Nick Drake, Muddy Waters, Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Bert Jansch, Jimmy Page, D'Gary, Ali Farka Toure, Pat Donohue, Charlie Parr, The Black Crowes, Grateful Dead, The Allman Brothers Band, Mason Jennings, Bob Brozman, etc.
Sounds Like
Chris Smither, John Hammond, Taj Mahal, Nick Drake, John Gorka, Paul Simon, George Harrison, The Allman Brothers Band
Bottleneck slide-guitar in the hands of a singer/songwriter. Jeff Rays innovation and passion make for a hard-driving, foot-stomping style of blues-inspired folk.
Rays music has a quality that could only come from the merger of sounds from his two backgrounds, Minnesota and Memphis. He grew up in Minnesota and began playing the guitar at a young age, drawing inspiration from his days spent writing music deep in the Mississippi River valley. At age 17, he bought an old car and made his way down to Memphis to get schooled. He spent his days jamming with friends and his nights cuttin heads on Beale Street. There he found his soul in music and made his way back to the
Midwest to begin his extensive solo music career.
His first CD was recorded in a run-down studio apartment in Madison, WI in 2001. The CD reflected a new-found style and inspiration from his travels, and paved the way for his powerful second release JUNE GENERATION in 2004. Touring to support his latest CD release, Ray continues to draw more acclaim and has been asked to open and share stages with many of his muses like folk great Chris Smither and piedmont blues pioneer Charlie Parr.
Just to let you know, LOUDRAY is still holding church on Thursdays.
We've been holding it down there for 10 months and as our 1 year
anniversary of this residency approaches we are stepping up the
revival. For the past 8 months we've been joined by some of the finest
musicians in town (Martin Devaney, Ric Lee, Glenn Hanson, Dave Babb,
Jake Hyer, Kurt Froelich, Meg Ashling, Zach Gusa, Eric Larson, Jen Markey, Mother Banjo, Eliza
Blue, Pete Bauer, just to name a few) but for the next 2 months, it's
just going to be the classic LOUDRAY duo of Jon Stowell and Colin
Anderson. We will be digging deep into the back catalog of songs and
bringing some new light through these old windows.
We have been doing these shows in the classic "unamplified" style as of late and look to continue that trend.
So, stop in for some fellowship and true acoustic music, and wash away the week with sweet, redeeming booze.
$2.75 select taps from 5-7pm!!! Plenty of parking!!
Come on, isn't it time to slum it at the Dub!!
LOUDRAY
EVERY THURSDAY
5:30-9pm
Dubliner Pub
2162 University Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55114
"Ticklin' The Strings" by Sweet Hollywaiians
Amazing Japanese hot string band playing 1920's, 30's, 40's style hawaiian, swing, calypso, blues, italian music and originals,featuring vintage instruments.3 songs with Robert Armstrong and Tony Marcus(from Robert Crumb and His Cheap Suit Serenaders)
"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
Hey Jeff... just thought I drop a note to let you know that I finished a new album... it was recorded on an old boat in the Atlantic. Come take a listen...
Hello, it's me, Ruby Jane.To those who don't know me, I am a 14 year old fiddler, songwriter. I have some songs posted that are fresh out of the studio. Let me know if you like the new songs..be one of the first to hear, even before they are released!Thanks! new videos too! Ruby Jane
That's right friends, neighbors, and music lovers, the CD Release for "Old Crow" will take place TOMORROW at the Red Mug in Superior. As part of this event, Chelsey Miller (who did the stellar artwork for the CD) will be having an art show that begins at 7:00pm. She has got some GREAT art, so come on down, have a drink, see some art, hear some music and support local, independent artists!!
What: Matt Ray's CD Release Party and Art Show When: Friday - May 22 Art Reception Starts: 7:00pm Music Starts: 8:00pm Where: The Red Mug - Superior, WI Cost: FREE, FREE, FREE!!!
Can't make it to the CD Release? Don't worry, we've got you covered! Click on the image below to purchase your copy of "Old Crow" today. Or, if in Duluth, stop by the Electric Fetus and pick up a copy.
hey! just lettin ya know we have a couple new songs on our page. itd mean the WORLD to us if you just took a couple minutes out of your day to listen. :) thanks! -chris/give em WAAAAR!k
