Dan Plourde on bass and vocals
Vince Farris on organ, piano, and vocals
Ethan Noordyk on drums, percussion, vocals --
Dan Walkner on vocals, guitars, harmonica
Stosh Jonjak on bass and vocals (retired)--
Influences
Allman Brothers, Jimi Hendrix, Cream, Gov't Mule, Mountain, Leslie West, Otis Redding, Elvis, Beatles, Rolling Stones, West, Bruce & Laing, Neil Young, Cannonball Adderly, Pharoah Sanders, John Coltrane, The Probers, Butterfield Blues Band, Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers, Jeff Hamilton, Elvin Jones, Dennis Chambers, Stanton Moore, Charlie Hunter, Philly Joe Jones, Buddy Rich, Funkadelic, Slim Goodbody, Mr Rogers
Sounds Like
"The heaviness of the lyrics results in a strong statement, with war, death, wrongdoing and hardship being central themes. But underneath these themes flows a current of hope and the strength to persevere, a sentiment that often bears repeating."
~Rick Tvedt
One of the over-arching themes of the music of CLOVIS MANN is evolution. Dan Plourde, formerly of Run Side Down, brings his intuitive complexity to the band as he takes over the bass duties. Having been a friend of the Mann for years, Dan is locked in with Ethan Noordyk's persuasive percussion to create a formidable foundation. D.P. knows when to float in the pocket, but he is not afraid to add some fury to the mix. Vince Faris, keyboard maestro for funk machine Nuggernaut, is another fresh addition to the fracas. Vince cajoles, tickles, and wrenches notes and tones kicking and screaming from his arsenal of keyed instruments. The bubbly organ sounds add a vintage, smoky patina that elevates the band's overall intensity. Ethan still continues to wow audiences with his dexterity, ferocious chops, and impeccable taste. Having played over a thousand live shows, he knows how to work a crowd into a frenzy with his bombast and Bonham-like solos. Top it off with Daniel Walkner's soulful riffs, graceful bends, and slippery slides on lead, bottleneck, and lap-steel guitar and you have a rock solid recipe for greasy groove gumbo.
The CLOVIS MANN live experience has always been an intense musical commitment. The swirling styles and fire-breathing vocals continue to bend genres and explore new musical territories. Come check out a live show, or pick up one of our albums. Join the Evolution…
Booking the band call 608-443-8476 ask for Ethan or send us a message. clovis.mann@gmail.com
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Hi there! I met, Daniel? at the Acoustic Fest in Manitowoc! I am playing at the Alchemy Cafe TONIGHT (Thurs. March 26) Hope you'll come out and reintroduce yourselves!
Hey there – FGC’s Winter Tour ’09 continues this week with a headlining appearance at the Majestic Theatre in Madison on Friday February 20th. Stop by our MySpace page for the full tour listing, and don’t forget to check out our new album, Models and Metrics, available online and at all live shows!
56 Hope Road, Down Lo, and Bagdad SCUBA Review TONIGHT TONIGHT TONIGHT! 18 and up show in Madison at High Noon Saloon Wednesday 12/03/2008 Doors at 8pm, Show starts at 9pm High Noon Saloon is located at 701A E. Washington Ave. Madison, Wisconsin 53703 $7, 18 and up
