Tim Barry/vocals
Gwomper/bass
Joe Banks/guitar
Ed Trask/Drums
Beau Beau/cheerleader
Influences
Skynyrd, Minor Threat, John Mellencamp, Dag Nasty, Woody Guthrie, Darkest Hour, Till Tuesday, Steve Earl, Leatherface, Pink Razors, RKL, Homemade Knives,
Phil Oaks, Rites of Spring, Jawbreaker, Townes Van Zant, Josh Small, Lucero, Hot Water Music, Boy Sets Fire, Suicide Machines, Lagwagon, Jimmie Rodgers, Corn Tooth, Merle Haggard, Four Walls Falling, Strike Anywhere, Smoke or Fire, Drive by Truckers, Cro-Mags, Agnostic Front, Citizen Fish, Lagwagon, Unitas, Drag the River, Alabama Thunder Pussy, Liza Kate, The Explosion, Tragedy, Born Against, Universal Order of Armeggedon, Pee Tanks, By the Grace of God, Shotwell, Endpoint, Mr Johnny Cash, Soulside, Kingface, Propaghandi, Suicide Machines, Boy Sets Fire, Snapcase, West Main Street, Fulton Hill, Randolf, Church Hill and Oregon Hill.
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AVAIL/JADE TREE RECORDS PRESS RELEASE:
Dixie, 4 A.M. Friday, Over the James:
Between 1994 and 1998, Richmond, VA’s AVAIL solidified their place in punk-rock history by releasing three consecutive albums that would become almost instant classics of contemporary hardcore music. The phenomenon that is Dixie, 4 A.M. Friday, and Over the James effectively turned AVAIL into punk living legends and, as these records have shown over the last decade, the accolade is entirely deserved. With the reissue of these three albums that irrevocably changed the landscape of melodic hardcore music, Jade Tree is paying their respects to what’s already come to pass and still offering an entirely new perspective on the music and the myth of AVAIL.
What some may not realize about AVAIL is that, like most bands, they came from humble beginnings in suburban Reston, VA. They were just like any other kids rocking in their parents’ garage, but instead of ripping out covers or aping their heroes, AVAIL were defining their unique sound at a very early age. By the time Joe Banks (guitar), Tim Barry (vocals) and Beau Beau (cheerleader / uber-roadie) moved the band to Richmond in 1990, the group had already almost honed their effortless blend of the classic Southern rock and protest folk that was in their veins with the melodic skate punk that constantly filled their ears.
The backdrop of everyday life in Richmond, though, proved to be the key ingredient in solidifying the band’s immediately recognizable sound. Barry’s tales of everyday struggle and triumph became inextricably tied to the life (and death) of his hometown, at once creating blue-collar anthems that are often not just highly personal, but also highly political. It’s this ability to seamlessly streamline both sonic and lyrical content (along with a relentless touring bug) that has truly made the songs of alienation, travel and anti-establishment triumph spanning this trio of albums legendary.
Dixie (1994) is the rallying cry of emotive powerchord balladry that truly put AVAIL on the map. The album has now been beefed up by the addition of 11 bonus tracks compiled from the Attempt to Regress 7” (1992) and the album Live at the Kingshead Inn (1993). 4 A.M. Friday (1996), meanwhile, is the record that solidified the band’s place as the kings of the Southern punk underground. This reissue is now completed by the addition of the smoldering set from Live in San Francisco (1997). Recorded at the Bottom of the Hill, it’s testament to the unforgettable, high-octane shows that are their hallmark. Finally, Over the James (1998), presents a more mature take on songwriting, Barry’s most personal lyrics to date and a thunderously pristine recording; it’s the most ferocious and vital statement of their career. The re-release is bolstered by bonus tracks including the Fall of Richmond (1997) split with (Young) Pioneers and the band’s covers of Elvis, Billy Joel and Embrace. All three albums have been remastered and feature new artwork, over 100 photographs and flyers, as well as new liner notes
AVAIL "West Wye"
hell yeah i haven't seen u guys in years.. i still remember getting 4amFRI on cassette at a show in burl. Vermont for freeee... back in 95-96 thx! praise the lord for auto-reverse haha
alright, so people always say happy hump day for Wednesdays. I think its just as strange to say happy Uphill on Tuesdays, or happy Downhill on Thursdays, but i've never ever seen or heard anyone wish that. -Brandon
Es lohnt sich ins TRICKSTER zu kommen :) (Oberbaumstr. 11, Berlin-Kreuzberg, U1-Schlesisches Tor)
KOMMT ALLE!!!
TRICKSTER:
06.11.2009 RONNY MONO (Rock..n..Roll, Braunschweig), SHIRLEY BEANS (Punk Rock, Berlin)
Hut Ab geht in die 3. Runde
Lieber Freund und Besucher unseres Kleinkunstwohnzimmers,
das war nun auch die 2. Runde der Veranstaltung “Hut Ab“. Das gemütliche Ambiente lud ein weiteres mal zum verweilen, zuhören und genießen ein. Annika Hein und Band überraschte das Publikum mit einer vielseitigen multiinstrumentalen Performance. Mit leisen Tönen verzückte uns Dana Shanti und ließ uns den lauten Alltag vergessen. Last but not least, Sid der Liedermacher zauberte mit gesungem Wort und Witz allen ein Lächeln ins Gesicht. Nicht zu vergessen die Leckerein von unserem buchhaltenden Chefkoch Rudi. Es war wieder ein schöner runder Abend. Wie immer gilt ein ganz besonderer Dank an die Künstler und die vielen fleißigen Helfer.
Hoffentlich bis zum 06.11.09, wenn es wieder heißt „Hut Ab“ im ORWOhaus.
'Roslyn' (RVA) Performing Live @ 'The National' 708 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 November 7, 2009 @ 6:00 pm Tickets Can Be Purchased at: www.RoslynVa.BigCartel.com
hola, have you got any tours coming up? anywhere in the world? i was thinking of coming see you wherever that'd be, it's been way too long since i last saw you in Brighton in 2003, or 04..thanx ceci
We had a great interview w/ 'Elliott Yamin' (RVA) of "American Idol' this month ... You can check out our entire interview at: www.richmondmusicforum.com
I gotta new song posted in the spirit of halloween! Its a misfits cover & i just recorded it last night! it pretty much sucks, but dont take my word for it!
We had a great interview w/ 'Bruce Hornsby' at 'The National' (RVA) this month ... You can check out our entire interview at: www.richmondmusicforum.com
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