Elsinore is a Midwestern band at the end of a transition. After spending 3 years playing Americana/Folk music with an acoustic guitar, hand drums, and an easy-listening state of mind, the band decided to turn up knobs and land comfortably in the indie/art rock genre. Heavy riffs, foot-tapping choruses, and tasteful pop hooks fill in the holes from their Americana deconstruction. They're on track to release a brand new album this year which will put them on the road more of the time. Their music is most commonly compared to Radiohead, Wilco, Spoon, Fleet Foxes, and Arcade Fire. This is a band putting more miles on the van, playing new cities all the time, and sleeping on more and more couches.
Recent reviews:
NEW REVIEW FROM TUCSON!!!
"Very excited that Champaign, Illinois’ Elsinore made the trip all the way to the Old Pueblo. They’re friends with Champaign’s Headlights, a band that we’re proud to say performed at one of our TucsonScene SXSW Showcases in Austin this year and played a well-received show at Plush days later. (Incidentally, Elsinore also has TSXSW Showcase act Gentlemen Auction House in their top 5!) Elsinore are yet another act traveling through town this week that play charming, infectious organ-driven indie-pop, similar to ‘70s band Squeeze and even Midwest contemporaries (and another TSXSW group!) Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin. And check out the harmonies midway through “The General.” Wow."
"This Champaign foursome have put their time in and emerged as leaders in the local music scene. From the momentum of being named "Best Live Band" at the 2006 Local Music Awards and a solid 2006 LP, Nothing For Design, Elsinore has gained traction and begun to branch outside the Illinois border.
Consequently, the band is evolving. With the recent release of lead singer/guitarist Ryan Groff's solo album, the future of Elsinore remains elusive. In Groff's ever-lengthening shadow stand the very capable pianist Mark Woolwide; the deft, dextrous bassist Chris Eitel, and unique percussionist Dave Pride, noted live for a concocted kit of...trinkets. All three back up Groff's lead vocals as well, a modern oddity that grants them a dynamic edge live."
Hey guys! I was wondering if you had even a GENERAL idea as to what time you will be playing on Friday night? I have a friend that wants to come see you but wasn't sure if she'd be getting off work early enough to catch you. Any info you have would be very much appreciated. As always, I can't wait to see you!
FGC makes our Springfield debut this Saturday at the City Nights Theater with Great American Taxi (featuring Vince Herman from Leftover Salmon!). Hope you can make it!
We also want to invite our Myspace friends to connect with us on Facebook. Click the links for the FGC Group and FGC Page, both great ways to stay in touch with the band and link up with other fans.
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so ready for you guys to rock the firebird this friday!!!
p.s. cole i can't find ur myspace and when i drowned my phone it lost ur number but i'm havin a party at my house after so you should totally hit me up!!!
Thanks for the add. Come on out to The Cowboy Monkey Blues Jam on July 2nd hosted by The Sugar Prophets. Get your 4th of July weekend started right on Thursday night!
hey all!!! its Jacob from DeKalb and the House cafe... i am contacting you because this summer my band is going to be hosting the 4th annual outdoor summer party of the year!!! and we would love to have you guys come out and be a part of this super fun supper underground festival!!!
the dates are july 24th and 25th the location will only be disclosed if you are interested... last year there was 700 people there... this year we expect way over 1000. payment would be minimal ... but you would be VIP (food, lodging, booze and free entry for each of you, crew, and 3 friends etc. for both days of the festival. i lost my phone so please shoot me your number again and let me know what you think!!!
I discovered a show that is not yet listed on your myspace...
July 10th at The Firebird. It's on their site but not yours. AND they said there will be ice cream and said event. Count me in. I hope you guys are all doing well!
DAMN! No Elsinore in Lafayette May 2nd! This must be some Terrorist Plot or what not! If not I am soooooooo stricken with sadness... I shall inject mine self with the Swine Flu Strain and Drink some Bleach... :) Things come up I know, sooo I will see you guys next time around :) Rawk on Dewds!!
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