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The Kickbacks
Rock / Folk Rock / Alternative

"New Album
'Even The Blues' Out Now!"


BOSTON, Massachusetts
United States

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   The Kickbacks: General Info
Member Since3/9/2006
Band WebsiteTheKickbacks.com
Band MembersTad Overbaugh - vocals, guitar, tunes

Steve Scott - guitar, keys, backing vocals, producer

Matthew Arnold - bass

Perry James - drums
InfluencesAnyone who's an ace with a pen & a melody. Some favs include: Paul Westerberg, Peter Case, Tom Petty, Lloyd Cole, Ron Sexsmith, Robyn Hitchcock, Tom Waits, single malt scotch, coffee, sleep, sleep deprivation, conversation, films, bars, daydreams, driving, crashing cars, winning, losing.
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Even The Blues (2008)


Motel Stars (2006)
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Blindside View (2002)
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Blue Man's Collar EP (2000)
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Longitude (1998)
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Record LabelPeeled Label Records
Type of LabelIndie



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   About The Kickbacks
2008 - Even The Blues

Never far from a notebook or hand-held recorder, Kickbacks' songwriter, Tad Overbaugh is not one to miss out on capturing a good line or melody when it comes. "I don't count on getting good ideas, so when I get one, I want to remember it", says Overbaugh laughing.

The Kickbacks debuted in 1998 with the release of Longitude, and soon after, the Blue Man's Collar EP (2000). The band received favorable reviews from critics for Blindside View (2002) and Motel Stars (2006) for, as one reviewer put it, "songs that ring with depth, authenticity, and plenty of hook-infused power”.

The new album, Even The Blues (2008), was produced by guitarist/multi-instrumentalist and "partner-in-crime" as Overbaugh puts it, Steve Scott. Even The Blues again features the Motel Stars (2006) lineup of Matt Arnold on bass and Perry James on drums.

"Even The Blues is about trying to enjoy the good moments as they pass, amidst the struggles that are always there. A lot of the album is about some form of escapism and using it to get back to a good place", says Overbaugh.
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MUCK AND THE MIRES





Nov 20 2008 4:09 PM

Shawn Byrne





Nov 10 2008 2:57 AM

Loving the new stuff guys. Congrats!
I should be coming to Boston hopefully by the end of the year.
Let's grab a beer eh?
Mitch Olivier





Nov 9 2008 1:46 AM



Thanks for the add
keep on rocking
cheers
Mitch
Shakyfoot





Oct 21 2008 4:43 PM

The Dirty Truckers





Oct 10 2008 2:59 AM

Another ass-kicker of an album! Well done AGAIN boys.

Baker
Sharecropper





Oct 6 2008 7:28 PM

sounded great last night fellas!

see ya soon....
TULSA





Oct 5 2008 2:41 PM

BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY
OCTOBER 12 MIDDLE EAST
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TULSA
FACES ON FILM
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High on Stress





Oct 1 2008 2:01 AM

thank you :)
High on Stress





Sep 30 2008 10:08 PM

Great stuff, guys!
Nicholas DiSpagna





Aug 29 2008 9:40 PM

Thank you for the ADD!
-Nicholas
Bridget





Aug 22 2008 5:10 PM

Thanks for for the birthday wish.
I'll pass your sentiments on to Kevin!
bunny





Aug 15 2008 12:50 PM

cant wait for the new CD!
see you on the 5th!
dave





Aug 14 2008 11:10 PM

the new tracks are kick ass!!! great drumming too.
well done, foyboy (former dirty trucker)
Crazee4MKate&Ashley





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May 21 2008 8:31 PM

Great Music!
Very Cool.

Thank you very much for taking the time to check us out and for your support.
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Apr 18 2008 3:41 PM

let the vocal rockin begin
BigBadWhitey666





Apr 15 2008 11:24 PM

Lots Of Fun Stuff! PBRs And Jager!
jager shots anyone
Sun5





Apr 14 2008 7:30 PM

hey guys,
Nice tunes on Saturday:)
Thanks for coming down.
sun5
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Feb 20 2008 5:09 PM

Hey Tad, I got to meet Steve last night! Sounds like he's having a blast...and raring to get you all to play here now ;), which of course would be awesome. Take care, Rachel
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Jan 22 2008 8:28 PM

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Rick Vegas





Jan 6 2008 5:28 PM

Thanks for the add! Hope you have the best 2008!
Josh Lederman & The CSARs





Jan 4 2008 2:52 PM

Nice Songs, Kid!
ThE BLiSTeRz





Jan 2 2008 5:00 PM

Hey fellas...the new tunes ROCK!!!

We gotta get you dudes over to Albany soon. Any interest in playing a gig with us over this way some time?

Happy New Year!!!
Dave
-ThE BLiSTeRz
BigBadWhitey666





Dec 10 2007 4:40 PM

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Dec 6 2007 4:33 PM


I can't wait "Even The Blues"!!
Daniel Persson





Nov 24 2007 8:21 PM

Thank you much for your friendship. Cheers!
Michael Pink


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Nov 23 2007 7:31 AM

hey Tad,

Still alive over here with a new one in the works. Hope the writing's goin good with ya

have a happy t day
MP
Ted





Nov 22 2007 11:28 AM

Natalie





Nov 21 2007 5:02 AM

okay, serioualy...when are you coming down to Nashville?

hope Boston is treating you all well. have a happy holiday!
CCNewell





Nov 21 2007 2:48 AM

Whats Up!!! Juat saying hey from the West Coast. New CD on the way? Can't wait to hear it.
tina





Nov 17 2007 1:52 AM

Liz Carlisle





Oct 4 2007 12:45 PM

Thanks for being a friend.

Liz

Jamie Lynn Hart





Aug 26 2007 8:16 PM

hey guys, I'm playing a show at Mcfaddens on monday at 10. stop by if your free.
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Jul 31 2007 3:08 PM

HAve you been changing your socks in the space again...peeew!
figgsmall23





Jul 24 2007 4:36 PM

Thanks for the birthday greetings!!
Snapdragon





Jul 19 2007 6:52 AM