Dave Norem - Guitar, Vocals
Dan Reyhle - Guitar, Mandolin, Vocals
Influences
neil young, lou reed, nick drake, pearl jam, leo kottke, split lip rayfield, the beatles, grateful dead, phish, flaming lips, ymsb, herbie hancock, miles davis, charles mingus, homespun ltd, emmett brown band, pink floyd, led zeppelin, sonic youth, soundgarden, nirvana, the pixies/black francis, janes addiction, david bowie, tori amos, talking heads, john lennon, tony rice, kaki king, derek trucks, gov't mule, ani difranco, billie holiday, ella, nina simone, radiohead, early metallica, frank zappa, r.e.m., brubeck/desmond, silverchair, alice in chains, primus, oysterhead, bela fleck, mad season, the cure, cannonball adderly, sun ra, les paul, for now...
Forgotten Works has been making energetic acoustic music since the winter of 2005. As an acoustic duo from Eugene, OR, visual artist David Norem and audio engineer Dan Reyhle strive to create music with origin. This is done through meaningfully written songs and improvisational live performances. They work as a duo of vocalists and guitar players, with an emphasis on high-energy songwriting, and harmonies, as well as unique musical and visual arrangements. In their 3 years as a group, Forgotten Works has played shows all over Oregon, shared the stage with other high-energy acts like Split Lip Rayfield and Hillstomp, and worked up three official CD releases. The duo has just finished their second full-length album titled “The Key”, which will be released April 22 at Sam Bond’s in Eugene. Forgotten Works prides themselves on handcrafted songs and an “in the moment” musical energy that lights their live shows a-blaze. Concerts and CD releases are almost always accompanied by stunning and relevant visual art such as paintings, video and sculptures, all hand-made in Eugene.
“a stellar musical comraderie” –Eugene Weekly 11/07
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About “The Key”
“The Key” is the second full-length release from Forgotten Works. It marks a new chapter for the band, as it is a departure from their debut, “Last Days of Smoke & Thunder” (2007). “Last Days” was assembled from early FW material, and also songs that pre-dated the group with a straight-forward acoustic rock philosophy. “The Key” is a collection of songs that are 100% Forgotten Works, as these tunes were born out of the bands 3+ years of constant gigging, recording and writing together. Explorations in the studio and better creative chemistry provided much room for moods, tones and an overall vibe not heard on “Last Days”. Songs like the title track and “Pincher & Scales” weave dark themes in and out of light with powerful lyrics and raging guitars, while other tracks like “Gold” and “The Bridge” provide somber moments drenched in vibrant sonic color. Forgotten Works also returns with some foot-stompin’ roots tunes like “Find What You Seek” and “Western Horizon”. Available in April on Cdbaby.com, iTunes, and CD World in Eugene.
THE KEY RECORD RELEASE PARTY
APRIL 22 EARTH DAY 8PM
SAM BOND’S GARAGE – 407 Blair Blvd. Eugene, OR(541)431-6603
w/special guest, Jamalia
The new True Margrit CD - The Juggler's Progress - is now available for pre-order, along with t-shirts and artwork, photo and drumheads: check it out here: http://bit.ly/7Cu8J
Next shows: October 26, Charlie's Bar and Grill in Olympia, WA October 27, The Swiss, Tacoma, WA October 27, Cedarwood Dome, Milton, WA October 28, Jazzbones in Tacoma, WA October 30, Mississippi Pizza in Portland, OR October 31, Nana's Irish Grill and Pub in Newport, OR November 1, Muddy's Hot Cup in Arcata, CA
And don't forget the BIG big show in San Francisco at Bottom of the Hill on November 15!
I just listened and heard your new album while I mastecated a bowl of pebbles. My teef were chipped and the moon was shining and the air was cold and my bones are whining. I enjoy your latest record very well done. I would tell you if it was shit and I wouldn't care if you cared but I really dew like it quite a bit especially your harmonizing shit makes my bung itch deep inside. Just thought you should know in y'all I confide. Be god
The new True Margrit CD - The Juggler's Progress - is now available for pre-order, along with t-shirts and artwork, photo and drumheads, as we get ready for our monthlong tour of the Great Northwest! Check it out here: http://bit.ly/7Cu8J
Look for us in Washington, Oregon and California between October 15 and November 15, when our tour wraps up with the big show at San Francisco's best rock club, Bottom of the Hill! For the complete show schedule, check here: http://bit.ly/1UgGqQ
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"The Sweet Hollywaiians have probably the best feel for this 20's music of any string band working today. They manage the rare feat of sounding relaxed even when their playing is hot, are top notch musicians with tasteful arrangements and a full, rich, warm sound.Plus, they have a nice gamut of tunes, from King Nawahi to Giovanni Vicari to Bobby Leecan. See them live, if you can, for an unforgettable experience. If you can't, buy their Cds!" ~ Terry Zwigoff
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Glad to hear it man - Fleet/Blitzen was off the chain - Blitzen's sound was a little obnoxious but they played really well :) Got myself a rad t-shirt. Really glad you like the CD - More stuff is in the pipeline - See you in the store sometime, need some of those patch cables! Talk to you soon...
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