down to the current trio configuration (scroll down to meet the band members). ·SYB has played over 900 shows in 8 years. ·Seth made headlines in 1998 when fellow Vermonters "Phish" invited him on stage for 2 songs at the Worcester Centrum in MA. They jammed "All the Pain through the Years", a Seth original, and the classic "Derek and the Dominoes" tune, "Layla" to end the first set. ·SYB has released 5 albums to date. The latest, "In a Moment", and all the others can be had at www.homegrownmusic.net. Also, the band has tons of free music available for download on our audio page.

Shotgun Jesus

We are a psychedelic psuedo-metal freedombilly funk jam band dedicated to the exploration and expansion of consciousness invoked by transendental rythms and melodies. We are on a mission to bring high vibes to as many heads as possible between now and December 21 2012 when we plan to host a massive festival welcoming the new paradigm of higher consciousness predicted in the Mayan Calender

WARSAW

The Warsaw Unit is hard at work on the road as usual and somehow they found time to compile and master a new live album that spans the history of the band's existence. The long awaited album is official in production and we will release it to the masses as soon as it is done. Top Promoting Street Team members will receive a free copy of this album before it is released to the public. Click here to find out more. If you have been at any of the recent Warsaw pol,and Bro's. Shows, you may have noticed the sick new addition to Warsaw and Invisible Mass, M. C. Vil We want to welcome him aboard and look out for his new album dropping on Invisible Mass Records coming soon. This Album was produced by the Poland Brothers and for sure will be banging.

Ground Zero Movement w/Dialogue

Aftergrass

Aftergrass 1. (n.) The grass that grows after the first crop has been mown; aftermath. 2. (n.) Aural pleasurings to satiate desires both sensual and wrong. 3. NOT bluegrass

Frank Trio

Kick off the New Year with the "Frank Trio" and special guests!

Cosmic Accident

Aftergrass

Aftergrass 1. (n.) The grass that grows after the first crop has been mown; aftermath. 2. (n.) Aural pleasurings to satiate desires both sensual and wrong. 3. NOT bluegrass

Freewill Recovery

Freewill Recovery

Carlos Washington

~ New Century Soul Collective ~ “Carlos Washington is an exciting trumpet player who is leading a new soul movement through the vehicle of his band Giant People. Carlos has played with some of the most legendary musicians in the business. Giant People blends jazz, funk, hip-hop and world music to create a cutting-edge sound.”

Aftergrass

Aftergrass 1. (n.) The grass that grows after the first crop has been mown; aftermath. 2. (n.) Aural pleasurings to satiate desires both sensual and wrong. 3. NOT bluegrass

Dialogue

When we started this band we had little expectations aside from maybe pulling off our first show. We are now well over 1 year old and are going stronger than ever. We would just like to thank everyone for your continued support and inspiration. You all are the shit... and have a very special place in our hearts as well as our swollen livers. peace, Dialogue

Warsaw

With over 10 years of touring and performing experience (300 shows a year), Warsaw Poland Bros. has an extensive history documented by an arsenal of recording material. The influences range from Celtic to Dancehall with everything in between. In their tenure, Warsaw Poland Bros. has shared the stage with countless international and national acts and they have headlined numerous tours on their own. Their relentless touring has earned them a spot in the top 10 touring bands on jambase.com and has gained them national and international notoriety as lifelong road dogs. With tours that span from Hawaii to Canada, Warsaw spreads it around everywhere and if it's not in your hometown.... it's a short drive away. With their latest release, "Pimpin on Crutches", Warsaw Poland Bros. have once again transformed their sound and completed an incredible studio album.

DJ ELBeau & DJ Irah

AWOL ONE

Bursting on the scene from Planet Zero, California, Awolrus' style has taken him through the murky waters of hip-hop. In 1988, AWOL took off on his b-boy journeys influenced by KDAY and breakdance music. Soon after, vinyl became no stranger and the art of DJing lived in his knuckles. AWOL found himself DJing in underground parties, eventually moved up to night clubs, and then "Lowrider Magazine" American Tour for Thump Records in 1995. Another aspect of AWOL's art is graffiti -- and even with unjust laws striking him in 1991 -- he still paints and does graphic design.

