Whether it is distance, personal obstacles or differing states of mind, the contributors to this project are constantly working to break down the barriers in order to remove the obstacles and to embrace the revival. This is the dance we all revel in and the celebration is open for us all to share. In this respect, we can all help to revive the human spirit through song and dance.
Daniel Rodriguez (vocals, guitar)
Bridget Law (fiddle, vocals, mandolin)
Dango Rose ( Upright bass, vocals, mandolin)
Sage T. Cook (electric banjo/guitar, mandolin, vocals)
Elephant Revival – Back in the Recording Studio – Back on Tour -- Embracing the Changing Seasons
Elephant Revival, neo –acoustic quintet from Nederland Colorado, is preparing for an incredible holiday season and a Happy New Year as the first decade of the new millennium comes to its triumphant conclusion. After having played nearly 150 shows in 2009, the group is now enjoying a more laid back touring schedule close to home on the Colorado Front Range during the short days and long nights of winter. Focusing on the cultivation and integration of new music, the band is grateful to have this time in the higher elevations. The group is currently in the studio finishing up the production of their second studio album with David Tiller of Taarka, scheduled for release in late spring of 2010.
For the remainder of 2009, the band will be making special appearances across the Rocky Mountains. Upcoming notable Colorado & area performances include; The Moab Folk Festival (November 6-7), The Aggie Theater (November 18), The Mark Vann Benefit at The Boulder Theater (December 5), Swallow Hill Music Association (December 13) and at The Boulder Drafthouse (New Years Eve).
On tap for the beginning of 2010 is a showcase performance at The Sundance Film Festival as well as a ski tour along Colorado's great I-70 corridor. Close to home Elephant Revival appears as part of Winterfest on the Mountain in Nederland Colorado on January 22-24. Additionally, the band is organizing a very special benefit concert for the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota on February 5 at The Boulder Theater. On February 21 ER will return to Norman Oklahoma for the famous Winter Winds Concert Series and on March 24 Elephant Revival will be making a debut appearance at the legendary Freight & Salvage in Berkeley CA.
Elephant Revival plays a unique blend of an emerging new musical genre called Transcendental Folk. Individually and collectively the band members have performed with some of the most prolific performers of our time including Bela Fleck, John Paul Jones, Michael Franti, Little Feat, Yonder Mountain String Band, George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic, Leftover Salmon, Railroad Earth, and State Radio, among others. The quintet can be seen delving into Scottish/Celtic fiddle tunes, original folk pieces, traditional ballads, psychedelic country, indie rock, powerful reggae grooves, 40s/50s jazz standards and an occasional hip-hop beat amongst other styles. The band consists of Bonnie Paine (vocals, washboard, djembe, musical saw), Sage Cook (electric banjo/guitar, acoustic guitar, mandolin, viola, vocals), Dango Rose (double-bass, mandolin, banjo, vocals), Daniel Rodriguez (acoustic guitar, electric banjo/guitar vocals) and Bridget Law (fiddle and vocals).
Following the release of Elephant Revivals 2008 CD, Boulder Weekly entertainment writer Dave Kirby enthused, "The album brims with poised folk ballads, modern Celtic fiddle dirges, hints of blues and Appalachia... coaxing the spirit but slyly avoiding climbing fully into each form's body." Marquee Magazine journalist Jeffery Keith further elaborated, "Following the lead, but not the footsteps, of groups like Leftover Salmon and Yonder Mountain String Band, the five-piece Elephant Revival has created a unique and appealing modern acoustic sound simultaneously soaked in all manner of tradition.
Elephant Revival carries a fresh sense of creativity and inspiration that is felt by people of every generation. Musically and collaboratively Elephant Revival is inspired to spread a message of sustainability while nurturing an awareness of positive change through the pure light intention & creativity of their music.
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Announcing the Grand Opening of "Opal Fly's Feel Good Lounge" New Years Eve 2009 on 40 Center St. in Downtown Fayetteville, AR. www.opalfly.com
Local Musician & 2009 NAMA female singer/songwriter award winner Opal Fly will be opening up her own live music, dance & arts social club offering massage, yoga, drum & dance workshops with a smoothie bar & retail store.
According to Ms. Fly the Feel Good lounge will offer an exciting addition to the growing music & healing arts scene by providing a spacious dance floor with comfortable seating and events for all walks of life. Due to Opal's commitment to a health conscious Feel Good lifestyle there will be fruit smoothies, exotic teas & Feel Good Elixirs. With no alcohol served, all adults will be welcomed and business hours will be extended past bar closing on weekends. Sunday will be dedicated to families, with "Not For Kids Only" live music and creative activities & workshops, focusing on building unity in community through the arts. Then Sunday night 7-10PM will feature live bands for an all ages show.
GRAND OPENING!
NEW YEARS EVE BLACK LIGHT DANCE PARTY THURSDAY DEC. 31ST 6PM-1AM Early & late night sets with Opal Fly & The Feel Goods (house band) and THE 1 OZ. JIG, plus special out of town guests GB Mojo from Austin, TX and The Joe Credits from KCMO. Grand Opening treats & midnight surprises with Foxfire Magik LIGHTING up the New Year. So wear thy black light party clothes! But wait there’s more? Late Night Feel Good Dance Party 1AM-4AM With DJ Vaxination & DJ Anita pumping positive vibrations all night long.
FRIDAY JANUARY 1st Start the new year off with Healthy Smoothies, Teas & Opal’s Feel Good Elixirs. Then join Opal for her introduction to the noontime Feel Good yoga hour. After that we encourage everyone to come out for our hand drumming & Polynesian dance workshops.
Live Feel Good Friday Music 6PM-1AM Early & late night sets with Opal Fly & The Feel Goo
Hey guys, We are playing in Moab the 6th and 7th @ Woodys Tavern. We will try to make it out to your shows that weekend, we hope to see you at the Tavern! Safe Travels!
Thanks for the add! Do you ever get out to California? Would love to bring you to Yosemite National Park to play for our employees & community members sometime.. Love your music!
Saw you guys at the Black Sheep last night it was absolutely amazing! Thank you for making such beautiful music. Peace, love and the best wishes to you...
Congrats on opening for State Radio! That is awesome! We have made them an offer for next years festival, but we're still eating to hear back from them! Put in a good word for us. I know I (and a lot of other people) would love to have you back as well. We grew a lot last year! Check us out on YouTube!
Peace & Cheers!
ORMF
"I am forced to confront the music as it is, connecting to it with a virgin spirit of mind. Consequently it feels like I am experiencing music and all its joys for the very first time."
And so I do each day thanks! Ring Around The Moon indeed!
Dearest Elephants, It was all inspiring, joyous, fun, entertaining, swift, miraculous and simply wonderfully DIVINE to have you back at Sanctuary and Vermont, How I wish that we could have filmed you out on the Lake.Next year it will be PEAK foliage and we will try to keep you for a week at least. There was a great write up in a music mag Here is a link.I LOVE you all so much and so does Forrest, he would LOVE to work with you when the time is right , Many Blessings always, Keep shining your light on this Earth, it is making a difference, THANK YOU!! LOVE Rita Marga http://beyondrace.com/reviews/concerts/1643-nocc-o varian-cancer-benefit-show--sanctuary
Have a great show this weekend. I have to F'ing work :(
Hope to see you all at Topo Ranch for our next Rock on the Ranch (it's every 1st Friday - live music, cold (free) brews, organic cotton dry goods. Take care.
