Tim:
-Bodhran; Lead Vocals
-Strumstick
-Concertina; Pennywhistles
Eric:
-Guitar
Brandon
-Guitar; Djembe; backing vocals
Rook
-Drums; percussion; backing vocals
Influences
While each member has had his own road down music lane, the band concept itself was inspired mostly by many of the forefathers of the genre (Dubliners, Pogues, Oysterband, Saw Doctors) and also by the newer acts that have carried the music into the 21st century (Great Big Sea, Flogging Molly). While we can play about anything, proving diversity as a whole from blues to reggae to pop to jazz, the core of Bote remains rooted in the folk and roots rock of the turn of the century (for irish/celtic music, we believe the Dubliners were the first that took traditional music and made a bit of a punk edge to it).
With that said, we have traces of all the major celtic acts of the last 50 years as well as some of our own, but nothing is ever truly new under the sun, so how far our uniqueness runs is all subjective to how sheltered your ears have been.
Sounds Like
We sound like us. We're not southern rock, we're not blues, we're not jazz, we're not pop...and while some of that may leak through, we're just celtic rock. Rock is the purest word for modern music out there...everything fits under its umbrella. We simply take music and rock it. It's not always fast, loud, or distorted...but it's still part of what we do. From the island music of Atlantic Canada to the rocky shores and lilting music of the British Isles, to the bouncy roots music of the American east coast...we do it all and everything in between.
If you want a typical bar band that plays Freebird, get over it, we're not your band. If you want a touch of class, a flavour of chaos, or just some good live music you don't hear everyday, we're your band. Give us a listen, you may just like what we have to offer, even if it's uncompromising music.
Bote is a celtic rock band based out of the upstate area of SC. With a repertoire that ranges from song like "whiskey in the Jar" to originals like "Calls My Name" or "All Day Long," Bote is the consummate live band that never allows you to have a dull moment.
The band uses ethnic instruments combined with a classic rock set to diversify their sound and stage presence. From world percussion like the bodhran, djembe, conga, or bongo, to others like concertina and pennywhistle, the band sticks to its celtic sound and roots while also bringing in the modern concept of rock.
Their debut, Work and Worry, showcases this talent on a 15 track full-scale album that highlights original composition with traditional folk songs from the english language. Live the band plays over 40 different songs regularly and also covers a small portion of typical bar tunes here and there for the fun of it.
To book Bote, message us or email at band.called.bote@gmail.com. We play gigs, weddings, dances, live events, leisure parties, etc. We can provide you with upbeat songs, as well as some slow dancers and ballads. Our repertoire is impressive and our sound is eclectic.
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Ah, I see. You guys should try to get back to Gastonia soon! And now that my band is out and playing, I'm sure we could work something out in the future. When are you fellas available for booking?
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