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Babik
Jazz

"Buffalo bred Jazz Manouche"

BUFFALO, New York
United States

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Last Login:  7/3/2008
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   Babik: General Info
Member Since11/9/2005
Band Websitebabikjazz.com
Band Members Stuart Fuchs -Lead Guitar, Geoffrey Fitzhugh Perry -Voilin, Joshua Assad -Rhythm Guitar, Kevin O’brien -Upright Bass Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucket
InfluencesDjango Reinhardt, Stephane Grappelli, Bireli Lagrene, The Rosenberg Trio, Stephane Wrembel, Robin Nolan, Ritary Gaguenetti, Ensemble Zaiti, Jacobo Do Bandolin, John Zorn, Oscar Aleman
Sounds LikeGypsy Jazz, Jazz Manouche, Parisian Swing, about 20 strings being plucked, poked, picked, and bowed over wood. border=0
Record LabelGot One? -Sign us.
Type of LabelNone





   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 8 2008 7:00P
Eden Eden, New York
Jul 9 2008 9:30P
Allen St. Hardware Cafe Buffalo, New York
Jul 11 2008 7:00P
Romanian Gypsy Outreach 2008 Grand Island, New York
Jul 15 2008 7:00P
Bidwell Park Concert Series Buffalo, New York
Jul 31 2008 5:00P
THURSDAY AT THE SQUARE Buffalo, New York
Aug 3 2008 2:00P
Albright-Knox Art Gallery Buffalo, New York
Aug 9 2008 2:00P
Sackets Harbor Jazz Festival Sackets Harbor, New York
Aug 13 2008 9:30P
Allen St. Hardware Cafe Buffalo
Aug 22 2008 5:00P
Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society Buffalo, New York
Oct 18 2008 7:00P
The Tralf Music Hall Buffalo

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   About Babik
Formed in the summer of 2005, Babik has quickly become one of the hottest bands on the U.S. gypsy jazz scene. The group performs more than 200 shows a year and these sizzling live performances have earned them a loyal following, as well as feature stories, T.V. appearances, and several awards. Babik plays a special brand of jazz known as gypsy swing, which was created in the 1930’s by the legendary two-fingered guitarist, Django Reinhardt. The style blends American big-band swing with the exotic flare of European gypsy folk songs. Taking the name of Reinhardt’s youngest son, Babik approaches this joyful music with a modern sensibility -it is not unusual to hear licks from Led Zeppelin or Pink Floyd- while still respecting the history and tradition of the music. In keeping with this tradition, the group performs all of their music on acoustic instruments. The guitars, strings, and even the picks, are specially chosen to produce that unique gypsy sound! The members of Babik are Stuart Fuchs on lead guitar, Geoff Perry on violin, Josh Assad on rhythm guitar, and Kevin O’Brien on upright bass. In late 2006, the band released its debut CD, Pronounced Bah-beek, along with a concert DVD, Live at Sessions. Both became immediate 1 best sellers’ in the bands’ home-city of Buffalo, following a passionate sold-out release concert at the legendary Tralf Music Hall. Babik is currently at work on their second CD which will be released in 2008. The band has also undertaken a bold new project to perform their music with symphony orchestras, beginning with a concert with The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra in March, 2008. Working with conductor/arranger Brent Havens, Babik looks forward to bringing the exciting sounds of gypsy jazz to the concert hall! View Babik’s EPK
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Debut CD and DVD available at gypsyjazz.net



For Booking Info Contact: bookbabik@gmail.com



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   Babik's Friend Space (Top 16)
Babik has 1799 friends.
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Babik's Friends Comments
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Gavin Petrie





Jul 2 2008 11:58 AM

Hey Josh, when are you going to bring that G harp up to Murphy's? Hope all is well, Gavin
Miki





Jun 30 2008 4:32 AM

Thanks for the add.
Best regards!
Espace Musical des Accates


Is Online


Jun 25 2008 3:42 PM

merci d'etre nos amis
tara shakti





Jun 25 2008 9:35 AM

Thank's for Add!
Music is life...
Tara shakti
David Moulthrop





Jun 24 2008 11:48 AM

Josh, great to see you as well! I'll be looking forward to next time.
Take care in the meantime,
David
Brandon Loveall





Jun 18 2008 7:07 AM

Likewise, it was a fun week! Josh, you wrote a very eloquent review of DiJ on the djangobooks forum! That was a pleasure to read also.
Best,
Brandon
cedric ricard





Jun 17 2008 5:46 PM

thanks josh. I wish you will come as soon as possible at Paris...
Swing Caravan





Jun 16 2008 9:55 PM

let's not let another year go by this time--we should get cracking on some shows!

