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Gift Horse
Rock / Grime / Lyrical

James Castle



ATHENS, Georgia
United States

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Last Login:  7/16/2009
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Member Since6/21/2005
Band Websitegifthorsetheband.blogspot.com
Band Members{brandon drums}
{hunter vocals & keys}
{mike guitar & vocals}
{vaughan bass}

management/booking:
contact Matt DeCamp gifthorsemanagement@gmail.com
Influencesi am happy/i am sad
Sounds Like"Gift Horse sounds like something in the (Radio/Portis)head hybridization territory. Basically, it has the sprawling abstract noise rock thing nailed down pretty solidly, though it never really lets the songs get too far out to remain compelling...to me the star of its show is feedback...The entire set strafed through a cloak of echoing fog, and the visual aesthetic (lit from below–as mentioned in Jordan Stepp’s comments [10/28]) helped push the performance to another level. There was a considerable crowd present, and it regaled the band with generous applause as often as it could, and really were right to do so. Gift Horse put on a heck of a show...These fellas delievered one of my grander sonic adventures for the past couple of months, and I definitely recommend them to the curious. They could open for just about anyone in the public musical eye at present and hold their own, if not steal the show." - Tony Floyd, Flagpole

"Sometimes a band just sounds right, right away. The members have impressive individual talent, yet they compliment each other so well...In a weekend where the sheer number of acts can be overwhelming, don't let this act pass you by." - Warren Hamilton, The Red & Black

"...the beauty of Gift Horse is not so much the music created, but the atmosphere the band swallows you in. Prepare to be transfixed in an aural array of psychedelic grunge and indie rock." - Charley Lee, Flagpole

"...[Gift Horse] relishes in the fact that it incorporates the stigma of our recent rock legends. It's a combination of detailed concentration, cheerful respect and constructive criticism that surrounds Gift Horse's music...the album incorporates organ, chimes and space-filling reverb that will be sure to take listeners back to the day of rock lore and re-establish the sound we all frantically, whether consciously or unconsciously, seek." - Will Hackett, BLUR Magazine

"Gift Horse took the stage first and matched the weather with its droning, pulsing grunge meets shoegaze rock. The band started up a haunting number, lit from below by a single spotlight, creating a shadowy atmosphere. It was like riding slowly through the desert night during a thunderstorm - you’re your own personal soundtrack. Songs like “Not the Only One” sounded perfect in the Caledonia, echoing off the walls..." - Jordan Stepp, Flagpole
Record LabelNOPE
Type of LabelUnsigned


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 25 2009 11:00P
Caledonia with All The Saints and Balkans Athens, Georgia
Aug 8 2009 10:00P
Broadway’s with Ancient Sky Asheville, North Carolina

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FIRE DESTROYS THE GEORGIA THEATRE (SATURDAY'S ATHFEST SHOW MOVED TO THE MORTON THEATRE)  (view more)

TONIGHT @ STAR BAR (ATLANTA, GA) WITH KUROMA & PONDEROSA  (view more)

LIVE RECORDING OF 5/29/09 GEORGIA THEATRE SHOW ON SOUTHERN SHELTER  (view more)

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Ancient Sky





Jul 17 2009 4:43 AM

excited to play with you guys! dig the songs you have on here.
Will McCranie (now on iTunes)





Jul 1 2009 5:23 PM

mike... wish i'd known about the show last night in Brooklyn. i'm doing an early set at Ace of Clubs tomorrow, but should make it to Piano's in time for your set.
Matthew Kiepert





Jun 21 2009 1:00 AM

Makes me want to dig deep. Thanks!
CoryTaylorCox





Jun 18 2009 4:33 AM

Hey fellas,
let's hook up a Georgia show Aug 10. i'm going to be passing through and i'd love to see you play again.
hit me up!
Mike





Jun 18 2009 1:54 AM


May 29, 2009 in Athens, GA @ The Georgia Theatre
Click to see the entire gallery!
Mark





Jun 14 2009 9:07 PM

"Greetings From New York City!!!

Excellent Music On Your Page!!!
Eureka Brown





May 30 2009 2:20 AM

unzip me:P


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doodoostx





May 29 2009 9:11 PM

When did i drop off of your top sixteen!!! I think it would be in your best intrest to put me on there. It would make your image that much better. Think about it. I mean really. Congrats on the NY trip. That should be quite the journey. But anyway, crap on your faces and pee on mike's left shoe. enjoy that!!
keepers of doubt





May 11 2009 4:31 PM

Thanks a lot for the add,

Tunes are great!

We will have new tracks up next week,

Keep in touch……………kod
Swine Song Entertainment





May 6 2009 4:07 PM

SWINE SONG ENTERTAINMENT presents ...


Bambara
Miles From Pangaea
Free Ticket
& Rabbit >> the DEBUT performance, featuring Thom and Matt formerly of Verlaine!


FRIDAY, MAY 8th
Wonder Root | All Ages | 8:30p | $5



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Russian Spy Camera





May 3 2009 5:11 PM

Hey dudes, I haven't said this yet because I've been asleep for what seems like 36 hours, but..

Great show! Thanks for letting us have the chance to finally do a show together. Let's do it again sometime!
mary katherine





May 2 2009 6:20 PM

neat!
Russian Spy Camera





Apr 23 2009 2:52 AM

show
Nuçis Space





Apr 22 2009 6:58 PM

ROCK!!
**(:MrS.FrEsH:)**


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Apr 20 2009 10:36 PM

whats up
Jon Magnificent Cali Street Team





Apr 18 2009 4:22 AM

Welcome Gift!!~Keep Rockin Horse!!!
The Volume (of Love)





Apr 13 2009 7:04 PM

I realize this is common knowledge, but you are guys are sick!!! Distortion daydreams and nightmares...I'm diggin' the tunes fellas. Well done.
-jaja/theVolume-
AudioDrop





Apr 11 2009 8:17 PM

Tonight at the Nestor in Fargo - S FACTOR with- JAIK WILLIS & HYDROPONIC PARTY PANTS
doodoostx





Apr 6 2009 12:30 PM

Holla back
Jungol





Mar 30 2009 8:51 PM

Hey there felas.... Just lettin ya know that we're playing Tasty World tomorrow. Not sure our exact time slot yet.... Hope to see you guys there!
mary katherine





Mar 30 2009 4:02 PM

tell vaughan to go to that lady below.
Elizabeth's Wellness & Words of Encouragement





Mar 30 2009 12:42 AM



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Critical Knowledge





Mar 9 2009 6:54 PM

Come show some love and or hate... Yeah! Let me know what you think about my creation of music in which I call punk-hop.
ODIST(writing and recording this summer!!)





Feb 26 2009 4:12 PM

This is about...us? nice :)
"This Athens trio makes prog-rock for the Radiohead generation with FX-heavy guitar mood pieces that evolve into psychedelic workouts, utilizing purposeful, consistent drumming and occasional vocals within expansive epic rock compositions."---charlotteobserver.
com

We dont listen to Radiohead....hahahahaha, those is jokes!

ATHENIANS: We are playing Go Bar Feb 28th w/ Baak Gwai (Tuscaloosa) and Mass Solo Revolt!! Thats a killer line-up!! show starts at 8:30pm, we want to make love to your ears, let us do it ;)

-snare-uh
It’s Elephant’s is on twitter.com/itselephants





Feb 25 2009 4:17 PM

We are playing Tasty World tonight with Finding Fiction, Coco Rico and Green Gerry. Come by if you like.
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