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harpswell sound
Indie / Folk Rock / Soul

birds are wrapping things up at the park.



portland, Maine
United States

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Member Since10/7/2005
Band Websitehttp://www.harpswellsound.com/
Band Membersmike dank : drums, organ, vocals, kris day : bass, vocals, ron harrity : guitar, vocals, trey hughes : guitar, vocals
Influencesvelvet underground, fairport convention, jackson frank, galaxie 500
Sounds Likepeople say: the feelies, pavement, luna, the weather prophets.
Record Labelskycap records / peapod recordings
Type of LabelIndie


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   About harpswell sound
Harpswell Sound are no longer playing together. New projects include:

Honey Clouds
myspace.com/honeyclouds

Michael Dank
myspace.com/mdankmusic

Poor Valley Salvation Society
myspace.com/poorvalleysalvationsociety

King Memphis
myspace.com/kingmemphis

Jerks of Grass
myspace.com/jerksofgrass

Harpswell Sound formed in the fall of 2002 when guitarists Ron Harrity and Trey Hughes met and began swapping material theyd been recording. Mike Dank joined on drums soon after, followed by Jonathan Takami on bass. While everyones musical tastes varied widely, common influences included The Band, Neil Young, The Velvet Underground, Richard Buckner and Fairport Convention. Garage and indie rock, motown, reggae, and punk were broader genres we also drew upon in those formative months.

Our first release was an ep titled Port, which was basically recorded while the songs were being arranged. Its clean, stark sound represented exactly where we were at the end of that winter getting started as a band, arranging songs and finding common ground without the benefit of years spent hanging out, drinking beer and playing music twice a week in a basement.

The next album, Skylight, was recorded in March 2004 and contained a bunch of new songs wed been playing for a while. There were some faster, more rocking songs, some poppy ones and some that were slow and stretched out. We were comfortable with the material, with each other and with what we were trying to say, which might have been equally, "do not forsake me, oh my darling", and "kick out the jams, motherfucker".

In 2005 Jonathan left the band, and longtime fan Kris Day became our new bass player. We had lots of new songs to record, and in January of 2006 we holed up in a nearby schools' orchestral room for a long weekend. We figured we'd be happy if the drums came out alright, and we could get four or five songs out of the session.

Much to our surprise, we were able to record the entire album that weekend; drums, vocals, guitars, and bass - all live. These were songs that were still somewhat new and fresh to us, and we were excited to be able to record them in such a direct and unlabored manner.

In March 2006 we were approached by Kramer, of Shimmy Disc Records, who offered to mix and master our new record. It will be titled "Let's go anyway" and will be released May 30th, 2006

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The Ambiguities





Nov 16 2007 4:00 PM

howdy folks...i used to live in maine, and now every time i visit, i gamble on a new band in the local section at bullmoose. last visit to vacationland i bought 'port' and really dig it...especially the lyrical guitar interplay. would love to figure out how to play a show with y'all sometime...

cheers,

daniel of the ambiguities
Dominique Lise





Jun 27 2007 11:44 AM

Hey there Harpswell Sound. We just wanted to cordially invite you (and the amazing Diane from Ferdinand) for a funky, fun performace coming up!
So please join Dominique Lise with lead guitarist, Paul Newton, and drummer/percussionist Tim Myers as they settle in for a “stripped down” performance this Thursday, June 28th, at the St. Lawrence Arts and Community Center, 76 Congress Street, Portland, ME featuring Portland’s own, Bullyclub (www.myspace.com/bullyclub). Doors open at 7:30p, DL and the guys go on at 8p.,with Bullyclub set to hit the stage near 9p. And yes, alcohol is served at the center! FMI, 775.5568.
Somber Atlantic Records





Jun 24 2007 5:02 AM

Photography by John Argetsinger

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At Home in Maine





Jun 23 2007 11:23 PM



Have a great weekend!
The Untitled





Jun 21 2007 2:34 AM

Hey guys! How have things been going?
Gully





May 24 2007 2:21 AM

which f. convention album should i buy?
Steve Prouty - Drums/Percussion





Apr 27 2007 2:50 PM

Listen to wind,
Connect with source,
Play from heart,
Stay in touch.