Motion For Alliance

Within the confines of this electronica sub-genre, MFA has forged the means to express and create countless improvisations by relying on each other's musicianship, soul and understanding of the music itself. Though their equipment is enough to outweigh the human mass of the band, MFA places a special emphasis on using machines for spontaneous creativity - creating live loops, samples and altering their own songs.

Cosmic Accident

Cosmic accident is a good time groovin' band influenced by 60's and 70's classic rock, funk, blues, and jazz. Throw in a dash of latin and reggae along with many original grooves and you've got a party. Most of the tunes we play are "timelessly appealing", no show is ever the same, and our goal is for everybody in the house to have a good time.

Aftergrass

Aftergrass 1. (n.) The grass that grows after the first crop has been mown; aftermath. 2. (n.) Aural pleasurings to satiate desires both sensual and wrong. 3. NOT bluegrass

Louis Logic

³It is rumored that he was born trapped inside a beer bottle at an exclusive clinic, the lovechild of a pickled 70's starlet knocked up by a rock star passing through town. Some people say his stomach is coated in stainless steel, and his liver, made of barroom dartboard cork. Still, the most mysterious of his attributes is his uncanny ability to pen an endless number of odes to both alcohol, and the wanton lifestyle that so often accompanies its usage. They call him the Dragon, and the menacing shriek of his song can be heard throughout the expanse of this earthly world.... In 2003, louis released his crowning achievement to date the ³Sin-A-Matic² LP, which was hailed as debut of the year by a number of critics and print and online publications. The album was lead by the single ³Street Smarts² and heated b-side scorcher, ³Diablos² featuring Celph Titled, which even broke into BBC1 commercial radio in the UK. The second single, perhaps the critic and listener favorite ³Idiot Gear² continues to console wayward men everywhere who are foolish enough to delve to deeply into their loved one¹s past sex lives in 2004. "

Freewill Recovery

Big changes on the Rise! After an exhausting search FwR has found their new drummer...(righteous applause), Jack Watson will be taking over the throne on March 17th, for a St. Patrick's Day bash at the Abbey Theatre...current drummer, Cory Sheridan will finish his run with a Feb. 12 show at the Summit (which will include some very special guests!)...

Global Funk

Global Funk integrates the driving, improvisational rock of Phish, the organic, incendiary grooves of Medeski, Martin and Wood, the sophisticated, classic jazz/funk of Herbie Hancock and Weather Report, with the intricate, offbeat compositional approaches of the Mahavishnu Orchestra and Frank Zappa in creating a fresh, modern sound of their own

New Monsoon

New Monsoon was conceived when former Penn State friends Bo Carper and Jeff Miller became re-acquainted in California . With Carper's rootsy acoustic finger style as a foil for Miller's inspired melodies, the pair sowed the seeds of the New Monsoon sound. With the addition of the tour de force percussion section of drummer Marty Ylitalo, tabla virtuoso Rajiv Parikh, and conguero Brian Carey, the New Monsoon vision started to unfold. During the recording of the band's first album Hydrophonic in early 2001, the band tapped long-time friend Phil "The Pianimal" Ferlino for keyboard tracks. Blown away by the project, Ferlino immediately moved to San Francisco and joined the band on-stage at the 2001 High Sierra Music Festival. Nationwide touring and the band's second album, Downstream, followed in 2003. 2004 delivered bass monster Ben Bernstein, who has helped propel the band to new musical heights

Skanksters

kanksters have existed since the autumn of 1991. At that time the lineup was much as today´s, except for the keyboard/piano and only one of each instrument in the horn section. We started making our own songs from the beginning, and have as of today a repertoire of about 40 songs. These span from slow reggae-songs to more uptempo pop-ska. During the years that have passed we have extended our lineup. We now count 3 persons in the horn-section, and adding the piano/keyboard-player we now feature 8 persons on stage - sometimes extending this to as much as 11 !

Psyche Origami

Psyche Origami is no longer the Atlanta hip hop scene’s best kept secret. This nationally touring act has used the release of its first full length album “Is Ellipsis” to catapult itself right out of Atlanta and right into the headphones of hip hop fans world wide. Combining two turn tables and one MC, DJ’s Danja and Synthesis lay down an intricate framework of dueling turn tables, and sublime scratching, providing Wyzsztyk (Wiz-Stick) the back drop he needs to lay down powerful, though provoking lyrics. The end result is a vibrant soundscape that critics and fans alike compare to Jurassic 5 and The Roots.

