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The Pioneer Press recently called Chicago based sextet HOW FAR TO AUSTIN ". . . a raucous blend of Elvis Costellos' irreverent 'radio, radio' era rock and the finest soul of the late, great James Brown - a live show you should stretch out for!"
The band likes to think of themselves as hot as a pistol rock 'n roll laced with incredible lyrical depth; keen musicianship; and unforgetable vocal melodies that border on the addictive.
However you sum it up, the highly energetic one-of-a-kind pop/rock/soul blend that defines HOW FAR TO AUSTIN has contributed to the fast growth of a loyal fanbase and a reputation as a must-see live act in the midwest.
HOW FAR TO AUSTIN has made themselves comfortable on some of the most notable stages in the midwest and performed with a number of amazing regional/national acts including HELLO DAVE; THE NADAS; MR. BLOTTO; GHETTOBILLIES; DOMESTIC PROBLEMS; DAVE TAMKIN; THE AUGUST; SIMMERING; and many more.
HOW FAR TO AUSTIN is made up of Guitarist TATE TROELSTRUP (who also pens all the music & lyrics); Vocalist DERRICK MITCHELL; Vocalist KATIE TROELSTRUP; Drum Smith PAUL OBIS; Sax Man NICOLAS RANUCCI; & Bassist COLIN FAHEY.
The band has released their 1st e.p. with lead Vocalist Derrick Mitchell at the helm, THE MOMENT HAS ARRIVED is available at CD Baby, I-Tunes, and most other media outlets!
Kinds Words about HFTA:
"HOW FAR TO AUSTIN has a unique sound that has been missing from music for sometime, as a radio dj, all I hear is the same cookie cutter song, and this. . . is something fresh"
-Ryan Lacosse, 98.5 KISS-FM, Peoria, IL
"THE MOMENT HAS ARRIVED is a solid record, reminds me of Fleetwood Mac with a twist of soul. . ."
FGC’s only Chicago appearance of the summer is coming up on Friday July 17th at the Abbey Pub. This will be an Ages 18+ show with special supporting acts: Lobster Newberg and The Rubblebucket Orchestra. This Hometown Throwdown is a show not to be missed…hope to see you there!!
In the meantime, check out all three of our Summer Camp Festival sets on the Live Music Archive for free stream/download! Visit our MySpace blog for the links.
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.
Chicago Bands and Entainers we are looking to fill some spots in upcoming event show. If you are looking to get in some clubs and festivals please email us.
You guys sounded great at Mickey Fannin's! Its been a while! I hope you are all doing well and I really hope our paths cross again soon. Good luck! and keep the good stuff coming!
In 50 years, don't you wanna look back and wish you had the guts to check us out and buy our new EP off itunes for only $4.95? I know you have an old gift card from your distant aunt or great uncle from two Christmases ago and they would love for you to spend it on us :) Talk to us and meet some nice guys if you're bored!
-Alex BackDrop
p.s. I know you probably don't have a gift card laying around, i'm just playing :)
thx...great to see you as well...our girls have to meet some time this summer!!! talked to jason today and sent him to your myspace...i'm sure i'll hear from him at some point, if he doesn't message you directly...keep in touch and see you some wednesday!!! xo, $teph
Hey! Thanks for being our friend! How are things in Chicago for you? We're new to the area
and we have a show coming up on 5/31 at Bottom Lounge that we really
hope you can make it to! Keep in touch and we hope to hear from you
soon!
Your new friends,
PORTOCAL
PS - If you like our music we have a CD available on iTunes!
hey hey! finals are finally over so we're celebrating summer break the right way! Check out our latest blog for details on a CONTEST we're currently holding - Also you can currently PRE-ORDER our new album for only $3 at our Online Store, there's a link to it on our MySpace page! Pre-order ends May 31 so be sure to hit that up and save a few bucks! haha hope all is well, let us know what you've been up to!
I hope you get the chance to listen to the NEW TRACKS I've uploaded and come to SCHUBAS FOR MAY 7th! We're releasing the latest Cd with a full band all nighter! Lots of special guests too! -Phil
hey what's going on? I wanted to let you know that ill be playing at Fontana Blu Bar and Grill on April 25 at 9. Its going to be great time. Hope to see you there. They should have the new bar open by then! So come check it out.
FGC’s got some exciting hometown area shows coming up. First up is a co-bill with Kyle Hollingsworth from String Cheese Incident at the Canopy Club in Urbana on April 10. On April 11, we headline the House Café in Dekalb, home to some legendary past FGC shows! Down the road on May 2, FGC returns to the beautiful Park West Theater in Chicago for a co-bill with Hot Buttered Rum. More info about all Spring shows at www.familygrooveco.com/tour.
And don’t forget to get your tickets to Summer Camp Festival, where FGC will be performing multiple sets including a special late-night appearance paying tribute to The Big Lebowski!www.summercampfestival.com.
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