~Jack
Sinti Rhythm





Jun 16 2008 8:52 AM

yeah man, good times, if there's anything I can do at all to get you guys gigs in Mass, please please let me know. Hopefully we'll see you again before next summer......

Lex
Tommaso Mirabella





Jun 7 2008 12:35 AM

Thank's for the friendship, great and original interpretation of gypsy jazz, I've really enjoy. Greetings from Italy.
Casperous Vine





Jun 6 2008 7:58 PM

the intro to chipotle is awesome...sounds like a bridge(structural) being crossed
Brian Wheat





Jun 6 2008 1:49 PM

Hey fellas,
How've you been lately?
Looking forward to summer setting in and getting out to see yas!
Brian
The Gavin Petrie Trio





Jun 2 2008 7:21 AM

Hey Josh, thanks again for being there on Friday. It was nice to meet your buddy Chris too. Too bad you guys couldn't have caught the 2nd set, it was pretty funky. We'll definitely get you up with us on harp next time, I got caught up with playing.
School is almost out so we'll have time to come on out and see some live Babik real soon! Peace, Gavin
Kathleen





Jun 1 2008 2:51 AM

Working on LeLuppe and looking forward to playing with you...thanks for the chance to collaborate with such an amazing band!! Sorry about the rainy bike ride Josh...
Thomasso





May 31 2008 3:40 AM

oww yeah dude, I fly in to montreal the 8th of june. Lookin' forward to see you guys again!!
ciao
GADJOLOGIE





May 30 2008 8:17 AM

Salut !
Notre premier album est maintenant disponible chez Milan/Universal.
GYPSY JAZZ FESTIVAL





May 28 2008 12:45 PM

You are Welcome in our myspace keep the SwInG
Gypsy Jazz Festival of New Calédonia
Louise du Toit





May 25 2008 5:19 AM

Hello Babik, thank you for accepting my request, it is very nice to meet you!
Wishing you peace and happiness
Louise
Casperous Vine





May 16 2008 4:57 PM

Come support your fellow gypsy...Shakti Yoga studios, May 17th 8pm
j.





May 14 2008 3:45 PM

thought you did a great job at the roycroft! really fun music.
what kind of guitar do you fellas use?
Les Deux Noirs





May 4 2008 2:20 AM

Thanks for the add,Great Job!!
Les deux noirs
Swing Noire





Apr 17 2008 10:58 AM

Man, Just gave you guys a listen and it is HOT! Nice work. Looking forward to hearing you live sometime.
DJ Ceiba aka Brotha Sean





Apr 15 2008 10:32 AM

congratulations, you guys!!! they keep on coming and you keep knocking 'em down. i always knew you would.
hey, did y'all hire yngwie malmsteen to play the solos? WTF?! go 'head stu!!
Fattie King





Apr 13 2008 10:44 AM

MISS YOU GUYS !!!

HOPE TA SEE YA SOON
Countess Bassie





Apr 11 2008 3:25 PM

Greetings in Swing! from The Bow Djangos of Calgary, Alberta, Canada - buffalo country!! :-D
You guys have a fabulous sound! Really enjoying it, and I hope you like ours, too!
Thanks for friending!
tess
Ameranouche Trio





Apr 2 2008 1:02 PM

Hi, how are you?
Les Manouches Tsé-Tsé





Mar 24 2008 11:58 PM

Merci pour l'ajout et surtout bravo à vous!
Putsch'art





Mar 20 2008 11:59 AM

Music with Life &more : that's why i love these sounds and yours in particular...i have preference for " daphne" but the others put emotions in our spirit that's why i hope u a long trip on the music's road!!:-))
ITSIK SHETRIT





Mar 17 2008 3:26 PM

Hi!!
Thank you for the add!
beautiful site!
have a blessed week!
Itsik
ITSIK SHETRIT TRIO / ALL BLUES
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Hot Club Copenhagen





Mar 17 2008 1:02 PM

thanks for the add
Noa Bursie





Mar 16 2008 10:46 AM

Hey Guys,
I just listened to your Live at Allen Hall podcast...just awesome. Love your style and vibe. Way cool... I'm a fan for life. - n.
mishto





Mar 12 2008 10:05 AM

Hello Babik, thank you for the invitation, bravo for your music. "Jolie" Bossa Dorado!!. Good swing and safe journey.
Mishto
Fattie King





Mar 8 2008 7:30 PM

YOU GUYS SOUNDED GREAT TONIGHT ..
WHAT A SHOW BABIK & THE BPO !

NOW THE WORLD IS YOURS !!!!!
O.T. Road Dawg