--Steve

(thanks for including me in your space)
mildewmuzak





Apr 22 2007 7:13 AM

punk gordon bok
mildewmuzak





Apr 22 2007 7:10 AM

you guys rock
Dominique Lise





Apr 20 2007 7:55 PM

Hey Friend,
Please join us for the Dominique Lise "20 Years" CD Release Party featuring the Groove Disciples with special guests, Roy Davis & Bullyclub, Saturday, April 21, at the Big Easy, 55 Market Street, Portland. Doors open at 8p., and we will rock the night 'til 1a. Really hope to see you there. FMI, 207.775.2266. Your friends, DL and The Groove Disciples!
The Untitled





Mar 22 2007 7:10 PM

Hey Ron! Hows it hangin'?
At Home in Maine





Mar 13 2007 12:18 AM


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Nick Reynolds





Mar 3 2007 12:24 AM

Hey Ron, hows it going?
Sky Cries Mary





Mar 1 2007 5:12 AM

Hello harpswell sound!

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THIS CLIP IS FROM THE MUSIC VIDEO THAT GOES WIH OUR NEW FULL LENGTH ALBUM; "SMALL TOWN."

THE WHOLE THING IS PLAYING ON OUR PAGE. SO STOP BY AND SIT A SPELL! AND REMEMBER TO STAY IN TOUCH. WE ARE STARTING PRE-SALES FOR "SMALL TOWN" SOON!

SCM
PeelGreems





Feb 25 2007 1:51 AM

Hey !
What's up ?
Here's some news ...

Eurolabel Peel Prod - a small but devoted force of underground music - has presented something familiar yet unique. What you'll find here is solid post-modern indie rock (some would lump it with emo, etc.) that boasts cool melodies, nice guitar licks, solid vocals, groovy percussive textures - and a cool concept. Take metalcore musicians and do pop rock. Does it work? You bet it does. Does it rock? Damn right. This band's sound is both familiar yet distinctive, and features production by a member of Polyphonic Spree, and bass work from a Dillinger Escape Plan member and an ex-Candiria percussionist on drums. The experiment is a successful one and a terrific example of pop rock.

Kristofer Upjohn Fishcomcollective.net

PeelGreems's the Alexis Hadefi Personal project.
Mixed by Mark Pirro from "The Polyphonic Spree", Drums by Kenneth Schalk from "Candiria", Bass by Liam Wilson from "The Dillinger Escape Plan".
Designed By Kumiko Kitaoka the Famous Japanese Illustrator, A video Clip and many more still in progress ...

You can also check the page for sounds, Pics, Video of the Recording session ...
More News Soon !

Thanks a lot.
Take care.
www.peelprod.com
Bumpin' Jack Flash





Feb 9 2007 2:02 PM

Thanks for the add!
Squidia





Feb 8 2007 6:43 AM

Lisa





Feb 3 2007 2:58 AM

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At Home in Maine





Jan 28 2007 5:26 PM

Thanks for the add ~ and best wishes!
Lisa





Jan 21 2007 4:12 AM

It's a sad day in Red Sox Nation... the team has let the original "Dirt Dog" Trot Nixon go. I wish him the best in Cleveland!

Here is a highlight video I made of the 2006 Red Sox Season... Hope everyone likes it!

Lisa in Maine :)











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Nick Reynolds





Jan 12 2007 1:05 AM

Hey Ron, hows it going? Hows the band since the "break up?" I hope your having a great new year! Talk to you later.

Nick
The Orchids





Jan 10 2007 4:42 AM

Click below to listen to a new Orchids track, and be sure to visit our page for news about upcoming gigs and our new album's release!

Sky Cries Mary





Jan 8 2007 7:16 AM

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Just stopping by to wish you all the best on this fine late Sunady evening.

SCM
Lisa





Dec 31 2006 10:45 PM

Wishing you and that special someone in your life, a very Happy New Year!!!
Lisa in Maine:)
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The Untitled





Dec 21 2006 12:14 AM

Thanks for your support!!!
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