Mark Prather, Monte Thorin, Dav Hoof, Tim Hochman, Colin Bricker
Influences
David Bowie, Spencer Krug, Nick Cave, Russ Meyer, Radiohead, Tom Waits, TV on the Radio, The Pixies, XTC, Gang of Four, Brian Eno, Spoon, QOTSA, Charles Mingus, Baudrillard, Joy Division, Sigur Ros, Miles Davis, Husker Du, KOL, Scott Herren, Kool Keith, Meat Puppets, Bad Brains, Roxy Music
In this case, one man’s sorrow is the listener’s good fortune. Birdy was hatched from personal tragedy in the spring of 2006. With the help of bandmates, singer Dav Hoof has channeled his experiences into a sonic exorcism of those demons. Birdy’s sound is both imbued with idealism and tainted by life’s complexities. The band is simultaneously a homage to indie rock, past and present, and an exploration of their personal life experience.
Drawing from their varied interests in rock, dub, electronica, and 80’s pop, Birdy’s music blends these elements in a refreshing new way. As for members Dav Hoof (vocals), Tim Hochman (bass), Mark Prather (synth/ keys), Greg Lopez (guitar), Colin Bricker (guitar/ laptop) and Monty Thorin (drums), they are a collection of schooled and unschooled musicians whose collaboration has produced an unexpected synergy. Through their creative process, Birdy has effectively blurred the lines between art and pop.
Birdy’s self titled EP was released in the summer of 2007 and has garnered critical acclaim. Birdy can be heard on the airways at KEXP (Seattle) and KVCU (Boulder) to name a few. They have been compared to Queens of the Stone Age, TV on the Radio and Wolf Parade. The singer’s voice is instantly recognizable and reminds of the off kilter angst of Bob Mould. They have most recently opened for national act Jesse Malin and have become regulars on Denver’s indie rock club scene. The members have returned to the studio in preparation for their full length release. In 2008, look for a series of small national tours and the release and support of there upcoming CD.
Don’t miss JACKIE GREENE this Wednesday June 24th, at The Bluebird Theater!! Dubbed the “Prince of Americana” by the New York Times, Greene is steeped in country, blues, jazz, rock and folk traditions. Greene has been touring nationally with some of the best including, B.B. King, Taj Mahal, Huey Lewis, Susan Tedeschi, and Buddy Guy. Make sure to buy your tickets today at www.ticketmaster.com – they are only $16.50!!!! To check out some more information on Jackie Greene visit his website at, www.jackiegreene.com/. This is truly one show you shouldn’t miss!!!
You best be comin to my birthday show at Lifespot (in centennial) on the 15th of May, or me and my band will show up at your favorite swimming pool and pea in the water without telling you about it!!! :)
Go ahead and test us, I'll be holding it til the show :)!!!
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