Battle of the Bands

Battle of the Bands

Signal Path

Its the brand new year, snow is dumping on the mountains... and Signal Path is coming to town. Get ready for Winter Tour 2005. Signal Path will be touring in support of their new LIVE release to many ski resorts and mountain towns this March and they're bringin' the heat. Don't miss an opportunity to check these boys out before they head off for the East Coast. If you haven’t purchased your Wilma ticket yet for the FEB. 4th show, you can do so at the usual local Missoula outlets, here at the Path site, or www.ticketweb.com. FEB. 4th is the official release of SIGNAL PATH LIVE! A compilation of select tracks recorded during Fall Tour 2004. These 8 songs were hand selected by the band, to sufficiently meet your high standards. Also, thanks to all of you who helped with the Path Tsunami Relief Efforts, and keep us posted on your adventures around the country and your visions for the new year...

Frank Trio w/Jonezy

St. Patrick's Day Bash! Green beer, DJ's & Frank Trio make this the place to be! Frank Trio is an innovative quartet that blends elements of jazz/funk/rock/hiphop/electronic into a unique and original sound. The band members (drumset/percussion, upright/electric bass, guitar, and keyboards) are all classically trained musicians with degrees in music and years of experience in the music industry. Soaring guitar melodies, rippin organ lines, deep and funky drum beats, and driving bass lines combine with computer generated samples/tones/beats to create a sound that can only be described as Frank Trio.

Mama's Cookin'

Mama’s Cookin’ should be seen and not explained. “They have renewed and brought forth a refreshing taste of what has drawn people to music since the beginning of time. All you need is a pair of ears and some dancing shoes to bare witness to the start of a new revolution of old school funk and blues. This is the genuine thing. The members of Mama's Cookin' are gifted musicians who cultivate an animated atmosphere, leaving in their wake an exodus of fans who want them to encore all night long.” --jambase.com

Carlos Washington & friends of Gravity

From the Greater New Orleans and Baton Rouge area, Andy Bourgeois (Keyboard instruments and Tenor Sax), Tommy Sciple (Acoustic and Electric Basses) and Simon Lott (Drums, Percussion, and Sampler) make up the funky, rocking, improvisational trio Friends of Gravity. The group had their beginnings as an acoustic piano trio, but after playing at jazz and rock clubs alike (most not possessing a piano), the group's sound began to drift from the acoustic tradition. The piano was replaced by B3 organ, Fender Rhodes, Wurlitzer, various Synths, and Melodica, the acoustic bass was augmented by an electric six-string bass and effects pedals, the drummer added a sampler to his arsenal of percussion instruments and the band was reborn. The new format was a revelation for the group. It became apparent that with the use of electronic instruments and effects, each instrument was capable of an endless array of texture, alternate sounds and shifting sonic character. It was at this point, the music took form. The band's current mission is to take their unique blend of music all over the country in support of their just released c.d. “Thankful” which includes guest performances by Rex Richardson and Scott Bourgeois.

Green Lemon

"Green Lemon is a vibrant band that’s currently generating quite a buzz with its 'Reggadelic / Conceptual / Improv Jam' sound. The band has an almost hypnotic, groove based sound that flits across genres with reckless abandon and a sense of fun highlighted by whimsical lyrics." - Relix Magazine

Warsaw

Warsaw I Poland Bros. have played everywhere, with everyone in most of north america and hawaii. They have released four nationally distributed cds through Burnside Distribution fueled by their own indie start up label, Invisible Mass Records. Their love for live performance and touring has kept them on the road for over eight years. Jumping from town to town, night after night, their hooby-job-lifestyle has been their soul, mantra and reason to share their music.To call this band the hardest working band in the business would be a drastic understatement. With over 300 shows a year, multiple gigs a day and merely days off in between they are true road dogs. They have gone through many changes since the original lineup, but they've never slowed down. Warsaw is the ultimate definition of the DIY attitude, taking everything in-house from booking to engineering and producing their music. Since collaborating with people all over the world and recording in every setting imaginable, from a backsta